ELA

Mentor texts, also referred to as anchor texts, are examples of quality writing from pieces of literature. These real examples can be studied and imitated allowing students practice using new strategies and formats. Studies show that mentor texts have a...

53 slides of Holiday/Christmas themed cartoon pages for student authors to write and color then bind in book format. Includes:comic-like frames with black & white images directionsspeech/thought bubbles introduction sheet4 Title...

Where did Rudolph get his red nose? How did it come about? When did it happen? Why is it red? Become a reporter and uncover the facts!Students get the opportunity to create facts and/or interview others about Rudolph's red nose. Then, students compile a...

20 Christmas story starters with catchy headline title areas. Includes starters such as: 1. Santa gets stuck in chimney and is saved by...2. “Party at Mr. and Mrs. Clause’s home was the highlight of the season!” said...3. Naught and...

Students write, color, and publish their own Christmas tales with these 55 pre-made story sheets. Christmas themed pictures with lines for inferencing and creating factual or imaginative tales. Excellent for building on-demand writing skills and grammar...

13 color-coded, figurative language Santa-themed activities that include definitions, examples, and writings. Fun for learning and using figurative language! Includes:AlliterationHyperboleIdiomsImageryInternal...

Where is Santa's missing red suit? Help Evie the elf as she recruits other elves, reindeer, and snowmen to help find Santa's red suit. Will Santa's famous yearly trip be delayed?Each page contains action word(s) for students to physically act out. Words...