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Other (social studies) Common Core RL.9-10.1 resources
Freedom Writers Film Unit: Common Core-Aligned Assignments & Activities
This 46-page movie guide for "Freedom Writers" allows you to share this inspirational film with your students while also incorporating meaningful writing and literature learning activities aligned to Common Core Standards.
Student Resources (19 pages) include:
Coming Attractions (Pre-Viewing Activity):
•"The Line" Activity & Student Reflection (Try it for FREE HERE!)
Feature Film (During-Viewing Assignments):
•Character Growth Graphic Organizer
•Character Growth Analysis
•Journal Entries
Grades:
7th - 12th
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Murder Mystery Activity w/out the Murder Who Poisoned Willy Wonka
Who Poisoned Willy Wonka is an interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking, character analysis and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a mystery involving some of the greatest literary characters of all time.This is a great group activity, classroom team activity, or center activity. It is a great way to introduce units on mystery, character, literature or just for a fun and engaging activity. It is also great for classroom parties or bonu
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Whodunit? - Who Stole Dracula's Coffin? - A Classroom Mystery Inference Activity
Who Stole Dracula's Coffin? is an interactive classroom activity that promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking, character analysis and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a mystery involving some of the greatest literary characters of all time. There are two versions included - one with a named thief and the second, where student consensus determines who committed the crime. Murder mystery game without the murder.This is a great group activity, classroom team activit
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Murder Mystery, Reader's Theater, Games - Halloween Activities BUNDLE
Murder Mystery Activity - w/out the Murder: Who Poisoned Sherlock Holmes
This interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking, character analysis and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a mystery involving some of the greatest literary characters of all time.This is a great group activity, classroom team activity, or center activity. It is a great way to introduce units on mystery, character, literature or just for a fun and engaging activity. It is also great for classroom parties or bonus time.This resource inclu
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Classroom Murder Mystery Activity: Frankenstein: Who Killed the House Maid?
This interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a murder mystery set right after Victor Frankenstein creates his monster. No knowledge of the novel is necessary; however, this is a great activity if you've read the novel.This is a great group activity, classroom team activity, or center activity. It is a great way to introduce units on mystery, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein or just for a fun and enga
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education
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"The Seventh Man" Haruki Murakami Short Story Lesson Plan
Haruki Murakami's short story "The Seventh Man" offers a rich tapestry of themes including trauma, guilt, redemption, and the powerful forces of nature—both external and internal. Murakami's evocative prose and intricate narrative structure provide ample opportunities for deep literary analysis, fostering critical thinking and honing interpretative skills. By delving into the protagonist's journey, students can explore the universality of human experiences, fostering empathy and broader worldvie
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Also included in: 10th Grade Diverse Short Stories, Personal Essays, and Poems Unit
Ordeal by Cheque for the 21st Century - Cash App Version
Thinking like a historian involves reading between the lines, making inferences, and using evidence to support your claims. This exercise will give students an opportunity to do that with a set of primary source documents crafted to test those skills. The assignment is an update of the “short story” called Ordeal by Cheque. This classic story by Wuther Crue was published in Vanity Fair magazine in 1932 and consists entirely of a series of 45 checks written by two members of a family. By examinin
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Forest Gump Video Guide: Worksheets, Close Reading, Coloring, & More!
✨ Unlock the Educational Value of the blockbuster video Forest Gump in Your Classroom! ✨The Problem:Most movie worksheets only check for Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1 knowledge, leaving students unchallenged and disengaged.The Solution:My worksheet spans all Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1-4, challenging students to not just watch the video but to analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions.Hello Fellow Educators! I've crafted a unique and engaging lesson plan centered around this video. This is
Grades:
9th - 12th
The Only Road Lit Log (Novel Study) (For Distance or Classroom Learning)
This is a lit log for The Only Road, a realistic fiction by Alexandra Diaz, about a boy and his cousin who flee their Guatemalan village to live with a brother in the United States. Even though this story is fictional, it is like the millions of real immigrants whose "only road" is to travel illegally into the United States. Themes are: immigration, undocumented immigrates, gangs and violence, bravery and fear, family and friendship. This lit log could be used as a guide for direc
Grades:
6th - 9th
Double Sci-Fi Bundle Video Guides: Ready Player One, & Back to the Future!
