What are monthly text sets? The monthly text sets are two or more texts based on the same topic. Each monthly text set can be used for both reading and writing. The topic of each text set is high-engaging nonfiction topics. Each text set supports opinion or informational based writing in response to reading.
What is included in each text set?
2 (or more) related informational articles
Reading Comprehension Questions
Writing Prompt to be used with the texts in an essay format
Writing Plan Example
Teacher Example Essay (editable)
Differentiated for Grades 3-5
MLK Day Students read articles about MLK Day. Using the texts, they write an informational essay about the topic. Standard-based reading comprehension questions help you integrate reading while using the same text you are using in writing.
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These text sets go perfectly with the Informational and Opinion Writing Units:
Check out theMonthly Text Set Bundleand save up! The bundle includes ALL of the text sets that are currently available.
What topics are included for each month? The topics included are thematically related to that month. However, the text sets can be used at any time of the year based on your needs.
🛑 Are you a member of the TLL Membership? These materials are already included. If you are not a member, click here to learn more. The TLL Membership gives you an all-access pass to hundreds of ELA resources for teachers in Grades 3-5.
Monthly Text Sets (Bundle) Print + Google Slides/Forms
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What are monthly text sets?
The monthly text sets are two or more texts based on the same topic. Each monthly text set can be used for both reading and writing. The topic of each text set is high-engaging nonfiction topics. Each text set supports opinion or informational based writing in response to reading.
These pair perfectly with the following Writing Units:
Writing Prompt to be used with the texts in an essay format
Writing Plan Example
Teacher Example Essay (editable)
Teacher Example Essay in Google Doc
Differentiated for Grades 3-5
Standard Alignment in Google Sheets
What topics are included for each month? The topics included are thematically related to that month. However, the text sets can be used at any time of the year based on your needs.
🛑 Are you a member of the TLL Membership? These materials are already included. If you are not a member, click here to learn more. The TLL Membership gives you an all-access pass to hundreds of ELA resources for teachers in Grades 3-5.
Opinion Text Set (Bats) | Distance Learning | Google Slides
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What are monthly text sets?
The monthly text sets are two or more texts based on the same topic. Each monthly text set can be used for both reading and writing. The topic of each text set is high-engaging nonfiction topics. Each text set supports opinion or informational based writing in response to reading.
What is included in each text set?
2 (or more) related informational articles
Reading Comprehension Questions
Writing Prompt to be used with the texts in an essay format
Writing Plan Example
Teacher Example Essay (editable)
Differentiated for Grades 3-5
Bats: Benefit or Bother?
Students read 2 articles and a poem about the positive and negative impact of bats. Using the texts, they write an opinion essay in which they give their opinion about whether bats are a benefit or a bother.
Standard-based reading comprehension questions help you integrate reading while using the same text you are using in writing.
Try the free text set here:
https://theliteracyloft.co/FREETextSet
Check out theMonthly Text Set Bundleand save up! The bundle includes ALL of the text sets that are currently available.
What topics are included for each month? The topics included are thematically related to that month. However, the text sets can be used at any time of the year based on your needs.
🛑 Are you a member of the TLL Membership? These materials are already included. If you are not a member, click here to learn more. The TLL Membership gives you an all-access pass to hundreds of ELA resources for teachers in Grades 3-5.
Opinion Text Set {Ants: Perk or Pest?} | Distance Learning | Google Slides
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Reading and Writing from 1 text set!
What are monthly text sets? The monthly text sets are two or more texts based on the same topic. Each monthly text set can be used for both reading and writing. The topic of each text set is high-engaging nonfiction topics. Each text set supports opinion or informational based writing in response to reading.
What is included in each text set?
2 (or more) related informational articles
Reading Comprehension Questions
Writing Prompt to be used with the texts in an essay format
Writing Plan Example
Teacher Example Essay (editable)
Differentiated for Grades 3-5
Ants: Perk or Pest? Students read articles about Ants. Using the texts, they write an informational essay about the topic. Standard-based reading comprehension questions help you integrate reading while using the same text you are using in writing.
Try the free text set here:
https://theliteracyloft.co/FREETextSet
These text sets go perfectly with the Informational and Opinion Writing Units:
Check out theMonthly Text Set Bundleand save up! The bundle includes ALL of the text sets that are currently available.
What topics are included for each month? The topics included are thematically related to that month. However, the text sets can be used at any time of the year based on your needs.
🛑 Are you a member of the TLL Membership? These materials are already included. If you are not a member, click here to learn more. The TLL Membership gives you an all-access pass to hundreds of ELA resources for teachers in Grades 3-5.
Opinion Text Set {College Athletes Debate} + Digital Option
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Reading and Writing from 1 text set!
What are monthly text sets? The monthly text sets are two or more texts based on the same topic. Each monthly text set can be used for both reading and writing. The topic of each text set is high-engaging nonfiction topics. Each text set supports opinion or informational based writing in response to reading.
What is included in each text set?
2 (or more) related informational articles
Reading Comprehension Questions
Writing Prompt to be used with the texts in an essay format
Writing Plan Example
Teacher Example Essay (editable)
Differentiated for Grades 3-5
Paid to Play: Should college athletes be paid? Students read 2 articles about the positive and negative impact of college athletes being paid to play. Using the texts, they write an opinion essay in which they give their opinion about whether college athletes should be paid. Standard-based reading comprehension questions help you integrate reading while using the same text you are using in writing.
