Fifth Grade Recipes
Reader's Theater: Building Fluency and Expression
1st
- 6th
Read to Someone: A Component Of The Daily Five
K
- 6th
Get to the Root of It: Exploring Word Roots to Enhance Vocabulary and Spelling
2nd
- 6th
Bubble Diagram: A Pre-Writing Strategy for Stories
2nd
- 6th
Four Square Writing Method: A Graphic Organizer to Support Paragraph Writing
1st
- 5th
What Does That Word Mean?: Using the Dictionary to Support Vocabulary Learning
4th
- 6th
The Daily Five: Fostering Literacy Independence in Pre-Kindergarten
PreK
- 6th
Fist Lists: A Graphic Organizer for Learning Vocabulary
2nd
- 5th
Creating Crossword Puzzles: Engaging Students with Content Area Vocabulary
3rd
- 6th
Visual Thinking Strategies: Exploring Artwork to Enhance Critical Thinking and Expression
3rd
- 6th
The Said Web: Improving Written Compositions by Brainstorming Interesting Synonyms
3rd
- 6th
In Your Own Words: Learning How to Paraphrase
2nd
Cinquains with a Twist: Building Vocabulary Through Cinquain Poetry
2nd
- 6th
Who Wears These Shoes?: Making Inferences to Promote Comprehension
3rd
- 6th
Reader's Notebook: Motivating Students to Read, Write, and Reflect
3rd
- 5th
Learning About Earth Day: Developing Internet Research Skills
3rd
- 5th
To the Next Power: Using Power Notes to Organize Information
3rd
- 6th
Photo Essays: Using Pictures to Guide Written Compositions
3rd
- 6th
The True Story: Interviewing Book Characters to Build Comprehension
2nd
- 5th
Word Explosion: Linking Vocabulary and Spelling
2nd
- 6th
Sticky Notes: Determining Importance in Non-Fiction Texts
2nd
- 6th
Concept Maps: Expanding Vocabulary Networks
2nd
- 5th
Personal Dictionary: Making Real-Life Connections to Build Vocabulary
2nd
- 5th
Concept Muraling: Organizing Knowledge Visually to Improve Comprehension
2nd
- 6th
Tableau Summaries: Using Action Strategies to Deepen Comprehension
4th
- 6th
Crazy Comics: Developing Voice by Writing Dialogue
2nd
- 5th
Searching for Information: Features of Non-Fiction Texts
3rd
- 6th
Reader's Notebook: Promoting the Use of Comprehension Strategies through Letter Writing (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 5th
Sentence Sort: Organizing a Paragraph (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Who Wears These Shoes?: Building Comprehension by Making Inferences (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
The Daily Five: Fostering Literacy Independence in Third and Fourth Grade (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
CAFÉ: Engaging Third and Fourth Grade Students in Assessment and Instruction (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Guided Reading: Promoting Fluency and Comprehension in Third and Fourth Grade (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Schema Folder: Investigating a Topic to Foster Knowledge Building (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Book Cover Design: Writing a Summary (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Soda Pop Label Designs: Examining and Creating Print Advertisements (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Visual Thinking Strategies: Exploring Artwork to Enhance Critical Thinking and Expression (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Writing to a Character: Understanding the Structural Features of Letter Writing (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Writing Center: Engaging in Writing (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Integrating Mathematics and Literacy: Reporting on a Playground Design (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Designing Music Albums: Developing Descriptive Writing (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Creating Science Posters: Developing Informative Writing (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Character in Action: Fostering Critical Thinking and the Development of Knowledge (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Gathering Place: Promoting Independent Reading and Comprehension Strategies (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Anchor Charts: Providing a Tool for Learning (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Reading Corner: Creating a Space for Students to Explore Texts
PreK
- 6th
Super Words: Expanding Vocabulary in Second Grade (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Feedback Board: Providing Specific Information to Improve Performance (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Instructional Terms: Helping Students Expand Vocabulary (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
A Helpful Tool: Using Sticky Notes during Reading and Writing (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
The Portable Desk: Engaging in Learning Using a Clipboard (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
A Tool for Reading: Using Whiteboards during Guided Reading (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Climb Every Mountain: Setting Goals and Using Feedback to Attain Them (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Dealing with First Day Jitters: Promoting Motivation for Literacy (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Literature Circles: Fostering Critical Thinking and Oral Communication (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Author's Perspective: Comprehending Point of View (Virtual Tour)
5th
- 6th
New Words Game: Expanding Vocabulary (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Integrating Social Studies and Literacy: Developing Research and Presentation Skills (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Word Wall in the Upper Grades: Expanding Vocabulary and Spelling (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Think Alouds: Modeling Ways to Think About Text (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Chants, Poems and Reader's Theater: Building Fluency in the Upper Grades (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Behind the Mask: Developing Script Writing through Art (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Parts of Speech: Developing Spelling Skills (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