✨ Raise your students' engagement and imagination with these video guides for "Ready Player One" and "Back to the Future" in your classroom! ✨Embark on a journey of adventure and discovery with the "Double Sci-Fi Video Guide Bundle." This collection features two worksheets for these iconic films, each offering a unique exploration of innovative concepts and futuristic challenges. Designed to captivate and educate, these films showcase characters who navigate through complex virtual and time-tra
Grades:
8th - 12th
"People Like Us" by Emi Mahmoud Spoken Word Poem Lesson Plan
Introduce your students to the evocative world of Emi Mahmoud's "People Like Us" - a poignant dive into identity, belonging, and the human experience. Emi Mahmoud's spoken word poem "People Like Us" offers a rare opportunity for high school students to connect with topics of global relevance, from refugee experiences to the broader themes of displacement and resilience. By teaching this piece, educators can:Encourage Empathy & Understanding: Mahmoud’s visceral language and imagery allows stu
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Also included in: 10th Grade Diverse Short Stories, Personal Essays, and Poems Unit
35 Discussion Task Cards for Literature Circles
Spark engaging conversations with Literature Circle Discussion Task Cards!Are your students struggling to keep conversation going during book club meetings? Do they love their novels, but don't know how to engage in discussion? These task cards offer 35 creative, critical thinking questions to prompt engaging, in depth discussion around literature circle or choice reading novels. Each card has one prompting question that addresses the novel's character, theme, setting, mood, and plot. Simply cut
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: Book Club Discussion Activity BUNDLE
A Million Miles Away Video Guide: Worksheets, Reading, Coloring Sheets, & More!
Unlock the Educational Value of the Video "A Million Miles Away" in Your Classroom!The Problem:Most movie worksheets only check for Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1 knowledge, leaving students unchallenged and disengaged.The Solution:My worksheet spans all Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1-4, challenging students to not just watch the video but to analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions.Hello Fellow Educators! I've crafted a unique and engaging lesson plan centered around this video. This isn't j
Grades:
9th - 12th
One Night in Miami... Video Guide: Worksheets, Coloring, Reading, & More!
Unlock the Educational Value of the Video "One Night in Miami" in Your Classroom!The Problem:Most movie worksheets only check for Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1 knowledge, leaving students unchallenged and disengaged.The Solution:My worksheet spans all Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1-4, challenging students to not just watch the video but to analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions.Hello Fellow Educators! I've crafted a unique and engaging lesson plan centered around this video. This isn't jus
Grades:
9th - 12th
"Looking for the Gulf Motel" by Richard Blanco Poem Lesson Plan
Dive deep into "Looking for the Gulf Motel" with this enriching Richard Blanco poem lesson plan. Tailored for high school English classes, this resource invites students to explore themes of change and memory through various engaging activities, including a kinesthetic anticipation guide and an OPTIC analysis of Salvador Dali's "The Persistence of Memory".Explore the rich and evocative world of "Looking for the Gulf Motel" by Richard Blanco with this immersive high school English lesson plan.Thi
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Also included in: 10th Grade Diverse Short Stories, Personal Essays, and Poems Unit
American Pastime Video Guide: Worksheets, Close Reading, Coloring, & More!
