CCSS Standard R.1 Worksheets (Literature & Informational Texts for ELA and Literacy)

Below you’ll find materials aligned to Common Core State Standards (CCSS). This page houses print-ready PDFs and digital PDF worksheets, packets, and lessons aligned to the CCSS standards for English Language Arts. Reading: Literature or Informational Texts, Standard 1 (R1) is “Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and make logical inferences. Cite text evidence to support conclusions drawn from the text.” This standard applies to grades K-12.

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First Grade Kindness Fill in the Blank PDF Printable

1st Grade Kindness Activities

These 1st grade kindness worksheets help students practice literacy skills while learning about kindness and empathy. Activities focus on alphabetical order, sentence structure, writing, and critical thinking, encouraging students to recognize kind actions and reflect on their own choices. Students will complete tasks like sorting kindness words, writing responses to…

First Grade Earth Science Reading - The Moon at Night

First Grade Earth and Space Reading Activities

These 1st grade Earth and Space worksheets introduce students to key concepts about the sun, moon, and Earth through simple reading passages and comprehension activities. Students will develop reading skills, vocabulary, and critical thinking while learning how the sun provides warmth, how the moon moves around Earth, and why Earth…

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Activities

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Activities

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month! Established in 1991, this celebratory event has brought both honor and recognition to the communities who belong to this group, which includes more than 75 countries in Asia, Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. In addition, we can’t forget Hawaii, a tropical…

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Cuisine Activity

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Cuisine Activity

Asian American and Pacific Islander communities have a wealth of different foods that they enjoy in everyday life and during unique occasions. Specific countries also have specialty cuisine. For example, Japan enjoys sushi while in Korea, families love kimchi. As your students complete this Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage…

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Famous Figures Activity

Asian American and Pacific Islander Famous Figures Activity

The Asian American and Pacific Islander community has many famous figures. Read about entertainer, Dwayne Johnson (“The Rock”), inventor, Steven Chen, and scientist, Kalpana Chawla. Learn about their proud connections to heritage and how their lives took shape to lead them to their passions. Readers will enjoy a one-page reading…

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Celebrations Activity

Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Celebrations Activity

All over the globe, people have unique celebrations. Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is a wonderful time to integrate lesson plans, discussions, field trips, and classroom fun that honors this community. Allow students to explore a world of color and joyful celebration through this one-page reading about Holi…

Inferencing Skills Anchor Chart

Inference Anchor Chart

Inferencing skills depend on the learner’s use of text clues and information in combination with what they already know. For many students, building prior knowledge and close reading are important aspects of developing sound inferencing skills. Students have to build confidence in both skills in order to determine educated assertions…

Women's Rights Movement Reading Activity

Women’s History – Women’s Rights Movement Reading Activity

The month of March is Women’s History Month! During this month, people all over celebrate women and their achievements. Many of these achievements can be credited to the Women’s Rights Movement, which happened in the 1960s and 1970s. In these activities, students will read Passage A and B. The first…

Women's History Suffrage Reading Activity Image

Women’s History – Suffrage Reading Activity

March is Women’s History Month! During this month, people all over celebrate women and their achievements. It’s also a great time to learn about important events that have helped women move forward in society. The Women’s Suffrage Movement happened during the 1850s. Suffrage is the right to vote in elections.…

Women's History Month Educators Reading Activity

Women’s History – Educators Reading Activity

In this reading comprehension activity, students read two passages and answer related questions. The first passage is a speech by Maria Montessori. The second passage is part of a speech from Rita Pierson, who was a teacher for 40 years.