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Preview of Literary Elements Depth and Complexity Frames for Figurative Language ELA

Literary Elements Depth and Complexity Frames for Figurative Language ELA

Teaching Literary Elements/Literary Devices or story elements? These Depth and Complexity Frames for English Language Arts will make your life so easy! You'll get 25 frames about reading and language arts ready to print and go! Yep, they're all done for you! Simply choose the topic you want students to explore, print and go! There are 25 frames done for you and ready to use right now to build student skills with analyzing using literary elements.Two of the frames are teaching frames, meaning the
Preview of Food Truck Festival - Engaging Independent Reading Project - PBL - STEM

Food Truck Festival - Engaging Independent Reading Project - PBL - STEM

Elevate the joy of independent reading in your classroom with a twist that's sure to ignite enthusiasm – host your very own Food Truck Festival! Building upon the success of my beloved Literary Feast project, I've taken it up a notch to bring you an EXTRAORDINARY Food Truck Festival project that combines literary exploration with the excitement of culinary creativity. This is not just an activity; it's an immersive experience designed to captivate your students' imaginations and showcase their i
Preview of I am Malala (Young Reader's Edition) Full Novel Unit

I am Malala (Young Reader's Edition) Full Novel Unit

Created by
Ready Set Sato
This unit was designed specifically to align to the common core standards and comes with and without the GATE depth and complexity symbols. Complete with an introductory ppt presentation, novel study pages, section quizzes, a final project, and essay options for every type of writing. This novel is a beautiful story of Malala, a young girl shot by the Taliban for standing up for education. It handles a sensitive topic beautifully and is an eye-opening, mind-expanding novel absolutely critical
Preview of Differentiated Lessons for Plot, Character, and Theme Using Pixar's "La Luna"

Differentiated Lessons for Plot, Character, and Theme Using Pixar's "La Luna"

Created by
The Book Somm
This set of standards-based lessons focuses on plot elements, characterization, conflict, and theme. Within each focus area, there are pages for use with students that are "approaching standard" and "on standard." There are additional pages for students who have mastered the standard and are ready to level up that focus on the coming of age genre and a paired non-fiction text (TED talk). Check out the preview for examples.My goal in teaching with films is to give students an understanding of lit
Preview of More Than A Scribble: A Creative Drawing Activity for Gifted & Talented Students

More Than A Scribble: A Creative Drawing Activity for Gifted & Talented Students

This activity promotes creative thinking as students transform scribble lines into ART! There are four pages of scribbles (24 total). In addition, there are ideas for extension activities in Reading, Science, and Social Studies!This is a great task for centers or early finishers!
Preview of Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen ELA Novel Test - Standards-Based Assessment

Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen ELA Novel Test - Standards-Based Assessment

End of novel test for Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen. This is the test I use at the end of my novel study. You can email me for an editable copy! This test includes 30 multiple choice questions and one short response prompt.
Preview of English Language Arts Concept Capsules | Set 3: Story Elements

English Language Arts Concept Capsules | Set 3: Story Elements

Trying to help students get a grasp of story elements? This set of story elements one-pagers (called Concept Capsules) is the answer! One teacher writes: Thanks for continuing to make the Concept Capsules!! I love them because I can create an awesome, easily accessible resource for students and parents in the Material section of Google Classroom, and I can include them individually, as needed, in a Google Slides presentation or an instructional video as we go along.  They're terrific!This set in
Preview of Blood on the River Socratic Seminar

Blood on the River Socratic Seminar

Kick your class discussions up a notch with this Socratic seminar for Blood on the River! I do it with my gifted students after they have read Elisa Carbone's Jamestown novel Blood on the River, and the discussions are always amazing! This activity includes 15 open-ended, thought-provoking questions guaranteed to get students talking. There are introductory questions about general themes in the novel, specific questions about the novel's characters and events, and closing questions to help stude
Preview of Rikki tikki tavi Socratic Seminar

Rikki tikki tavi Socratic Seminar

Engage your high-level students after they read "Rikki-tikki-tavi" by hosting a Socratic seminar! This structured, whole-class discussion activity is an excellent alternative to a traditional worksheet or test for checking comprehension and assessing students' analysis of the text.The seminar includes fourteen open-ended questions that invite students to analyze character, plot, theme, conflict, stereotyping, motivation, and personification in this classic animal story. There are also two follow
Preview of ELA Analysis Using Art - Task Cards - Theme - Citing Evidence - Setting - POV

