CommonLit
Common Lit: Book Pairings: "Incantation" by Alice Hoffman
Estrella is a girl living in Spain during the Spanish inquisition and dealing with the secret of her Jewish heritage, an unacceptable crush, and her best friend's betrayal. Selected (6) reading passages (grades 5-9) to pair with the...
CommonLit
Common Lit: "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime" by Mark Haddon
Christopher Boone sets out to investigate the suspicious death of his neighbor's dog but discovers more about his own family mysteries. Along the way, readers learn about the complex beauty of autistic thinkers. Selected (6) reading...
CommonLit
Common Lit: Book Pairings: "The Crossover" by Kwanme Alexander
Inseparable twin brothers Josh and JB love basketball, but changes in their lives begin to pull them apart. Selected (6) reading passages (grades 5-8) to pair with "The Crossover" by Kwanme Alexander. [Free account registration required...
CommonLit
Common Lit: Book Pairings: "Drinking Coffee Elsewhere" by Zz Packer
In this collection of short stories ZZ Packer introduces us to a range of different perspectives, from Brownie Troops out to seek retribution, to a father and son who bicker on their way to the Million Man March. Selected (8) reading...
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Common Lit: Book Pairings: "Lyddie" by Katherine Paterson
Lyddie is a young girl who is separated from her family and made to work in order for them to keep their farm. Selected (6) reading passages (grades 8-9) to pair with the novel "Laddie" by Katherine Paterson. [Free account registration...
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: How Much Fact in Fiction? 1984 by George Orwell
How can a reader determine how much fact is in a fictional book? This site features the book "1984" by George Orwell to illustrate this concept.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: How Much Fact in Fiction? 1984 by George Orwell
How can a reader determine how much fact is in a fictional book? This site features the book "1984" by George Orwell to illustrate this concept.
![Florida Center for Reading Research: Fiction and Nonfiction Sort [Pdf] Lesson Plan](https://content.lessonplanet.com/knovation/original/509105-4469283d2301f2d80ae09183a55b8e2c.jpg?1661786967 "Florida Center for Reading Research: Fiction and Nonfiction Sort [Pdf] Lesson Plan")
Florida Center for Reading Research
Florida Center for Reading Research: Fiction and Nonfiction Sort [Pdf]
A lesson plan in which learners look at different books, write their titles, and sort them according to whether they are fiction or nonfiction. Materials are included.
Starfall
Starfall: Gingerbread Boy
This is the interactive ebook "Gingerbread Boy" by Brandi Chase. It tells the story of a woman who made a gingerbread boy who got into dangerous situations.
Starfall
Starfall: Goldilocks and the Three Bears
This is an interactive ebook of the story "Goldilocks and the Three Bears." It allows children to read along, listen to, or read the story independently.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Axle the Freeway Cat
In this online book from the International Children's Digital Library, a lonely cat meets a new friend in a traffic jam.
Virginia Tech
Pixel: Fiction and Nonfiction Reading and Organizing
Short summary of different skills involved in reading fiction vs. non-fiction. Includes study tips and an organizational guide to use when reading.
Other
The Nightmare Room: Homepage
R.L. Stine's official website. On these spooky pages you will find a list and brief description of all of his books, an on-line story, and a page where you can create your own personal nightmare.
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: How Fiction Can Change Reality
Reading and stories can be an escape from real life, a window into another world -- but have you ever considered how new fictional experiences might change your perspective on real, everyday life? From Pride and Prejudice to Harry...
CommonLit
Common Lit: The Leap
A learning module that begins with "The Leap" by Louis Erdrich, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free teacher and student...
CommonLit
Common Lit: "The Veldt" by Ray Bradbury
In this short story, Mr. and Mrs. Hadley become concerned when they realize how important the machines of their futuristic home are to their children. As you read, take notes on what the veldt means to the children and their parents....
CommonLit
Common Lit: Kayvan the Brave
A learning module that begins with "Kayvan the Brave" by Elizabeth Laird, accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. The text can be printed as a PDF or assigned online through free teacher...
Rutgers University
Rutgers University: Literary Resources on the Net
Extensive listing of literary links on the Internet, grouped into categories. Useful for general browsing through a category.
Starfall
Starfall: It's Earth Day, Dear Dragon
This interactive fiction ebook focuses a family and a pet dragon participate in Earth Day. Students can choose to read independently or listen to each sentence.
Starfall
Starfall: Dragon Goes to the Farm
This interactive fiction ebook focuses a family and a pet dragon go to visit a farm. Students can choose to read independently or listen to each sentence.
Starfall
Starfall: Fiction and Nonfiction
This is a collection of six fiction ebooks, eight non-fiction ebooks, and three sets of sentence activities: dragon, baby, and toy box. Students can choose to read or listen to each sentence of the ebooks.
Starfall
Starfall: No Tail Cat
This interactive fiction ebook focuses on a cat with no tail. Students can choose to read independently or listen to each sentence.
Starfall
Starfall: Happy Mother's Day, Dear Dragon
This interactive fiction ebook focuses on the family and dragon celebrate Mother's Day. Students can choose to read independently or listen to each sentence.
Starfall
Starfall: I Can Do It
This interactive fiction ebook provides a version of the Tortoise and Hare. Students can choose to read independently or listen to each sentence.