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Middle school The New Year writing-essays guided reading books
Peak Novel Study
This is a complete novel study for Peak by Roland Smith. You will find everything you need to completely teach and review the plot, characters, setting, themes, etc. with your class.
Included in the Novel Study:
*Introduction to the Book
*Suggested Pacing Calendar
*Author Information with links to videos about the book and author
*Mount Everest Trivia Sheet with link to an age appropriate website
*Map it Out Activity for kids to map camps on Everest
*3 sets of Vocabulary Words in a test format
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5th - 7th
December Holidays Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
Teach students about New Year's Eve, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, and Christmas with reading assignments! This resource includes FOUR informational reading passages. Each reading passage comes with a set of common core questions (a mix of open-ended and multiple choice) - emphasizing vocabulary, main idea, analysis of specific lines, and text evidence. This resource was designed for upper elementary and middle school students.Click HERE for the digital version of this resource.Includes:★ 4 Informational R
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Winter ELA Bundle (Upper Elementary and Middle School)
Silly Opinions | Digital Writing Prompts | Intro to Opinion Writing | Engaging
Opinion writing is one of my favorite units! Giving our students the tools they need to voice their beliefs is one of the most productive skills they will apply in their real world. As you are probably already aware, a solid opinion is most powerful when it is supported and backed by reasons. This is the challenge that many students face when comforted with opinion writing tasks.These digital writing prompts are the perfect introductory tool that guide students into the practice of stating their
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3rd - 6th
If I Built A School Writing
Easy and fun first writing assignment for your students! I read the book If I Built A School and use it as a mentor text for students to think like an engineer and write about what their dream school would look like.Product includes:+ Brainstorm Google Jamboard slides+ Brainstorm thinking map+ 2 different final copies.+ Page to draw dream school*Created on a google slide so you can either assign on google classroom and delete the text box of lines, or print to have them write a paper final copy.
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3rd - 8th
Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library Novel Study
This is a complete novel study for Escape from Mr. Lemoncello's Library by Chris Grabenstein. You will find everything you need to completely teach and review the plot, characters, setting, themes, etc. with your class.
Included in the Novel Study:
*Introduction to the Book
*Suggested Pacing Calendar
*Author Information with links to videos about the book and author
*Puzzles and Solutions section with suggested rebus, pictogram and anagram puzzles with solutions
*Alliteration Summary and Examp
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4th - 6th
Readers Theater - The Chinese New Year - The Curse of the Nian - Script
Readers Theater script. 20 characters. Learn how the Chinese New Year is celebrated in Modern times and the ancient Legend from where it all began!
Kid Reporters visit homes, festivals and parades to explore the Chinese New Year Holiday. Then actors perform The Curse of the Nian, which takes place in Ancient China. A horrible Nian comes every year to destroy a village until a mysterious old man comes to the village to help save it. Working with a brave Villager they scare the Nian away and cr
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1st - 6th
The Lost Hero Novel Study
This is a complete novel study for The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan. You will find everything you need to completely teach and review the plot, characters, setting, themes, etc. with your class. There are also pre and post reading activities that will introduce/review Greek myths and gods.
Included in the Novel Study:
* Introduction to the Book
* Suggested Pacing Calendar
* Greek Creation Myth article and activities
* 14 major Greek gods and goddesses chart and quiz (Zeus, Hades, Poseidon,
He
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5th - 7th
New year celebrations around the world - Reading Comprehension
4 differentiated New Year reading comprehensions.Learn about different global traditions in the New Year's Around the World Reading Comprehension. A wonderful resource to use with kids in the run-up to Christmas and the holiday season. Explore a range of exciting New Year's traditions from different countries with your class. This activity is a great way of helping kids develop their reading comprehension and information retrieval skills. Take a peek at the preview for a better picture of what i
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1st - 7th
Front Desk Novel Study
The Front Desk Novel Study is a comprehensive novel study for teaching Front Desk by Kelly Yang. With over 100+ Common Core aligned materials, students will develop their literacy skills while deeply engaging with the novel through this 6-WEEK unit. The fiction close reading activities, the literary analysis resources, pre-reading resources, vocabulary, assessments, argumentative writing unit, and essays will all provide opportunities for your students to practice and apply what will be their gr
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5th - 6th
El Año Nuevo / Nochevieja / Doce Uvas Lectura: New Year's
This 3-page file includes:~A reading in which students get a chance to see Colombia's New Year's traditions in the grammatical context of the future tense. The narrator is a 16-year-old boy discussing all the changes in his family's life in the coming year, his plans for tonight including Colombian traditions for New Year's Eve as well as a list of his resolutions. Reading includes a full glossary of new vocabulary.~A worksheet with six reading comprehension questions, and writing practice to g
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Spanish Winter Holidays BIG Bundle: Top 20 Resources at 50% off!
Serafina and the Twisted Staff
Serafina and the Twisted Staff complete novel pack.
Includes the following:
45 short answer and essay questions
Graphic organizers for theme, character traits, and research project
letter to author template
25 context clue multiple choice questions
book and self reflection template
Biltmore Estate brochure template
Serafina diagram template
This product requires students to make inferences, build vocabulary, make predictions, explictly answer questions from text, and explain answers.
