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Common Core WHST.6-8.1a graphic organizers
CNN 10 Student News Current Event Analysis, Worksheets: Print & Google Digital
My students are hooked on CNN 10, formerly CNN Student News! It is a great, free online resource that is perfect to get students thinking about current events with a Common Core lens. This activity set has FIFTEEN templates to choose from and is aligned with Common Core Literacy and Writing standards for ELA, history, and science (NGSS). In addition to receiving printable copies provided in PDF, this lesson was recently converted to GOOGLE 1:1 compatible templates for a completely GOOGLE Classro
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4th - 12th
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CER Claim Evidence and Reasoning Unit
Introduce and reinforce the CER strategy with your science students using the bundle of print and digital materials. These lessons will walk you through introducing the claim, evidence, and reasoning method to your students to help clarify, think critically, and explain their scientific reasoning to demonstrate their knowledge of the concepts learned. Students will be able to:Demonstrate their knowledge of scientific principles through crafted writing responsesUtilize the claim, evidence, reason
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5th - 7th
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Westward Expansion Stations, Annotated Timeline,Graphic Organizer & Map Activity
Now can be used with interactive Google Map! This is a comprehensive mini-bundle with tons of options to fit your personal style and class level. Teachers can choose from two printable student-centered instructional choices: an annotated timeline or stations. Students fill out a graphic organizer and complete a map activity with either option. The information covered includes:the Mexican Cession, Gadsden Purchase, Oregon Country, Louisiana Purchase, Texas Annexation, Spanish Cession, and the Lan
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7th - 11th
World from A to Z with Carl Azuz News - Current Event Common Core Worksheets
Fun-loving Carl Azuz is Back with a New Show! My students are so happy! His new free online 9-minute News Show is perfect to get students thinking about current events with a Common Core lens. This activity set has Fourteen templates to choose from and is aligned with Common Core Literacy and Writing standards for ELA, history, and science (NGSS). In addition to receiving printable copies provided in PDF, this lesson was recently converted to GOOGLE 1:1 compatible templates for a completely GOOG
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4th - 12th
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CER Genetic Engineering Scientific Argument Set Debate Project 2-Pack Secondary
Engage your middle and high school students during units of study on genetics with our Genetic Engineering Scientific Argumentation CER & Debate 2-Pack!This resource offers a comprehensive and engaging way to explore topics like:CRISPR technologiesGenetically modified organisms - including humans!Using genetic engineering to bring back extinct organisms — sure to be a class favorite! Animal cloning ...and much more!Perfect as a way to explore the applications of genetics, our 2-pack provid
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7th - 12th
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MS-LS4-5
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
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4th - 8th
Inquiry Based Mock Trial Template Social Studies C3 Framework with Rubric
Over the last few years, as I've transitioned my Social Studies classroom to an inquiry based experience, I've gradually adjusted my summative assessments to evaluate student learning. This template allows you to create an inquiry for any Social Studies topic with a Mock Trial as the summative assessment. If you've always wanted to try designing your own inquiry, but have struggled with the structure, this template is for you! It scaffolds the process to make the design process much more managea
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7th - 11th
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Inquiry Based Essay Template Social Studies C3 Framework with Rubric
Over the last few years, as I've transitioned my Social Studies classroom to an inquiry based experience, I've gradually adjusted my summative assessments to evaluate student learning. This template allows you to create an inquiry for any Social Studies topic with an essay as the summative assessment. If you've always wanted to try designing your own inquiry, but have struggled with the structure, this template is for you! It scaffolds the process to make the design process much more manageable
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6th - 9th
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American Revolutionary War Strengths and Weaknesses Web Quest
In this American Revolution web quest activity, students learn the strengths and weaknesses of both the Americans and the British in an easy-to-do web quest activity! Students complete a graphic organizer to track their understanding. A final writing prompt is included to bring students to the central idea at the outset of the war. This product is 1:1 Google compatible -- just share through Google or assign via Google Classroom!This activity is a great introduction to the war (or to conclude a
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6th - 9th
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Inquiry Based Monument Design Project Template Social Studies C3 Framework
Over the last few years, as I've transitioned my Social Studies classroom to an inquiry based experience, I've gradually adjusted my summative assessments to evaluate student learning. This template allows you to create an inquiry for any Social Studies topic with a Monument Design Project as the summative assessment. If you've always wanted to try designing your own inquiry, but have struggled with the structure, this template is for you! It scaffolds the process to make the design process much
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7th - 11th
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Ancient China DBQ Essay - 5 Documents, Writing Scaffolds, Key, Examples, Rubric
Wonderful Document Based Question (DBQ) Essay to use during your Middle School Ancient China Unit! Students build analytical and writing skills using this differentiated resource! Students of ALL levels and capabilities will benefit from the step-by-step writing scaffolds included!Includes Everything Needed to Teach DBQ Essay Writing:1) 5 Documents with Scaffolded Questions (Geography, Silk Road, Confucius, Achievements, The Great Wall of China)2) Skeleton Worksheet - Developing a thesis a
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5th - 7th
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6th Grade Social Studies Unit 1 Eastern Hemisphere and Geography 20 lessons
Hello and Welcome! Here you will find a complete guide for students to follow that will help them complete Unit 1 of 6th Grade Social Studies. I have created these slides to help organize the information that aligns with DOE Standards and Social Social Studies standards that all Circles use currently. My lessons include multiple resources for that will guide students through the Unit and the tech friendly world. Easy to use for teachers and students alike. Your one stop shop for all learning nee
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4th - 8th
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Argument Map: Graphic Organizers for Argument Writing With Sentence Stems
Help your students organize their information for argument writing with these three graphic organizers with sentence stems. These organizers truly help students by offering them the guideline of what to include in a strong argument and then model the process of constructing a fluid argument.Included you will find three different graphic organizers:
1. 1 claim, 2 reasons, and 4 pieces of evidence/quotes
2. 1 claim, 2 reasons, and 2 pieces of evidence/quotes
3. 1 claim, 1 reason, and 2 pieces of
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Argument Map Bundle: With and Without Sentence Stems - Differentiated
CNN 10 Student News Reflection & Analysis - Easy Printable!
