Updated October 2014
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BrainPOP Jr.: Reading & Writing

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Videos and more explore the written word, from basic to complex

Subjects & skills
Subjects
  • English Language Arts
  • English Language Learning
Skills
  • Communication & Collaboration
Grades This grade range is a recommendation by Common Sense Education and not the developer/publisher.
K–3
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Each subject has sub-topics that address very specific learning themes.
A short video introduces and delves into the topic, covering key vocabulary and concepts.
A wealth of supplementary materials include online games, quizzes, and printable activities and worksheets.
Topics also link to an educators' site with lesson plan ideas and additional support.

How Can I Teach with This Tool?

BrainPOP Jr.'s 48 reading and writing lessons touch on a wide range of topics, including basics like phonics as well as more advanced skills like how to write an essay. Because there's such a variety, it's good to first spend some time browsing through what's available. As you plan, be sure to take advantage of the site's wealth of games, activities, lesson plans, and extension ideas.

New or struggling readers may benefit from some individual use -- have them immerse themselves in some reading fundamentals. It's best to experience the more advanced videos and activities as a whole class, especially when launching a new unit or exploring something new. Your kids can learn about Dr. Seuss and visiting a library before visiting a local branch to discover and research other great authors. Or, have your kids learn about descriptive writing (using all five senses) before kicking off a creative writing portfolio project. Kids may also enjoy browsing on their own -- give them time to dive into whatever topic might pique their interest.

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Standards:

Key Standards Supported

Language

  • L.K.2

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

  • L.1.2

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

  • L.2.2

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

  • L.3.2

    Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization, punctuation, and spelling when writing.

Reading Literature

  • RL.K.6

    With prompting and support, name the author and illustrator of a story and define the role of each in telling the story.

  • RL.1.4

    Identify words and phrases in stories or poems that suggest feelings or appeal to the senses.

  • RL.2.5

    Describe the overall structure of a story, including describing how the beginning introduces the story and the ending concludes the action.

Writing

  • W.1.1

    Write opinion pieces in which they introduce the topic or name the book they are writing about, state an opinion, supply a reason for the opinion, and provide some sense of closure.

  • W.2.2

    Write informative/explanatory texts in which they introduce a topic, use facts and definitions to develop points, and provide a concluding statement or section.

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Teacher Reviews

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Jessica M. , Classroom teacher
Classroom teacher
Hite Saunders Elementary School
Huntington, WV
Great lesson extensions that grow the brain!
I wish this was free. I've worked at a school that did not pay the subscription and that was a bummer. If the site was free, I would recommend that everyone use this site. Since the site is paid, I recommend that elementary teachers who like to build off of lesson content really look into this site. They have so much to offer, it is worth the price. The amount of content this site provides that ties back into lessons that I am working on/have worked on is great and worth your time to explore.
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