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Middle school close reading resources for Montessori
Morrie's Stories Lesson Book
When I began to teach essential literary concepts to my preschoolers, I found the need for some illustrations to help guide their understanding. I developed the Morrie's Stories Lesson Book to meet this need. This lesson book includes Montessori inspired cards to illustrate literary concepts, fully scripted lesson plans, and extension activities. This book contains four units and covers the basic elements of understanding literary fiction. The activities in each unit are designed to spread over
Grades:
PreK - 6th
Also included in: Literary Littles Reading Guides and Morrie's Story Lesson Book Bundle
Montessori Geological Time Work Part 1/Hadean, Archean + Proterozoic Eons
Montessori Geological Time Scale Work Part 1 - Precambrian-Hadean, Archean and Proterozoic Eons-Geological features, climate and life forms-Montessori 3 Part CardsLearn about the fascinating history of the very young Earth with this unit!The following materials are included:- 3 Eon Cards: Hadean, Archean and Proterozoic Eons (vocabulary cards and picture only cards with separate labels)- 3 Eon Info Cards (presenting specific information about each Eon)- 7 geological features, climate and life fo
Grades:
K - 6th
Seminar Key - How to Chart a Socratic Seminar as a Teacher
As a teacher, you will be participating very little (if at all) in Socratic Seminar. Instead, you will be filling out this key to chart the discussion. This resource gives you a reproducible key, an example of an A+ seminar in key form, and includes instructions for how to use the codes listed on the key when charting.
Grades:
7th - 12th
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Also included in: The Ultimate Socratic Seminar Bundle
Independent Reading Response to Fiction (Read to Self) Program
Looking for something to enhance and make worthwhile your 'read to self' time in the classroom? Are you exhausted by students who do not commit to books? We have the answer for your independent reading instruction that will also instill the love of reading in your classroom!!!! With this 33 page document you will receive a monthly program where your students will deepen their understanding of what they are reading through close and critical responses to the text. You (the teacher) will gain an a
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4th - 10th
Socratic Seminar Question Stems
This collection of Question Stems gives students sample text to draw from to help them formulate good Seminar questions and statements. This can be used as a scaffolding resource before students get comfortable coming up with their own, or as a handy reference for students who need it by their side.
Grades:
7th - 12th
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Also included in: The Ultimate Socratic Seminar Bundle
Socratic Seminar - Introduction (What Is Socratic Seminar?)
Transform students' critical text analysis and discussion skills by running Socratic Seminar (also known as Paideia and Harkness in some circles) with them. Not all discussion should go through the teacher - students need to be able to respond to each other. Both the physical layout of the classroom as well as the expectations for the Socratic Seminar will facilitate this. This document will orient you and your students to know what to expect when beginning your Socratic Seminar journey.Included
Grades:
7th - 12th
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Also included in: The Ultimate Socratic Seminar Bundle
Character Education Bundle Art Lessons Kindness Counts 7 Day Activities
These are lessons on diversity and teaching students the tools they need to be a good friend to everyone, no matter what their race, faith or creed. In this lesson you will have a discussion topic that can be adapted to your age group and an art lesson where you will create a 9" x 12" painting to commemorate what the student has learned. This lesson is an excellent resource for self discovery and self awareness, positivity and self esteem, also to promote kindness and peace.These project
Grades:
3rd - 6th
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Socratic Seminar Guideline Poster 18x24
This printable color, 18x24 poster serves as a reference to post on the wall to remind students of Socratic Seminar guidelines.
Grades:
7th - 12th
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Also included in: The Ultimate Socratic Seminar Bundle
Claudette Colvin Book Study She Persisted 3rd-5th Grade Comprehension Vocab Art
Claudette Colvin Book Study She Persisted 3rd-5th Grade Comprehension Vocab ArtBook studies that promote Emotional Intelligence Reading Comprehension with Vocabulary and Creative opportunities Story writingThis novel study offers the opportunity for students to go beyond reciting facts about the story to really engaging how he/she connects on a personal level with the characters and the situations in the story.This lesson can be printed off and your students can create a journal where they write
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1st - 6th
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Socratic Seminar Introduction Lesson Plan
This lesson plan helps guide you through using the "Introduction - What is Socratic Seminar?" handout
Grades:
7th - 12th
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Also included in: The Ultimate Socratic Seminar Bundle
Socratic Seminar Key for Teacher
This is a simple reproducible blank key for charting Socratic Seminar. It is included in other items in my store, but if you only need the key, you can purchase this item.
Grades:
7th - 12th
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Also included in: The Ultimate Socratic Seminar Bundle
Mr. Popper's Penguins Book Study 1st-6th Grade Comprehension Vocab Art
Mr. Popper's Penguins Book Study is a comprehensive resource is designed to captivate your students' imaginations while fostering a love for reading and learning.Here's what our Mr. Popper's Penguins Book Study has in store for you and your students:Engaging Storytelling: Delight your students with the heartwarming tale of Mr. Popper and his extraordinary penguin companions. This classic children's book takes young readers on a magical journey as Mr. Popper's life takes a surprising turn when he
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1st - 6th
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Annotation Bookmarks
These fiction/non-fiction annotation bookmarks remind students what they can do while they're annotating, describes how to do it, and gives examples. They also have images to remind students of these annotation techniques, and suggested symbols at the bottom. Students can keep these in their books, binders, or notebooks to help them annotate!
