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Narrative Writing Unit - Personal & Fictional Narrative - PRINT & DIGITAL

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Narrative Writing is fun and easy with the step-by-step instructions and mini-lessons included in this unit! It covers personal narrative writing, fictional narrative writing, and biographical narrative writing. It includes full-length mentor texts

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

CCSS:

W.6.3, W.6.3a, W.6.3b, W.6.3c, W.6.3d, W.6.3e, W.6.10, W.7.3, W.7.3a, W.7.3b, W.7.3c...

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Argumentative Writing Slideshow & Notes Middle School ELA PRINT & DIGITAL

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Argument writing will be a lot easier to teach with this step-by-step interactive PowerPoint and/or Google Slides presentation with guided notes. Created specifically for middle school students, it tackles the challenges of the argumentative essay

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, Homeschool

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Scaffolded Notes, Google Apps

CCSS:

W.6.1, W.6.1a, W.6.1b, W.6.1c, W.6.1d, W.6.1e, W.7.1, W.7.1a, W.7.1b, W.7.1c, W.7.1d...

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Argument Writing, Narrative Writing, Informational Writing PRINT & DIGITAL

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Argument, narrative, and informative essays are fun and easy to teach when you use strong mentor texts and a step-by-step process. These highly-rated writing units include everything you need, all in one place.Each writing resource is comprehensive

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

CCSS:

RI.6.5, RI.6.6, RI.7.5, RI.7.6, RI.8.5, RI.8.6, W.6.1, W.6.1a, W.6.1b, W.6.1c, W.6.1d...

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Summarizing & Paraphrasing Practice Worksheets and Test PRINT & DIGITAL

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Teach students to summarize and paraphrase fiction and nonfiction with 6 high-interest texts, beautifully designed instructional handouts, and worksheets. An editable test in Google Drive is also included, as are blank graphic organizers that can

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Google Apps

$4.50

175

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Summarizing & Paraphrasing PowerPoint, Notes, Worksheets, Test PRINT & DIGITAL

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Summarizing and paraphrasing fiction and nonfiction passages using the Teach, Practice, Test method is the best way to ensure mastery of these important skills. Step-by-step directions show you how to begin by using the PowerPoint and guided notes

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Interactive Notebooks, Google Apps

$7.99

206

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ELA Reading Comprehension & Writing Skill of the Day Spiral Review Set 1

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Are you spending too much time on middle school ELA test prep, reviewing reading comprehension and writing skills you've already taught? Here's a great low-prep solution to reinforce argument writing, informative writing, narrative writing, as well

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.6.1, RL.6.2, RL.6.3, RL.6.4, RL.6.5, RL.6.6, RL.6.10, RL.7.1, RL.7.2, RL.7.3, RL.7.4...

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Feature Article Research Paper Writing Workshop PRINT & DIGITAL

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Say the words “research paper” to middle school students and their groans will echo through the school like a yodel in the Grand Canyon. Introduce the term feature article, and you have a fighting chance of piquing their curiosity. I promise you, it

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Projects, Google Apps

CCSS:

W.6.2, W.6.2a, W.6.2b, W.6.2c, W.6.2d, W.6.2f, W.6.4, W.6.5, W.6.7, W.6.8, W.6.10...

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Writing Workshop Mini Lessons: Revision, Editing, Diagnostic Middle School ELA

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Writing mini-lessons are the BEST way to teach revision and editing skills! Especially when they're used in conjunction with diagnostic tools for individual needs assessment.This is a tremendously helpful resource that I've wanted (and needed) for a

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

Types:

Printables, Lesson, Centers

CCSS:

W.5.3, W.5.4, W.5.5, W.6.3, W.6.4, W.6.5, W.7.3, W.7.4, W.7.5, W.8.3, W.8.4...

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Text Structures Nonfiction: Practice Passages - Worksheets and Test

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Easily practice text structure from a reading standpoint and a writing standpoint with these high-interest passages. This resource includes full-length texts, beautifully designed instructional handouts, and worksheets. A test is included, as are

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.5, RI.7.5, RI.8.5

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Two-Sentence Horror Stories - Micro Fiction Creative Writing

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Do you need a fun creative writing lesson or an engaging Halloween writing activity that will leave your kids begging for more? Kids love reading and writing two-sentence horror stories! But it's not all about fun. Micro-fiction requires writing

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

W.6.3, W.6.4, W.6.5, W.6.10, W.7.3, W.7.4, W.7.5, W.7.10, W.8.3, W.8.4, W.8.5...

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End of Year Activity - Memory Book for Middle School Students

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

End of Year Memory Book Passport is FUN to create and will make an awesome end of year keepsake! Students will easily make a memory book "passport to their new grade" that is creative and authentic looking!Each end of year memory book page includes

Subjects:

Writing, For All Subjects, End of Year

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities

$4.00

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Narrative Writing PowerPoint Notes Personal, Fictional, Biographical

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Teaching narrative writing just got a whole lot easier! This resource is perfect for middle school ELA classes. It includes a beautiful 77 slide PowerPoint presentation and guided notes that also serve to help kids learn note-taking skills. Students

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Worksheets, Centers

$6.00

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RACES Writing Paragraph Frames & Templates Bundle EDITABLE & DIGITAL

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Prepare for EXTRAORDINARY results with these RACES Writing Frames resources!RACES Writing Sentence and Paragraph Frames are an effective, scaffolded approach that will support your emerging writers. If your students are struggling when responding to

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Worksheets, Printables

CCSS:

RL.6.1, RL.7.1, RL.8.1, RI.6.1, RI.7.1, RI.8.1, W.6.1b, W.6.1c, W.7.1b, W.7.1c, W.8.1b...

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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,

Subjects:

Reading, ELA Test Prep, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

$36.00

$23.00

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Mindfulness Bell Ringer Journal

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

This mindfulness journal provides an ideal way to start class, or it can be used any time students need to be refocused. Introducing young people to mindfulness — in which the brain is relaxed but focused — can provide them with a lifetime of mind

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, For All Subjects

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Activities, Lesson, Centers

$4.00

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New Year Growth Mindset Activity One Pager

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Want to ring in New Year 2023 with a fun and easy-to-use growth mindset activity? Encourage your students to plan and create the person they will be and the life they will lead, starting today!New year's resolutions and goal-setting are essential,

Subjects:

Writing, Back to School, The New Year

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Google Apps

$4.00

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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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Text Evidence Stems Bulletin Board and Student Notes

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Text evidence and accountable talk stems for middle school and upper elementary students will look beautiful on a bulletin board, while helping students communicate using specific details. Middle school classroom decor has never been so useful!

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Word Walls, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1

$5.00

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RACES Writing Paragraph Frames & Templates Bundle

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Worksheets, Printables

CCSS:

RL.6.1, RL.7.1, RL.8.1, RI.6.1, RI.7.1, RI.8.1, W.6.1b, W.6.1c, W.7.1b, W.7.1c, W.8.1b...

$10.90

$8.72

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Poetry Writing Stations and Poetry Templates

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Poetry Writing Stations Do you want to provide your students with an awesome, creative poetry activity? Poetry Writing Stations will fit the bill! We just finished, and we had a blast! This poetry writing resource provides everything you need to

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Poetry

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Centers

$4.50

Digital Download PDF (5.12 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!

GRADES

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