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Middle school informational text projects for Easel
September 11th - 9/11 Reading, Writing, Art & Printable Text 4th, 5th, 6th grade
Discuss the sensitive events of September 11th, 2001 with elementary children. These integrated lesson plans and 9-11 printable texts are age appropriate and emphasize how Americans unite and serve one another during times of tragedy. Teach about Sept.11th while meeting your reading informational text and writing standards too.These plans are also available for grades 1-3. Click here to view.This resource includes lesson plans for students to:Pose inquiry based questions based on 9/11 photograph
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4th - 6th
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Civil Rights Movement Unit
The Civil Rights Movement is a critical part of our nation's history. Before starting this unit, I researched, studied primary sources, and submitted this file to other teachers in a peer-review process. If you are looking for the Google Slides version of this resource, click here! This unit focuses on the major events and people of the 1950s and 1960s American Civil Rights Movement. As you know, this is a sensitive topic, so I must balance being careful with wording while also telling the truth
Grades:
5th - 6th
Constitution Unit
The Constitution is so much fun to teach! Are you looking for a fresh, engaging, active Constitution unit? You've found it! The activities in this unit will not only help your students learn about the Constitution… they will bring excitement and engagement to your classroom! All of the activities included in this unit are student favorites! ** This unit was recently revised! **Contents of this unit: Pages 3-5: Articles of Confederation-Passage and Cloze ActivityPages 6-8: Creating a Constitution
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4th - 6th
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Also included in:Â Constitution Bundle
POP BOTTLE Biography Project {Reading/Writing Informational Text} Who Was/Is
My Pop Bottle Biography Projects will truly FOSTER a LOVE of reading and writing informational text among your students while allowing them to be creative thinkers and learners. Your students will LOVE this project because they will have an opportunity to use their imaginations as they learn about an important person in history! This project will also get your students and their families working TOGETHER! How awesome is that?!?As teachers, we all know how important choice in the classroom truly
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Grades:
2nd - 6th
Crime Scene Investigation Common Core: Comparing Texts, Textual Evidence, Bias
***NOW DIGITAL FOR ONLINE LEARNING!!!*****TPT Favorite**This Detective Report is a FUN and engaging way to hit all of the major Common Core Standards at once!*GREAT way to introduce persuasive writing and research papers!*Fits with any text*Can be used in any subject area*Graphic Organizers can be re-used throughout the yearPerfect For:Comparing TextsCiting Textual EvidenceIdentifying BiasDetermining Main IdeaDrawing Inferences Identifying Point of ViewSummarizing Analyzing Credibility Also Incl
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6th - 12th
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Close Reading Interactive Notebook 2nd-6th Grade Text Coding Structure Genres
2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th grade Close Reading Interactive Notebook Text Structures Compare Contrast Informational Text Sub-Genres Historical, Technical, Scientific, Argument & Claim and more. Celebrate Close Reading with this unit! Inside you will find text based question cards, bookmarks, text coding supports, posters, graphic organizers, discussion tools and lesson plan templates. Each of the above are aligned to Literature and Informational Text Common Core State Standard.Tools to develop t
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2nd - 6th
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Spring Break Project: Plan a Trip
Product Description: Plan A Trip Project Based Learning, Staycation or VacationResearch, organize, and plan a staycation or vacation. An eight step guide walks students through their project. Brainstorming, traveler interests, itinerary, expenses, web research, scoring guide, and awards are all part of this no prep unit. Unit culminates with a presentation on their planned trip, complete with award certificates for audience or teacher chosen favorites. Students can choose a driving vacation wi
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5th - 9th
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Nonfiction Text Structures Sorting Craftivity featuring U.S. Presidents
This engaging activity puts a fun spin on reviewing nonfiction text structures! Students are given three worksheets with five nonfiction passages related to our presidents. They must read the passage and identify the text structure that was used by the author of the passage. After the worksheets have been checked, students cut out the passages and use them as they assemble their craftivity. When finished, these can be used for a fun Presidents Day bulletin board or school hallway display! It can
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4th - 6th
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Also included in:Â February Craftivity BUNDLE: Create Student-Centered Bulletin Boards
Bats Foldable Brochure Research Project, Using Informational Text, Vocabulary
This hands-on research project features a print-and-go trifold brochure, and two styles of informational text where students can find all the needed content for the project. The 3-2-1 note-taking method is incorporated to teach kids how to use the text to find their information. Includes labeled bat diagrams and blank student copies for them to create an original illustration. Vocabulary key terms are practiced in two different puzzle formats, offering varied difficulty levels and a fun approa
