A 15-minute center rotation focused on using context clues (synonyms, antonyms, examples, and definitions) to infer the meaning of unfamiliar words through a 'Word Detective' theme.

A comprehensive lesson focused on AZ 3.RL.2, where students read three classic fables and analyze their central messages and supporting details.

A comprehensive lesson on identifying and sorting long 'a' vowel patterns, focusing on open syllables, VCe, and the 'ai' vowel team in 1-2 syllable words.

A comprehensive lesson covering Chapter 1 of 'Jane Goodall and the Chimpanzees of Gombe,' focusing on reading comprehension across three distinct ability levels and specialized vocabulary development using picture-matching activities.

A fashion-forward writing lesson where students read about upcycled 'trash to treasure' clothing and practice Short Constructed Responses (SCR) and Extended Constructed Responses (ECR) using evidence from the text.

A final assessment and synthesis where students independently analyze a complex short story for at least two themes, providing text evidence for both.

Teaches students to look at setting and symbolism as tools authors use to reinforce multiple thematic layers.

Explores how character development and internal changes signal shifts in theme, requiring students to find evidence from different parts of a narrative.

Focuses on texts that explicitly offer two distinct lessons or themes, helping students see how one story can carry multiple weightier messages.

Students learn the basics of theme vs. main idea and practice identifying a primary and secondary theme in short, high-interest fables.

A deep dive into the themes and literary elements of 'The One and Only Ivan' through chapter-by-chapter analysis and character exploration.

A lesson focused on identifying character traits and using context clues within the genre of fables for 3rd-grade students.

A quick-fire warm-up activity where students visit the 'Sentence Repair Shop' to identify and fix broken sentence fragments. Students use task cards and a job log to demonstrate their mastery of complete sentences.

A four-day instructional sequence focused on Arizona ELA standard 3.RI.2, moving from direct instruction to independent mastery of identifying main ideas and supporting details in complex informational texts.

A quick vocabulary and character recognition activity based on the classic story of Peter Pan, featuring a themed word search and answer key.

A whimsical lesson exploring the characters, setting, and key themes of J.M. Barrie's classic story, Peter Pan. Students will engage with the narrative through a crossword puzzle and vocabulary building.

Concludes the book club by examining the resolution and the characters' transition to a sanctuary. Students synthesize the entire story to write a final analysis of Ivan's growth and the story's theme.

Covers Ivan's creative plan to save Ruby through his art and the rising action as he works with Julia to communicate his message. Students analyze the power of storytelling and persistence.

Explores the arrival of Ruby and the passing of Stella, focusing on the turning point where Ivan makes a life-changing promise. Students analyze how character motivations shift in response to new plot events.

Introduces students to Ivan, Stella, and Bob at the Exit 8 Big Top Mall, focusing on character traits and the initial setting of the novel. Students define Ivan's 'silverback' identity and begin tracking his motivations.