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8th grade Common Core RL.9-10.3 scaffolded notes
Fiction Notice & Note Signposts Doodle Notes
Engage students' whole brain while teaching this fun reading strategy! Doodle notes engage verbal and visual centers in the brain which helps students retain information longer.
Notice & Note Signposts are engaging reading tools that send students on a scavenger hunt through a text to make deeper meaning. These notes would be a great way to introduce the topic to your students.
Each signpost has its own notes sheet:
- Tough Questions
- Again & Again
- Words of the Wiser
- Memory Mom
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4th - 12th
HOLES Differentiated Unit Activity Pack | Louis Sachar | Novel Companion
These three differentiated activity packs for your unit on Holes by Louis Sachar each feature 12 activities for the novel. Check out the detailed preview, which shows ONE of the booklets, a sample of the spelling, punctuation and grammar tasksIncludes:Fill in the Holes - pre-reading poetry taskImpressions of Camp Green Lake - close reading taskYellow Spotted Lizards - visualization taskA New Reptile - imaginative taskStanley's Letter Home - planning and writing taskFiguratively Speaking - figura
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6th - 9th
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Differentiated Character Hexagonal Thinking Diagram Templates for Any Book
Coach your students through discussion and note-taking for the characters of any novel, short story or play, and then instruct them in the creation of a hexagonal thinking diagram by matching the sides, drawing links between characters and explaining their reasons.This product is also included in my Middle School Combo BUNDLE and my High School Combo BUNDLE.Allow more able students to work independently on the hexagon diagram pieces.Now includes three differentiated versions - one baseline, one
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8th - 11th
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Ancient Lit Epic of Gilgamesh Mini-Unit w/ Reading Comprehension & Activities
Teaching ancient epics can be a really exciting time in a high school classroom with the potential for blowing minds. This mini-unit is great for a one week splash into "The Epic of Gilgamesh" and leaves students with an understanding of the history, major themes of the text, and an appreciation for cuneiform.This resource includes:- 3 different quick writes that can be used for warm-ups, exit tickets, and homework-Slideshow covering general background of Gilgamesh, Mesopotamia, language, religi
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8th - 12th
Romeo & Juliet Hexagonal Thinking Diagram | Character, Theme, Context, Motif
Create hexagonal thinking diagrams for Shakespeare's play Romeo and Juliet by matching the sides and explaining the connections! 116 hexagon pieces provided to choose from - simply print, cut and go.Students draw links between characters, themes, motifs, symbols, context and devices. Each hexagon piece has the information and a visual prompt clearly displayed. Fast finishers can color or embellish their hexagons!UPDATE: Now includes duplicate pages allowing for spellings of Friar Laurence or Fri
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Romeo & Juliet BUNDLE of Creative ELA Activities to Study Shakespeare
Editable ANY TEXT Hexagonal Thinking Diagram | Character, Theme, Context, Motif
Create hexagonal thinking diagrams for any studied text - novel, short story, play, or even movie - by adding the details to these editable hexagon pieces! Simply edit, print, cut and go.This product is also included in my Middle School Combo BUNDLE and my High School Combo BUNDLE. Students draw links between characters, themes, context, motifs, symbols, devices and quotations by matching the sides and explaining the connections. Spare blank hexagons included for you to create your own elements.
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Gifted and Talented ELA BUNDLE | Ambitious Reading, Writing and Analysis
PEEL RACES Prompts & 198 Posters with Literary Analysis Sentence Starters
Support your students to write about literature and language with these PEEL and RACES grids, filled with sentence starters to help them write in detail. This product is also included in my Middle School Combo BUNDLE and my High School Combo BUNDLE.Includes two grids and 198 posters with the sentence starters for you to decorate your room with the prompts and language!Take their main PointBack it with EvidenceExplain their thoughtsLink them back to the original questionor...Restate the questionA
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Romeo & Juliet BUNDLE of Creative ELA Activities to Study Shakespeare
Point of View and the Unreliable Narrator
This is notes teaching point of view/perspective in narrative writing with a focus on unreliable narrators. Students are given the signs to look for in a text that the person may not be telling an accurate version of events. At the end of the notes, students are given a journal opportunity to process their notes and apply them in their writing. In my classroom, I use this with the story "Charles" by Shirley Jackson where students annotate and look for the signs listed in the notes.
