In this literature and language arts worksheet, students analyze 12 words that pertain to the book Charlotte's Web. Students find the words and names of characters in the pig-shaped word search puzzle.

In this literature learning exercise, students use the web shaped graphic organizer to record details about the book Charlotte's Web.

In this literature choice worksheet, students choose a book from a library. They draw the cover of the book and write a statement telling why they choose the book.

In this literature based scavenger hunt worksheet, students complete a chart using the book Henry and Mudge. They find vocabulary, words with -ed endings, and list things that the main characters like to do.

Students learn to use prediction to think more deeply about literature. In this reading comprehension lesson, students chart predictions in order to more fully understand text.

Students read a story called Civil Rights Leader Rosa Parks Diesand answer vocabulary and comprehension questions about it. In this current events Rosa Parks lesson plan, students respond to literature by answering questions, sharing...

Students are introduced to the book Seedfolks and the concept of community. In this Seedfolks literature study lesson plan, the first in a unit, the teacher reads the first half of the book and students answer comprehension questions...

Young scholars compare two pieces of literature using a Venn Diagram. In this comparison activity, they use the graphic organizer to find the similarities and differences in Leo, the Late Bloomer, and Thank You, Mr. Falker. They discuss...

In this literature companion activity, students respond to 6 short answer questions regarding story elements about a story of the choice.

In this literature quiz, students complete a ten question multiple choice assessment about the book Charlotte's Web by E.B. White.

Students write a rap song to tell the who, what, and where of a story. In this literature activity, students learn to identify the setting, characters, and plot of a story. Students watch a video and discuss story elements. Then...

Young scholars explore lighthouses in literature. In this reading lesson, students read Keep the Lights Burning, Annie as well as Birdie's Lighthouse. Young scholars participate in pair/share activities regarding plot and literary...

Students complete activities using the book The Higher Power of Lucky. In this literature activity, students read the story and identify the parts of the story. They create a wind chime like that found in the book. 

Students complete activities with the book Sarah Plain and Tall. In this literature lesson, students read chapter two and complete attached activities. They list the compound words they find and study new vocabulary. 

Students investigate the fashion of women in the Colonial period and it's effect on women today.  In this women's history lesson, students read literature regarding where gowns came from, who wore them, and what they looked like....

For this literature worksheet, students refer to the book entitled The Gold Cadillac.  Students respond to 13 short answer reading comprehension questions.    

In this literature worksheet, students refer to the book entitled The Rough face Girl.  Students respond to 9 short answer reading comprehension questions.    

Students discuss and define what folk and fairy tales are. In this literature instructional activity, students construct their own working definitions for folk and fairy tales. Students choose to work as a class or in cooperative groups....

Students examine and respond to the text, The Bus Ride. In this African-American literature lesson, students explore pre-reading questions that focus on fairness of laws. Students read the text based on Rosa Parks and answer 11...

In this desert survival and literature worksheet, students take a 10 question multiple choice quiz about what they would do to survive in the Namibian desert. This is related to the book The Devil's Breath by David Gilman.

Students listen to a number of children's books that describe private citizens participating in acts of kindness, sharing their time, talent or treasure. They identify the characters, problems, and solutions in the books.

Students demonstrate their knowledge of the eight step problem solving process. They describe how the story would change according to the solution chosen, then rewrite an ending to the story based upon a solution other than the one in...

Learners write free flowing thoughts and feelings in their journals. They practice observation skills. They write using adjectives to describe an object. They choose a special button from among many unusual buttons.

Students examine websites about the book, "Harriet the Spy." There are suggested classroom activities, such as having students keep a journal of their observations. Also includes tips on how to teach students to use descriptive writing.