V.O.I.C.E.: A Mnemonic to Aid Assessment of Writing (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Heart Words and Interactive Word Wall: Learning to Spell Words by Heart (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 5th
Yearbook of Writing: Developing Writing Skills (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Expand Vocabulary Wall: Introducing New and Interesting Words (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Teaching Tip: Creating Individual Blackboards (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Earthworms, Snails and Hermit Crabs: Integrating Science and Literacy with a Terrarium (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Daily News: Encouraging Inquiry (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Imagination: Asking Questions for Further Inquiry (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
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Writing Wall: Understanding the Process of Writing (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Math Word Wall: Expanding Vocabulary in Third Grade (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Open-Ended Questions: Organizing Ideas Using an Anchor Chart (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Open-Ended Responses: Providing Students with a Reference Guide (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Let's Connect: Using Anchor Charts to Make Connections (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
A Visual Portfolio: Using a Writing Wall to Track Development (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 5th
Guided and Independent Reading: Running Records (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Classroom Wiki: Engaging Students with Technology (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Word Finder Think-Marks: Promoting Vocabulary Growth
3rd
- 6th
Balderdash!: Building Vocabulary by Studying Word Roots and Affixes
2nd
- 6th
Pick a Corner: Engaging Students and Encouraging Critical Thinking
1st
- 6th
How to Use CAFÉ : Involving Students in Building Essential Reading Skills
1st
- 6th
Bubble Gum Letters: A Persuasive Writing Activity
2nd
- 6th
Paint That Event!: Supporting Descriptive Writing
2nd
- 5th
Listening to Reading: A Component Of The Daily Five
K
- 6th
Complete a Comic!: Promoting the Correct Use of Quotation Marks
2nd
- 6th
Candy Ads: Developing Media Literacy and Persuasive Writing Skills
1st
- 6th
What Are We Learning Today?: Setting Goals to Improve Student Learning
1st
- 6th
Success Criteria: Setting Goals to Improve Student Learning
1st
- 6th
Learning Goals: Fostering Student Success in First and Second Grade (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Graffiti Posters: Integrating Science and Literacy (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Interactive SMART Board: Integrating Technology (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Student-Led Conferences: Fostering Literacy Independence (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Visualize It!: Improving Comprehension through Visualizing Comparisons (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Book Bins: Organizing Student Materials (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
The Facts and Opinions Tree: Distinguishing Between Facts and Opinions (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Tree Art: Understanding Possessive Nouns (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Anchor Assignments: Promoting Literacy Independence during Small Group Instruction (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Retell the Text: Teaching Tips for Summarizing (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Math Flowers: Writing and Solving Word Problems (Virtual Tour)
2nd
The UNRAVEL Device: Using a Test Taking Mnemonic (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
The Literacy Umbrella: Understanding Figurative Language (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Integrating Social Studies: Developing Research Skills (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
The Wall of Science: Anchoring Students' Learning (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
The KWL Chart: Building Knowledge with a Graphic Organizer (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Comical Writing: Using Comics to Engage Students in Reading and Writing (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
The Game of Jeopardy: Reviewing Information (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Vocabulary Vine: Understanding the Meaning of Words (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Daily Read Alouds: Using Non-Fiction and Math Books in the Literacy Program (Virtual Tour)
PreK
- 6th
Guided and Independent Reading: Personal Boxes (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Classroom Agreements: Fostering Critical Thinking Skills and a Classroom Community (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Wonder Box: Inspiring Creative Writing through Unusual Picture Cues
1st
- 6th
News of the Day: Using the Morning Message to Build Skills and Confidence (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Reading Chart to Track Progress: Promoting Growth Through On-going Assessment (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
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Play it Again!: Motivating Games for Word Analysis and Spelling (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Don't Lose that Thought!: Notebooks to Jot Down Ideas for Writing (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
