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Middle school informational text lectures under $5
Editorial Cartoons Political Cartoons to Teach Persuasion Rhetoric Google Drive
Teach your students how to “read” an editorial or political cartoon with this one-day lesson that can also become part of your regular current event assignment rotation. Perfect for English/Language Arts and History/Social Studies classrooms!The lesson begins with an introduction to four persuasive tools used by editorial cartoonists (symbolism, exaggeration, labeling, and analogy) with real-world examples of classic public domain political cartoons. Then, use modern cartoon examples (links incl
Grades:
6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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CALIFORNIA GOLD RUSH - Reading Passages & Comprehension Questions
7 Reading passages cover the California Gold Rush, Camps and Claims, Sutter's Mill, Mining Methods, Life of a Miner, Gold Rush Merchants, Lasting Impact, and more. Comprehension questions are true or false; multiple choice and open ended, and include both literal and inferential questions. Use for Social Studies (History) and Language Arts (Reading Comprehension). This product is great for Substitute Teachers or for a quick charter school sample, independent reading, homework, or as a supple
Grades:
4th - 6th
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Also included in: Wild, Wild West - Reading Passages & Comprehension - MEGA BUNDLE
Newspaper Article Writing - Journalism Nonfiction Lesson and Graphic Organizers
Newspaper Article Writing - Journalism Nonfiction Lesson and Graphic Organizers: Introduce your students to the world of non-fiction journalistic writing with this ready-to-use lesson. This comprehensive resource is designed to guide students through the process of writing a newspaper article. From understanding the key elements of journalistic writing to organizing their thoughts using the included graphic organizer, this resource provides a step-by-step approach to enhancing students' journali
Grades:
7th - 10th
Annotated Bibliography Mini Lesson
An introduction to the annotated bibliography that will provide your students with an overview of the annotated bibliography as well as opportunity to practice what they learned. Mini Lesson Includes:- Introductory PowerPoint that gives students an overview of the annotated bibliography including its purpose, an example, and needed materials *NOTE: This is a PowerPoint SlideShow and cannot be edited- Guided Notes Sheet for students to use during the PowerPoint lecture- Research question and link
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education
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How To Write A Research Paper and Oral Report PowerPoint
*************************************************************************************************************I HAVE A NEW AND UPDATED 2020 GUIDE TO TEACHING STUDENTS RESEARCH: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Teach-Students-To-Become-Expert-Researchers-And-Avoid-Fake-News-2020-Guide-5193234*************************************************************************************************************The perfect way to introduce students to the world of creating research papers. This fun
Grades:
6th - 10th
Text Features PowerPoint Presentation
This introduction to 27 text features highlights the various print features and visual aids that help students understand nonfiction text, including the table of contents, glossary, index, appendix, captions, diagrams, and maps. Since a key component of this lesson is perusing nonfiction selections at their tables, each of the 27 features also has a slide asking students to find that particular text feature in a book at their tables. The FREE crossword puzzle (http://www.teacherspayteachers.co
Grades:
4th - 10th
Teach How to Write a Research Question and Thesis Statement
This Google Slides presentation walks students through the process of writing a research question and corresponding thesis statement. Print copies of the slides for students to use in their notes.
