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Informational text Common Core L.11-12.6 resources
Greek & Latin Roots ELA Worksheets Digital Resources - Prefixes, Roots, Suffixes
Expand students' vocabulary and improve their reading, writing, and spelling with worksheets for Greek and Latin roots, prefixes, and suffixes. Over 60 Worksheets and interactive Google Slides Presentations for Google Classroom are included. Vocabulary-enriching activities include word sorts, cloze sentences, forming inflections, and matching words to definitions, images, synonyms, and opposites. Over 700 words formed from more than 230 roots are covered.WHAT'S INCLUDEDRoots, Prefixes & Suff
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5th - 8th
Argument and Rhetorical Analysis Games for Secondary ELA
This bundle of argument and rhetoric games for secondary ELA contains SEVEN unique games that target the skills of argumentation in a fun and high-interest format.The games included in this bundle are:Rhetorical Devices BINGO GameIn this game, students fill out BINGO cards with rhetorical devices, and they have to identify devices used in quotations read by the teacher. Five in row WINS the round! This game tests students' ability to identify rhetorical devices in texts.Would You Rather? Card
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Lizzie Borden: Infamous Murder Case Nonfiction Unit, Tone, Bias, Persuasion
Lizzie Borden was tried and ultimately acquitted for the MURDER of her PARENTS in the 1890s. The trial was controversial. How could a WOMAN possibly hack her parents to death and why? How could this have happened while she was HOME if she didn't do it? In this nonfiction unit, students will read articles about the case and then decide for themselves if they think Lizzie Borden is INNOCENT or GUILTY. If your students like this nonfiction unit, be sure to check out the Bespoke ELA activity on
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Oprah Winfrey’s Golden Globes Speech Rhetorical Analysis PDF & Google Drive CCSS
Use Oprah Winfrey’s headline-grabbing speech from the 2018 Golden Globes to show your students the power of a well-constructed presentation. In this one class period activity, students will discuss the #metoo movement, view Oprah Winfrey’s 10-minute speech, and deconstruct/discuss her use of rhetorical devices. Questions focus on audience, metaphor, parallelism, pathos, and symbolism. These materials can serve as a stand-alone lesson or as a solid supplement to a study of Jim Crow laws or SAT-st
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Farewell to Manzanar, Japanese Internment, Chapter Questions, PDF & Google Drive
Use this package of chapter-by-chapter questions as you take your class through Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston’s compelling true story, Farewell to Manzanar. As we work to pull more non-fiction materials into our Common Core-aligned classrooms, this autobiographical account of life in a Japanese internment camp during WWII is an important title to include. The worksheet questions (both printable PDF & interactive Google Drive versions included) were designed to pull your students into the Wakatsuk
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8th - 11th
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News Writing - Studying the Newspaper & Writing a News Article: A Unit Plan
This complete, 3-week unit plan contains materials designed to teach students about journalism, newspapers, and news writing. This unit is a terrific way to connect to the Common Core Standards’ emphasis on informational and non-fiction reading and writing. The unit packet contains a daily breakdown of lessons, activities, worksheets, a quiz, as well as a project sheet and rubric to use for a final assessment in the unit.In this unit students read a variety of news articles to expose them to cur
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6th - 12th
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Thomas Paine Common Sense: Primary Source Activity | American History
Thomas Paine's Common Sense was a little pamphlet with big ideas! This primary source activity gives students a chance to read through and analyze the major paragraphs, or arguments, within his pamphlet while answering various questions. I created this mini-unit for my own classroom to help students understand this important document that shaped the course of Independence. You will find that this resource is challenging yet capable for all. Students are analyzing text from the 1700's which ca
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
ELA Common Core Task Cards - MEGA Bundle - CCSS Reading and Writing
Elevate Your ELA Classroom with the Ultimate Task Card Mega Bundle!Unlock the power of interactive learning in your middle and high school classes with our ELA Common Core Task Card Mega Bundle! This all-encompassing set of 326 task cards is not just a teaching tool—it's a gateway to a world of creative, engaging, and effective learning strategies tailored for grades 7-12.Why Choose My Mega Bundle?Diverse Topics: Covering a wide array of ELA Common Core standards, these cards delve into everythi
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7th - 12th
The Devil in the White City Lesson Plans and Teaching Guide
A twenty-day unit designed by The Pedantic Project with a nod to the 11-12 ELA Common Core Standards. The unit begins with a gallery walk that requires students to make predictions and form opinions. After that, the students will divide into groups and use technology to research six components of the late 1800s, including the Gilded Age. Each topic has a graphic organizer (with a teacher key). Students will complete the research and prepare presentations for the class. Rubrics are provided.
