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High school short stories guided reading books under $5
A Sound of Thunder by Ray Bradbury Close Reading Google Annotation Project
"My students were just breezing by the text just so they could be done. They didn't stop to read closely, make predictions, and notice the literary devices that lent to the tone and theme of the work. Mrs. Anderson's guided reading Google Slides force my students to slow down and really absorb everything. She breaks the text up into digestible chunks that students can tackle while sprinkling in literary analysis and thematic questions in a way that does not intimidate students. What's great is t
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6th - 12th
The Cask of Amontillado - TEACHER COPY with ANNOTATIONS and Vocab
THIS IS ALL YOU NEED TO TEACH THE STORY. These notes have EVERYTHING!This is the full text (on 7 pages with wide margins for annotations) of Edgar Allan Poe's short story "The Cask of Amontillado". It includes vocabulary words (highlighted in pink and defined in the margins), GISTs of each paragraph/section, example of foreshadowing, pronunciations of difficult words, examples of literary devices, and other miscellaneous annotations. It also includes 10 higher order thinking Questions for studen
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7th - 11th
The Tell-Tale Heart Open Book Scavenger Hunt and KEY
This is a one page, open book, directed reading activity where students search the text for answers to 30 clues. It forces the students to read for detail and content. This is an add water and stir lesson plan, easy for the teacher and with a high effectiveness index for students. It keeps them on task and improves reading comprehension. Please do not share the KEY. A KEY is provided.
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8th - 12th
3 Reading Comprehension Stories & Activities Level: Beginner + ESL Newcomer
This English comprehensible input story set features high frequency verbs in the present tense. This ESL / ELL short story set is accompanied by various reading comprehension check activities. Students will receive lots of comprehensible input with the super 7 verb target structures is /are, has / have, goes, wants, likes, and there is as they read. This English short stories set is perfect for ESL / ELL classes for both young and adult students. This short stories set would also be a great addi
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
Greek Myths and Legends Reading Comprehension and Exploration
This pack includes 50 pages of reading and comprehension materials and activities on the following Greek myths and legends: * Medusa* Pandora's Box* Theseus and the Minotaur* Aphrodite and Helen of Troy* Cerberus & Hercules It also includes a student research assignment. I use this pack for guided reading. For each of the above myths/legends there are 2-3 pages of reading material and 4-6 pages of comprehension activities that I have trialled with my students. The students loved this pack so
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4th - 9th
The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe - Comic Book
This comic book has been designed to provide a visual setting for the narrative of 'The Tell Tale Heart' that will help the student come to a better understanding of the storyline by supplementing the literary devices and symbols that Poe used when writing his famous short story. The language used has been slightly adapted and edited to suit the comic format. It can be printed for easy distribution, displayed as a slide show on a computer or used as an eBook on an iPad or other tablet.
The Comm
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6th - 9th
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By the Waters of Babylon Handout aligned with Common Core Standards
This handout is a complete unit and includes a reading assessment of the short story, By the Waters of Babylon written by Stephen Vincent Benet. This 19-page handout contains a full version of the story with side-by-side text and reading assessment questions. All story questions, graphic organizers and essay prompts follow the requirements set forth in the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts & Literacy. The specific standard is listed next to each question so te
Grades:
9th - 11th
An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge Reading Guide
This is probably my favorite short story to teach ALL YEAR! I love the reactions that I get from my students as they slowly start to figure out and accept the outcome of this plot twisting short story.
Use this reading guide to aid your students' comprehension of the story. Reading guide includes comprehension level questions as well as vocabulary, figurative language, literary elements, and background questions.
Side notes in the guide help students to understand the context of the story as
Grades:
10th - 11th
The Jumping Frog of Calaveras County: Full text & activities in print & digital
The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County, also called The Notorious Jumping Frog of Calaveras County, is a great example of Mark Twain's writing and a perfect text for students to learn about frame stories as well as literary terms related to humor. This resource includes the full text of the short story along with vocabulary definitions and guided reading questions in both digital (self-grading Google forms) and print format. The entire resource is ready to go - no prep required - but ca
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7th - 12th
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Short Story with Comprehension Questions
SHORT STORY with COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS, Short story text included. • text is accessible for high school/middle school students with special needs/ESL learners reading below grade level, but also age appropriate and high interest6-page Short Story about a teenage girl who learns an important lesson about being honest with her mother• Common core aligned lesson plan • 6 Comprehension questions included that encourage use of background knowledge and practice with analyzing text• Retell/sequencing
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6th - 12th
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The Man Who Loved Flowers - Basic Necessities Kit
This lesson pack includes focuses on foreshadowing clues and text evidence through a study of Stephen King's "The Man Who Loved Flowers". Materials are designed to allow you the option of guided, independent, and small group collaboration.Kit includes:- Guided Notes- Foreshadowing foldable- Coordinating PowerPoint- Writing prompts (allows for differentiation)- Quiz- Text (censored and uncensored versions)- Audio- Videos- Objective & agenda flipchart- Directions and group markers
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8th - 12th
Also included in: Perception and Suspense COMPLETE BUNDLE + BONUSES
ESL / ELL Short Readings + Task Cards | Level: Beginner Newcomer
This English Language Learner reading comprehension short stories set is perfect for ESL / ELL / ESOL learners in all classrooms. This comprehensible input story features early, common English words: this is, animal, person, is called, there is, says, is not, and I am alongside many cognates in 5 short stories. Each story is accompanied by 6 task / question cards for reading comprehension practice. Task cards include: multiple choice, matching, cognate recognition, drawing, & meaning associa
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2nd - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in: ESL / ELL Short Reading + Boom Cards Bundle | Level: Beginner Newcomer
Short Story with Comprehension Questions
SHORT STORY with COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS, Short story (text included)(Preview shows 1 page of the story and the comprehension questions)Everything you need for class included in this set !High interest, age appropriate short story text accessible for High School or Middle School ESL/special needs students reading below grade level4-page Short Story about a teenage student who learns an important lesson about the importance of school for his futureCommon core-aligned lesson plan is included. Comp
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8th - 12th
Adapted Level D Book (Look Under That Rock) Text & Comprehension (Autism/SPED)
Look Under That Rock is a Reading Level D Book that is modified with picture symbol text supports. This is a great way to teach Special Education and ELL students who require more visual supports to understand the literacy skills. The book comes with a list of Vocabulary Words.Comprehension- Graphic Organizer for Key Academic Vocabulary (Character, Setting, Key Words)- This includes a picture symbol text and picture symbol multiple choice comprehension quiz (5 questions) that focuses on:
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PreK - 12th
The Most Dangerous Game Modified Version
This modified version of this short story was created for a ninth grade special education student. This file includes a modified version of the story packed with visuals, a vocabulary assignment, reading questions, and then a short assessment at the end.
