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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Sky City: A Unique Home in Acoma Pueblo
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Sky City: A Unique Home in Acoma Pueblo
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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Sky City: A Unique Home in Acoma Pueblo
Sixth Grade
Reading
Discover the fascinating history of New Mexico’s Sky City in this middle school worksheet!
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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Sky City: A Unique Home in Acoma Pueblo
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Sky City: A Unique Home in Acoma Pueblo
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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Sky City: A Unique Home in Acoma Pueblo
Discover the fascinating history of New Mexico’s Sky City in this middle school worksheet!
Sixth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Expanding Sentences: Mysteries
Expanding Sentences: Mysteries
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Expanding Sentences: Mysteries
Fifth Grade
Writing

Expand sentences by answering the questions how? when? where? and why?

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Expanding Sentences: Mysteries
Expanding Sentences: Mysteries
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Expanding Sentences: Mysteries

Expand sentences by answering the questions how? when? where? and why?

Fifth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Expanding Sentences: Exploration
Expanding Sentences: Exploration
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Expanding Sentences: Exploration
Fifth Grade
Writing
Explore more complicated sentences as you add details about where, when, why, and how!
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Expanding Sentences: Exploration
Expanding Sentences: Exploration
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Expanding Sentences: Exploration
Explore more complicated sentences as you add details about where, when, why, and how!
Fifth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Informational Reading Comprehension: Where Are the Stars?
Informational Reading Comprehension: Where Are the Stars?
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Informational Reading Comprehension: Where Are the Stars?
Seventh Grade
Reading
Read an enlightening passage about light pollution and learn ways to bring back the dark night skies in this three-page reading comprehension worksheet!
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Informational Reading Comprehension: Where Are the Stars?
Informational Reading Comprehension: Where Are the Stars?
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Informational Reading Comprehension: Where Are the Stars?
Read an enlightening passage about light pollution and learn ways to bring back the dark night skies in this three-page reading comprehension worksheet!
Seventh Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Independence Day Creative Writing Prompt #1: Fantastic Fireworks
Independence Day Creative Writing Prompt #1: Fantastic Fireworks
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Independence Day Creative Writing Prompt #1: Fantastic Fireworks
Fourth Grade
Writing
Get learners' creative juices flowing with this fun Independence Day-themed writing prompt!
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Independence Day Creative Writing Prompt #1: Fantastic Fireworks
Independence Day Creative Writing Prompt #1: Fantastic Fireworks
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Independence Day Creative Writing Prompt #1: Fantastic Fireworks
Get learners' creative juices flowing with this fun Independence Day-themed writing prompt!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Glass From the Past
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Glass From the Past
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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Glass From the Past
Sixth Grade
Reading
Dig into the fascinating hobby of bottle hunting in this reading comprehension worksheet!
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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Glass From the Past
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Glass From the Past
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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Glass From the Past
Dig into the fascinating hobby of bottle hunting in this reading comprehension worksheet!
Sixth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Analyzing Poetry: The Stories Last
Analyzing Poetry: The Stories Last
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Analyzing Poetry: The Stories Last
Sixth Grade
Reading

A constellation of poetry analysis skills awaits in this reading comprehension worksheet!

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Analyzing Poetry: The Stories Last
Analyzing Poetry: The Stories Last
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Analyzing Poetry: The Stories Last

A constellation of poetry analysis skills awaits in this reading comprehension worksheet!