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4th - 8th
Short Fantasy Story w/ Analysis Activities – Secondary ELA – CCSS Rubric
Looking for the perfect no-prep short fantasy genre mini-lesson? This complete fantasy story lesson with analysis activities is perfect for a 1-2 day reading activity or as an introduction to a broader fantasy writing unit on story-genre and creative writing. Richard Post’s “The Lost Room” will appropriately introduce the elements of allegory, theme, and character development to your students, and the included analysis questions and response essay assignment are designed to build strong analysis
Grades:
7th - 10th
Chinese New Year/ Lunar New Year: Reader's Theater - Grades 4,5,6
Explore the symbolism and traditions of Lunar New Year, with these 4 Reader's Theater scripts. Please see the preview!
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4th - 6th
Derek Jeter- Reading Comprehension Passage and Activities
Derek Jeter- Reading Comprehension Passage and Activities
Gr. 3-6
A descriptive passage about baseball legend Derek Jeter, highlighting his childhood, rookie years, and his many accomplishments while playing for the Yankees.
This packet includes:
• 3 Page Biographical Passage
• Questions
• Essay
• Writing prompt
• Vocabulary
Great for guided reading, centers, or independent work.
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
Short Stories Collection w/ Analysis Activities – Secondary ELA – CCSS Rubrics
Immerse your students in a collection of captivating short stories with analysis activities through this bundled resource. These no-prep reading and analysis lessons are perfect for 1-2 day sub plans, short reading and response activities, or as introductions to larger writing units (the products in this bundle are also included in my Creative Writing Workshops Bundle). These stories will introduce important literary elements to your students, while the accompanying response questions and essay
Grades:
7th - 12th
Ruby's Chinese New Year Read Aloud Companion - Lunar New Year - Spring Festival
Follow along as Ruby travels to celebrate the festivities with her grandma - with the help of her animal friends!This package can be used with Grades 3-8 as the depth of discussion and length of writing assignments can vary depending on the age group. You might also want to ask students if they celebrate in their own homes and if their traditions differ than those mentioned in the book - many other Asian communities celebrate, although this book explores the Chinese perspective. Always preview t
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2nd - 8th
HOW TO READ CALENDAR
No Prep Print and Go WorksheetsReady to use printable worksheets which will teach kids to read calendar throughout the year.These engaging worksheets will cover:* Days of the Week* Write the Month* Months of the Year* Nick’s Weekly Planner* Calendar Time* Reading a Calendar* Fact or Opinion* Days of the Week Abbreviations* Months of the Year Abbreviations* Number of Days in Months* Writing the Date* Fix the Capitalization and Punctuation of the Dates* Write the Dates (in the Form: Month Date, Ye
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PreK - 6th, Staff
Of Mice and Men BUNDLE Close Reading Activities, Presentation, and Assessments
This is a comprehensive unit for Of Mice and Men! Everything you and your students' need is here.The reason I love this unit is because it is designed with critical inquiry in mind and even uses fundamental human development to help develop our thinking about character behavior and actions. Student will delve into character analysis through the lens of Abraham Maslow's theory of the Hierarchy of Needs.Students can be directed through their packets and the slides which allows for students to easi
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6th - 12th
8th June “Penning Bonds: A Letter Writing Tribute for National Best Friends Day"
"Penning Bonds: A Letter Writing Tribute for National Best Friends Day" is a heartwarming acknowledgement of the special bond shared between best friends. Through the art of letter writing, this sample letter captures the essence of friendship and gratitude, offering a heartfelt tribute to the cherished companionship that enriches our lives.How Pupils and Teachers Can Use It?Teachers can use this sample letter as a model for teaching letter writing skills and fostering emotional expression among
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6th - 9th
New Year 2024 Reading Comprehension Passages Activities and Questions
Welcome to an engaging and comprehensive resource tailored for the New Year 2024! This meticulously crafted package offers a diverse array of 30 pages brimming with rich reading comprehension passages, activities, and thought-provoking questions, specially designed for educators seeking to enrich their students' literacy skills.Key Features:1. Varied Comprehension Exercises: Dive into a collection of engaging reading passages curated specifically for the New Year. Each passage is accompanied by
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2nd - 6th
Fahrenheit 451 "Grab and Go" Unit
This complete unit plan for Fahrenheit 451 includes lessons for each reading, a reading guide for the entire book, reading journals, non-fiction articles, and a final "compare/contrast" essay between Bradbury's vision and modern society. The unit is engaging, skills-based, and ready to go!
Grades:
6th - 12th
Red Scarf Girl by Ji-Li Jiang Reading Comprehension Guided Assignment GOOGLE DOC
This is such a great book to introduce students to the Chinese Cultural Revolution and Communism, and China in general! This guided reading assignment breaks the story into 5 reading sections (or five weeks), with comprehension questions (short answer - not multiple choice) and vocabulary terms key to the reading (these are taken from the appendix). Complete answer keys are provided. There is an optional assignment to complete an in-class writing assignment (may be given as a homework assignm
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7th - 10th
The Surrender Tree by Margarita Engle - Complete Novel Study
This bundle includes:Reader journal for close analysis and quotation of each part of the novelSummative writing assignments for each part of the novelBonus in this bundle ONLY:Character analysis graphic organizer for 4 key charactersThis product is a great option for celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month.
Grades:
3rd - 7th
Forever Grateful: A Heartfelt Tribute to Mom and Dad on Global Day of Parents
"Forever Grateful": A Heartfelt Letter for Global Day of ParentsStep into the heartwarming world of parental love with our touching PDF letter, "Forever Grateful," specially crafted for Global Day of Parents. This heartfelt tribute recognises the unconditional love, guidance, and support of mums and dads everywhere, inviting readers of all ages to reflect on the profound impact of parental love in their lives.What's Inside?"Forever Grateful" is a beautifully crafted letter from a child to their
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Grades:
6th - 9th
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