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7th grade ELA test prep projects for parents
Design Your Own Video Game (Writing Project)
It’s a given, students love video games. What students may not know is that a successful video game has many elements of literature: a good plot line, interesting characters, a clear, define problem and an eventual solution. In this resource students will be asked to design their own video game. Even if they are not a gamer, they will still have success. Students will create a name and cover design for their video game and product description. Included in this resource: ** Brainstorming Page **
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3rd - 7th
Research Project: Outline Organization and Essay Writing: Teen Issues
Self-guided research packet and Google Doc. Perfect for Google Classroom or distance learning!Research and the Research Essay Process is a vital skill for any student in order to be successful through school and beyond. It covers multiple standards and is time consuming to design organization materials and to teach explicitly. NOT ANY MORE!This packet takes students step by step through the research and writing process in 10-15 days (depending on student skill level and in class work time availa
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5th - 10th
ELA Vocabulary Poster Project - Elements of Literature, Poetry, and Drama
This poster project is a great way to introduce elements of literature, poetry, and drama. Creative academic vocabulary activities help your students connect quickly to terms they’ll see throughout the school year. You can even use these vocabulary posters as classroom décor as a constant reference.Students create a poster with a definition and example of one vocabulary term. You can distribute these so that all of the terms are covered.Three sets of vocabulary activities: ✅ Elements of literatu
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7th - 10th
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Grammar Video Project: Students Teach Their Peers!
We learn by DOING and by TEACHING others. Transform your grammar instruction by putting STUDENTS in the role of teacher!In this project, student groups collaborate to design and record their own SHORT videos (1-5 minutes) teaching one focused grammar concept to their peers. The project can take place in as little as one week, depending on how much class time you give and your available technology.Once made, these videos can:• be played in class (followed by your instruction/lesson)• be played in
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Grammar Projects Bundle: Creative Activities for Secondary ELA
Grammar Unit One: What is a Sentence?
The purpose of this series of workbooks is to make a better writer. Grammar, taught in isolation, does not improve writing skills. Grammar taught with skills connected to application can and will dramatically improve a student�s abilities in writing. Each workbook is easy to use with lessons that walk the student through the skill to an independent application level.
Unit One: What Is A Sentence?
Students will learn to identify a correct sentence and be able to
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4th - 8th
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Persuasive Writing Graphic Organizers, Checklists & More
Persuasive Writing - This 30-page packet of guided instructions, templates, graphic organizers, and exemplars leads students through the process of writing a persuasive essay with no teacher assistance. Includes Google Doc link for Google Classroom activity. Perfect for distance learning!Worksheets can be used with a topic of your choice / student choice OR you can use a topic I've had success with in the past. .Zip includes PDF, editable .docx and Google Doc link of 30-page presuasive writing p
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5th - 10th
iReady Contest ~ AWARD ~ Motivates Students Math and Reading! Editable!
Don’t you just hate it when you finally get the hang of a reading or math program and your district (or admin) decide it’s time to start using something new. When that happened at my school, we were told to “trust the process”… The only problem is that while the process is going on, we’re in the trenches having to figure out how to make it work.It took me a while to get the hang of iReady, but I can FINALLY say that I have figured out a system that’s been working for me and my kiddos! I send th
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PreK - 8th
Argumentative Essay Writing Middle School Challenge Activity Printable
Reviewing argumentative essay writing can be challenging but this engaging and interactive challenge activity will break it down and make it fun!Students are given a prompt, texts, and a checklist to write an essay. Each successfully completed step from the checklist earns a puzzle piece. On the appointed day, students are awarded whatever their puzzle shows that they earned!What's included:✅ A Challenge for embedded counterclaims✅ A Challenge for separate counterclaim paragraphs (These 2 chal
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5th - 8th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Argumentative Essay Writing BIG BUNDLE for Embedded Counterclaims
Cause and Effect Essay - Informative Essay Packet
This project packet includes a prompt, high-interest passage set... and so much more! I use it to guide students through entire process of writing an informative / explanatory text-based essay. A complete resource, it covers everything from analyzing the prompt to revising and peer-editing. Here's what you get with it:• Sample Essay with guided questions,• Writing Prompt and Passage Set (3 high-interest articles),• Graphic organizers for note-taking and essay-planning,• Reference tools: Cause
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5th - 8th
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2 Foldable Projects: Tackling Text Structures & Supporting the CCCS
Text Structure Foldable Project Set
Text Structures Addressed: Compare/Contrast**Cause/Effect**Problem/Solution**Sequence**Description**
✔Project 1 Focus: Students use multiple books to identify the various text structures. They also make connections between the text structures and their own life.
