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11th grade writing-essays Common Core RL.8.10 resources
Literary Analysis Essay, Introduction to Lit. Analysis Essay Writing, CCSS
Help students dig into the elements of literary analysis essay writing with this MASSIVE collection of tools organized into an efficient and effective nine-day writing unit. Using an animated short film on YouTube and a classic short story as source material, students will see how introductory, body, and concluding paragraphs are built. They’ll learn step-by-step building block formulas and deconstruct sample essays. By the end of the unit, students will have the tools they’ll need to be able to
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8th - 11th
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Paired Texts - The Names and The Dead of September 11 - Essay Writing
This paired text lesson makes 9/11 relevant for English class. In this rigorous lesson, students complete close readings of Billy Collins's poem “The Names” and Toni Morrison’s poem “The Dead of September 11.” Then, they synthesize their understanding of the readings, consider and compare themes, and write a short literary analysis. This 25-page product file includes the following: explicit lesson plan with identified Common Core ELA Anchor Standardsanticipation guidejournal promptKWL chartconte
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9th - 12th
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Literary Analysis: Analyzing Fiction and Nonfiction Texts Reading & Writing Unit
Are your students confused about text analysis? You know how to do it yourself, but you're not sure how to make it accessible to students? I know the feeling. Analyzing texts is hard, and it rarely comes naturally. It's a difficult concept to break down into a methodical process. Still, it can be done. I created these analyzing texts materials to help my students practice analyzing a variety of texts, including nonfiction, fiction, paired texts, short films, movies, commercials/advertisements, a
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8th - 11th
Short Story Unit: 3+ Weeks of Literary Devices & Classic Stories (with Google)
Need an engaging, student-driven way to teach short stories and/or literary terms? Use this unit as a high-accountability way to scaffold students into tougher literature!In this unit, small groups of students are assigned to one short story (so you can differentiate to students by difficulty level); then, each small group takes a turn PRESENTING the short story to the rest of the class before everyone takes a reading comprehension quiz on that short story. (The process is repeated for all 8 sto
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8th - 11th
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To Kill a Mockingbird Teaching Unit: Activities, Writing, Quizzes, Bundle
Immerse your students in this engaging To Kill a Mockingbird novel study unit that contains everything you will need for a class study of Harper Lee’s classic, To Kill a Mockingbird.These To Kill a Mockingbird lessons and activities will help you introduce your students to the novel with a collaborative group research project. Then, begin reading To Kill a Mockingbird with the interactive vocabulary and comprehensive bookmarks that follow along with the book. As you read, engage your students in
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8th - 11th
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Test Prep Paired Texts - Paired Passages - Close Reading & Essay Writing Bundle
In these three lessons, students compare paired texts that have similar universal themes. These detailed lesson plans will provide you with everything you need to help your students meet Common Core English Language Arts Standards as they make connections between the texts and construct effective comparison essays. This 60-page bundle includes the following:-explicit lesson plans with identified Common Core ELA Anchor Standards-anticipation guides-contextual reading guides with sample annotation
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7th - 11th
Paired Texts with Close Reading and Essay Writing - Middle School & High School
These 19 paired passages (using 39 texts) require students to use close reading, critical thinking, and analytical writing to help them prepare for standardized assessments. In each lesson, students synthesize their reading, identifying central ideas and themes across texts. With texts that vary by genre, time period, and author, this bundle meets the needs of diverse learners and provides scaffolding with before-, during-, and post-reading strategies.The following texts, which are available in
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6th - 11th
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Ender's Game Unit Plan Novel Study - Chapter Questions & Unit Test
