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English language arts activity videos
End of the Year Escape Room Zombie Teacher Breakout Game Activity
Escape Room Team Builder - Zombie Teacher Classroom Breakout Game Activity: Use this creative and fun end of the year escape room team builder activity to help foster classroom community and improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The teacher has transformed into a zombie, and students must decode puzzles, riddles, and challenges to get the ingredients to turn them back into a human! This can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills (spelling, homophones), but ca
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7th - 10th
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Inference Activity Solve This Mystery - Back to School Team Building Activity
Inference Activity Solve This Mystery - Back to School Team Building Activity: This engaging back to school video team-building activity will allow your students work together to solve a real-life mystery about a buried ship in the middle of Downtown San Francisco! Start the lesson by hooking students in with a hand-drawn video, created by the talented John Spencer, that introduces the backstory and prepares them to solve the inference mystery! Watch the preview video above to get a sneak peek o
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6th - 10th
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Remember the Titans (2000): Complete Movie Guide
This 24-question movie guide will help your students get the most out of this powerful movie. This movie guide comes with an answer key. Ready to print and ready to use! Enjoy!Movie overview: "Set in Alexandria, Virginia, in 1971, the fact-based story begins with the integration of black and white students at T. C. Williams High School. This effort to improve race relations is most keenly felt on the school's football team, the Titans, and bigoted tempers flare when a black head coach (Washingto
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6th - 12th
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Video Journal Writing Prompts - Video Clip Opinion and Personal Writing Volume 1
Video Journal Writing Prompts - Video Clip Opinion and Personal Writing Volume 1: Transform journal writing in your classroom with these captivating Video Journal Writing Prompts! Designed to connect with the modern student, this resource features a curated collection of video clips paired with thought-provoking opinion and personal writing prompts. These high-interest videos will inspire students to share their opinions, reflections, and personal thoughts in response to a prompt related to the
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7th - 10th
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Team Building Classroom Activities - Back to School Videos & Assignments Bundle
Team Building Classroom Activities - Back to School Videos & Assignments Bundle: Start the first month back to school with these 5 creative team-building activities that incorporate creative thinking and problem-solving skills while also allowing your students to have fun! These team-building activities will engage even your most reluctant students. The best part is that each activity comes with a hand-drawn video, created by the talented John Spencer, that introduces the activities to hook
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6th - 10th
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Creative Writing Assignment - Song Lyrics Soundtrack of My Life - Video Intro
Creative Writing Assignment - Song Lyrics Soundtrack of My Life - Video Intro: Use this engaging back to school video writing assignment as a way to learn more about your students through music while also helping to improve their writing. In this assignment, students will create a mix-tape for their lives by choosing ten songs that they connect with or that represent them. The best part is that your purchase comes with a hand-drawn video, created by the talented John Spencer, that introduces t
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6th - 10th
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Christmas Mystery Activity - Missing Reindeer ELA Skills Holiday Class Activity
Christmas Mystery Activity - Missing Reindeer ELA Skills Holiday Class Activity: Use this engaging Christmas mystery activity to assess your students' understanding of basic ELA skills like spelling, homophones, punctuation, figurative language, and parts of speech, while trying to solve the mystery of who kidnapped Dasher! In this activity, students will take on the role of detective to solve the mystery of a kidnapped reindeer. Students must circulate the room in groups finding clues and solv
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6th - 9th
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Orton Gillingham Word Lists and Sentences with Lesson Plans (Dyslexia RTI)
This Orton Gillingham Word lists bundle has everything you need for your Orton Gillingham Lesson planning. Editable Lesson Plans, Wordlists and Sentences for every concept. Sound Drill Cards for the 3 Part drill. Vowel Intensive Cards. Dictation Papers. Please be aware there are bookmarks for easier navigation and the bonus file has the file broken up for easier use. This Orton Gillingham Wordlist Bundle has lots of activities to help struggling beginning readers develop better auditory and vis
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K - 6th
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Christmas Escape Room Activity - The Reindeer Games Holiday Breakout Challenge
Christmas Escape Room Activity - The Reindeer Games Holiday Breakout Challenge - Use this Christmas escape room-style activity to help foster classroom community and improve team-building and problem-solving skills during the holiday season. Students love the challenge of an escape room and this is perfect to use that last week before the holidays when students have lots of energy. It can be used in English class as it incorporates some ELA skills, but can also easily work for any other subjec
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6th - 9th
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Inferencing Reading Passages - Mystery Detective End of Year Reading Passages
