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Balanced literacy Common Core W.7.9 resources
March Paired Passages & Video | Compare & Contrast Texts with Writing Prompts
Exciting Update: Now includes an educational video on Leap Year!Ready to make state test review a breeze and captivate your students' imaginations? My "March Paired Passages | Compare and Contrast Texts with Writing Prompts" packet is your all-in-one solution! With 13 carefully selected paired passages and 10 engaging writing prompts, this resource is designed to ease the pressure of test prep, ensuring your students are ready to excel in writing on demand.What's Inside:Topics that Spark Curiosi
Grades:
4th - 7th
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The Fourteenth Goldfish, A PDF and Digital Novel Study
OVERVIEW: This is a custom-made, no-prep, independent work packet for use with grades 4-7 reading The Fourteenth Goldfish, by Jennifer L. Holm. The buyer can use it as a printable and create a student workbook, use as separate printable worksheets, or export it as an Easel digital product and assign it digitally for distance learning. It includes a 25-page student workbook, an answer key, a list of research topics for further reading and deeper understanding, and a listing of common core sta
Grades:
4th - 7th
El Deafo by Cece Bell: A Google Slides/PDF/Easel Novel Study
Overview: This versatile product is a custom made, ready-to-use novel study that offers the buyer three different formats! It is a google slides product complete with text boxes for use digitally in distance learning. It is also a completed "Easel by TpT" activity that makes it possible for students with any device to use the editable text boxes that have already been installed to complete the entire workbook digitally. Being a PDF, this can also be printed and used with pencil and paper. Desi
Grades:
4th - 6th
January Themed ELA Paired Passages with Writing Prompts | 4th, 5th, 6th Grade
Are you looking for a simple way to review for your state test? This packet includes 11 paired passages, and 11 writing prompts with a January theme to properly prepare your students for the rigor of writing on demand! This test prep packet can be used for homework, small group work, or classwork. All you have to do is print it and pass it out. All the hard work is done for you!Passages Included:The history of New Year's ResolutionsThe purpose of goal settingThe Northern and Southern Hemisphere
Grades:
4th - 7th
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Middle School Literacy Stations
An entire year's worth of middle school literacy stations. There are eight stations total. I do two full rotations per grading period so there are a total of 64 different activities in this package. We meet once a week in stations and students complete two stations on that day. They spend about twenty minutes in each station before rotating to the next station. Station rotation orders are also included. Stations included are: word work, read aloud, read independently, learn independently, techn
Grades:
5th - 8th
Fiction & Nonfiction Reading Response (6-8)
What is the purpose of this resource?Thinking critically about reading and articulating thoughts through writing is something students should be doing frequently. Reading response for English Language Arts teachers is like double dipping because students are sharing their thinking about reading through written words. It is an authentic snapshot of where students are at in their comprehension of a fiction or nonfiction text. It also gives students a chance to write without the pressure of writing
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Flora and Ulysses The Illuminated Adventures Novel Study (Common Core Aligned)
Flora and Ulysses The Illuminated Adventures by Kate DiCamillo won the 2014 Newberry Award. After reading this delightful story, I am confident I know why. It is funny, endearing, and fanciful while tackling the tough issues of divorce and the age-old worry of being "normal". The vocabulary is rich and challenging. The characters are unforgettable. I primarily teach seventh and eighth graders, and I am SURE they will love this book. Even though Flora is ten years old, she grapples with man
Grades:
4th - 8th
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One Came Home Novel Study by Dianne Watson
No Prep! Common Core Aligned!One Came Home by Amy Timberlake is a Newberry Honor Book for 2014. This historical mystery follows the main character's search for the truth about her dead sister. Georgie Burkhardt is a thirteen year old girl in Placid, Wisconsin in the year 1871. Georgie is stubborn, smart, and fiercely loyal. The story is set during the greatest wild pigeon migration on record. A dead body, criminals, and danger make this appealing to boys and girls alike. It is a must-rea
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Grades:
6th - 8th
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Echo Novel Study Analyzing Text
Echo, the 2016 Newberry honor book by Pam Munoz Ryan, is a magical work of historical fiction masterfully woven with fantasy.