This is a Unit Plan Novel Study for the novel Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card.Included in this product:1. Chapter Questions and Answer Keys(You can assign students all the questions at once in packet form or you can print them as you go. Chapter questions can be completed digitally or in person.)2. Characterization Group Project with Example project (similar to a one pager)3. Military Synopsis Worksheet4. Argumentative Essay Prompt and Rubric5. Fishbowl Discussion: Guidelines, Questions, Reflec
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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Ethos, Logos, Pathos Auto-Graded Quiz /10 | Persuasive Appeals (Rhetoric) Test
Purpose: This quiz assesses understanding of the rhetorical devices, Ethos, Logos, and Pathos (the "persuasive appeals").Instructions:Read each question carefully, and answer all questionsThere are a total of 10 questions for 10 pointsReview your score and feedback (Note: incorrect responses are explained)Timeline: varies according to learner; approximately 15 minutesWhy purchase this resource?rich variety in questions, including direct (matching, m/c, t/f), inference, evidence-based, and applic
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson: Quizzes & Assessments
This comprehensive assessment pack includes a variety of resources that will help you measure how well students are understanding Speak (by Laurie Halse Anderson) and how well they can apply literary skills taught throughout a unit. Digital Compatibility: This resource is also technology friendly! It can be utilized in classrooms where computers or tablets are central to instruction because the resource has been adapted for digital completion. The resource includes links for students to complete
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8th - 12th
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Poem Analysis and TDA Essay, Text Dependent Analysis — "Out Out" by Robert Frost
In this Poem Analysis and TDA Essay (Text Dependent Analysis), students will first read and answer questions for the poem "Out Out—" by Robert Frost. Students will then write a TDA based on themes and figurative language in the poem. In this lesson plan:Full Poem "Out Out—" by Robert Frost (1916)Poem Analysis Questions that concentrate on poetic devices (alliteration, allusion, theme, mood, tone, dialogue, connotation, rhyme scheme, juxtaposition) with ANSWER KEYTDA Text Dependent Analysis Promp
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Animal Farm Unit - lessons, activities, assessments, review game
An entire unit on Animal Farm with powerpoint lessons providing historical context, explanations of allegory, and monuments as meaning. Also includes videos providing further context and scaffolding, lesson outlines, handouts and assessments (inclulding tests and essay prompts), Socratic Seminar, and a review game. Also includes the full "Connotation vs Denotation" lesson.* What makes a good leader?* Animal Farm as Allegory: Fiction vs History* Quizzes* How do monuments and memorials communicate
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8th - 11th
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Reading Paired Texts Bundle — The Black Cat, The Tell-Tale Heart with TDA
In this Reading Paired Texts Bundle — You will receive a literary analysis for each individual story by Edgar Allan Poe: The Black Cat and The Tell-Tale Heart. In addition, you will receive an essay prompt and rubric for a TDA text-dependent analysis essay and graphic organizer to compare and contrast both pieces of literature.The paired texts analysis focuses on many literary elements (similarities and differences) including: point of view, text structure, theme, characters, conflict, and symbo
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7th - 11th
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Paired Texts - Kate Chopin and William Faulkner - Essay Writing
Use this paired texts lesson to guide students through close readings of two classic short stories: Kate Chopin’s “The Story of an Hour” and William Faulkner’s “A Rose for Emily.” Then, students practice writing a literary analysis constructed response. The prompt requires students to interpret universal themes and explore ideas of tradition and change.The 31-page product file includes the following: explicit lesson plan with Common Core ELA Anchor Standardsanticipation guidecontextual readin
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Paired Passages and Common Core Writing Tasks 16 texts (8 lessons)
Lord of the Flies Unit PowerPoint
Teaching Lord of the Flies? Kick off this riveting classic about good versus evil with a comprehensive, student-friendly 50-slide PowerPoint that is guaranteed to pique students' interest. Slides include informative facts on William Golding, themes, symbols, character descriptions, and captivating scenes from film adaptations. Presentation will last for the entire unit as it includes engaging Common Core essays and writing activities that are sure to foster rich discussion and debate.Need more
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Lord of the Flies Unit Bundle
Crane ~ Red Badge of Courage MASTER PACKET (70 pages) Common Core
Study Guides, Study Question Bank, Worksheets, Tests, Quizzes, Essay Rubric, and KEYS aligned to the common core for Stephen Crane's "The Red Badge of Courage."
