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High school informational text guided reading book microsofts
Alebrijes Mexican Folk Art: Cultural Reading (English version) SUB PLAN
This 3-page file includes:~A reading that describes the history of Alebrijes, a Mexican Folk Art Tradition begun in the 1930s by Pedro Linares. It discusses the various materials used to create these fantastical animals as well as the importance of the Oaxaca region in Mexican Art. Also included is a paragraph on the annual parade of Alebrijes in Mexico City as well as a similar type of art created by the local indigenous Zapotec people made from the copal tree.~A worksheet with 10 reading compr
Grades:
6th - 10th
Research Paper Outline
This produce is an outline template designed for student use. This shows students how to use facts, instead of just listing them. I have used this outline with grades 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th grade.
Grades:
7th - 12th
Poe's "The Masque of the Red Death" Reading Guide
Use this great 3-page reading guide with your students to study the style and symbolism in Poe's "The Masque of the Red Death."
Reading guide begins with a short informational text about tuberculosis, its effects, and its part in the story. Short informational text has 4 comprehension questions after and a prediction activity.
This guide's questions focus on comprehension but also include analysis, symbolism, quotation interpretation, theme study, vocabulary, figurative language, and MORE!!
Grades:
7th - 12th
Gifted Hands Nonfiction Unit
This 28-page complete unit on Gifted Hands: The Ben Carson Story contains graphic organizers (compare/contrast, persuasive map, etc.), writing assignments, persuasive speech/oral presentations, pre-reading activities, and more. Questions are divided by chapter for ease of implementation. Writing assignments contain mini-rubrics for grading. Brainstorming and motivational activities are included.
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6th - 9th
Elie Wiesel Nobel Prize Speech ~ Night Pre-reading activity
Night is the heart wrenching first hand account of Elie Wiesel's internment in the Auschwitz Camp during the Holocaust. In order to truly lead into the novel, it is important to impress upon students that Elie Wiesel spent his life devoted to reversing racism around the globe. Reading his Nobel Prize Acceptance speech will do just that. To accommodate scaffolding, I have included one version that caters to teaching persuasion and rhetorical analysis and a second that asks questions pertaining to
Grades:
7th - 9th, Higher Education
38 Who Saw Murder Didn't Call the Police: Kitty Genovese Reading&Questions
After the reading of Wiesel's novel Night, I had my students read an article "Thirty-Eight Who Saw Murder Didn't Call the Police: Kitty Genovese" to annotate and answer questions. The assignment takes minimally 2 days, but could be stretched out further with perhaps a Socratic Seminar or Philosophical Chairs. The questions which accompany the reading align with Night a bit, but can be modified. If not using with novel Night, this lesson could stand alone in between units, lessons or to introd
Grades:
9th - 12th
Los gitanos: Una lectura no-ficción (Romaní / Discriminación / Flamenco)
This 3-page file includes:~A 1.5 page Spanish language nonfiction reading on los gitanos. It discusses their history, traditional way of life, influence on flamenco music and other aspects of their life including marriage and language etc. It also has a paragraph on the discrimination they have faced as well as how they were victims of the holocaust. Ideal for upper intermediate /advanced students to discuss these themes. ~Includes a full glossary of new vocabulary and 8 reading comprehension qu
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Spanish Cultural Readings MEGA GROWING Bundle: 105+ Lecturas @55% off!