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9th - 12th
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United States Founding Fathers Webquest: Biography Summarizing Activity
Studying the lives of the United States founding fathers is extremely valuable in understanding early American history. With these Historical Biography Summaries, students will enjoy learning about the past through researching and documenting some of history’s greats. In a user-friendly template, students will summarize the life and biography of an individual. It’s no-prep for you, but quality content for your students. Enjoy learning history through these historical biography summaries. It'
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The Origin of Halloween Informational Text and Reading Check Questions
This is an informational text intended for secondary students about the origin of Halloween. It details the original Celtic celebration of Samhain, identifies the traditions that have been adopted by certain cultures and borrowed by different religions. This article discusses the interesting dynamic between pagan, religious, and secular beliefs that have all helped shape this yearly American experience.
This is only the Quick Read and the reading check questions. It does not include vocabulary
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8th - 12th
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High School Common Core English Language Arts IEP Goal Bank
This IEP goal bank was created to assist special education teachers with the task of writing standards-based IEP goals in English Language Arts. Speech-Language Pathologists should also find this resource to be useful when creating IEP goals and collaborating with teachers.After spending countless hours developing IEP goals myself and really having to think through how to best individualize goals and objectives for my own students, I wanted to share this resource to help other special education
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9th - 12th, Staff
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Guided Reading Unit for Older Students - Comprehension Passages by Lexile Level
These guided reading passages are available in both American English and Canadian English versions! Explore sports, geography, and science and technology using these engaging Lexile leveled articles. Evaluate students’ comprehension using the multiple choice questions provided! Suitable for online learning with digital resources for Google Classroom®.⚡️⚡️⚡️ Save 35% with the bundled discount! ⚡️⚡️⚡️Looking to implement a guided reading program with older students? This unit is designed for matur
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6th - 12th
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Nonfiction Writing Bundle - Information Text Lessons and Writing Activities OLC
Break nonfiction writing down into engaging and approachable steps with this unit! This nonfiction writing bundle includes slideshow lessons, graphic organizers, writing activities, and scaffolding materials to help students master information writing. Includes digital resources for Google Classroom®!⚡️⚡️⚡️ Save 20% with the bundled discount! ⚡️⚡️⚡️Included with this Nonfiction Writing Bundle:✏️ Summarizing Nonfiction Texts Slideshow Lesson - Microsoft PowerPoint®, Google Slides® & PDF✏️ S
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6th - 12th
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Guided Reading - Science & Technology - 6 Comprehension Passages by Lexile Level
Includes American English and Canadian English versions. Explore a collection of guided reading passages by Lexile level for middle and high school students. These comprehension articles explore fascinating innovations in science and technology and assess students’ comprehension with multiple-choice questions. Suitable for online learning with digital worksheets for Google Classroom®!Included with this Guided and Leveled Reading Activity Bundle:✏️ 6 Guided and Leveled Reading Passages - Lexile R
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6th - 12th
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Guided Reading - Geography - 6 Comprehension Passages by Lexile Level - Digital
Includes American English and Canadian English versions. Explore a collection of guided reading passages by Lexile level for middle and high school students. These comprehension articles focus on fascinating geography from around the world and assess students’ comprehension with multiple-choice questions. Suitable for online learning with digital worksheets for Google Classroom®!Included with these Guided and Leveled Reading Comprehension Activities:✏️ 6 Guided and Leveled Reading Passages - Lex
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6th - 12th
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Guided Reading - Sports and Games - Six Comprehension Passages by Lexile Level
