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High school english language arts literature circles for Microsoft PowerPoint
Book Tasting Kit (Book Tasting Menu - Literature Circles)
BOOK TASTING KIT
This kit includes everything you need to throw a book tasting! Get your students excited about reading new books by turning your classroom into a restaurant for the day! (JUST ADD RED & WHITE CHECKERED TABLE CLOTHS!)
Included:
Editable Book Tasting Menu - all you have to do is add your book titles & QR Codes! Available in 5 or 6 book options
Table Number Tents - to help you organize your students into groups and make it feel more like a restaurant!
Place-mats - to make
Grades:
6th - 12th
BUNDLE! The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Novel Study and Background PPT
This product is a BUNDLE for my novel study on The Boy in the Striped Pajamas and my background information PowerPoint on the holocaust in Poland during World War II.A 10% discount has automatically been applied for the BUNDLE!!The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Novel Study OnlyThe Boy in the Striped Pajamas Background PowerPoint OnlyRelated Novels:I Am David Novel StudyNumber the Stars Novel StudyNight Novel Study
Grades:
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Introduction to Dystopian Literature | Intro to Dystopian Lit
Included is a presentation on dystopian literature.This is perfect for any teacher who is starting to read a novel or short story of the dystopian genre.This Powerpoint presentation includes a definition and explanation of the genre as well as the elements and common characteristics one would find in a dystopian story.This presentation also covers literary elements found in dystopian literature, to include: irony, conflict, foreshadowing, allegory, symbolism, and paradox. Guided notes worksheet
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Dystopian Literature Unit | 6 Weeks | Dystopian Lit Unit Plan
Complete Memoir/ Nonfiction Unit
Recently Updated in February 2023-- New & Improved! Now includes Day-by-Day Instructions for this 3-week unit-- No prep needed!This Memoir Unit is always a huge hit in my high school English classes! Many of my students consistently say it is their favorite unit in the class This bundle includes 3 different PowerPoint presentations focusing on memoir writing. The first one I use is the "Show, Don't Tell" presentation where students are introduced to the idea of writing in a more descriptive
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Candide by Voltaire: Complete Unit & Guide (Word & PDF versions)
Updated. Commentary, study guides, graphic organizers, and quizzes to cover all chapters (+ KEYs). Voltaire biography, introduction to Candide, and Satire humor with PPT presentations. Choice of 2 exams with essay prompts (+ KEYs). Parallel read and close read assignment with questions. Discussion/journal activities, small group or individual literary projects.Includes Word and PDF versions and editable.
Grades:
9th - 12th
The Marrow Thieves Introductory Slideshow & Info
The award-winning author Cherie Dimaline's YA novel The Marrow Thieves is becoming more and more popular in English classrooms across Canada, and beyond.This introductory slideshow presents students with all the relevant information linked to the novel. 25 slides of high quality info and matching visuals. Includes the following:* Details on the author and some of the her other work* A synopsis of the novel* Character backgrounds* Themes - definition and popular examples* A short list of themes f
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
¿Cómo escribir un ensayo? (How to write an essay in Spanish?)
Ésta es una guía, paso a paso y con ejemplos para elaborar y explicar cómo escribir un ensayo con introducción, cuerpo y conclusión.(This is a step-by-step guide o how to write and explain to your students the appropriate way to write an essay in Spanish.) ¿Quieres ganar créditos de TPT? Deja un comentario, sígueme y califícame con estrellas. ¡TPT te dará créditos si lo haces!captainlina76@gmail.com
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2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Symbolism in literature - Introduction and explanation
In middle school and beyond, students will need to identify symbols in literature. When students scratch below the surface meaning of a text and start to notice symbolism, they can't get enough! This presentation provides a clear, easy-to-grasp overview of symbolism:
- what is it?
- what clues help readers notice it?
The activity includes four practice slides for identifying symbolism, drawing from sources such as the Snow White fairy tale and the Superman genre. These discussions usually
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Digital HISTORICAL BACKGROUND INTRO to novel NUMBER THE STARS music, photos
PURPOSE: This NONFICTION PowerPoint Introduction lesson provides digital resources & factual historical context & background information in preparation for reading Number the Stars by Lois Lowry. BL 4.5 GOAL: to prepare each student to understand the historical background of the novel by front-loading facts to aid comprehension AUDIENCE: whole or small group for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual classrooms. This product is ideal for preparing READ ALOUD, LITERATURE CIRCLES,
Grades:
4th - 12th
Esperanza Rising- An Introduction PowerPoint
Studying Esperanza Rising? Looking to give students some context for the novel ? Then this product is for you! Introduction power point includes:•About the Author•The Mexican Revolution•The U.S (1920’s)•Story Overview•Themes•Symbols•Essential Questions
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Also included in: Esperanza Rising Complete Teacher's Unit
FANTASY LITERATURE CIRCLES | USE ANY YA FANTASY NOVEL
So many of our students already LOVE to read fantasy books, so why not harness that love for reading and use fantasy books in class? Literature circles are such a great way to get students talking about high-interest, exciting texts.You can choose ANY collection of fantasy books that you want for this unit. I chose six, which include:Charlie Hernandez and the League of Shadows by Ryan CalejoElatsoe by Darcie Little BadgerThe House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ KluneA Song Below Water by Bethany C. M
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Grades:
6th - 10th
THE JOY LUCK CLUB - Agree or Disagree Pre-reading Activity
This activity has students choose sides on various issues raised in The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan. Works great as a pre-reading or anticipation activity, or perhaps as something to use after the story as a review or reflection exercise. Includes 10 key issues that students have to take a stand on and defend.
