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9th grade writing-expository literature circles
Book Cover Activity: Analytical and Evaluative Discussion, Redesign, and Lesson
Looking for a fresh way to have students engage with a book? Book covers are an underutilized resource in the classroom. With this three-part book cover activity, students will learn elements of effective book covers, analyze and evaluate covers of high-interest novels, redesign covers that are ineffective or create them for different audiences, and then write an optional informative essay about book cover marketing.When to use this book cover activity...Use this book cover activity as a hook be
Grades:
7th - 10th
Fun Reading Stations Activity BUNDLE - Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, Writing
Looking for high school reading comprehension passages and questions? Think outside the box with these interactive, engaging reading stations and writing stations activities! Students will read fiction, nonfiction, and poetry texts, engage in small group discussion, and revise any essay writing assignment, including expository, argumentative, literary analysis, and more! If you're looking for a structured way to practice critical close reading, writing, and revision skills in a hands-on and int
Grades:
7th - 10th
Creating a Perfect Utopian Society Extension Activity
This is a brainstorming packet that students can use to create their own utopian society. This is a great extension activity when discussing utopian/dystopian texts. It is also a great way to get students thinking about what makes a society work.
Texts that go great when teaching about utopian/dystopian texts:
Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Animal Farm by George Orwell
Bar Code Tattoo by Suzanne Weyn
City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau
Delirium by Lauren Oliver
Divergent by Vero
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Grades:
6th - 10th
Of Mice and Men Socratic Seminar Lesson Plan
The Socratic Seminar is the perfect way to- get your students to participate in class discussions- have students learn to truly analyze a work of literature or a topic- to get students to understand something from multiple viewpoints.The Socratic Seminar is a student led graded group discussion about a subject or novel. They plan ahead of time for the questions and then sit in a circle to discuss the opened-ended questions. The teacher listens and grades the students based on the content and qua
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Grades:
6th - 10th
How to write a paragraph
The Paragraph package is an easy to use document that will help students learn how to write effectively using the proper form.The document includes a detailed description of the different types of paragraphs as well as how to effectively write the paragraph (with sentence by sentence instructions).You may also be interested in the following products: ❒Creating a Board Game Assessment Tool❒English Grammar Cheat Sheet❒Opinion Letter with the Novel Holes❒Sentences Grammar Circles For Easy &
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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Independent Reading with Common Core Writing Task - Begging for Change
This file includes the customizable .doc formatting for independent reading tasks with a Common Core writing task.
While this packet was created using Begging for Change by Sharon Flake, the .doc format makes all parts of this bundle easy to change and use for any text.
What's included?
Student Handout Independent Reading Expectations and Worksheets - 16 pages (designed to print duplex)
Common Core Writing Task - 3 pages
Writing Task Guiding Lesson PPT - 56 slides (with animations, transitions
Grades:
7th - 10th, Adult Education
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The Giver by Lois Lowry Final Test, Novel Assessment, Book Exam
This is a final test for Lois Lowry's The Giver, including multiple choice, true false, quote matching, and short answer essay questions with an ANSWER KEY included. Possible key point examples for each short answer essay prompts are also included. I use the essay prompts for essay choice questions they can use for their expository essay at the end of the term as well.This assessment delves into the rich tapestry of themes, characters, and literary elements within the novel, offering an insightf
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
"Shining Light on Multiple Sclerosis Day: A Poetic Journey May 24th!"
Title: "Shining Light on Multiple Sclerosis Day: A Poetic Journey Through Strength and Courage" May 24th This is a heartfelt tribute to the resilience and fortitude of individuals confronting the challenges of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Through vivid imagery and emotive verses, this poem captures the essence of the MS experience, shedding light on the struggles and triumphs of those living with the condition.In the classroom, this poem serves as a powerful educational tool for raising awareness ab
Grades:
6th - 10th
Stones - Complete Literature Circle Unit Plan
This unit plan is focused on the novel Stones by William Bell and consists of sixty-three pages, the components of which are detailed at the bottom of this description. The Suggested Unit Plan has day-by-day plans for seven weeks or eighteen classes worth of activities.
The unit plan for Stones literature circles is based on a student-centered reading activity that involves various roles assigned to each student on a weekly basis. The literature circle group workbook gives each of the roles (e
Grades:
6th - 10th
Their Eyes Were Watching God by Nora Neale Hurston, Final Test, Novel Assessment
This is a final test for Zora Neal Hurtston's Their Eyes Were Watching God, including multiple choice, true false, quote matching, and short answer essay questions with an ANSWER KEY included. Possible answer examples for each short answer essay prompts are also included. I use the essay prompts for essay choice questions they can use for their expository essay at the end of the term as well.This assessment delves into the rich tapestry of themes, characters, and literary elements within the nov
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee Final Test, Novel Assessment, Final Exam
This is a final test on To Kill a Mockingbird — a versatile assessment tool designed to evaluate students' understanding of Harper Lee's timeless masterpiece. This exam includes a variety of question types, including multiple choice, true / false, quote identification, and short answer essay questions to assess comprehension, critical analysis, and interpretation skills. Use and reuse the test from year to year and/or give it as a make-up test for absent students. An answer key including key po
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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HISTORICAL FICTION NEWSPAPER PROJECT
A unique book report project in response to a work of historical fiction. The project is designed to thoroughly immerse students in the historical period in question, and will stretch their skills in research, expository writing, and formatting. The packet includes 2 printable pages of guidelines and an assessment rubric. All pages are ready to be printed and handed out to students.