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Mistakes Don't Show!: Using Individual Whiteboards in the Classroom (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Reading Workshop: Teaching and Practicing Reading Comprehension Strategies (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Reading Comprehension Strategies: Improving Student Comprehension at all Stages of the Reading Process (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Act it Out!: True Story of the Three Little Pigs Builds Understanding of Point of View (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Interactive Whiteboard: A Forum for Student Learning (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Student Response System: An Interactive Tool for Assessment (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
A Continuum of Literacy Learning: Components of a Literacy Program (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Read, Write, Share: Planning for Book Talks Using the Promethean Board (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Inferring Matters: Consolidating an Understanding of Inferences (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
What Do You Conclude?: Inferring with Poetry (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Classroom Communication: A Reference Board for Ongoing Activities and Information (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Let's Vote!: Learning About Democracy Through the Selection of Classroom Jobs (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Daily Class Pledge: Building a Classroom Community (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Water Cooler Talk: Building Communication Skills and Community (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Read All About It!: Talking About Books (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Math Minds: Communicating About Math Through Problem-Solving Tasks (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Assistive Technology Resources: Using Computer Resources to Build Success and Confidence (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
A Continuum of Math: Components of a Math Program (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Looking into the Past: Integrating History and Literacy (Virtual Tour)
5th
- 6th
A Classroom Economy: Learning About Economics and Advertising (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Inspirational Stories: Using Barack Obama's Of Thee I Sing to Motivate Students to Read and Write (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Instilling Integrity: Raising Awareness About Character (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Teaching for Success: Sharing Professional Books (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
If the World Were A Village: Building Insights About the World's People (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Anchor Your Comprehension: Creating and Referring to Posters to Consolidate Reading Comprehension Strategies (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Exploring Writing: Developing and Consolidating an Understanding of Four Basic Forms of Writing (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Are You Convincing?: Writing Persuasive Reports (Virtual Tour)
5th
- 6th
Lucy Calkins Writing Workshop: A Series of Books for Teaching Writing in the Intermediate Grades (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Harvey & Goudvis Comprehension Toolkit: A Resource for Teaching Reading Comprehension Strategies (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Reading for Growth and Self-Reflection: A Unit of Study Based on the Novel Holes, by Louis Sachar (Virtual Tour)
5th
- 6th
Empower Reading Program: Building Strategies for Decoding (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 5th
Anchor Charts: Promoting Independence in Applying Reading Comprehension Strategies (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Daily 5 Choices: Fostering Independence in Reading and Writing (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 5th
Close Reading: Applying a 3-Step Reading Comprehension Strategy (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Technology in the Listening Center: Motivating Literacy with iPads and QR Code Books (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Literacy in Science: Expanding Vocabulary in the Content Areas (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Guided Reading: Differentiating Instruction with Skill- and Strategy-Focused Groupings (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Celebrating Personal Successes: Engaging Students in Self-Assessment (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
The Promise Tree: Establishing Expectations with Read-Alouds and Group Discussions (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Art from The Heart: Integrating Literacy Instruction in Community-Building Art Projects (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Character-Building Books: Creating a Thoughtful Classroom Community with Read Alouds (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
FACE of a Reader: Teaching Reading Strategies Based on The CAFE Menu (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Today's Learning Goals: Communicating Clear Expectations with Subject-Specific Targets (Virtual Tour)
3rd
Super Words: Expanding Vocabulary in Classroom Reading and Writing (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Cross-Curricular Word Wall: Expanding Vocabulary and Spelling in the Content Areas (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Popsicle Stick System: Supporting Classroom Organization and Time Management (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Interactive Bulletin Board: Facilitating Independent Access to Writing Strategies (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Creating a Classroom Library: Using the Hundreds Carpet to Organize Books (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Favorite Websites to Support Teaching: Using the Internet to Facilitate Communication (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Black History Month: Integrating Art, Mathematics and Literacy to Motivate Reading and Writing (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Literacy in Mathematics: Building Math Vocabulary and Word Problem Strategies (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Technology, Games and Manipulatives: Putting Instruction into Practice in Math Centers (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
