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Middle school writing-essays homework for Microsoft Word
Civil War Research Paper
Students will research a key event or person from the Civil War time period. Students will learn about valid sources and how to write a research paper. I give students three weeks to write their papers, but only allow five class days for research and learning how to write a research paper. The Civil War is a very large topic; this paper is a great way for students to focus on individual events and people. Please feel free to modify this assignment to fit the needs of your class. I would like to
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7th - 12th
Also included in:Â American History Research Papers Collection
Writing Introduction Paragraphs - an intro with samples and practice evaluating
This worksheet provides an introduction to writing a strong introduction paragraph. It includes work on grabbing the reader's attention and stating a claim or thesis. It gives a list of grabber sentences, suggestions for important information to include in an introduction, and then ends with three sample introductions that students must rate and then justify their rating.
A great way to introduce writing introductions. The samples use ideas from the novels The Giver by Lois Lowry and others.
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6th - 9th
American History Research Papers Collection
This lesson plan packet contains six different history themed research paper topics. Each lesson plan is designed to be used individually for grades 7-12. However, each lesson can be easily modified to fit the needs of your students. The following research papers are included in this lesson plan collection.American Revolution Research PaperCivil War Research PaperWorld War II Research PaperCivil Rights Research PaperCold War Research PaperAmerican Women Research PaperStudents will research a k
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7th - 12th
MLA Citation Practice
This activity will allow your students to practice creating citations in MLA format using a variety of sources. Answer Key included on Page 2. Good for ELA, Keyboarding, or Computer Applications classes.
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6th - 10th
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MLA In-Text Citation Worksheet
Have your students correct the MLA In-Text Citations on this worksheet.
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7th - 12th
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Pen Pal permission letter
A generic/editable pen pal permission letter to send home to parents
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Transition Words & Phrases In Writing Worksheet Practice
Unlock the power of smooth, cohesive writing with this essential worksheet! If you find your students struggling with incorporating transition words or phrases, look no further.This resource features 10 carefully crafted examples where students are challenged to identify and match the appropriate transition word or phrase from a provided box.Take the stress out of assessment with the included answer sheet. Plus, this versatile worksheet comes in an editable Word document, giving you the freedom
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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World War II Research Paper
Students will research a key person or battle from the World War II time period. Students will learn about valid sources and how to write a research paper. I give students three weeks to write their papers, but only allow five class days for research and learning how to write a research paper. World War II is a very large topic; this paper is a great way for students to focus on individual people and battles. Please feel free to modify this assignment to fit the needs of your class. I would like
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7th - 12th
Also included in:Â American History Research Papers Collection
Persuasive Thesis Writing Practice
Have your students practice write persuasive, argumentative thesis statements on prompts they enjoy (Peanuts, their favorite T.V. show, their favorite band, etc.) before they start writing their big essay.
This two page worksheet helps students practice writing single-point, argumentative thesis statements with a reason. You can adjust how you want students writing their thesis statements according to your needs, but I usually give them a very formulaic way to fill out the worksheet.
For examp
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7th - 12th
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The Hobbit Final Project Ideas
Ideas for final projects after having read the Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. There are five different and unique project ideas. Each of the ideas are engaging and require critical thinking and writing. These projects can be tweaked and changed to be suitable for different age levels.
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5th - 12th
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Quote Sandwiching Practice
A worksheet for students to practice integrating quote evidence into paragraphs using the MEAL, TIQA, CEW, or similar format. Students are provided with the quote, source, and main idea/claim/topic sentence. Their goal is to introduce the quote and analyze it as support.
While not the primary goal of the worksheet, students can also practice using in-text citations and substituting parts of quotes with ellipses.
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7th - 10th
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Exploring the parts of an Argumentative Essay
Equip students with a practical understanding of argumentative essay structure using this insightful worksheet. By analyzing a well-constructed essay sample, students gain a clear visual on the fundamental elements required for a cohesive 5-paragraph argumentative (expository) essay. This resource allows students to identify crucial segments like the hook, thesis statement, arguments, counterclaims, rebuttals, and more, providing a comprehensive overview of the necessary components for a compell
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7th - 12th
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Farenheit 451 figurative language, thesis, prompt, inference
Fahrenheit 451 activities:figurative language - identify and analyzethesis- create thesis from fig language and inferences prompt - prompt for whole book and/or fig language selectionsinference - what is really happening here (based on 4 quotes)*Page numbers based on beige covered book
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8th - 12th
Topic Brainstorming Sheet (Persuasive/Research Essay, Part 1)
Choosing an essay topic is not always easy--there are so many choices to choose from.
