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ELA Assessment & Test Prep: Reading Informational Text, Writing, SEL Bundle

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Reading informational text and writing bundle for grade 6 - 12! Now includes Google Doc perfect for distance learning!Practice or assess all 9 reading informational text common core standards (RI.1 - RI.9) for grades 6 - 12 using interesting

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Character Education, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Printables

CCSS:

RI.7.1, RI.7.2, RI.7.3, RI.7.4, RI.7.5, RI.7.6, RI.7.7, RI.7.8, RI.7.9, RI.8.1, RI.8.2...

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Figurative Language Fun: 40 Literary Device & Element Complete Guide

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Perfect for teaching figurative language, literary devices and elements to ALL ages. 1. Terms & Definition Guide (32 most common terms) 2. Matching "Quiz" (to test all 32 terms) 3. Rhyming Poem (40 terms and examples) Use the complete study

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, ...

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Peer-Editing: Best-Ever Protocol

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Are you frustrated by how unsuccessful or unproductive peer-editing is in your classroom? Your solution has arrived! This guide holds students accountable for offering specific, constructive feedback with no room to waste time! How does it

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, For All Subjects

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

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Activities, Centers

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Pixar Short Films Inference, Theme, Plot, Characterization | 20 Pixar Shorts

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This product includes 20 animated Disney Pixar and Pixar-esque short film links with film analysis graphic organizers to record evidence and inferences about characterization, plot, setting, tone, mood, point of view, conflicts, themes and literary

Subjects:

Reading, Literature, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Google Apps, Lesson

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.3...

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Short Stories with Comprehension Questions and Figurative Language | Grade 9-12

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Bundle of 20 short stories with reading comprehension questions and writing prompts to assess every common core standard for reading literature and writing (expository, text analysis response, persuasive, comparative, narrative, research) - Pair

Subjects:

Reading, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Google Apps, Lesson

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Identifying Claims Evidence Argument with SEL Positive Choices Nonfiction Text

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Analyze argument, specific claims and evidence (RI.8) - reading informational text assessment, independent practice printable or test prep activity using a high-interest SEL-aligned nonfiction article about positive choices and integrity. Now

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Character Education, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.8, RI.7.8, RI.8.8, RI.9-10.8, RI.11-12.8, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.3

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Inferencing + Text Evidence with SEL Nonfiction Article: Feeling Overwhelmed

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Inferencing and text evidence (RI.1) - reading informational text assessment, independent practice printable or test prep activity using a high-interest SEL-aligned nonfiction article about how to overcome feeling overwhelmed. Now includes Google

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Character Education, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.1, RI.7.1, RI.8.1, RI.9-10.1, RI.11-12.1, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.3

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Break Packet Common Core ELA

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ELA BUNDLE: 5 ELA Break Packets for Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, February Break, Spring Break and Summer Break. Perfect for distance learning!This is a great spring, summer or holiday break ELA packet to give to your students as you send them

Subjects:

Literature, Holidays/Seasonal, Poetry

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Printables, Lesson, Centers

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Argument + Rhetoric with SEL Nonfiction Article: Grit + Growth Mindset

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Analyze argument and rhetorical devices (RI.9) - reading informational text assessment, independent practice printable or test prep activity using a high-interest SEL-aligned nonfiction article and QR code TED talk video about grit and growth

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Character Education, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.9, RI.7.9, RI.8.9, RI.9-10.9, RI.11-12.9, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.3

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Author's Purpose Point of View with SEL Nonfiction Article: How to Express Anger

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Author's Purpose + Point of View (RI.6) - reading informational text assessment, independent practice printable or test prep activity using a high-interest SEL-aligned nonfiction article about the purpose of anger and how to express anger positively

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Character Education, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.6, RI.7.6, RI.8.6, RI.9-10.6, RI.11-12.6, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.3

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Theme + Central Idea with SEL Nonfiction Article: How to Ease Anxiety

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Theme + Central Idea (RI.2) reading informational text assessment, independent practice printable or test prep activity using a high-interest SEL-aligned nonfiction article about how to ease anxiety. Now includes Google Doc perfect for distance

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Character Education, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.2, RI.7.2, RI.8.2, RI.9-10.2, RI.11-12.2, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.3

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High School Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions

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High school or middle school reading comprehension passages and questions with nonfiction and fiction text, multiple choice questions and reading response writing prompts to assess every common core standard for reading informational texts, reading

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Lesson

$3.00

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Analyze Argument Effectiveness with SEL Nonfiction Article: Goals + Self-Control

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Analyze argument effectiveness (RI.5) - reading informational text assessment, independent practice printable or test prep activity using a high-interest SEL-aligned nonfiction article about self-control and setting SMART goals. Now includes Google

