Holiday Reading Resources

Edgar Allan Poe Biography & Background | PowerPoint, Guided Notes, Themes & Work

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Plotting Something

Introduce Edgar Allan Poe with a concise biography and background lesson that gives students the literary context they need before reading his stories and poems. Rather than turning Poe’s life into a list of sensational facts, this lesson connects his biography to the themes, techniques, and literar

8th - 12th Literature, Poetry, Reading

Also included in: Edgar Allan Poe Unit Bundle | Background, The Raven & House of Usher

The Last Broadcast | Halloween ELA Activity | Inference & Suspense Simulation

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Plotting Something

Your students are monitoring a local emergency feed when the updates stop making sense.The Last Broadcast is a one-period Halloween ELA mystery simulation for grades 9–12. Students become the emergency relay team at a local radio station while an ordinary fog advisory turns into reports of motionles

9th - 12th Reading, Reading Strategies, Writing

Also included in: Halloween ELA Activities Bundle | 4 Gothic Games, Mysteries & Simulations

Women's History Month Reading Comprehension Activities - 20 Amazing Women

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Meryma Learning

Celebrate Women’s History Month with this meaningful and engaging Women’s History Month Reading Comprehension Activities resource featuring 20 influential women who changed the world. This set combines reading passages with biography posters to help students learn about remarkable women across histo

3rd - 5th Informational Text, Reading

Also included in: Women's History Month Activities - Reading Passages Research Projects and More

AAPI Heritage Month | Biography Reading Passages and Bulletin Board Posters

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Meryma Learning

Celebrate AAPI Heritage Month with this engaging and meaningful resource featuring biography reading passages and bulletin board posters.This comprehensive set highlights the lives and contributions of 12 influential Asian American and Pacific Islander figures, helping students build reading compreh

3rd - 5th Reading, AAPI History, Asian Studies

Also included in: AAPI Heritage Month Activities Reading Passages Research Projects Bulletin Board

Juneteenth Reading Comprehension Passage – Juneteenth Reading Activities

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Meryma Learning

Help your students understand the meaning behind Juneteenth with this thoughtful and engaging Juneteenth reading comprehension resource. These no-prep Juneteenth activities are designed to build reading skills while opening up age-appropriate conversations about freedom, justice, and American histor

3rd - 5th Reading, Writing, Social Studies

Also included in: Juneteenth Activities - Juneteenth Reading Comprehension Passage and Word Search

Fourth 4th of July Independence Day Reading Passage and Comprehension Worksheets

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Meryma Learning

Celebrate America’s birthday while boosting literacy with these 4th of July Independence Day reading comprehension activities worksheets for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students! This no-prep, printable resource helps students strengthen their reading skills as they learn about the history, meaning, and

3rd - 5th Reading, Social Studies, U.S. History

Also included in: Fourth 4th of July Independence Day Reading Comprehension and Word Search puzzle

Labor Day Reading Comprehension Passage and Activities - Worksheets - Task Cards

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Meryma Learning

Engage your students this September with Labor Day Reading Comprehension Passage and Activities – Worksheets – Task Cards – Job Profiles. This no-prep resource is designed to help students in grades 3–5 explore the meaning of Labor Day through an engaging reading passage, comprehension worksheets, t

3rd - 5th English Language Arts, Reading

Also included in: Labor Day Activities - Reading Comprehension - Word Searches - Coloring Sheets

Hispanic Heritage Month Reading Comprehension Passages Biography Bulletin Board

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Meryma Learning

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with these engaging and educational activities! This all-in-one resource includes reading comprehension passages, printable biography posters for bulletin boards, and bio cards to help students explore the lives and legacies of 12 influential Hispanic Americans. It’

3rd - 5th Informational Text, Reading, Latino and Hispanic Studies

Also included in: Hispanic Heritage Month Reading Comprehension Posters Coloring Pages & Projects

Christopher Columbus Day Reading Comprehension Activities and Writing Prompts

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Meryma Learning

Make your Columbus Day lessons engaging and meaningful with this Christopher Columbus Day reading comprehension and writing activities resource. Perfect for Columbus Day worksheets, classroom discussions, and critical thinking exercises, this versatile pack helps students strengthen reading comprehe

3rd - 6th Informational Text, Reading, Writing

Also included in: Columbus Day and Indigenous Peoples Day Reading Comprehension & Writing Prompts

Election Day Reading Comprehension Activities - Election Day Writing Prompts

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Meryma Learning

Engage your students with this comprehensive Election Day resource! Designed for grades 3–5, this pack helps students understand the voting process, the importance of participating in elections, and their role as active citizens.Through reading, discussion, and writing, students develop critical thi

3rd - 5th Reading, Writing, Elections / Voting

Also included in: Election Day Activities Reading Comprehension Writing Coloring Pages Puzzles

Martin Luther King Reading Comprehension & Writing Prompts - MLK Day Activities

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Meryma Learning

Make your Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month lessons meaningful and engaging with this Martin Luther King Jr. reading comprehension and writing activities resource. Designed for upper elementary students, this no-prep pack helps students learn about MLK’s life, leadership, and impact

3rd - 5th Reading, Writing, Social Studies

Also included in: Martin Luther King Day - Reading - Writing - Bulletin Board - PPT Presentation

