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10th grade close reading handouts for Easel
Song, Poem Paired Text Analysis Lessons - "Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou, Tupac
Literary analysis is less intimidating with these paired text analysis lesson plans for Maya Angelou's poem and Tupac's song "Still I Rise." Detailed, CCSS-aligned lesson plans integrate close reading, text-based writing, and research skills, making this digital & print resource both engaging and worthwhile. There are three lesson plans in this product that build upon each other. The timing of the activities may be adjusted to fit the needs of your classroom/students, and one “lesson” may a
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9th - 12th
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Christmas Activities Winter Holiday Parody and Satire Song Exercise
CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW. Christmas and the winter holiday season have wonderful traditions, including festive holiday songs and carols. This unique, engaging lesson plan uses favorite Winter holiday songs to facilitate students' understanding of parody and satire. Students will listen and sing along with classic holiday songs and then analyze humorous parodies/satires of those original songs. After analyzing other satires, studens will create their own parodies/satires of holiday songs to shar
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7th - 12th
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Literary Analysis Graphic Organizers: Close Reading, Thesis, Sentence Stems
Teach literary analysis with confidence! Your students will learn a successful pattern for thesis statement writing and close reading with these time-tested literary analysis graphic organizers!*******************************************************************************Here’s what you’ll receive in this resource:⇒ Students will first learn how to write a three-part analytical thesis statement with examples and non-examples (2 pages).⇒ Then, they will choose and unpack textual evidence using t
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7th - 10th
Macbeth Soliloquies - Reading Annotation & Analysis Activities, Act 1, 2, 3, 5
These analysis soliloquy activities are the perfect supplement to any Macbeth unit because they increase reading comprehension and engagement at the same time. They allow students to engage and analyze some of the most important soliloquies of the play while perfectly breaking up the monotony of reading comprehension questions and traditional textbook work. Students will be able to learn more about the characters, the play’s overall message and themes, and even hold in-depth discussions about th
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9th - 12th
Reading Comprehension | Mystery & Horror Genre | Extract Booklet | Activities
This booklet of 13 extracts from classic mystery and horror fiction is a great flexible resource for gothic fiction or Halloween units. Wide-spaced for easy annotation; you can adapt the pack to your high school students' needs.This product is also included in my High School Combo BUNDLE.Each extract is heavy in sense of place, figurative language, and genre. It is also suitable for Gifted and Talented students or Honors classes.The pack also includes activity sheets for single extracts, paired
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Halloween Reading BUNDLE of Spooky Texts and Response Activities
Paired Texts - Naming Myself and My Name - Essay Writing
Prepare students to write a literary analysis essay with this lesson. Students first complete close readings of the poem "Naming Myself" by Barbara Kingsolver and the excerpt "My Name" from The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. Then, they synthesize their understanding of the texts, consider and compare themes, and complete a prose constructed response.This resource includes the following: explicit lesson plan with identified Common Core ELA Anchor Standardsanticipation guidethink aloud
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Paired Passages and Common Core Writing Tasks 16 texts (8 lessons)
The Tell-Tale Heart: Cite Textual Evidence Print and Digital
The Tell-Tale Heart:Cite Evidence Print and Digital for Distance LearningThis is a complete lesson plan, with both a print and digital version, for citing evidence to support analysis of what the text says using Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Tell-Tale Heart.” This lesson plan on citing evidence to support analysis includes all student materials and an answer key.This lesson should ideally be a second or third read of “The Tell-Tale Heart” and students who are most familiar with the plot of the story an
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8th - 10th
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Of Mice and Men Movie Guide
This is a two page document that can be copied onto a double-sided, one page handout. There are 25 questions that move in chronological order of the movie. Students may complete the questions on this paper in short answer form. This resource may be used during the movie to keep students engaged, or it may be used as a quiz after the movie ends. No answer key is included as answers will vary. <<<<< <<<<< <<<<< I LOVE FEEDBACK. IF YOU FIND VALUE IN THIS
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9th - 12th
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Tell-Tale Heart by Poe. Adapted Close Read Halloween Fun. ESL Beginner Unit.
