Welcome to the M Teaching Peaks store! With over 20 years of classroom experience across multiple states and countries, we offer a diverse range of products designed to boost student engagement, consolidate taught concepts, and promote classroom discussion. Enjoy exploring our store!
Welcome to the M Teaching Peaks store! With over 20 years of classroom experience across multiple states and countries, we offer a diverse range of products designed to boost student engagement, consolidate taught concepts, and promote classroom discussion. Enjoy exploring our store!
Explore the fascinating world of birds with our engaging and informative 3-stage reading comprehension activity designed to captivate and educate students!
This resource is sure to spark the curiosity of your students and help them develop a deeper understanding of the animal kingdom.
In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text.
In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center.
In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text
10 essential vocabulary words with definitions
6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills.
To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit.
All the very best!
Explore the fascinating world of mammals with our engaging and informative 3-stage reading comprehension activity designed to captivate and educate students!
This resource is sure to spark the curiosity of your students and help them develop a deeper understanding of the animal kingdom.
In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text.
In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center.
In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text
10 essential vocabulary words with definitions
6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills.
To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit.
All the very best!
Explore the fascinating world of Vertebrates vs. Invertebrates with our engaging and informative 3-stage reading comprehension activity designed to captivate and educate students!
This resource is sure to spark the curiosity of your students and help them develop a deeper understanding of the animal kingdom.
In Stage 1, students prepare for the informational text by matching ten key vocabulary words with their definitions, setting the stage for a deeper understanding of the text.
In Stage 2, students dive into the informational text, reading it independently or with a partner, small group, or center.
In Stage 3, students are tested with six multiple-choice questions that assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text
10 essential vocabulary words with definitions
6 multiple-choice comprehension questions complete with answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
This resource is perfect for teachers looking for an engaging and effective teaching tool, or for individual learners looking to develop their comprehension skills.
To ensure that this resource can be used time and time again, we recommend that the text, assorted vocabulary matches, and comprehension question and answer sheets be laminated for durability. This will help to preserve the quality of the resources, making them a valuable long-term addition to your teaching toolkit.
All the very best!
Body Systems: Skeletal System is an introductory (or refresher) 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 8 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the skeletal system
10 vocabulary words and definitions
8 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Body Systems: Respiratory System is an introductory (or refresher) 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 8 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the respiratory system
10 vocabulary words and definitions
8 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Body Systems: Nervous System is an introductory (or refresher) 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 8 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the nervous system
10 vocabulary words and definitions
8 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Body Systems: Muscular System is an introductory (or refresher) 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 8 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the muscular system
10 vocabulary words and definitions
8 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Body Systems: Immune System is an introductory (or refresher) 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 8 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the immune system
10 vocabulary words and definitions
8 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Body Systems: Endocrine System is an introductory (or refresher) 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 8 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the endocrine system
10 vocabulary words and definitions
8 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Body Systems: Digestive System is an introductory (or refresher) 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 8 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the digestive system
10 vocabulary words and definitions
8 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Body Systems: Circulatory System is an introductory (or refresher) 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 8 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the circulatory system
10 vocabulary words and definitions
8 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Animal Habitats: The Polar Regions is a 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 6 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the polar regions as animal habitats
10 vocabulary words and definitions
6 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Animal Habitats: Rivers and Streams is a 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 6 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about rivers and streams as animal habitats
10 vocabulary words and definitions
6 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Animal Habitats: Oceans is a 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 6 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the ocean as an animal habitat
10 vocabulary words and definitions
6 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Animal Habitats: Mountains is a 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 6 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the mountains as an animal habitat
10 vocabulary words and definitions
6 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Animal Habitats: Grasslands is a 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 6 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the grasslands as an animal habitat
10 vocabulary words and definitions
6 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Animal Habitats: Forests is a 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 6 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the forest as an animal habitat
10 vocabulary words and definitions
6 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Animal Habitats: Deserts is a 3-stage reading comprehension activity for students.
In the first stage, students match the ten vocabulary words with their correct definitions.
In the second stage, students read the text, either alone, with a partner or as part of a small reading group.
In the third stage, students answer the 6 multiple-choice questions designed to assess their comprehension of the text.
This resource contains:
1 informational text about the desert as an animal habitat
10 vocabulary words and definitions
6 multiple-choice comprehension questions
Answer sheet
Answer strips for students to write their answers on (optional)
In order to use this resource multiple times, it is recommended that the text, the assorted vocabulary matches and comprehension question and answer sheets are laminated for durability.
All the very best!
Introducing Exploring Animal Adaptations: Vocab Match Task Cards, a versatile resource created to boost student vocabulary and comprehension.
Vocabulary includes: adaptation, mimicry, instinct, structural adaptations, scales, nocturnal, scavenger, antlers, preening, predator, territory, quills, behavioral adaptations, exoskeleton, webbed feet, camouflage, hibernation, diurnal, echolocation, claws, migration, pheromone, stingers.
Suggestions for use:
Consider using the task cards as an initial diagnostic assessment tool. By offering your students the opportunity to tackle these cards at the outset of the unit, you can gauge their existing knowledge and identify any intuitive understanding they may already possess. This diagnostic approach allows you to tailor your instruction more effectively to the specific needs of your students.
The task cards can be revisited towards the end of the unit, serving as an excellent way for your students to demonstrate their newly acquired understanding.
Whether used as a formal summative assessment or as a self-assessment tool, these cards provide a tangible measure of progress and allow students to showcase their growth in knowledge and comprehension.
This resource contains:
A total of 23 questions (23 task cards and 1 title card)
Student recording sheet
Answer key
PDF & individual, high quality PNG files (perfect for projecting on screens)
To get started with these cards, follow these steps:
Print out the cards and laminate them for durability. Then, cut them into individual cards for ease of use.
Next, provide each student with a worksheet. This will allow them to record their answers and keep track of their progress.
Distribute the cards around the classroom or set them up in a designated learning center. Students can then choose where to start and work their way through the cards in any order they wish.
Finally, make sure to check answers once students have completed the task. This will allow for clarification and correction of any mistakes made, ensuring that students are effectively learning and reinforcing their vocabulary.
All the very best!
Introducing Life Cycles and Ecosystems: Vocab Match Task Cards, a versatile resource created to boost student vocabulary and comprehension.
Vocabulary includes: life cycle, life span, stem, germination, organism, habitat, caterpillar, ecosystem, plant, metamorphosis, food chain, birth, pollination, frog, chrysalis, decomposer, insect, photosynthesis, seed, tadpole, deciduous, nectar, flower.
Suggestions for use:
Consider using the task cards as an initial diagnostic assessment tool. By offering your students the opportunity to tackle these cards at the outset of the unit, you can gauge their existing knowledge and identify any intuitive understanding they may already possess. This diagnostic approach allows you to tailor your instruction more effectively to the specific needs of your students.
The task cards can be revisited towards the end of the unit, serving as an excellent way for your students to demonstrate their newly acquired understanding.
Whether used as a formal summative assessment or as a self-assessment tool, these cards provide a tangible measure of progress and allow students to showcase their growth in knowledge and comprehension.
This resource contains:
A total of 23 questions (23 task cards and 1 title card)
Student recording sheet
Answer key
PDF & individual, high quality PNG files (perfect for projecting on screens)
To get started with these cards, follow these steps:
Print out the cards and laminate them for durability. Then, cut them into individual cards for ease of use.
Next, provide each student with a worksheet. This will allow them to record their answers and keep track of their progress.
Distribute the cards around the classroom or set them up in a designated learning center. Students can then choose where to start and work their way through the cards in any order they wish.
Finally, make sure to check answers once students have completed the task. This will allow for clarification and correction of any mistakes made, ensuring that students are effectively learning and reinforcing their vocabulary.
All the very best!