2nd Grade Literature Resources
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LESSON PLANS
Sequencing Lesson Plan for The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Present this Common Core-aligned lesson plan for the book The Very Hungry…SubjectsReadingReading ComprehensionTeaching Eric Carle & The Very Hungry Caterpillar -
WORKSHEETS
The Polar Express Coloring Page: The Conductor
Color the boy from The Polar Express as the conductor welcomes him aboard the…Subjects:Chris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAuthorsLiterature -
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 -
LESSON PLANS
I Dreamed I Was a Snowman Poetry Pack
Use this poem to teach students about interpreting metaphor and fantasy in…Subjects:LiteratureWinter SeasonReading and Literature -
WORKSHEETS
My Friend Writing Printable
Use this guide to help students write a descriptive paragraph about a friend.…Subjects:Teaching Otis by Loren LongLanguage Arts and WritingCreative Writing -
GAMES AND APPS
The Polar Express Word Search
Review vocabulary from The Polar Express with this printable word search puzzle.Subjects:Chris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAuthorsLiterature -
BOOK GUIDES
Teacher's Guide to The Gingerbread Man Loose in the School by Laura Murray
Use these resources and activities for The Gingerbread Man Loose in the School…Subjects:ReadingLanguage Arts and WritingReading and Literature -
WORKSHEETS
Rabbi Benjamin's Buttons Educator's Guide
The story Rabbi Benjamin's Buttons reflects community as a foundation for…Subjects:ReadingLiteratureReading and Literature -
TEACHING RESOURCE
Children's Books About Disabilities
This extensive list details books for both children and adults that deal with…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureLiteratureLanguage Arts and Writing -
WORKSHEETS
Good Enough to Eat Activity Guide
Keep children involved in learning about nutrition with these activities for…Subjects:Childhood Obesity Awareness & PreventionSchool Lunch & NutritionIllness and Diseases -
GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS
Story Map Graphic Organizer
Using a story map helps children to identify key elements in a story such as…Subjects:ReadingLiteratureLanguage Arts and Writing -
DAILY WARM-UPS
Reading Warm-Up for Gr. 1 & 2: Christmas Tamales
Students learn about diversity, Hispanic heritage, and Christmas as they read a…Subjects:ReadingLanguage Arts and WritingSocial Studies and History -
ACTIVITIES
Sarah Morton's Day, Samuel Eaton's Day, & Tapenum's Day
Explore Colonial Times through literature and corresponding activities and…Subjects:Native AmericansPilgrimsReading Comprehension -
WORKSHEETS
The Polar Express Coloring Page: The Boy
Color the boy from The Polar Express. Encourage your students to imagine what he…Subjects:Chris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAuthorsLiterature -
GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS
Sequencing Graphic Organizer
Your child can use this graphic organizer to identify the sequence of events in…Subjects:ReadingLanguage Arts and WritingCreative Writing -
ACTIVITIES
Be a Peacemaker
Explain what it means to be a peacemaker. For use with The Gorp's Gift, a story…Subjects:The Gorp's Gift: Gun Safety Resources for TeachersBooksLiterature -
LESSON PLANS
Aunt Isabel Tells a Good One
By isolating basic story elements including setting, characters, problem, and…Subjects:LiteratureReading InstructionReading Comprehension -
LESSON PLANS
As Soon As It's Fall Poetry Pack
In these activities based on the poem, As Soon As It's Fall, by Aileen Fisher,…Subjects:LiteraturePoetryLanguage Arts and Writing -
DAILY WARM-UPS
The Firefighter Reading Warm-Up
Students read a fictional passage about firefighters and answer comprehension…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionLiteratureJobs, Careers, and Occupations -
WORKSHEETS
Christmas Snowball Cookie Recipe
Follow this recipe to make Christmas snowball cookies. Enjoy these delicious…Subjects:Chris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAuthorsLiterature -
LESSON PLANS
Making Inferences, Why Mosquitoes Buzz in People's Ears
Use a lesson that is designed to expand primary students' skill of making…SubjectsReadingReading ComprehensionCaldecott Medal Books & Illustrators -
ACTIVITIES
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Enrichment Activities
Review the enrichment activities and web resources created for The Very Hungry…Subjects:LiteratureTeaching Eric Carle & The Very Hungry CaterpillarLanguage Arts and Writing -
WORKSHEETS
Where's Waldo Activity Kit I
This printable activity kit includes a Where's Waldo coloring sheet and a fact…Subjects:Visual ArtsArt, Music and DramaChildren's Book Characters -
WORKSHEETS
The Polar Express Stationery
Use this reproducible stationery to write about The Polar Express. Encourage…Subjects:Chris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAuthorsLiterature