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6-Word Stories: Lesson and Student Handouts

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Writing 6-word stories is a fun and engaging way to get students to think about their learning and show what they've learned. This download includes a lesson to teach your students about what 6-word stories are and how to write them. They'll also

Subjects:

Character Education, Tools for Common Core

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Lesson

$2.50

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Graphic Organizers (ELA and Speaking and Listening)

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

These graphic organizers can be used for English Language Arts lessons or for Speaking and Listening activities. Each graphics organizer can be used for a different story, lesson, or activity. These graphic organizers are specifically based on the

Subjects:

Literature, Reading Strategies, Informational Text

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Handouts, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.3.1, RL.3.2, RL.3.3, RL.3.6, RL.3.7, RL.3.9, SL.3.1, SL.3.1a, SL.3.1b, SL.3.1c, SL.3.2...

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Literature Circle Printables

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Updated May 2022: Literature Circle PrintablesThis Literature Circles Packet includes my version of Literature Circle jobs, activities, and instructions. There are five jobs included in this packet:Discussion DirectorWord WizardAdventuring

Subjects:

Reading, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Literature Circles

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Martin Luther King Jr. Craftivity {Martin's BIG Words}

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

**Updated in 2018 with different writing display options for students to use** This is the perfect addition to your MLK lesson plans! Use this fun and simple craftivity to engage your students while learning about Martin Luther King Jr. This

Subjects:

Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Lesson

$5.00

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Pizza Fractions {Culminating Fraction Practice}

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Students will make their own pizza pies as part of the Fraction Pizzeria! Students will design and construct their own pizzas using various toppings, and then they will explain their pizza using fractions. Follow

Subjects:

Math

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Projects, Centers

CCSS:

3.NF.A.1, 3.NF.A.2, 3.NF.A.3, 3.NF.A.3a

$3.50

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Language Function Bookmarks and Writing Templates

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Use these language frame bookmarks and writing templates to support your students’ writing and oral language development. Bookmarks:They are the perfect size to hand out while completing writing assignments or while practicing collaborative

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Handouts, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

W.3.1, W.4.1, W.4.2, W.5.1, W.5.1a, W.5.1b, W.5.1c, W.5.1d, W.3.1a, W.3.1b, W.3.1c...

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Unicorn Writing and Craft

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

This download includes includes a writing idea about finding the central message for Thelma the Unicorn, and a writing idea about what makes us unique. You will find craft templates for students to create a unicorn, and additional writing papers and

Subjects:

Literature, Writing

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.2.2, RL.3.2, RL.4.2

$5.00

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Charlotte's Web Common Core Literacy Activities

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Engage your students with critical thinking skills and independence while reading Charlotte's Web with this fun, interactive, and higher level thinking skills literacy download! Included in this download are 7 PDF files: 1. Comprehension

Subjects:

Reading, Literature, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Centers

$6.25

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Hispanic Heritage Month {Fact Folds}

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Hispanic Heritage Month {Fact Folds} These fun, folding printables can be used to reinforce information your students have learned or will learn about some famous Hispanics in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.They're simple and easy to distribute

Subjects:

Spanish, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Printables

$6.00

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$Christmas Tree Math$

Christmas Tree Math

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

With this activity students can practice working out math word problems and justifying their responses, while still having some holiday fun.There are 6 multistep word problems to choose from in this download. You can assign them individually to

Subjects:

Word Problems, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

3^rd

Types:

Activities

CCSS:

3.OA.D.8, MP1, MP2

$3.50

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PBIS Classroom Matrix

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

This is a PBIS Classroom Matrix download that was originally shared on my Instagram account. In this download you will get a PPT file. The first slide is the matrix I made specifically for my class, the one shown on my Instagram. I also made them

Subjects:

Classroom Management, Back to School

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Posters, For Principals & Administrators

$2.50

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Patriot Day Informational Text Freebie

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

This is a brief overview describing the significance of Patriot Day (September 11th) for young learners. After reading this text piece, have your students write thank you notes to community helpers in honor of Patriot Day. Patriot Day Thank You

Subjects:

Close Reading

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

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FREE

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Accelerated Reader Labels {Books and Bins}

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Accelerated Reader Labels for Books and Bins I have had so much fun creating these labels! I have labeled my entire library with these labels and it has made my students' library time so much easier. In the download you'll get: Specific Book Level

Subjects:

Reading, Classroom Management, Reading Strategies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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$5.50

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Staff Room Bulletin Board Set {Academic Optimism}

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Staff Room Bulletin Board Set Encourage your staff with some uplifting words and phrases they can remember each time they step into your staff room. Included in the download: Blackline master for the title Blackline master for the words and

Subjects:

Back to School, For Administrators, Coaching

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, ...

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Bulletin Board Ideas, For Principals & Administrators

$3.25

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Academic Language Lesson {Analyze}

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Academic Language Lesson {Analyze} I have been teaching Academic Language in my class since the first day of school. It is so important to teach your students how to use Academic Language appropriately and what each word explicitly means. This

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Vocabulary, EFL - ESL - ELD

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Interactive Notebooks, Lesson

$5.25

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End of Year Journal Prompts

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Use these 35 journal prompts as a reflection tool for your upper elementary students during those last few weeks of school.These journal prompts will help your student reflect and be mindful of their school year. Read more on my blog here.Visit my

Subjects:

Writing, End of Year, Social Emotional Learning

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Printables

$2.00

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Growth Mindset Posters

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Grab these Growth Mindset Posters to decorate your classroom with positive and encouraging words for your students to see all year. They'll be sure to light up your classroom and your students' outlook! They are great reminders for your kiddos, as

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas, Back to School, For All Subjects

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, ...

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Printables, Posters

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Chinese New Year Craftivity

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

**Updated in 2017 with bulletin board letters!*** Celebrate Chinese New Year with your students by making this fun Chinese New Year dragon craftivity! Print out the blackline masters and copy accordingly. Assemble with your students and make your

Subjects:

Visual Arts, Winter, The New Year

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities

$3.25

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Leap Year 2024 Activity Pack

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

Celebrate Leap Year 2024 with this engaging and educational activity pack designed for upper elementary students! Packed with a variety of resources, this product is perfect for adding a touch of Leap Year excitement to your classroom.Key

Subjects:

Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Projects, Printables

$3.00

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Buddy Match Up Cards {A/B Partners}

By Tales from a Very Busy Teacher

These are FREE buddy match up cards that help students find a partner. There is also an A or B on the card, so students know who will be speaking if you assign A/B partners.There are a total of 9 pairs (18 cards). I have 25 students, so I print more

Subjects:

Back to School, Classroom Community

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

FREE

Digital Download PDF (8.27 MB)

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