Reading

Danny and the Dinosaur Activities & More! Grades 1-3 Dinosaurs in Literature,

EBOTM14175

$20.99 CAD

Additional information:

  • Author : Solski, Ruth

Dinosaurs in Literature is designed to immerse students in both fictional and factual dinosaur texts while strengthening foundational literacy skills. Through structured reading routines, students learn to identify story elements, make predictions, build vocabulary, and respond creatively to texts. The resource integrates phonics, word study, comprehension, and higher‑order thinking, making it ideal for whole‑class instruction, guided reading groups, or individualized reading programs.

The unit also supports science learning by introducing students to fossils, palaeontologists, prehistoric environments, and dinosaur characteristics. Creative activities, research tasks, and hands‑on projects allow students to demonstrate understanding in engaging ways. Teacher evaluation sheets, tracking pages, and folder setup instructions ensure the program is easy to manage and adaptable for Grades 1–3.

Children love learning about dinosaurs in their science lessons, transfer their love for dinosaurs into your reading program with the 30+ activities that can be used with any piece of literature about dinosaurs. A 12 page reproducible booklet on Danny and the Dinosaur, plus guided reading questions complete the resource.

Objectives:
1. To develop an interest and a love for reading fiction and non-fiction material.
2. To provide background knowledge and information on prehistoric times.
3. To develop independent work habits.
4. To reinforce learned skills and to introduce new skills.
5. To develop the student's ability to think and write creatively.

For the Teacher:
  • Objectives
  • List of Vocabulary
  • List of Resources
  • Teacher Input Suggestions
  • List of Skills
  • Teacher Evaluation Sheet
  • Answer Key for Student Booklet
  • Reproducible Blank Activity' Cards
For the Students:
  • Novel Study for "Danny and the Dinosaur"
  • Reproducible Student Booklet for "Danny and the Dinosaur"
  • Individualized Reading Ideas
  • Student Activity' Tracking Sheet
  • Student Reading Record Sheet

Activity Centers:
  • Research Activity' Cards
  • Phonics Activity' Cards
  • Word Study Activity' Cards
  • Creative Writing Activity' Cards
  • Reading Activity' Cards
  • Art Activity' Cards

 



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