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Captions and Images Worksheet
Captions and Images Worksheet

Captions and Images Worksheet

Pictures and captions can aid understanding. That's why many children's books have them. Have your kids look at the pictures in the worksheet, then help them match the right caption to each image. This will help them understand the story.
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King Midas Worksheet
King Midas Worksheet

King Midas Worksheet

Read the ancient Greek history of King Midas to your kids. If they're into Greek gods and mythology, they'll be excited to complete the exercise. Read the text carefully, and if needed, twice. Help your kids locate the story's theme at the bottom of the page. 80 words.
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The Boy Who Cried Wolf Part 2 Worksheet
The Boy Who Cried Wolf Part 2 Worksheet

The Boy Who Cried Wolf Part 2 Worksheet

Kids love story time - no doubt they know their favorites! This worksheet tells a story with a theme or main idea. Read it carefully with your kids and ensure they understand every word. Then, help them answer the simple questions at the bottom of the page.
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The Boy Who Cried Wolf Part 1 Worksheet
The Boy Who Cried Wolf Part 1 Worksheet

The Boy Who Cried Wolf Part 1 Worksheet

Storytime can be your kid's favorite part of the day. Ask them what their favorite stories are, then read the text in the printout. Read along with them, making sure they understand each word. At the end, go over the questions and have them check the correct answers.
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Point of View Worksheet
Point of View Worksheet

Point of View Worksheet

Readers need to identify the storyteller to properly understand and relate to the story. Help your kids identify the point of view by noticing the pronouns used. Read the story in this worksheet with them and guide them to determine the story's point of view.
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First and Third Person Point of View Worksheet
First and Third Person Point of View Worksheet

First and Third Person Point of View Worksheet

Remind kids what a point of view is in a story. First person is from the character's perspective; third person is from the narrator's. Ask students to check if sentences in the exercise are in first or third person point of view.
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Finding Character Traits Worksheet
Finding Character Traits Worksheet

Finding Character Traits Worksheet

Before you start, make sure your kids know the difference between a character trait and a feeling. Traits are part of a character's entire personality and can be inferred from what they say and do in a story. Read the character descriptions on the worksheet and help your kids circle the best trait for each.
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Setting of a Story Worksheet
Setting of a Story Worksheet

Setting of a Story Worksheet

You need characters, theme, POV, plot and setting to tell a good story. Ask your kids to explain them and use this worksheet with a story to teach them about setting. Read the story with your kids, then have them circle the picture that best shows the setting.
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Special Day Worksheet
Special Day Worksheet

Special Day Worksheet

What's your child's favorite day? Let them tell you what makes it special and what they enjoy most. With the worksheet, show them the picture and ask them to identify the day. Read the story aloud, and help them answer the questions and check the right responses.
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Identify the Text Features Worksheet
Identify the Text Features Worksheet

Identify the Text Features Worksheet

Reading different texts can offer students almost limitless knowledge on any subject. Help them to understand text features by reading an article and then asking them to identify the correct name for each one.
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Marvelous Monarchs Worksheet
Marvelous Monarchs Worksheet

Marvelous Monarchs Worksheet

Help your kids have fun while reading - start with small words and short sentences. This worksheet can test your kids' reading and comprehension skills. Ask them to read the text about Monarch butterflies and help them locate the main idea.
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Spinosaurus Assessment Worksheet
Spinosaurus Assessment Worksheet

Spinosaurus Assessment Worksheet

Take your child on a journey to discover the Spinosaurus! This worksheet combines an engaging nonfiction passage about this incredible dinosaur with comprehension questions. Invite kids to read the text before deciding if the statements are true or false. Then, have them circle the right answers to complete the activity.
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More About Dinosaurs Worksheet
More About Dinosaurs Worksheet

More About Dinosaurs Worksheet

Let your little archaeologist have a blast with this Kids Academy worksheet! They’ll explore the past and learn more about the triceratops while practicing their informational text skills. Be sure to highlight the textbox and show them how the frill is explained. Finish the worksheet by answering the question!
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Am I a Mammal or Bird? Worksheet
Am I a Mammal or Bird? Worksheet

Am I a Mammal or Bird? Worksheet

We categorize animals into groups such as mammals, birds, reptiles, etc. This worksheet helps kids understand the difference between birds and mammals. Read through the clues and think about each one. Then decide if it describes a bird or mammal, check the box and complete!
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Sequence Word Eagle Worksheet
Sequence Word Eagle Worksheet

Sequence Word Eagle Worksheet

Help your child brush up on reading and writing with this fun worksheet. Read the story of the golden eagle's day, then have the child circle the numbers in the right order. Point out the sequence words that tell the order of events. This helps learners understand how to make their writing clear and understandable to others.
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Golden Eagle Words Worksheet
Golden Eagle Words Worksheet

Golden Eagle Words Worksheet

Learning about animals is fun and this worksheet makes it more exciting! An adorable image of a golden eagle's wings is at the top, followed by new vocabulary words. Help your child match them by circling the correct answer. It's a great way to learn about the regal bird and its baby!
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Golden Eagles Worksheet
Golden Eagles Worksheet

Golden Eagles Worksheet

Check your child's reading comprehension with this fascinating worksheet! Read the passage at the top of the page and discuss what was learned about golden eagles. Then, read the statements at the bottom and ask if they are true or false. Guide your child to circle the correct answer then read the text to back up the answer.
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Services Worksheet
Services Worksheet

Services Worksheet

Help your child learn the difference between services and goods with this Kids Academy worksheet. Guide your child to read each sentence and select the correct worker who does the job for the service. With this worksheet, your child can learn about common services in the community.
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Dogs, Dogs Worksheet
Dogs, Dogs Worksheet

Dogs, Dogs Worksheet

Help your child understand main ideas with this fun doggy worksheet from Kids Academy! Have them read the passage and then discuss the main idea. After that, have them read the answer choices and pick the right one. This will help your kiddo hone their critical reading comprehension skills!
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Adjectives in Sentences Worksheet
Adjectives in Sentences Worksheet

Adjectives in Sentences Worksheet

Our learners can find it hard to use writing to add detail, but adjectives can help. With this fun worksheet, kids can identify adjectives that describe food and drink. Guide them through each sentence, discussing the words and having them choose the one that gives information about the food/drink.
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Starfish: True or False Worksheet
Starfish: True or False Worksheet

Starfish: True or False Worksheet

This worksheet helps kids learn more about starfish. Ask them what they know and read the text; it explains the creature's arms, color, and sight. At the end, read the questions and help them check true or false for each sentence.
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Visit an Aquarium Worksheet
Visit an Aquarium Worksheet

Visit an Aquarium Worksheet

Have your kids ever been to an aquarium? It's a great place to see a variety of sea creatures, like turtles, dolphins, sharks and fish. If they're fascinated by sea life, this worksheet is perfect! Help them circle the aquarium animals among the words in the picture.
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Assessment: First Thanksgiving Worksheet
Assessment: First Thanksgiving Worksheet

Assessment: First Thanksgiving Worksheet

When the Pilgrims arrived in America in 1620, they met the Native Americans and formed a pact to live in harmony. The Native Americans taught the Pilgrims how to survive in the new land, which helped them celebrate the First Thanksgiving. Read this text to your children and help them answer the questions below.
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The Native Americans Worksheet
The Native Americans Worksheet

The Native Americans Worksheet

Ask your students who the Native Americans are and give them a history lesson if needed. Read the text about the Native Americans and circle the past tense verbs. The text describes events that occurred when the first Pilgrims arrived in America.
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