5th Grade Fiction Resources
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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
"The Grasshopper and the Owl": A Fable by Aesop
Use a lesson that provides students with an opportunity to draw conclusions…SubjectsReadingReading ComprehensionLiterature -
WORKSHEETS
Independent Reading Guide: Short Story
Use a teaching guide that helps students analyze the elements of short stories,…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionLiteratureReading -
LESSON PLANS
"Two Travelers and the Bear": A Lesson on Aesop's Fable
Use a lesson that provides students with an opportunity to recognize…SubjectsLiteratureAncient CivilizationsReading and Literature -
WORKSHEETS
The Chronicles of Narnia Classroom Activity Guide
Help students explore themes, analyse structure, and recognise literary devices…Subjects:LiteratureFantasy FictionReading and Literature -
DAILY WARM-UPS
Reading Warm-Up 155 for Gr. 5 & 6: Fantasy
Spark students' imagination with the passage of fantasy fiction and reading…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionFantasy FictionLanguage Arts and Writing -
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
Fill in the Beginning and End of Comic Strips
Try this fun printable activity that helps students practice their writing and…Subjects:Comics, Graphic Novels, & Illustrated NovelsCreative WritingVisual Arts -
EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS
Banned or Challenged Books, Grades 5–8
This gallery of middle school literature features banned or challenged books.…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureLiteratureFiction -
DAILY WARM-UPS
Reading Warm-Up 160 for Gr. 5 & 6: Fantasy
Students read a passage of fantasy fiction and answer comprehension questions in…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionFantasy FictionLanguage Arts and Writing -
ACTIVITIES
Island of the Blue Dolphins
Island of the Blue Dolphins tells the story of an American Indian girl stranded…Subjects:LiteratureNative-American History (American Indians)Animals (Zoology) -
WORKSHEETS
The Chronicles of Narnia Reading Guide
Spark debate about symbolism, good versus evil, relationships, and more with…Subjects:Fantasy FictionReading ComprehensionLanguage Arts and Writing -
DAILY WARM-UPS
Historical Fiction Reading Warm-Up: The Christmas Gift
Develop students' reading skills with this printable passage of historical…Subjects:Historical FictionLanguage Arts and WritingExplorers' Voyages and Travel -
DAILY WARM-UPS
Reading Warm-Up 132 for Gr. 5 & 6: Mystery/Suspense/Adventure
In this printable warm-up, students read a short mystery and answer…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionDetective and MysteriesLanguage Arts and Writing -
WORKSHEETS
A Season of Gifts Discussion Guide
After reading A Season of Gifts by Richard Peck, use the discussion questions in…Subjects:ReadingLiteratureLanguage Arts and Writing -
BOOK GUIDES
Reading Guide for Chains
Extend students' learning with discussion topics for Chains, a National Book…Subjects:LiteratureReading and LiteratureHistorical Fiction -
WORKSHEETS
Independent Reading Guide: Myths and Folk Tales
Use a teaching guide that helps students analyze the elements of myths and…Subjects:LiteratureFolk TalesWorld History -
WORKSHEETS
Anansi and the Frog Prince
By writing the ending to an Anansi story, children can explore African folk…Subjects:Folk TalesAfricaCreative Writing -
WORKSHEETS
How to Eat Fried Worms
Activities, tests, and websites that will help you teach How to Eat Fried Worms.Subjects:LiteratureBanned Books and CensorshipReading and Literature -
ACTIVITIES
Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry
Mildred D. Taylor's Newbery Award-winning novel, Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry,…Subjects:LiteratureBanned Books and CensorshipReading and Literature -
WORKSHEETS
Fill in the Middle of Comic Strips
Try this fun printable activity that helps students practice their writing and…Subjects:Comics, Graphic Novels, & Illustrated NovelsFictionLiterature -
DAILY WARM-UPS
The Wright Brothers: Historical Fiction Reading Warm-Up
Develop students' reading skills with this printable passage of historical…Subjects:ReadingReading ComprehensionHistorical Fiction -
ACTIVITIES
The Garden of Abdul Gasazi Enrichment Activities
In Chris Van Allsburg's The Garden of Abdul Gasazi, the dog who protagonist Alan…Subjects:Caldecott Medal Books & IllustratorsChris Van Allsburg, Author & Illustrator: Guides to His BooksAward and Prize Winners -
ACTIVITIES
Charlotte's Web Enrichment Activities
Use these creative enrichment project ideas while reading Charlotte's Web.Subjects:Reading ComprehensionReadingReading and Literature