An introductory lesson on the research process for 2nd and 3rd graders, using Mexico, Japan, and Italy as case studies. Students learn the four key steps of research: Wonder, Search, Collect, and Report.
A comprehensive reading and assessment lesson exploring the life and legacy of Walt Disney, from his humble beginnings on a Missouri farm to the creation of a global entertainment empire.
A fantasy-themed reading lesson focused on character motivations and cause-and-effect relationships through the story of a dragon with magic ink.
An exploration of Walt Disney's life and legacy, focusing on his perseverance and innovation. Students will engage with a complex informational text and demonstrate deep comprehension through evidence-based analysis.
A series of worksheets focusing on common vowel teams (ai/ay, ea/ee, oa) using a nautical explorer theme to engage second-grade students.
A creative writing lesson focused on retelling or creating original fairy tales from two distinct character perspectives, emphasizing narrative structure and character voice.
A comprehensive spelling lesson focusing on a diverse set of 25 words, including multi-syllabic terms and varied vowel patterns. Includes instructional slides, practice worksheets, engaging activities, and assessments.
This 4-hour morning block introduces students to Tito Puente's legacy. It combines biographical reading, listening to Latin Jazz, and creative writing using similes and metaphors inspired by the rhythm of the timbales.
A lesson centered on the historic marathon record-breaking event, focusing on reading comprehension through 'Wh' questions and understanding the evolution of athletic performance.
A comprehensive literacy and history packet exploring Paul Revere's legendary journey through vocabulary building, close reading, and critical analysis.
A hands-on literacy lesson focusing on the suffixes -ful and -less, using decodable root words and phonics-based vocabulary. Students will learn how these suffixes change word meanings through sorting, sentence building, and written practice.
A creative writing lesson that teaches 3rd-grade students how to replace flat 'Tell' sentences with descriptive 'Show' sentences using physical clues and actions.
A mystery-themed lesson where 3rd and 4th grade students act as language detectives to identify and create metaphors while solving a narrative classroom puzzle.
An introductory lesson on similes and metaphors using a detective-themed 'Comparison Code' to help students identify and understand figurative language.
A foundational phonics lesson introducing common digraphs (sh, ch, th, wh, ph, ck) through visual recognition and interactive word-building activities.
A focused lesson on the first step of the EmPOWER writing method, teaching students how to analyze writing prompts to determine the required number of parts for their response.
A fun, water-themed lesson focusing on irregular past tense verbs ending in -ang, -ank, and -an. Students will practice identifying and spelling these words through interactive activities.
A 2nd-grade social studies assessment focused on listening comprehension and recounting details from a historical account of how the ice cream cone was invented.
A 2nd-grade listening assessment focused on recounting key details and themes from a narrative story read aloud.
A collection of 2nd grade reading comprehension materials focusing on main idea, supporting details, and specific phonics patterns like r-controlled vowels.
A 2nd-grade science assessment focused on listening comprehension and recounting key details from an oral presentation about honeybees.
A comprehensive reading comprehension packet focusing on digraphs (sh, ch, th, wh, ck) through a decodable mystery story. Students practice decoding, vocabulary, character analysis, and both explicit and inferential questioning.
A comprehensive ELL lesson focused on mastering Tier 2 vocabulary through context clues and improving writing through editing and proofreading. Students explore an urban mystery while developing essential language skills.
A creative writing lesson focused on descriptive narrative skills through a beach-themed story starter and illustration prompt.
Final mastery session focusing on full sentences, signatures, and club graduation.
Completing the uppercase alphabet with complex strokes: S, L, U, W, V, Y, Z, X, and Q.
Practicing uppercase letters with undercurve starts: T, F, H, K, M, and N.
Focusing on uppercase letters with oval starts: O, C, E, A, D, and G.
Beginning uppercase letters with straight and slant starts: I, J, P, R, and B.
Mastering the tricky connections between letters like o, v, w, and b.
Practicing 'overcurve' letters and humps: n, m, v, x, y, and z.
Introducing tall 'upper loop' letters such as l, h, k, b, f, and e.
Focuses on 'downcurve' letters including a, d, g, q, and c.
Introduction to cursive posture, grip, and the basic 'undercurve' strokes through letters i, u, w, and t.
A grammar-focused lesson for 2nd graders to practice identifying articles, agent nouns, and comparative adjectives in sentences.
A comprehensive practice resource for Grade 2 students to master broad vowel sounds (a, o, u) and navigate the complexities of regular and irregular plural nouns through engaging safari-themed activities.
A week-long series of daily 'Do Now' activities focused on 3rd-grade informational text standards, including text evidence, vocabulary, and logical connections.
A week-long bell ringer series focusing on 3rd-grade informational text standards including key details, vocabulary, and logical connections.