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Common Core RI.9-10.9 resources for Easel
Compare Contrast Two or More Texts NonFiction Graphic Organizers
Compare Contrast Two or More Texts: Close Reading Strategies and Activities
Aligned with the Common Core State Standards
Use the handouts to encourage close reading and compare/contrast of two or more texts or sources (may be used with multimedia sources such as graphics, videos, podcasts, etc.). They may also be used to compare two different people, focusing on comparing their early life, struggles, and achievements. Includes modified Venn Diagrams specific to the CCSS.
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Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: All of my Reading Resources (Fiction / Nonfiction) Growing Bundle
The Battle of Lexington and Concord: Mysteries in History
The students will try and solve the mystery of who fired the first shots at Lexington by looking at Primary sources, finding the main idea of the documents, making judgements and then writing up a detective report to explain what they discovered.
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Reading Informational & Literature Graphic Organizers Gr 9-10
Common Core Standards Graphic Organizers for ELA Reading Informational Texts and Fiction/Literature for Grades 9-10 (Also includes the organizers for grades 6, 7, and 8 because the skills build upon one another each year.)This IS included in the following bundles: • Common Core Bundle for Grades 9-12• Common Core Standards Reading Literature & Nonfiction/Informational Graphic Organizers Bundle for Grades 6-12EDITABLE VERSION AVAILABLE HERE:Google Drive Literature Graphic Organizers (Common C
Grades:
8th - 10th
Also included in: Custom Bundle for Jen W.
Paired Texts: Frederick Douglass & Malala Yousafzai - Close Reading Essay Lesson
This lesson connects three texts: Robert Hayden’s poem “Frederick Douglass,” an excerpt from Frederick Douglass’s My Bondage and My Freedom, and the New York Times article “Malala Yousafzai, Girl Shot by Taliban, Makes Appeal at U.N.” It also makes learning relevant for your students through real-world connections, while meeting ELA standards by employing nonfiction texts.Use this lesson to give your students practice with close reading and the synthesis of ideas. Activity handouts focus on b
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Real-World Nonfiction Connections Bundle: Thoreau, Douglass & Chopin
STAAR Non-Fiction Paired Passages with Writing Prompts for High School Reading
Are you searching for an easy way to prep your high school students for their ELA end-of-year test?Look no further! These High School Non-Fiction Reading Comprehension Passages with Questions have got you covered.✨Engaging Non-Fiction Paired Texts: This resource offers 6 non-fiction reading comprehension passages suitable for 9th & 10th grade students, making it versatile for high school. Use the worksheets for assessments or send them digitally for homework.⭐ New Item Types: Our carefully c
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Countdown to Reading STAAR 10 Day Boot Camp High School ELA Test Prep
FDR's Pearl Harbor Speech & Bush's 9/11 Speech Rhetorical Analysis
Looking to incorporate more rhetorical analysis or famous speeches into your high school English lessons? This easy-to-use 2-week unit includes 10 lessons, five for each historical speech, with activities that help students close read, write a defensible thesis, and craft a strong paragraph or essay. These lessons can be taught in class, uploaded to an online classroom, or printed for student use and are perfect for AP Lang or honors classes. The FDR lesson plans include:*a complete SOAP graphic
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10th - 12th
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Also included in: Presidential Speeches Rhetorical Analysis Bundle
The Gettysburg Address | Annotation, Parallel Structure, & Rhetorical Précis
With a focus on parallel structure and repetition, this 9 page document contains an annotation-friendly version of the text, an annotated key, and a rhetorical precis wordbank and template.Since it's so short, I always do MULTIPLE reads of "The Gettysburg Address." There is a good audio version on YouTube from Jeff Daniels as well. After the first de-coding read, I discuss why Lincoln structured his speech the way he did. The three paragraphs signify the past, the present, and the future. Then
Grades:
9th - 12th
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Paired Texts - Henry David Thoreau & Newspaper Article
In this lesson, students read and analyze nonfiction texts: excerpts from Henry David Thoreau’s Walden and an online newspaper article “Tiny House Movement Thrives Amid Real Estate Bust." After close reading the texts, they select a writing activity from a choice board that makes relevant connections.In addition to the printable lesson, this resource may be used for online learning with EASEL by TpT.Students begin by writing a journal about their most essential activities and consider how they
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Real-World Nonfiction Connections Bundle: Thoreau, Douglass & Chopin
Martin Luther King, Jr. Close Reading and Speech Writing Lesson
