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High school writing-essays cultural activities for Google Apps
The Pedestrian Mini Unit by Ray Bradbury, Lesson Plan
In this unit for Bradbury's "The Pedestrian," you will find classroom-tested strategies, activities, and high-order thinking questions. The easy-prep structure of this unit is designed to guide students through the texts, and as they go, the questions and thinking build. The overarching questions are present and addressed in every segment, and the work prepares students for the culminating task. A unit plan such as this one gives the teacher ultimate flexibility in instruction, assessment, and
Grades:
9th - 11th
Also included in: American Literature Curriculum, Year-Long, BUNDLE, English Lesson Plans
Themes of Collaboration and Mental Health in “The Professor and the Madman"
Students will analyze themes of collaboration, mental health, and societal perceptions of mental illness in “The Professor and the Madman” by Simon Winchester, and connect these themes to contemporary events and discussions surrounding mental health awareness and stigma.Includes assessment questions
Grades:
11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Holidays Around the World Writing Project, Leveled, Differentiated!
Students will pick a country they are interested in studying and answer questions about the holiday traditions in that country, then write an essay in paragraph form, using the questions as a graphic organizer. This product includes geography, writing, and social studies components. There are 2 levels for the writing portion, the first level contains a fill in the blanks essay. Level 2 is for intermediate learners who are able to free write their answers in essay form.
Grades:
K - 12th
Exploring Social Commentary in “Great Gatsby” by Rod Wave/The novel Great Gatsby
Students will analyze social commentary in the lyrics and “The Great Gatsby,” exploring themes such as the American Dream, societal expectations, romantic relationships and the impact of wealth on individuals.Includes Lyrics with explanation and assessment questions
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Financial Literacy - Minimalist Life style
This lesson looks at the minimalist lifestyle presented in a Ted Talk. Students will consider this philosophy and then apply it by building their own container home.This lesson addresses a number of areas, including:Presentation - evaluating the speakers presentation to apply to their own presentationscreativity - designing their own container houseFinancial literacy - considering lifestyle and financial goals.
Grades:
10th - 12th
Also included in: Financial Literacy Set of 11 Activities
Text Dependent Analysis Essay Assessment for a Dear Martin Unit
Calling All English Teachers! Elevate Critical Thinking with "Dear Martin" Text Dependent Analysis Essay Assessment!Empower your students to engage deeply with literature through our Text Dependent Analysis Essay Assessment, centered around the impactful novel, "Dear Martin." This thought-provoking assessment is meticulously designed to foster critical thinking, analytical skills, and a profound understanding of the novel's themes. Assessment Highlights:Exploring Social Justice Themes Dive int
Grades:
7th - 12th
Cultural/Personal Narrative Essay
This assignment provides students with prompts about their culture or personal identity. Students can choose the prompts that they are most comfortable answering. Prior to this essay, students completed research about society's dominant culture vs. their own culture. This research organize is included and helped students gather more information about themselves. A rubric was not included with the essay for copyright reasons, but I suggest using the Read, Write, Think rubric with this product.
Grades:
10th - 12th
Common App Writing with Mentor Texts: Amy Tan's Short Story & Pixar's "Bao"
Assist your students in drafting incredible Common Application essays with the help of some of the greatest authors. This collection features Amy Tan's short story "Fish Cheeks" as a fantastic mentor text for a common app essay. Students will also expand their horizons with a visual analysis of Pixar's "Bao" complete with a modified version featuring sentence stems and symbols. It also features a Chinese candy tasting review assignment as a bonus - this requires purchasing at least one piece of
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Grades:
9th - 12th
WKSH: RI.9-10.R.2 Summary with "A Quilt of a Country" (EDITABLE)
A general worksheet with 16 questions to analyze any text according to the standard. Includes an annotated version of the exemplar textIncludes a typed key for an exemplar textIncludes a link to an audio recordingIncludes a link to a quizlet set for the standard
Grades:
7th - 12th
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"Bored and Brilliant" English Unit
This is my version of the Unit "Bored and Brilliant"Some of the material was part of the unit that we were told to teach but this is my version of the actual day to day material that we usedI taught this in 6 days but that's because we were rushed to finish. This SHOULD and very well COULD be a 14 day unit.We have daily access to Google Classroom, Chromebooks, Google Drive and Docs so this unit includes use of those resources.The unit connects to the Bored and Brilliant Challenge that you can al
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
"Undefeated" 2011 Documentary Questions and Essay Assignment