This bright, colorful and fun adapted text version of The Tell-Tale Heart makes Poe's classic accessible to ESL and ENL beginners and newcomers. The unit includes 5-days of lesson plans, based around an initial and then close read of the text. Please open up the preview for details to make sure the text is right for your classroom -- it will be a challenge for your ELLs, but hopefully worth it.It is easily set up for DISTANCE LEARNING on TPT Digital, shared via Google Classroom. The PDF also pri
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Rhetorical Analysis Graphic Organizer for Any Nonfiction Speech or Text
This simple graphic organizer for introducing students to rhetorical analysis is perfect for analyzing rhetorical appeals in any nonfiction text or speech. This resource is included in AP English Language and Composition Unit 2 as well as the Rhetorical Analysis Big Bundle.This graphic organizer will help students move from analysis to writing. After reading and analyzing how the author constructs his or her argument, students will identify the speaker, purpose and audience of the text, and reco
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9th - 12th
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Confucianism, Taoism, and Legalism
Students will read and answer text dependent questions about the 3 philosophies that influenced Chinese culture; Confucianism, Taoism, and Legalism. They will also do close reads and use question starters from Bloom's taxonomy to write three different leveled questions about the influence of these philosophies on China.
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6th - 12th
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Printable Booklet of 9 Sports Themed Fiction Extracts and Activities
This booklet of nine extracts from classic fiction is a great flexible resource for sports fiction or units to engage students with sporting interests. This product is also included in my Middle School Combo BUNDLE and my High School Combo BUNDLE.Wide-spaced for easy annotation and including activity sheets for single extracts, paired extracts and multiple extracts, you can adapt the pack to your high school students' needs.Each extract is heavy in description and can be differentiated towards G
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8th - 11th
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Diversity and Inclusion TED Talks Choice Board & Comprehension Questions
This diversity lesson will jump-start student critical thinking about diversity & inclusion in society. Add these TED talk comprehension, close reading, and response questions for nine different TED talks to your English classroom! With a blend of comprehension, analysis, and response questions, with multiple choice and short answer formats, you can help students to be accurate and perceptive, analytical, and connected audience members. Complete with detailed answer keys, this no-prep resour
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8th - 11th
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Poem and Song Lyric Analysis - Paired Texts Lesson Plans for High School English
Make text analysis less intimidating with these detailed, CCSS-aligned lesson plans high school English teachers are loving! Paired texts lessons (William Ernest Henley's poem "Invictus" and Imagine Dragons' song "Whatever it Takes") integrate close reading, text-based writing, speaking, listening, and research skills, making this resource both engaging and worthwhile. *Due to copyright, only the text of "Invictus" is provided in this resource. I have linked to the other texts which are readily
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8th - 11th
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The Other Wife by Colette for AP Lit (Distance Learning)
"The Other Wife" is a quick short story that students love to discuss. There are so many levels to the story. It is perfect for discussion of characterization, details and contrasting characters. Additionally, the dual meaning of femme (woman or wife) in French leads to great discussions about diction and the title. The activities and questions are designed to align with the AP Literature and Composition Short Story Unit II.This product includesfull text of the storycharacterization graphic orga
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10th - 12th
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Also included in: AP Literature Full Short Story Bundle
Paired Texts - The Man He Killed and The Sniper - Essay Writing
In this lesson, students complete close readings of Thomas Hardy's poem "The Man He Killed" and Liam O'Flaherty's story "The Sniper." Then, they synthesize their understanding of the readings, compare themes, and write a short literary analysis essay.In addition to the printable lesson, this resource may be used for distance learning with EASEL by TpT.The 24-page resource includes the following:-explicit lesson plan with identified Common Core ELA Anchor Standards-anticipation guide-contextual
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8th - 12th
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A RAISIN IN THE SUN Reading and Discussion Questions for Act 2