Grades:
8th - 12th
Nonfiction Notice and Note Signposts Google Slides Notes
This Google Slides presentation is intended to be used as direct instruction for the Nonfiction Notice and Note Signposts Close Reading Strategy written by Kylene Beers and Robert Probst. This resource includes:Whole group discussion questionsOverview of the signposts strategy for close readingBreakdown of the 5 signposts for nonfiction with definition, anchor questions, and what each signpost may teachVideo examples of each signpostTo put the signposts into practice, have students conduct a clo
Grades:
6th - 8th
A Tale of Two Cities Introduction
Background information on Charles Dickens and A Tale of Two CitiesDynamic multimedia Prezi (41 "clicks") with Guided Notes Handout (4 pages, 50 fill-in-the-blanks) for students *answer key included!Information Includes:-Charles Dickens' early life and career-Life in London during Dickens' time-General Info about the novel including setting and themes-Relevant literary terms such as allegory, doubles, and paradoxes-Overview of main charactersLecture Length: Approximately 50 minutes**Prezi links a
Grades:
6th - 12th
Celebrations and Traditions from Around the World - Informational Posters/Slides
Take a trip around the world as we discover some of the celebrations and traditions from around the world! This resource includes 23 informational slides filled with pictures, informational passages and interesting facts about 10 unique celebrations. This is a wonderful resource for students learning about celebrations and commemorations in Australia and the world in Human Society and Its Environment (HSIE) (History and Geography) lessons. (ACHASSK065)This resource also includes a research task
Grades:
1st - 6th
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Non-Fiction Text Features Google Slides & Guided Notes
Non-Fiction Text Features Google Slides presentation and guided notes. 9 full color, fully animated slides perfect for reviewing text features and four pages of guided notes to match. A perfect resource to review text features with middle schoolers and the guided notes make a great study guide. Definitions and examples of the following text features include: title, subtitle, heading, bold, italic, glossary, footnote, picture, caption, graph, map, diagram, bullet points, and sidebar.
Grades:
5th - 8th
Non-Fiction Text Features PowerPoint Notes
This PowerPoint presentation can be used as a quick review or as a way to teach the students about non-fiction text features before reading nonfiction and informational texts. For example, I showed my 8th grade students this PowerPoint before we began reading The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens. As I went through the PowerPoint, the students wrote the word and their purpose into a "Non-fiction Text Features Booklet." After they finished taking notes, they were given time in class to either dr
Grades:
3rd - 12th
The Truman Show Themes Slideshow
35 pages of an informational slideshow concerning the following 4 major themes that show up in the film:
* The American Dream
* Reality vs. Illusion
* The Power of the Media
* Utopia vs. Dystopia
Definitions and some important background information included, along with many images and photos to help students.
Grades:
8th - 12th
The Puritans Introduction PowerPoint! American Literature
A great introduction to the Puritans for your American Literature class. I use this every year as our first look at America's early settlers before reading authors such as Anne Bradstreet, Jonathan Edwards, William Bradford, etc.
Please provide feedback so that I may update my products, and keep them relevant to your classroom!
Also see my resource for Anne Bradstreet here: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Anne-Bradstreet-Poetry-Questions-and-Journal-Assignment
Background art by TpT
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Grades:
8th - 12th
INTRODUCTION TO MICROORGANISMS BOOKLET & POWERPOINT
This wonderful booklet AND PowerPoint is perfect for an introduction to microorganisms. It follows my PowerPoint presentation which I have included. There are 2 pages that when copied turn into a powerful 8 page booklet to introduce microorganisms. NO CUTTING...just folding! When you download and print, the copy should look like two mini-pages are upside down. This is perfect for interactive science journals. This product is included in my Microorganisms Bundle 5-8th grades. The PowerPoint h
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Grades:
6th - 9th
MEDIEVAL SCRIBES & THE MAGNA CARTA - Reading Passages & Enrichment Activities
5 reading passages covering the jobs of Medieval Scribes and illuminators, the Magna Carta, Medieval Books, Obtaining the Supplies, and more. Classroom and enrichment activities keep students engaged as they learn. Great for use by substitute teachers, or for homeschooling or co-ops! INCLUDES: 5 Reading PassagesClassroom and Enrichment ActivitiesReview WorksheetTeacher's Key2 Graphic OrganizersOwning a book during the Middle Ages was actually a big deal. Books were rare and expensive because
Grades:
4th - 6th
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Also included in: MEDIEVAL TIMES - CAREERS - SPECIAL BUNDLE
Objective Summary for Literary Texts - Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then
PowerPoint provides notes (how-to) for writing an objective summary for literary texts. This PowerPoint provides the "Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then" method of summary writing. After the notes, you can read a short story or picture book to complete a "SWBST" graphic organizer together as a class for practice. If you purchase the PowerPoint, you can message me and I will send you the guided notes word document that accompanies these notes.