This assignment goes with the Academy Award winning documentary "Undefeated," which you can view on Netflix. The documentary follows a high school football team and tells the in depth stories of students on this team and the various struggles they face in their lives. This assignment contains comprehension questions that students can answer while viewing (they are written in chronological order, sorry no answer key) as well as a writing prompt that I use in my classroom as a timed essay. This wo
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Grades:
8th - 12th
WKSH: RL.9-10.R.9 Allude/Transform w/ Farewell Address and Monroe Doc (EDITABLE)
A general worksheet with 15 questions to analyze any text according to the standard. Includes a typed answer key for the exemplar textIncludes an annotated version for the exemplar textIncludes a link to an audio recordingIncludes a link to a quizlet set
Grades:
7th - 12th
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WKSH: RL.9-10.R.9 Allude/Transform with "Ozymandias" (EDITABLE)
A general worksheet of 15 questions to analyze any text according to the standard. Includes a key for an exemplar textIncludes an annotated teacher's copy of the text with notesIncludes a link to an audio recording on KEYIncludes a link to a quizlet set on WKSH
Grades:
7th - 12th
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WKSH: Allude/Transform with "Letter From Birmingham Jail" RI.9-10.9 (EDITABLE)
A general worksheet of 15 questions to analyze any text according to the standard. Includes a key for "An Appeal for Law and Order and Common Sense," "A Call for Unity," and "Letter from Birmingham Jail"
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7th - 12th
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Inside Out & Back Again - Refugee Experience Compare/Contrast Essay
PROMPT: Consider the meaning of the novel’s title, Inside Out & Back Again. How does this title reflect the universal refugee experience of fleeing and finding home, and in what ways is Ha’s experience an example of this universal experience? In your answer, be sure to:Explain how the lives of refugees turn “inside out” when they are forced to flee and find home. Explain how the lives of refugees turn “back again” when they find their new home. Cite evidence from the novel, Inside Out &
Grades:
7th - 10th
WKSH: RI.9-10.R.2 Summary with "A Defense of the Jury System" (EDITABLE)
A general worksheet of 15 questions to analyze any text according to the standard. Includes a key for an exemplar text
Grades:
7th - 12th
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WKSH: RL.9-10.R.2 Summary (EDITABLE)
A general worksheet with 15 questions to analyze any text according to the standard.
Grades:
7th - 12th
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CCSS:
Texas Flag Pole Politics: Case Study 6 Flags
Critical thinking essay in response to a the politics in Texas that made 6 flags Texas rebrand it's Texas Pride to be represented by only the 5 flags left.
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Personal Essays for college admissions
Very helpful to use as an example for college admissions
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
To Kill a Mockingbird Christian Essay
This is an essay prompt for the novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. This prompt does include a Christian theme for the students to compare throughout the prompt.
Grades:
9th - 12th
Synthesis Essay Prompt, Sources, and Activities
This unit outline focuses around writing a synthesis essay. The guiding question in the unit looks at how food is ingrained in American culture. Students research traditions, health, entertainment, and even how we show love through food in our culture. The sources included incorporate Ted Talks, articles, CommonLit short stories, TikToks, and YouTube videos. I also include information about Narrative 4 Story Exchanges because I enjoy using them to start a new unit.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Diversity Lesson Google Slides grades 6 to 12 Diversity Lessons
Free diversity lesson for your middle or high school classrooms. ☮Students first watch a video. Next, they answer questions individually or in a group. This is a great way to introduce your students to current issues. More free lessons are available.Young people around the world are beginning to speak out against injustice. They want to make the world a better place for everyone including blacks, people of color, LBGTQ+, women, immigrants, and other minorities. They are making their voices hear
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6th - 9th
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Thanksgiving 2019 - Interactive Reflective Writing
Giving Thanks in Divisive Times, 2019Take a new Real, Rich and Relevant twist on traditional Thanksgiving writing topics!This scaffolded writing uses an interactive Web page to:engage students with an authentic challenge,explore "real world" Web sites, andprompt students' higher-order thinking, tocreate a Reflective essay.This Bundle empowers you with an interactive writing experience that includes:Interactive offline WebpageTeacher’s Guide and Tips for DifferentiationPresentation SlidesAssessme
Grades:
8th - 12th
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Flow Chart for History
Events that occur in history are all connected. Use this flow chart to show students how a single topic in history comes from a previous topic or event.
Grades:
6th - 12th
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