Make your study of Martin Luther King, Jr. a literacy lesson with a primary source. Students complete a close reading of Dr. King's prophetic speech “I’ve Been to the Mountain Top” and use their reading as inspiration for their own writing. In pre-reading activities, students learn about the context of the speech and define vocabulary. Next, they complete an activity to understand allusions, and then after reading the speech, they analyze its structure using a graphic organizer. They use the sa
Grades:
8th - 11th
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Also included in: Bundle: Writing with Mentor Texts - American Authors
Lincoln's 2nd Inaugural Address All In One w/ Questions, Assessments & PPT
Teaching students to analyze foundational US documents can be challenging! With this All in One Bundle, your students will be able to understand grade level vocabulary, analyze Lincoln's 2nd Inaugural Address through rhetorical devices and produce an Oral and/or Written Presentation to demonstrate mastery. This Bundle Includes:POWERPOINT:*Clearly Stated Purpose*Standards*Learning Objectives. *Key Terms *Closer Read Analysis* Key Concepts In Lesson: Main Claim of Text, Use of Parallelism, Attitud
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9th - 12th
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Sojourner Truth Ain't I a Woman Rhetorical Analysis
Help your secondary ELA students students improve their rhetorical analysis skills by analyzing Sojourner Truth's "Ain't I a Woman" speech.This easy-to-use resource is perfect for Honors, Pre-AP®, or AP® Language and Composition teachers introducing rhetorical analysis or helping students prepare for the AP® Lang exam. In this resource, students will examine the rhetorical situation and analyze rhetorical choices. Additionally, students will practice writing a defensible thesis and creating a li
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9th - 11th
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Also included in: Rhetorical Analysis Lesson Plans Bundle
Plan a trip: Project Based Learning- Common Core Aligned
In this 18-page unit, Students practice and perfect their logistical thinking, time management, mathematical understanding, and geography skills by planning their dream trip. Given a set budget and time frame, students are asked to plan their ideal getaway. All details must be taken into consideration and their final project will reflect their understanding of a variety of disciplines.Included:•Detailed teacher directions for use•Project directions for students•Grading Rubric•Pre-Travel student
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3rd - 12th
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RACER Constructed Response Paragraph Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer is the perfect way to teach students how to write a well constructed paragraph for a constructed response task. It breaks down each part of a well-organized paragraph response. It even includes what each letter in R.A.C.E.R. stands for, sentence starters to promote the use of transitional words/phrases, and even MLA in-text citation format for direct quotes used to support the response! This graphic organizer is a great tool to utilize if you are teaching students how to
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Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education
"Samurai and Bushido" - Article, Power Point, Activities, Assessments
The illustrated Article and Power Point define and detail the Samurai and the Code of Bushido by which they lived. Also, the legacy of both and the samurai's connection to Zen are clarified. Activities and Multiple Choice, as well as, Document-Based Question Assessments included.Lesson includes: - 3-Page Illustrated Article - 30-Slide Power Point Presentation- Multiple Choice / DBQ Assessment + Answer Key- Primary Source: "Hagakure" (The Book of the Samurai) - Common Core-Aligned DBQ Assessment
Grades:
5th - 9th
The Things They Carried - Characterization and Symbolism - Close Reading
Use this compelling excerpt from the novel by Tim O'Brien to complete a close reading of the characters and things they carry. In pre-reading activities, students begin by responding to a writing prompt that makes personal connections. They also learn about the author, review symbolism, and define vocabulary. Next, they think about model annotations and do their own annotating. Then, after reading the text, they analyze the symbols using a graphic organizer, and they respond to post-reading
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: American Literature Curriculum - Thematic Pacing Guide - Lesson Bundle
Crucible by Arthur Miller Act 4 - Close Reading Lesson
Use these compelling lines in Act 4 of The Crucible by Arthur Miller to teach close reading and to improve reading comprehension. In pre-reading activities, students respond to a journal prompt that makes personal connections, and then they define vocabulary. Next, they review the think-aloud with model annotations and reflect on reading strategies. Post-reading questions include interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating the reading. Furthermore, students complete narrative writing and a short res
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: American Literature Curriculum - Thematic Pacing Guide - Lesson Bundle
