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Civics Common Core RL.9-10.5 resources
"The Seventh Man" Haruki Murakami Short Story Lesson Plan
Haruki Murakami's short story "The Seventh Man" offers a rich tapestry of themes including trauma, guilt, redemption, and the powerful forces of nature—both external and internal. Murakami's evocative prose and intricate narrative structure provide ample opportunities for deep literary analysis, fostering critical thinking and honing interpretative skills. By delving into the protagonist's journey, students can explore the universality of human experiences, fostering empathy and broader worldvie
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: 10th Grade Diverse Short Stories, Personal Essays, and Poems Unit
BLACK LIVES MATTER, Current Events, Common Core Unit
Great for Black History Month! This full unit covers multiple perspectives on the "Black Lives Matter" debate and allows students to find their own point of view on the issue. The unit includes a literary connection, background, historical connections, an implicit argument, arguments across multimedia, photographic connections, a class debate planning system, a research guide, and space for an argumentative essay.
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9th - 12th
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U.S. Constitution UNIT PLAN BUNDLE - 4 Weeks - Includes Pacing Guide
This unit bundle includes a variety of our engaging, best-selling resources for teaching through the Constitution of the United States, both its content as a document and its history within the early formation of the republic. These hands-on activities can engage your students throughout the span of your teaching unit. The products include worksheets, projects, primary source materials, and video guides. There is also a bonus Curriculum Pacing Guide with a suggested sequence for how you can sche
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8th - 12th
"People Like Us" by Emi Mahmoud Spoken Word Poem Lesson Plan
Introduce your students to the evocative world of Emi Mahmoud's "People Like Us" - a poignant dive into identity, belonging, and the human experience. Emi Mahmoud's spoken word poem "People Like Us" offers a rare opportunity for high school students to connect with topics of global relevance, from refugee experiences to the broader themes of displacement and resilience. By teaching this piece, educators can:Encourage Empathy & Understanding: Mahmoud’s visceral language and imagery allows stu
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: 10th Grade Diverse Short Stories, Personal Essays, and Poems Unit
"Looking for the Gulf Motel" by Richard Blanco Poem Lesson Plan
Dive deep into "Looking for the Gulf Motel" with this enriching Richard Blanco poem lesson plan. Tailored for high school English classes, this resource invites students to explore themes of change and memory through various engaging activities, including a kinesthetic anticipation guide and an OPTIC analysis of Salvador Dali's "The Persistence of Memory".Explore the rich and evocative world of "Looking for the Gulf Motel" by Richard Blanco with this immersive high school English lesson plan.Thi
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: 10th Grade Diverse Short Stories, Personal Essays, and Poems Unit
Crying in H Mart by Michelle Zauner Personal Essay Lesson Plan
Immerse your students in a journey of self-discovery and cultural exploration with this detailed lesson plan based on the poignant personal essay, "Crying in H Mart" by Michelle Zauner.This lesson not only delves deep into the personal narratives and vivid imageries painted by Zauner but also offers a rich educational experience grounded in multidisciplinary learning. Here are the unique features and benefits of incorporating this lesson into your curriculum:BenefitsCultural Competency: Students
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: 10th Grade Diverse Short Stories, Personal Essays, and Poems Unit
"Mother Tongue" Amy Tan Narrative Essay Lesson Plan
Amy Tan's narrative essay "Mother Tongue" offers a rich tapestry of themes including trauma, guilt, redemption, and the powerful forces of nature—both external and internal. Murakami's evocative prose and intricate narrative structure provide ample opportunities for deep literary analysis, fostering critical thinking and honing interpretative skills. By delving into the protagonist's journey, students can explore the universality of human experiences, fostering empathy and broader worldviews. Th
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9th - 12th
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"United States of Anxiety" by Marcus Amaker Lesson Plan
In this lesson plan for "United States of Anxiety" by Marcus Amaker students will complete an anticipation guide, a SMILE (structure, meaning, imagery, language, and effect) organizer, answer 10 discussion questions, TikTok Response planner, and a one pager. This poem is great as a the basis of a socratic seminar on the American dream.Included in your purchase are 6 useable student worksheets, answer keys, plus one teacher Google Slides presentation.If you liked this resource, you may also like:
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9th - 12th
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"Harlem" by Langston Hughes Lesson Plan
In this lesson plan for "Harlem" by Langston Hughes students will complete an anticipation guide, a SMILE (structure, meaning, imagery, language, and effect) organizer, answer 10 discussion questions, TikTok Response planner, and a one pager. This poem is great as a the basis of a socratic seminar on the American dream and civil rights in the US.Included in your purchase are 6 useable student worksheets, answer keys, plus one teacher Google Slides presentation.If you liked this resource, you may
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: A Raisin in the Sun Complete Play Bundle CCSS Aligned
Henry David Thoreau - Civil Disobedience - Lesson Plan
Claims and Themes Developed Through Paradox: This lesson plan focuses on Thoreau’s use of paradox in “Civil Disobedience.” Students will identify and analyze examples of paradox in passages from the text and explain the ideas they convey. By studying Thoreau’s use of paradox as a rhetorical device, students will be better able to identify and describe the major claims and themes in the essay.Learning Objectives: By the end of this lesson, students will be able todefine and describe paradox as a
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9th - 12th
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"Still I Rise" Maya Angeloud Lesson Plan
In this lesson plan for "Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou students will complete an anticipation guide, a SMILE (structure, meaning, imagery, language, and effect) organizer, answer 10 discussion questions, TikTok Response planner, and a one pager. This poem is great as a the basis of a socratic seminar on the American dream and civil rights in the US.Included in your purchase are 6 useable student worksheets, answer keys, plus one teacher Google Slides presentation.If you liked this resource, you
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9th - 12th
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Poetry Extension Menu
Students analyze the ideas of rights, freedom, change, respect, and power in this activity. There are 15 possible activities from which to choose. All activities include Google slides and links to enable student choice. Five selections ask students to analyze the given poem using five questions. Five selections allow students to choose poems or song lyrics based on the main concepts (rights, freedom, change, respect, power) and ask them to illustrate and evaluate the text. Five selections allow
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9th - 11th
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