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7th grade critical thinking writing-expository resources for Microsoft Publisher
Organized Paragraph Writing for Struggling Writers
I use this with my students with learning disabilities to help them write organized paragraphs. Often they are simply asked to write and don't know how to start or what to include. It keeps them on track and prevents them from rambling or adding unnecessary details.
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Grades:
2nd - 12th
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Salem Witch Trials - Medical Explanations for Hysteria
Short explanations of medical reasons that might have contributed to the hysteria that led to the Salem Witch Trials
In two column format with space for citing textual evidence from assigned readings/research.
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7th - 8th
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Maps as Text - Printing Press and Reformation
Includes 4 maps: modern Europe for reference; Europe prior to the Reformation; religious division in Europe following the Reformation; and the growth and locations of printing presses.
Questions ask students to analyze and infer, and to draw conclusions from the maps.
This should be printed in color--laminate for use year-to-year.
Grades:
7th - 9th
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6 Traits Writing Rubric
Often students do not completely understand what a rubric is assessing or how to use it when creating their original piece of writing. This rubric is student friendly and can be adapted to all different types of writing styles. It is currently formatted for Research because that is what we are currently working on in class. I have modified this rubric and used it for projects, or the kids have graded each other using it as well. ENJOY!
Grades:
3rd - 10th
PAT the prompt writing prompt breakdown
Use PAT to help students understand how to unpack a writing prompt.
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Grades:
3rd - 12th
Distance/Remote learning WEEKLY WRITING PROMPTS! INFORMATIONAL-NARRATIVE-OPINION
INFORMATIONAL-NARRATIVE-OPINION writing for the whole year! 36 weeks of fun and intentional prompts to help your students succeed!
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2nd - 8th
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Who do you trust? Autism Source Credibility
Who do you trust? This 4 page unit with non-fiction reading covers source credibility. The main focus is on Autism awareness and whether or not to trust the advice of spokespeople like Jenny McCarthy. Unit includes vocabulary, articles and S.O.A.P.S. Tone study guide.
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Paragraph Writing Template-Power Writing
Power Writing Template for PARARAPH WRITING! Can be used for Grade 1-8. Areas for Introduction, Main Ideas, Supporting Details, and a Conclusion. See attached sample.
Grades:
1st - 8th
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My Favorite Teacher - Lesson plans and student slides
I use this essay prompt to familiarize my students with the informational essay structure. The unit is great as a starter because it doesn't require any research. There are lessons to teach and also a template for students to complete their work. All lessons are through Google Slides, so they can be easily transferred to Google Classroom.This package contains the entire unit.
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Grades:
6th - 7th
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Informative Writing Rubric
This rubric is a condensed version of the CAASP rubric. The categories and bullet points align with the format on the end of the year state test.
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Grades:
6th - 12th
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Makerspace Design Thinking Process Poster
Use this poster at your makerspace or during lessons that would support this type thinking process.
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Grades:
3rd - 12th
Constitution Day Reading - Text Analysis
A week or two prior to Constitution Day, students will begin reading a variety of informational texts relating to the Constitution. I placed a variety of informational texts at student tables and in independent learning centers.
Grades:
4th - 8th
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O-Trio Virtual Interactive games
O-Trio is a great game but this is Virtual O-Trio!!! An interactive game you can play during distance learning or telehealth. Up to three players. Advanced game for higher functioning individuals. Included link to a video for the rules to game.
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4th - 12th
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Where in the World Wednesday - Ukraine (Updated 03-09-2014)
Where in the World Wednesday is a quick way to assess prior knowledge, pique students' interest in a new geographical location, teach note taking skills, encourage critical thinking, and have FUN while doing it!
There are ten clues ranging from languages spoken, ethnic groups, products exported, current events, sports, popular leaders, historical events, government, and indigenous animals.
There is also a lesson extension provided for the teacher.
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Where in the World Wednesday - Egypt
Where in the World Wednesday is a quick way to assess prior knowledge, pique students’ interest in a new geographical location, teach note taking skills, encourage critical thinking, and have FUN while doing it.
There are ten clues ranging from languages spoken, ethnicities, products and exports, current events, sports, popular leaders, tourist attractions, historical events, government, and indigenous animals. There is also a lesson extension provided for the teacher.
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Where in the World Wednesday - Planet Earth
Where in the World Wednesday is a quick way to assess prior knowledge, pique students' interest in a new geographical location, teach note taking skills, enourage critical thinking, and have FUN while doing it.
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6th - 8th
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Revising and Editing Guide for Composition Notebook
I used this for my students to include in their composition notebooks for help when revising and editing their writings.
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Where in the World - Japan
Where in the World is a quick way to assess prior knowledge, pique students' interest in a new geographical location, teach note taking skills, encourage critical thinking, and have FUN while doing it.There are ten clues ranging from languages spoken, ethnic groups, products exported, current events, sports, popular leaders, historical events, government, and indigenous animals.There is also a lesson extension provided for the teacher.
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Grades:
5th - 9th
Sentence Types Posters
Creative writing involves understanding different types of sentences. These posters describe the different types of sentences that we see in text, identifying each important component, and providing a sample sentence.
I have compiled these pages into a bound book that I use in my small groups when working on creative sentence construction. The students are able to read the description, see an example, and create their own. When they are working independently, there are extra bound books availa
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3rd - 8th
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Where in the World Wednesday - India
Where in the World Wednesday is a quick way to assess prior knowledge, pique students' interest in a new geographical location, teach note taking skills, encourage critical thinking, and have FUN while doing it.
There are ten clues ranging from languges spoken, ethnicities, products that are exported, current events, sports, popular leaders, tourist attractions, historical events, government, and indigenous animals.
There is also a lesson extension provided for the teacher.
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Where in the World Wednesday - South Korea
Where in the World Wednesday is a quick way to assess prior knowledge, pique students' interest in a new geographical location, teach note taking skills, encourage critical thinking, and have FUN while doing it.
There are ten clues ranging from languages spoken, ethnicities, products exported, current events, sports, popular leaders, tourist attractions, historical events, government and indigenous animals.
There is also a lesson extension provided for the teacher.
Grades:
6th - 8th
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Greek and Latin Root Words
Get your students thinking about Greek and Latin roots to help broaden their awareness of new vocabulary!
Grades:
3rd - 8th
Evidence-Based Terms Poster (6-8 Common Core ELA)
This colorful poster is for giving students a reference-point for how to look for and how to record evidence from text.
Grades:
6th - 8th
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