La Plaza de Mayo y La Casa Rosada Lectura y Cultura: Spanish Cultural Reading
This 3-page file includes:~A Spanish language culture reading on the Plaza de Mayo, located in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The reading discusses the history of the construction of the Plaza, as well as the adjacent Government house or Casa Rosada. There is also a paragraph on the Madres de la Plaza de Mayo, the mothers of the people who disappeared during the dictatorship. The reading also includes some historical details including: Argentine independence, Juan and Eva Perón.~A worksheet with 10 c
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Un Viaje a México Lectura | Spanish Cultural Reading: Trip to Mexico (pretérito)
This 4-page file includes:~A reading about a cultural trip to Mexico written in the preterite tense with both regular and irregular verbs. The story uses the 3rd person singular and plural talking about a couple that traveled to Guadalajara, Mexico City, Puebla, Oaxaca and Cancun. It talks about all of the cultural monuments they visit (Monte Albán, el Zócalo, la Catedral de Puebla ), and the traditional foods they eat (elotes, tamales, mole poblano etc.) The reading includes a glossary of new
Grades:
9th - 12th
Also included in: Spanish Cultural Readings MEGA GROWING Bundle: 105+ Lecturas @55% off!
Mexican Independence Day Cultural Reading: Grito de Dolores (English Version)
This cultural reading is about the history behind the Mexican Independence movement, how it is celebrated today and also the ritual of Grito de Dolores, a reenactment of the battle cry from 1810 by Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla.Reading includes 5 reading comprehension questions and an answer key.Editable word file.Ideal for Hispanic heritage!NOTE: This reading is in English, I also offer a similar reading in Spanish in my store.
Grades:
7th - 10th
College & Career Readiness Unit: Duckworth's "Grit' & Accompanying Skills
As our high school students speed toward the adult world of independence, we must arm them with the tools necessary to find not just success, but happiness. We can teach them the skills to reach their own Top Level Goal, the goal that will inspire and focus their choices moving forward. This goal will not only drive them to persevere, but to work diligently in the education and career for which they have great passion.But, how do we teach these skills? How do we teach GRIT? Psychologist Angela D
Grades:
9th - 12th
Lucha Libre: Cultural Reading on Mexican Wrestling (English Version)
This cultural reading is about the Mexican form of wrestling called Lucha Libre. It discusses its history and how it is competed. Also included is a paragraph on El Santo, the most famous competitor of all time. Reading includes 8 short reading comprehension questions.Includes answer key.Editable word file
Grades:
6th - 10th
Also included in: Mexican Culture Reading Bundle: 5 Readings @30% off! (English Version)
I Am Malala - Chapter Quizzes (1-24) - Word Document - NO PREP
Chapter quizzes (24 total). Created to ensure students read the required chapter(s) for their homework reading. The objective questions were created to check for understanding while reading the book "I Am Malala" by Malala Yousafzai. The Word Document is 39 pages long and ready to print or input into your Google Classroom. No prep is needed.*This is for the original text, NOT the Young Readers Edition.
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Grades:
9th - 12th
El día de las velitas and Navidad - Christmas Holidays in Colombia (English)
This 3-page file includes: ~An English language cultural reading that discusses Colombia's unique celebration of El día de las velitas or the day of the tea lights. It also includes a description of how this country celebrates Christmas and New Year's Eve. The reading includes a glossary of Spanish words particular to this time of year and a reading comprehension section. ~Answer keyIncludes:las velitas los villancicos la Nochebuena la Misa de Gallo Mi burrito sabanero la Navidad el Niño Dios la
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8th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
San Fermin Spanish Festival of the Running of the Bulls (English Version)
This cultural reading discusses the famous Spanish summer festival the running of the bulls that takes place in Pamplona, Spain. This reading is in English with Spanish vocabulary that is explained up top.Includes 6 true/false reading comprehension questions. Includes answer key.Editable word file. Vocab includes:chupinazo encierro Pobre de mí telefónica la faja el pañuelo
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Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: Culture of Spain Reading Bundle: 5 Readings @30% off! (English Version)
La Influencia árabe en el español Lectura | Arabic Influence on Spanish Reading