Grades:
4th - 10th
Plot Structure using Frozen
This is only helpful if your students know the movie Frozen. Using the movie, you can teach Plot Structure. Included in the zip file are 2 power points (also converted to PDF). One power point is a slide show to show students in order to refresh their memory of Frozen's plot. It contains 15 slides. The second power point is the Answer Key. Each slide shows which part of the plot structure it follows, and a caption of what is happening in the photo. There is also a blank plot diagram, along with
Grades:
5th - 8th
Introduction to European Explorers Power Point
This short Power Point includes general information about the Age of Exploration. Students will learn about the different motives for
exploration, who inspired them, and basic information about
colonization. This is best used before students begin learning about individual explorers, as they will be learning why these explorers went on their journeys.
This is part of my European Explorers Bundle - don't miss saving a bundle!
Happy Teaching! Martha from "The Owl Spot"
www.teacherspayteac
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Also included in: European Explorers Activity Bundle
Dewey Decimal PowerPoint Presentation
With cute argyle and plaid backgrounds, this 156-slide presentation defines and gives eye-catching examples for each section of the Dewey Decimal System. It could be shown as a presentation or could simply be displayed as a slideshow in your library. I loop mine throughout the day (just change the animation setting to automatic/5 seconds and change the transition to fade, then click on "apply to all"). This visual reminder of the sections of the Dewey helps students locate books they truly WANT
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Grades:
4th - 9th
TRANSCONTINENTAL RAILROAD - Reading Passages and Bingo Review Game
8 Reading passages cover the Transcontinental Railroad, The Central Pacific Railroad, The Union Pacific Railroad, Life on the Job, Immigrant Workers, Promontory Summit, and More. A review game of BINGO rounds out this lesson by reviewing new concepts and vocabulary words in a fun and engaging way. Great for Substitute Teachers!THIS PRODUCT INCLUDES: 8 One-Page Reading Passages of Informational Text 36 Unique Bingo Cards (18 pages with two cards per sheet)The Caller’s Tracking Sheet 24 Calling
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in: WILD WILD WEST - READING PASSAGES AND BINGO - BUNDLE
MEDIEVAL ARCHITECTURE AND SIEGE ENGINES - Reading Passages and Bingo
8 reading passages cover Medieval Architects and Engineers, Castles, Cathedrals, Siege Engines, Romanesque and Gothic Styles, Gargoyles and Grotesques, Peasant Huts, and more. A review game of BINGO rounds out this lesson by reviewing new concepts and vocabulary words in a fun and engaging way. Great for Substitute Teachers!INCLUDES: 8 Reading Passages 36 Unique Bingo Cards (18 pages with two cards per sheet)Bingo Caller’s Tracking Sheet 24 Bingo Word and Clue Cards2 Graphic OrganizersREADING
Grades:
4th - 7th
Writing A Speech Public Speaking PDF File
This PDF file has a number of pages dealing with creating a speech for public speaking. Please note this is the same file as my MS Word Speech file except in PDF format. Thanks.
Included are :
A) A Speech Outline
B) Speech Topics
C) Writing an Introduction
D) Using Cue Cards
E) Writing the Body of Your Speech
F) Writing a Conclusion
G) Student Speech Planner Outline
Very colorful and attractive.
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Rhetorical Appeal PPT with Guided Notes and Independent Common Core Activity
This package includes an introductory powerpoint on the Rhetorical Appeals of Ethos, Pathos, Logos. Student will have written examples and videos to help hit home the differences between the three. In the PPT lecture there is room for group work and interaction. I have included paired notes for the ppt and a great activity where student will have to identify the appeals in nonfiction texts (DOK 1) to comparing and drawing conclusion on the how the appeals affect the way the reader perceives each
Grades:
7th - 12th
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