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8th - 12th
The Great Gatsby Hexagonal Thinking Diagram for Character, Theme, Context, Motif
Create hexagonal thinking diagrams for Fitzgerald's novel The Great Gatsby by matching the sides and explaining the connections! 42 hexagon pieces provided in multiple sizes - simply print, cut and go.Students draw links between characters, themes, motifs, symbols, context and devices. Each hexagon piece has the information and a visual prompt clearly displayed. Fast finishers can color or embellish their hexagons!UPDATE: Now includes printable reverse sides for taking notes, and giant single-pa
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8th - 11th
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Growing *MEGA-LITERATURE BUNDLE!* Cornell Notes, Graphic Orgs., MS/HS!
Everything you need to teach Reading: Literature across grades 6-12!Most products in this bundle come with their own lesson plans, answer keys, digital and printable PDF and DOCX versions, and are in both A4 and letter sizes, but if you need anything, let me know!Added 9/1/2023: “Literary Crash Course” one-pager—only available in my bundles! It was a super-useful way to help students review for unit tests and big exams related to literature. It includes nearly all relevant terms: plot structure,
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7th - 12th
Elements of a Story | Short Story Introduction
Break down the story elements with this great resource! These notes cover everything students need to know about the story elements. Great for short story units! In addition to the presentation, there are scaffolded notes for students and completed notes for teachers.Literary Terms Covered: - Plot - Setting (Location & Time) - Mood - Points of View (Five major types) - Characters (All different types) - Conflict (Types and kinds) - ThemeLooking for some short story units with minimal prep?
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7th - 12th
BUNDLE: Odyssey Books 9 & 12 Guided Reading-HS English Low-High Level Readers
Explore "The Odyssey" with our bundle of close reading assignments, each focusing on key passages from Homer's epic. Included in this bundle:Close Reading: The Cicones PassageClose Reading: The Lotus Eaters PassageClose Reading: The Cyclops PassageClose Reading: The Sirens PassageThese assignments guide students through the text with color-coded annotations and questions. They're designed for flexibility in lesson planning and cater to learners of all levels. Enhance your classroom resources wit
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7th - 12th
Of Mice & Men Hexagonal Thinking Diagram | Character, Theme, Context, Motif
Create hexagonal thinking diagrams for Steinbeck's novel Of Mice and Men by matching the sides and explaining the connections! 35 hexagon pieces provided - simply print, cut and go.Students draw links between characters, themes, motifs, symbols, context and devices. Each hexagon piece has the information and a visual prompt clearly displayed. Fast finishers can color or embellish their hexagons!UPDATE: Repeated word typo fixed.Want the editable version for any text? Check out Editable ANY TEXT H
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8th - 11th
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Homer's The Iliad Character Analysis Worksheets & Graphic Organizers Part Two
Homer's The Iliad Character Analysis | Worksheets & Graphic Organizers | Part TwoThis resource is tailored to enhance your students' comprehension and engagement with Homer's timeless tale of heroism, honor, and the complexities of human nature.If you're short for time or need a quick fix for teaching "The Iliad", this is a great resource. Print or post and teach and enjoy reading Homer's masterpiece alongside your students, as they carry out this student-centred, interactive activity. This
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7th - 12th
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Homer's The Iliad Character Analysis Worksheets & Graphic Organizers
Homer's The Iliad Character Analysis | Worksheets & Graphic OrganizersThis resource is tailored to enhance your students' comprehension and engagement with Homer's timeless tale of heroism, honor, and the complexities of human nature.If you're short for time or need a quick fix for teaching "The Iliad", this is a great resource. Print or post and teach and enjoy reading Homer's masterpiece alongside your students, as they carry out this student-centred, interactive activity. This is ideal if
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7th - 12th
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Hatchet Novel Hexagonal Thinking Diagram | Character, Theme, Context, Motif
Create hexagonal thinking diagrams for Gary Paulsen's much-loved novel Hatchet by matching the sides and explaining the connections! 44 pre-made hexagon pieces provided - simply print, cut and go.Want to add extra hexagons, set your own selections, or ask students to create their own hexagon set? An editable full set of slides is also provided.Students draw links between characters, themes, motifs, symbols, context, formats and devices. Each hexagon piece has the information and a visual prompt
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6th - 9th
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CHARACTER ANALYSIS: An Active Reading Strategy
CHARACTER ANALYSIS - GRAPHIC ORGANIZERAnalyzing characters is a critical skill that enables students to determine character motivation, author purpose, conflict within a story's plot, and the impact of symbolism on a character. The character analysis organizer provides a powerful structure that guides close and active reading and helps students focus on the information required for analyzing characters. CHARACTER ANALYSIS ORGANIZER - FEATURES✅ Use with any novelWant to analyze characters from mo
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7th - 12th
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The Crucible Notes (Book and 1996 Film)
This is a complete set of detailed notes for a study of The Crucible using the book and the 1996 film. The notes include plot details and overarching ideas for each act. Teachers can read through these notes prior to teaching the novel and they can also be used as an accommodation for Special Education students. Great for home instruction as well.
