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7th grade english language arts resources for GATE $5-10
Greek and Latin Roots Activity Pennant ✏️ 4th Grade 5th Grade Creative
Enhance your students' vocabulary with a creative and engaging Greek and Latin Roots Pennant Activity! In this hands-on morphology activity, students become active participants in their learning process. Students add words, definitions, or visuals to create their own unique representation of these 60 roots. Why learn root words?Root words are useful for strengthening vocabulary.They can help understand language (including when learning many foreign languages) and build reading skills.Roots are i
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education
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Lunar New Year 2024 | Year of the DRAGON Reading Comprehension | Spring Festival
Chinese New Year in 2024 starts on Saturday, February 10th!It’s the Year of the DRAGON!Did you know that the Chinese believe that people born in the Year of the DRAGON are strong, tenacious, and ambitious? Do you know what the lucky colors and numbers are for people born during the Year of the DRAGON?Find out more by close-reading interesting text all about the Year of the DRAGON.Create a Cool DRAGON Collage, perfect for a 2024 Year of the DRAGON Bulletin Board!*** This resource has been updated
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4th - 7th
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Abandoned Places - Creative Writing Activity from Nonfiction (print + digital)
In this creative writing activity, students draw inspiration from a nonfiction article about ten real-world abandoned places! Students choose one as a setting for a piece of Flash Fiction. This is a great reading comprehension and creative writing activity for even the most reluctant readers! ✅ Nonfiction reading comprehension✅ Vocabulary in context✅ Differentiated creative writing activitiesYour Creative Writing from Nonfiction resource includes:Nonfiction reading about ten abandoned places (in
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7th - 10th
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Depth and Complexity Teaching Critical Thinking Using Fairytales
Teach your students how to explore content with depth and complexity.Here it is, a complete and ready-to-use resource for teaching all 11 elements (Big Ideas, Rules, Trends, Patterns, Language of the Discipline, Ethics, Relationships Over Time, Details, Unanswered Questions, Across Disciplines, and Multiple Perspectives) of critical thinking.! Your students will explore of these elements by applying them to familiar stories, such as “Cinderella”, “The Emperor’s New Clothes”, “Goldilocks and the
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Mega Bundle
GENIUS HOUR Unit Plans {Google Slides + Docs}
INCLUDES:Teacher Guide PDFGoogle Slideshow Introduction with links, videos, student examplesExample Project Timeline/Planning GuideGoogle Docs Student Proposal FormGoogle Docs Student Accountability LogPrintable Note Taker OptionsGoogle Docs Student Notes Taker - 2 ColumnGoogle Docs Student Notes Taker - 3 ColumnGoogle Docs Notes Taker ExampleGoogle Docs Notes Taker Heading IdeasGoogle Docs Student Format TrackerGoogle Slides Progress TrackerGoogle Docs Student ReflectionGoogle Docs Rubric+ You
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3rd - 8th
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Also included in: Enrichment Activity Growing Bundle
Reading Genres Mini-Unit | Genre Posters, Activities, Worksheets, & Quiz
Looking to spice up your review of the different reading genres? Look no further! This engaging bundle packs a punch with genre posters, doodle notes, and genre activities like riddles, book sorts, scavenger hunts, and more! From dull to delightful, this mini-unit will make learning about book genres both engaging and effective!✔ Check out the preview for more information!Unveil a world of possibilities for your students this year by developing their understanding of literary genres. It's the cr
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5th - 7th
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YOU TEACH THE CLASS STUDENT PRESENTATION Any Topic Independent Project NO PREP
This easy-to-follow, NO PREP, FULLY-EDITABLE resource gives you everything you need to have your students do a TEACH THE CLASS LESSON PLAN AND PRESENTATION! Simply print out the Student Packet, post the PowerPoint with directions, and GO! This is an excellent presentation option for Genius Hour, Passion Projects, Independent Projects...or any other research project! It includes the following 5 FULLY EDITABLE pages and EDITABLE PowerPoint:Page 1: Student Information PagePage 2: Lesson Plan Planni
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3rd - 12th
The Arrival by Shaun Tan -- 100+ Page Unit and Teacher's Guide GATE
Yes, we can teach reading, writing, speaking and listening, and critical thinking skills using this amazing graphic novel which has no “words!” It’s a journey about who we are, where we have come from, and the humanity we share. It’s about hope and love and understanding. At times powerful, at times breathtakingly beautiful . . . Shaun Tan’s The Arrival should be on every bookshelf in every classroom.This 100+ page teaching guide and unit has been developed over the past three years in my adv
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5th - 12th
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A Midsummer Night's Dream - Shakespeare in 30 (abridged Shakespeare)
This version of A Midsummer Night’s Dream is part of my Shakespeare in 30 collection. Each abridged Shakespeare play in this series has been adapted for teens to tackle in a half an hour. This abridged AMND is perfect for ELA, ESL, and Shakespeare camps. This abridged Shakespeare play has been used with:✅ Reader’s Theatre (1-2 class periods)✅ Staged Readings (1 week)✅ Full production (3-4 weeks) The Shakespeare in 30 collection is perfect for students in grades 6-12 studying William Shakespeare.
