This nonfiction resource about lions includes sentences for students to read and write. It also includes a picture for coloring. No prep! Just print and go!

There are pages for writing so that students can learn about the African lion and then write about it. They can use the provided sentences for handwriting practice or journal entries. There are 3 styles of lines -- primary dotted lines and regular lines with 2 different spacing options.

There is a black & white clipart picture that students can color. This resource includes real photos so that students can see what lions look like.

Each animal Read, Write, Color page also features a targeted vocabulary word in the text. This page has 2! The vocabulary words for this lion page are carnivore and food chain.

Use this Read, Write, Color page for:

• animal research
• Africa unit supplement
• quick filler activity
• substitute plans
• literacy center
• science center
• early finishers
• handwriting practice

Features:

Features:

*Authentic photo

*A reading page with a few short sentences about the animal

*CCSS for Kindergarten and 1st grade

*Writing pages in several styles

*targeted vocabulary word

Who is this for?

This is perfect for kindergarten, 1st grade, and 2nd grade. Animals are so interesting and students find them fascinating. This is a great way to get your students writing!

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