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Persuasive Essay Writing Bundle (Common Core Aligned)
This complete writing unit takes the students through the writing process (Brainstorming, Drafting, Revising, Editing, Publishing) on how to write strong, effective, common core aligned persuasive essays.Along the writing process each stage is broken down individually to really help students focus on nailing each section just right. Students are provided clear goals and mentor examples for their introduction, body paragraphs, counterclaim, as well as their conclusion.This simple and effective un
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5th - 9th
Also included in: The Complete Common Core Aligned Reading and Writing Bundle
Gender Roles Unit AP Language High School English 11th 12th BIGGER THAN EVER!
This huge unit is now even more massive! A compendium of canonical and modern gender-focused texts that span many perspectives, time periods, and arguments.Original questions and prompts for writing and discussion PLUSEngaging and creative critical thinking tasks EQUALS Weeks and weeks of fun and challenging content and activities.This unit is designed for AP English Language and Composition course, but is easily suitable to upper-level high school English classes, as well.OVER 25 TEXTS! OVER 80
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Argumentative Writing: Photo Essay Project
This photo essay activity and presentation is a great tool for starting or expanding on your unit for argumentative and/or persuasive writing. Look all around. People use photos to sell us on issues all the time. Commercials, billboards, yard signs they all use images to capture the audience. Photos are used to sell, make a point, argue, and as evidence. This unit emphasizes the value of photos and raises their impact to a new educational level. The assignment: Using a series of photos students
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7th - 12th
The Anatomy of Influence: American Literature Persuasive Research Essay unit
This capstone research paper is geared towards juniors or seniors, and instead of analyzing a work of literature, they analyze the impact that the book had on America as a whole. They research issues of censorship, popular culture, criticism, reception, and technology related to the book. It is treated as a persuasive or argumentative paper in which the students argue why their book was important to American society (and literature). The assignment uses research, MLA citation style, and is a gre
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
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Research Paper and Project for AP or Honors 9-12th grade: Pay it Forward
I use this project with my AP English Language and Honors American Literature classes of 11th graders. Students identify a problem in society that they can work to solve. They research the problem and possible solutions, then work as a group to develop a community/ school based project that addresses the problem. This went awesomely in my class this year! I had kids pick all sorts of interesting problems to research: animal welfare, homelessness, sleep depravation, among many others. They r
Writing an Op-Ed Handout - Editorial opinion piece Creative Writing Journalism
This is a one-page handout for a writing assignment that can be used for creative writing or journalism class. The assignment is for students to write a 2-3 page op-ed piece on the subject of their choice, as long as the subject has an impact on the public. Topics should be relevant, and the issue should be important to them. The assignment is explained in detail in this assignment, and there is also a 10-point checklist for students to self-evaluate the quality of their work before they turn it
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9th - 12th
Mastering Thesis Development & Research Paper Writing: A Comprehensive Unit
Introducing my comprehensive Research Paper Writing Project, designed to guide students through the intricacies of academic writing! This project is a step-by-step journey that teaches students how to craft a compelling thesis, meticulously plan, and write a research paper with precision.The journey begins in Google Classroom or Canva, where I provide students with the 'Thesis Dissertation' document. This vital resource leads them through the process of developing a strong thesis statement, the
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7th - 10th
The Crucible Projects Bundle
Need a few ideas to end "The Crucible"? This bundle includes 4 projects that I have personally created and used simultaneously to diversify summative assessments in my classroom. You will receive instructions for 4 projects: One-Pager, Diorama, ACT V Extension, and Argumentative Essay. This is an amazing deal for you as a teacher. Students get a choice in their assessment and you get to shake it up in the classroom.
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9th - 12th
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AP English Language & Composition - Definition Essay Research Project
Research project designed for AP English Language & Composition, focusing on the definition essay. Students choose an abstract noun to research and define. Requires approximately 4 weeks for deadlines. Includes scaffolding materials, printables, rubrics, guidelines for project, sample calendar, peer review sheets.
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11th - 12th
"The Crucible" Character Analysis Project
This project is two part: one part writing, one part creative.
The first writing part is broke down by section and includes an organizing worksheet for pre-writing. The second part is an open ended creative element for students to creatively represent their character.
The next page included is a glossary of sorts for students to use while writing.
The last page is the inclusive rubric for grading.
CCSS aligned and student approved!
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9th - 12th
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High School Reflective Writing Prompts & Rubrics
This is an assignment sheet with a list of 6 reflective writing prompts for High Schoolers! The assignment asks students to reflect on specific aspects of their life and really analyze their behavior in and out of school.
SOME Topics include:
-Where you will be in 20 years and actions you must take NOW to get there
-If a teacher wrote you a letter of recommendation NOW...
-Importance of seeing from another's perspective
ETC...
Rubric includes (and it is editable):
Adherence to Prompt
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8th - 12th
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GRATITUDE Project for MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL, END OF YEAR, THANKSGIVING PROJECT
"Gratitude sweetens even the smallest moments" -UnknownThis Gratitude Project is the perfect way to engage students in writing and research while also including some SEL in your curriculum! Teaching students about gratitude and thankfulness is important all year round, but especially during the Thanksgiving holiday season.I gave this project to my English II Honors classes as a way to assess their writing abilities after doing a unit on argumentative writing. They were given a prompt; Is gratitu
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9th - 12th
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Is The Rudy Movie a Cinderella Tale?
