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Common Core RL.6.4 resources for GATE
Text Analysis | Critical Thinking | Outside the Box Project
This Text Analysis project (which can be used with narrative, expository, and persuasive texts) will have your students thinking long after they have finished the project, and will help them think more objectively about future readings!Students will be required to talk about the text, its author, as well as the purpose, goals, and more.With six mini-projects to complete (which includes the student's name), this is sure to be a thought-provoking experience for students.Included in Your Purchase T
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6th - 8th
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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
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6th - 9th
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I am Malala (Young Reader's Edition) Full Novel Unit
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
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.
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen - Creative and Engaging Novel Unit
Word Trek Book Two: Part Two: Lessons 7-12
This is PART TWO: LESSONS 7-12, from Word Trek Book Two, offered as an option for those who wish to purchase the program in separate lesson sets over a period of time. For a link to the full book, download the Free Preview.
Each of the six lessons in this teaching pack, like all lessons from Work Trek Book Two, is constructed around one or more Greek and Latin base words and a set of TEN ADVANCED VOCABULARY WORDS, several of which are derived from the targeted base word(s). The study beg
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5th - 8th
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Alliteration | Tongue Twister Free ESCAPE ROOM - Fun Close Reading Activity
Get your students laughing and using critical thinking to complete puzzle challenges with this FREE Escape Room activity! This resource includes 45 minutes of activities such as Vocabulary Word Match, Deductive Logic Puzzle, Scour the Scene & Decipher Clues. Perfect for grades 4-6 reading comprehension and close reading skills.All tasks in this challenge are related to TONGUE TWISTERS and require students to use several reading comprehension skills.(Check out the PREVIEWS, older or slightly
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4th - 7th
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Literary Elements Secret Picture Puzzle Tiles Literary Devices Activity
Looking for a great literary elements activity that students enjoy? This set of 10 secret picture puzzles covers a vast list of literary terms and literary devices (nearly 100 in all!). They're surprisingly low prep for how much they teach about literary devices. Students cut the pieces apart and match the meaning or example to the literary device or story element. When they do it correctly, they make a completed picture. Can you say "self-checking?" Do your students love secret picture tiles ye
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6th - 8th
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Literary Elements Secret Picture Tiles Literary Devices BUNDLE Digital & Print
Looking for a great literary elements activity for distance learning or a printable activity for classroom use? This set of 10 puzzles covers a vast list of literary terms and literary devices (nearly 100 in all!). Do your students love secret picture tiles yet? They're not just for younger students! Even older students will love this set!These Literary Elements Secret Picture Tile Puzzles are:✅ self-checking (Students can tell right away if they're correct!)✅ interactive (In the digital version
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Not Grade Specific
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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
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6th - 9th
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Author's Study Using the Icons of Depth and Complexity (CCSS Aligned Grades 4-6)
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
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4th - 6th
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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
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Graph
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4th - 8th
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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,
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5th - 12th
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Caesar's English 1 Lesson 1 & 2 Folder with 6 Components
The quizzes and activities in this Google Drive Folder support Caesar's English 1 by Michael Thompson and Myriam Thompson. The Google Drive Folder includes:*a printable Google Doc pre/post quiz to use as a formative assessment before the book test*a digital quiz in Google Forms*a Google Slides Presentation to use for learning the Caesar's English Vocabulary Words in a fun way for Lesson 2 and a follow-up assignment*a Google Slides Presentation to use for learning the Caesar's English Stems in Le
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Caesar's English 1 Lessons 1-10 Bundled Folders
Sled Dog School Novel Companion
Now with digital slides for google drive for in-person or distance learning. This 65+ page novel unit is packed with NO PREP and low prep comprehension, vocabulary, analysis and story elements activities! Perfect for small group, whole group or independent work when reading Sled Dog School by Terry Lynn Johnson.As you read Sled Dog School , students will:define and provide examples of important vocabulary in the textthink critically to analyze the textinfer and evaluate character traits compare
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2nd - 6th
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The Hobbit - A book unit to take you there and back again
This is an engaging and scaffolded book unit designed for The Hobbit, by J.R.R. Tolkien. It includes comprehension questions, vocabulary, quizzes, projects (learning menus), and a final test. This unit lends itself well to Reading Response Notebooks or something similar, but can also be used without. The comprehension questions tie directly into the Common Core requirements of using evidence from text to support answers. It can be used as whole class instruction or in small groups. The unit
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6th - 10th
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STEAM Through the Year: Mathematics – Spring Bundle (March, April and May)
Special bundle pricing, each unit is priced at $4.95 each when purchased separately, $12.95 for the bundle. Buy the bundle for a sweet spring deal and save over 12%! STEAM Through the Year: Mathematics Spring Bundle for March, April and May guides you through three months of STEAM lessons and projects. Students build mathematical proficiency with monthly-thematic lessons correlated to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards. Here you will find easy-to-use lessons providing prac
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1st - 6th, Not Grade Specific
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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!
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6 assignments with critical thinking questions
Book Review Template
Lesson Plans
Discussion Recording Sheet
Book Club Project- Create a
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
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: The Gift of the Magi Close Reading Unit Bundle
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
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5th - 8th
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STEAM Through the Year: Mathematics – October Edition
STEAM Through the Year: Mathematics for October guides you through the month with STEAM lessons and projects. Students build mathematical proficiency with monthly-thematic lessons correlated to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards. Here you will find easy-to-use lessons providing practical strategies and problem-solving activities. The math and poetry lessons are themed around October special days and holidays – Apple Month, United Nations Day, Statue of Liberty Dedication D
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1st - 6th, Not Grade Specific
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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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4th - 7th
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Gift of the Magi O. Henry Question Loop - Trail Activity - Active ELA Lesson
Transform your classroom with this dynamic and educational activity designed to enhance student engagement while delving into the timeless short story "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry. This activity goes beyond traditional methods, incorporating movement to create a memorable and effective learning experience.Key Features:❄️ Engaging Analysis: Students will dive deep into the short story, analyzing story elements, and exploring literary devices to develop a comprehensive understanding.❄️ Story
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Winter Themed Resources and Lessons Middle School ELA Skills
Literary Elements Secret Picture Tiles Digital Activity
Looking for a great literary elements activity for distance learning or digital centers? This set of 10 puzzles covers a vast list of literary terms and literary devices (nearly 100 in all!). Do your students love secret picture tiles yet? They're not just for younger students! These Literary Elements Secret Picture Tile Puzzles are:✅ self-checking (Students can tell right away if they're correct!)✅ interactive (Students drag the correct piece over to reveal a picture!)✅ compatible with Google C
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Not Grade Specific
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Counting by 7s Literature Study
Do you want your students to experience a book? Really dig deep and make meaning of the text? Find personal and real-world connections while still hitting content standards? If so, this is the literature study for you!A complete unit for Counting by 7s! Created to enhance the book experience, the activities range from setting, character, reinventing the story and a variety of critical thinking questions all designed with the Common Core in mind! Just watch as your classroom transforms into
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4th - 7th
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