Just the Facts: Non-Fiction Reading Grade 4 Digital Google Slides Activities

Just the Facts: Non-Fiction Reading Grade 4 Digital Google Slides Activities

Most of the reading that we do in real life is non fiction although most classroom programs focus mainly on reading fiction materials. Correct this imbalance and incorporate the 7 non fiction stories found in this resource to develop and strengthen inquiry and research skills. The ability to read and understand non fiction is a vital skill for young children as they progress toward inquiry skills and research. The three levels of reading material allow students who are below, at, or above grade level to participate in the activities.
Interesting Story Topics, keep them all motivated:
Feeding Our Feathered Friends
Hiccups
Magical Mushrooms
Golden Goodness (butter)
Nature Crafts (crafts from acorns, leaves, etc)
Furry, Fast, and Funny (Ferrets)
Creatures of the Night (wolf, owl, raccoon, fox)
Each story contains the following reading format:
Before I Read: reasoning and critical thinking skills; vocabulary development skills to be used prior to reading the passage; relation of prior knowledge.
While I Read: comprehension, analysis and application skills, critical thinking.
After I Read: comprehension, summary, synthesis & evaluation skills, creativity & design
The links in the PDF direct you to the google slides. There are two links, one for editable slides and one for digital ready slides. This gives you the flexibility to edit the student worksheets to meet their needs! The PDF includes the worksheets giving you the option for in class instruction or distance learning.