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Social studies Common Core RL.9-10.3 microsofts
Teaching the Hero's Journey Bundle
This bundle includes everything you need for giving your students a thorough introduction to Joseph Campbell's storytelling pattern the Hero's Journey: A Stages of the Hero's Journey presentation, creative Hero's Journey classroom game, Design-a-Quest create your own Hero's Journey activity, example Hero's Journeys from popular films presentations, and more.
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6th - 12th
Monomyth Cycle (Hero's Journey) Activity Using "Piper" (2016) – Pixar Short Film
Piper (2016) is a Pixar short film that follows the journey of a young, sandpiper (bird) aptly named, Piper! This activity uses the short film as a way to engage student discussion and analysis of the Monomyth Cycle, or Hero's Journey.As of February 11, 2022, the short film is available on the Disney+ streaming service, or alternatively, you can purchase the Pixar Short Films Collection: Volume 3 on Amazon, which includes Piper. It is highly recommend this short film is paired with the publicly
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Animal Farm Intro Powerpoint
Includes allegorical/historical character parallels, introductory timeline to the rise of communism, links to historical notes, video clip links. Please be sure to preview the videos to ensure that your teaching aims are met. Clips are not meant to be used in their entirety. To be used with character chart. Creative animation used to improve engagement.
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8th - 12th
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Introduction to the Odyssey by Homer | PowerPoint with Guided Notes and Key
Teaching The Odyssey can feel like an overwhelming task. Not only is the story’s ancient time period and Greek culture completely foreign to most students, it is also epic poetry which adds on another layer of complexity. This extensive and beautifully designed twenty-eight slide PowerPoint presentation is the perfect introduction to Homer's Odyssey. Use it on day one of your unit to help students better understand: · Terms like epic, in medias res, bard, etc.· Background info on the author (inc
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9th - 12th
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Rabbit-Proof Fence - Complete Film Analysis and Study Guide PPT
This 32 slide PowerPoint is a comprehensive film analysis and study guide aimed at teaching films with a global dimension. Rabbit-Proof Fence is about an 'epic journey across an unforgiving landscape that tests the girls’ very will to survive'. Their only resources – tenacity, determination, ingenuity, and each other. By looking through different voices and perspectives, students are able to understand themes and issues important in our increasing globalised world. The study guide follows the u
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6th - 11th, Adult Education
Character Dating Profile Template
Have your students create a dating profile for a character in the story they are reading or even for historical figures! This activity helps students evaluate their knowledge about the character/person and allows them to be creative, while basing their answers on the text/history.
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9th - 12th
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Cry, the Beloved Country - Comprehensive Teaching Resource PPT
This 30 slide PowerPoint Presentation is everything you need to teach Cry, the Beloved Country which is a look at the historical injustice of apartheid in South Africa. It is visually engaging to ‘hook’ your students in shedding light on wrongful discrimination and segregation. Alan Paton tells an engaging narrative about a father’s search for his son against the backdrop of political and social unrest in South Africa in the 1940s. The presentation includes a pre-exercise to help with context,
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Elie Wiesel Night Jeopardy Game
This colorful Jeopardy PowerPoint game is a wonderful culminating after-reading activity for Elie Wiesel's book Night. It can also be used as a test-prep activity before a final assessment on the book. The game can be easily modified if needed because each question and answer are paired side-by-side within the template rather than the usual format where the answers are all the way at the end of the template and difficult to maneuver. The game includes six categories, Daily Doubles, and Final Je
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8th - 12th
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Red Scarf Girl Jeopardy Game
This Red Scarf Girl Jeopardy game is a fun culminating activity after the class is finished reading the book. It can also be used as a test prep activity. The game includes a musical introduction, six categories, and three Daily Doubles, and it can be easily modified because the questions and answer slides are side-by-side (rather than the normal template in which the answer slides are all the way at the end of the template and are difficult to align).The game includes six categories:Ji-Li Jiang
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7th - 12th
In The Time of the Butterflies Chapter Lecture Notes: Visually Impressive
Visually interesting Google Slides Lecture notes for the entire novel, In the Time of the Butterflies, by Julia Alvarez. Slide deck includesBullet point summaries of major events from each chapter. A list of characters is mentioned for each chapter.Lists of themes for each chapter.Years for each chapter.This is the perfect accompaniment for lectures. It will remind students and you of the important events, characters, and discussion points for each part of the text as you click through this pres
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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PERSEPOLIS (PDF Version)
This is a well-organized and easy-to-follow slideshow (PDF in this case) for the graphic novel "Persepolis" by Marjane Satrapi. It was originally designed for an ESL high school class, but can be adapted for any regular ELA or Social Studies class. "Persepolis" is a coming-of-age story about an innocent yet rebellious Iranian teen growing up during the fall of the shah in the late 70s, as well as Iran's tumultous war with Iraq. Each lesson follows the same format, ensuring that students will kno
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9th - 12th
Also included in: PERSEPOLIS (7-Day Unit)
Animal Farm Character Comparison Chart
Compares Animal Farm characters to their historical/allegorical equivalents. Ideally used with the Intro Powerpoint. Can be used independently, and should be kept as a running log during reading.
