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7th grade short stories worksheets

Preview of The Most Dangerous Game Activities  - Short Story Unit - Questions - Map Project

The Most Dangerous Game Activities - Short Story Unit - Questions - Map Project

The Most Dangerous Game by Richard Connell: Short Story Units with Questions, Vocabulary, and Short Story Annotations! This 90 page short story with comprehension questions resource contains everything you need to teach “The Most Dangerous Game” by Richard Connell. Perfect for your short story unit or The Most Dangerous Game unit, this short story package contains detailed comprehension questions, teacher friendly answer keys, vocabulary words, character analysis, creative writing activities, pr
Preview of Assignments for Any Novel or Short Story - Fiction Reading Response Book Report

Assignments for Any Novel or Short Story - Fiction Reading Response Book Report

Created by
Presto Plans
Short Story and Novel Assignments - Fiction Reading Response Book Report: Gone are the days of boring book reports and reading responses! This multi-faceted resource provides fun ready-to-use assignments that will work for any novel or short story that your students are reading. Each of the one-page assignments can be printed and handed to your students – it’s that easy!What’s great about these activities is they can be used at any of the middle and high school grades, but have also been succes
Preview of Shirley Jackson "The Lottery" worksheets

Shirley Jackson "The Lottery" worksheets

Created by
Peter D
This is a 9-page set of worksheets for the short story "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson. The comprehension questions can be used as a story test or as a learning activity for students as they read the story.The worksheets include: * comprehension questions (multiple choice)* comprehension questions (short answer)* vocabulary* foreshadowing* irony* theme (tradition)* theme (persecution)* parts of a story* writing activityThere is an answer key included for the comprehension questions and vocabul
Preview of Hero's Journey Presentation, Writing Prompts & Graphic Organizers Bundle

Hero's Journey Presentation, Writing Prompts & Graphic Organizers Bundle

Created by
Jadyn Thone
Teach the intricacies of the Hero's Journey (or Monomyth) with this amazing bundle of worksheets, graphic organizers to suit multiple versions of the cycle, writing prompts, teacher notes, deconstructed plot summaries, character analysis ideas, doodle notes, narrative plot arc templates and more! What's included?★ Graphic Organizer / Poster / Anchor Chart / INBThis chart details the 4 parts and 12 stages of the Hero's Journey. There are 4 designs: full chart, partially completed chart, highlight
Preview of Lamb to the Slaughter, Roald Dahl, Literary Analysis, PDF & Google Drive, CCSS

Lamb to the Slaughter, Roald Dahl, Literary Analysis, PDF & Google Drive, CCSS

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Use the dark humor of Roald Dahl’s well-known short story, “Lamb to the Slaughter," to teach your students the elements of literary analysis. This one-day lesson plan includes links to the full text of the story, detailed instructions, a 9-question deep-thinking handout (with detailed answer key, of course), and a writing activity that creatively uses an official-looking police report for students to summarize the elements of the story. The lesson also includes a police sketch portion (my high s
Preview of The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street Short Story Analysis & Escape Room

The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street Short Story Analysis & Escape Room

Created by
Hey Natayle
Make your scary short story unit on The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street by Rod Serling memorable for years to come with this short story analysis and escape room bundle. These middle school short story resources will supply you with engaging and creative activities that will help your students understand the short story elements in a new way.✔ Check out the preview for a closer look!Middle school ELA teachers love using this bundle to review the elements of a plot, conflict, suspense, and more
Preview of Inferences: Short Stories with Inferential Questions

Inferences: Short Stories with Inferential Questions

Practice making inferences--drawing conclusions when given some, but not all, of the information, now in short story form! Stories are geared to upper elementary and middle school topics, such as running for student council president, getting left out of a party invitation, and working a summer job. The following pages include:-10 short stories with 5 inferential questions each-3 categories of inferences: predictions: making a reasonable guess of something that could happen next environ
Preview of Gift of the Magi, O. Henry, Short Story Literary Analysis, PDF & Google Drive

Gift of the Magi, O. Henry, Short Story Literary Analysis, PDF & Google Drive

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Use the short story, “The Gift of the Magi” by American writer O. Henry, to teach your students the elements of literary analysis, get them thinking deeply about the text, and provide opportunities for creative writing. This two-day lesson plan includes a beautifully illustrated copy of the story, an 8-question deep-thinking exercise (with detailed answer key, of course), and two options for creative writing assignments with specific literary techniques for the students to include in their own O
Preview of 12 SHORT MYSTERY STORIES & READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITIES: Follow Clues - Fun

