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7th grade ELA test prep projects
Design Your Own Video Game (Writing Project)
It’s a given, students love video games. What students may not know is that a successful video game has many elements of literature: a good plot line, interesting characters, a clear, define problem and an eventual solution. In this resource students will be asked to design their own video game. Even if they are not a gamer, they will still have success. Students will create a name and cover design for their video game and product description. Included in this resource: ** Brainstorming Page **
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3rd - 7th
Research Project: Outline Organization and Essay Writing: Teen Issues
Self-guided research packet and Google Doc. Perfect for Google Classroom or distance learning!Research and the Research Essay Process is a vital skill for any student in order to be successful through school and beyond. It covers multiple standards and is time consuming to design organization materials and to teach explicitly. NOT ANY MORE!This packet takes students step by step through the research and writing process in 10-15 days (depending on student skill level and in class work time availa
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5th - 10th
Grammar Video Project: Students Teach Their Peers!
We learn by DOING and by TEACHING others. Transform your grammar instruction by putting STUDENTS in the role of teacher!In this project, student groups collaborate to design and record their own SHORT videos (1-5 minutes) teaching one focused grammar concept to their peers. The project can take place in as little as one week, depending on how much class time you give and your available technology.Once made, these videos can:• be played in class (followed by your instruction/lesson)• be played in
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Grammar Projects Bundle: Creative Activities for Secondary ELA
ELA Vocabulary Poster Project - Elements of Literature, Poetry, and Drama
This poster project is a great way to introduce elements of literature, poetry, and drama. Creative academic vocabulary activities help your students connect quickly to terms they’ll see throughout the school year. You can even use these vocabulary posters as classroom décor as a constant reference.Students create a poster with a definition and example of one vocabulary term. You can distribute these so that all of the terms are covered.Three sets of vocabulary activities: ✅ Elements of literatu
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7th - 10th
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Argumentative Essay Writing Middle School Challenge Activity Printable
Reviewing argumentative essay writing can be challenging but this engaging and interactive challenge activity will break it down and make it fun!Students are given a prompt, texts, and a checklist to write an essay. Each successfully completed step from the checklist earns a puzzle piece. On the appointed day, students are awarded whatever their puzzle shows that they earned!What's included:✅ A Challenge for embedded counterclaims✅ A Challenge for separate counterclaim paragraphs (These 2 chal
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5th - 8th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Argumentative Essay Writing BIG BUNDLE for Embedded Counterclaims
Persuasive Writing Graphic Organizers, Checklists & More
Persuasive Writing - This 30-page packet of guided instructions, templates, graphic organizers, and exemplars leads students through the process of writing a persuasive essay with no teacher assistance. Includes Google Doc link for Google Classroom activity. Perfect for distance learning!Worksheets can be used with a topic of your choice / student choice OR you can use a topic I've had success with in the past. .Zip includes PDF, editable .docx and Google Doc link of 30-page presuasive writing p
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5th - 10th
Cause and Effect Essay - Informative Essay Packet
This project packet includes a prompt, high-interest passage set... and so much more! I use it to guide students through entire process of writing an informative / explanatory text-based essay. A complete resource, it covers everything from analyzing the prompt to revising and peer-editing. Here's what you get with it:• Sample Essay with guided questions,• Writing Prompt and Passage Set (3 high-interest articles),• Graphic organizers for note-taking and essay-planning,• Reference tools: Cause
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5th - 8th
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2 Foldable Projects: Tackling Text Structures & Supporting the CCCS
Text Structure Foldable Project Set
Text Structures Addressed: Compare/Contrast**Cause/Effect**Problem/Solution**Sequence**Description**
✔Project 1 Focus: Students use multiple books to identify the various text structures. They also make connections between the text structures and their own life.
✔Project 2 Focus: Students select a topic and use their knowledge of text structures to collect, research and present information (briefly touches on text features as well)
**THIS PACKET IS AIMED AT
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3rd - 8th
Robots and Society Research Project and CER Writing Activity for STEM
With the advancement of technology, robots are playing an increasingly important role in our society. Give your students a chance to take part in this timely debate and explore the impact of robots on human society. Students will gather information from text and video sources. Then they will craft an argumentative essay using the CER format.Get all the Intro to Robotics resources here and SAVE!The lesson meets science, reading, and writing standards. Students begin by gathering evidence from a v
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7th - 9th
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The Tiger Rising - 34 page Reading Response Packet
This packet can be used for an intermediate level classroom. I have used it for Guided Reading & adapted Lit. Circles. The students read about 5 chapters (they are short) a week & respond in the packet. They discuss/read together and then paraphrase their own answers separately in the packet. I meet with each group 1-3 times per week to check for comprehension using the packet. It allows for focused comprehension and is a great assessment tool! The kids also love taking it home, showing
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4th - 7th
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No Prep Theme Essay Mini-Unit: Slideshow and All Resources Included
NO PREP! Ready to use as soon as you download.This is a complete mini unit on comparing theme in a poem and a short story. It includes all resources necessary to teach the skill and guide students in responding to an essay prompt which asks students to analyze the development of the theme in two different texts. The poem used is "Love That Boy" and the story used is "Sometimes a Dream Needs a Push" (Both by Walter Dean Meyers).The 16 slide lesson presentation walks you step by step through the p
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7th - 10th
50+ Great Ideas For Use After State Testing
Do you have several days or even weeks of time to fill after state testing but before school ends? Here are 50+ great ideas to use with your middle and high school students.
