A comprehensive collection of short, paired articles designed for student debates. Each topic features two opposing viewpoints to help students practice identifying and using text evidence in their arguments.
A deep-space exploration of R-controlled vowels, multisyllabic decoding, and nonsense word mastery for 4th-grade ELA. Students learn to segment and build complex words using the 'Bossy R' patterns.
A comprehensive 30-day decoding and encoding intensive focusing on the six major syllable types. Students act as 'Syllable Sleuths' to master word structures through sorting, mapping, and creative application.
A deep dive into common Greek and Latin roots to help students decode complex vocabulary and improve reading comprehension through etymological analysis.
A three-lesson sequence focused on character lessons, central ideas, and morals using a custom fable about a young shepherd's choice. Students explore the importance of honesty and the weight of consequences through reading, discussion, and analysis.
A comprehensive 25-day instructional sequence for Grade 6 Unit 1 'Testing Our Limits', focusing on resilience, narrative structure, and character development through diverse literary and informational texts.
A comprehensive unit on identifying and using the seven primary parts of speech through the lens of sports, hobbies, and school life. Students progress from basic identification to complex sentence construction.
A comprehensive phonics unit for 2nd grade covering diphthongs, two-syllable VCE words, and silent letters through a fun detective-themed narrative.
A focused reading unit on RL.3.1, helping students master the art of using text evidence to answer questions through realistic fiction.
A 3-day exploration of informational text structures (Compare/Contrast, Cause/Effect, Problem/Solution, and Sequence) designed for 4th-grade students to analyze how authors organize information to convey meaning.
A focused exploration of RI.3.1 through historical events, specifically the Wright Brothers' first flight. Students learn to cite explicit evidence from a complex informational text to answer deep comprehension questions.
A structured collection of weekly reading assessments (CFUs) for 3rd Grade ELA, following the Dysart Schools curriculum modules and focusing on RL/RI standards. Features a consistent 3-page format with student passages, multiple-choice questions, and teacher answer keys.
A collection of ELA assessment materials for 3rd grade, following the Dysart Schools template and AASA alignment.