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A list of strategies is presented for before, during, and after reading a text. Young readers can draw a picture of what they read, use a graphic organizer, or retell the story. Strategies for reading are presented such as following the...

First, next, then, and, finally are the words in focus of a sequencing lesson plan. Scholars listen to a read aloud of the tale "Lost in the Fog," and take part in a grand conversation about the story's sequence of events. They then show...

While your students may not be psychics, that doesn't mean they can't predict what will happen next in a story. To hone this important reading comprehension skill, young learners read a series of three short passages before writing a...

Analyze the fiction story What Do You Do With a Kangaroo? in class. Answer reading comprehension study questions and define new vocabulary terms. A writing connection puts readers in the main character's shoes, asking what they would do...

Language arts is made up of many parts. Learners review the parts of a sentence, as well as how to make a simple sentence into a complex sentence, before examining full paragraphs and identifying the topic, body, and concluding sentence...

Front and back are common prepositions. Early readers will practice understanding relative positions while using common prepositions by placing a check next to objects in front. Then they draw a cat in front of the house. Tip: Discuss...

Is it inside or outside? Learners follow directions by placing a check next to the items that are located inside. They then draw a circle inside the box. This is a great way to introduce the concepts of relative position and prepositions...

How can you make a narrative writing piece more engaging? A lesson about narrative writing transition words and phrase prompts elementary writers to draft, peer edit, and revise writing based on feedback and expectations outlined in an...

What are the positive and negative consequences of violence? Elementary and middle schoolers discuss how some see violence as the answer to resolving conflicts. They identify the positive and negative aspects to using violence, and ask...

A discussion opens a lesson all about verbal and non-verbal communication. Demonstrations and a list are made to provide examples of different types of communication. Pairs or small groups open their envelope to reveal which statement...