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9th - 12th
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The Rage of Achilles |The Iliad Close Reads
This product is a great introduction to The Iliad or a nice add on to your Greek Mythology unit! Students will learn a few of the core cultural values of the Ancient Greeks and use Book I of the Iliad, "The Rage of Achilles", for a deeper analysis and discussion.This is a challenging, but engaging look at Achilles, Agamemnon, and the Greek gods at the start of The Iliad. There is an answer key for the student handout to make for a quick check or leave with a sub! You can also use this as test p
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8th - 10th
PERSEPOLIS (Google Slides Version)
This is a well-organized and easy-to-follow slideshow for the graphic novel "Persepolis" by Marjane Satrapi. It was originally designed for an ESL high school class, but can be adapted for any regular ELA or Social Studies class. "Persepolis" is a coming-of-age story about an innocent yet rebellious Iranian teen growing up during the fall of the shah in the late 70s, as well as Iran's tumultous war with Iraq. Each lesson follows the same format, ensuring that students will know exactly what to e
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: PERSEPOLIS (7-Day Unit)
Presentation Party: An End of the Year Review Project
Are you looking for a fun and interactive way to assess your students' understanding of the characters in the literature (or historical figures) they've studied? Look no further! This Presentation Party Assignment, inspired by the Tik-Tok trend, is designed to captivate your students' attention while allowing them to showcase their analytical skills in fun and creative way.In this assignment, students will choose five characters from a list of literary works studied throughout the school year, e
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7th - 12th
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"Liars Don't Qualify" Short Story Literary Response and Analysis Unit
The Lesson:So, what we have created for you are a presentation and analysis pages for the short story “Liars Don’t Qualify” by Junius Edwards. We know, we’re excited about it, too! The lesson focus points on this story about a Black war veteran trying to register to vote will be on conflict, characterization, multiple perspectives, mood and tone, and theme through student literary argument/analysis writing.Tell Me More:We have created a presentation (keynote, Powerpoint, and PDF formats) that co
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Short Story Unit Bundle for Middle School and High School
Mulan's Origins: Ballad of Mulan & Woman Warrior by Maxine Hong Kingston
This file contains an entire unit on Mulan's origins: 1. There is a slideshow on Mulan's historical and literary roots.2. Questions and answer key for Women Warriors: The Real Mulan (a 45 min. documentary available via Prime Video)3. The text of the original "Ballad of Mulan" with a tic tac toe activity. 4. An 10-page excerpt of Maxine Hong Kingston's novel "Woman Warrior" (this portion is based on Mulan's legend) with guided reading questions, timeline, quiz, and answer key.I teach this unit in
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7th - 10th
Things Fall Apart Summative Assessment Parts I, II, and III
This multiple choice assessment is both a reading and analytical assessment. It is usually broken up into three parts, so that students are taking each part of the exam after reading and discussing the novel in each section. However, some teachers may want to give the entire exam at once. The test is much harder that way, so be aware. Answers are in bold.Teachers can use this assessment in for the Backwards Design Model so that they know what to focus on throughout the entire unit. In addition,
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9th - 12th
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PERSEPOLIS Daily Writing Prompts (Google Docs Version)
This is the daily writing worksheet that accompanies the "Persepolis" slideshow. It serves as the final component to the daily lesson, after reading the text and discussing the larger themes. The materials (slideshow + writing worksheet) are designed for seven 90-minute lessons (plus a film day), but can be expanded or shortened as you see fit!
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: PERSEPOLIS (7-Day Unit)
Their Eyes Were Watching God by Nora Neale Hurston, Final Test, Novel Assessment
This is a final test for Zora Neal Hurtston's Their Eyes Were Watching God, including multiple choice, true false, quote matching, and short answer essay questions with an ANSWER KEY included. Possible answer examples for each short answer essay prompts are also included. I use the essay prompts for essay choice questions they can use for their expository essay at the end of the term as well.This assessment delves into the rich tapestry of themes, characters, and literary elements within the nov
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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THE MAN TO SEND THE RAIN CLOUDS [LESSON ACTIVITIES]
This LESLIE MARMON SILKO "THE MAN TO SEND THE RAIN CLOUDS" [LESSON ACTIVITIES] product allows students to look at themselves and our society. 50+ Slides, Several projects, Group Activities, Graphic Organizers, TASK CARDS assignments, Reader Response, Short response and multiple choice Quizzes are activities in this product. This narrative encourages insightful responses from work. 10th - 12th Graders will love this prose and product. Check it out!SUMMARY:Two men from the Laguna Pueblo tribe—Leon
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: THE MAN TO SEND THE RAIN CLOUDS [BUNDLE]
Mrs. Doubtfire Movie Worksheet
This Product is to accompany the movie, Mrs. Doubtfire starring Robin Williams and Sally FieldsIncludes20 Multiple-Choice Questions1 Extended Response QuestionAnswer Key Included
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4th - 12th
Night by Elie Wiesel - Close Analysis
Use this worksheet to have students closely analyze the two hanging scenes in Night by Elie Wiesel. Questions cover multiple standards and skills:
Figurative Language
Tone and Mood
Theme
Text Evidence
Foreshadowing
Author's Purpose
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7th - 12th
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Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck Test, Novel Assessment, Final Exam
This is a final test for John Steinbeck's timeless classic, "Of Mice and Men." This assessment is designed to challenge and evaluate students' understanding of the novel's intricate themes, characters, and plot intricacies. The test features a blend of multiple-choice questions, true or false questions, quote matching and short answer / essay prompts, ensuring a holistic examination of students' comprehension and critical thinking skills. Dive into the world of George and Lennie as you explore t
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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