Grades:
4th - 9th
STAAR Inspired Expository Writing Prompts
It is so hard to find writing prompts that will get students ready for state testing! To remedy this problem in my own classroom, I have created 20 expository writing prompts that are set up with the same format students will see on the STAAR writing test. Use these for class papers, tutoring, fast finishers, or writing centers.
This pack includes:
-20 STAAR inspired expository writing prompts
Grades:
2nd - 9th
Bell Work Packet 1 January to June
BUNDLE AND SAVE!This bundled packet contains all of the Buzzers from January through June! These are great classroom management tools! I love having a few minutes to take attendance before jumping into aclass. Buzzers work like bell work or journal writing, with a little twist. The “Buzzer” is the writing prompt. This packet includes over 170 prompts, so you can be picky and choose the ones you like best since there are extras. On Monday, students are given what I call a Buzzer form. I ke
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Inspiring Woman- "Temple Grandin: Advocate for Individuals with Autism!”
"Temple Grandin: Advocate for Individuals with Autism!” Dr. Temple Grandin is an extraordinary individual who has made “significant contributions in the field of animal science and autism advocacy and works as a professor of animal science at Colorado State University.” She became an advocate for individuals with autism, using her own experiences to raise awareness and promote acceptance. Temple showed the world that being different doesn't mean being less. She shattered stereotypes and inspire
Grades:
6th - 9th
The Bass, The River and Sheila Mant close read, fig. lang. disc. ques. vocab
This is a great short, coming-of-age story about a boy who is infatuated with a girl and a hobby. He has to make a choice.
This short story bundle includes:
1. The story with pictures
2. A search and find which acts like a close read for the story
3. Examination of Figurative Language within the story in a scaffolded way of learning
4. Discussion Questions that could be discussed or written down
5. A writing prompt about one of the themes of the story
6. Answer keys
7. A sample writing for th
Grades:
6th - 9th
The Thief Lord - Complete Literature Circle Unit
This unit plan consists of seventy-two pages, the components of which are detailed at the bottom of this description. The Suggested Unit Plan has day-by-day plans for ten weeks or twenty-five classes worth of activities.
The unit plan for The Thief Lord literature circles is based on a student-centered reading activity that involves various roles assigned to each student on a weekly basis. The literature circle group workbook gives each of the roles (explained below) weekly activities with whi
Grades:
5th - 9th
"Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" by Robert Frost - Test / Quiz
This is a test about Robert Frost's poem, "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening", including true / false, multiple choice, and short answer essay questions. An ANSWER KEY is included. Possible key points for short answer essay prompts are also included. I use the essay prompts and the possible key points for essay choice questions and for my assessment of their expository essay as well.This comprehensive test delves into the poem's intricate themes, characters, and societal critiques, offering a
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Bell Work Packet 2 July to December
BUNDLE AND SAVE!This bundled packet contains all of the Buzzers from July through December! These are great classroom management tools! I love having a few minutes to take attendance before jumping in to class. Buzzers work like bell work or journal writing, with a little twist. The “Buzzer” is the writing prompt. This packet includes 195 prompts, so you can be picky and choose the ones you like best since there are extras. On Monday, students are given what I call a Buzzer form. I keep t
Grades:
7th - 12th
The Last Book in the Universe - Literature Circle Group Workbook
The unit plan for The Last Book in the Universe literature circles is based on a student-centered reading activity that involves various roles assigned to each student on a weekly basis. The literature circle group workbook gives each of the roles (explained below) weekly activities with which to work.
The group provides students with an opportunity to control their own learning, to share thoughts concerns and work with others in a group setting.
Each group has their own workbook and there are
Grades:
6th - 10th
The Lord of the Rings Movie Companion Project
You love the magical ambiance and journey where hobbits take you through the battle of good vs. evil for the win as saviors of Middle Earth. For presentation use, with essential questions and projects too. Is there a right way to watch a movie? Should it be in chronological order or in order of movie release? Perfect for Middle through high school options, and for GT, advanced, or gifted students too.
Grades:
7th - 10th
Newspaper Templates (Four Styles)
This Google Doc newsletter template includes two styles. The first style is great for students to use by themselves. The second style is great for student collaboration. Share the Google Doc with your whole class and have them work together on one newspaper or have each student create their own! Both styles use a three column layout which allows for easy editing. Your students can add images and color to spice up your newspaper!Included:• 4 different newspaper templates editable in Google Docs•
Grades:
PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
How to Write Supporting Details in Three Steps
Elevate your students' writing with our engaging guide, "How to Write Supporting Details in 3 Steps," complete with an interactive activity sheet. This invaluable resource breaks down the essentials of crafting compelling supporting details that bolster main ideas, a pivotal skill in effective writing across all disciplines.Product Description:Unlock the potential of your students' writing with this clear and concise guide designed to teach the art of creating robust supporting details. Whether
Grades:
3rd - 12th
Writer's Checklists
Here are 3 Writer's Checklists for you to use with your class.
1. Checklist for Wonderful Writing
2. Check for Editing and Proofreading
3. Checklist for Revising
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Grades:
3rd - 9th
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