Sixth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
St. Patrick's Day Fun Facts
St. Patrick's Day Fun Facts
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St. Patrick's Day Fun Facts
Fifth Grade
Reading
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by reading about the holiday’s history and imagery!
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St. Patrick's Day Fun Facts
St. Patrick's Day Fun Facts
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St. Patrick's Day Fun Facts
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day by reading about the holiday’s history and imagery!
Fifth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Research Graphic Organizer: Winter Holidays Around the World
Research Graphic Organizer: Winter Holidays Around the World
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Research Graphic Organizer: Winter Holidays Around the World
Second Grade
Writing
Learners will learn about a winter holiday, then complete the graphic organizer with their notes, using this festive research template.
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Research Graphic Organizer: Winter Holidays Around the World
Research Graphic Organizer: Winter Holidays Around the World
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Research Graphic Organizer: Winter Holidays Around the World
Learners will learn about a winter holiday, then complete the graphic organizer with their notes, using this festive research template.
Second Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Verbal Irony
Verbal Irony
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Verbal Irony
Eighth Grade
Figurative Language
Get a taste of verbal irony with this figurative language worksheet in which students study the definitions and examples of sarcasm, exaggeration, and understatement.
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Verbal Irony
Verbal Irony
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Verbal Irony
Get a taste of verbal irony with this figurative language worksheet in which students study the definitions and examples of sarcasm, exaggeration, and understatement.
Eighth Grade
Figurative Language
Worksheet
Research Graphic Organizer: Ramadan
Research Graphic Organizer: Ramadan
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Research Graphic Organizer: Ramadan
Fourth Grade
Writing
Invite learners to research Ramadan and record their findings using this festive research template!
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Research Graphic Organizer: Ramadan
Research Graphic Organizer: Ramadan
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Research Graphic Organizer: Ramadan
Invite learners to research Ramadan and record their findings using this festive research template!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Movie Study
Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Movie Study
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Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Movie Study
Seventh Grade
Reading
After reading The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba, students compare the movie adaptation to the written story.
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Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Movie Study
Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Movie Study
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Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Movie Study
After reading The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind by William Kamkwamba, students compare the movie adaptation to the written story.
Seventh Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Research Graphic Organizer: Easter
Research Graphic Organizer: Easter
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Research Graphic Organizer: Easter
Fourth Grade
Writing
Invite learners to research Easter and record their findings using this spring-inspired research template!
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Research Graphic Organizer: Easter
Research Graphic Organizer: Easter
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Research Graphic Organizer: Easter
Invite learners to research Easter and record their findings using this spring-inspired research template!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Teacher Appreciation Reflective Writing Prompt #3: A Unique Technique
Teacher Appreciation Reflective Writing Prompt #3: A Unique Technique
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Teacher Appreciation Reflective Writing Prompt #3: A Unique Technique
Fourth Grade
Writing
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month with this reflective writing prompt about a unique teaching technique.
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Teacher Appreciation Reflective Writing Prompt #3: A Unique Technique
Teacher Appreciation Reflective Writing Prompt #3: A Unique Technique
Worksheet
Teacher Appreciation Reflective Writing Prompt #3: A Unique Technique
Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month with this reflective writing prompt about a unique teaching technique.
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Teacher Appreciation: Describing My Teacher
Teacher Appreciation: Describing My Teacher
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Teacher Appreciation: Describing My Teacher
Fourth Grade
Writing
What is your teacher like? Write about them in this worksheet!
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Teacher Appreciation: Describing My Teacher
Teacher Appreciation: Describing My Teacher
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Teacher Appreciation: Describing My Teacher
What is your teacher like? Write about them in this worksheet!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Descriptive Writing: Picture Prompt #1
Descriptive Writing: Picture Prompt #1
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Descriptive Writing: Picture Prompt #1
Sixth Grade
Writing
Give your students a chance to flex their descriptive writing muscles with this engaging picture prompt! 
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Descriptive Writing: Picture Prompt #1
Descriptive Writing: Picture Prompt #1
Worksheet
Descriptive Writing: Picture Prompt #1
Give your students a chance to flex their descriptive writing muscles with this engaging picture prompt! 
Sixth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Book Study: Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl: Reflect on Anne’s Words
Book Study: Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl: Reflect on Anne’s Words
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Book Study: Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl: Reflect on Anne’s Words
Seventh Grade
Reading
After reading Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl, reflect on some of Anne's heartfelt and meaningful quotes in this post-reading activity.
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Book Study: Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl: Reflect on Anne’s Words
Book Study: Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl: Reflect on Anne’s Words
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Book Study: Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl: Reflect on Anne’s Words
After reading Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl, reflect on some of Anne's heartfelt and meaningful quotes in this post-reading activity.
Seventh Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Research Graphic Organizer: Hanukkah
Research Graphic Organizer: Hanukkah
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Research Graphic Organizer: Hanukkah
Fourth Grade
Writing
Explore the elements of Hanukkah with this research template created for fourth through eighth graders!
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Research Graphic Organizer: Hanukkah
Research Graphic Organizer: Hanukkah
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Research Graphic Organizer: Hanukkah
Explore the elements of Hanukkah with this research template created for fourth through eighth graders!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Research Graphic Organizer: Kwanzaa
Research Graphic Organizer: Kwanzaa
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Research Graphic Organizer: Kwanzaa