NEW Elon Musk Escape Room - Embark on a Mission to Mars
You and your team are time-traveling enthusiasts who have been granted the unique opportunity to explore the remarkable life of Elon Musk. Your mission is to journey through key moments in Musk's life and career, solving puzzles and challenges along the way. Your ultimate goal? To embark on a mission to Mars, just as Musk envisions for humanity's future.As a billionaire, entrepreneur, visionary, genius, and controversial figure, Elon Musk has greatly shaped our world and continues to steer our f
Grades:
7th - 12th
Also included in: Norse Mythology Escape Room & Elon Musk Escape Room BUNDLE
Analyzing a Photograph: Three Paragraph Essay
Analyzing a Photograph - Three Paragraph Essay: This worksheet is designed for Art History, English Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. Students have an opportunity to conduct research using words and images. Students are encouraged to use the classroom library, school library, and public library.Teachers have an opportunity to assign specific photographs that align with the course textbook and grade level.Thanks for visiting Creativity in Motion
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: BUNDLE: History of Photography
STAAR Supporting Standards Reading Comprehension Exit Ticket Multiple Choice
Are your English I & II students in need of repeat practice when it comes to STAAR supporting standards? Finding short, manageable practice that does not overwhelm students can be challenging.This Supporting Standards task card set has short, engaging texts with text-dependent STAAR 2.0 Questions. It's the perfect solution to give your students the practice they need.The use of a variety of text genres (Argumentative, Non-Fiction, Fiction, Fable, Poetry, Drama, and Cross-Curricular) and new
Grades:
9th - 10th
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Thomas Paine's Common Sense Primary Source Analysis
This two-page document uses large excerpts from Thomas Paine's Common Sense. The information is separated into easily-readable chunks that doesn't overwhelm students.Alongside each section of excerpt, is a spot for students to analyze and record the text in their own words.This would work great in an American Revolution unit or a stand-alone lesson on primary sources. If you love this resource, I encourage you to consider my other primary source analysis resources.Quartering Act of 1765 Primary
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Road to the American Revolution Primary Source Analysis Bundle
Rhetorical Analysis "On Women's Rights" by Elizabeth Cady Stanton Lesson
Make real-world connections with this argument analysis activity using the speech, "On Women's Rights," from Elizabeth Cady Stanton. The rhetorical analysis graphic organizer guides students through analysis of rhetorical features including diction (word choice), rhetorical appeals (ethos, logos, pathos), structure, author’s craft and purpose, tone, and central ideas (themes). This scaffolded approach to rhetorical analysis provides an alternative to the widely-used SOAPStone strategy. Timely fo
Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: American Literature Curriculum - Thematic Pacing Guide - Lesson Bundle
Crucible by Arthur Miller Act 3 - Close Reading Lesson
Improve reading comprhension in Act 3 of The Crucible by Arthur Miller and teach close reading with compelling lines from the play. In pre-reading activities, students respond to a journal prompt that makes personal connections, and then they define vocabulary. Next, they review the think-aloud with model annotations and reflect on reading strategies. Post-reading questions include interpreting, analyzing, and evaluating the reading. Furthermore, students complete narrative writing and a short
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: American Literature Curriculum - Thematic Pacing Guide - Lesson Bundle
Queen Elizabeth II - DIFFERENTIATED Reading Comprehension, Fluency and More
2 High Interest Informational Text: STUDENT-CENTERED UNITS that cover the life and reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Grades 5-12. There are two complete versions of the Unit - Please see reading levels below.Each reader has NINE reading passages AND pages 26 pages of activities that include informational text and writing CCSS-based activities. They are cross-curricular as well.This resource is standards-based, engaging and may be used for classroom, take-home packets, online, or a hybrid of any an
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Grades:
5th - 12th
Understanding Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" Speech
Use this worksheet while reading or listening to the "I have a Dream" speech. Students will demonstrate understanding of the speech and the rhetorical appeals used in the speech. Printable Activity / Worksheet. PDF - File FormatAnswer Key IncludedRelated Topics Include:Martin Luther King Jr. speech analysis"I Have a Dream" speech explanationHistorical significance of MLK speechRhetorical devices in MLK's speechKey themes in "I Have a Dream"Speech interpretation MLKImpact of MLK's dream speechML
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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