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Character Education, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Printables

CCSS:

RI.6.5, RI.7.5, RI.8.5, RI.9-10.5, RI.11-12.5, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.3

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Figurative Language + Connotation with SEL Nonfiction Article: Transform Envy

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Figurative + connotative language (RI.4) - reading informational text assessment, independent practice printable or test prep activity using a high-interest SEL-aligned nonfiction article about how to transform jealousy and envy into motivation. Now

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Character Education, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

$3.00

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Sequence + Text Structure with SEL Nonfiction Article: Disappointment + Optimism

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Sequencing + text structure (RI.3) - reading informational text assessment, independent practice printable or test prep activity using a high-interest SEL-aligned nonfiction article about how to cope with sadness and disappointment through love and

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Character Education, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.3, RI.7.3, RI.8.3, RI.9-10.3, RI.11-12.3, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.3

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World Religions and Holidays Around the World

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World religions and holidays around the world nonfiction reading comprehension passages and questions with multiple choice, open-ended reading response questions and writing prompts to assess every common core standard for reading informational

Subjects:

Religion, Holidays/Seasonal, Informational Text

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Lesson

$3.00

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Film Analysis | Movie Guide Bundle

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This film analysis and movie viewing guide bundle includes 22 film clips from classic Hollywood black and white movies with film analysis questions and graphic organizers to practice analyzing films as literature by identifying evidence, making

Subjects:

Reading, Literature, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Google Apps, Lesson

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.3...

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Exit Slip Template: Elementary, Middle School or High School FREEBIE

By English with Ease

Don't stress about creating engaging exit slips, exit tickets, formative assessments or checks for understanding. Reuse this exit slip template every single day of the year for no prep exit tickets for ANY subject and ANY grade. This free exit

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies - History

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

Types:

Assessment, Printables

FREE

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Bloom's Taxonomy Poster and Verb List

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Free printable Bloom's Taxonomy verb list and poster to create Bloom's Taxonomy aligned questions and learning activities aligned with all six Bloom's taxonomy levels.Levels of Bloom's Taxonomy (Verbs):RememberUnderstandApplyAnalyzeEvaluateCreateUse

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies - History

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Professional Documents, Posters, Professional Development

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Text vs. Film Compare + Contrast with SEL Nonfiction Article: Mindfulness

By English with Ease

Compare + Contrast Text vs. Film (RI.7) - reading informational text assessment, independent practice printable or test prep activity using a high-interest SEL-aligned nonfiction article about mindfulness. Now includes Google Doc perfect for

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Character Education, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.7, RI.7.7, RI.8.7, RI.9-10.7, RI.11-12.7, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.3

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High School Special Education Coordinator and 6th - 12th Grade Teacher for Special Education, English, History & Art (5 + years). Education Writer & Curriculum Writer: Reading Comprehension, Writing, Decoding, English Test Prep, Global History, U.S. History, Special Education, Differentiation, IEP Compliance, Social Emotional Learning (SEL).

MY TEACHING STYLE

Teach common core English skills through fast paced, high-interest, engaging activities. Prepare students with reading disabilities for the rigorous demands of high school and college through step-by-step instruction and culturally-relevant, inspirational content.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Founder and Executive Director of the 501(c)(3) early childhood literacy nonprofit, Word Rebel. Word Rebel empowers low-income families to teach their children 1,100 words before preschool to close the preschool readiness gap and achievement gap. www.wordrebel.org

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

M.S. Education & B.A. in Educational Studies and English

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Check out my books at laurenmartinbooks.com

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PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool, Staff, Not Grade Specific

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Geometry, Measurement, Numbers, Science, Anatomy, Basic Principles, Biology, Physics, Other (Science), Social Studies, Ancient History, Civics, Elections - Voting, Government, Native Americans, U.S. History, World History, Arts & Music, Art History, Visual Arts, Music, Physical Education, Special Education, ESL-EFL-ELL, Health, ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Canadian History, Life Skills, Religion, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Professional Development, School Counseling, Economics , Character Education, Instructional Technology, General Science, Physical Science, Library Skills, Cooking, Short Stories, Writing, Asian Studies, Oral Communication, Child Care, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Autumn, Mental Math, Physical Therapy, Halloween, Speech Therapy, Winter, The New Year, Valentine's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Black History Month, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Spring, Products For TpT Sellers, Tools for Common Core, Earth Day, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, Occupational Therapy, Test Preparation, Early Intervention, School Psychology, End of Year, Phonics, Close Reading, Women's History Month, Classroom Community, Hispanic Heritage Month, Latino and Hispanic Studies, Social Emotional Learning