Copy, delete, add, reword to fit the needs of your students and classroom.
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8th - 11th
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Assessing Valid Sources 3-Quiz BUNDLE | CRAAP Test, MLA Format, & Bias Types
I enjoy teaching students how to locate (and create) VALID SOURCES in print or online (as well as how to spot explicit and implicit bias in those sources) before responsibly creating content with source citations (MLA). But I need a way to check and track (quickly) that ALL my learners, indeed, are on the right track with related concepts and terms!This comprehensive Read & Write Valid Sources 3-Quiz bundle is designed to quickly and effectively review and assess students' familiarity with i
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7th - 12th
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Literary Analysis Essay Interactive Slideshow | Digital
This interactive digital slideshow helps you teach the literary analysis essay via distance or hybrid learning. Students will learn all the basics of strong thesis statements, clear topic sentences, specific evidence, and thorough elaboration. You can present and discuss the slideshow in class or assign it to your students via your private class LMS. The right-hand margin is editable so you can customize the slides to fit your needs. Use this space to ask questions or emphasize content.Graphic o
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8th - 12th
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Holes | Advanced Novel Study
This is an in-depth novel study of Louis Sachar’s Holes in which students will delve into literary elements of the book, analyze various topics and themes, write arguments and opinions, conduct research and more! Sections of this 112 page study include:– Summary– Metaphors and Similes– Irony– Imagery– Fairy Tale Elements– Literary ElementsLesson Plans– About the Author– Key Aspects– Part 1 (Chapters 1-9)– Part 2 (Chapters 10-20)– Part 3 (Chapters 21-30)– Part 4 (Chapters 31-40)– Part 5 (Chapter
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6th - 12th
Romeo & Juliet Act 2 Scenes 1-6, Annotated Text, Questions and PPT Slides
This is the complete annotated text from Romeo & Juliet Act 2 Scenes 1 - 6, containing detailed annotations, color-coded and covering themes, characters, linguistic features, context, setting, structure, and interpretation. Non-annotated versions of the scenes are also provided for students to then annotate themselves. A one-page guide to annotating is provided. The resource also includes:One or two pages of analysis per scene.40 comprehension questions.One or two extended-answer questions p
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7th - 11th
Paired Texts, Close Reading, Essay Writing - Digital Learning Bundle
These 10 reading comprehension lessons include all of my Google Drive paired passages. Each lesson culminates in a writing task that imitates the style of a standardized assessment. Google Slides guide students through close readings of texts that vary by genre, time period, and author; then the before-, during-, and post-reading strategies help them compare and contrast the texts.Paired Passage products include the following: lesson plans with identified Common Core Standards anticipation guide
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7th - 11th
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Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass Complete Quiz Set: I-XI, Appendix
This is a bundle of 3 quizzes covering the entire Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass. These are multiple choice quizzes (and keys), useful as reading checks and springboards for discussion.
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8th - 11th
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The Odyssey Unit PowerPoint
Teaching Homer's The Odyssey need not be an "epic" challenge with this comprehensive, student-friendly 72-slide PowerPoint. Presentation includes informative facts on Homer, epic conventions, themes, symbols, scenes from film adaptations, character descriptions, and rigorous Common Core aligned essay questions that will take you through the entire unit. You and your students will love this! Need more products for The Odyssey? Check out my bundle for task cards, assessments, and more! Odyssey
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: The Odyssey Bundle
Comparing and Contrasting Creation Myths
This product includes a link to a free and interactive website where students can watch creation myths from around the world. Students click on a region of the world and watch or read the creation myth from that region. There are 25 creation myths to choose from!
The materials include:
*A graphic organizer for students to compare two of these myths.
*Creation Myth Compare Contrast Essay guidelines and rubric
*PowerPoint with essay model/examples.
All materials are editable.
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7th - 12th
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