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6th - 12th
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8th Grade English ELA Lessons in PowerPoint Slides for FULL YEAR (42 Weeks)
This resource contains a FULL YEAR (42 weeks) of detailed 8th Grade ELA lessons in PowerPoint addressing the following core texts: Homecoming, The Witch of Blackbird Pond, A Single Shard, and The Princess Bride. These lessons for an entire year in PowerPoint are designed to be paired with my resource "8th Grade English ELA Lesson Plan Bundle (Entire Year - 42 Weeks)." These lessons likewise address all of the Grade 8 ELA Common Core standards in ways that promote critical thinking, text-to-world
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6th - 9th
Reading Literature (RL) Quick Assessments
Introducing Our Exciting RL Standard Quick Assessments! Are you ready to take your students on an exhilarating journey through the world of literature? Look no further! Our RL Standard Quick Assessments are here to ignite their passion for reading and challenge their literary prowess like never before! Fast-Paced and Rigorous: Get ready for a high-octane ride through the depths of literary analysis! These quick assessments are designed to push students to their limits, with rigorous questions t
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6th - 9th
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Finding Figurative Language in Song Lyrics Project with Scoring
Inspire your students' love for literature and music with this delightful project, where they embark on a captivating journey of analyzing songs for figurative language and poetic devices. In this student-centered activity, learners get the freedom to choose a song they adore, and then they explore the rich world of literary elements woven within the lyrics. To add an artistic touch, students are encouraged to express their creativity by designing a personalized album cover that complements thei
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5th - 9th
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Business Letter Writing PowerPoint Presentation
Have fun using this engaging presentation to teach your student how to write a formal letter. This presentation includes the format, an assignment, and other visuals. I have also included links to other resources for assessment. There are many examples of teacher assessed student writing. These examples include assignments that demonstrate excellence, above acceptable, acceptable, and not yet.
This resource is an excellent guide to prepare teachers and students for standardized testing.
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5th - 10th
8th Grade English ELA Lesson Plans, Slides, & Materials BUNDLE for FULL YEAR
Looking for everything you need to teach 8th Grade ELA for the ENTIRE YEAR all in one place? Here it is. This MASSIVE BUNDLE DEAL of 1,099 pages and slides in total includes: 352 pages of Daily Lesson Plans for the FULL YEAR (42 weeks) in Hook/Teach/Model/Practice/Apply format with Prior Knowledge Connections, Differentiation by Style and Level, Clear Objectives, highlighted Blooms verbs, Engaging Bell-Ringers, Relevant and World-Connected Journal Writes, Explicit Directions for Activities, Work
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6th - 9th
Middle School Science Writing Prompts (NGSS-Aligned)
Unlock the power of science and language arts with our comprehensive PDF book of NGSS-aligned writing prompts. Explore various writing styles while reinforcing science standards and enhancing differentiation. Perfect for reviewing and assessing science and ELA standards.
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6th - 8th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-5
, MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-3
, MS-LS1-7
, MS-ESS3-2
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Standardized Testing EOG Boot Camp Test Taking Strategies Middle School
Do you need a fun, engaging way to prepare your middle school students for success on the End-of-Grade (EOG) tests? If so, this Standardized Testing Bootcamp resource is exactly what you need! This Google Apps product is designed to help students master the skills and content needed to excel on their EOG assessments. Students will work hard throughout the week to earn points in order to graduate or pass Boot Camp! Military-themed activities and passages will add to the exciting theme! Included i
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6th - 8th
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Nonfiction Text Feature Project
Students will use a manila folder or a large piece of construction paper to create this nonfiction text feature project. Using a nonfiction book, students will identify the different text features, and record the text features from their book in a creative and innovative way.
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2nd - 7th
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SSR Book Trailer Learning Log Slideshow Active Reading Digital Resources
I developed and refined these products over the past twenty years and have used them will all levels of English classes. Research shows that students who read at least twenty minutes daily in books at their independent reading level and according to their interests will make growth as readers and can even begin to close any achievement gaps. This self-selected silent-sustained reading routine emphasizes student choice.Provides students choice in texts to read. Take them to the library. Contin
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7th - 12th
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Playlist Project
Lesson Description: Analyzing Songs Through a Playlist ProjectIn this engaging lesson, students will embark on a musical journey by creating a playlist of 10 songs and delving into the analysis of each song. Through this project, students will explore various aspects of the songs such as the main idea, summary, figurative language used, personal connections, and favorite lines.Lesson Objectives:Analyze and describe 10 songs in detail.Identify the main idea and summarize each song effectively.Rec
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6th - 10th
Create your own infographic!
Students will showcase their knowledge about a topic of their choosing! Before students create their own infographic using Google Slides, they will read a teacher selected article or infographic, find the main idea and 3-4 supporting details and then write a paragraph explaining their opinion or side they've chosen using text evidence. Once students have completed the reading, organizer and paragraph, they're ready to research a topic of their choice and create their own infographic using their
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Comma Activity Interactive Comma Practice in Context with Pictures
This comma activity includes goofy pictures for students to write with commas! Students will apply comma rules to fifteen pictures with certain guidelines. Differentiated answer sheets are provided as well as a comma use handout and possible answers.Included in this comma activity:✓ A Powerpoint presentation that gives fifteen pictures with directions. Examples include "write an appositive phrase using commas." You can see four samples on thumbnails three and four.✓ Differentiated practice. You
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7th - 10th
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