3rd Grade English Language Arts Resources
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Morning Adapted Work Binder® (for Special Needs) | Adapted Morning Work
NUMBER 1 BEST SELLER ON TPT * Functional, differentiated skill work that is the perfect addition to your morning routine and calendar time. This adapted binder will help your students start their day off right, and once mastered, can be a set of skills they complete successfully and independently. Please watch the video preview for a look at some of the workpages included in this resource. Watch a video preview here.See it in action here and here. What is included?• 8 editable covers (add stude
PreK - 4th
English Language Arts, Math
Also included in: BUNDLE Morning Adapted Work Binder® ( English and Spanish )
Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions Main Idea 1st Day Week of School ELA
Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 🌸 23 Weeks of No-Prep Main Idea and Details Activities: Summer, First Day of School, Ocean Starfish, and more! Are your students struggling with reading comprehension and finding the main idea? These reading passages come with graphic organizers as both PRINTABLE PDF and DIGITAL PowerPoint activities! (For Google Classroom users, it's a seamless integration.) Answer keys are provided for quick and accurate grading. Sale for a limited time—don't
2nd - 5th
Informational Text, Reading, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RI.2.2
, RI.3.2
, RI.4.2
+3
Paragraph of the Week | Writing Prompts for Paragraph Writing Practice & Editing
Paragraph writing doesn't have to be difficult! Paragraph of the Week, a weekly paragraph-writing practice system, will provide your students with TONS of high-interest writing prompts so they can learn to write well-organized paragraphs in a fun and enjoyable way. Get Paragraph of the Week writing activities and Writing Prompts for the Entire Year!DIGITAL Version also included! Students can type directly on the pages. Created with Google Slides. Perfect for Google Classroom or any online learni
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Expository
Also included in: Reading and Writing Resource BUNDLE
STEM Bins® STEAM Bins® STEM Activities - Morning Work Tubs Early Finishers Boxes
The original STEM Bins® and STEAM Bins® for K-5th Elementary students are ideal hands-on engineering and STEM activities for:Early Finishers / Fast FinishersMorning Work / Morning Tubs / Soft StartsBrain BreaksEnrichment / Gifted and Talented ActivitiesMakerspacesTeam Building ActivitiesCentersWriting ExtensionsFine Motor PracticeIncentives or Fun FridaysCalm Down CornerLibrary Media Centers***TOP 20 ALL TIME BEST-SELLING RESOURCE ON TPT WITH OVER 30,000 5 STAR REVIEWS!***INCLUDES A FULL STEAM V
PreK - 6th
Engineering, Math, Writing
How to Write a Paragraph: 3rd 4th 5th Grade Digital Writing Curriculum Prompts
Build STRONG writers with this Complete Paragraph Program! Explicit writing instruction, scaffolded practice, and clear models help students master paragraph writing. Made for grades 3-5 and students who need structure, NOT writing prompts. This Complete Paragraph Program with step-by-step resources designed to build lifelong foundational skills, while making teachers’ lives easier. ⭐ What You'll Get:This 6-unit, ready-to-use program gives you everything you need to explicitly teach paragr
3rd - 8th
English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.3.2
, W.4.2
, W.5.2
+16
Paragraph Writing Practice - Constructed Response RACES Writing Strategy Bundle
Looking for ready-to-teach reading comprehension lessons that help students explain their thinking with confidence? Write to Understand™ is a complete reading comprehension and evidence-based writing program that helps students move beyond simply finding the answer. Through engaging reading passages and structured writing instruction, students learn how to think critically, support their ideas with text evidence, and communicate their understanding through writing.This bundle includes 30 complet
2nd - 5th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Writing
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RI.2.1
, W.2.1
+24
Back to School Activities All About Me Getting to Know You 2nd 3rd grade 4th 5th
Prepping back to school activities and getting to know your 2nd grade, 3rd grade or 4th grade students the first week of school doesn’t get easier than this packet. This All About Me and Icebreaker worksheet collection is the perfect way to start building a community on the very first day of school!>>💡 📸 PLEASE SEE THE PREVIEW FILE FOR MORE DETAILS & PHOTOS 📸 💡 <<This popular resource (with OVER 3200 POSITIVE REVIEWS) includes:Self-Portrait ActivityBiography Poem ActivitiesAll Ab
2nd - 5th
Coloring Pages, Creative Writing, Writing
Figurative Language Stories ~ Close Reading for Common Core Grades 4-8
6 original reading passages for teaching and reviewing figurative language: simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification, alliteration, onomatopoeia, idiom, and allusion. These activities are perfect for weekly homework, daily/bell work, classwork, review, test prep, or assessment. Each of the 6 passages includes 4 activities. Please view the preview file for the first passage and tasks in their entirety. Task A: Identify Figurative Language - Read the story and annotate (highlight or underline
3rd - 9th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
CCSS
RL.4.4
, RL.5.4
, RL.6.4
+2
Also included in: Close Reading Bundle for Grades 4-8: Bundle Palooza @ Lovin' Lit!
