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Middle school creative writing study guides for homeschool
The Lightning Thief - (Lesson Plan)
MORE THAN 600 COPIES SOLD. One of our most popular units.The Lightning Thief is a comprehensive 76 page novel study guide. The guide is presented chapter-by-chapter and includes the following distinct sections: ~ ~ ~ ~Before You Read, ~Vocabulary, ~Comprehension Questions (including many higher-level thinking questions); ~Language Activities and Extension Activities. The novel study includes everything needed to accompany a study of this fascinating novel including the following concepts / act
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4th - 6th
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Because of Winn-Dixie Novel Study
"Because of Winn-Dixie" - the award winning book by Kate DiCamilla is great to read with your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade class. This is a complete novel study guide for that book. This study guide contains nearly 60 no prep printable worksheets covering a variety of literacy lessons.For my unit study I divided the book into 5 units. Each unit has no prep vocabulary activities, comprehension questions and grammar/literacy activities. I have included journal writing ideas for each section. There are a
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in: Kate DiCamilla Novel Study Bundle
World War I Poetry Bundle
You're all set to cover World War I poetry with this bundle! The resource includes intro slides, a packet of analysis questions with poem texts, and a final writing assignment. More details on the contents:Introductory Slides: These slides include a quick write to help students connect their prior knowledge to the topic, political context for why Britain got involved in World War I, a collection of British military recruitment posters with discussion prompts to help students understand the socia
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9th - 12th
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Study Unit to be used with Nothing but the Truth by AVI
Challenge your students to discuss and debate different perspectives with this spunky novel study unit. Included in this packet, you will find: a suggested study calendar, a vocabulary list, study guides, quizzes, and discussion questions for each section of the reading. There is an essay test included. The essay test contains five prompts. Please see the preview for a glance at the test. I have also thrown in a project, a writing assignment, and a debate. All items have the rubric or the answer
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6th - 9th
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Narrative Writing Activities | Presentation, Note Sheets, Graphic Organizers
Download a variety of narrative writing activities! Students love writing narratives, and language arts standards dictate that students focus on certain elements. I made these narrative writing activities to outline elements for narrative writing. This editable presentation covers basics such as tone, dialogue, description, and more. Use the note taking sheets and graphic organizers throughout your writing process!Included in this narrative writing activities download:→ 35 slide presentation th
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7th - 10th
St George and the Dragon Unit
Discover Legends and Arts the Fun way with this project-based unit. St George and the Dragon will become your student's favorite legend!Your St George and the Dragon Unit in detail:This lesson is composed of 4 parts, each step leading to a final production. You will find worksheets to describe a knight and a dragon, a painting to describe (three different levels are included to differentiate in your classroom), a video about that same painting and a final story. Your students will be ready to wr
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: Fairy Tale Writing Activities
Narrative Writing Hooks with Practice Easel Activity
Narrative Writing Hooks and Writing Practice. Examples from literature of various writing hooks. Students learn that writer's use enticing beginnings to engage readers, grab their attention, lead them into a story. They apply this by using a hook in their own writing. Has a list of 20 famous first lines in children's books that students can read and discuss. Includes writing practice assignments and a reflection page, along with teacher directions. Great for substitute, homework, homeschool, re
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6th - 9th
Les mots de transitions (Transition/Linking Words in French Poster)
Bonjour! Welcome to my store!If you're on this page, you may be thinking... How can I help my students become confident and BETTER writers? Look no further..This neat and colourful handout includes transition words translated from French to English. There are over 125 words! All words are categorized for a smoother and easier search for your students. There are 2 different formats (colour and black and white).⭐️ WHAT YOU WILL GET:- 2 Sheets in Black & White- 2 Sheets in Colour⭐️CATEGORIES:-A
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Technology, Pollution & Futur Tense French Bundle - (Wall-E inspired)
Narrative Writing Interactive Notebook
Narrative Writing Interactive Notebook: Sentences, Plot, Show Don't Tell, Figurative Language, Setting, Characters, Leads, Edit and Revise This interactive notebook includes:~22 pages of student notes~Unit plan suggestions ~Pictures of finished pages~A few of the pages include alternatives to fit your needs***************************************************************************** Notes Cover the Following Topics:~Writing Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences~Watermelon, Slice, and Seed Stor
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4th - 6th
ENGLISH | The Great Gatsby: Complete Unit, Assignments, Study Guide & Test
This unit prepares students with historical context and author information. Then students are guided through analysis of the book, chapter by chapter, and focusing on characters and symbolism. Included in this Unit:Introduction Powerpoint giving Historical Background & Author informationModernism and the Modern NovelAutobiographical Information about F. Scott FitzgeraldChapter By Chapter Review Questions5 Pages: Summary and review questions for each chapterGuides students to reflect as they
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9th - 12th
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Personification: A Long List of Examples
This document includes 3 columns of nothing but personification examples. Use this list with an introductory lesson. Provide list to students as a study guide, or ask students to write their own sentences modeling the examples. Definition is also included at the top for quick reference.
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3rd - 12th
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The Watsons Go to Birmingham & Brown Girl Dreaming: A Lit Study Unit BUNDLE
This editable, Common Core-aligned resource pairs Curtis' historical fiction with Woodson's poetry in a close look at themes these two middle grade books share. Lessons included span the curriculum. Find activities for developing literacy, building vocabulary, teaching literary analysis, creative writing & argument building. Everything you need for an in-depth study.This is a google doc. After purchase you will download a PDF with a link to the resource. Copy & edit as you wish.The unit'
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Grades:
4th - 8th
Romeo and Juliet Teaching and Study Guide for any Version
NOW 202 PAGES OF MATERIALS!
