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8th grade creative writing literature circles
Social Media Templates for ANY text - TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Text
Five 2023 social media templates in both DIGITAL (Google Slides or PowerPoint) and printable versions. These reusable and highly engaging templates for TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Messenger are perfect for ANY novel study, creative writing task or even history class!Carefully designed on the 2023 versions of these popular Apps. Also includes editable exemplars to show students what success looks like.Happy teaching :)
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Â FULL Unit for ANY Novel & Independent Reading (Digital & Print)
Stargirl: Novel Study and Book Activities
I hope you will enjoy this 52 page package full of a variety of engaging activities. My first and foremost objective as an educator, when reading a class read aloud, or sharing novels for group study is to encourage a love of reading. I aim to make the pages of the stories come alive, and to provoke thoughtful and meaningful discussion. For this reason, you will not find chapter by chapter questions and answers that can at times make reading seem like a chore. I do however include activities tha
Grades:
6th - 8th
Restart by Gordon Korman - Novel Study!
This novel study for "Restart", by Gordon Korman, contains 50 pages of resources, including Vocabulary & Comprehension Q's per Chapter Packet (and answers!), Focused Assignments and a Culminating Task Choice Board.Focus standards include prediction, visualization, character analysis, point of view, summarization, plot & theme, figurative language and creative writing.No-prep, fun and engaging activities! This novel study is ideal for full class, literature circles, independent study and
Grades:
4th - 8th
Middle School Poetry Bundle: 12 Mad Libs, 3 Puzzles, 10 Poems (BEST DEAL)
Middle School Poetry Bundle: 12 Mad Libs, 3 Puzzles, 10 Poems to Create (BEST DEAL)
Mad Libs: Poetry 3-Pack:
Twelve pages of poetry-based mad libs grammar-fun activities. Each one includes a short writing activity based on the original poem for the students to complete; Set 2 contains additional illustration activities.
Word Puzzles: Literary Terms - Poetry:
Three word puzzles using poetry terms. Includes a crossword puzzle, double puzzle, and word search. Answer keys included.
Poetry-Pac
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Complete Memoir/ Nonfiction Unit
Recently Updated in February 2023-- New & Improved! Now includes Day-by-Day Instructions for this 3-week unit-- No prep needed!This Memoir Unit is always a huge hit in my high school English classes! Many of my students consistently say it is their favorite unit in the class This bundle includes 3 different PowerPoint presentations focusing on memoir writing. The first one I use is the "Show, Don't Tell" presentation where students are introduced to the idea of writing in a more descriptive
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Narrative Writing Bundle | 7 Complete Story Writing & Story Elements Units
This bundle comprises SEVEN PRODUCTS designed to cover all aspects of NARRATIVE WRITING and STORYTELLING in 2024. It contains seven high-quality DIGITAL, PRINT and INTERACTIVE units of work, including:Introduction to Narrative Writing Unit ( For younger and developing writers.)Our TpT best-selling Narrative writing Unit ( With hundreds of glowing reviews )Narrative Writing Unit for Established Writers ( For high school students )Introduction to story elements for younger and developing writers.
