Fall Nonfiction Book Companion

Bring the beauty of the season into your classroom with our comprehensive Fall Read-Aloud & Literacy Lesson, designed specifically to take the heavy lifting out of your autumn planning!

What’s Included in This Fall Book Companion

This complete, standards-aligned single lesson pairs seamlessly with the digital text Fall by Stephanie Turnbull (available via Epic) to deliver rich comprehension, vocabulary, and grammar instruction.

• Interactive KWL Chart Framework: Guided slides and worksheets prompt students to activate prior knowledge, track questions, and record learning about autumn.
• Targeted Vocabulary Acquisition: Introduces key seasonal terms (dew, gusts, and crops) paired with gorgeous watercolor visuals to support visual learners and English language learners.
• Comprehension & Text Evidence: Guides students step-by-step through identifying the main idea and extracting supporting text evidence.
• Grammar & Critical Thinking: Includes differentiated practice for distinguishing nouns versus verbs and evaluating fact versus opinion.
• Reflection & Writing Prompts: Culminates with structured journal pages and a "Questions I Still Have" inquiry drawing activity.

Built to Fit Your Classroom, On Your Terms

• Need a quick intro? Run a succinct, high-impact 15 to 20-minute session using Fall by Stephanie Turnbull.
• Need a deep dive? Expand it into a comprehensive, full one-hour reading comprehension lesson that builds critical thinking.

Why Educators Love It

• Zero Prep: Just grab the book and go.
• Standards-Aligned: Seamlessly integrate literacy skills and text-based questions without sacrificing character growth.
• Real Results: Equip your students with practical strategies for resilience so they can bounce back when things don't go their way—giving you back your peaceful classroom.

Grab your copy today and take back your planning time!

*Please note: these social emotional learning resilience activities are created to use in conjunction with the book Fall by Stephanie Turnbull, but is not affiliated with Fall, it's author or publisher. You will need a copy of the book (or an epic account) to teach these activities.