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Argumentative Writing Unit Bundle for Middle and High School
Need an all-encompassing argumentative writing unit that's scaffolded and meets the needs of a wide range of learners in middle school and high school? This argumentative writing unit is complete with activities that you can use to meet students wherever they are in their writing journey. It's created for the 8-10th grade range, but it would work well for advanced 7th graders or for 11th and 12th grade students who need more scaffolding. This argumentative writing unit for middle and high school
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8th - 11th
STAAR ECR Practice Prompt Extended Constructed Response Writing ECR Checklist
Are you searching for a simple yet effective way to help your students achieve a high STAAR score on their ECR? Look no further! Our comprehensive set of ECR Writing Prompts and Planning Pages has got you covered.Whether you're an experienced teacher or just starting out, our teacher-tested resources will boost your students' writing confidence and familiarity with the STAAR Extended Constructed Response expectations.➡️ Looking for Elementary or High School? Expose your 6th, 7th, and 8th grade s
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6th - 8th
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WRITING SKILLS Practice & Assess: Grade 6 No Prep Printables
**Grade 6 Version** Level BThe topics/skills included in this huge worksheet packet are the same as in my Interactive Writing Notebook. Scroll down for a list of lessons and topics.Purchase the differentiation bundle here.For each of the 26 lessons, there is a 20-item practice followed by a 20-item assessment. The items on the assessment are similar in content and in format to the items on the practice so that your students are prepared for each assessment. Please note that some lessons are not
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Also included in: Practice & Assess WRITING SKILLS: Differentiation BUNDLE!
WRITING SKILLS Practice & Assess: Grades 7-8 No Prep Printables
**Grades 7-8 Version** Level CThe topics/skills included in this huge worksheet packet are the same as in my Interactive Writing Notebook. Scroll down for a list of lessons and topics.Purchase the differentiation bundle here.For each of the 26 lessons, there is a 20-item practice followed by a 20-item assessment. The items on the assessment are similar in content and in format to the items on the practice so that your students are prepared for each assessment. Please note that some lessons are n
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7th - 9th
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Also included in: Practice & Assess WRITING SKILLS: Differentiation BUNDLE!
Essay Writing Rubrics - Summary, Narrative, Persuasive, Response to Literature
Writing can be so difficult to teach . . . and to grade! So many papers! This is why an essay writing rubric is the teacher's best friend. You're still able to provide feedback to your learners, but you save all the precious time of having to write out the comments. Last year using rubrics, my students wrote 9 essays and I didn't take a single paper home to grade. And by the end of the year, they were light years better at writing. TARGET GRADE LEVEL: Grades 7th-12thRUBRICS INCLUDED:* Summary* P
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7th - 12th
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10 Argumentative Text Essay Samples w Argument Writing and Rubric Checklist
EVALUATION STATIONS! Supercharge your students' understanding of argumentative writing with this collection of real, thesis statement centered, student essays and rubrics designed for your students to evaluate and edit! After all, the best way to learn to write an essay is to GRADE them! GREAT FOR STATIONS!Students will evaluate: hook, background information, thesis statement, topic sentences, evidence, elaboration, transitions, and conclusion. This resource includes 2 WORKSHOPS:WORKSHOP 1- E
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6th - 10th
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Ethos, Logos, and Pathos Quiz
This is a quick 10 question identification quiz where students are asked to identify if the given statement best represents ethos, logos, or pathos. I use this as a quick check to see if students comprehend how the parts of the rhetorical triangle play out in common situations.
The quiz is duplicated three times in order to save paper, and an answer key is attached for easy scoring.