Includes American English and Canadian English versions. Explore a collection of guided reading passages by Lexile level for middle and high school students. These comprehension articles explore a variety of international sports and assess students’ comprehension with multiple-choice questions. Suitable for online learning with digital worksheets for Google Classroom®!⚡︎⚡︎⚡︎ Save over 15% with the bundled discount! ⚡︎⚡︎⚡︎Included with these Guided and Leveled Reading Comprehension Activities:✏️
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6th - 12th
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"The First Basketball Game" Close Reading Questions (Historical Nonfiction)
Incorporate historical nonfiction into the English Language Arts classroom and support the development of high school close reading skills with this set of questions covering "The First Basketball Game." The essay addresses the origins of basketball, as well as the sport's gradual evolution. An answer key is provided. Materials are delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a Google Drive option is available.)By completing this close reading activity, students will
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8th - 12th
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Literary Devices #1-8 ELA Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles Sub Plan CCSS
Make Your Classroom Stress-Free With These Print and Go Crossword Puzzles! Teach ELA vocabulary through games. Dive deep into teaching 80 literary devices terms in 8 fun and engaging crossword puzzles. Perfect for homework, substitute teachers, early finishers, review, test prep, and more! This resource will make your life easier.These puzzles will change the way your students think about studying through fun, INDEPENDENT activities that can be implemented by you or a sub. No knowledge is requir
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5th - 12th
Informational Text #1-12 ELA Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle Sub Plan CCSS
Make Your Classroom Stress-Free With This Print and Go Crossword Puzzle! Teach ELA vocabulary through games. Dive deep into teaching 180 informational text terms in a fun and engaging crossword puzzle. Perfect for homework, substitute teachers, early finishers, review, test prep, and more! This resource will make your life easier.This puzzle will change the way your students think about studying through fun, INDEPENDENT activities that can be implemented by you or a sub. No knowledge is required
Grades:
5th - 12th
Informational Text ELA Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles Sub Plan High School CCSS
Make Your Classroom Stress-Free With These Print and Go Crossword Puzzles! Teach ELA vocabulary through games. Dive deep into teaching 182 informational text terms in 12 fun and engaging crossword puzzles. Perfect for homework, substitute teachers, early finishers, review, test prep, and more! This resource will make your life easier. These puzzles will change the way your students think about studying through fun, INDEPENDENT activities that can be implemented by you or a sub. No knowledge is r
Grades:
9th - 12th
Civil War: North v. South Informational Text Article + Activities
The purpose of this mini-unit is to introduce the set-up between the North and South at the beginning of the Civil War. The article goes into the advantages and disadvantages that both sides faced and how that influenced the war as it progressed. Students will read and analyze these advantages and disadvantages and compare/contrast them on an accompanying worksheet.
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Informational Article
Vocabulary Activity
Reading Check/Comprehension Questions
Compare/Contrast Workshee
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9th - 12th
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Rhetorical Devices Quiz
This 25 question objective quiz reviews key rhetorical terms using famous lines as well as original so students can demonstrate mastery. This is a solid review for AP Language students. Answer key is included.
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: AP Language and Composition Rhetoric Bundle
Informational Text #1-11 ELA Vocabulary Crossword Puzzle Sub Plan CCSS
Make Your Classroom Stress-Free With This Print and Go Crossword Puzzle! Teach ELA vocabulary through games. Dive deep into teaching 165 informational text terms in a fun and engaging crossword puzzle. Perfect for homework, substitute teachers, early finishers, review, test prep, and more! This resource will make your life easier.This puzzle will change the way your students think about studying through fun, INDEPENDENT activities that can be implemented by you or a sub. No knowledge is required
Grades:
5th - 12th
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