What are We Doing in Class Today?: Motivating Beginning Readers with a Daily Schedule (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Student Book Talks: Building Literacy Motivation and Deeper Understanding through Discussion (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Revising and Editing in First Grade: Using Success Criteria to Focus the Writing Process (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Sharing Storybooks: Building Knowledge and Literacy Motivation through Daily Read Alouds (Virtual Tour)
PreK
- 6th
The Teacher's Library: Creating an Organized Collection of Professional and Read Aloud Books (Virtual Tour)
PreK
- 6th
Cross-Curricular Classroom Library: Making Different Genres Accessible to Interest and Inspire Readers (Virtual Tour)
PreK
- 6th
Student Work Holders: Creating Efficient Classrooms by Building Organizational Skills (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
The E in The CAFE: Expanding Vocabulary through Reading and Writing (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Real World Class Jobs: Sharing Responsibility in the Classroom (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Great Expectations!: Co-Constructing Classroom Rules to Build Community (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Bobbleheads in the Classroom: Building Community through Student Introductions (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Stay on Green!: A Point-Based Behavior Management System (Virtual Tour)
2nd
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Global Partners Junior DETAILS: Implementing a Cross-Curricular Program (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Global Partners Junior OVERVIEW: Implementing an Integrated Literacy Approach (Virtual Tour)
3rd
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Extra! Extra! Read All About It!: Building Community with a Classroom Newspaper (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Book Buddies that Work!: Implementing the Strategy WELL Benefits Everyone (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Lets Talk About Books: Motivating Students to Read a Variety of Texts (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
This Classroom Library is 'Bookworm Heaven'!: Supporting Research and Reading Enjoyment (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Volume Meter and Daily Schedule: Visual Tools to Establish Classroom Expectations (Virtual Tour)
PreK
- 6th
Bell Work! Not a Minute to Waste!: Getting Started Right Away with Engaging Activities (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Novel Study Using Teacher Read-Aloud: Building Literacy Skills in Engaging Integrated Unit (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
An Engaging Read-Aloud makes Science Fun!: Linking Literacy and Science with Stanley's Party (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Research on Sustainability in Schools: Integrating Literacy, Social Studies, Science, Math (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Minds-On Math: Three-Part Lesson for Teaching Measurement (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Real-World Math: Co-constructing a Math Problem-Solving Wall (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Language-Learning Wall: Creating a Visual Aid Supporting Growth in Reading and Writing Strategies (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
Figurative Language and Poetic Devices: Teaching Poetry thru an Engaging Multi-Step Unit (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Elements and Principles of Design: Using Language to Create Visual Art (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Must-Have Teaching Resources: Math, Special Education, Community Building (Virtual Tour)
PreK
- 6th
Read Alouds Across ALL Elementary Grades: Motivating Literacy in the Classroom (Virtual Tour)
PreK
- 6th
Classroom Document Camera: Supporting Instruction and Increasing Engagement (Virtual Tour)
PreK
- 6th
Numbered Jerseys and Popsicle Sticks: Managing the Classroom with Ease and Fairness (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Math Investigation Station: Integrating Math, Vocabulary and Media Literacy (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Choosing 'Just Right' Books: Selecting Books Based on Levels and Genres (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 6th
Make It Personal: Connecting Students to Texts (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Early Societies Inquiry: Creating a Timeline About Ancient Egypt (Virtual Tour)
4th
- 6th
Building Class Community: Ancient Egyptian Charm Bracelets (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 5th
Social Studies' Culminating Activity: Performance (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Social Studies' Culminating Activity: Museum Display (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
Favorite Professional Book: Using the Growth Mindset in Classrooms (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Taking Responsibility!: Classroom Jobs Can Be Rewarding (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Learning Goals: Maximizing Student Progress (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
What's Coming Up?: Displaying a Plan for the Day (Virtual Tour)
K
- 6th
Whiteboard Messages: A Versatile Way to Display Daily Tasks (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 6th
The Poetry Nook: Gathering Ideas for Writing (Virtual Tour)
2nd
- 5th
Cross-curricular Learning: The Terry Fox Challenge (Virtual Tour)
3rd
- 6th
The Writing Process: Step-by-Step Writing Procedures (Virtual Tour)
1st
- 5th
Math Wall: Building Understanding of Specialized Words (Virtual Tour)
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