✔Project 2 Focus: Students select a topic and use their knowledge of text structures to collect, research and present information (briefly touches on text features as well)
**THIS PACKET IS AIMED AT
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3rd - 8th
7th Grade Reading Diagnostic Assessment (CCSS / TEKS) Reading level test
This is a diagnostic reading assessment appropriate for use with 7th grade aged children. It is aligned to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and to the required reading skills identified by the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). The assessment includes reading and response tasks based on reading literature, reading informational texts, and reading argumentative or persuasive texts. Moving beyond skills taught in the lower grades, this assessment emphasizes more complex comprehensi
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6th - 8th
Sixth (6th) Grade Reading Diagnostic Assessment (CCSS / TEKS) Reading level test
This is a diagnostic reading assessment appropriate for use with sixth grade aged children. It is aligned to the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and to the required reading skills identified by the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). The assessment includes reading and response tasks based on reading literature, reading informational texts, and reading argumentative or persuasive texts. Moving beyond skills taught in the lower grades, this assessment emphasizes more complex comprehen
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5th - 7th
Robots and Society Research Project and CER Writing Activity for STEM
With the advancement of technology, robots are playing an increasingly important role in our society. Give your students a chance to take part in this timely debate and explore the impact of robots on human society. Students will gather information from text and video sources. Then they will craft an argumentative essay using the CER format.Get all the Intro to Robotics resources here and SAVE!The lesson meets science, reading, and writing standards. Students begin by gathering evidence from a v
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7th - 9th
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Guided Reading with Bloom's Taxonomy
Common Core Aligned- These questions reflect the levels of the NEW REVISED Bloom's Taxonomy. These cards can be used in Guided Reading Time, Whole Group or as independent work.(I use draw them out of different bags/my teaching partner put them on popsicle sticks) A parent guide is enclosed with a front cover, letter to parents, explanation of which each level encompasses as well as Bloom's questions for each Level of Thinking.
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72 Higher Level Thinking Questioning Cards (12 for
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PreK - 12th
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R.A.C.E.S. Strategy Bookmark
Help your students understand the five distinct sections of a constructed response paragraph.
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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The English Tenses in Sketchnotes - Growing Bundle
English tenses worksheets with sketchnotes. A creative way of learning the English tenses - especially for English as a Second Language learners. Engages students and offers an alternative / additional way of teaching grammar.---Part of the English Tenses in Sketchnotes Bundle that includes:Past Simple / Simple Past - Tenses SketchnotesPresent Simple / Simple Present - Tenses SketchnotesPresent Progressive / Continuous - ESL Tenses in SketchnotesPresent Perfect - ESL English Tenses in Sketchnote
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4th - 9th
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The Tiger Rising - 34 page Reading Response Packet
This packet can be used for an intermediate level classroom. I have used it for Guided Reading & adapted Lit. Circles. The students read about 5 chapters (they are short) a week & respond in the packet. They discuss/read together and then paraphrase their own answers separately in the packet. I meet with each group 1-3 times per week to check for comprehension using the packet. It allows for focused comprehension and is a great assessment tool! The kids also love taking it home, showing
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4th - 7th
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The Summer Saddle: Writing Edition
Summer Saddle Writing Edition: Grades 6-8Howdy Partner! Saddle up for a summer of rootin' tootin' good writing with the Summer Saddle Writing Edition by Cowboy Calligraphy! This action-packed program, designed specifically for middle school wranglers (grades 6-8), keeps your young buckaroo's writin' skills sharp all summer long, while you kick back and enjoy some well-deserved peace and quiet.What's inside the Summer Saddle Writing Edition?Interactive Activities & Digital Notes: No more du
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6th - 8th
No Prep Theme Essay Mini-Unit: Slideshow and All Resources Included
NO PREP! Ready to use as soon as you download.This is a complete mini unit on comparing theme in a poem and a short story. It includes all resources necessary to teach the skill and guide students in responding to an essay prompt which asks students to analyze the development of the theme in two different texts. The poem used is "Love That Boy" and the story used is "Sometimes a Dream Needs a Push" (Both by Walter Dean Meyers).The 16 slide lesson presentation walks you step by step through the p
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7th - 10th
8th Grade English ELA Lessons in PowerPoint Slides for FULL YEAR (42 Weeks)
This resource contains a FULL YEAR (42 weeks) of detailed 8th Grade ELA lessons in PowerPoint addressing the following core texts: Homecoming, The Witch of Blackbird Pond, A Single Shard, and The Princess Bride. These lessons for an entire year in PowerPoint are designed to be paired with my resource "8th Grade English ELA Lesson Plan Bundle (Entire Year - 42 Weeks)." These lessons likewise address all of the Grade 8 ELA Common Core standards in ways that promote critical thinking, text-to-world
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6th - 9th
50+ Great Ideas For Use After State Testing
Do you have several days or even weeks of time to fill after state testing but before school ends? Here are 50+ great ideas to use with your middle and high school students.
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6th - 12th
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Reading Literature (RL) Quick Assessments
Introducing Our Exciting RL Standard Quick Assessments! Are you ready to take your students on an exhilarating journey through the world of literature? Look no further! Our RL Standard Quick Assessments are here to ignite their passion for reading and challenge their literary prowess like never before! Fast-Paced and Rigorous: Get ready for a high-octane ride through the depths of literary analysis! These quick assessments are designed to push students to their limits, with rigorous questions t
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6th - 9th
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Finding Figurative Language in Song Lyrics Project with Scoring
Inspire your students' love for literature and music with this delightful project, where they embark on a captivating journey of analyzing songs for figurative language and poetic devices. In this student-centered activity, learners get the freedom to choose a song they adore, and then they explore the rich world of literary elements woven within the lyrics. To add an artistic touch, students are encouraged to express their creativity by designing a personalized album cover that complements thei
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5th - 9th
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FANBOYS Chant Video & Lyrics by Learn to the Beat with Rita Malone
Ready to turn grammar into a fun and memorable adventure for your students? ✨ Unlock the power of language with our captivating FANBOYS Chant! Join the ranks of teachers revolutionizing their classrooms with this catchy, educational tool. Say goodbye to forgettable grammar lessons and hello to a world where 'For, And, Nor, But, Or, Yet, So' become unforgettable friends. But that's not all! Mrs. Rita Malone will also give a demonstration of how to say the chant using hand movements that will h
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3rd - 12th
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