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4th - 9th
On The Farm Adapted Book (WH Questions)
This interactive book is great to use in a special education classroom for students with (or without) autism. I have found this book to be great for my students that are nonverbal and my students that are visual learners. This product can be used as an independent activity in a task box work system, as a center activity, or even with a small group. It’s a fun, hands-on activity that my students LOVE. If you like this book, check out similar ones I have in my store. Going to the Zoo Adapted B
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PreK - 12th, Adult Education
Also included in: Adapted Book Mega Bundle
Magic Tree House #16 Hour of the Olympics - Worksheets & Activites
Worksheets for Magic Tree House book 16 Hour of the Olympics. NO Prep Needed!(Please leave a review after using this packet with your students, it really helps out so much! Thanks and best wishes in all your educational pursuits!)This packet is roughly divided into three main categories, Vocabulary, Comprehension and Activities. The VOCABULARY section contains worksheets for drilling new words through repetitive use. Examples include pages for 1.) introducing new vocabulary words with kid-fr
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K - 9th
Also included in: Magic Tree House Books 13 - 16 Worksheets & Activites Bundle
'The Machine Stops' Short Story Bundle of Resources
The Machine Stops' Short Story Bundle.Reading age 16+ - adult. A short story by E.M. Forster that predicted a world of isolation, relying on technology. Studying ‘The Machine Stops’ seems never so relevant, which is strange as it was written in 1909. An amazing short story written about a dystopian/utopian future where everyone is isolated (ahem) in cell-like structures, and rely on a machine (ahem, ahem). As the title suggest, the machine then stops.Included; Organise the Plot Post-Reading Act
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Short Story “Hard Work” with Comprehension Questions
SHORT STORY with COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS for high school/middle school students with special needs or ESL students • Age appropriate and high interest text for students reading below grade level• 6-page Short Story about a student first starting a real job and some of the challenges he faces• Common Core aligned Lesson Plan• True-False graphic organizer develops students’ ability to identify details in a text and support an argument with evidence, Model Example provided• Comprehension Questions
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7th - 12th
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Spanish Grammar in Context | Ser y Estar | Story
Are your students struggling to master Spanish grammar? Look no further! This story-based resource on ser and estar is here to help your students improve their language skills and make learning Spanish fun.In this engaging story, you'll follow Pablo through the bamboo forest. Through his experiences, your students will learn how to use ser and estar correctly.With relatable characters and realistic scenarios, this story will keep your students engaged while providing valuable insights into the p
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7th - 12th
Spanish Readings: School Lunch and Snacks
Provide comprehensible input for your Spanish 1 students with these two stories. Stories align closely to the textbook series En Español and Avancemos. Each includes comprehension questions Story one vocab focus:Es la hora de… - it’s time forComprar - to buyEl almuerzo - lunchLa hamburguesa - hamburgerUn vaso de - a glass ofLas papas fritas - french friesEl refresco - a soft-drinkStory two vocab focus: el receso = breakla fruta = fruitdescansar = to restvisitar = to visitla merienda = snackla ci
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6th - 9th
Magic Tree House #19 Tigers at Twilight - Worksheets & Activites
Worksheets for Magic Tree House book 19 Tigers at Twilight. NO Prep Needed!(Please leave a review after using this packet with your students, it really helps out so much! Thanks and best wishes in all your educational pursuits!)This packet is roughly divided into three main categories, Vocabulary, Comprehension and Activities. The VOCABULARY section contains worksheets for drilling new words through repetitive use. Examples include pages for 1.) introducing new vocabulary words with kid-frie
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K - 9th
Also included in: Magic Tree House Books 17 - 20 Worksheets & Activites Bundle
Priscilla and the Wimps Text and Questions
This item contains Richard Peck's short story Priscilla and the Wimps. Embedded into the story are 14 questions. The story is divided into four parts with questions after each part. It is designed for students to read parts at a time, then respond to the questions in pairs but can be assigned in whatever way the teacher wishes.
The questions focus on point of view and characterization, with many higher order thinking questions as well. No answer key is included because the majority of question
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6th - 9th
Robot Dreams by Isaac Asimov Science Fiction Story - Artificial Intelligence
Delve into the world of science fiction stories with “Robot Dreams” by Isaac Asimov! Explore science fiction themes such as consciousness, ethics, and the relationship between humans and technology. This short story mini-unit culminates in a deeper understanding of the implications of artificial intelligence and its impact on society. This resource includes a reading guide featuring a copy of Isaac Asimov's "Robot Dreams!" Using the guide, students read and answer close reading questions embedde
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7th - 10th
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