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Close reading Common Core RI.7.1 lessons
The Monsters Are Due on Maple Street Teleplay Short Story Unit Grade 7
The Monsters are Due on Maple Street by Rod Serling (Twilight Zone) Teleplay UnitThis is the Short Story of the Month Club, Grade 7: October Selection – Click here to read more about the Short Story of the Month Club!Skills Focus:Mood & ToneThemeElements of PlotConflictFinding Text EvidenceComparing Multiple Versions in Multiple FormatsVocabulary Practice Standardized Test FormatIdentifying Supporting Details (Informational Text)Listening ComprehensionSee the list of activities below for a
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7th
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A Christmas Carol Drama/Play by Israel Horovitz Short Story Unit Grade 7
A Christmas Carol: Scrooge and Marley, Acts I & II, by Israel HorowitzThis is the Short Story of the Month Club, Grade 7: November Selection – Click here to read more about the Short Story of the Month Club!Skills Focus:Elements of DramaTrace the Development of ThemeConnotation vs. DenotationConflict: Man vs. SupernaturalProvide an Objective SummaryCompare Historical vs. Fictional AccountsComparing Multiple Versions in Multiple FormatsSee the list of activities below for a COMPLETE list of
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6th - 8th
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RACE Writing Strategy: Lesson and Practice
When I first started teaching the RACE strategy for constructed response, I was blown away by how much my students’ writing improved. Often times they had the correct answer, but the way in which they were constructing the answer cost them precious points on tests and benchmarks. RACE is an acronym for Restate, Answer, Cite, and Explain. It is easy to remember and students pick up on it very quickly. I used a variation of this lesson for an observation my very first year of teaching and got rave
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6th - 9th
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SPORTS Bundle: Informational Text Close Reading Passages for BIG KIDS
Sometimes it helps to add some “star power” to your reading comprehension activities. I know for my sports-obsessed readers, nothing captures their attention quite like their favorite sports teams and athletes.With that in mind, I created these sets of close reading passages that feature several of today’s best NBA and NFL players. I've also included a set of baseball passages that feature the stories behind the most well-known baseball traditions.This bundle gives you a nice selection sports re
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4th - 7th, Staff
Problem - Solution Nonfiction Text Structure - Doodle Notes & 6 Fun Activities
This “Doodle and Do” resource includes DOODLE NOTES to help students develop understanding of the Problem-Solution Nonfiction Text Structure AND six activities that students can DO to help them showcase their learning. Since the doodle notes (or sketch notes) encourage students to color, doodle, and/or embellish their notes as they learn, they are able to increase their retention of the material. Then, they can take their learning to a new level as they progress through engaging activities tha
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5th - 8th
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Argumentative Passages & Question Sets - RI.6.8 Analyzing Argumentative Texts
If you're wondering how to help your students master analyzing arguments, don't miss these high-interest argumentative passages! These argumentative texts will help your students feel confident tracing and evaluating arguments in no time. The engaging and relevant topics combined with scaffolded questions will help your students become well-prepared to analyze (& draft) arguments!✔ Check out the PREVIEW for more information!Students are likely to encounter argumentative texts more often than
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5th - 7th
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ELA Summer School Curriculum Bundle - Grades 6-8 Digital for Distance Learning
Complete ELA Summer School Bundle will provide you all of the lessons, materials, and activities to teach summer school- ZERO prep involved! From introduction activities and procedure slides (introduced using fun memes) to specific reading and writing strategies that have been the most beneficial to my struggling readers and writers. This is a digital and printable resource. It can be used for distance or e-learning. This unit will contain a Google File Link Page that will provide you with a Goo
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6th - 8th
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Middle School Earth Science Changes to the Earth's Surface and Earth's Systems
Are you looking for an Earth Science Bundle? This is a bundle of resources on Earth Science for Middle School. Purchase together here and save 20%. This resource is designed to meet the NGSS Disciplinary Core Ideas: History of The Planet Earth, Plate Tectonics and Large-Scale System Interactions, Earth's Materials and Systems, and the Role of Water in Earth's Surface Processes. Students will be engaged in hands-on labs and close reading passages to learn about Earth Systems and how they continua
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6th - 8th
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MS-ESS1-4
, MS-ESS2-3
, MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS2-1
Text Structure Graphic Organizers- with paired mentor texts!