Your students will love embracing their inner detective with our fun and engaging 6 Inference Detective cases. Your students will practice making inferences as they engage with analysing mysterious crimes involving pop stars, viral 'TikRok' influencers and TV show crimes. They also get the opportunity to create their own detective mystery, with the 'Create your own detective mystery' template, where students can write their own mystery and have their classmates solve it. What's Included:6 thrill
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Making Inferences Activities, Worksheets, Games & Task Card Bundle
Virtual Randomizer BUNDLE | Distance Learning Teaching Tools
*** THIS IS A SEPARATE BUNDLE FROM OUR HOLIDAY RANDOMIZER BUNDLE ***Holiday Randomizer BundleUse these MP4 video files to enhance any lesson or subject area! With virtual learning or in-person instruction, this will save teachers time and money by taking the place of actual manipulative and tools.* These video files are compatible with PowerPoint, Google Slides, Canvas, Nearpod, Schoology, and many more learning platforms.THIS PRODUCT COMES WITH THE 70+ RANDOMIZERS:K-2 LANGUAGE[[GRAMMAR]]- Upper
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PreK - 8th
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How to Write a Thesis Statement and Topic Sentences
This bundle explains what a thesis statement is and includes step-by-step directions for writing one yourself. It then does the same thing for topic sentences and explains their importance and the differences between them.The bundle includes:1. How to Write a Thesis Statement PowerPoint (17 slides) --> includes an activity where I put students into groups of 3-4 students, give them an essay prompt, and have them come up with a thesis statement together. There are 3 different practice essay p
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
FRENCH Alphabet Morning Messages - Messages du matin (alphabet) - DIGITAL VIDEOS
Looking for a fun, unique way to introduce each letter of the alphabet to your students, en français?These DIGITAL morning alphabet messages are a great way to show your students each letter, get your students moving, talk about the sound(s) each letter makes, and start a discussion about words that begin with each letter.This resource includes one VIDEO morning message for each letter, except Cc and Gg (they get two!). You can project these videos in your classroom OR us them during synchronous
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PreK - 1st
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Orton Gillingham VC CVC Words Digraphs Dyslexia Interventions Word Lists
This Level 1 dyslexia intervention pack has lots of activities to help struggling beginning readers develop better auditory and visual memory. I have had so many teachers contact me who want guidance to help struggling students. That's why I made this pack. It gives detailed step by step instructions how to use the word lists and activities. This is compatible with any Orton Gillingham program including Wilson Reading Barton Reading and Phonics First. I also added lesson plan instructions If
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K - 2nd
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TED Talk Worksheet
Use this worksheet as a general guide for any TED Talk! This worksheet asks students to identify the speaker's claim/thesis and support for it. Students then reflect on the information shared in the talk.
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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The Word Nerd's First Chapter Friday Read Video Aloud Resource Bundle
All of the Word Nerd's First Chapter Friday resources (videos, worksheets, activities, freebies, links and more) for 120+ middle grade and YA titles in one click! Also included are the Author Interview Note Taking Sheets and the Mystery Quote Activity Sheets. :) ➜➜➜ LISTEN to and EXPLORE my First Chapter Read Aloud series to help your students get a jump-start into the variety of stories. Check it out HERE.__________________________________________________________________⭐ Follow my store and
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5th - 8th
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Creative Writing Assignments With Video Introductions - 5 Writing Activities
Transform your writing instruction with this innovative bundle featuring five captivating writing assignments designed to ignite creativity in your students. Each assignment is accompanied by an engaging hand-drawn video introduction crafted by the talented John Spencer, ensuring student engagement from the start. With topics ranging from personal narratives to school activity design and passion projects, these assignments offer diverse opportunities for students to express themselves and showca
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6th - 10th
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Leap Year 2024 Inferencing Reading Passage - Inference Detectives Mystery
Leap Year Inference Detective Case - Who spoiled Kelly's leap year birthday party? - It only comes around once every 4 years...Engage your students with our exciting 'Leap Year Inference Detective' mystery! Your students will love the challenge of using their inference skills to solve a thrilling leap year mystery. Somebody pulled an elaborate prank and ruined Kelly's birthday cake with a joke that Kelly did NOT appreciate!Includes an exciting 'Breaking News' video revealing who committed the cr
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Inference Detectives Bundle - Making Inferences Reading Passages
Writing: Personal Narrative VIDEO Unit
Let’s make this simple. Our ready-to-use personal narrative writing videos make teaching writing as easy as pushing play. This incredible done-for-you writing resource for grades 2-5 includes 40 pre-recorded video mini-lessons taught by an experienced elementary school teacher.The recorded mini lessons in these personal narrative videos and accompanying activities will teach your students how to write a small-moment story with dialogue, a strong lead, interesting word choice, and paragraphs. Eve
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2nd - 5th
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Kindergarten Skills Review All Year - 7 Minute Whiteboard Video Bundle
