Identify features of a nonfiction article in this language arts lesson. Middle schoolers apply comprehension strategies as they read the parts of the article, and analyze the author's key points. Additionally, they examine information in...

Use the library or Internet to find resources on a chosen topic. The class will comprehend the collected information, structure the information with texts and graphics for a presentation. Each presentation focuses on Hispanic culture and...

Working with magazine articles and other informational texts, students identify the parts of a non-fiction work. The learners use SMART board files to guide instruction, as well as a transition to writing their own non-fiction article in...

In this Ramadan instructional activity, students fill in the blank of a four paragraph text that illustrates their knowledge on the holy month. There is a word bank provided.

Reading informational text can be fun and interesting when the topic is right. Unfortunately, this topic may not be all that interesting or right for every learner. They boost reading comprehension and the ability to extrapolate...

After reading a series of informational articles regarding the Hudson River Estuary, the class will answer a series of comprehension questions. An answer key is provided but the articles and worksheets are not.

Students complete activities using apples that help improve their science, math, and reading skills. In this apple lesson, students read the book Apples, Apples Apples and visit an orchard or farmer's market to buy a variety of apples....

In this elephant facts worksheet, 2nd graders read several informational passages about elephants. Students learn facts and read a poem about elephants.

In these informational texts worksheets, students read the detailed flyer for the Blues and Folk Music Workshop. Students then answer 8 multiple choice questions about the text.

Students read newspaper articles obtained from websites. Students then identify journalism's "5Ws and H" and complete a template with the corresponding information they have found in the article. Finally, students use notes to write a...

Students organize the information they have compiled through the research process. Throughout this unit, students not only learn the research process but also experience it firsthand.

Young scholars compose question webs by thinking aloud while reading. Students gather information about the topic and add it to question webs as answers or additional questions.

Students develop an understanding of nonfiction through peer interaction and hands-on experiences with books. They use graphic organizers to record their thinking and new learning.

Students compare and cross-reference information from fiction and nonfiction texts about animals. Students use an Internet search engine to find websites with additional factual information about animals in stories read to them.

In this seal information worksheet, students read several informational passages about seals. Students learn facts about the animals and read a poem.

In this raccoon information worksheet, students read several short, informational passages about raccoons and facts about the animal. Students then read a short poem about raccoons.

In this tiger information worksheet, students read several informational passages about tigers. Students learn facts and read a short poem about tigers.

Students read informational texts to become experts on Native American culture groups from different regions and times. Students work in small groups and at activitiy center in this unit in which they practice speaking skills.

CommonLit.org is a wonderful resource to use in a Language Arts classroom. Each story or article is accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. In addition, students can click on words to see...

CommonLit.org is a wonderful resource to use in a Language Arts classroom. Each story or article is accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. In addition, students can click on words to see...

CommonLit.org is a wonderful resource to use in a Language Arts classroom. Each story or article is accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. In addition, students can click on words to see...

CommonLit.org is a wonderful resource to use in a Language Arts classroom. Each story or article is accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. In addition, students can click on words to see...

CommonLit.org is a wonderful resource to use in a Language Arts classroom. Each story or article is accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. In addition, students can click on words to see...

CommonLit.org is a wonderful resource to use in a Language Arts classroom. Each story or article is accompanied by guided reading questions, assessment questions, and discussion questions. In addition, students can click on words to see...