Regifting Non-Fiction Article

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Total Pages: 30 pages
Answer Key: Included with rubric
Teaching Duration: 90 minutes
File Size: 12 MB
File Type: Zip (PDF)

Use this Regifting Non-Fiction Article to help students learn about the pros and cons of regifting. This resource contains one non-fiction article and three reading activities to assist with reading comprehension, standardized test preparation, and cross-curricular learning. This is NOT a Christmas-themed lesson. This resource is not a Christmas lesson as it focuses on general gift-giving.

What’s Included:

• Non-Fiction Article (2 versions: regular and modified text)
• Audio File (MP3 audio file of each article - great for differentiation!)
• 3 Post-Reading Activities:
  • Comprehension questions
  • Grammar review (2 versions: printable + self-grading Google Form)
  • Long answer writing prompt
    
• Pre-Reading K-W-L Chart
• Teacher Lesson Plan
• Printable PDFs – perfect for in-person learning or printing packets
• Google Slides version – ideal for 1:1 classrooms and Google Classroom

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Skills & Standards Targeted:

• Reading Informational Text
• Citing Evidence from Text
• Grammar and Language Review
• Writing Extended Responses
• Standardized Test Prep (great for practice with nonfiction passages!)

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Why Teachers Love This Resource:

• It’s relevant and engaging – The real-world topic of regifting instantly captures students’ interest. It encourages meaningful discussions and critical thinking, even among reluctant readers.
• It’s no-prep and ready to use – With both print-friendly PDFs and digital Google Slides formats, this resource is truly grab-and-go. It’s perfect for sub plans, last-minute lessons, or weekly skill-building.
• It supports multiple standards – From nonfiction reading comprehension and grammar practice to evidence-based writing, this resource helps reinforce key skills.
• It’s differentiated for learners – Includes two article versions (regular and modified), plus paper and digital activity options (including a self-grading Google Form), making it easy to adapt for different reading levels and learning needs.
• It works in any setting – Whether you're teaching in person, remotely, or in a hybrid model, this resource is optimized for flexibility with printable pages and digital formats.

Teacher Feedback

1. “I am using this with my current events unit. This article was engaging, and the follow-up activities worked perfectly with my plans. The students enjoyed the content.”
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3. “Great resource!”

Perfect For:

• Middle school ELA 
• Test prep & reading centers
• Sub plans or emergency lesson plans
• Early finishers or enrichment