6th Grade Reading and Literature Teaching Resource (page 1)

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Reading Comprehension

Nonfiction Literature

Language Arts and Writing

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Old South Meeting House

Photo of the Old South Meeting House in Boston; Phillis Wheatley was a member of the congregation.

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Reading and Literature

Social Studies and History

African-American History

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"The Little Match Seller"

This is the full text of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale, "The Little Match Seller." Enjoy this sad short story…

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Reading and Literature

Short Stories

Language Arts and Writing

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Eyewitness: Explorer

Take a look at the often hazardous and perilous world of exploration from the lives and navigation techniques of the…

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Reading and Literature

Informational Texts

Discovery and Exploration

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Reading Workshop

This strategy gives students the opportunity to choose the books they read and to discuss their reading individually and…

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Reading

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Summer Reading List for Teachers – Fiction

Whether you are looking to read for pleasure or professional development, the books on this list will provide you with a…

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Reading and Literature

Language Arts and Writing

Science

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Banning Harry Potter?

The Harry Potter series has been banned from some schools in the United States and the United Kingdom. Find out why some…

Subjects:

Banned Books and Censorship

Teaching Harry Potter

Literature

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You Are a Role Model: Teaching Advice

Learn how to be a good role model in this excerpt from Rafe Esquith's Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire.

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Literature

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Children Depend on Us, So Be Dependable: Teaching Advice

Rafe Esquith, gives advice on being dependable in your classroom, in this excerpt from Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire.…

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Literature

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The Ghost in the Tokaido Inn -- Chapters Three and Four

The excerpted chapters three and four of the The Ghost in the Tokaido Inn can be used to entice students into reading…

Subjects:

Literature

Historical Fiction

Ancient Civilizations

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Transcript of Authors Live with Jerry Spinelli

A complete transcript of the premier showing of Authors Live, with Newbery Award-winning author Jerry Spinelli. Mr.…

Subjects:

Jobs, Careers, and Occupations

Community and Ways of Life

Social Studies and History

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An Interview with Jeff Kinney

Jeff Kinney answers questions about his very funny online journal, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Greg Heffley's Journal.

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Authors

Artists

Literature

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O. Henry's "The Gift of the Magi"

Find the full text of the classic short story by O. Henry, "The Gift of the Magi." This is an excellent piece of…

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Reading and Literature

Literature

Short Stories

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Three Famous Americans in the Civil War

Students read several paragraphs about three Civil War heroes, and then answer questions.

Subjects:

Language Arts and Writing

U.S. Civil War (1860-1865)

American History/U.S. History

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The Best Christmas Pageant Ever -- Project Ideas

A list of project your students can complete when reading Barbara Robinson's novel The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.

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Reading and Literature

Fiction

Language Arts and Writing

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Fire in the Classroom: Teaching Advice

This excerpt from Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire will introduce you to Rafe Esquith and his advice on being a successful…

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Books

Literature

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Literature that Deals with Curiosity

A list of children's literature that deals with curiosity.

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Fiction

Emotional Appeal of Children's Literature

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St. Patty's Day Quiz: Answers

The answers to the St. Patty's Day Quiz.

Subjects:

Reading and Literature

Folk Tales

Ireland

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Ready, Set Grow!

Top 10 lists and step-by-step photographs show young gardeners how to grow plants from seed, how to propagate plants,…

Subjects

Reading and Literature

Nonfiction Literature

Plants and Botany

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Summer Reading List for Teachers – Nonfiction

Looking for a good book to read over the summer? This reading list includes descriptions and recommendations for…

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Reading and Literature

Nonfiction Literature

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Harry Potter Timeline

The life of J.K. Rowling and her famous creation, Harry Potter, are presented in this timeline.

Subjects:

Teaching Harry Potter

Books

Literature

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Quotes from the Cast of the Harry Potter Movies

Read these fun quotes from the cast of the Harry Potter movies -- they compare themselves to their characters.

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Teaching Harry Potter

Books

Literature

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Gimme Some Truth: Teaching Advice

This excerpt from Rafe Esquith's Teach Like Your Hair's on Fire will instruct you on how to create a save haven for your…

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Inside the Newbery Award Committee

Find out what it is like to be a judge for the Newbery Awards for outstanding children's literature.

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Award and Prize Winners

Literature

Reading and Literature

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