1st Grade Fiction Resources
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DAILY WARM-UPS
Reading Warm-Up 149 for Gr. 1 & 2: Fantasy
Students read a passage of fantasy fiction and answer comprehension questions in this printable daily warm-up.Subjects:Reading ComprehensionFantasy FictionReading -
ACTIVITIES
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Enrichment Activities
Review the enrichment activities and web resources created for The Very Hungry Caterpillar, plus a bibliography of Eric…Subjects:LiteratureTeaching Eric Carle & The Very Hungry CaterpillarLanguage Arts and Writing -
REFERENCE
The Henry Books: A Teacher's Guide
Introduce students to the life and philosophy of Henry David Thoreau through the Henry Bear picture books and related…Subjects:Literary BiographiesNonfiction LiteratureLiterature -
GAMES AND APPS
Crazy Hair Day Hairdo Activities
Create crazy hairdos for Stanley Birdbaum and his classmates with fun extension activities for Crazy Hair Day! These…Subjects:Visual ArtsArt, Music and DramaArts and Crafts -
ACTIVITIES
The Story of Ferdinand Activities
Students will love reading The Story of Ferdinand, the tale of a bull who follows his heart to find happiness. This…Subjects:Fantasy FictionFictionLiterature -
ACTIVITIES
Teammates
A wealth of resources, lesson plans, and activities that can be used with the story Teammates by Peter Golenbock.Subjects:ReadingLiteratureLanguage Arts and Writing -
BOOK GUIDES
The Keeping Quilt
The Keeping Quilt is a multi-generational story that follows a beloved quilt from one family member to another. The…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionLiteratureCulture and Diversity -
ACTIVITIES
If You Give a Mouse a Cookie
Laura Joffe Numeroff's humorous book If You Give a Mouse a Cookie tells the story of a demanding mouse and the child who…Subjects:LiteratureFantasy FictionSocial Studies and History -
DAILY WARM-UPS
Reading Warm-Up 123 for Gr. 1 & 2: Contemporary Realistic Fiction
Students read a fictional passage and answer comprehension questions in this printable daily warm-up.Subjects:Reading ComprehensionFictionReading -
BOOK GUIDES
Miss Nelson is Missing
Ideas and activities for reading Miss Nelson is Missing.Subjects:LiteratureReading and LiteratureDetective and Mysteries -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Summer Reading for Teachers
This slideshow contains summer reading suggestions for teachers interested in reading for pleasure or professional…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionNonfiction Literature -
ACTIVITIES
Make Way for Ducklings Literature Guide
Make Way for Ducklings is the ideal book to entertain and teach with. This lesson plan includes activities and resources…Subjects:LiteratureCaldecott Medal Books & IllustratorsReading and Literature -
DAILY WARM-UPS
Reading Warm-Up 122 for Gr. 1 & 2: Contemporary Realistic Fiction
Students read a fictional passage and answer comprehension questions in this printable daily warm-up.Subjects:Reading ComprehensionFictionReading -
ACTIVITIES
The Garden of Abdul Gasazi Enrichment Activities
In Chris Van Allsburg's The Garden of Abdul Gasazi, the dog who protagonist Alan is supposed to be watching runs off and…Subjects:Caldecott Medal Books & IllustratorsChris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAward and Prize Winners -
WORKSHEETS
My Favorite Fairy Tale
Try a library-skills activity that focuses on evaluating fairy tale books.Subjects:Library ResourcesLiteratureFolk Tales -
DAILY WARM-UPS
The Firefighter Reading Warm-Up
Students read a fictional passage about firefighters and answer comprehension questions in this printable reading…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionLiteratureJobs, Careers, and Occupations -
BOOK GUIDES
Imani's Moon Teacher's Guide
Use the classroom activities in this comprehensive teacher's guide to integrate Imani's Moon into your English language…Subjects:Folk TalesReading InstructionChildren's Book -
WORKSHEETS
Picture Books in the Classroom: Common Core-Based Lesson Ideas
Use these fun activities for picture books and folktales in your Common Core classroom. This printable guide features…Subjects:Children's BookFolk TalesLiterature -
DAILY WARM-UPS
Reading Warm-Up 124 for Gr. 1 & 2: Contemporary Realistic Fiction
Students read a fictional passage and answer comprehension questions in this printable daily warm-up.Subjects:Reading ComprehensionFictionReading -
WORKSHEETS
Two Bad Ants Teacher's Guide
Extend and enhance students' enjoyment of Two Bad Ants, Chris Van Allsburg's exciting insect adventure, with the…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionAnimals (Zoology) -
WORKSHEETS
Judy Blume's Fudge Series Teacher's Guide
This printable teacher's guide will help you discover how the books in Judy Blume's Fudge series connect to your core…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionLanguage Arts and Writing -
WORKSHEETS
Curious George Books & Activities
Students will love these independent and cooperative learning activities, which feature Curious George, the man with the…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureFictionLanguage Arts and Writing -
ACTIVITIES
Sarah Morton's Day, Samuel Eaton's Day, & Tapenum's Day
Explore Colonial Times through literature and corresponding activities and lessons. Discover resources related to three…Subjects:Native AmericansPilgrimsReading Comprehension -
TEACHING RESOURCE
Literature that Deals with Laughter
Books that make kids laugh are listed in this literature resource for teachers.Subjects:Emotional Appeal of Children's LiteratureLiteratureReading and Literature
