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7th grade english language arts song microsofts
Aca-Scuse Me? Teaching Theme vs. Main Idea With Music and Lyrics
This assignment is PITCH PERFECT for teaching theme to students grades 4 through 8!***UPDATED 9/8/18 TO INCLUDE:***PRE/POST TEST ANSWER KEYSCONCEPT HANDOUT FOR STUDENTSANSWER SHEETS FOR EACH OF THE 5 SONGSIf you are like me back during my first year of teaching 5th, I struggled to teach main idea and theme. This assignment makes the task more fun. Resource is designed to help your students analyze 5 popular songs for themes. Included in this 21 page bundle:-5 hugely popular song lyric pages for
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4th - 8th
Bosquejo para Ensayo Argumentativo Hamilton Satisfied - SPANISH Argument Essay
Si te cuesta motivar a tus estudiantes a argumentar, ¡déjaselo a Hamilton! La canción Satisfied del popular musical histórico modela perfectamente la estructura del ensayo. Esta unidad enseña a los estudiantes las características de un buen texto argumentativo, y luego los guía en la redacción de un ensayo argumentativo. Tras analizar la situación a la que se enfrenta Angelica Schuyler en la canción, los estudiantes tomarán una postura a favor del amor o la razón, y pasarán por el proceso de esc
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7th - 11th
Julia Alvarez ~ Before We Were Free MASTER PACKET (46 pages)
Aligned to the Common Core this is a 46-page packet of materials and tests (with KEY) over each chapter of the novel, Before We Were Free by Julia Alvarez. This is all "stuff" I've used in classrooms for nearly a decade of teaching this coming of age novel.
The packet includes:
• Learning Essentials & Expectations
• Chapter Vocabulary
• Quizzes
• Study Guide for Every Chapter
• Essay Rubric
• Final Test with KEY
• Maps
• Character Guide
• Extras!!!
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7th - 12th
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Tone and Mood with Figurative Language using music "Sound of Silence"
This lesson teaches tone and mood using the song "Sound of Silence". It is presented in three different formats, with three different versions (Trolls, Simon and Garfunkel, Disturbed) The students must listen to each version to get the tone and mood from each. There are questions that go with figurative language, color presentation, denotation and connotation, and compare/contrast. There is also a RACED question. This is a full lesson that will take at least one hour.
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6th - 12th
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Song lyrics/poetry/figurative language/theme: THRILLER by Michael Jackson
Using the song lyrics from "Thriller" by Michael Jackson, this lesson is a great attention getter. Students will get to read and annotate the song lyrics while identifying figurative language terms. The figurative language terms are identified using SHAMPOO+II's. The annotations are made using a chart included in the answer key. Watch the music video either before or after annotations, teacher choice! I prefer to read over the lyrics with the students, give them about 15 minute to annotate and i
Poetry and Modern Song Stations - Theme Activity (10 songs & 10 poems!)
Product Description-7 stations match up songs and poems-Stations have 2-4 texts included (10 poems and 10 songs total included)-Each station has students find a theme, quote, and connection. Some stations ask additional questions. This is a Word document, so you can add extra questions to the directions and answer sheets if you'd like. -Songs are from Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, Brantley Gilbert, Post Malone, Juice Wrld, Andra Day, etc. -Poems are all American Literature poems from Maya Angelou,
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7th - 12th
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Holidays - Reader's Theatre Play
This is an 11 page HOLIDAY PLAY that can be used with a class or theatre group to put on a performance to both small and large audiences. It is based loosely on the story 'Scrooge.' It centers around a student that wants to quit the Holiday play out of selfishness. After visits from Spirits the main character learns the errors of his ways. The play teaches a moral about how others depend on us even though we don't realize it. For adventurous teachers, there are also some recommendations for s
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education
"Coming of Age" Song Analysis Activity
Students will select from a variety of pre-selected songs geared toward the "Coming of Age" and "Value of Work" unit. With a partner, they will explore and analyze the lyrics to find theme, symbols, figurative language, and more. Then, they will create an album cover representing their analysis. This lesson will take 1 hour, however, it can be extended into another day (included with directions). This includes: >Written directions for students for the {Guided Portion} {Song Analysis} {Album C
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7th - 11th
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Song and Story Visuals for Students with Autism
Students can sing along, sequence, or retell the story with the visual in this packet.