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Abridged Shakespeare - 8 Play Bundle - Shakespeare in 30 minutes
5 Paragraph Essay Writing- EASIEST way to teach kids to organize their writing
A Best-Seller! Here are a few TpT Buyer reviews:"It's a small resource, but mighty. And extremely intuitive. In fact, I'd say that so far, this may be the best 5 paragraph essay resource I've used yet. Thanks! I would buy this again in a heartbeat. It is awesome. (16+ year teacher here!)""One of the best writing products I've ever purchased!""I used this with my 7th & 8th graders as yet another way to organize their writing. It helped the students that still did not know how to organize thei
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3rd - 9th
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Also included in: The Ultimate Writing Bundle (Grades 3-6)
California Missions Overview Informational Reading & Activities
Most information on the California Missions is too detailed, difficult or overwhelming for 4th graders. Our Mission Overview Text is engaging for kids and works as a companion for individual mission projects. This flexible but comprehensive unit works for shorter time frames and includes all necessary background information, a writing assignment based on the text, and a visual arts component suitable for classroom display.Topics covered: Purpose of California missions, construction and locations
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3rd - 7th
Podcast Assignment - write your own podcast
Have your students write their own podcast.Are your students listening to podcasts in the classroom and are now ready to take the next steps of creating their own podcast? Is it the end of the year and your students are ready to create a project that will sum up their year?This product includes everything your students need to brainstorm, script, and record their own podcast. Included are: ✱"Podcasts" article that give the students a background of podcasts ✱"How Can I Make My Own Podcast" art
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Podcast Assignment BUNDLE
Word Work with the Icons of Depth and Complexity
These 8 Universal pdf files and Google Slides can be used with ANY words. Perfect for:Daily 5Weekly VocabularyWeekly SpellingGreek and Latin RootsGoogle ClassroomThese are designed using the Icons of Depth and ComplexityBig IdeaUnanswered QuestionsLanguage of the DisciplinePatternsDetailsPerspectivesRulesParallels (Content Imperative)Knowledge of the Icons are not necessary to use these activities.IMS Bove See my blog for samples and explanations!http://imsbove.blogspot.com/2015/07/word-work-wit
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3rd - 7th
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Christmas Low-Prep Activities Depth and Complexity Print-and-Go
This Depth and Complexity Christmas Activity Pack is perfect if you're looking for a fabulous selection of Christmas activities that use the Depth & Complexity framework. This Depth and Complexity Christmas Activity Pack has language arts, social studies, math, and science activities, all in one great resource. You'll find Christmas writing prompts, fiction and non-fiction pieces to read, Depth and Complexity frames to complete, a Christmas Around the World mini-book and more! Of course ther
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4th - 8th
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Low-Prep Thanksgiving Activities Depth and Complexity Printable and Digital
Looking for a fabulous selection of Thanksgiving activities that use the Depth & Complexity framework? This activity pack has language arts, social studies, math, and science activities, all in one great resource. You'll find Thanksgiving writing prompts, fiction and non-fiction pieces to read, Depth and Complexity frames to complete, and more! Of course there is a digital version included for use with Google Classroom™!If you like using Depth and Complexity, you're going to love this.What y
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Fall Activities Depth and Complexity Print and Go Autumn BUNDLE
Animate A Story (Scratch Coding Project)
In this project, students will animate a story. This story could be anything. It could be an original creative piece they've written. It could be a story you're reading in class. It could even be a movie or moment in history that connects with their interests or topics/themes you're currently learning. Students will get to experience the connections between technology and writing, as they dive into computer programming and animation of their stories. Specific skills students will develop are: -
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5th - 12th
Also included in: Creative Coding Adventures: 4 Interactive Scratch Projects Bundle
Emergency Sub Plan! Drama Technical Theatre Professions Video Class Discussion
Need something for a substitute to teach? Teach your students about theater professions. This lesson gives students an opportunity to learn about various theater professions--the costume designer of Wicked, stage properties from Hamilton, set design of Beetle Juice, lighting designer of War Horse and a sound designer. Excellent for gifted learners or students who need independent study or an alternative assignment. This is terrific for a substitute as well. How do I use this in my classroom?