If you like this product, you may also be interested in a similar product with additional examples titled Rhe
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7th - 10th
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One Trait Rubric / Single Point Rubric
A one trait rubric (similar to a single point rubric) is one of the fastest and most effective systems for grading student writingDoes it take you hours to grade a stack of student essays? Is your grading system too subjective and confusing? These one trait (or single trait) rubrics will help you refine your writing instruction, help students better understand characteristics of effective writing and how their work is assessed, and simplify your scoring process.The idea is simple: since we teach
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3rd - 12th
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The Zombie Apocalypse-- Persuasive Speech Activity
In this activity, students will role play that they are trapped in their school by the zombie apocalypse. They have to decide whether to stay at the school... or whether to leave the school for an alternate location. In order to make this precarious decision, they must weigh the pros and cons of both scenarios and then craft a persuasive speech to convince the class (the rest of their group) to go or to stay.Now included as part of the Ultimate Zombie Literary Unit found HERE!In this high-inte
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: THE Ultimate High-interest Halloween Bundle for Secondary ELA
Argument Writing Exit Slips
These 14 exit slips contain mentor texts on the task cards for analysis. They also contain useful writing tips and writing prompts to help students strengthen their argumentative writing skills in just a few minutes a day. Students analyze short excerpts of essays, evaluate the components that should be included in effective argumentative essays, and gain tips for writing a strong conclusion.
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The exit slips are organized in categories to ma
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5th - 12th
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The Perfect Writing Rubric: Six Traits
The Perfect ONE page rubric based on the Six Traits of Writing!
This file includes:
--Student friendly 6 point criteria charts based on the six traits of writing
--One chart has percent ranges for each point on a scale of 1: Beginner to 6: Exemplary (Example: 6 pts. = 95-100%)
--One chart has percent ranges left off in case you want to make your own
--One chart has a place for parents to sign and one does not depending on whether or not you want the writing piece returned with a parent sign
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3rd - 8th
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Synthesis and Argument Writing: Does a #hashtag create real social change?
Every English teacher needs new ways to teach argument, rhetoric, and analytical writing. The Inquiry-Based Synthesis Essay is here to save the day!This argument essay is designed to help you out in a quick fix OR to teach in-depth rhetorical analysis. The essay can be scaffolded up or down, from highly difficult and challenging to ELL and SpEd friendly. In a nutshell: The essay question asks students to develop an argument about the question: does a #hashtag create real social change? Thei
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8th - 12th
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Learning from The Lorax Conservation Mini Course CCSS Grades 3-6 Print and Go
Introducing the Lorax Conservation Mini Course: Celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with a learning experience that combines reading, writing, art, vocabulary, and economics. This comprehensive mini course is designed to inspire students to think critically about environmental conservation.Key Features:Comprehension Guide: A two-page guide helps students explore the world of "The Lorax" and its themes.Resource Identification Activity: Students categorize resources (capital, human, natural) to rein
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3rd - 6th
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K-ESS3-3
Paraphrasing vs. Plagiarism
A packet that helps your students learn how to paraphrase information so that they do not plagiarize. This is especially helpful when doing a research unit.
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*Anchor Charts
*Note Pages
*Flip Flap Books for Interactive Notebooks
*Is it Plagiarism? Practice Sheet
*Paraphrasing Questions
*Paraphrasing Practice
Please check out the {PREVIEW} to see exactly what you are getting in this pack!
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3rd - 9th
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MLA Format and Style Treasure Hunt: Question Trail Activity - Practice, Examples
Who said learning MLA format had to be dry and dull? Infuse some excitement into the process with this exhilarating treasure hunt - a fun question trail activity! Say goodbye to monotonous MLA format reviews and welcome a thrilling, engaging approach that makes learning feel like an adventure. How it works: Picture your students filling out their answer sheets as they embark on a quest, deciphering 18 intriguing question cards scattered around the classroom. Each answer they uncover brings them
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7th - 10th
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Making a Claim - Should Fortnite Be BANNED? Persuasive Writing Prompt & Project
Are you looking for a fun way to engage your students in persuasive writing and learn about making a claim? If so, check out this persuasive writing prompt and graphic organizer project! Students will first find out what a claim is, then read an article, an infographic, and read student voices about the pros and cons of playing Fortnite, the popular video game played by hundreds of thousands of people around the world. This pack explores this topic, while asking students to make their own determ
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Persuasive Writing Bundle: Articles, Infographics, and Prompts
Test Prep - Georgia Milestones Day 1 Practice - Paired Passages - Set 2
This product includes two passages about scuba diving, 6 multiple choice questions, & 2 writing prompts.