The story follows the lives of characters from prior to World War II to post World War II. Students will love the story of characters who overcome adversity and achieve greatly. I love this book!
I have included:
1. Guided comprehension questions.
2. Analyzing specific text.
3. A list of vocabulary from the text along with definitions for easy access.
4. Writing
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Grades:
4th - 8th
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The Giver Novel Guide
This versatile unit can be used in the middle school language arts classroom for guided reading, literature circles, or whole-class type of setting. The Giver is broken down into seven sections. Each section includes:-Text Introduction: A teacher guide for what to say when introducing the next section of the text, including challenging vocabulary, text connections, preloading difficult concepts, previews for what is to come in story, etc. -Comprehension Questions: The comprehension questions
Grades:
5th - 8th
Interactive Bookmarks to Support Reading Comprehension {CCSS Aligned}
***20 different interactive bookmarks to fit all of your needs for Reading Workshop.How to Use: The bookmarks included in this product are intended to be used in a variety of instructional contexts. Simply print out enough so that each student has one and cut them apart. Read below to find out how to use them during different parts of Reading Workshop.Reading Minilessons: After a reading minilesson when students have independent reading time, have students fill out an interactive bookmark wh
Grades:
5th - 8th
Finding Your Peaceful Spot!: An Unwrapping Potentials Social Skill Series
Anxiety can come from feelings of worry, fear, or anxiousness. Although these feelings are quite common and can sometimes help protect us; they can also grow BIGGER and become too overwhelming for us to handle. When these feelings turn into anxiety; it can prevent us from reaching our full potential. Based upon Diane Alber’s book, “A Little Spot of Anxiety”, the "Finding Your Peaceful Spot!" resource further addresses various anxiety provoking situations and the effects upon the body and mind.
Grades:
1st - 8th
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A Wrinkle in Time: Worksheets, Quizzes, Activities
24 pages of resources for the novel, A Wrinkle in Time.
This download includes:
1. The Case of Mr. Murry worksheet, which encourages students to make inferences and use text evidence
2. Several comprehension worksheets
3. A choice board
4. Stop and jot worksheets
5. R.A.C.E. responses that ask students to think deeper about quotes in the book.
6. Quizzes
7. Vocabulary (ch.4 - 12 only)
8. A skit for students to perform
9. Final test
Please note: This used to be in a single PDF form, but I los
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Grades:
6th - 7th
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Scaffolded Writing for Struggling and Non- Writers Volume 1
THIS IS A GROWING PRODUCT... BUY NOW AND SAVE!!! AS I ADD TO THIS PRODUCT, THE PRICE WILL INCREASE. IT'S AT A BASE STARTING PRICE RIGHT NOW.In education, scaffolding refers to a variety of instructional techniques used to move students progressively toward stronger understanding and, ultimately, greater independence in the learning process.Instructional scaffolding is a process through which a teacher adds supports for students in order to enhance learning and aid in the mastery of tasks. The te
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
The Girl who was Supposed to Die novel unit
This complete novel unit includes 37 files.
The unit covers 28 day with each day connecting to the ELA Common Core standards.
This unit has:
4 Power Point Lessons
2 comprehension quizzes (answer key included)
1 final exam (answer key included)
2 vocabulary sections
Literary Analysis prompts
Skills covered are:
Tone and Mood
Objective Summary
Irony
Figurative Language
Foreshadowing
Elements of Mystery
Literary Allusions
Point of View
Worksheets included relate to these skills:
Character Deve
Grades:
6th - 8th
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"Among the Barons" by Margaret Peterson Haddix Unit
This is the fourth book in the Shadow Children series. In this book, Luke - using Lee Grant's identity - becomes even more entangled in the intrigue involved in trying to free third children and overthrowing the current government. Lee's little brother - Smits - arrives at Hendricks School for Boys, and Luke is unsure of who to trust and who is telling the truth.This unit includes the following: vocabulary/spelling words, discussion questions, vocabulary tests, modified vocabulary/spelling te
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in: "Among the Hidden" Series by Margaret Peterson Haddix Units
The Port Chicago 50 complete Book Study
The unit covers 33 days with each day connecting to the ELA Common Core standards.
