Winter themed reading comprehension passages with 40 passages at two reading levels. Includes high-interest topics, text-dependent questions, and differentiation options. Great for January morning work. Covers a variety of close reading skills aligned with Common Core Standards. Answer keys provided. Suitable for 3rd-5th grade.
These 12 close reading response bookmarks are part of a larger Close Reading Toolkit for Literature. They are designed to help students dig deeper while reading chapter books or short stories, and can be used repeatedly. Perfect for literature circles or independent reading programs.
Passage of the Day (POD) offers 40 engaging passages with text-dependent questions and a bonus writing activity to reinforce reading skills. Includes audio support, print and digital options, and is great for 3rd-5th grade. Check out the preview and money-saving bundle!
This resource provides close reading practice on asteroids, meteoroids, meteors, meteorites, and comets in our solar system. It includes 4 article-length passages with different reading levels, audio support, quizzes, graphic organizers, and more. Suitable for 3rd-5th grade. Available in digital and print formats.
This close reading toolkit is designed to help teach close reading skills with literature, including folktales, short stories, and chapter books. It includes resources for all Common Core RL standards, such as posters, bookmarks, discussion prompts, graphic organizers, and writing prompts.
This Close Reading Toolkit is packed with resources like posters, graphic organizers, discussion prompts, and writing prompts to make close reading easy. It covers Common Core RI standards and can be used individually, in pairs, or in group discussions. Check out the preview!
Passage of the Day (POD) offers 40 engaging passages with text-dependent questions and a writing activity to reinforce reading skills. Includes audio support, print and digital options, and differentiation for 3rd-5th grade. Ideal for bell work, literacy centers, homework, or test prep.
Fall Reading passages with 20 high-interest topics at two reading levels (grades 3-4 and 4-5) for a total of 40 passages. Includes text-dependent questions, paired passages, and skills aligned with Common Core Standards. Ideal for various classroom uses and fall-themed. Answer keys provided.
These three high-interest, no-prep passages are perfect for practicing close reading and reinforcing reading strategies. Everything you need is on one page (or google slide).
Close reading is a big part of the Common Core and an important skill to master. This freebie includes a close reading poster, 3 graphic
These 3 engaging, no-prep Text Time comprehension passages (written by a published children’s author) are the “just right” way to help your students learn to
Ask many students how they feel about close reading informational text, and they’ll tell you it’s a bore. Informational text is full of just that,
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