12 SHORT MYSTERY STORIES & READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITIES: Follow Clues - Fun

Watch reading comprehension skills soar with these captivating short mystery stories and activities! Follow the clues around New York City with Detective Hanlon as he uncovers the truth in each short, high-interest mystery - guaranteed to capture the attention of even the most reluctant readers! Students will LOVE following clues, discovering evidence, making inferences and solving these intriguing mysteries!Meet the DetectiveTravel throughout New York City as you visit famous places and solve
Preview of STEAL Characterization - Lesson and Activities

STEAL Characterization - Lesson and Activities

Created by
Plans by Mrs B
STEAL Characterization Lesson and Activities STEAL is an acronym to help students remember the tools used by author to bring characters to life: speech, thoughts, effect on others, actions, and looks. This resource has everything you need to teach students about indirect characterization…. ★ An engaging (and editable!) presentation uses real-life examples and provides frequent checks-for-understanding. ★ Students follow along using the Cloze notes. ★ Then students practice applying the S
Preview of The Landlady Short Story Analysis & Escape Room Bundle for Middle School

The Landlady Short Story Analysis & Escape Room Bundle for Middle School

Created by
Hey Natayle
Make your scary short story unit on The Landlady by Roald Dahl memorable for years to come with this short story analysis and escape room bundle. These middle school resources will supply you with engaging and creative activities that will help your students understand the short story elements in a new way.✔ Check out the preview for a closer look!Middle school teachers love using this bundle to review the elements of a plot, conflict, suspense, and more in The Landlady. Several short story anal
Preview of Literary Analysis Mini Flip Book (a sticky note book for short stories & novels)

Literary Analysis Mini Flip Book (a sticky note book for short stories & novels)

Transform the way you teach literary analysis with this interactive, hands-on sticky note mini flip book. Engage your middle or high school students with this fun and practical resource, ideal for use during and after reading short stories or novels. With this mini flip book, students explore, identify, and explain various literary devices, making literary analysis a breeze.What's Inside:8 Tabs for Comprehensive Analysis: This resource includes eight tabs covering essential elements of literary
Preview of Folktales Worksheets: Fairytales, Fables, Tall Tales, Legends, & Myths

Folktales Worksheets: Fairytales, Fables, Tall Tales, Legends, & Myths

Created by
Rachel Lynette
Practice folktales and the different subgenres with these great printables! The subgenres explored are: fables, fairytales, tall tales, legends, and myths.WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:Folktales Overview - handoutFolktales Subgenre Chart - handoutFolktales Subgenre Chart - worksheetFolktale Multiple Choice Quiz - assessmentFolktales I Know - worksheetFolktale Reflection - assessment/worksheetGreat for 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, or 8th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE A LOT MORE!NOTE: This resource uses A
Preview of The Gift of the Magi Short Story Unit - Christmas Reading Comprehension Passages

The Gift of the Magi Short Story Unit - Christmas Reading Comprehension Passages

This "The Gift of the Magi" Short Story Unit contains a 50 page close reading unit on “The Gift of the Magi” by O. Henry. Perfect for a short story interactive notebook, this Gift of the Magi teacher guide contains Gift of the Magi comprehension questions, teacher friendly answer keys, Gift of the Magi activities, vocabulary words, foldables, close reading resources, graphic organizers, creative writing, and essay activities are all included. All activities are classroom tested and include creat
Preview of MINI MYSTERIES BUNDLE: 46 Fun Mystery Stories & Reading Comprehension Activities

MINI MYSTERIES BUNDLE: 46 Fun Mystery Stories & Reading Comprehension Activities

Reading comprehension skills are sure to improve with these engaging activities and worksheets. Kids love a good mystery... and they won't be disappointed with the 46 "who-dunits" detectives Sam Sherlock and Bree Cody encounter in this captivating skills-based set of mysteries. Question pages encourage fact-finding, analyzing clues, predicting outcomes, and solving each mystery! The high-interest format is sure to involve even the most reluctant readers. Guaranteed to be a favorite for both s
Preview of Elements of Literature Activities - Plot Diagram Character Conflict Setting

Elements of Literature Activities - Plot Diagram Character Conflict Setting

Elements of Literature - Character, Point of View, Conflict, Setting, and Plot Activities - Learn all about the literary elements with these engaging activities. Perfect for a short story unit or novel study, this resource package contains detailed student notes on each element of literature, as well as fill in the blank student note taking templates, graphic organizers, and foldable activitiesThis is a package you will use year after year - a must for English teachers!✅Be sure to check out the
Preview of To Build a Fire by Jack London Short Story Anticipation Guide & Pre-Reading