Mrs. W's Romeo and Juliet guide was created to work with any version of Shakespeare's play.
This comprehensive unit includes everything you need to confidently teach Romeo and Juliet.
Pre reading activities provide essential background knowledge, during reading activities include questions, quizzes and writing. Post reading includes testing options and additional writing activities. All handouts now n PDF
Also includes two power point presentations.
PLEASE
Grades:
8th - 12th
Study Unit to be used with The Circle by Dave Eggers
This fantastic unit has everything you need to teach Dave Eggers' stunning novel: The Circle.
Included in this packet you will find: An extensive vocabulary list, study guides, quizzes, a test, discussion questions, five (yes, FIVE!) different essay topics and rubrics, a project, and a bonus project for your students to complete.
Your work will be "complete" after purchasing this unit. Enjoy!
* This product was updated on April 6th, 2016. It now includes essay questions on the test and possi
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Idioms, Similes and Metaphors EDITABLE Figurative Language Lists
Do you want to make reviewing figurative language a breeze? Are you struggling to find examples of idioms, similes and metaphors for your students? Do you want to motivate and engage your students? Then download these Idioms, Similes, and Metaphors EDITABLE Figurative Language Lists! They include 128 idioms, 52 similes, and 42 metaphors all with a short definition. You can use these handouts alone or to accompany your own worksheets and activities! This resource is perfect for small group instru
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4th - 7th
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The Trojan War Novel Teacher's Guide
This teacher's guide is designed to go chapter by chapter along with The Trojan War, by Olivia Coolidge. Students will be challenged to think critically as they answer comprehension questions and engage in thoughtful discussion and analysis. Includes daily activities and creative writing assignments. This product was originally designed for two students, but can be easily adapted to work with one student or with an entire classroom. It can also be easily modified for different grade levels.
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5th - 8th
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Nate the Great and The Halloween Hunt
This is a fabulous PRINT & Go unit for Nate the Great book and the Halloween Hunt. This unit includes activities to challenge your students on reading comprehension and writing. I have created this unit to not only serve as a reading comprehension guide but for my students to organize their thoughts and reflect on the text.
The unit includes:
Comprehensive questions including short answer, true or false, and multiple choice.
Story Element Organizer
Character Anchor Charts (Can, Have,
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Grades:
1st - 3rd
The Great Gatsby: Study Guide, Jeopardy Review Game & Multiple Choice Test
This Unit Study Guide helps prepare them for the Unit Test. We recommend reviewing this during class, in addition to using The Great Gatsby: Jeopardy Review Game. This resource includes:6 page Study GuideJeopardy Review Game (Fully linked & interactive)25 Question Multiple Choice TestAnswer KeyThe study guides & test cover:Setting & Historical BackgroundMajor CharactersPlot Summary & EventsThemes in the novelKey Issues & MoralsSymbolism throughout the novelWe recommend using
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9th - 12th
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Love That Dog Unit Study
A Fun Way To Teach Poetry!!Teach your learners about the different types of poetry using Sharon Creech's fun youth novel titled "Love That Dog." As Jack, the main character of the book, learns about poetry, your learners can practice what Jack is taught to create and express themselves through own poems. A suggested schedule is included. As a bonus, we also include links to helpful videos and definitions of various literary devices that will improve all their writing, not just poetry.
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5th - 12th
How to Prepare a Great Speech
This Handout is a step-by-step guide on how to prepare an effective PUBLIC SPEECH.
The step-by-step process examines:
1. Selecting a topic
2. Application
3. Research
4. Developing a speech outline
5. Organizing and writing your speech
6. Conclusion
7. Delivering your speech
Giving speeches can be terrifying for many students…..but if you know how to do it’s not so bad and is an important life-long skill.
Like Ralph Waldo Emerson said “Speech is power”.
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5th - 12th
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Midnight for Charlie Bone: A Novel Study
This is the book that started it all! Midnight for Charlie Bone is the first of 5 books in the Children of the Red King Series. Children of all ages loves these stories. I have developed 4 study guides in the series. All the books follow the adventure of Charlie Bone, along with his magical friends, during their schooling at Bloor Academy.
. This study guide includes comprehension questions in the form of short answers, true or false, multiple choice, and extended responses. These questions
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5th - 7th
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Little House Rose Series 4 book study guides. Little House on Rocky Ridge & more
All four study guides from the first 4 books in the Little House Rose series by Roger Lea MacBride. Read how the Wilders started their farm in Missouri and join in by doing over 100 activities in each study guide. That's over 400 activity ideas to bring the Rose books to life! Cook the food they ate, play the games they played, do art projects and crafts, act out scenes and more. Incorporates art, music, history, fine motor skills, PE, character development, and a little bit of math. There are a
Grades:
1st - 7th
Detective Fiction Complete Unit of Work and Study Guide
This 55 page study guide, is everything you need to introduce mystery and crime genres through Detective Fiction. Works well with the Detective Fiction PowerPoint. Have you students become detectives as they work through the various activities, including identify various famous detective, vocabulary quizzes. The following readings are included:Lamb to Slaugter by Roald DahlThe Perfect Muder by Renate YatesMrs Bixby and the Colonel's Coat by Roald DahlThe Landland by Roald DahlThe Bus Ride by Sah
Grades:
8th - 12th
Bird by Bird Reading Guide and Assessment
This product contains everything you need when teaching Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life by Anne Lamott. Bird by Bird is an excellent informational text to use when teaching the writing process and creative writing.
This reading companion includes:
o Discussion questions for each chapter
o Suggested answers to discussion questions
o True or false quiz + answer key
o Writing prompts
o Additional teaching ideas
Uses Include:
o Homework Assignments
o Independent Study Guide
o
Grades:
10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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