This Finding Feelings Worksheet has second graders read a short story, find the feeling words, and match story moments to emotions. Answer key included — a no-prep way to build reading comprehension and empathy.

Using the Group Research Worksheet, students read with a partner to explore several books by your favorite author and write what you thinkabout each book.

Using this Describing Who Has Seen the Wind Worksheet, students read Sarah Plain and Tall and write response based on what they read.

Using the Small Group Discussions Checklist Worksheet, students participate in a group discussion using these small group discussion rules.

Using In My Own Words Worksheet, students read quotes from familiar books andwrite, in your own words, what you think the words mean.

Using Finding Feelings within a Text Worksheet, students read a story that and record examples of character feelings or make you feel a certain way when you read them.

Using the Asking Questions Activity, students actively engage in group reading activities to discuss purpose and understanding after shared reading.

Using Opinions and Reasons Worksheet, students read various folktales and write your opinion and use text evidence to support your reasons.

Using My Opinion The Big Orange Splot Worksheet, students read The Big Orange Splot and write your opinion and use text evidence to support your reasons.

Using the Talking to Peers Assessment Worksheet, students respond to questions and suggestions from peers and add details to writing as needed.

Using the Group Reading Worksheet, students use this form when you meet with a group and read fiction or non-fiction text.

Using the Small Group Checklist Worksheet, students participate in a group discussion using these small group discussion rules.

Using the Small Group Discussions Worksheet, students participate in a group discussion using these small group discussion rules.

Using the Group Reading Non-Fiction Worksheet, students use this form when you meet with a group and read non-fiction text.

Using the After Reading Discussion Cards, students actively engage in group reading activities to discuss purpose and understanding after shared reading.

Using this There Was An Old Lady Animal Names Activity, students practice reading animal words to build reading fluency and recognition.