This packet includes
1. Going on a Bear Hunt
2. Brown Bear, Brown Bear
3. The Very Hungry Caterpillar
4. Polar Bear, Polar Bear
5. The Brew
6. Wheels on the Bus
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PreK - 8th
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Rutina diaria. Song. Reflexive Verbs. Spanish Daily Routine. Fiche de travail
Learn with songs! A fun way to introduce a topic and review grammar and vocabulary! This is a learning sequence that you can develop and work on for 4 days in which you will find different activities. It will allow to work: listening, writing and speaking skills! At the end of the lesson students will be able to:-To practice and to talk about their daily routine. They will talk about the activities they do in their free time.-Have fun and review a grammar topic with a song! =) Objectives:- Ling
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Music of the Harlem Renaissance {Duke Ellington Play-Along}
Teach students to appreciate music and poetry of the Harlem Renaissance! This resource includes:a power-up activity where students determine whether a quote comes from Harlem Renaissance poetry or a hip hop songbackground information on famous jazz composer Duke Ellingtonan instrument play-along to "It Don't Mean a Thing if it Ain't Got That Swing"brief introduction of how music is organized into measures, meter, and note valuesYou might also be interested in these other resources:Proud Mary {In
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2nd - 8th
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PENTATONIX: A Capella Singing Sensation! - PowerPoint Presentation w/ Quiz
Get to know Pentatonix, the five member a cappella group that's taking the world by storm! This PowerPoint presentation is packed with information on the group, from their beginnings to their current successes. Plus, there's a 10 question quiz at the end to test your students' knowledge. Whether you're a fan of Pentatonix or not, this presentation is sure to entertain! Topics Covered:HistoryKey TermsQuotesTimelineQuizWhat's included in the package:* Pentatonix PPTX* Pentatonix Show PPSX* Pentato
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4th - 12th
Freak the Mighty:connecting characters with music/lyrics
This one-day activity is fun and educational. Sting recorded a song "The Mighty" for the soundtrack that goes with the movie of the book "Freak the Mighty" or "The Mighty." The kids love incorporating music in the classroom. This document includes the song lyrics and some thought provoking questions that compare the book and the lyrics as well as self-refection on the content. I also downloaded the song on iTunes to play for the kids while they answer the questions (not included). You can h
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4th - 8th
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Song lyrics/poetry/figurative language/theme: We Are the Champions by QUEEN
Using the song lyrics from "Bohemian Rhapsody" by Queen, this lesson is a great attention getter. Students will get to read and annotate the song lyrics while identifying figurative language terms. The figurative language terms are identified using SHAMPOO+II's. The annotations are made using a chart included in the answer key. Watch the music video either before or after annotations, teacher choice! I prefer to read over the lyrics with the students, give them about 15 minute to annotate and id
Language Arts Activity: Using YOUTUBE Music Videos to Teach the Elements of Plot
The students are shown five popular music videos on YOUTUBE. While watching the videos they make notes. After watching, they work together to answer questions concerning the elements of plot in each video. Then individually, each student charts the elements of plot in one of the five videos.
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6th - 9th
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Social Protest Poetry / Song Lyrics
These are song lyrics by Bob Dylan, John Lennon, Ben Harper... to study as part of my Social Protest Poetry Project.