Martin Luther King Day - Reading - Writing - Bulletin Board - PPT Presentation

Created by
Meryma Learning

Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Black History Month with this comprehensive Martin Luther King Day Activities Bundle, designed to help students understand Dr. King’s life, legacy, and impact through engaging, meaningful activities. Perfect for grades 3–5, this bundle combines reading compr

3rd - 5th Reading, Writing, Social Studies

Women's History Month Activities - Reading Passages Research Projects and More

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Meryma Learning

Celebrate Women’s History Month and International Women’s Day with this comprehensive mega bundle packed with engaging, ready-to-use classroom resources. This collection helps students explore the achievements of influential women through reading, writing, research, puzzles, posters, and timeline ac

3rd - 5th Reading, Social Studies

Cinco de Mayo Reading Passage Comprehension Questions Summary Main Idea

Created by
Meryma Learning

Looking for meaningful Cinco de Mayo activities to boost reading skills and cultural understanding? This printable Cinco de Mayo reading comprehension resource is perfect for grades 3–5! Students will learn what Cinco de Mayo is, explore its history and traditions, and practice key literacy skills.T

3rd - 5th Informational Text, Reading

Also included in: May Activities Bundle AAPI Heritage Month, Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day, and More

Mother's Day Reading Comprehension Passage and Activities and Writing Prompts

Created by
Meryma Learning

Looking for meaningful Mother’s Day reading comprehension and writing prompts for your students? This engaging and print-ready resource is perfect for grades 3–5 to explore the meaning of Mother’s Day while strengthening essential literacy skills.This resource includes: An informative and engaging r

3rd - 5th Reading, Writing

Also included in: May Activities Bundle AAPI Heritage Month, Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day, and More

Memorial Day Reading Comprehension Passage Questions Summary Main Idea Worksheet

Created by
Meryma Learning

Looking for engaging Memorial Day reading comprehension activities for your upper elementary students? This no-prep printable resource is perfect for grades 3–5 to explore the meaning and significance of Memorial Day while building essential reading skills.This educational resource includes: An info

3rd - 5th Informational Text, Reading

Also included in: May Activities Bundle AAPI Heritage Month, Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day, and More

May Activities Bundle AAPI Heritage Month, Cinco de Mayo, Mother's Day, and More

Created by
Meryma Learning

May Holidays Bundle: AAPI Heritage Month, Cinco de Mayo, Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week, Mother’s Day, and Memorial Day Activities and WorksheetsCelebrate and teach the most meaningful May holidays with this all-in-one May Holidays Bundle, packed with engaging reading comprehension passages, wr

3rd - 5th Reading, Writing

Columbus Day Reading Comprehension - Writing - Word Searches and Coloring Pages

Created by
Meryma Learning

Celebrate Christopher Columbus Day with this all-in-one bundle of classroom activities that blends reading comprehension, writing prompts, word searches, coloring pages, and a PowerPoint presentation into one engaging resource pack! Perfect for elementary students, this collection brings the story a

3rd - 6th Coloring Pages, Reading, Writing

April Fools Day Reading Comprehension Passages | April Fools Day Activities

Created by
Meryma Learning

Make learning fun with this April Fools’ Day reading comprehension resource! Perfect for 3rd to 5th grade, this engaging set includes 3 reading passages that explore the history, traditions, and fun prank culture of April Fools’ Day.Students will build reading comprehension, critical thinking, and s

3rd - 5th Informational Text, Reading

Also included in: April Fools Day Activities Reading Comprehension Research Projects Word Search

AAPI Heritage Month Activities Reading Passages Research Projects Bulletin Board

Created by
Meryma Learning

Bring AAPI Heritage Month to life in your classroom with this all-in-one bundle of engaging, no-prep resources! Perfect for upper elementary and middle school students, this comprehensive set includes reading comprehension passages, research project templates, and vibrant bulletin board displays tha

3rd - 6th Informational Text, Reading, AAPI History

Juneteenth Activities - Juneteenth Reading Comprehension Passage and Word Search

Created by
Meryma Learning

Teach the meaning and history of Juneteenth with this easy-to-use Juneteenth Reading Comprehension and Word Search Bundle—perfect for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade! This no-prep resource includes a student-friendly reading passage and a fun vocabulary word search to engage learners while honoring this imp

3rd - 5th Informational Text, Reading, U.S. History

Father's Day Reading Comprehension Writing Prompts Card and Questionnaire

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Meryma Learning

Make Father’s Day meaningful with this engaging resource that includes a Father’s Day reading comprehension passage, writing prompts, a student questionnaire, and a Father’s Day card.Perfect for upper elementary students, this no-prep activity pack is designed to build literacy skills while helping

3rd - 5th Informational Text, Reading, Writing

Fourth 4th of July Independence Day Reading Comprehension and Word Search puzzle

Created by
Meryma Learning

Celebrate America’s independence while boosting literacy skills with this Fourth 4th of July Independence Day Reading Comprehension and Word Search Puzzle bundle! Designed for 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students, this no-prep resource helps you teach the history, meaning, and traditions of Independence

3rd - 5th Reading, Vocabulary, Writing

Women’s History Month What It Is Reading Passage - Writing Prompt - Word Search

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Meryma Learning

Inspire young learners with this engaging and educational Women’s History Month resource. Perfect for helping students understand the meaning and importance of Women’s History Month, this print-and-go activity set explains why we celebrate it, how it began, and how it honors the contributions of wom

3rd - 5th Reading, Writing, Other (Social Studies)

Also included in: Women's History Month Activities - Reading Passages Research Projects and More