This 5-page file includes:~A Spanish reading on Arabic Influence on the Spanish language including some of the history of the Iberian Peninsula. The reading is prefaced by a glossary of new vocabulary.~A worksheet with 8 reading comprehension questions. ~A worksheet where students need to give the meaning of a list of Arabic influence words in Spanish.~Answer key. (2pgs)Level: Spanish 2/3
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Grades:
9th - 12th
Semana Santa / Holy Week in Spain Cultural Reading (ENGLISH VERSION)
This reading describes the history and cultural significance of Semana Santa / Holy Week in Spain. It describes the passion play in detail and includes particular Spanish vocabulary which is featured up top in a glossary.The reading is followed by seven short answer reading comprehension questions.This reading makes for a great cultural component to your class, particularly for those students who are beginners to the Spanish language.Includes an answer key.Editable word file.NOTE: This reading i
Grades:
7th - 10th
Virtual Novel Study: ENDURANCE, Young Reader's Edition, by Scott Kelly
This is a novel study for the book: ENDURANCE, Young Reader's Edition, by Scott Kelly.The page numbers for the first section are based on the paperback version. Each section has 5 vocabulary words, 1 student choice vocabulary word, and then multiple reading skill tasks. I suggest playing or reading the book as students follow along, and then pause at vocabulary words. I would also suggest pausing so students can write on their focus tasks every so often. Section 1:- Background Knowledge- Topic-
Grades:
6th - 9th
Atacama Desert in Northern Chile: Cultural Reading (English Version)
This 3-page file includes:~A reading on the Atacama Desert found in the north of Chile. It includes information on its history, climate, geography, flora and fauna. It also talks about how the ancient indigenous population of the Chinchorro made it their home. It also mentions Spanish settlement of the area to exploit the mineral wealth. Finally, it explains how the desert is home to space observation stations, NASA training for Mars missions and adventure tourism. ~A second page with 9 nine r
Grades:
7th - 10th
"What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" - Douglass - Reading Comprehension
These four pages of reading comprehension questions were created for students to complete while reading Fredrick Douglass's "What to the Slave is the Fourth of July?" Questions are analytical and require short responses. The questions were created to both promote on-task behavior and invoke higher level thinking. Online Electronic Copy:https://masshumanities.org/files/programs/douglass/speech_abridged_med.pdfhttps://loveman.sdsu.edu/docs/1852FrederickDouglass.pdfAudio Copy:https://www.youtube.co
Grades:
9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Costa Rica: Volcano Arenal, Biodiversity and Ecotourism Reading (English)
This reading is on Costa Rica’s unique biodiversity and its ecotourism. It also includes information on the Monteverde Cloud Forest and the national park of the Arenal volcano. Reading includes 6 reading comprehension questions.Answer key included. NOTE: This reading is in English, I also offer a similar reading in Spanish in my store.
Grades:
6th - 10th
Introduction to Greek Mythology PowerPoint and Reading Guide
This pack covers introduction to Greek Mythology from Edith Hamilton's Mythology text. It includes a PowerPoint and a reading guide. 1. The PowerPoint (PPT.) 10 Slides Each slide is a summary of the most important points from the chapter with direct quotes from the text and pictures.Essentially, the PowerPoint is a review of the chapter. 2. The Reading Guide (Word Doc.) Terms/Concepts for students to research before reading the chapter in order to establish background knowledgeQuestions for stud
Grades:
7th - 12th
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O. Henry’s “The Gift of the Magi” – 22 Common Core Learning Tasks!!
This Common Core resource includes 22 rigorous unit learning tasks for O. Henry’s short story, "The Gift of the Magi." The teacher-created learning tasks include standard(s) alignment using the language of Common Core State Standards. The unit activities represent a balance of analysis and evaluation activities focusing on a variety of literary elements, constructed responses, and extended informational/explanatory and argumentative writing. This resource also includes some embedded external doc
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Grades:
6th - 10th
Carnival Cultural Reading / Mardis Gras (English Version)
This English language cultural reading talks about the Catholic celebration of carnival. It talks about its religious significance and includes a paragraph each on how it is celebrated in New Orleans, Spain and Cologne. The reading includes 7 reading comprehension questions.Editable word file.Answer key included.
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Grades:
6th - 10th
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