Grades:
1st - 6th
Hawaiian Culture Timeline project Bundle for Hawaiian Studies SS 4.1.1
This is everything you need to teach the evolution of Hawaiian culture. Students synthesize informational text, organize information in chronological order, and display the information creatively. There are many opportunities for assessment throughout the project.This project includes a Hawaiian Culture Information Book with informational text AND a fill-in timeline and key on each of the following elements of Hawaiian culture through time:GovernmentReligionLand OwnershipLanguageHulaMusicSurfi
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3rd - 7th
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Who Was Biography Series Final Projects - SUMMARIZE Fill-in Graphic Organizer
This product is designed to go along with the Who Was/Is/Were biography books. Students can use the ten pages to determine key words and summarizing sentences. This file includes:
- Common Core State Standards
- Directions
- 7 pages for key words and sentences
- 2 pages for final summary
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Who Was Biography Series Final Projects - Comic Retell Fill-in Graphic Organizer
Who Was Biography Series Final Projects - Make A Quiz Fill-in Graphic Organizer
Bundle up! Here are five fina
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3rd - 6th
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Nonfiction Book Report for any Magazine, Newspaper or Computer Article
No-prep, nonfiction "book report" for newspaper, magazine and computer articles. With this resource students are provided the opportunity to choose any magazine, newspaper or computer article or be assigned a specific article by the teacher. After the student has read their article, they will respond to higher level text structure questioning and then choose one project from several differentiated enrichment projects to expand their understanding further.Works perfectly for distance learning a
Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in:Â Nonfiction Book Reports "Bundle" For the Entire Year! Use With any Books!
Nonfiction Book Projects, "End of the Book Projects for Any Nonfiction Book!"
No-prep, book projects for any nonfiction book, textbook chapters, magazine article or any nonfiction text! This "end of the book" project menu provides an excellent way to check for understanding of nonfiction books. From creating hyperbole books, to writing a "Life Changing Poem", or even becoming a guest on CNN, your students will love these projects. Print and go nonfiction book projects that can be used over and over again!
The projects are awesome for an authentic assessment. A rubric i
Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in:Â Nonfiction Book Reports "Bundle" For the Entire Year! Use With any Books!
Inventor Poster {{Black History Month Research Project}}
This Inventor Poster is a great way to engage your students in research for Black History Month. In print or digital form, your students will get to know an African American inventor.What is included:1. Inventor Poster (8x10) - Students will use the internet or other resources to answer guided questions to fill in each section and learn more about an African American inventor. Display them in your classroom or in the hallway. Students will be proud of their work!2. Digital Poster (Google Slides)
Grades:
4th - 12th
Civil War Project "Fortunately & Unfortunately Book"
No-Prep, "Fortunately & Unfortunately Book" Civil War project! Your students will have an opportunity to show their understanding of the Civil War in a fun, creative, relevant a authentic way. With this project, your students will follow the guidelines provided in the directions using critical thinking skills to brainstorm the pros and cons of important Civil War topics and create a book to display their information.Perfect for distance learning as well.Great "end of the unit" culminating p
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5th - 8th
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Information Report Assessment Task - Plan a Holiday
Information Report Assessment Task - Plan a HolidayAn assignment for students to create an information report about their preferred holiday destination. Includes step-by-step, detailed instructions with scaffolding to assist students. Students complete a template before expanding on their work.Students are to research their preferred holiday destination. They then complete an information report and create a presentation. It is recommended that you use this as an inquiry-based assignment, which
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4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Custom Order Resource Bundle #2
Restaurant Menu Scavenger Hunt - Life Skills & Money Math Activity
Use this activity in small groups, whole group, or in stations that rotate through different menus! Students will be engaged and learning Functional Life and Math Skills! Print in Color or B&W. Check out my other Functional Life Skills Products! Fast Food Menu Math ActivityReality Check Real Life Simulation and Budget Activity
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3rd - 12th
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Person of the Year Biography Writing Project for 4th, 5th, 6th Grade
Students nominate a person for the Person of the Year Award, read a biography and do research, then write a persuasive essay and present!Includes:-Influential person lesson-Topic and Closing Sentence lessons-Note taking packet-Scaffolded writing plan packet-Writing paper-Writing checklist-Rubric-Presentation plan-Presentation page-Teaching suggestions-Lesson sequenceWorks well with the 4th Grade Reading Workshop Biography Unit!
