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Text Evidence Expository Essay Writing for Middle School ELA PRINT & DIGITAL

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Text Evidence Expository Essay Writing is a comprehensive Common Core aligned writing resource that includes everything you need to teach your students how to write an expository essay requiring text evidence! * UPDATED on 9/14/20 to include updated

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, ELA Test Prep, Tools for Common Core

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Google Apps, Lesson

$6.50

419

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Reading Comprehension & Writing Skill of the Day Spiral Review BUNDLE

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Get ready to unchain yourself from boring review and test prep with 150 daily reading and writing spiral review bellringers! That's 30 weeks of argument, narrative, and informative writing review, as well as central idea, text structure, inference,

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Reading, ELA Test Prep, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Activities, Printables

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Word Wall TESTING POWER WORDS Academic Vocabulary and Interactive Notes

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Using word walls as classroom decor is the one of the best ways to improve your middle school students' academic vocabulary. These 14 “Power Words” are command verbs that show up on every single test students will take. Understanding them is the key

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Tools for Common Core, Test Preparation

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

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Word Walls, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

$3.00

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RACES Text Evidence Expository Essay Writing: GRADES 4-5

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Text Evidence Expository Essay Writing This step-by-step writing unit includes everything you need to teach your students how to write an expository essay requiring text evidence. Better yet, the body paragraph model can be used independently to

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, ELA Test Prep, Writing-Essays

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Handouts, Lesson, Centers

CCSS:

RL.4.2, RL.5.2, W.4.2, W.4.4, W.4.9, W.5.1c, W.5.2, W.5.2a, W.5.2b, W.5.2d, W.5.2e...

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Context Clues PowerPoint, Notes, Practice Worksheets, & Test

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Context Clues Teach, Practice, Test♥ A Context Clues PowerPoint show is now included! ♥Using context clues to define unfamiliar words is essential to comprehension; however, most kids struggle with it. This scaffolded, interactive unit will go a

Subjects:

Vocabulary, ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Interactive Notebooks, Centers

$8.00

104

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Middle School Listening Activities - Creepy Podcasts Bundle

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Want fun "scary" activites without the fuss? These four NO PREP, interactive, high-interest podcast activities will captivate your students! The Creepy & Chilling podcast bundle can be used any time of year. Yes, it is perfect for Halloween,

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Writing, Halloween

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.1, RI.6.10, RI.7.1, RI.7.10, RI.8.1, RI.8.10, W.6.1, W.6.2b, W.6.3, W.6.9, W.7.1...

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Paired Passages for Grades 6 and 7

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

These paired passage lessons provide perfect guided practice for thorough ELA test prep! Students will learn specific methods to help them answer multiple choice, short response, and extended response questions on an ELA exam. Includes the

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies, Tools for Common Core

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Lesson

$5.50

173

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Test Tips Test Prep Flipbook for Middle School English

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Test Tips: Take the "sting" out of "testing!" Make test prep fun and easy with this engaging test tip flip book. Your students will enjoy creating the interactive book and reading and responding to tips; I know mine do! The best part is that they

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Activities, Printables

$4.99

169

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Characterization Test Google Form and Print

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Teaching characterization requires practice and this assessment can help you determine if your students grasp the basic concepts. It's ready-made and customizable, this resource is perfect for you! Simply edit as you'd like, share the link and have

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Literature

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.6.3, RL.7.3, RL.8.3

$3.00

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Theme Test Google Form and Print

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

If you've taught themes in literature and need an assessment that includes editable questions, this will be perfect! Simply share the link and have your students complete the Google form. The multiple-choice questions will self grade and the short

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Literature

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.6.2, RL.7.2, RL.8.2

$3.00

Digital Download PDF (4.68 MB)

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Urban Legends Podcast Listening Skills, Mystery Picture, Writing Activities

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Want a great middle school activity that's interactive, informative, and requires no prep? Listen, Learn, Write: Urban Legends is an awesome, simple-to-use podcast activity that will teach your students all about urban legends by walking them

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Writing, Halloween

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.1, RI.6.10, RI.7.1, RI.7.10, RI.8.1, RI.8.10, W.6.1, W.6.9, W.6.10, W.7.1, W.7.9...