This is my favorite project of the school year! Students learn the true power of words as they research, analyze, and/or write their own poetry of social protest. Real-world issues are explored and put to poetic words. The unit covers poetic analysis, research, author's purpose & craft, and multi-media presentations. Find other assignments within this unit for sale sepa
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4th - 12th
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Song lyrics/poetry/figurative language/theme: Gangsta's Paradise by COOLIO
Using the song lyrics from "Gangsta's Paradise" by Coolio, this lesson is a great attention getter. Students will get to read and annotate the song lyrics while identifying figurative language terms. The figurative language terms are identified using SHAMPOO+II's. The annotations are made using a chart included in the answer key. Watch the music video either before or after annotations, teacher choice! I prefer to read over the lyrics with the students, give them about 15 minute to annotate and
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: BUNDLE- Using Song Lyrics- Poetry, Figurative Language, Theme, etc.
Back to School First Week of School INSPIRATIONAL Activities
This is truly a unique collection of activities and resources that are designed to be used in either a 4th, 5th, or 6th grade classroom during the first day and throughout the first week of school. If a teacher can inspire students in those first few moments of school then, the atmosphere for a productive, engaged learning environment is set for the rest of the year. This package includes:
Two highly engaging class team building exercises
A welcome poem that sets the scene for the first few mom
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4th - 7th
Old Town Road {Bucket Drumming Activity}
Review the elements of a narrative while incorporating popular music into your classroom. Students will love getting to listen and play the bucket drums to Lil Was X and Billy Ray Cyrus' hit single, "Old Town Road." Includes lesson plan suggestions, discussion prompts, compare and contrast, and bucket drumming activity. You might also be interested in these other resources:Sit Still, Look Pretty {Bucket Drumming}Respect {Instrument Play-Along}I'll Find You {Instrument Play-Along}Don't forget to
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3rd - 8th
Song lyrics/poetry/figurative language/theme: Stressed Out by 21 PILOTS
Using the song lyrics from "Stressed Out" by Twenty One Pilots, this lesson is a great attention getter. Students will get to read and annotate the song lyrics while identifying figurative language terms. The figurative language terms are identified using SHAMPOO+II's. The annotations are made using a chart included in the answer key. Watch the music video either before or after annotations, teacher choice! I prefer to read over the lyrics with the students, give them about 15 minute to annotate
Bob Dylan: Music as Poetry with "It's All Over Now, Baby Blue"
This is a wonderful way to introduce the blurred lines between genres, as well as a great way to engage in the learning process—for all students of all ages love music. They may be reluctant poets, but once the connection is made that some songs are indeed poetry (or, heaven forbid—the acronym R.A.P. stands for Rhythmic American Poetry!), the sky is the limit for a renewed appreciation for poetry. This can be a nice addition to any poetry unit, or, it stands alone as an extension activity, a c
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6th - 12th
Parody Song Project & Worksheet
This download will provide you with a Parody Song project and accompanying worksheet to do with your classes!You will be provided with clear directions, a grading rubric and guidelines for your students to be successful on this project! The accompanying worksheet will take some time before the project to get students accustomed to writing parody songs. The products are always fun to read and I hope you enjoy this as much as I do!
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5th - 8th
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Robert Frost Poetry Compare and Contrast Analysis Activity and Essay
Analyze Robert Frost's classic poem "The Road Not Taken" with close reading annotations and questions. Discusses message, tone, and figurative language. Then, compare and contrast the poem with country singer Lauren Alaina's hit song "The Road Less Traveled"! Students will explore music as poetry and discover if two poems with similar titles are really the same. Answer key and essay rubric provided! My students LOVED this activity and I hope yours will as well! The song is catchy and has a p
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5th - 9th
Song Lyric Analysis For Figurative Language Mixed Melodies Grades 5-8
This mini-lesson PowerPoint will allow your students to identify different types of figurative language from a catchy pop and country songs. Animations help both the teacher and the student identify the words in the lyrics that are figurative and the student is prompted to explain the meaning. This lesson is common core aligned and just plain, old-fashioned fun!
This activity works well after an initial lesson on figurative language or review.
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5th - 8th
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