If you’ve got young ELL or ESL students who need to work on their reading comprehension, then this resource is just what you’ve been looking for!
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- a 4-page reading passage
- 2 pages of reading questions
- 1 creative writing page
- resources notes for the teacher
- answer keys
- access to the Google Slides version
- gray-scaled, printer-friendly pages INCLUDED!
- cover pages for all three versions!
This decodable readers passage, themed around construction sites, centers on a crane, showcasing the ‘-ale’ word family throughout. The narrative unfolds across a four-page reading passage, complemented by diverse reading comprehension activities that are perfect for ESL newcomers and early readers. These activities aim to reinforce the recognition of ‘ale’ words while deepening comprehension of the story.
Unlock the full potential of this Decodable Readers resource, delivering an unforgettable educational experience for your 1st or 2nd grade students:
- Immerse them in a fun 4-page reading passage set high in the skies of a bustling construction site.
- Scaffolded reading comprehension questions enhance understanding, providing a supportive learning experience.
- Foster synthesis and fun with creative writing and simple sentence reading follow-up activities.
- An audio file is included, allowing your students to listen to the story while reading along.
This reading comprehension resource is very flexible! Integrate it into your grade 1 or 2 classes, feature it in learning centers, assign it as homework, or use it for phonics interventions. The accompanying Creative Writing section facilitates story synthesis and simple sentence writing. There is a prompt that guides students to respond by both drawing and crafting sentences.
Great for classroom decoration! For a delightful touch, showcase the resulting creative work around your classroom as decorations. This not only adds vibrancy but also encourages students to engage in discussions about their classmates’ sentences and artwork, fostering a collaborative and interactive learning environment.
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WHAT TEACHERS on TpT ARE SAYING
⭐⭐⭐⭐ Elaine said, “My students loved using this decodables for small groups. They are interested and engaged.”
This package includes a Zipped PDF file that can be opened using your preferred PDF reader. It comes with three files types, which makes giving it to students easier:
- high-resolution pages
- gray-scaled pages
- resource notes
You’ll also get audio file access to this reading passage. The link (MP3) is available in the resource notes section as well as embedded in the Google Slides version.
This resource uses words from the ‘ale’ word family. For additional construction site content using ‘ale’ words, please see my ESL Phonics Intervention Activities & Worksheets for ALE Words.
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Terms of Use:
This resource was created by Landon S. Seigler of ESL Lifeline, all rights are reserved. The original purchaser is permitted to use it for a single class only. Teachers have the authorization to share this product with their students (and parents) through email, Google Classroom, or the Internet, as long as the site is password protected. Distribution to your own students is allowed, but uploading it to the Internet for public access and download is not permitted.
**If you wish to use this resource for multiple classrooms or share it with fellow educators, please purchase additional licenses.Your adherence to these usage terms is greatly appreciated.
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