Elly Elementary

Fox on the Job by James Marshall: When Fox breaks his bike, his mom tells him to get a job to pay for a new one. He tries working at a shoe store (too much!), an amusement park (too scary!), and even...

Don't Need Friends by Carolyn Crimi is a lovely picture book about a junkyard rat whose best friend moves away. So sad and angry, he decides he doesn't need friends any more. He rebuffs the...

Shhh by Kevin Henkes is a story about someone who just woke up. Quietly she moves around the house. Everyone else is still asleep. Kids love this story and can make many text-to-self connections...

In a first-grade interdisciplinary unit centered around the delightful children's book "Sneezy the Snowman" by Maureen Wright, students embark on a journey through the whimsical winter adventures of...

In the paper towel experiment designed for 2nd graders, students will explore the absorbency of different brands of paper towels. The experiment involves placing equal amounts of water on each towel...

Black History Month is celebrated in schools to recognize and honor the significant contributions and achievements of African Americans throughout history. This dedicated month serves as a reminder...

Mister...Once Upon a Time by Remy Simard and Pierre Pratt is a charming picture book that unfolds an enchanting tale of literacy and friendship. The story follows Mister, an endearing character, as...

In this engaging 3rd-grade unit centered around Chris Van Allsburg's captivating book "Two Bad Ants," students embark on a multidisciplinary journey that seamlessly integrates reading, writing,...

In the Valentine's Day unit designed for 2nd and 3rd graders, students will embark on a delightful journey blending academics with creativity. Through engaging reading activities, they will explore...

In this engaging unit on Chinese New Year designed for second and third graders, students embark on a cultural exploration to discover the vibrant traditions and customs surrounding this festive...

In a unit focused on needs and wants for 1st and 2nd graders, young learners will explore fundamental concepts related to essential aspects of daily life. Students will develop an understanding of...

There are so many fun days during the holidays, but kids like to be busy.   This free word search with answer key will occupy students while they enjoy Christmas fun in your class.