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Middle school reading lectures
Literary Terms & Devices – 19 Weekly Lectures, Bell-Ringers or Flipped Content
Welcome to Lit. Term Tuesday – an easy way to start your class each Tuesday (or whatever day you want) with a high-interest bell-ringer lecture featuring classic literary devices paired with modern examples with which your students are certain to identify. (These literary device lectures also work great as flipped content for weekly homework assignments on in-class stations.)Sure, everyone knows protagonist and antagonist, but have your students learned about anti-heroes (think: Walter White fro
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8th - 11th
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Outsiders Introductory Lecture, S.E. Hinton The Outsiders, Prezi & Google Slides
The Outsiders by S.E. HintonGrab every eye in the room with this gorgeous 38-slide introduction lecture that provides all of the background information your class will need as you launch your study of S.E. Hinton’s classic novel, The Outsiders.The presentation includes a quickwrite topic that will help make The Outsiders’ characters and themes relevant to your students (15 minutes for writing and discussion). Then, launch the 30-minute lecture which covers S.E. Hinton’s background, the time peri
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7th - 10th
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Commonly Confused Words #1, Homophones, Slides + Note-Keeping Sheets CCSS
Use these beautiful bell-ringer slides to grab your students’ attention at the beginning of class and teach them the right way to use 18 commonly confused word pairs/homophones. Each weekly lesson includes a photo slide prompting students to write a word usage rule (a great way to let you catch your breath and take attendance while they jot down notes) and then apply that rule to three different sentences. An answer key on a separate slide is also included with each week’s lesson. Materials prov
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6th - 8th
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Irony - Funny Real-Life Photo Examples of Situational Irony Presentation Lesson
Irony - Funny Real-Life Photo Examples of Situational Irony Presentation Lesson: Bring humor and comprehension together with this irony in real-life presentation. These engaging slides are not only a source of laughter but will also deepen your students' understanding of situational irony. Students will grasp the nuances of this literary device through amusing real-life examples while enjoying a fun and engaging lesson. Included in This Real-Life Situational Irony Lesson ➡️ Irony in The Real Wor
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6th - 12th
Antigone Unit Sophocles Greek Tragedy Activities Bundle
Make the plot, language, and themes of this Ancient Greek tragedy accessible and relevant to your students. Over 230 PPT slides, 200 printable pages, and 55 different engaging common core activities bring this great play to life in the classroom. For a close look at the Antigone activities, view the preview. This detailed Antigone unit facilitates a deep analysis of the play within the following categories:1) Introduction to the Origins of Greek Tragedy2) Preview of the Oedipus Myth3) Indirect
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
The Outsiders Introduction Presentation - Discussion, Hinton Biography, Context
The Outsiders introduction presentation includes absolutely everything you need to introduce the novel The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton to your students. This interactive PowerPoint presentation includes pre-reading discussion questions, an interactive class activity, a biography of S.E. Hinton, a fun review quiz, and historical context of the 1960s (when the novel is set), and background information on the novel.This is included in our best-selling novel unit plan:>>>The Outsiders Complete
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7th - 10th
Also included in: The Outsiders Unit Plan - S.E. Hinton Novel Study Reading Unit
Irony, Satire, & Parody Lesson, Complete Teaching Unit
In this teaching pack for irony with a lecture, task cards, real-world practice, "info text article," sketch notes, interactive notebook insert, and video clips linked in, you will find everything you need to teach irony and all its nuances and extensions. The materials provided will allow you to seamlessly and creatively cover the basic three types of irony and go beyond those to explain and illustrate satire, sarcasm, and parody to give students the full picture of irony.Included:- Lesson Plan