To Build a Fire by Jack London Short Story Anticipation Guide & Pre-Reading

The *BEST* ANTICIPATION GUIDE EVER. In the past, this story always used to put my students to sleep. I came up with this pre-reading activity, and my students really got into it. They even stayed awake for the story! It allows them to connect with the man and imitate the difficulties of starting a fire with cold, frostbitten hands and recognize the struggles the man faces. Through a couple different simple written cues, students must work without the use of their fingers and/or hands. ✏️ Buyer
Preview of The Lottery Short Story Unit - Shirley Jackson Middle School Short Story Project

The Lottery Short Story Unit - Shirley Jackson Middle School Short Story Project

The Lottery by Shirley Jackson Short Story Unit - Activities and Comprehension Questions! Perfect for your upcoming short story unit or dystopian literature unit, this package contains graphic organizers and activities to go along with The Lottery by Shirley Jackson. The Lottery short story questions, a biography activity, a giant pennant project, and a hexagonal thinking activity are also included.✅Be sure to check out the preview and thumbnails for detailed images and descriptions about everyt
Preview of Assignments for Any Novel or Short Story - Fiction Reading Book Report (Vol 2)

Assignments for Any Novel or Short Story - Fiction Reading Book Report (Vol 2)

Created by
Presto Plans
Assignments for Any Novel or Short Story - Fiction Reading Book Report (Vol 2): Gone are the days of boring book reports and reading responses! This multi-faceted resource provides fun ready-to-use assignments that will work for any novel or short story that your students are reading. Each of the one-page assignments can be printed and handed to your students – it’s that easy!What’s great about these activities is they can be used at any of the middle and high school grades, but have also been s
Preview of Greek Mythology for ESL I: Five Short Stories with Activities (CCSS Aligned)

Greek Mythology for ESL I: Five Short Stories with Activities (CCSS Aligned)

Created by
Last Minute ESL
My first of two CCSS aligned, Greek mythology short story and corresponding activities bundle about: Prometheus, Pandora's Box, Echo and Narcissus, The Fall of Icarus, and Arachne The Weaver. This resource was created for beginner to intermediate ESL students to practice reading and responding to fictional text. It can be used for an in-class activity, homework, or an emergency sub plan. I designed this resource with upper-level elementary, middle school, and high school ESL students in mind bec
Preview of The Elevator Short Story Activities & Worksheets - Digital & Print!

The Elevator Short Story Activities & Worksheets - Digital & Print!

Created by
Hey Natayle
Teaching William Sleator’s short story “The Elevator” is easy and engaging with these post-reading activities & worksheets! A wide variety of no-prep options are included, making it easy to differentiate your instruction, extend the learning for your early finishers, or provide student choice. Printable? Digital? It’s all included to save YOU time.⬆️ Check out the PREVIEW for more information! ⬆️Both teachers and students love these unique and challenging creative activities. Students will p
Preview of Hero's Journey Identifying Stages

Hero's Journey Identifying Stages

Created by
Jadyn Thone
An "ordinary" boy who makes things happen when he is angry or scared, the strong-willed daughter of a chief of a Polynesian village and our friendly neighborhood high school student bitten by a radioactive spider – they’re all heroes of their own narratives, or if you like, protagonists within a Hero’s Journey. Identifying and analyzing the acts and stages of the Hero’s Journey can be difficult for students if not modeled first. This resource includes plot summaries from the above three well-kno
Preview of The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe Short Story Units - Questions - Activities

The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe Short Story Units - Questions - Activities

The Black Cat by Edgar Allan Poe - Print and go literacy analysis activities and short story annotations activities - A full text version of The Black Cat is included, along with Black Cat comprehension questions and Black Cat activities. These Poe themed lesson materials ask students to think deeply about text while practicing elements of literacy analysis. A great addition to a short story unit on classic literature, these short story reading comprehension resources include graphic organizers,
Preview of The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe Short Story Unit - Questions - Activities

The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe Short Story Unit - Questions - Activities

The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe - Print and go literacy analysis activities - A full text version of The Tell Tale Heart is included, along with The Tell Tale Heart comprehension questions activities. These Poe themed lesson materials ask students to think deeply about text while practicing elements of literacy analysis. A great addition to a short story unit on classic literature, these short story resources include graphic organizers, projects, questions, and answer keys.✅While this uni
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