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6th - 12th
Fahrenheit 451 Part 3 Burning Bright Conspiracy Theories Writing Project
Need a fun activity for Fahrenheit 451? How about a chance for students to practice making claims and supporting them with evidence, all while ensuring reading comprehension along the way? Try these worksheets — four pages of fun, engaging material that supports students understanding of the text while encouraging them to think outside the box. TEXT NEEDED: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray BradburyPRACTICE WITH: Finding supporting evidence, making claims, formulating arguments, writing argumentative paragr
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7th - 12th
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Close Reading: The Pedestrian by Ray Bradbury
TEXT NEEDED: "The Pedestrian" by Ray BradburyPRACTICE WITH: Setting, atmosphere, plot, imagery, visual imagery, auditory imagery, olfactory imagery, tactile imagery, and gustatory imagery (Key terms provided with definitions).INCLUDED:Four-page worksheet - close reading of "The Pedestrian"Embedded link to "The Pedestrian" (QR Code)Teacher guide for 5 days worth of lessons (BUY QUIZ HERE)Included is one worksheet of four pages intended for use in high school English classes. Students will not nee
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7th - 10th
Romeo and Juliet Scene by Scene Guided Notes with BONUS Reflection Questions
Enhance your students' understanding and engagement with Shakespeare's timeless classic, Romeo and Juliet, using these comprehensive Scene-by-Scene Guided Notes!These guided notes are meticulously crafted to facilitate active reading, critical thinking, and meaningful discussions in your classroom. Each scene is accompanied by thought-provoking prompts and questions that prompt students to analyze key themes, characters, literary devices, and dramatic techniques employed by Shakespeare.Features:
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8th - 12th
Elements of Plot Foldable
A QUICK AND EASY PRODUCT!This is a quick, easy elements of plot foldable to use during literature units. Uses:* Help students identify the parts of plot and provide each of their definitions. * Enhances active learning and recall of important aspects of the story as students read a story and fill in the key points in the foldable. * Highly interactive and great for use in interactive notebooks, fitting easily in all size composition notebooks!* A positive alternative to creating a plot diagram!
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3rd - 9th
Romeo & Juliet Act 1 - Quote Analysis & Figurative Language Charts
There are so many important quotes in Act 1 of Romeo and Juliet. I've created charts for act 1 for character identification and figurative language. These charts will foster discussion of characters, plot, figurative language, and conflict within act 1. Answers are also provided.
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Romeo & Juliet - Act 1 BUNDLE!
Gift of the Magi - Close Reading Analysis
This free product is a close reading analysis of O. Henry's short story, "Gift of the Magi." There is a teacher's instruction page, which details how I have used this document in my own classroom, specifically targeting the importance of the gradual release process and teaching students how to annotate a piece of text. A full sample annotation packet is also included.
This text lends itself to teaching students the importance of annotation targeting vocabulary, textual evidence for setting an
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8th - 10th
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