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Balanced literacy Common Core W.8.1 resources
*Art History Workbook for Middle School Art; Famous Artists - Art Hist Units -10
Easily teach students about visual art and some of the most famous artists of all time. Easy to use worksheets take students through a biography of each artist, video links with more information, coloring activities, an analysis of artist's work, projects and extension activities. This workbook includes over 200 pages of art history for your students.See individual artist packets on my store for detailed preview of what is inside each artist unit. If you need individual artist packets with separ
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5th - 9th
Product Review: A Persuasive Writing Unit (6-8)
What is a product review?This writing unit is specifically designed to meet the standards for persuasive writing (W.6.1, W.7.1, W.8.1). Writing a product review is a type of writing every student could and should have the opportunity to do. A product review is everything from reviewing a local business on Facebook to leaving feedback on a new Amazon purchase. This unit teaches students how to structure a product review so their opinions persuade future consumers to use the product as well. S
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: 6-8 Year-Long Middle School Writing Curriculum Bundle (11 Units Total)
THE OUTSIDERS - Novel Study Resource Bundle
The Outsiders - Novel Study Resource Bundle - SAVE OVER 35%! (CCSS Aligned)This bundle includes:The Outsiders – Novel Study Introductory PowerPoint – Introduction to the 1960sA multimedia PowerPoint presentation to introduce S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders. Students are introduced to the 1960s by exploring some of the pop culture references made within the novel - from madras shirts to Paul Newman. The presentation includes links to the music of the era - including videos of Elvis Presley and the Be
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7th - 9th
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Middle School Literacy Stations
An entire year's worth of middle school literacy stations. There are eight stations total. I do two full rotations per grading period so there are a total of 64 different activities in this package. We meet once a week in stations and students complete two stations on that day. They spend about twenty minutes in each station before rotating to the next station. Station rotation orders are also included. Stations included are: word work, read aloud, read independently, learn independently, techn
Grades:
5th - 8th
Important Issue Letter: A Persuasive Writing Unit (6-8)
What does the important issue letter cover?This writing unit is specifically designed to meet the standards for persuasive writing (W.6.1, W.7.1, W.8.1). Students will start out by studying three mentor texts written on a variety of issues for a variety of audiences. Next, they will have a chance to study persuasive techniques used in the mentor texts to convince their audience of a specific viewpoint. Pre-writing by making lists and writing off of these lists comes next until students ultimatel
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: 6-8 Year-Long Middle School Writing Curriculum Bundle (11 Units Total)
How To Write An Essay Introduction Paragraph
Are you teaching argumentative, expository, or essay writing? Are you trying to teach your students how to write an essay introduction paragraph? This HOW TO WRITE AN ESSAY INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH teaches how to write introductions in a systematic way. Students will learn parts of an introduction paragraph that include hooks, background information, and thesis statements through mini-lessons and corresponding materials. This product is part of my HOW TO WRITE AN ESSAY unit.Click here for the Goog
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4th - 8th
Practical ESL Resources Bundle (Speaking, Reading, Writing)
This is a collection of my best-selling resources in a big bundle: listening, reading/viewing comprehension, writing, short story study guide, ESL assessment grids, award certificates, mini project booklets, and final assessment ideas for any novel. ✋Please check out the preview file and description of each individual resource to make sure every item is appropriate for your learners. ⭐This bundle contains 18 resources. To be taken to the product description of each resource, click on the titles
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8th - 11th
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SOLDIER'S HEART Novel Study Unit, Common Core Aligned
Gary Paulsen's poignant story of a young soldier during the American Civil War is studied through this no-prep unit with questions for each chapter plus answer keys, activities that include outlining, creative and argumentative writing, back-story, an essay, mini-glossaries and more.Quizzes for chapters are included; Ch. 1,2,3; Ch. 4,5; Ch. 6; Ch. 7; Ch. 8, Ch. 9,10 - with answer keys.With spelling mentioned on every 3 to 8 ELA CCSS, I made and include two pages of spelling ladders. These
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6th - 11th
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Echo Novel Study Analyzing Text
Echo, the 2016 Newberry honor book by Pam Munoz Ryan, is a magical work of historical fiction masterfully woven with fantasy.
The story follows the lives of characters from prior to World War II to post World War II. Students will love the story of characters who overcome adversity and achieve greatly. I love this book!
I have included:
1. Guided comprehension questions.
2. Analyzing specific text.
3. A list of vocabulary from the text along with definitions for easy access.
4. Writing
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4th - 8th
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Middle School Book Project: Write a Business Letter to the Author
This is a thoughtful and engaging way to get students to reflect on their outside reading. Students are asked to write a letter to the author of their book explaining why this book is so memorable to them. They need to have three reasons to support their claim. In this way, students are guided to write both a business letter and a five-paragraph essay in a fun and painless way! Students really enjoy this because they know their audience and purpose. And, if the author is alive, I encourage
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6th - 9th
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Book Recommendation: A Persuasive Writing Unit (6-8)
What does the book recommendation writing unit cover?This writing unit is specifically designed to meet the standards for persuasive writing (W.6.1, W.7.1, W.8.1). Students will explore reasons they would recommend a book according to their reading preferences and brainstorm books they would recommend and why before selecting the book they would ultimately like to write their book recommendation about. Writers will use an outline to plan out an introduction, body paragraphs, and a conclusion. A
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: 6-8 Year-Long Middle School Writing Curriculum Bundle (11 Units Total)
Generic Novel Study Unit Activities Reading Comprehension | ANY BOOK, Worksheet
I am an English Teacher who desires to be helpful for those in need of materials for their lessons!In this comprehensive unit, you'll find 25 differentiated activities for ANY novel study. This creative book report unit is complete as is, or makes a great companion to your current curriculum.You will be directed to a page to download your files.WHAT AFTER DOWNLOADING?Choose your printing method:- Print it instantly at home- Take the file to your local printer or photo printing shop- Upload the f
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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To Kill a Mockingbird Novel Study
"To Kill a Mockingbird" by Harper Lee Novel Study PackageGrade Level: 8-10Subject: English Language ArtsResource Type: Lesson Plans, Assignments, and Answer KeysDescription:Have you and your students explore themes of justice, empathy, and moral growth with this novel study package for Harper Lee's, "To Kill a Mockingbird." Designed for grades 8-10, this all-inclusive package provides everything you need to guide your students through an in-depth exploration of the novel.What's Included:Lesson P
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7th - 10th
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Scaffolded Writing for Struggling and Non- Writers Volume 1
THIS IS A GROWING PRODUCT... BUY NOW AND SAVE!!! AS I ADD TO THIS PRODUCT, THE PRICE WILL INCREASE. IT'S AT A BASE STARTING PRICE RIGHT NOW.In education, scaffolding refers to a variety of instructional techniques used to move students progressively toward stronger understanding and, ultimately, greater independence in the learning process.Instructional scaffolding is a process through which a teacher adds supports for students in order to enhance learning and aid in the mastery of tasks. The te
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3rd - 8th
Opinion Writing | Writing Prompts | Philosophy BUNDLE
Are you looking for interesting and engaging ways to teach OPINION Writing?Why not try a little PHILOSOPHY!Philosophy supports critical thinking and lifelong learning by encouraging students to ask how they might better themselves and the world around them.GREAT NEWS!! By purchasing this PHILOSOPHY BUNDLE you are saving 30% off of each individual resource!Please take a look at each PREVIEW for details as to what is included.Philosophical questions open up new worlds to explore that students migh
Grades:
6th - 12th
Argumentative Writing Organizers & Rubrics-Common Core: Grades 7-8
Argumentative Writing is mandated by Common Core State Standards. There are some major differences between argumentative writing and persuasive writing, the biggest of which is using actual evidence from a source to support an argument. Students are also expected to provide counterarguments in the upper grades when writing argumentative essays. These organizers help students to understand the requirements of an argumentative paper and ensures they cite textual evidence to support their argume
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7th - 8th
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Close Reading and Responding to An Article: Evaluating an Author's Central Idea
Reading closely and locating an author's central idea is critical. It is also important for our students to be able to evaluate that central idea. How does the author support this central idea? Students are guided in these pages to read closely, take a stand, and to write a strong analytical paragraph. This packet really guides them through the process. A rubric makes evaluating their paragraphs transparent and painless!
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7th - 12th
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Scaffolded Writing for Performance Tasks for Struggling Writers & Readers Vol. 2
This was $5.00 for the first nine hours!!! Coming next is Volume 1--I know that's backwards!In education, scaffolding refers to a variety of instructional techniques used to move students progressively toward stronger understanding and, ultimately, greater independence in the learning process.Instructional scaffolding is a process through which a teacher adds supports for students in order to enhance learning and aid in the mastery of tasks. The teacher does this by systematically building on st
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3rd - 8th
No Prep Novel Study for ANY Book or Lit Circles: Vocab, Writing & Art Grades 5-8
This No-Prep Novel Study for any book (or literature circles) is ready to print and use in your intermediate or middle school classroom (grades 5-8)! Perfect for: • Diverse classes who will be reading different novels (literature circles). • Homeschooling with multiple ages. • A summer assignment or long-term homework assignment. • A last minute novel study when you don’t have time to prep!This novel study can be used with ANY novel. It includes vocabulary activities, writing assignments, and a
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5th - 8th
Also included in: ELA Worksheets Bundle (Grades 4-6): Engaging Printables, Projects, Games
The Truth About Truman School Unit Plan
The Truth About Truman School by Dori Hillestad Butler is a Y.A. novel that explores the hot-topic of cyberbullying. The plot is written from multiple perspectives, creating a suspenseful and engaging story great for any middle school ELA classroom.
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6th - 8th
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Short story unit- "Girl" by Jamaica Kincaid
This slide deck includes a detailed lesson and activities for the short story "Girl" by Jamaica Kincaid. I provide an activate your brain activity (warm up) activity, discussion questions to introduce students to some of the topic discussed in the reading, annotation guide for reading the short story and an end of lesson writing prompt. Ways to use this resource-Sub plans- Part of a short story unit- Test strategieand many more other ways!
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
How to Write a Final Draft of an Essay: ELA Test Prep, Printable Worksheets
Students will take their rough drafts and apply all of the revisions and edits that made, and write the final draft of their five paragraph essays. Students will view a teacher model in which details exactly how to use revisions and edits and apply when when completing a final draft of an essay.Check out all my other ELA products below!Identifying Theme in Fictional Texts - ELA Test Prep Skills, Reading PassagesHow to Write a Conclusion - ELA SkillsSetting & How It Affects Characters: ELA Te
Grades:
6th - 8th
Middle School Book Project: Writing a Scene or Monologue for Your Book
This is an engaging option for your budding actors! It offers a creative spin on the usual book report. Students envision a scene that would complement the book that they just finished. They can write dialogue or a monologue. They are still doing a close reading of their novel, as they must make the dialogue or monologue sound like the character(s). It must be in keeping with the author's style and make sense with the plot. This project is fun, engaging, creative, and thoughtful. This pac
Grades:
6th - 9th
R.A.C.E. to the Finish
Thissimple organizer offers a step-by-step process for students to practice many of the skills that lead to proficiency in reading and writing including paraphrasing, using text-based evidence to enhance an argument or point of view, making connections (text-to-text, text-to-self, text-to-world).
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Not Grade Specific
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