Ensure your high school ELA students' understanding of Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun with this engaging reading and discussion guide for Act 2. A classic American drama, relevant and engaging to today’s students, A Raisin in the Sun addresses universal themes such as the American Dream, poverty, gender roles, and racism, the play commands a prominent place on high school reading lists. These comprehension and analysis questions guide students through reading and discussion of Act 2
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: A Raisin in the Sun - Complete Unit - No-Prep
Sonnets: Notes on Form
This is a set of print-and-go notes on Sonnets. There is one page of guided notes which can be used to pull the essential elements from Thomas C. Foster's chapter “If It's Square It's a Sonnet” (from How to Read Poetry Like a Professor or the first edition of How to Read Literature Like a Professor) or can be used with lecture notes. It is not necessary to have access to Foster's text to use this lesson. Students can then practice sonnet analysis on two sonnets.This is part of a Sonnets Mini
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10th - 12th
World War II: Causes, Allied and Axis Powers, Bombing of Pearl Harbor
Students will learn about the causes of WWII, identify Axis and Allied European powers on a map, read about Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor and analyze primary sources. Memoirs from an American seaman aboard the U.S.S. Arizona, and a Japanese bomber pilot recollecting December 7, 1941 are also included.There are close reads, critical thinking, and compare and contrast activities.
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4th - 12th
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Also included in: World War II Bundle
Hamlet Act 4 Scaffolded Activity | 3 Levels of Close Reading Activities
This breakout activity analyzing the meaning and significance of Ophelia's lines in Act IV provides three levels of learning. The activities could be combined in an effort of differentiation or completed one after another to increase comprehension. The three levels include: Close Reading - 10 multiple choice and short answer questions based on a close reading of the Ophelia and Laertes' lines, building on comprehension, allusions, and context. Informational Text Close Reading - This enhancement
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10th - 12th
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Also included in: Shakespeare Bundle - Full Unit or Supplementary Lessons for Grades 9-12
Symbolism Anchor Charts for High School English
These are notebook-sized 8 1/2 x 11 anchor charts that can be used in any high school English class to introduce or review the concept of symbolism. They go into depth about the definition of symbols in literature, the types of symbolism in literature, the difference between imagery and symbolism and allegory and symbolism.This product includes:3 anchor charts:The Definition of Symbolism & Literary SymbolismThe Types of Literary SymbolismSymbolism vs. Imagery / Symbolism vs. Allegory8 Task
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: AP Literature Full Short Story Bundle
Point of View in Literature Definition
This package includes five 8.5x11 point of view anchor charts to use in high school English classes when teaching or reviewing point of view in literature definitions. These are specifically designed to go into the great depth that is required of AP Literature students however, these are accessible to all students. The task cards can be used for stations, discussion starters or jigsaw groups.This product includes:5 anchor charts:Point of View vs. PerspectivePoint of View--first and third and t
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: AP Literature Full Short Story Bundle
Paired Texts Song Lyric Analysis Close Reading Lesson Plans - High School ELA
Engage students with song lyric analysis in paired texts: Carrie Underwood's "Cry Pretty" and Macklemore & Ryan Lewis' "Growing Up." Detailed, CCSS-aligned plans integrate close reading of song lyrics, text-dependent-analysis, writing, speaking, listening, and inquiry skills, making this comprehensive resource both engaging and worthwhile. There are 3 lesson plans in this product that build upon each other. Each lesson plan has an opener, writer’s notebook activity, and opportunity for textu
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8th - 11th
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Flowers for Algernon: Character Chart
Character's grow and evolve as a story progresses. These changes are most evident in how characters interact with one another. This chart helps students analyze how and at what point in the story Charlie's relationship changes with the other characters. Includes student handout and teacher resource with possible student responses.❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀ ❀Related Resources:⤷Want to help your students have an even deeper understanding of the short story? Guide them through the st
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Flowers for Algernon: A Critical Analysis BUNDLE
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