I Spy Just Right Books Freebie Packet

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Click on the picture to download this packet.

Our school theme this year is "Mission Possible".  In keeping with that theme, I decided to use "I SPY" as an acronym to help my students choose books on their independent reading level.  Hopefully, I can help the parents of my students understand why making sure their children choose and read "Just Right Books" is critical to their success in reading.   I want my students practicing this important skill at home and in the classroom.  I created this reading journal page along with the accompanying note to parents.  I've also included anchor charts with questions I want my students asking themselves each time they select a book.  Here are some cute bookmarks with the reminders of what to look for in a "Just Right Book".  

I would love to hear your ideas on introducing and reinforcing "Just Right" book choice!!!!

Big Pumpkin

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Big Pumpkin by Erica Silverman is one of my absolute favorite books for Halloween.

It is PERFECT for talking about story elements.  It has five wonderful characters that are introduced one at a time, the story only has two settings, and it has a clearly defined problem and solution.  It’s a teachers dream!!! 

If you would like this graphic organizer click here.

graphic by Scrappin Doodles

I’ve also created some Math Journal Prompts based on the story. 

Click here to download Math Journal Prompts

 

Themed Word Walls

Pin It Last week I sat down to create a frog themed word wall for next year...found some really cute art...and I now I can't seem to stop. You can find these five word walls in my brand new TpT store.
The "Pirate Word Wall" is my free product! Enjoy!!




I am working on four more word walls: sports, jungle, space, and monster themes. I will have them finished and posted soon.