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Grades:
2nd - 9th
Storm Boy
Storm Boy is the 8th in a series of classic Australian children’s fiction literature units. I taught this unit 2 years ago and it was very popular. It is a short novel but very entertaining. The 1980s movie version is a classic and still holds up very well today. (Look out for the picture story book version with brilliant illustrations by Robert Ingpen and a more recent one out now. Also the recent movie.) This has proven to be a big seller. check out some of the other units in this series. Many
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Grades:
4th - 8th
When Stars Are Scattered: A Literature Study Unit BUNDLE
About this Unit & NovelThis is a Common Core-aligned literature study unit for use with the graphic novel, When Stars Are Scattered by Omar Mohamed and Victoria Jamieson. The lessons and activities here span the curriculum, from vocabulary and argument building to literary analysis and creative writing. Prompts appear in order of complexity, and simplified language appears in parentheses (delete or modify as needed). The unit is editable so you can pick and choose which elements and prompts
Grades:
4th - 8th
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The Invention of Hugo Cabret: A Novel & Film Study Unit BUNDLE (editable)
About this Unit & NovelA Common Core-aligned literature study unit for use with the graphic novel, The Invention of Hugo Cabret, by Brian Selznick. The lessons and activities span the curriculum, covering vocabulary building, literary analysis, film history, the physics of simple machines, creative writing and argument building. Prompts appear in order of complexity, and simplified language appears in parentheses (delete or modify as needed). The unit is editable so you can pick and choose w
Grades:
4th - 8th
Back to School Writing Activities | Homework Excuses Unit
Writing activities for Back to School don't need to be boring! Have your students use this creative writing unit to invent crazy excuses for not doing their homework! This is a fun NO-PREP interactive writing unit..NEW IN 2020: A Digital Interactive PDF version is now included!Your Fun Homework Excuses Unit in detail:If you're looking for a fun way to revise simple past with your students then look no further. From a fun poem - Excuses - have your students imagine the craziest and most unbelieva
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Grades:
3rd - 10th
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Also included in:Â Back to school Writing Activities
Adjective Word Wall (Describing Words for Creative Writing)
28 adjectives and their synonyms on posters that can be put up as a word wall display. I got my students to come up with this list by doing a dictionary thesaurus activity.
I have also added extra posters where the adjectives are highlighted in green and red.
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Grades:
K - 8th
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CUPS [Editing] + ARMS [Revising] BUNDLE
Writing: CUPS Editing Strategy [Editable] + ARMS Revising Strategy [Editable]The CUPS and ARMS Strategy Posters serve as the perfect visual display to support the writing process. This editing strategy [CUPS] reminds the learner to check for capital letters, understanding of text, correct punctuation and spelling. Use the ready to print version or create your own using the editable version.This revising strategy [ARMS] reminds the learner to add addition information, remove or omit unnecessary i
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2nd - 8th
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Historical Fiction Literature Unit, Writing Projects, Book Report, and More
No-Prep, historical fiction genre unit! With this resource you will have everything you need to add fun and creativity to your historical fiction genre studies. I have included a "Historical Fiction Writing Project Menu" with nine creative projects, a historical fiction element checklist, a writing outline for students to organize and write their own historical fiction story and a complete "Historical Fiction Book Report" for students to fill out after they have read a historical fiction novel.
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Grades:
4th - 8th
Also included in:Â Genre Units Bundled, Projects for Every Reading Genre
Venn Diagram - Character Study
Venn diagram for character study, allowing students to compare annd contrast two characters. Two overlapping faces create a venn diagram which can be filled out in many ways including with words or by drawing the characters.
Dimension: 11x17 inches
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Grades:
K - 8th
A Christmas Memory Capote CCSS Questions, Vocab, Personal Narrative Activity
A complete packet with many extras for this beloved short story. NOTE: the story is copyrighted and NOT included but is available online. What you get:Matching review of literary terms used in the questions.In-depth literal and critical analysis comprehension questions (27) Literary terms such as mood, characterization, theme, symbol, exposition/climax/falling action, and more. Vocabulary worksheet of 55 terms: identifying examples of figures of speech, using context clues, matching (includ
Grades:
7th - 10th
Character Scrapbook Workbook- Novel Study + Independent Reading Project