ELA Analysis Using Art - Task Cards - Theme - Citing Evidence - Setting - POV

Unleash the power of cross-curricular engagement with this captivating art and ELA Task Card standard-based lesson! Immerse your students in an extraordinary educational experience that seamlessly weaves together the worlds of art and language arts. These meticulously crafted task cards are not just instructional tools; they are an expression of my passion for art and ELA, designed to elevate your classroom experience.Fueling creativity and critical thinking, students delve into the intricacies
Preview of Plot Elements Choice Menu Pack for Differentiation and Extension {Common Core}

Plot Elements Choice Menu Pack for Differentiation and Extension {Common Core}

This pack contains everything you need to implement a choice menu successfully in your classroom, whether it's the first or the millionth time. Based on Bloom's Taxonomy, it will challenge your students and allow them to choose how they show their learning in a way that enhances not just keeps them busy. *****Please download the preview for a birds-eye view of all the documents included in this pack.***** In this Plot Elements Choice Menu Pack you will receive: 1 description of Common Core
Preview of Black Duck by Janet Taylor Lisle Literature Study

Black Duck by Janet Taylor Lisle Literature Study

This literature study has it all to challenge readers! With a focus on setting, stagnant vs. dynamic characters, symbolism, personal values and debate, this study will keep students thinking long after they finish the book! Included:Lesson PlansPre-Reading Research on 1920s and ProhibitionCharacter Grid (mathematics integration)Short Answer Chapter QuestionsRating Scales (rate by opinion and justify)Choose Two (student choice for response)Discussion Cards Blank and with QuestionsAgree/Disagree
Preview of Story Elements and Devices Lesson Bundle! - Plot - Setting - POV - Conflict

Story Elements and Devices Lesson Bundle! - Plot - Setting - POV - Conflict

Energize your English Language Arts classroom with our comprehensive Story Elements & Literary Devices Bundle! This curated collection of engaging lessons and activities is designed to captivate your middle school and high school students while deepening their understanding of vital literary concepts. Key Features:Dynamic Lesson Variety: Transform your teaching with a diverse range of activities that break away from the ordinary. From interactive games to collaborative group work, this bund
Preview of Author's Study Using the Icons of Depth and Complexity (CCSS Aligned Grades 4-6)

Author's Study Using the Icons of Depth and Complexity (CCSS Aligned Grades 4-6)

Created by
The Fab Corner
This product has 12 reader response prompts, in 3 packets, for a total of 36 prompts. Use this as an extended homework assignment, book club/ literature circle prompts, independent class work, or as enrichment for GATE students. These were ideally made for an author's study using three books from the same writer. Alternatively, the first packet can be used on its own. These prompts align to the following Common Core standards for grades 4, 5, and 6: RL.1, RL.2, RL.3, RL.4, RL.6, RL.7, RL.9
Preview of Blood on the River Gallery Walk

Blood on the River Gallery Walk

Get students up and moving during your Blood on the River novel study! This gallery walk is an excellent post-reading novel study activity, giving students the chance to recall all kinds of important details and make rich connections to characters in the novel.If you teach Blood on the River, you won't want to miss the rest of my bestselling Blood on the River Novel Unit!To spark some rich class discussion after reading this novel, print the eight question pages and stick them on giant poster pa
Preview of See It Clearly: Using Literature to Teach Point of View, Perspective and Tone

See It Clearly: Using Literature to Teach Point of View, Perspective and Tone

This unit uses excerpts from literature to teach the sometimes difficult and abstract concept of point of view, perspective and tone. Students will look at the way the author crafts his/her work to create the personalities of the narrators. Word choice is a large focus of this unit along with thinking critically about how messages are conveyed through characterization. Excerpts used: Because of Mr. Terupt by Rob Buyea, The Wanderer by Sharon Creech and Wonder by R.J. Palacio Included: Graph
Preview of Short Story or Novel Study Summative Choice Project (Art & Literature)

Short Story or Novel Study Summative Choice Project (Art & Literature)