But with the Topic Brainstorming Sheet created by Nolan's kNick-kNacks, deciding on an essay topic will be a less-daunting task.
This sheet combines two important skills that students need to learn: brainstorming and thinking ahead. It forces students to think beyond "do I like this topic?" and pushes them to decide what is most engaging for readers and most enjoyable for themselves.
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7th - 12th
Hercules Movie Guide
This questions guide can be used along side the Disney Hercules movie. The questions fall in chronological order in sequence with the movie. This essay helps guide students into a discussion on how to talk about their religion with someone who believes differently than them.
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5th - 8th
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Writing Assignments over Racism and Stereotypes (Personal Narratives)
Two different writing assignments where students choose a prompt and write about their own personal experiences with racism or stereotypes and reflect upon those experiences. I included a guide for students to use to help them organize their thoughts. I use this when reading themed passages and novels having to do with racism and stereotypes. It is in word document, so feel free to change the prompts and guided sentence stems as you see fit:)Thank you.
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5th - 12th
5 Paragraph Essay - AUTOBIOGRAPHY
Great way to assist students in a 5 paragraph essayGreat for ELL and SPED students as well as students who need scaffolding. Independent work that lasts several days.Day 1 - 2-3 paragraphsDay 2 - Complete and reviseDay 3 - rewrite in cursive and type
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Thesis Statement Worksheet (Persuasive/Research Essay, Part 5)
Thesis statements are the driving force of an essay, so they are incredibly important. Unfortunately, many students have trouble constructing a strong thesis statement that will hold an entire essay together.
This worksheet from Nolan's kNick-kNacks will assist students in constructing a basic thesis statement with the necessary ingredients to be strong and important. Now the task of creating a thesis statement will be easier and less daunting than ever before!
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7th - 12th
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The Westing Game Essay Prompt Pack
This is a pack of 12 essay prompts to be used throughout the reading of The Westing Game. I require 3 paragraphs of my middle school students and we write one essay each week. Since I require 3 paragraphs, I include with my prompts paragraph starters or outlines to get them started.
The prompts require the students to show their understanding of the reading, connect some aspect of the story to their own life and make some sort of judgement.
Topics for The Westing Game essays include:
Family R
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6th - 9th
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Varying Sentences by Changing Beginnings
For struggling writers, this worksheet gives examples and exercises for varying sentence types by simply moving words and phrases to the beginning. There is also a short, choppy paragraph about Odysseus for them to fix by using the skills taught on page 1.
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5th - 12th
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Research Paper Organizer: Help Get Started with Research & Developing a Thesis
I always have students that get overwhelmed with where to begin when assigned a research paper. I came up with this method a few years ago and it works well. I have the students fill-out this sheet to give them ideas to help them research properly. They write down what they know, key terms, and more! It really helps them get started and helps you address questions they are having in a more direct way.Great for expository writing and argumentative essays.Follow Learning the Social Sciences on
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Expository Writing, Thesis Statements, & Researching PowerPoint Bundle
Argumentative/Persuasive Writing: Pancakes Vs. Waffles!
This simple but effective writing packet features an organizer, an outline, and a final draft paper for an argumentative essay on waffles vs. pancakes. The pancakes vs. waffles debate is old as time itself, and with this packet your students will be able to engage in argumentative/persuasive writing in a fun way but informative manner. My students loved it and I know that your students will too!
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4th - 9th
Cause-and-Effect Essay Outline
This is an outline for cause-and-effect essay. To be used in the middle school classroom. Includes introduction, explanation of cause, explanation of effects, and conclusion.
Grades:
6th - 8th
Cold War Research Paper
Every year I have my students research a key event or person from the Cold War. My students learn about valid sources and how to write a research paper. I give students three weeks to write their papers, but only allow five class days for research and learning how to write a research paper. The Cold War is a very large topic; this paper is a great way for students to focus on individual events and people. Please feel free to modify this assignment to fit the needs of your class. This paper ma
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Also included in:Â American History Research Papers Collection
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