Polar Bear Resources for the Primary Classroom
A few days ago I shared with you some of my favorite polar bear books to read. Today I’m back to share some of my other favorite polar bear resources for the primary classroom.
Polar Bear Books
January is the perfect time to begin a new unit in the classroom. Teachers and students are returning from a two week Christmas break rested and ready to learn. The weather is cold and the students are daydreaming about snow. I try to capitalize on this energy with a unit on polar bears. Here are some of my favorite polar bear books to read aloud and during small group time.
Christmas Chapter Books for 2nd Graders
Once Thanksgiving has passed, Christmas is probably on the mind of most of your students – I know it’s on mine! I love to bring Christmas into my classroom for my students, too. These are some of my favorite Christmas chapter books to either read aloud to my students or use in small groups leading up to Christmas break.
Favorite Chapter Books to Read Leading up to Thanksgiving
When possible, I like to keep with themes and holidays for my reading groups. Since I teach 2nd grade, many of my students are reading chapter books. Here are some of my favorite Thanksgiving chapter books to read with students.
Text Evidence Bookmarks (FREEBIE)
I’m popping in really quickly today to share a little freebie with you. Students always need reminders to use evidence from the text, so I thought I’d create some bookmarks that will help them. I hope you can use them, too!
Comparing & Contrasting Two Characters Using Picture Books
Are your students comparing and contrasting two characters? I suggest starting with picture books! Here are some of my favorite books and graphic organizers to get started!
Tracking Reading Levels Through the Year
Primary students can make incredible reading growth each year and I am always looking for a quick and easy way to track that growth. This is a simple form that works for me, so I thought I’d share the idea with you. It’s just a table I created to match the levels our testing kits assess.
The Juice Box Bully
Are you getting ready to read The Juice Box Bully? Here are some of my favorite activities
Anansi and the Magic Stick
Anansi and the Magic Stick is an entertaining story for kids with a great lesson to learn. Here are some of my favorite activities to pair with this book.
Gooney Bird Greene – Character Traits, Story Retell, Freebies, and More
Are you getting ready to read Gooney Bird Greene? Here are some of my favorite activities to use when reading this entertaining story!
Horrible Harry’s New Look
Horrible Harry has been a classroom staple for several years now. There’s just something about the kids of Room 2B (and 3B) that kids can relate to and enjoy. Here are some activities to pair with these books.
Daily 5 – Work on Writing
Do you use the Daily 5 in your classroom? Here are some ideas to try for the Work on Writing rotation.