EDITABLE Literature Choice Projects with a Project Based Learning approach to a summative assessments on novels, short stories, etc. Comes with sample projects, rubrics, templates, and directions.Great for: Short Story or Novel Study Summative Assessments,Google Slides and Canva Templates provided.Students need a foundational understanding of LITERARY ANALYSIS to complete this project. This is the FINAL project, but consider a 3-5 Day Lesson Plan to cover the following topics: Theme, Symbolism,
Preview of There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom  Thinking Skills and Graphic Organizers

There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom Thinking Skills and Graphic Organizers

There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom by Louis Sachar There's a Boy in the Girls' Bathroom Thinking Skills and Graphic Organizers is a 33-page, two component resource for teaching Louis Sachar's popular story. Product Components: 1. Thinking Skills The THINK, WRITE, CREATE section offers a series of open-ended activities based on the higher level thinking skills of Bloom's Taxonomy. The items are organized as a section of chapter-by-chapter activities and a separate group of whole-book challe
Preview of Gift of the Magi: Narrative Elements Test

Gift of the Magi: Narrative Elements Test

This test is designed to pair with my adaptation of O. Henry’s short story “The Gift of the Magi.” However, the majority of the prompts may also fit with the original or other versions of the text. Check out the preview to see samples of the variety of test questions provided in this assessment! You can use the 100% editable Google Slides version to make a copy of the test and change anything to suit your teaching needs. Included in this product you will receive:6 page printable PDF with 25 asse
Preview of Jonathan Livingston Seagull: A Quick Literature Study

Jonathan Livingston Seagull: A Quick Literature Study

This literature study is short and sweet, just like the novel. It asks students to extend the metaphorical story of Jonathan into real world aspects. There are questions for Part One, Part Two and Part Three that can be differentiated based on student ability - these differentiation strategies are outlined in the lesson plans. As a final project, students are asked to find parallels between the novel and ideas, other documents or biographies. To do this, students must conduct outside research
Preview of Engaging Hexagonal Thinking Activity for "Freak the Mighty" - Critical Thinking

Engaging Hexagonal Thinking Activity for "Freak the Mighty" - Critical Thinking

Ignite your students' critical thinking and literary analysis skills with this captivating hexagonal thinking activity centered around the beloved novel "Freak the Mighty" by Rodman Philbrick. Perfect for middle and high school English Language Arts classrooms, this comprehensive lesson encourages students to delve deep into the themes, characters, and literary elements of the novel in a collaborative and interactive setting.What's Included:A detailed lesson plan outlining step-by-step instructi
Preview of Fantasy Fiction Book Club for ANY Fantasy Fiction Novel

Fantasy Fiction Book Club for ANY Fantasy Fiction Novel

Designed to be used with multiple book clubs simultaneously! Questions pertain to fantasy fiction (mostly fiction with animals as the main characters) but can also be used with other forms of fiction as well! If you liked, the Historical Fiction Book Clubs from Gifted & Giggles, this one will supplement it well for another round of book clubs! Included: 6 assignments with critical thinking questions Book Review Template Lesson Plans Discussion Recording Sheet Book Club Project- Create a
Preview of Rump: The True Story of Rumpelstiltskin Thinking Questions & Writing Extension

Rump: The True Story of Rumpelstiltskin Thinking Questions & Writing Extension

Contents:-Student pdf packet of Critical Thinking Questions for the entire book Rump that can be printed or sent to students digitally -Student directions for Choose Your Own Adventure Fractured Fairy Tale Writing Extension with graphic organizer-Teacher pdf packet that contains above resources combinedThis is a critical thinking reading packet I created to use with my students while we read the book Rump: The True Story of Rumpelstiltskin by Liesl Shurtliff. It includes critical thinking questi
Preview of Because of Mr. Terupt Literature Study

Because of Mr. Terupt Literature Study

Because of Mr. Terupt is a great read, but also a GREAT book to get your students thinking about point of view and perspective. This literature study focuses on those two things and more! As the characters each tell the story from their own point of view, your students also will learn about how an author develops characters, creates interactions between characters and how characters change because of others. With higher level comprehension questions, test-prep quizzes, and MORE for each mont
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