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Free 7th grade english language arts lectures
Black Out Poetry, Fun Poetry Activity, Blackout Poem Lecture Slides, FREE
Use this visually dynamic tool to get students excited about poetry. No, really, my teens LOVE this blackout poetry creative writing activity. View the 10-slide overview lecture (includes both Prezi Next and Google Slides versions) and imagine all of the possibilities your students could create.All you’ll need to fill an entire class session is the slide deck, dark markers or crayons, and a few newspaper pages or photocopies of a few pages from any novel you’re currently teaching.This item is pa
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7th - 10th
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How to Write an Introductory Paragraph, FREE Slides + Handout, Model Intro.
These mini-lecture slides were designed to help middle school and high school students learn to write strong introductory paragraphs for literary analysis, argument, and research essays. This product includes PDF slides that can be projected as you lead a short lecture on a simple four-step formula to create a smooth, powerful launch to an essay. The download also includes a student reference page designed to be used as an assignment/practice round.If you’d like to view a sample of how I present
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7th - 10th
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How to Write a Conclusion Paragraph, FREE Slides + Handout, Model Conclusions
Three-Step Essay Conclusion Paragraph FormatThese mini-lecture slides were designed to help middle school and high school students learn to write strong conclusion paragraphs for literary analysis, argument, and research essays. This product includes PDF slides that can be projected as you lead a short lecture on a simple three-step formula to create a smooth, powerful conclusion to an essay. The download also includes a student handout designed to be used as a reference tool.If you’d like to vi
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7th - 10th
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Sentence Structure (Simple, Compound, Complex, Compound-Complex): Google Slides
This product contains 10 noneditable Google Slides that are meant to be used as direct and explicit instruction. The purpose of this lesson is to teach the composition of the four sentence structures: simple, compound, complex, and compound-complex sentences. Further, these slides teach how to correctly punctuate compound and complex sentences. These slides are meant for middle school students who already know how to identify the subjects and verbs of sentences as well as dependent and independe
Plot Chart Graphic Organizer and Elements of Plot Presentation
Students will use the plot chart graphic organizer to identify and comprehend the elements of plot. This can be used with short stories or novels.This plot chart is a key part of my language arts instruction and is used with every story and novel I teach! I begin with direct instruction and move into guided and independent work. It is a great way to teach students to identify the elements of plot as well as increase their comprehension of the story. Use the Elements of Plot Keynote Presenta
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6th - 9th
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Action, Linking, and Helping Verbs Intro & Practice
Student resource in Microsoft Word that contains:
*Definitions and examples of action, linking, and helping verbs
*14 question identification/classification practice
*Answer key to practice
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4th - 7th
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Brainstorming Organizers, FREE Handouts & Examples to Help Teen Writers, CCSS
These four brainstorm organizers will help middle school and high school writers learn to gather their ideas and research before writing. I’ve included not only blank handouts for you to use with your students, but also four examples of completed organizers to use as models. All of the pages can be printed as handouts or projected for use on a white board. The four brainstorming organizers with completed samples/models include:Bubble clusterSpider diagramFormal outlineColumnsWant to learn more a
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6th - 12th
Introduction to Rhyme Scheme and Rhythm in Poetry
A Powerpoint which provides a brief overview of rhythm and rhyme scheme using poetry. I've used this as an introduction to poetry and pair this up with a poem in which students must find the rhyme scheme. It can be used with any poem.
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4th - 7th
Also included in: Figurative Language and Poetry bundle
Elements of Fiction Power Point Presentation
Elements of Fiction Power Point Presentation. This Power Point Presentation explains the basic elements in fiction: plot, character, setting, point of view, conflict, symbols and theme. A great starting point for your short story or fiction unit!
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Idiom Task Cards and Worksheets
Idioms Power Point
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5th - 8th
Story Elements & Plot Structure Slides
I created this slideshow to use with my middle schoolers as we review story elements and the parts of a plot diagram! I read the short story "Eleven" by Sandra Cisneros after reviewing each slide and filled out a plot diagram as a class to show comprehension.