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Reading Comprehension Skills Teaching Units, BUNDLE of Lessons
Setting Affects Plot & Conflict Lesson, Complete Teaching Unit
Looking for an interesting and engaging way to present how an author's use of setting affects plot? This complete teaching pack for teaching how setting affects conflict has everything you need to teach this skill with ease and success. Student Experience: In this classroom-tested, interactive, photography-inspired activity, students travel around the U.S. while discussing the key element of setting and exploring how it affects plot. Students will first take notes about the skill. Then, they wil
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7th - 11th
Also included in: Reading Comprehension Skills Teaching Units, BUNDLE of Lessons
Mystery Genre PowerPoint Presentation
This presentation includes the elements of a mystery, three rules of crime solving, mystery jargon (such as sleuth, red herring, deduction, interrogate, and culprit), and clues to solving a mystery. I typically have mystery books on display as I give this presentation. The FREE crossword puzzle (http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Mystery-Genre-Crossword-Puzzle) could be completed by students either during or after the presentation. The font is "CHiLLeR" in Windows 7...check compatibil
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4th - 10th
Figurative Language PowerPoint Presentation (108 slides)
This presentation explains and gives examples for 14 types of figurative language. Examples include music lyrics, poems, and short stories. Activities for students are incorporated midway and at the end of the presentation; PLUS, the FREE crossword puzzle (http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Figurative-Language-Crossword) could be completed by students either during or after the presentation. The following types of figurative language are included: metaphor, simile, personification, i
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5th - 9th
Inference Presentation - Introduction to Making Inferences in Reading Slideshow
Inference Presentation - Introduction to Making Inferences in Reading Slideshow is a ready-to-use lesson to help students understand what it means to infer information while reading. Inference is a challenging skill for students to understand and master, but this presentation breaks the reading skill down in detail with examples to help students master the skill and apply it in their reading. The presentation covers topics like inferring in everyday life, practical skills and tips for inferring
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6th - 9th
Wonder Introduction Presentation - Discussion, R.J. Palacio Biography, Context
Wonder introduction presentation includes absolutely everything you need to introduce the novel Wonder by R.J. Palacio to your students. This interactive PowerPoint presentation includes pre-reading discussion questions, an interactive class activity, a biography of Palacio, a fun review quiz, and background information on the novel.This is included in our best-selling novel unit plan:>>> Wonder Unit Plan Included in Wonder Introduction Presentation:➡️ This 15-slide PowerPoint presenta
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4th - 7th
Also included in: Wonder Unit Plan - R.J Palacio Novel Study Reading Unit
The Giver Introduction Presentation - Discussion, Lois Lowry Biography, Context
The Giver introduction presentation includes absolutely everything you need to introduce the novel The Giver by Lois Lowry to your students. This interactive PowerPoint presentation includes pre-reading discussion questions, an interactive class activity, a biography of Lois Lowry, a fun review quiz, novel context and reception, and background information on the novel.This is included in our best-selling novel unit plan:>>>The Giver Unit Plan Included in The Giver introduction presenta
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7th - 10th
Jekyll and Hyde unit
Teaching Robert Louis Stevenson's The Strange Case of Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde?
This product is for you!
150 powerpoint slides providing you with no-prep analysis of every chapter.
Contents:
# Each chapter has at least 5, usually 10 slides exploring:
# Language used, explanation and analysis of different meanings.
# Religious allusion and imagery - explanation and exploration of ideas portrayed about religion in Victorian England.
# Classical and literary allusion - explanation and analysis
# Ch
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7th - 12th
| NONFICTION STUDY | I Am Malala Introductory Unit Presentation
!! PLEASE VIEW THE PREVIEW FOR A SNAPSHOT OF THE PRODUCT !!Use this as an introductory lesson for either the I Am Malala: How One Girl Stood Up for Education and Changed the World: Young Readers' Edition or I Am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban. This presentation is a perfect tool to get your students prepped for a unit about Malala Yousafzai and/or conflict within the Middle East as it relates to women's and children's rights. If any information provided w
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6th - 12th
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To Kill a Mockingbird, Lecture Slides + Quickwrite to Launch Harper Lee’s Novel
Grab every eye in the room with this 30-slide lecture that provides all of the background information your class will need as you launch your study of Harper Lee’s classic American novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. Downloads in Prezi, PDF, and Google Slides versions.The presentation includes a quickwrite topic that will help make To Kill a Mockingbird’s characters and themes relevant to your students (15 minutes for writing and discussion). Then, launch into the 30-minute lecture which covers Harper
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8th - 11th
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Holes Introduction Presentation - Discussion, Louis Sachar Biography, & Context
Holes introduction presentation includes absolutely everything you need to introduce the novel Holes by Louis Sachar to your students. This interactive PowerPoint presentation includes pre-reading discussion questions, novel cover analysis, a biography of Louis Sachar, a fun review quiz, genre, and background information on the novel.This is included in our best-selling novel unit plan:>>> Holes Unit Plan Included in The Holes Introduction Presentation:➡️ This 16-slide PowerPoint presen
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Holes Unit Plan - Louis Sachar Novel Study Reading Unit
Irony Bell Ringers - Funny Situational Irony Literary Device Posters or Warm Ups
Irony Bell Ringers - Funny Situational Irony Literary Device Posters or Warm Ups: These engaging irony bell-ringers will not only entertain your students but also deepen their comprehension of situational irony. Featuring 30 hilarious examples that embody true irony, this PowerPoint presentation and bell-ringer response booklet encourages student participation by having them share why each situation is ironic. Whether through lively class discussions or written responses, this resource infuses h
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6th - 12th
Hatchet Introduction Presentation - Discussion, Gary Paulsen Biography, Context
Hatchet introduction presentation includes absolutely everything you need to introduce the novel Hatchet by Gary Paulsen to your students. This interactive PowerPoint presentation includes pre-reading discussion questions, a biography of Paulsen, a fun review quiz, genre, and novel context and background information.This is included in our best-selling novel unit plan:>>>Hatchet Unit Plan Included in Hatchet Introduction Presentation:➡️ This 15-slide PowerPoint presentation is the perf
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Hatchet Unit Plan - Gary Paulsen Novel Study Reading Unit
Introduction to Ancient Greek Mythology Presentation
Use this presentation to introduce your students to Greek Mythology including background on the Ancient Greek people, brief outline of Greek creation myth, a few well-known creatures of mythology, characteristics of Olympians, description of 16 gods and goddesses.
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*Provides background information about the Ancient Greek culture
*Gives overview of Greek Creation Myth
*Features 16 gods and goddesse
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6th - 12th
Tangerine by Edward Bloor - Reading Comprehension Questions & PowerPoint BUNDLE
The Reading Comprehension Questions are a 22-page editable Word document containing 123 questions (multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and short essay questions) for Tangerine by Edward Bloor organized by chapter. They can be used as a study guide, homework questions, quizzes, or tests. The chapter title is listed before each section to make targeting sections that need review very easy. This method of organization also makes it easy for you as a teacher to pull just the questions that you need.
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5th - 8th
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Percy Jackson and the Olympians The Lightning Thief Introduction Presentation
Percy Jackson and the Olympians The Lightning Thief Introduction Presentation includes absolutely everything you need to introduce the novel The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan to your students. This interactive PowerPoint presentation includes pre-reading discussion questions, an interactive class activity, a biography of Riordan, a fun review quiz, background information on the novel, and Greek mythology context.This is included in our unit plan for the novel:>>>The Lightning Thief Un
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6th - 9th
The Outsiders Analysis Notes - Presentation Analyzing Literary Devices
The Outsiders analysis notes will help you review the most important literary devices in The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton. This 26-slide PowerPoint presentation shares some of the most important literary elements in the novel organized by chapter. The notes address characterization, theme, symbolism, allusion, and more. The notes can be used for students to copy, or they can be used as discussion starters. After using this presentation, your students will have a much deeper understanding of the nove
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7th - 10th
Also included in: The Outsiders Unit Plan - S.E. Hinton Novel Study Reading Unit
Spanish Reading Passages- Biografias (A BEST seller!)
UPDATE!!Biographies PART 2! LOOK!!!! click here >>>>>>>part 2 available now! Easier biographies for the lower grades. 20 biographies for students 3rd grade and above. Please note the biographies are in SPANISH.Great for dual language classrooms and bilingual education.Designed for bilingual elementary students but perfect for Spanish I. Includes the short biography ofJohn F. KennedyAnne FrankDaliHelen KellerCesar ChavezPablo PicassoSonia SotomayorHillary ClintonBill ClintonG
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2nd - 12th
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