Unlock the Educational Value of the Video "American Pastime" in Your Classroom!The Problem:Most movie worksheets only check for Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1 knowledge, leaving students unchallenged and disengaged.The Solution:My worksheet spans all Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1-4, challenging students to not just watch the video but to analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions.Hello Fellow Educators! I've crafted a unique and engaging lesson plan centered around this video. This isn't just
Grades:
9th - 12th
Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner Personal Essay Lesson Plan
Immerse your students in a journey of self-discovery and cultural exploration with this detailed lesson plan based on the poignant personal essay, "Crying in H Mart" by Michelle Zauner.This lesson not only delves deep into the personal narratives and vivid imageries painted by Zauner but also offers a rich educational experience grounded in multidisciplinary learning. Here are the unique features and benefits of incorporating this lesson into your curriculum:BenefitsCultural Competency: Students
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Also included in: 10th Grade Diverse Short Stories, Personal Essays, and Poems Unit
Elvis 2023 Video Guide: Worksheets, Reading, Coloring Sheets, & More!
Unlock the Educational Value of the Video "Elvis" in Your Classroom!The Problem:Most movie worksheets only check for Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1 knowledge, leaving students unchallenged and disengaged.The Solution:My worksheet spans all Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1-4, challenging students to not just watch the video but to analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions.Hello Fellow Educators! I've crafted a unique and engaging lesson plan centered around this video. This isn't just a video gui
Grades:
9th - 12th
Napoleon Video Guide: Worksheets, Reading, Coloring Sheets, & More!
Unlock the Educational Value of the Video "Napoleon" in Your Classroom!The Problem:Most movie worksheets only check for Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1 knowledge, leaving students unchallenged and disengaged.The Solution:My worksheet spans all Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1-4, challenging students to not just watch the video but to analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions.Hello Fellow Educators! I've crafted a unique and engaging lesson plan centered around this video. This isn't just a video
Grades:
9th - 12th
Coco Video Guide: Worksheets, Close Reading, Coloring Sheets & More!
✨ Unleash the Engagement of Coco in Your Classroom! ✨The Problem:Most movie worksheets only check for Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1 knowledge, leaving students unchallenged and disengaged.The Solution:My worksheet spans all Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1-4, challenging students to not just watch the video but to analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions.Hello Fellow Educators! I've crafted a unique and engaging lesson plan centered around this video. This isn't just a video guide—it's an chal
Grades:
7th - 12th
Unbroken Video Guide: Worksheets, Close Reading, Coloring Sheets, & More!
Unlock the Educational Value of the Video "Unbroken" in Your Classroom!The Problem:Most movie worksheets only check for Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1 knowledge, leaving students unchallenged and disengaged.The Solution:My worksheet spans all Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1-4, challenging students to not just watch the video but to analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions.Hello Fellow Educators! I've crafted a unique and engaging lesson plan centered around this video. This isn't just a video
Grades:
9th - 12th
Captain Phillips Video Guide: Worksheets, Reading, Coloring Sheets, & More!
Unlock the Educational Value of the Video "Captain Phillips" in Your Classroom!The Problem:Most movie worksheets only check for Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1 knowledge, leaving students unchallenged and disengaged.The Solution:My worksheet spans all Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1-4, challenging students to not just watch the video but to analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions.Hello Fellow Educators! I've crafted a unique and engaging lesson plan centered around this video. This isn't just
Grades:
9th - 12th
The Prestige Video Guide: Worksheets, Close Reading, Coloring Sheets, & More!
Unlock the Educational Value of the Video "The Prestige" in Your Classroom!The Problem:Most movie worksheets only check for Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1 knowledge, leaving students unchallenged and disengaged.The Solution:My worksheet spans all Depth of Knolwedge Level (DOK) 1-4, challenging students to not just watch the video but to analyze, evaluate, and draw conclusions.Hello Fellow Educators! I've crafted a unique and engaging lesson plan centered around this video. This isn't just a vi
Grades:
9th - 12th
"Mother Tongue" Amy Tan Narrative Essay Lesson Plan
Amy Tan's narrative essay "Mother Tongue" offers a rich tapestry of themes including trauma, guilt, redemption, and the powerful forces of nature—both external and internal. Murakami's evocative prose and intricate narrative structure provide ample opportunities for deep literary analysis, fostering critical thinking and honing interpretative skills. By delving into the protagonist's journey, students can explore the universality of human experiences, fostering empathy and broader worldviews. Th
Grades:
9th - 12th
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