Try the free text set here: https://theliteracyloft.co/FREETextSet
These text sets go perfectly with the Informational and Opinion Writing Units:
🛑 Are you a member of the TLL Membership? These materials are already included. If you are not a member, click here to learn more. The TLL Membership gives you an all-access pass to hundreds of ELA resources for teachers in Grades 3-5.
Check out the Monthly Text Set Bundle and save up! The bundle includes ALL of the text sets that are currently available.
What topics are included for each month? The topics included are thematically related to that month. However, the text sets can be used at any time of the year based on your needs.
Opinion Text Set {Homework} | Distance Learning | Google Slides
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Reading and Writing from 1 text set!
What are monthly text sets? The monthly text sets are two or more texts based on the same topic. Each monthly text set can be used for both reading and writing. The topic of each text set is high-engaging nonfiction topics. Each text set supports opinion or informational based writing in response to reading.
What is included in each text set?
2 (or more) related informational articles
Reading Comprehension Questions
Writing Prompt to be used with the texts in an essay format
Writing Plan Example
Teacher Example Essay (editable)
Differentiated for Grades 3-5
Homework: Helpful or Harmful? Students read 2 articles and a poem about the positive and negative effects of having homework. Using the texts, they write an opinion essay in which they give their opinion about whether having homework are helpful or harmful. Standard-based reading comprehension questions help you integrate reading while using the same text you are using in writing.
Try the free text set here:
https://theliteracyloft.co/FREETextSet
These text sets go perfectly with the Informational and Opinion Writing Units:
🛑 Are you a member of the TLL Membership? These materials are already included. If you are not a member, click here to learn more. The TLL Membership gives you an all-access pass to hundreds of ELA resources for teachers in Grades 3-5.
Check out theMonthly Text Set Bundleand save up! The bundle includes ALL of the text sets that are currently available.
What topics are included for each month? The topics included are thematically related to that month. However, the text sets can be used at any time of the year based on your needs.
Opinion Text Set {Video Games: Helpful or Harmful?} | Distance Learning | Google Slides
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Reading and Writing from 1 text set!
What are monthly text sets? The monthly text sets are two or more texts based on the same topic. Each monthly text set can be used for both reading and writing. The topic of each text set is high-engaging nonfiction topics. Each text set supports opinion or informational based writing in response to reading.
What is included in each text set?
2 (or more) related informational articles
Reading Comprehension Questions
Writing Prompt to be used with the texts in an essay format
Writing Plan Example
Teacher Example Essay (editable)
Differentiated for Grades 3-5
Video Games: Helpful or Harmful? Students read 2 articles and a poem about the positive and negative effects of playing video games. Using the texts, they write an opinion essay in which they give their opinion about whether playing video games are helpful or harmful. Standard-based reading comprehension questions help you integrate reading while using the same text you are using in writing.
🛑 Are you a member of the TLL Membership? These materials are already included. If you are not a member, click here to learn more. The TLL Membership gives you an all-access pass to hundreds of ELA resources for teachers in Grades 3-5.
Check out theMonthly Text Set Bundleand save up! The bundle includes ALL of the text sets that are currently available.
What topics are included for each month? The topics included are thematically related to that month. However, the text sets can be used at any time of the year based on your needs.
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Engage students with this Opinion Writing Prompt! Students complete nonfiction reading comprehension activities and then write an essay about their own opinion of the topic. Differentiated learning helps students develop strong arguments and write persuasively. Perfect for opinion writing lessons and critical thinking practice!
About this Text Set The Zoo Debate: Safe space or show place? Are zoos a safe haven for animals or just entertainment for humans? In this text set, students explore both sides of the debate through three informational articles.
Students will answer standards-aligned comprehension questions and write an opinion essay, using text evidence to support their stance. This set builds critical thinking, reading comprehension, and text-based writing skills in an engaging, real-world context.
What’s Included? ✏️ Articles:
Pro-Zoo Perspective – Highlights conservation, education, and species protection.
Anti-Zoo Perspective – Examines ethical concerns and the impact on animal welfare.
Balanced Perspective – Presents arguments for both sides.
✏️ 3 Sets of Reading Comprehension Questions aligned to CCSS for ✏️ Opinion Writing Prompt: Are zoos a good place for animals? ✏️ Writing Plan Example (boxes and bullets) for both sides of the argument ✏️ Example Essay for both sides of the argument ✏️ Boxes & Bullets Organizers ✏️ Writing Paper
How It Works Students read the texts, answer comprehension questions, and use the provided writing prompt to craft an opinion or informational essay. The structured approach allows students to deeply engage with the topic while reinforcing essential literacy skills.
Try the free text set here: https://theliteracyloft.co/FREETextSet
These text sets go perfectly with the Informational and Opinion Writing Units:
Check out theMonthly Text Set Bundleand save up! The bundle includes ALL of the text sets that are currently available.
What topics are included for each month? The topics included are thematically related to that month. However, the text sets can be used at any time of the year based on your needs.