This is designed to be much like Day 1 (ELA with a short write and the long write) of the GMAS test. There are a few extra multiple choice questions, but I use them for grades, so I like to have a few extra questions for more points.
If you aren't in GA, these would be great to leave for a sub or to use as an ELA grade!
If you find any typos or have any questions, please email me at
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Georgia Milestones Day 1 Practice - BUNDLE**
Argumentative Essay Writing Sorting Activity - Print and Digital - Editable
Empower your students with a hands-on, interactive experience that brings the fundamental structure of an argumentative essay to life! This sorting activity will transform the often daunting task of essay structuring into an exciting, hands-on adventure that'll ignite your students' creativity and understanding.Students complete the activity by sorting and assembling the pieces of an argumentative essay into the correct order. It's a puzzle that builds their confidence and competence.Here’s what
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7th - 10th
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5th Grade Florida FAST PM3 Writing Practice Tests Florida BEST Standards ELA
Are you ready for the PM3? This is a writing test simulation for the 5th Grade Florida's F.A.S.T. Communicating Through Writing. They are aligned with all five of the new B.E.S.T. writing standards for grade 5.Buyer’s Note: This product has been updated to align with the new Florida’s B.E.S.T. standards. Includes:--Cursive Assignment--Narrative Writing Assignment and Rubric--Three Passages for Argumentative and Expository Prompts--Argumentative Writing Prompt and Rubric--Expository Writing Prom
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4th - 6th
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Writing Lessons (Differentiated Lessons)
Teaching students how to write powerful essays and stories has just gotten easier. This document contains DIFFERENTIATED lessons that teach the fundamentals of informative, opinion, and narrative writing skills. The lessons are differentiated so that students at varying levels can gain skills to become even better writers. The lessons are written at different levels of Bloom's Taxonomy. Most lessons contain Comprehend, Apply, and Analyze sections. This is designed to bridge a connection bet
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3rd - 6th
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Paired Passages with Writing Prompt on Electric Cars - Opinion Essay 5th Grade
Use these paired passages with a highly engaging writing prompt to keep students engaged during your dreaded writing block! Students will read the two sources about electric cars and the writing prompt, plan out their essay, and write a four- or five-paragraph essay about their opinion on the topic. Opinion writing prompts using articles are the best way for students to practice writing skills. Get 6 writing prompts when you upgrade to the writing prompt BUNDLE!This Paired Passages Opinion Writi
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4th - 6th
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7th Grade Florida FAST PM3 Writing Practice Tests Florida BEST Standards ELA
Are you ready for the PM3? Get ready with these 7th Grade Florida's B.E.S.T. Communicating Through Writing Practice Tests. They are aligned with all four of the new BEST writing standards for grade 7.Includes:--Narrative Writing Assignment and Rubric--Two Passages for Argumentative and Expository Prompts--Argumentative Writing Prompt and Rubric--Expository Writing Prompt and Rubric--Improving Writing Activities**Buyer's Note: This product does not contain student sample responses. There is s
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6th - 8th
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Long Way Down Final Argument Essay
Engage your students in an end-of-unit Long Way Down argument essay after completing the book. This essay packet includes everything you need to assign your students an argumentative essay for Long Way Down: the essay assignment sheet, a brainstorming organizer, an essay-blocking handout, an essay outline, a peer editing form, and a rubric.
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7th - 11th
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A Night Divided Novel Study Activities BUNDLE
This Novel Study BUNDLE has everything you need to engage your class in a novel study of A Night Divided, by Jennifer A. Nielsen. Students will respond to higher-level short-answer questions, deepen their vocabulary knowledge, analyze quotes, symbolism, figurative language, and theme. The activities included in this product require students to investigate literary elements (e.g., tone, mood, plot, setting, theme, point of view, conflict, etc.) as well as literary devices & techniques (e.g.,
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5th - 7th
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