CCSS Standard R.2 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 2 (R2) is “Determine central ideas or themes of a text, analyze their development, and summarize the key supporting details and ideas.” This standard applies to grades K-12.
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Let’s learn about repetition with examples and printable activities! What is repetition? Repetition is an important part of poetry. When lines and words are repeated, it can tell us a great deal about a poet’s intended effect or message. In speeches, stories, music lyrics and poems, repeated lines can emphasize…
An internal rhyme is when two words within the same line rhyme because of the sound each word makes. Internal rhymes will repeat a sound between and within a verse. Internal rhymes can include words placed at the end of a verse. An internal rhyme will create more connection through…
What is an end rhyme? End rhyme is when two words at the end of separate verses rhyme. In particular, the final syllable of each of those two words is what makes those verses rhyme. Some people also refer to end rhymes as “tail rhymes.” It’s important to note that…
As a major skill related to successful reading comprehension, it’s important to give students multiple opportunities to identify the main idea of a passage. This Main Idea Skills Extension Activity resource challenges students to extract core concepts from diverse texts. Designed for differentiation, the exercises accommodate varied learning interests, making…
We’re in total adoration of the women featured in our Black History Month: Women Extension Activity Packet. Take a tour through the lives of four amazing women who are breaking barriers and making change in a variety of industries. From an ambitious filmmaker and producer to an awesome athlete, each…
We’ve got chemistry with these scientists! Prepare students for a journey through time! As students learn all about scientists from the 20th and 21st century, they’ll build their vocabulary skills through a series of challenging and engaging readings. Students will learn about perseverance, empathy, and the resilience of Black Americans…
Who’s in the news? None other than these modern influencers! Black History Month is a time to celebrate the vibrant history of Black Americans and to honor the achievements continued by current generations. In our Black History Month: Modern Influencers Extension Activity Packet, choose from worksheets that help students explore…
Boo! Dive into the spirit of the season with our Spooky Season task cards! These engaging prompts foster creativity and critical thinking as students explore themes of Halloween, folklore, and creepy tales. With options to draw, write, or even enact spooky scenes, these cards captivate students’ imaginations while honing their…
Happy New Year! Start the year off right with task cards that inspire goal-setting, reflection, and cultural exploration. Encourage students to explore global traditions, set intentions, and plan for personal growth in the year ahead. Have students share with each other so that all students can learn from one another.…
We feel lucky to have this one! Celebrate Irish-American culture and history with engaging task cards. Explore traditions, influential figures, and contributions, fostering appreciation for diversity and promoting cross-cultural understanding. Want to engage your class in a whole-group discussion or allow them to select from different learning activities? Use the…