My students absolutely love when we do these Agree or Disagree activities. Gets students up and moving, and often leads to great discussions. The key is they have to be able to defend their
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Grades:
10th - 12th
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Figurative Language Review Games and Handouts
Review numerous figurative language and rhetorical devices in a fun way: with Jeopardy®-style review games. This download includes two full rounds (62 total questions/answers) in editable Powerpoint presentations, editable student handouts, teacher key, and an optional game-card format if you are not able to play using a projector or computer.The first round covers the definitions of the terms; the second round gives examples for the terms.Included figurative and rhetorical devices:allegory, all
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Student Led Discussions | Book Clubs | Book Talks Bundle
Book Clubs and Book Talks will get your students talking about books - What could be better! Both products will guide you through planning process and assignment!Please check out the previews for each product before purchasing! ✅ Join me for a Master Class on Reader's WorkshopGrab your FREE Critical Thinking organizer here! ©MiddleSchoolCafé Please note: this resource is for use by one teacher only. Additional teachers must purchase their own license or if your school is part of TpT for Schools
Grades:
7th - 11th
Notice and Note Nonfiction Powerpoint
This powerpoint will help you teach the nonfiction signposts to your students. Has over 40 slides.
Grades:
6th - 12th
The Book Thief Introduction Power Point
Studying The Book Thief? Looking to give students some context for the novel ?Then this product is for you! Introduction power point includes:•About the Author•World War II•The Nazi Party•Nazi Book Bans•Death Marches•The Concentration Camps•Dachau•The Holocaust•Themes•Symbols•Essential QuestionsNeed More Help?The Book Thief Flip book Study GuideThe Book Thief Characterization Flip book
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Grades:
6th - 9th
Also included in: The Book Thief Complete Teacher's Unit
FAHRENHEIT 451 - Agree or Disagree Pre-reading Activity
This activity has students choose sides on various issues raised in Fahrenheit 451. Works great as a pre-reading or anticipation activity, or perhaps as something to use after the story as a review or reflection exercise. Includes 10 key issues that students have to take a stand on and defend.
My students absolutely love when we do these Agree or Disagree activities. Gets students up and moving, and often leads to great discussions. The key is they have to be able to defend their point of view
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9th - 12th
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RECIPROCAL TEACHING READING Strategy - Presentation & Student Handouts
Are you looking for a cooperative reading strategy to keep your students engaged? Do you have students who struggle with reading? Reciprocal Teaching is the BEST solution for both primary and secondary students. What is Reciprocal Teaching? Reciprocal teaching is a multi-strategy approach to assist students in understanding the meaning of a text. Students: are taught to make predictions about what is going on in the text or what they will read about,Generate questions about the text content,
Grades:
9th - 12th
Segunda Carta de Relación Lesson Plan & PowerPoint
This lesson plan includes:1. Teacher Lesson Plan with answer key2. Student Handout ready to print3. PowerPoint to accompany the activitiesThe lessons includes:- notes for historical context, vocabulary, text-dependent questions, rhetorical devices, and a free response question (FRQ) practice.-All activities include the answer key to guide you in teaching the main points of the text. The lessons are ready to print.This lesson will support the AP Spanish Literature course. Please note that the mat
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Four Week Dystopian Unit: 80+ Slides, Choice Board, 4 Seminars, Film, 12 Essays!
Examination Day Full-Week ELA Unit Plan: Socratic Seminar, Choice Board, SlidesDive into Henry Slesar's thought-provoking short story, "Examination Day," with a full-week ELA unit plan designed for middle school. This comprehensive package includes detailed Socratic seminar procedures, engaging choice board activities, and dynamic presentation slides to encourage critical thinking and student-led discourse on themes of intelligence testing and government control.Harrison Bergeron Full-Week ELA P
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6th - 9th
Read Aloud Background HISTORY LESSON PREREADING The Watsons Go to Birmingham
"Our digital Powerpoint equips you with the knowledge and context needed to fully appreciate this poignant novel."PURPOSE: This NONFICTION PowerPoint lesson provides digital pre-reading resources & factual historical background information for Watsons Go to Birmingham by Christopher Paul Curtis.GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous historical fiction literature by front-loading historical facts to aid comprehension & align to standardsAUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or indep
Grades:
4th - 12th
Call Of The Wild - Ready to Teach Lessons PPT- 30+ activities/185 slides
This is a fantastic resource. I have taught this book numerous times and collated the lessons I have found most useful. Any teacher can pick up the 14 lessons and teach them with little other prep. (The only thing here I can think of is having the books and some printing). The lessons do not need to be taught in chronological order either, but they do mostly follow the order of the book. As it is a PPT, you can edit it to meet the needs of the students in your class. Included:185 slide PPTResour
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6th - 10th
"The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes" Google Slides Presentation w/ Chapters
The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins is the 4th book in the Hunger Games Series and a prequel to "The Hunger Games" trilogy. The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes is about 18-year-old Coriolanus Snow and his chance to mentor a young competitor in the Hunger Games, Lucy Gray Baird (a female tribute from District 12). This story takes place years before Coriolanus becomes the tyrannical president of Panem in the first Hunger Games book. This is a suspenseful novel perfect for middl
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Grades:
7th - 10th
"Visión de los vencidos - Presagios" - Lesson Plan & PowerPoint
This lesson plan includes three documents:1. Teacher Lesson Plan with answer key2. Student Handout ready to print3. PowerPoint to accompany the activitiesThe lessons includes:- notes for historical context, vocabulary, text-dependent questions, rhetorical devices, and a free response question (FRQ) practice.-All activities include the answer key to guide you in teaching the main points of the text. The lessons are ready to print.This lesson will support the AP Spanish Literature course. Please n
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Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education
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