$4.00

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Author's Purpose and POV Test Google Form and Print

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

If you've taught author's purpose and perspective or point of view and need an assessment that includes editable questions, this will be perfect! Simply share the link and have your students complete the Google form. The multiple-choice questions

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.6, RI.7.6, RI.8.6

$3.00

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Paired Passages for Grades 7 and 8

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

These paired passage lessons provide guided practice for thorough ELA test prep! Students will learn specific methods to help them answer multiple choice, short response, and extended response questions on an ELA exam. Includes the

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies, Tools for Common Core

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Lesson

$5.50

108

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Summarizing & Paraphrasing Test Google Form and Print

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

If you'd like a summarizing and paraphrasing assessment that is ready-made and customizable, this resource is perfect for you! Simply edit as you'd like, share the link and have your students complete the Google form. The multiple-choice questions

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.R.2

$3.00

Digital Download ZIP (9.95 MB)

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Central Idea Test Google Form and Print

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

If you've taught nonfiction central idea and need an assessment that includes editable questions, this will be perfect! Simply share the link and have your students complete the Google form. The multiple-choice questions will self grade and the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.2, RI.7.2, RI.8.2

$3.00

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Text Structure: Test Google Form and Print

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

If you've taught nonfiction text structure and need an assessment that includes editable questions, this will be perfect! Simply share the link and have your students complete the Google form. The multiple-choice questions will self grade and the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.5, RI.7.5, RI.8.5

$3.00

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Literary Terms Test Google Form

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

This ready-made assessment on literary term definitions can be used as a middle school ELA diagnostic exam or as a final exam. It can be combined with other questions or can be used on its own. ALL 72 questions are completely editable! That's right.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Literature

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

$3.00

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Artificial Intelligence Podcast Listening and Writing Activities

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

We can't seem to get away from the "chatter" about AI these days. Capitalize on your students' fascination with artificial intelligence tools like ChatGPT with this no-prep, interactive podcast activity. It's the perfect way to get them thinking

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, ELA Test Prep, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Internet Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.1, RI.6.10, RI.7.1, RI.7.10, RI.8.1, RI.8.10, W.6.1, W.6.9, W.6.10, W.7.1, W.7.9...

$4.00

Online Resource
Google Drive™ folder

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Setting, Mood, and Tone Test Google Form and Print

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Have you taught setting, mood, and tone? If you need an assessment that includes editable questions, this resource is perfect for you! Simply share the link and have your students complete the Google form. The multiple-choice questions will self

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Literature

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.6.1, RL.6.4, RL.6.5, RL.7.1, RL.7.3, RL.7.4, RL.8.1, RL.8.4

$3.00

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Point of View Test Google Form and Print

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

This ready-made assessment on point of view will be a great tool to inform instruction. It is customizable; simply edit as you'd like, share the link and have your students complete the Google form. The multiple-choice and fill in the blank

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Literature

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.6.1, RL.6.6, RL.7.1, RL.7.6, RL.8.1, RL.8.6

$3.00

Digital Download ZIP (12.61 MB)

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I've been teaching middle school English Language Arts for the past 15 years, and I've been in the same district for over 20. Although I've taught many grade levels, my heart belongs to my 6th, 7th, and 8th grade ELA classes. I love to create lessons that appeal to their natural curiosity and enthusiasm. Yes, middle school students can be a challenge, but we all need something to keep us on our toes. :)

MY TEACHING STYLE

I strive to be the ELA teacher I would want my own children to have. That means differentiating instruction and challenging students at every ability level. It also means being interesting! Teaching is 3/4 theater. Finally, it all comes down to demonstrating respect for students and appreciating them for who they are right now. As teachers, the promise of the future is in our hands. I try to remember that every single day.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Although I am honored to be the recipient of honors and awards from my school district, my most cherished "trophy" is a battered, second-hand binder filled with letters and poems from thankful students and parents. That binder is precious to me and never fails to warm my heart.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

My master's degree is from Stony Brook University, and I am certified to teach English 7-12 and Elementary Education N-6.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

When I'm not writing or teaching, I love to play tennis, read, and travel with my family. You and I can hang out together at my blog ELABuffet We'll settle in for some teaching tips, free resources, and a whole lot of fun!

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3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool, Staff

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary, Specialty, Social Studies, U.S. History, ELA Test Prep, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Professional Development, Study Skills, Problem Solving, Short Stories, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Halloween, The New Year, Valentine's Day, Presidents' Day, Tools for Common Core, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, For Administrators, Test Preparation, End of Year, Close Reading, Social Emotional Learning