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Balanced literacy Common Core WHST.6-8.2d resources
P.E.E.L. paragraphs literacy writing mat scaffold in history (PEEL)
This powerpoint contains a writing scaffold to help students frame their paragraphs using PEEL. Most students are familiar with PEE in their paragraphs but the L is what makes students show their understanding to a higher level.The first slide is a writing mat with the sentence starters. This can been laminated and given to students to use with their written work, in particular for essays. It could also be photocopied and stuck into the students books for regular reference. My classes have bot
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5th - 11th
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USA Regions Activity FREEBIE | States and Capitals Project | Worksheets
This FREE resource is a stand-alone project that can be turned into a FULL WEEK worth of activities. You'll find 5 region activity pages and capitals/abbreviation resource sheets and note pages. Plus, I've included a thorough teacher's guide giving you plenty of suggestions on how to turn this into one awesome mini-unit!These maps are also located in my customized state history projects. You'll find 86 student activities organized in 8 modules for easy lesson planning. This complete notebook uni
Grades:
4th - 8th
911, Veteran's Day & Memorial Day Tribute for Grades 5-7
IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR for something to honor our fallen soldiers, then this 9/11, Veteran's Day & Memorial Day Tribute will get your 5-7th graders thinking about those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom.FIRST and FOREMOST, 9/11, Veteran's Day & Memorial Day Tribute includes a PBL 9/11 Web Quest, & Photo Journalism activity for collaborative groups that is challenging, exciting and fun. It should also be noted that the project will engage your class in a realistic activity
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4th - 7th
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Diagnostic Quiz for Grades 6-8 Writing Skills | Google Form Auto-Graded Test /30
Purpose:Â This quiz assesses learners' in Grades 6-8 on their general understanding and application of writing skills (usage, mechanics, punctuation),the writing process (e.g. brainstorming prior to drafting before revision, etc.) paragraph knowledge, the basics of MLA format, andhow to edit slideshows (for basics in look, amount/styles of fonts, etc.)Instructions:Read each question carefully, and answer all questionsThere are 30 questions for a total of 30 pointsReview your score and feedback (N
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6th - 10th
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Winston Churchill Biography Writing Unit 5th Grade & 6th Grade
A World War 2 biography writing unit about the life of British wartime Prime Minister, Winston Churchill. The NO PREP unit has been split into four separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade.Included in this PDF printable resource:Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphsWriting templates for four draft paragraphsTwo prompt sheets for students to write their introduction and conclusionA template for students to write up their neat bi
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5th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Winston Churchill Close Reading & Biography Bundle | 5th Grade & 6th Grade
Human Origins and Evolution Unit
Human Origins and Evolution Unit - Grade 6Written in accordance with MA History Frameworks (http://www.doe.mass.edu/frameworks/hss/2018-12.pdf)This highly engaging unit invites middle school students to imagine themselves as paleo-archaeologists as they discover human origins and the evolutionary adaptations led us to who we are today. Topic 1: Studying complex societies past and presentStudents briefly touch on the work on paleo-archaeologists, connecting to number 3 under Topic 1Topic 2: Human
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5th - 8th
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Article Analysis Templates
This product contains 20 no prep article analysis printable worksheets and graphic organisers which can be used in conjunction with news/current events articles. They can be used either as part of a class project, independent research projects, or to aid in reading comprehension. Having previously undertaken award-winning research around home education and digital technologies (UK/USA), I now draw both from my undergraduate and master’s degrees to author books on education (UK/USA), create prod
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Not Grade Specific
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Exercises in Comparison and Contrast, #1: The Two Different Types of Whales
Comparison and contrast is a common text structure used by many writers of non-fiction, so this exercise provides great practice and an engaging, informative topic. Professionally written, evidence-based questions and a writing prompt are included for assessment. Don't worry; it has been "kid-tested"!
Grades:
6th - 9th
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