Writing and Reading form for identifying the theme of the text. CCSS: Text Types and Purposes: RL.4.2, RL.5.2, W.4.2, W.5.2
Writing and Reading forms for identifying the theme of fictional or informational text. CCSS: R.6.2.1, W.6.2.1, RL.7.2.1, W.7.2.1 RL.8.2.1, W.8.2.1
Updated: One page biography of Olympic Gold Medal swimmer, Michael Phelps, with multiple choice and short answer questions.
Common Core: Reading Informational Text: Key Ideas & Details: RI.1.1, RI.2.1 Writing: W.1.8, W.2.8
Introduction to Indentifying the Theme of fictional or informational text. Students brainstorm information they would like to read or write about. May be used as a group activity. CCSS, RL.2.2, RL.3.2-2, W.3.2,W.2.2
A black and white clip art illustration consisting of five rows of three ruled handwriting practice lines. Helpful for numbers and alphabet writing practice.
"In your opinion, what are the most important qualities that a person running for President of the United States should have?" CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.1
This reading comprehension on why music should be taught in schools makes an excellent introduction to a unit on persuasive writing. CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.1
Writing Prompt: My Favorite Fictional Book - Students express their opinion on their favorite book and give their reasons. Common Core: Text Types and Purposes W.5.1
Writing Prompt: What qualities make a good friend? Students reflect about friendship and offer their opinions. Common Core: Text Types and Purposes W.5.1
This is a 9 page template addressing the common core writing standards for fifth grade; text types and purposes. The emphasis is on writing opinion and informative papers, as well as personal narrative. This template can be used with the checklists included in this packet. Common Core: ELA: W.5.1-3
This is a 3 page template writing an opinion paper about students wearing school uniforms. It addresses the common core writing standards for fifth grade and includes a student checklist. CC: ELA: W.5.1
This is a 4 page template addressing the common core standards for second grade; production and distribution of writing. The emphasis is on the writing process; planning, writing, editing and peer conferencing. CC: ELA: W.2.4-6
This is a 5 page template addressing the common core writing standards; research to build and present knowledge. The emphasis is on identifying a topic, accessing prior knowledge, and asking questions to learn. This packet includes organizers for KWHL, questioning, note cards and a task checklist. CC: ELA: W.3.7-9
These conference notes include a note for students to complete before or during their conference and a note for the teacher to complete during the conference. To track progress, students can keep notes in their writing folders or portfolios. CC: ELA: W.K - 2.5
This is a 5 page template addressing the common core writing standards; research to build and present knowledge. The emphasis is on identifying a topic and asking questions to learn about it. Students are working in a research team and must identify their role. The packet includes a web organizer, fact cards and a task checklist. CC: ELA: W.2.7-9