*UPDATED WITH NEW HOSTS - NEW SEGMENTS COMING SOON!*Help your students learn more about current events and the world around them with this engaging analysis and reflection activity and CNN10 (formerly CNN Student News)My students LOVE CNN10 and these forms are the perfect way to help keep them engaged and focused during these news segments - there are over 20 different versions, with a variety of questions, prompts, and reflection activities, which help to create variety!These templates are perf
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5th - 12th
Counterargument Lesson Plan
One of the most challenging argumentative techniques to teach, this lesson plan addresses the most common pitfalls students have while crafting counterarguments. It includes a scaffolded, easy-to-differentiate handout along with a detailed lesson plan and slides to help your students go from defining a counterargument to applying it in their own writing within a class period. ---**Note**This lesson is included in the following bundles at a discounted price:Organization and Structure Bundle (for
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5th - 12th
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Textual Evidence to Argument Writing - A Hero or Villain Lesson **Common Core **
Looking for a way new way for students to show their understanding of a person or character from a novel? This set has students look at one person and determine if they are a hero or a villain. They go from finding the evidence, making it visual through a poster, and then using the evidence to develop a clear claim and counter claim.
Use this set of graphic organizers and activities bring them from identifying textual evidence to writing a claim and counter claim.Included in this mini-unit ar
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5th - 8th
Ancient China: Chinese Dynasties: Readings and Jigsaw Activity
This resource contain five readings and a jigsaw activity. The readings are easily adaptable to a station activity, too! The dynasties covered in this assignment are the Xia, Shang, Zhou, Qin and Han Dynasties. Domain Specific Vocabulary is defined as the bottom of every sheet. Students identify each dynasty's reign, achievements and detriments. There is a claim writing prompt included at the end.
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3rd - 6th
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Claim Evidence Reasoning CER Constructed Response Writing Activities
Are your ready to introduce your students to the Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) constructed response writing strategy? This 5-day mini-lesson resource takes a step-by-step approach to teaching your students how to write evidence-based responses to questions. Students will gain an understanding of how to respond to a question by writing a claim, cite evidence from an article, and provide reasoning that connects back to the claim. With an emphasis on fostering the ability to craft well-suppo
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4th - 7th
Also included in: Claim Evidence Reasoning (CER) Introduction & Practice Activities
Types and Forms of Government Differentiated Writing Activities
This is the perfect summative assessment after you have taught types of government! These differentiated writing activities include activities and writing prompts for three levels in the classroom. Level A-Students evaluate types of government Level B-Students respond to a quote and use a reading passage for evidenceLevel C- Students watch a video and respond to a hypothetical scenario.Want access to ALL of my civics resources? Join the Civics and American Government Member Club!Visit my website
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6th - 12th
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E-E-A (Evidence-Explain-Analyze) Writing Anchor Chart
The anchor chart has sentence starters and questions that lead students to put their thinking into words on the page. They assist students in achieving work at higher Bloom's stages of evaluating and creating because it pushes them to think deeper, make real-world connections, and relate the material to society and their personal lives. The chart gives them ideas that generate their metacognition and apply it to new learning. EVIDENCE (What does the text SAY?)Questions to consider:What spe
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Not Grade Specific
CER Scientific Argument Pack: Organizers, Rubrics, Posters Printable & Editable
Simplify CER Instruction with Our Comprehensive CER Template and Planning Pack! Are you a busy science teacher looking to streamline your CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) instruction and save valuable time? Look no further! Our CER Template and Planning Pack is designed with you in mind. This versatile resource provides you with the essential tools to guide your students through the process of crafting compelling CER paragraphs. Whether you're new to CER or a seasoned pro, our pack offers custo
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5th - 10th
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World War II Weapons Stations
This overview of World War II Weapons is a great way to cover some specific topics very briefly in your World War II unit! Stations allow students to get in small groups and roam the classroom and/or hallway reading and analyzing short passages. After completing a chart about twelve different weapons including tanks, fighter aircraft, bomber aircraft, aircraft carriers, battleships, and more, students will write an opinion based essay on which two they feel are the most important and why. This i
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6th - 9th
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Water Cycle CER Toolkit Scientific Arguments 12 Claims Middle School Weather
Elevate scientific inquiry in your middle school science classes with our comprehensive Water Cycle Scientific Argumentation C.E.R. Set! This versatile toolkit offers twelve thought-provoking prompts that deepen your students' understanding of the water cycle and its significance on planet Earth.Each prompt challenges students to support or refute claims related to the water cycle, guiding them through the research and argumentation process. These prompts invite students to...Explain the main s
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6th - 8th
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MS-ESS2-4
Perfect World Argument
Students are challenged to create a perfect world by exploring and deciding on all of the elements that make up a society. They are then writing an argumentative essay to explain why their world is perfect. There is a link to a Canva presentation with pre-set resources for students to use to investigate different aspects of the society to help them decide. On the final page is a link to graphic organizers to help students plot out their information. Included in the handouts are paragraph frams t
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7th - 10th
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