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Free higher education creative writing resources
A List of Character Traits
This is a list of 174 different Character Traits. So often when I was teaching I wanted a list of traits so that my students could look at the list while describing characters. This also helps students get to know and understand different character traits.
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Grades:
2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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25 Positive Affirmations for the Classroom / Mirror
25 positive affirmation cards / posters for your classroom (mirror). Social emotional learning and classroom atmosphere.Material in use / Instagram - My Classroom Wall / Instagram
Grades:
1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in:Â ESL BUNDLE - English as a Second Language - Conversations
Brainstorming Web
This brainstorming web can be used for any grade! It allows for students to collect their thoughts and organize it for creative and opinion writing, research-based essays, and even book study's!
This is a PDF that includes:
✔ A blank brainstorming web template
✔ An explanation on how to fill out the brainstorming web and multiple ways of using it.
✔ 3 examples of using a brainstorming web (informational text, key point with examples, and organizing a story).
This PDF can be projected on a SMA
Grades:
1st - 12th, Higher Education
FREE Story Path, step-by-step storytelling, creative writing, narrative writing
Use this Story Path worksheet as a tool to help students understand the steps of a successful narrative structure. You can use this worksheet as a standalone lesson in between units or expand the lesson by asking students to use this assignment as the starting spot to create their own original work of fiction. Lots of options for both creative writing and regular English classes. Looking for more storytelling tools?Click here for a free storytelling arc worksheet:https://www.teacherspayteachers.
Grades:
7th - 10th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Bio Poem Template (Use for Students or Characters!)
To be used at a "first day of school" activity or in Reading as a Character Analysis, this bio poem template breaks down the poem step by step and directs the students what to include. This is meant to be a brainstorming paper and not a "final work" document.
Grades:
K - 12th, Higher Education
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Simple Sentences and Sentence Fluency
The is the first in a series of explanation worksheets on sentence fluency and sentence construction. It introduces six techniques showing students how to write more advanced simple sentence openings. It begins by stating which words should be avoided when opening simple sentences; then, it models six techniques for creating more engaging and advancved simple sentence openings (e.g. use of adverbs, participle phrases and infinitives). The recommended use is as a drafting sheet after students ha
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Thanksgiving Letter Writing Assignment- Grateful For You!
Each year before Thanksgiving, I have my students write a letter to someone they are thankful for. We don't tell the recipients. The letters are mailed to them, and it's a nice surprise. I've always gotten good feedback from the people who received the letters. It's a nice way for the students to show their gratitude. It's also a good mini-lesson in writing friendly letters. With technology today, the art of writing letters is almost gone! I am always shocked with the number of students w
Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education
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Student Handouts for Writing Music or Movie Reviews
Student handouts that guide students through the steps to write a review of a CD (album) or DVD (film). Can be used as an independent enrichment activity or as a whole-class activity.
A really simple, great way to tap into students' interests in the language arts classroom!
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Free Download Poetry Activity Twitter-Style: Writing a Poetweet or Twaiku
Free Poetry Activity Twitter-Style: Writing a Poetweet or Twaiku (Haiku using Twitter 140 Character Restrictions)
Harness the social-marketing site Twitter to engage students in this fun activity. It makes poetry more meaningful to them when it is a part of their world. If they see their celebrity crush poetweeting, they'll want to, as well. Use the hashtags #poetweet and #twaiku when posted online (or create your own variation for your students).
Using the limitation of 140 (or 280) character
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Black And White Reward Certificate Freebie - Great Writing!
Super Cute Reward Certificate - great for printing onto colored paper or card. Just print and go! You can export as a png. in order to send digitally to students if distance learning as well. If you like this product you may like the full pack here BW Reward CertifcatesOr a full color bundle Color CertificatesEnjoy!Al original artwork. Keywords: great writing, freebie, certificate, digital certificate, print and go, printable.
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Grades:
PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Blank Group Seating Chart
Free!! Blank seating chart template for small groups in your classroom. Created to chart up to 32 students in the classroom.
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Grades:
PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Imagery: No-Prep Lesson w/Creative Writing Prompt
This lesson uses William Carlos Williams' poem "Approaching Winter" to teach the concept of imagery. The lesson contains definitions, the poem itself, questions to consider while reading, a creative writing exercise with pre-writing, and questions for wrap-up.In addition to the lesson, the download includes teacher instructions, a list of further resources, and a breakdown of the Common Core alignment.If you need help grading student poetry, check out my poetry rubric!Download this and 8 other l
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in:Â Poetry Lesson Bundle Plus Games High School
Synonyms and Antonyms Game
A game to get students to think of synonyms and antonyms for commonly used words. Students can quiz each other as some choices for answers are on the back.
I designed the pages to be printed on both sides of cardstock. You can also print them out on regular paper and glue them to construction paper. Laminate for durability.