Prefixes and Suffixes Worksheets Greek and Latin Roots Prefix & Root Words
Prefixes, Suffixes, and Roots are essential for vocabulary growth, and these worksheets are perfect to have students practice prefix, suffix, and root problems. WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:40 Worksheets60 Greek & Latin Root Word FlashcardsPLUS Extra ActivitiesAnswer KeysDIGITAL:120 Google Slides"Worksheet Style" Google SlidesSelf-Grading Prefix & Suffix Quick Quizzes (Google Forms)Easel ActivityGreek & Latin Root Word Presentations (PowerPoint & Google Slides)DIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or Pri
3rd - 6th
ELA Test Prep, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.3.4b
, L.4.4b
, L.5.4b
+1
Sound Wall
Research has confirmed how important it is for students to learn phonics skills. At the top of the list is the connection between a phoneme and grapheme. This classroom resource is worth the wall space as it can be used to teach and also reference the various spelling patterns of the sounds we use! There are enough options here that this resource can seamlessly pair with any program or sequence needs. Options span from basic kindergarten phonics skills to advanced skills found in third grad
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RF.K.3
, RF.1.3
, RF.2.3
+1
End of the Year Memory Book 2nd 3rd 4th 5th Grade Last Week of School Activities
Are you looking for the perfect end of year keepsake for your students? This fun end of year memory book is full of journal-style pages that are meaningful and engaging for any grade level! Give your students the opportunity to remember their school year forever. Guaranteed to keep students engaged! Included in this download:18 Page Memory Book Google Digital Version UK, Canadian, and Australian Versions ⭐This resource comes in both a print and Google Slides digital version. You can choose to u
2nd - 6th
Creative Writing, For All Subjects
Animal Report Research Project Template Informational Writing
These Animal Research Pennant Banners include 100+ engaging pennants that make animal research structured, manageable, and fun for students. Designed with upper elementary classrooms in mind, this project is an easy way to combine science content and ELA skills without adding extra prep. Each pennant guides students as they record key information about an animal, including physical traits, habitat, diet, adaptations, predators, and fun facts. The clear layout helps students stay organized whi
2nd - 5th
Science, Writing
Main Idea and Supporting Details Reading Passages Graphic Organizers Worksheets
Teach your students to identify the main idea, central idea, and supporting details with this set of nonfiction reading passages. This resource includes PRINT and DIGITAL worksheets with graphic organizers to help students break down texts and master these essential skills step by step. Designed for grades 3-5, the resource features 20 high-interest nonfiction reading passages that can be used anytime during the year! Your students will build confidence by analyzing central ideas, locating su
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RI.3.2
, RI.4.2
, RI.5.2
Mystery Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions 3rd 4th Grade Mysteries
Unlock the Power of Critical Thinking with This Mystery Reading Passages & Questions Set! Help your students dive into the thrilling world of mystery stories with this engaging resource. This set includes original mystery-themed reading passages, designed to sharpen students' comprehension skills while fueling their curiosity and imagination. This engaging resource created especially for upper elementary readers Each story encourages students to make inferences, draw conclusions, and analyze ch
3rd - 5th
ELA Test Prep, Reading, Reading Strategies
Paragraph Writing Prompts Process Posters Narrative Persuasive Opinion Checklist
Perfect for Paragraph of the Week! Paragraph writing just got easier! Whether you need print or digital, these ready-to-use pages (and slides) are an effective way to help your students learn all about writing a paragraph. WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:60 different writing prompts (20 opinion, 20 informative, & 20 narrative)Brainstorming PagesOrganizing and Planning PagesFirst Draft PagesRevision & Editing PagesFinal Draft PagesPublishing PagesDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTI
3rd - 5th
Writing, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.3.1
, W.3.2
, W.3.3
+54
Handwriting Practice Sheets with Jokes and Facts - Morning Work - Manuscript
Handwriting practice sheets give your students the handwriting practice they need with letters, numbers, and sentence writing in an engaging way. They will build handwriting stamina, review letter & number formation, and practice high frequency words while learning new jokes and fun facts on these handwriting practice sheets! This is a perfect activity for morning work! ⭐️DOWNLOAD THE PREVIEW FILE TO SEE THIS HANDWRITING PRACTICE RESOURCE IN DETAIL⭐️>>>We also have this resource availab
1st - 3rd
English Language Arts, Handwriting, Writing
Back to School Craft ALL ABOUT ME worksheets ME ON THE MAP ACTIVITY MAP SKILLS
This is an All About Me Back to School Craft Activity with an educational purpose. Me on the Map introduces or reviews map skills in a way 2nd grade, 3rd grade, 4th grade or 5th grade students can easily understand and includes a collection of writing and illustration options for you to select from.>>💡 📸 PLEASE SEE THE PREVIEW FILE FOR MORE DETAILS & PHOTOS 📸 💡 <<This resource has 9000+ POSITIVE REVIEWS and is the original & most highly-rated Me on the Map Project Activity Bundle
1st - 5th
Coloring Pages, Geography, Writing
Cursive Handwriting Workbook | Printable Practice Pages for Grades 2–5
Cursive writing is an important part of a student's writing journey! These cursive handwriting practice activities and cursive workbook will not only have your students improving their handwriting skills, they’ll also be learning creative expression and having tons of fun. ✏️If you're looking for cursive practice pages or a cursive workbook, look no further. This pack has over 120 pages full of fun and engaging activities to help your students print cursive beautifully! It's been used by ove
2nd - 5th
Handwriting, Writing
Self Portrait Directed Drawing Art Project Craft Activity Back to School Year
Looking for an AMAZING art project that's awesome for the beginning or end of the school year, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day, or just for fun anytime!? These self-portraits are an "instant classic" and "all-time favorite" that 15,000+ teachers have LOVED using in their classrooms year-after-year ...and now you can, too! ****************************************** ALL THE INTERESTING DETAILS:This is NOT your "typical" directed drawing project... it's SO MUCH MORE. Your purchase includes 2 files
PreK - 6th
Art, Writing
CCSS
SL.K.5
Also included in: The Ultimate Back to School Bundle... The Get Set for Kindergarten Kit!
