Check out this simple brainstorm template in which student can list and identify the various characteristics of famous people. Students will then be prompted with the single question of "What will you do to practice these characteristics?" This is a great hook into learning about famous people, a strong self-identification when talking about leadership, an application of identifying character traits and so much more. Please feel free to leave a comment in the feedback section, how you incorporated this in your classroom!

While students are being assessed for their reading fluency, make your feedback that much more meaningful but following these simple to use abbreviations. When they are marked on the copy of the reading assignment, it makes the running record of fluency purposeful; not only does it inform you what they need to work on, but provides precise components for parents and students to focus on moving forward. This simple abbreviation reference guide has six per page and is meant to be cut, to include one small one per reading passage. It also has a space for total words read in that given minute. Take you feedback to a whole new level!

This simple and student-friendly graphic organizer takes your students' writing and reading to the next level. Student will begin with a main idea at the top of the page. The students then will identify two supporting details of that main idea. Off of each supporting detail, students will need to identify two sources of evidence from the text. This can also be done working your way backwards, to facilitate students identifying the main idea. The template has three different varieties for differentiation purposes.

In an effort to make main idea identification more engaging and meaningful, try out this simple ripple effect graphic organizer. Directions are embedded, but students will write the main idea in the center, and then write supporting details (whether it be from a text or not) on each layer surrounding. Student will realize that their main idea may not be correct if they can't identify enough supporting details. They will then summarize these ideas at the bottom of the page.

Check out this wide variety assessment that can easily be used as a quiz, exit ticket, test, homework, classwork assignment, or simply a worksheet. This worksheet includes identifying some sentences as either a Fact or an Opinion, as well as students creating their own sentences for each, and then interacting with a short passage in which students are to categorize sentences themselves. This highly interactive worksheet is fun, engaging, and gives the teacher a great snapshot into students' understandings! Hashtag Teached Resources by is licensed under a

This highly visual graphic organizer allows students to see the relationship between two topics and how they are similar and different. There are 4 different versions with different spacing for simple and easily differentiate, where only the teacher needs to know about since they are all designed the same way. RL.1.1, RL.2.1, RL.3.1, RL.4.1, RL.5.1, RL.6.1, RL.7.1, RI.K.9, RI.1.9, RI.2.9, RI.3.9, RI.4.3, RI.4.9, RI.5.3, RI.5.9, RI.6.3, RI.6.9, RI.7.9, RI.8.9, RI.9-10.9

Check out this simple and user-friendly log that can be used to record and document your student conferences regarding their progress. This can easily be used for student led conferences or can be facilitated by the teacher. The template has 4 meeting spots on it, if you want to meet weekly or whatever best fits your schedule. Easily create a binder tracking these conferences over the course of the year for each student. The log has three main areas which include "Strengths", "Areas of Focus", and "Next Steps". Best of luck to you and your students! Check out my alternative Student Writing Conference Log Template.

Check out this awesome method to increase comprehension, close reading and critical thinking of students. The intention of the ABC brainstorm template is to be used with a broad topic to activate prior knowledge, to be used as a supplement to a reading as key words are pulled out, or to be used as a tracker with learning. Students will write a word or phrase starting with each letter of the alphabet and then complete a summary sentence after all (or most) letters are filled in. The activity is meant to start with the specific topic that is applicable to the student which gets filled in at the top. Three different variations are included that provide a variety of spacing options for easy differentiation

Facilitate your conversation roundtables discussions with this simple and self-explanatory template. Students will record their notes for each of the three other students at their roundtable and then reflect on their conversations by creating one coherent summary statement at the bottom. There are four differentiated versions with different sized spacing, bullets, and blank space for you to meet the needs of your specific students but still maintain uniformity in expectations. Have more/less than 4 students in each conversation roundtable? Be sure to check out my alternative with differentiated group sizing as well if each of your roundtables range from 2-8 people.