Grades:
7th - 10th
A Bear Called Paddington Novel Study Grade 3-5 Comprehension Vocab Art
A Bear Called Paddington by Michael Bond Novel Study Reading Comprehension with Vocabulary and Creative opportunities This novel study offers the opportunity for students to go beyond reciting facts about the story to really engaging how he/she connects on a personal level with the characters and the situations in the story.This lesson can be printed off and your students can create a journal where they write the answers right inside their journal. Easy for them to hang onto and very organized
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2nd - 6th
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Motif Chart, Reading Strategy worksheet for secondary high school novel
Prepare for an analysis essay with this motif tracker! Find all the reoccurring words and visuals and evaluate them gradually as you read the text and the motifs evolve. A great strategy for students to practice close reading and to engage them in active, thoughtful reading that aligns to a summative assessment on motifs. Students in college-level courses could also benefit from this chart to help them prepare for a lit paper, though it is designed for grades 8-12. Creative Curriculum Co. creat
Grades:
8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Ida B Wells Book Study Who Was Series 3rd-5th Grade Comprehension Vocab Art
Discover the Extraordinary Life of Ida B. Wells! Attention, elementary teachers! Introducing a captivating new addition to your classroom library: "Who Was Ida B. Wells." This remarkable biography will take your students on an unforgettable journey through history, empowering them with knowledge and inspiring them to make a difference. Immerse your students in the incredible life of Ida B. Wells, a trailblazing journalist, civil rights activist, and fearless advocate for justice. This book stud
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1st - 6th
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Under the Egg Book Study 3rd-7th Grade Comprehension Vocab Art
Looking for a book study lesson that will captivate and challenge your elementary school students? Look no further than our Under the Egg Book study lesson, which delves into the thrilling mystery of a young girl who uncovers the secrets of her family's past and the priceless artwork hidden within their home.In this lesson, students will read the book and engage in discussions, activities, and assessments that will deepen their understanding of the story and its themes. Our lesson plan includes
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3rd - 7th
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Clause Analysis Activity Cutouts (Montessori print, fold, cut, and glue)
Advance from simple Sentence Analysis skills to multiple-clause complex sentences. Print single sided in color, then fold down the middle, glue, and cut out each arrow (each should be double-sided after folding).Write sentences on strips of paper, and have students rip off the principle clause and place it on the big red rectangle, than rip off one clause at a time that answers a question on the arrows, placing each black and orange arrow pointing out from the predicate (and blue out from the bl
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5th - 8th
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Sentence Analysis Activity Cutouts (Montessori print, fold, cut, and glue)
Build sentence analysis skills from simple noun+verb to long compound sentences. Print single sided in color, then fold down the middle, glue, and cut out each arrow and shape (each should be double-sided after folding).Write sentences on strips of paper, and have students rip off the predicate and place it on the big red circle, than rip off one part at a time that answers a question on the arrows, placing each black and orange arrow pointing out from the predicate, until whole sentences is dec
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3rd - 6th
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Daily Cafe Dual Language Posters
These are the title posters for the daily cafe. (Title only)
Grades:
K - 8th
20 MONTESSORI BLUE SERIES FLASHCARDS | 100 Words
20 MONTESSORI BLUE SERIES FLASHCARDS100 words Ready to print PDFFollow to be notified first about new resources and freebies!I am a new creator and would love your feedback!
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Grades:
PreK - 6th
Frindle Book Study 3rd-5th Grade Comprehension Vocab Art
Get ready for a reading adventure like no other with our exciting Frindle book study! Join the incredible journey of Nick Allen as he turns the world upside down with his imaginative creation. This captivating story by Andrew Clements is the perfect opportunity for you to explore the power of words, creativity, and friendship.Here's why our Frindle book study is a must-have for your reading list:Unleash Your Imagination: Frindle takes you on a wild ride where words come alive. Join Nick as he ch
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1st - 6th
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No Talking Book Study Andrew Clements 3rd-5th Grade Comprehension Vocab Art
Join the incredible world of Andrew Clements as he weaves a story filled with humor, challenges, and the power of words. This engaging book is the perfect opportunity for you to explore the importance of communication, empathy, and finding common ground.Here's why our No Talking book study is a must-have for your reading adventures:Spark Your Imagination: No Talking will transport you into the world of Dave Packer and his classmates, where silence becomes the ultimate challenge. Follow their adv
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1st - 6th
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Indigenous Peoples'/American Indian Hands-On Research
This is a hands-on research activity meant to accompany the reading “Beyond the Thanksgiving Myth” from the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian, available here: http://nmai.si.edu/sites/1/files/pdf/education/NMAI_Harvest_Study_Guide.pdf
I hope this resource helps you facilitate conversations with your mid/upper elementary students around the history of Thanksgiving.
Grades:
3rd - 6th
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