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4th - 6th
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Nonfiction Science Books Projects! Perfect for Any Science Trade Book!
No-prep, engaging book projects for classroom and library nonfiction science books! After reading their science book, the students choose from twelve projects that equal 100 points. Projects range from identifying key concepts to making a flyer or even developing expert questions; the projects are fun and kid tested and approved! Pass out a different science book and this menu of projects to every student and you have a rigorous no-prep science lesson! Great for group work, individual work or h
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in:Â Nonfiction Book Reports "Bundle" For the Entire Year! Use With any Books!
Nonfiction Book Review with Easel Activity
These book report analysis sheets are designed to supplement your study of nonfiction in middle school. The preview sheets let students preview a selection and look at text features and main ideas. The 2-page book review sheet has a question and answer constructed response for students to delve deeper into analyzing the text. Give to students to study and evaluate any nonfiction selection they have read. The reading response pages have students note down vocabulary and new words, author’s purpos
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in:Â Nonfiction Vocabulary and Structure Bundle - Grades 4 - 8
Famous Scientist Research Project Scientists Bulletin Board Biography Templates
Famous Inventors Scientist Research ProjectEngage students in history with Famous Inventors & Scientist Research Pennants! Perfect for independent research project or during a whole-class lesson, these bulletin board biography templates offer an easy format for students to explore and proudly display their findings on renowned inventors and scientists.These templates are designed for research purposes, and actual research content is not included.Utilize the blank pennants to explore individ
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in:Â BUNDLE Famous Scientist Research Project Bulletin Board Biography Templates
The Cay by Theodore Taylor Hurricane Brochure Research Project with Peer Review
The Cay by Theodore Taylor Hurricane Brochure Research Project. After reading the novel, students will choose an island or region to research and write a hurricane safety brochure for the residents of their selected region. They must include a graph showing the costliest and deadliest hurricanes in history, a paragraph describing the region's history with hurricanes, a resident preparedness list, a checklist for items and supplies needed, a map with an evacuation route, a what to do and what not
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4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â The Cay by Theodore Taylor Bundle - Novel Unit
*Free* Who Was Biography Series - TIMELINE Fill-in Graphic Organizer
This free resource is designed to go along with any book in the Who Was/Is/Were biography series. It's a cut and glue activity for students to make a timeline about the life of their person. In the file you will find:
- Common Core State Standards
- Directions
- Example
- Two cut and glue pages
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Who Was Biography Series Final Projects - Family Tree Fill-in Graphic Organizer
Who Was Biography Series Final Projects - Comic Retell Fill-in Graphic Organizer
Who Was Biography Serie
Grades:
3rd - 6th
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ELA 6-12 Persuasive Super Bowl 2024 Commercial Project, Rhetoric/Fallacy Option
Students will be engaged during every aspect of this Super Bowl Commercial Project. Students are tasked with creating a 30 second commercial for something that already exists and/or a something they invent. If students are familiar with rhetorical appeals and logical fallacies, there is a version of the sheets to require use in the commercial. However, if students are unfamiliar with those persuasion techniques, don't worry! There is also a version that simply requires practicing persuasion. Stu
Grades:
6th - 12th
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