I'd love to get feedback on this so I'm offering it for free. I hope to add to my list, so please let me know what you think. What words should be included? What words are
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Pi Day Activities for Middle School | Pi Day Poetry Pi Day Worksheet Pi Day ELA
✨ Free ELA Pi Day Activity: I LOVE this ELA Pi Day writing challenge. Challenge your students to some Pi Day creative writing with this Pi Day Challenge. Includes link to Digital Version in Google Sheets. These Pi Day Activities are perfect for 4th Grade, 5th Grade, 6th Grade, Middle School, and even makes a fun Pi Day Activity for High School Students! I use this Free ELA Pi Day activity as an extension to my Easy as Pie Pi day PBL Project. Teach English Language Arts and want to join in on the
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Grades:
3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
CHRISTMAS INSTAGRAM. INSTAGRAM NAVIDEÑO. Back winter break. Instagram templates.
Este recurso incluye varias plantillas de Instagram. Cada plantilla incluye tres opciones: Instagram de Papa Noel, Instagram de un elfo y plantilla en blanco.Este recurso lo puedes usar durante la Navidad o a la vuelta de las vacaciones para incluir los mejores momentos de las vacacionesEste recurso forma parte de un PACK CHRISTMAS/ NAVIDADSi te ha gustado el recurso, no olvides dejar una valoración. Gracias. This resource includes 2 different Instagram templates. Each template includes three op
Grades:
1st - 6th, Higher Education
Also included in:Â CHRISTMAS BUNDLE- 17 Resources- Activities and decorations- bilingual
Essay/Narrative/Story Mind Map and Outline Prewriting Activity
A graphic organizer to help students brainstorm, pre-write, outline, organize, and create their ideas prior to writing. Suitable for any grade, ideal for 4-12 grade. Editable MS Word document. This lesson is student-centered, meaning:--it allows you to become a facilitator!--happier teachers!--happier students!--happier administrators!Connect with us:Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/shiningscholareducationTwitter:https://twitter.com/ShiningScholarInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/shining_schol
Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Storytelling and Story-building Activity Game Cards for Conversation or Writing
Try these FREE storytelling game cards for any age group elementary through university, any English class including ESL, any size class even individual tutoring. These cards are versatile and can be used again and again. For creative thinking, speaking, writing, or just a fun activity. Even use them for your own Game Night!Using this over Zoom: In Breakout groups, I've been giving students a prompt to start the story, then every minute I "push" (Broadcast Message to All) one of the cards ran
Grades:
PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in:Â First Week Bundle of Activities and Introductions
Gold Glitter Alphabet + symbols
This elegant gold glitter alphabet letter set will liven up your graphics project, giving it that extra blingy touch.
Format:
Clipart 300 dpi PNG files
This set includes 72 digital png files: A-Z capital letters, lower case, numbers 0-9 and punctuation. Size is approximately 1400px in height. There are no drop shadows on the files, those shown are for display purposes only.
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Rubric for Marking Procedural Writing FREE / L'ecriture procedurale
This rubric is ideal for teachers when marking procedural writing pieces, and it is ideal for students to follow when creating their procedural writing pieces. The language used is accessible for learners in Grades 4-6. This rubric is a good guideline for students to follow when writing their pieces. It is separated into 4 categories with 4 possible grade levels for quick and efficient marking. The rubric aligns with the writing expectations in the Ontario Language Arts and French curriculums. I
Grades:
3rd - 6th, Higher Education
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Rhetorical Devices Handout + Quiz
This list of rhetorical devices helps students better understand the conventions of language. It is better suited for students with an advanced or experienced grasp of the language and are now learning to be creative and powerful writers
Grades:
8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
10 Free Author and Activist Posters For Your Culturally Responsive Classroom
Please enjoy this free set of ten author and activist quote posters! Also, please don't forget to rate them.
Whether you are setting up a new class or giving yours a makeover, these posters will brighten up your space and inspire your diverse community of learners. In my own class, I often refer to these quotes on my wall to generate conversation and inspire creative writing and poetry assignments.
Have a wonderful year, teachers. Stop in for upcoming unit plans and teaching tools.
-Alex
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Characteristics of Epics and Epic Heroes powerpoint notes lesson
This powerpoint presentation gives detailed explanation and examples of the characteristics of epic poetry and the epic hero, displaying still shots taken from a multitude of popular movies and television series'. Students will be able to record organized notes on epics and epic heroes, while seeing vivid examples that encourage comprehension of the material. This presentation displays a compilation of characteristics in the most simplified format possible, in order to ensure the success of ev
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Maya Angelou Famous Quotes Slide Show Poetry Poems History Lesson ELA
This is a 22 slide powerpoint show highlighting 20 of Maya Angelou's most famous and thought provoking quotes over the span of her lifetime.Each quote is printed on a beautiful stock picture. This would be a great show to teach students the power of word choice as well as giving them an idea about this amazing woman's gift for the spoken and written words. Students of all ages would enjoy the beautiful pictures and words in this show, but 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grades would be able to d
Grades:
5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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*FREE* MATH SMALL GROUP COMMENT SHEET
Use this sheet for each of your small groups to record individual comments as well as what you did and what the goals were. These are great to have on hand and keep small data points as documentation for each student.
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Grades:
PreK - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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