Literature Resources
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ACTIVITIES
Suggested Author Interview Questions
Here are the 16 best questions to ask an author during an interview Ever…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureLiteratureAuthors -
TEACHING RESOURCE
O. Henry's "The Gift of the Magi"
Find the full text of the classic short story by O. Henry, "The Gift of the…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureLiteratureShort Stories -
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 -
TEACHING RESOURCE
The Great Gatsby Chapter Study Questions
60+ chapter-by-chapter study questions for easy exam, quiz, or assignment…Subjects:Teaching The Great GatsbyReading and LiteratureLiterature -
REFERENCE
Nelson Mandela Biography: A Reading Warm-Up
In this printable warm-up, students read a short biography on Nobel Peace Prize…Subjects:ReadingReading ComprehensionLiterary Biographies -
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 -
REFERENCE
Walt Disney Biography: A Nonfiction Reading Warm-Up
Discover the magic of Walt Disney while improving students' nonfiction reading…Subjects:ReadingLiterary BiographiesLanguage Arts and Writing -
GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS
Three Paragraph Main Idea and Details Chart
This graphic organizer will help your students identify the main idea and…Subjects:ReadingReading ComprehensionLiterature -
TEACHING RESOURCE
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever -- Essay Topics
Assign these essay topics to your class when reading Barbara Robinson's book The…Subjects:Teaching The Best Christmas Pageant EverBooksLiterature -
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 -
GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS
Who Am I? – Character Description
Extends students' learning experience reading literature. Students will use this…Subjects:ReadingReading ComprehensionLiterature -
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 -
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
Rabbi Benjamin's Buttons Educator's Guide
The story Rabbi Benjamin's Buttons reflects community as a foundation for…Subjects:ReadingLiteratureReading and Literature -
LESSON PLANS
"The Fox and the Goat": A Lesson on Aesop's Fable
Use a lesson that provides students with an opportunity to learn about the…SubjectsReadingLiteratureLanguage Arts and Writing -
WORKSHEETS
"The Monkey's Paw" Short Story & Activities
Use this comprehensive packet with your students to strengthen reading…Subjects:Reading and LiteratureLanguage Arts and WritingShort Stories -
WORKSHEETS
Independent Reading Guide: Short Story
Use a teaching guide that helps students analyze the elements of short stories,…Subjects:Reading ComprehensionLiteratureReading -
WORKSHEETS
Analyze a Jose Garcia Villa Poem
Students read and analyze a poem by Jose Garcia Villa.Subjects:PoetryReading ComprehensionLiterature -
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 -
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
Activity: Muscles and Movement
Familiarize students with the scientific names of muscles in the human body…Subjects:Library ResourcesReading and LiteratureMusculoskeletal System