Have you ever felt overwhelmed and just needed a minute to catch your breath? Have you ever wondered how you could keep your class busy while you worked one-on-one with a student or small group? I know I have and that's why I created 7 Minute Whiteboard Videos. They are ZERO prep! No copies! No early finishers! No grading! The best part is, kids LOVE them!Looking for first grade? Click here!Looking for second grade? Click here!❤️ Love Whiteboard Warm-Up Videos? JOIN THE CLUB! ❤️
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K
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Poetry Music and VIDEOS Nursery Rhymes
Nursery Rhymes set to MUSIC!WATCH A PREVIEW HERE: Nursery Rhymes Video PreviewI have teamed up with Miss Jenny and Edutunes to put my Nursery Rhyme Poetry units to music!This file currently contains:Humpty DumptyLittle Miss MuffetBaa Baa Black SheepLittle Bo PeepHey Diddle DiddleHickory, Dickory, DocTwinkle, Twinkle, Little StarOld Mother HubbardItsy Bitsy SpiderJack and JillEach poem has a:MP3 track for each song with vocalsMP3 track for each song karaoke versionMP4 Video for each songVideo Juk
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PreK - 1st
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Microsoft Word Lessons for Beginners
Word Skills for Beginners. Do you need your students to master the basics of Microsoft Word so that they can use it independently? This set of lessons will get them there.5 lessons to teach the skills of:changing fontsadding pictureslayeringspell checkmaking bulleted listsEach lesson includes an instructional video for the students and a template to practice each skill.This version of Word Skills for Beginners requires no prior knowledge. Each lesson can be done separately or during consecutive
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1st - 2nd
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How to Write the Alphabet - 52 Letter Formation Videos
Pair with: Alphabet Tracing SheetsThis presentation is perfect to use for whole group, small group or individual instruction. Scholars should have writing utensils such as a whiteboard and markers or pencil and paper.Each video is 2 minutes long. The step by step directions are provided 4 times with voice instructions and the remaining of the video is without sound. Scholars should practice saying the words while forming the letters.Print our letter tracing sheets to supplement this resource: h
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PreK - 3rd
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Video Journal Writing Prompts - Video Clip Opinion and Personal Writing Volume 2
Video Journal Writing Prompts - Video Clip Opinion and Personal Writing Volume 2: Transform journal writing in your classroom with these captivating Video Journal Writing Prompts! Designed to connect with the modern student, this resource features a curated collection of video clips paired with thought-provoking opinions and personal writing prompts. These high-interest videos will inspire students to share their opinions, reflections, and personal thoughts in response to a prompt related to the
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7th - 10th
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Importance of learning English language arts
English language arts (ELA) concepts — reading, writing, listening, and speaking — empower students to become effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. They are the foundation for all other types of learning as students must rely on ELA skills to master content from other subject areas and communicate what they’ve learned.
Strong reading skills can help students make sense of written content, and gather information for further analysis. Writing skills can help students articulate their ideas, construct arguments, and synthesize information. And speaking and listening skills empower students to clearly present their ideas, participate in group discussions, and collaborate with their classmates. This is why teaching English language arts is critically important for student’s success in school and beyond.
Benefits of learning English language arts
Learning English language arts offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. It helps students:
- Develop effective communication skills
- Build critical thinking and analytical skills
- Nurture their creativity and imagination
By ensuring that students have a solid foundation in English language arts, teachers can help set them up for future success.
Discover printable and digital English language arts resources
On TPT, English language arts resources come in various forms: from interactive notebooks and task cards to small-group activities and individual worksheets. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of ELA concepts, or to reteach a tricky concept. By incorporating ELA resources from TPT into your teaching toolbox, you can create an engaging learning experience that strengthens students’ understanding of ELA concepts.
If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable and digital English language arts worksheets, TPT has an extensive collection of resources across topics and grade levels. No matter what ELA topic your students are working on — whether you’re teaching the parts of speech to 1st graders or argumentative essay writing to 10th graders — TPT has instructional materials that are designed to help with any ELA learning need. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning ELA will be so much easier.
Frequently asked questions about teaching English language arts
What types of English language arts lessons are available on TPT?
There are many different types of English language arts resources sold by Sellers on TPT. Some popular ELA lessons include reading, writing, phonics, vocabulary, spelling, and creative writing.
How do I find English language arts lessons on TPT?
Educators can save time preparing English language arts lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for ELA resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of ELA lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
How can I make my English language arts lessons fun and engaging?
Students learn best when they're engaged! Sprinkle a little fun into your English Language Arts lessons by using manipulatives, pairing unusual texts like poems and short films together, or doing an escape room activity.
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