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Theater Class Emergency Sub Plan Bundle One Month in Length
Mock Trials: Classic Tales
Are you looking for an engaging and creative way to harness the power of persuasion and argument? Here is a bundled pack for two mock trials: The Murder Trial of Al T. Wolf and Cinderella and the Case of the Missing Glass Slipper. Each trial takes approximately five days to complete in class. I have planned out three days of trial preparation and about two days of courtroom action! Students love this activity. It's a favorite every year! Not only does it teach persuasive techniques in a real-wo
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4th - 8th
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Radio Drama Play Script The Canterville Ghost Grades 6 to 9 Scary Oscar Wilde
Part of a Bundle Looking for something a lightly scary, but also thought provoking and a classic? Check out Oscar Wilde's The Canterville Ghost radio play script. This adaptation has roles for 15 + students and teaches the history of radio theater. Students strengthen their reading, writing, listening and speaking skills while performing this play. The Canterville Ghost story by Oscar Wilde concerns a girl who befriends the ghost haunting Canterville Chase mansion and helps him cross over into
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Radio Drama Script| Four Radio Plays and Unit Great for High Engagement!
Regions of the U.S. Project with Text, Note Taking, and Summarizing
Are you looking for a way to teach the United State Regions? This Project includes two full pages of informational text on each of the five regions. Students read about each region, take notes, and rewrite in own words to create a book or poster project. I have found that my 5th graders have trouble synthesizing information when researching, so I created this project in order to teach them.Included in this 40-page project are:- 2 full pages of text on each of the 5 regions - filled with fact
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5th - 8th
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Juliet and Romeo - Shakespeare in 30 (abridged Shakespeare)
This version of Romeo and Juliet is part of my Shakespeare in 30 collection. Each abridged Shakespeare play in this series has been adapted for teens to tackle in a half an hour. This abridged Romeo and Juliet is perfect for ELA, ESL, and Shakespeare camps. This abridged Shakespeare play has been used with:✅ Reader’s Theatre (1-2 class periods)✅ Staged Readings (1 week)✅ Full production (3-4 weeks) The Shakespeare in 30 collection is perfect for students in grades 6-12 studying William Shakespea
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Abridged Shakespeare - 8 Play Bundle - Shakespeare in 30 minutes
Figurative Language for December: Simile, Metaphor, Personification, Hyperbole
Figurative Language
Figurative Language for December (Deck the Halls with Figurative Language) is a holiday-themed study of figurative language presented as a series of original sentences, popular song lyrics, and a verse from a familiar Christmas poem.
Organized into three parts with twenty-five items each, students are challenged to identify and interpret the six featured figures of speech--simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, alliteration, and onomatopoeia.
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5th - 8th
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Mystery Basketball Reading Comprehension | March Madness | CSI Activity
Add a little MAD MARCH, Basketball-themed, C.S.I Enrichment to your schedule in or out of the classroom this SPRING.This resource includes a printable (pdf) distance learning packet AS WELL AS a digital version meant to be used with Google Classroom.This C.S.I. Activity is an engaging workshop that’s super easy to set up. It takes approximately 1 to 1 ½ Hours to complete and can be taught all at once or separately. Lead your students on an engaging journey through logical reasoning, deduction,
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4th - 7th
Radio Theater Unit Drama Class Grades 7 to 9 Audio Storytelling Foley Artists
Part of a Bundle One of my most popular products! Get in on the excitement for your classroom, too! Got reluctant students in your classroom? Did you know that podcasts are the newest home for radio theater? Try radio theater--your students will find a place for themselves to participate in this unit! It is my radio theater unit ONLY. No script is provided. This TEN DAY unit, 43 pages in length, however you can use as little or as much as you like. It is suitable for middle and high school d
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7th - 9th
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Importance of learning English language arts
English language arts (ELA) concepts — reading, writing, listening, and speaking — empower students to become effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. They are the foundation for all other types of learning as students must rely on ELA skills to master content from other subject areas and communicate what they’ve learned.
Strong reading skills can help students make sense of written content, and gather information for further analysis. Writing skills can help students articulate their ideas, construct arguments, and synthesize information. And speaking and listening skills empower students to clearly present their ideas, participate in group discussions, and collaborate with their classmates. This is why teaching English language arts is critically important for student’s success in school and beyond.
Benefits of learning English language arts
Learning English language arts offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. It helps students:
- Develop effective communication skills
- Build critical thinking and analytical skills
- Nurture their creativity and imagination
By ensuring that students have a solid foundation in English language arts, teachers can help set them up for future success.
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On TPT, English language arts resources come in various forms: from interactive notebooks and task cards to small-group activities and individual worksheets. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of ELA concepts, or to reteach a tricky concept. By incorporating ELA resources from TPT into your teaching toolbox, you can create an engaging learning experience that strengthens students’ understanding of ELA concepts.
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