Fourth Grade
Writing
Discover the meaning and celebration of Kwanzaa with this research worksheet designed for fourth through eighth graders!
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Research Graphic Organizer: Kwanzaa
Research Graphic Organizer: Kwanzaa
Worksheet
Research Graphic Organizer: Kwanzaa
Discover the meaning and celebration of Kwanzaa with this research worksheet designed for fourth through eighth graders!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Research Graphic Organizer: Christmas
Research Graphic Organizer: Christmas
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Research Graphic Organizer: Christmas
Fourth Grade
Writing
Uncover the history and traditions of Christmas with this research organizer created for fourth through eighth graders!
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Research Graphic Organizer: Christmas
Research Graphic Organizer: Christmas
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Research Graphic Organizer: Christmas
Uncover the history and traditions of Christmas with this research organizer created for fourth through eighth graders!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Exploring the Wonder of Iguazú Falls
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Exploring the Wonder of Iguazú Falls
Worksheet
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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Exploring the Wonder of Iguazú Falls
Sixth Grade
Reading
Visit the crashing waters of the mighty Iguazú Falls in this middle school passage!
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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Exploring the Wonder of Iguazú Falls
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Exploring the Wonder of Iguazú Falls
Worksheet
Nonfiction Reading Comprehension: Exploring the Wonder of Iguazú Falls
Visit the crashing waters of the mighty Iguazú Falls in this middle school passage!
Sixth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Novel Study: The Giver: Playlist for Jonas
Novel Study: The Giver: Playlist for Jonas
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Novel Study: The Giver: Playlist for Jonas
Seventh Grade
Reading
Engage readers with an exciting musical extension activity to be completed after they've finished reading The Giver by Lois Lowry!
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Novel Study: The Giver: Playlist for Jonas
Novel Study: The Giver: Playlist for Jonas
Worksheet
Novel Study: The Giver: Playlist for Jonas
Engage readers with an exciting musical extension activity to be completed after they've finished reading The Giver by Lois Lowry!
Seventh Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Spring Reflective Writing Prompt #2: Bursts of Color
Spring Reflective Writing Prompt #2: Bursts of Color
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Spring Reflective Writing Prompt #2: Bursts of Color
Fourth Grade
Writing
Get students thinking deeply with this spring-themed writing prompt about new beginnings!
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Spring Reflective Writing Prompt #2: Bursts of Color
Spring Reflective Writing Prompt #2: Bursts of Color
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Spring Reflective Writing Prompt #2: Bursts of Color
Get students thinking deeply with this spring-themed writing prompt about new beginnings!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Personification: Examples in Context
Personification: Examples in Context
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Personification: Examples in Context
Fifth Grade
Figurative Language
Collect examples of personification as you read with this helpful worksheet!
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Personification: Examples in Context
Personification: Examples in Context
Worksheet
Personification: Examples in Context
Collect examples of personification as you read with this helpful worksheet!
Fifth Grade
Figurative Language
Worksheet
Leap Year Creative Writing Prompt #2: A Time to Leap
Leap Year Creative Writing Prompt #2: A Time to Leap
Worksheet
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Leap Year Creative Writing Prompt #2: A Time to Leap
Fourth Grade
Writing
Get learners' creative juices flowing with this thought-provoking, leap year-inspired writing prompt!
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Leap Year Creative Writing Prompt #2: A Time to Leap
Leap Year Creative Writing Prompt #2: A Time to Leap
Worksheet
Leap Year Creative Writing Prompt #2: A Time to Leap
Get learners' creative juices flowing with this thought-provoking, leap year-inspired writing prompt!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Research Graphic Organizer: Passover
Research Graphic Organizer: Passover
Worksheet
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Research Graphic Organizer: Passover
Fourth Grade
Writing
Invite learners to research Passover and record their findings using this appealing research template!
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Research Graphic Organizer: Passover
Research Graphic Organizer: Passover
Worksheet
Research Graphic Organizer: Passover
Invite learners to research Passover and record their findings using this appealing research template!
Fourth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Present Perfect Verbs: From Seed to Sprout
Present Perfect Verbs: From Seed to Sprout
Interactive Worksheet
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Present Perfect Verbs: From Seed to Sprout
Fifth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Help your knowledge of present perfect tense grow with this garden-themed worksheet!
Interactive Worksheet
Present Perfect Verbs: From Seed to Sprout
Present Perfect Verbs: From Seed to Sprout
Interactive Worksheet
Present Perfect Verbs: From Seed to Sprout
Help your knowledge of present perfect tense grow with this garden-themed worksheet!
Fifth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Interactive Worksheet
Steps to Success Planner
Steps to Success Planner
Worksheet
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Steps to Success Planner
Sixth Grade
Writing
Take the first step toward success with this helpful planner worksheet!
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Steps to Success Planner
Steps to Success Planner
Worksheet
Steps to Success Planner
Take the first step toward success with this helpful planner worksheet!
Sixth Grade
Writing
Worksheet
Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Build Background Knowledge
Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Build Background Knowledge
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Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Build Background Knowledge
Seventh Grade
Reading
Before reading The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, use this pre-reading activity to build background knowledge and engagement. 
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Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Build Background Knowledge
Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Build Background Knowledge
Worksheet
Book Study: The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Build Background Knowledge
Before reading The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind, use this pre-reading activity to build background knowledge and engagement. 
Seventh Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Informational Essay: Prewriting With Research
Informational Essay: Prewriting With Research
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Informational Essay: Prewriting With Research
Sixth Grade
Writing
Students begin their informational writing process by gathering information through research. They will use a graphic organizer to record important information and sources and reflect on how to present the information.
Lesson Plan
Informational Essay: Prewriting With Research
Informational Essay: Prewriting With Research
Lesson Plan
Informational Essay: Prewriting With Research
Students begin their informational writing process by gathering information through research. They will use a graphic organizer to record important information and sources and reflect on how to present the information.
Sixth Grade
Writing
Lesson Plan
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