This is a PDF.
This unit has:
5 Power Point Lessons (website is included in teacher notes were you can download the Power Points that were created for free)
3 comprehension quizzes (answer key included)
1 final exam (answer key included)
3 vocabulary sections
Literary Analysis prompts
Research Project (optional)
Discussion Questions for Tabletop Tweets or other class discussions
Skills covered are:
Juxtaposit
Grades:
6th - 8th
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"Among the Hidden" Series by Margaret Peterson Haddix Units
This dystopian series tell of a place where third children are illegal. Luke, a third child, fights throughout the series to change the laws and have the chance to live a normal life.Each unit includes: vocabulary/spelling words and activities, discussion questions, vocabulary tests, modified vocabulary/spelling tests, writing prompts, activities/worksheets, reading comprehension test, and answer keys.These units would also be ideal for homeschool instruction, independent study, and/or differ
Grades:
4th - 7th
Scaffolded Writing for Performance Tasks for Struggling Writers & Readers Vol. 2
This was $5.00 for the first nine hours!!! Coming next is Volume 1--I know that's backwards!In education, scaffolding refers to a variety of instructional techniques used to move students progressively toward stronger understanding and, ultimately, greater independence in the learning process.Instructional scaffolding is a process through which a teacher adds supports for students in order to enhance learning and aid in the mastery of tasks. The teacher does this by systematically building on st
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
"Son" by Lois Lowry Unit
This is the fourth, and final, book of "The Giver" series. It tells the story of Claire - a young girl who was chosen as a Birthmother, gave birth to a son, and had him taken from her immediately. She's determined to find her son, but Jonas had left the community with him in order to save his life. The book tells the dangers and sacrifices Claire makes in order to eventually reunite with her son.This unit includes the following: vocabulary/spelling words and activities, discussion questions,
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in: "The Giver" Series by Lois Lowry Units
Bundle of Five: Benjamin Pratt and the Keepers of the School by Andrew Clements
BUY FIVE NOVEL STUDIES at 30%off!In this bundle the teacher is provided with five ready-to-use novel studies created by Jean Martin and designed for 5th-7th grade students who are reading any or all of the books in the Benjamin Pratt & the Keepers of the School series written by Andrew Clements. The titles in that series are We the Children, Fear Itself, The Whites of Their Eyes, In Harm's Way, and We Hold These Truths. (Note: the actual texts written by Andrew Clements are not included in t
Grades:
5th - 7th
"Among the Enemy" by Margaret Peterson Handdix Unit
In the sixth book in the "Shadow Children" series, it's Matthias turn to help fight against the Population Police. Matthias saves the life of a Population Police officer, and becomes an officer himself. There, he is able to eavesdrop and finds information to help the rebels fight the Population Police.This unit includes the following: vocabulary/spelling words and activities, discussion questions, vocabulary tests, modified vocabulary/spelling tests, writing assignments, activities/worksheets
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in: "Among the Hidden" Series by Margaret Peterson Haddix Units
"Gathering Blue" by Lois Lowry Unit
The second book in the "Giver Quartet" tells about Kira and the village she lives in. Kira, born with a twisted leg, is uncertain of her fate after her mother dies. But those in charge have plans for her. She is eventually able to learn what is really going on behind the scenes in her village and is forced to make a difficult choice to make by the end of the story.This unit includes the following: vocabulary/spelling words and activities, discussion questions, vocabulary tests, modified voca
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in: "The Giver" Series by Lois Lowry Units
"Messenger" by Lois Lowry Unit
Matty, from "Gathering Blue," is living in Village now with Seer. He's growing up and spends a lot of his time carrying messages to other villages as he is able to travel through Forest without problems. But as the citizens of Village decide to close their border and they become more selfish, the Forest starts to turn against Matty. And he has one final trip he has to make - he needs to bring Kira back to live with her father.This unit includes the following: vocabulary/spelling words and ac
Grades:
5th - 7th
Also included in: "The Giver" Series by Lois Lowry Units
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