This 20-page workbook and project are the perfect culminating project for ANY novel study! Students create a scrapbook using multiple genres to show different important aspects of the character and plot. This works well for independent novels and whole-class novels too!The scrapbook includes 10 required elements. This workbook comes complete with minilessons for each required piece, examples, and room to brainstorm. In addition, QR codes lead students to helpful websites to create their scrapboo
Grades:
7th - 12th
FOR ANY BOOK: Novel-Based Newspaper Project (Book Activity or Assessment)
My 7th and 8th grade students enjoy authentic assessments that allow them to creatively share their book recommendations with one another. This 2-page newspaper, including 6 written articles and 4 pictures, fits the bill perfectly!This guided writing packet walks students step-by-step through the writing process, from planning to drafting to editing and revising and assembling their newspaper. I have used this project successfully in ELA, Reading AIS, Social Studies, and summer school. The step-
Grades:
5th - 8th
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Independent Reading Creative Analysis Check In
Give students 21 unique ways to show what they are thinking about while they are reading ANY novel. From what a character would leave on a voicemail to what questions they want to ask the author, this download will get students thinking creatively and critically about what they are reading.The assignment is currently formatted so students choose from a list of 4-6 activities per week over a 4 week period, but could easily be modified to fit your pacing.This EDITABLE Google Doc will let you chang
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Â Creative Assessments-Book Clubs-Close Reading-Literary Analysis
ELA Resources I The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise I Digital Learning
Save time and energy with these discussion questions for Dan Gemeinhart's middle-grade novel The Remarkable Journey of Coyote Sunrise. The discussion questions are purposely open-ended and subject to opinion to encourage debate and discussion in your classroom. Also included are creative writing prompts and scoring rubrics.Included in this product:- Three or more open-ended discussion questions, sorted by chapter- These discussion questions reorganized onto printable handouts, suitable for com
Grades:
6th - 8th
Story Starters - science fiction writing aid 120 flash card set
Story starters offer you a way to get your creative juices flowing, without having to come up with the whole story on your own. Draw as many or as few cards as you need from categories like plot, setting, characters, and items, and go from there. A whole class could use the same cards and have totally different stories!
You'll get 120 cards with all of the most common themes you'll find in most science fiction stories. Many of them have choices or options, too, giving the writers even more crea
Grades:
3rd - 12th, Adult Education
Radical Recount Writing Unit | Google Slides / Classroom / Digital
This is the purpose-built GOOGLE DRIVE / SLIDES / CLASSROOM version of this hugely popular product. You can read the reviews of the original product here. Radical Recount Writing Unit MASTER RECOUNT WRITING in 2024 with this complete EDITABLE UNIT that ensures your students learn the ESSENTIAL SKILLS, PURPOSE and PROCESS of RETELLING events with accuracy and energy—covering PERSONAL, FACTUAL, LITERARY and HISTORICAL RECOUNTS.❤️NO PREPARATION REQUIRED to teach INDEPENDENTLY or as a WHOLE CLASS A
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3rd - 8th, Adult Education
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The Watsons Go to Birmingham & Brown Girl Dreaming: A Lit Study Unit BUNDLE
This editable, Common Core-aligned resource pairs Curtis' historical fiction with Woodson's poetry in a close look at themes these two middle grade books share. Lessons included span the curriculum. Find activities for developing literacy, building vocabulary, teaching literary analysis, creative writing & argument building. Everything you need for an in-depth study.This is a google doc. After purchase you will download a PDF with a link to the resource. Copy & edit as you wish.The unit'
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Grades:
4th - 8th
The Eyes and the Impossible Novel Study Bundle
Use this complete bundle to increase your students' comprehension of the novel The Eyes of the Impossible. Included is a complete novel study, assessment, online game, and a book brochure activity to wrap up the unit.Novel Study: This novel study is for the Dave Eggers novel, The Eyes & the Impossible. Within this packet you will receive 56 pages of student activities plus answer keys. It includes a variety of comprehensive and critical thinking skills. This product is perfect for individual
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Grades:
4th - 8th
Moral Dilemmas Short Story Unit
Thank you for your interest in this short story unit.
When I created this unit, I had four main goals in mind: (1) To expose my students to a variety of reading strategies, (2) To draw attention to varying levels of information found in text, (3) To have the students practice compare and contrast, and (4) For my students to gain experience in narrative writing skills .
It is always my goal to provide useful, easy-to-use lessons and units, so please don’t hesitate to contact me if you hav
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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