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4th - 8th
Biography PowerPoint Presentation
Hope you enjoy this FREE item! :) This presentation defines "biography" and "autobiography," and it explains the 10 elements of a biography. I typically have several biographies/autobiographies on display as I give this presentation, plus show students how to search in the card catalog for biographies in our library. Please rate me if you have time! :) :) :)
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4th - 8th
Ethos, pathos, and logos analysis and application activity for Public Speaking
Have your students speaking confidently and with conviction after using this resource to teach them the rhetorical devices of Ethos, Pathos, and Logos. Self guided graphic organizer and guided notes are included. Once they have mastered the skills of differentiating Ethos, Pathos, and Logos, move on to applying their new knowledge and identifying the rhetorical devices while analyzing your chosen TED Talks. Download includes:1. Lecture slide deck on Ethos, Pathos, and Logos. 2. Student graphic
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: COMPLETE UNIT - Introduction to Public Speaking (digital learning ready)
Creative Writing Workshop Lesson 1: Introduction to Storytelling
Hi! I'm Livia Blackburne, author of the NY Times bestselling young adult novel Midnight Thief. In July of 2015, I ran a week long creative writing camp for middle and high school students. We had a ton of fun, and the students wrote some great short stories and novellas! After the camp, I revised my materials and expanded them for other teachers to use.
Lesson one is a bird's eye view of storytelling. Why do we tell stories in the first place? What makes a good story? How do you become a bet
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7th - 10th
Also included in: Creative Writing Workshop Complete Bundle
Oral Presentation Rubric
This rubric can be used for any oral presentation. It can be used for a formal evaluation or as a way to track and show progress of a student. The rubric includes points for the actual oral part of a presentation as well as points for the visual aid used.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Characters of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet PowerPoint
An easy-to-understand PowerPoint with notes about each character of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Character Notes include important actions and character traits of each character. Can be used as an introduction, summary, review, etc. Basic structure for easy readability.
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7th - 12th
How to Write an Introduction Paragraph
These slides offer a simple introduction to writing introductions for a literary analysis essay. They are simple enough for middle schoolers but we also serve as a helpful refresher for high schoolers. Students will learn how to write a hook, a TAG (title, author, genre), and a thesis.
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6th - 12th
Irony Notes Worksheet
This is a fill in the blank notes page worksheet on Irony for middle school ELA students. It covers three different types of irony, as well as a practice at the end of the notes for students.**You may be creative and use your own slideshow for this**
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6th - 8th
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Customer Service Lecture Slides Freebie -Special Education High School
*****Interested in teaching about Customer Service? Buy the BUNDLE and save! This is included as well as over 350 pages of Customer Service curriculum materials!*****This is a teaser for the full unit on Customer Service. It can easily be used to discuss some of the major topics of the unit! DIRECTIONS:1. Sign in to your Google account.2. Download this product. A link will be provided.3. You will be prompted to "Make a copy" of the document.INCLUDED in this Unit:- "Talk with a Partner" Opening A
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Sentence Structure and Sentence Types Info SLIDES
This slideshow is great for identifying:- subject and predicate- declarative, interrogative, exclamatory and imperative sentences- simple, complex and compound sentencesWhile using this presentation, I do add in supplementary practice activities. For subject and predicate in particular, superteacherworksheets has some great practice pages!
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2nd - 8th
Introduction to Drama
A great way to start any drama unit. Introduces students to key drama terms. Includes:PowerPointFill-in-the-Blank Notes and KeyTerm Quiz and KeyAlso, check out our play specific units:AntigoneDiary of Anne FranA Raisin in the Sun
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6th - 8th
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Rules of the Comma Powerpoint Presentation (with bouncing comma)
Powerpoint presentation that contains comma rules with examples and practice sentences. Space between animation time allows for students to practice the comma rules before the correct answers are revealed. Perfect for use with a SmartBoard.
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5th - 9th
Brown v the Board of Education and the Little Rock Nine
Hook students on the topic of the day by asking them to analyze the images found on envelopes! Students will collect facts about the Supreme Court ruling Brown v. Board of Education and the crisis at Little Rock’s Central High School by analyzing two first day covers (envelopes with commemorative stamps, appropriate postmark and artwork) By using the teacher provided questions and quotes from the events students will understand how the events are tied together. Students will also see that non vi
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5th - 12th
Connotation & Denotation Power Point Presentation
One of the first mini lessons I teach my 9th grade scholars at the beginning of the academic year before I introduce the first set of 5000 SAT Vocabulary Every College-Bound Student Should Know is the Denotation and Connotation mini lesson.
Granted, this is a skill my scholars should have acquired well before they have entered my grade level. Therefore, I have included this mini lesson in my battery of diagnostics administered to start the semester.
I recommend you download the Denotation and
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6th - 12th
Four Types of Conflict--Mini Lesson
Mini lesson covering the four types of conflict found in literature. This mini lesson includes internal and external conflict, man vs. man, man vs. self, man vs. nature, man vs. society, definitions, examples, and video links.
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6th - 10th
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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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