Check out this simple and fun sequence of events graphic organizer that is student friendly and visually lays out components to ensure student success. This template can easily be adapted for any grade since it comes in three forms. One form has a box up top and a caption below for student to model the events with a picture and then describe it as well as the second form where there are just boxes. The second form can be used for students to draw in or simply write in. The third form has the lines inside of the box to add structure for students as well as simply and easily differentiated. RL.3.5, RL.4.3, RI.K.3, RI.1.3, RI.2.3, RI.3.3, RI.3.8, RI.4.5, RI.4.7

Increase student understanding and retention using this Frayer Model strategy! This sheet has two half-sheets on it that are identical to print and disburse to students. The model will allow students to engage with new terminology with multiple access points. The students will put the term in the center circle, represent it with a visual, list synonyms/antonyms, define it as well as use it in a sentence. As you introduce new terminology through the week, students can complete this template with partners, small groups, independently or use it as a homework! This strategy won't disappoint! Also, be sure to check out my alternative Word Study Web Template. L.2.4, L.2.6, L.3.4, L.3.6, L.4.4, L.4.6, L.5.4, L.5.6, L.6.4, L.6.6, L.7.4, L.7.6, L.8.4, L.8.6

Check out this simple yet effective note taking template that students can use to record major take-aways while reading. Limiting big ideas to six key elements, students will be forced to synthesize their text and organize their ideas. Students are given a small space to record their thoughts as well as a space to draw a small representation of that idea. This user-friendly and self explanatory template has the capacity to increase comprehension, be used for evidence from the text and so much more as it is adapted to your classroom! Please feel free to leave feedback on how you used it in your classroom!

Check out this simple and fun sequence of events worksheet template. This comes in two different forms, grayscale and color coded. Within each form, there are three types which each include a blank space, bulleted sections, and/or lined spaces. This gives you the ability to easily differentiate to different grade levels or different students based on need. The color coding allows simple infusion into instruction. There are 6 total versions each that have five events that roll into each other.

Check out this simple to use rubric which can be sued to evaluate any and all spoken presentations. The rubric is ranked from 1-4 in each category which include "Expression & Volume". "Phrasing", "Smoothness", and "Pace". These elements have clear and direct explanation of expectations and simple assessment capabilities.

Tired of hearing the same-old surface level responses!? Check out this simple poster that offers your students multiple ways to say common classroom words with higher level vocabulary. The poster includes 10 alternatives for 15 common words such as: nice, good, bad, sad, pretty, big, like, happy and more. This can easily be used for individual students or super-sized and printed for a large class reference guide! Building vocabulary one step at a time :)

This fun and well-designed worksheet is comprised for 10 different images where students will be responsible to identify those images and then choose one of three letters that makes the same beginning sound. Students will develop their phonemic awareness while following the theme of the topic. RF.K.1, RF.K.1d, RF.K.2d, RF.1.2, RF.1.2c, RF.1.2d

Check out this clear and concise tri-bubble, three way, venn diagram graphic organizer. Students will be able to learn from the model in order to develop their organizing skills. There are four differentiated sheets in the packet with a variety of line sizes for different students or different grades.

This fun and simple worksheet is comprised of 10 images in which students will identify the image and then decide how many syllables are in each word. The images range from 1-3 syllables. This worksheet can easily be used for whole-group, independent work, homework, assessments and more! RF.K.2, RF.K.2a, RF.K.2b, RF.K.2d, RF.1.2, RF.1.2b, RF.1.2d, RF.2.3, RF.2.4

This fun and simple worksheet is comprised of 10 images in which students will identify the image and then decide how many syllables are in each word. The images range from 1-3 syllables. This worksheet can easily be used for whole-group, independent work, homework, assessments and more! Also, consider looking at my Thanksgiving-Themed Beginning Word Sound Worksheet and my Dining Plate Draw and Label Early vocabulary Worksheet. RF.K.2, RF.K.2a, RF.K.2b, RF.K.2d, RF.1.2, RF.1.2b, RF.1.2d, RF.2.3, RF.2.4

This clear and well-organized T-chart is a must! With it comes four templates that are leveled for differentiation purposes. One has no lines, and the other three have differently spaced out lines to accommodate different students or different grades! Check out my other T-Chart products with additional alternative layout!