First Day of School Task Cards | Back To School Activity | Getting to Know You
Get to know your students and build classroom community during the first few days and weeks of school with these 82 unique "getting to know you prompts" and activities! With digital and printable "getting to know you" options, your students will be engaged in meaningful conversations to get to know one another. I always use these task cards during the first week of school, and we love them! **NOW INCLUDES MULTIPLE OPTIONS for use! COMPLETE Update in 2025!** These are the ORIGINAL Getting To Know
2nd - 7th
Creative Writing, Reading, School Counseling
Bright Vintage Classroom Decor Bundle | Bright Classroom Theme | Composition
This is the classroom decor collection that you have been waiting on! Inspired by the classics, Vintage Vibes has all the pops of primary colors while toning it down with playful black and white modern prints. Fill your classroom walls with timeless decor while making your students feel right at home. These traditional elements are accompanied by primary pops of color and paired with a vintage/modern twist. The best part of using classroom classics is that this decor packet will stand the test o
PreK - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Math, Reading
Modern Boho Rainbow Calm Classroom Decor Bundle | Neutral Theme Editable!
Your classroom is going to look beautifully on trend this back to school season with this Editable Modern Boho Rainbow Theme Classroom Decor Bundle! Suitable for all year levels, these stunning Neutral Rainbow themed educational printables have been created using a stylish & warm, neutral boho color palette to create a sense of calm and add an earthy feel to your classroom.This MEGA classroom decor bundle includes EVERYTHING you need to set up an amazing educational space for you and your studen
PreK - 8th, Adult Education
English Language Arts, Math
RACES Writing Strategy Posters | EDITABLE | Citing Text Evidence | Text-Based
Your students have a basic understanding of what text evidence is, but are struggling to incorporate it in their writing. The RACES strategy is designed to guide students through the process of answering a constructive response prompt. (or text-based prompts) This resource is equipped with Text Evidence Discussion Bubbles which are perfect for small groups, whole-group discussions, teacher-led centers, or even online learning! These sentence starters encourage students to speak about the text. T
1st - 6th
Informational Text, Reading Strategies, Writing
CCSS
W.3.1
, W.3.2
, W.4.1
+19
All About Me Crocs! Fun Back to School Activity - Beginning Of the Year Activity
Get ready for students to show off their personalities with this engaging All About Me Crocs Craft and Writing Activity! This high-interest back-to-school resource is the perfect way to build classroom community, encourage creativity, and help students get to know one another during the first days of school.Students design their very own Croc shoe using fun, personalized charms that represent their interests, hobbies, favorites, goals, and more. After decorating, students complete one of the inc
K - 12th
Art, Writing
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About 3rd Grade English Language Arts Resources
On TPT (Teachers Pay Teachers), 3rd Grade English Language Arts Resources support the shift from learning to read to reading to learn. Third-grade ELA often centers on comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and writing with enough structure to help students build confidence. Teachers turn to these resources for lessons that feel manageable and closely tied to classroom goals. The result is practice that feels purposeful without adding extra planning stress.
Teachers can find reading comprehension passages, grammar review pages, vocabulary matching activities, writing prompts, and no-prep review packets. Task cards, morning work, centers, and printable worksheets are especially helpful because they keep skills focused and easy to reuse. Many resources also include answer keys, response sheets, and quick checks for understanding, which makes grading and feedback faster. When a class needs targeted practice, these formats make it simple to match the right skill to the right moment.
In the classroom, a teacher might use a short passage and question set during guided reading, then follow it with a grammar or vocabulary activity for independent work. A review packet can also be sent home, used in sub plans, or pulled out for busy weeks when planning time is limited. Because these resources are ready to print, they help teachers stay organized and keep students working with familiar routines. That makes it easier to focus on instruction, discussion, and support where students need it most.
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