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Short stories Common Core RL.9-10.5 movie guides
Lamb to the Slaughter: Ethos, Pathos, and Logos
*Updated 10/12/20: For each worksheet, I’ve created a png image of the worksheet and then put that image as the background in a Google Slide. The students can use all of the tools in Slides to mark their answers. The links are already set up to force students to make a copy so they each have their own version of the worksheet in their Google Drive. Copy and paste the links below to share with your students. Please don’t post these links on any websites that are not password protected. A whole ne
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8th - 12th
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5 Differentiated Plot Diagram Templates (for Any Novel, Film, or Short Story)
Recognizing plot structure is an important step in understanding and analyzing how good stories are told--whether it's a short story, a classic novel, or a film. Plot diagrams templates are a good way to help students visualize a narrative by recognizing and filling out the key components from a story. Whether you're doing a novel study, a film class, a creative writing unit, or any other lesson about storytelling, these five engaging templates serve as a valuable study tool or assessment tool f
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5th - 12th
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Monomyth Cycle (Hero's Journey) Activity Using "Piper" (2016) – Pixar Short Film
Piper (2016) is a Pixar short film that follows the journey of a young, sandpiper (bird) aptly named, Piper! This activity uses the short film as a way to engage student discussion and analysis of the Monomyth Cycle, or Hero's Journey.As of February 11, 2022, the short film is available on the Disney+ streaming service, or alternatively, you can purchase the Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 3 on Amazon, which includes Piper. It is highly recommend this short film is paired with the publicly
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Not Grade Specific
Spiral Review Daily Bell Ringers Using Short Films - Inner Workings
Have you ever referred to something that you taught earlier in the year, only to be met with blank stares? Keep learned concepts fresh with this super engaging daily spiral review bell ringer using an animated short film.Spiral Review is an effective way to reinforce previously taught concepts and ensure long-term retention. By regularly reviewing previously covered material, teachers can spot areas where students may be struggling and provide timely intervention or additional support. Animated
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6th - 8th
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The Necklace Lit Guide | Guy de Maupassant | Literary Analysis | Theme | Plot
This easy-to-use activity is simple yet effective. Here’s what your class will do:Analyze Guy de Maupassant's famous short story The NecklaceEngage with 10 high-level, short answer questionsExplore setting, character development, symbolism, foreshadowing, and ironyIdentify and interpret specific word choice and nuance in meaningInsert themselves into the narrative, make decisions and defend their opinionsDiscuss multiple interpretations of the short storyDebate how the themes of appearance vs re
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7th - 12th
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Film Study: House on Mango street vs The Sandlot
This is a film study guide to pair The House on Mango Street with The Sandlot. These two mediums display similar themes, motifs, and choices by the author/writer in order to tell a 'coming of age' story. The film is rated PG and contains no questionable material. I used this for a sophomore English class, but I believe it to be appropriate for 7th grade and up (refer to your school's guide for materials approval of the film). **This resource does not include a copy or link to the film**
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7th - 12th
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