Watch this inspirational movie with your students, while having students think deeply about the story while meeting CCSS. High interest essay topic: Is The Rudy Movie a Cinderella Tale? Students will using reading comprehension skills to read a Cinderella tale from Portugal as they learn about Cinderella Elements. Then, students will view Rudy and fill out an organizer as they view. Finally, students will craft a claim that will then lead to essay writing. Graphic organizer, check list and rubri
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6th - 10th
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Narrative Writing: Outline for creating your own fable Editable!
Use this writing outline to help students organize their writing when creating their own fable. The "paws" are my school's take on the 7 quantum keys (integrity, balance, this is it, failure leads to success, ownership, etc). This is a great activity to integrate theme and creative writing.Vivid verb page was a freebie I snipped into the packet thanks to Lovin Lit visit her page below for the freebie!https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Lovin-Lit?aref=b1onranu
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3rd - 9th
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Greek Mythology Research Report and Oral Presentation
*************************************************************************************************************I HAVE A NEW AND UPDATED 2020 GUIDE TO TEACHING STUDENTS RESEARCH: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Teach-Students-To-Become-Expert-Researchers-And-Avoid-Fake-News-2020-Guide-5193234*************************************************************************************************************Interesting and engaging topic to introduce students to researching, citing sources, crea
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5th - 10th
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Full Unit on Using and Citing Sources (10 Research Skills Lessons)
This unit builds students' college-level research skills. It helps them know where to look to find the information they need, and then evaluate it (rather than just using Google)! Each of the ten lessons contains a learning target, introductory activity, explicit teaching notes, workshop task, and step-by-step resources for completing an actual research project. The unit comes with added resources including, yet not limited to, example works cited pages, full MLA-9 style argumentative essays
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7th - 12th
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About Me Pennant
Students will create a pennant to advertise themselves like universities and athletic programs. An essay will be written about the pennant. This is a great project to use at the beginning of the year. A 1-4 grading scale is used. I have the students create the pennant on the first day then complete a timed write the second day.
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7th - 12th
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Logical Fallacies PowerPoint & Note Taking Handout
This 19 slide PowerPoint guides students through the most common logical fallacies they will stumble across in argumentative writing or while preparing for a debate. Help them strengthen their arguments by identifying logical fallacies and eliminating them from their work. Each slide contains a fallacy, a definition, and a cartoon example of that fallacy in action.
Supporting Materials:
- Corresponding handout gives students a place to record their notes
- Fallacy Quiz
- DIY Fallacy Task
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7th - 12th
Is The Lion King Movie a Cinderella Tale?
High interest essay topic: Is The Lion King a Cinderella Tale? Students will using reading comprehension skills to read a Cinderella tale from Portugal as they learn about Cinderella Elements. Then, students will view The Lion King and fill out an organizer as they view. Finally, students will craft a claim that will then lead to essay writing. Graphic organizer, check list and rubric included!Google Doc so that you can tweak this to fit your school's writing expectations.Dear Valued Educator,Is
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5th - 9th
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Is The Karate Kid a Cinderella Tale?
High interest essay topic: Is The Karate Kid a Cinderella Tale? Students will using reading comprehension skills to read a Cinderella tale from Portugal as they learn about Cinderella Elements. Then, students will view The Karate Kid and fill out an organizer as they view. Finally, students will craft a claim that will then lead to essay writing. Graphic organizer, check list and rubric included!Google Doc so that you can tweak this to fit your school's writing expectations.Dear Valued Educator,
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5th - 9th
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Satire - Writing Project After Covering Satire
Fun writing project where students get to write their own satire. This activity is meant to be used as a reinforcement once satire has been introduced. I typically define satire, show them examples, and read Harrison Bergeron before doing this activity. Students get to write creatively and are challenged by this activity.The product includes a short timeline of project expectations and an explanation. A student handout where guidelines and requirements are listed along with a small brainstorming
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9th - 12th
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Perfect World Argument
Students are challenged to create a perfect world by exploring and deciding on all of the elements that make up a society. They are then writing an argumentative essay to explain why their world is perfect. There is a link to a Canva presentation with pre-set resources for students to use to investigate different aspects of the society to help them decide. On the final page is a link to graphic organizers to help students plot out their information. Included in the handouts are paragraph frams t
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7th - 10th
Moon of the Crust Snow & Leave the World Behind film 6part task
Moon of the Crusted Snow & Leave the World Behind film connection + suggested short story connection6 part assessment taskAs you know, there is no film connection available for Moon of the Crusted Snow. I have built a unit outline with 6 assessment tasks for teachers to use in or close their MOTCS unit. The unit includes mini essays with short story connection, hooks, research, character development, and suggested body comparisons between the film and novel.This detailed 3 page document will
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11th - 12th
Historical Figure Independent Research Project
This packet is a complete independent research project in which students will sign up for a person in history who interests them. Their due dates will be based on the figure they choose, so that they will each be ready to present their essays to the class when their chosen figures appear in the text. In essence, they will become our class "expert" on the day when they present their essays and research to their peers. Since the presentations are staggered, they will not take up a significant p
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7th - 10th
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