Text Structure Graphic Organizers with Paired Mentor TextsWe all hope that students come into our middle and high school ELA classrooms with the ability to identify text structure. However, this is not always the reality! Even if students do come into class with some knowledge of text structure, they lack the ability to make connections between elementary level cause and effect understanding and the high expectations demanded by Common Core writing. This print and go resource bridges the gap so
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6th - 9th
Article of the Week Non-Fiction Articles Bundle #1
Article of the Week Non-Fiction High-Interest Articles Bundle #1 | PDF and Digital Formats: This resource contains 10 high-interest non-fiction articles and reading activities to assist with reading comprehension, standardized test prep and cross-curricular learning. This resource contains individual PDFs of student pages to assist with online learning i.e. Google Classroom as well as Google Slides formatted lessons for 1:1 schools. Resource Includes:10 high-interest non-fiction articles 7 Readi
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6th - 8th
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CSI Informational Text Digital Escape - Central Idea - Text Features- Close Read
Elevate your middle school English lessons with this captivating digital escape room designed to reinforce informational text standards. Dive into a world of exploration as students unravel text features, decode text structures, and grasp central ideas in a fun and interactive way. Ideal for whole-class, small group, or individual participation, this no-prep activity is the perfect blend of education and entertainment!Key Features: High-Engagement Challenge: Immerse your students in an exciting
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6th - 9th
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Reading Comprehension Passages & Close Reading Passages for Middle School Work
The Reading Comprehension Passages with test prep-type questions include high-interest topics that help sneak in ELA test prep for middle school & 5th grade. The 4 engaging informational reading passages are the perfect close reading passages for your upper elementary or middle school classroom during the first month of school, the weeks leading up to Halloween, for state test practice, or any time of the year.Great to use as back to school reading passages with comprehension questions becau
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5th - 8th
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Citing Evidence Lesson: PowerPoint for Text Dependent Essay Prep! +Worksheets!
This is a ready-to-teach PowerPoint lesson on Citing Evidence / Locating Text Based Facts. Appropriate for middle and high school. 5th/6th Grade Edition is here.
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Contains over 40 slides and two 2-sided worksheets that accompany the prese
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6th - 12th
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Martin Luther King Jr.'s I Have a Dream: Week-long Unit with Station Activities
MLK’s “I Have a Dream” Week-long Unit with Station Activities!Why teach “I Have a Dream” with Stations? Frankly, there are just so many wonderful concepts to explore with this great American speech that it would be a shame to only devote your classes’ attention to one or two aspects. “I Have a Dream” is a treasure trove for English teachers! Not only is it one of the most significant speeches in American history, it also provides the perfect opportunity to utilize nearly all the Common Core info
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7th - 10th
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Groundhog Day Non-Fiction Article
Have your students embark on an educational journey with this Groundhog Day Non-Fiction Article created for middle school students. Discover the historical and current traditions of the holiday with this Groundhog Day Non-Fiction Article. This resource contains 3 post-reading activities for students to practice their reading comprehension skills and encourage cross-curricular learning.Resource Includes:Engaging Non-Fiction Article: This article will help students learn about the origins and trad
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Article of the Week Holidays Around The World Non-Fiction Articles
Fall Informational Reading Bundle
Halloween and Fall are excellent times to bring seasonal reading into the classroom. Save 25% by buying this bundle of reading packets. Watch this short video to get a preview:Fall Informational Reading Bundle VideoPlease click on the following links to get detailed descriptions of the four products this bundle contains:Fall Informational Reading - All About Candy CornFall Informational Reading - The Truth About Vampire BatsFall Informational Reading - The Mystery of the Salem Witches Solved? Fa
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5th - 8th
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ESL Lesson Plans| ESL Halloween | ESL Curriculum
Are you looking for an engaging ESL lesson? This ESL lesson includes vocabulary, speaking, writing and listening activities for ESL students. Also included in this ESL lesson is a Digital Version! This ESL lesson is perfect for newcomers, intermediate, and advanced ESL students. In this ESL lesson students will have access to speaking and vocabulary activities. Also, ESL students will access the four domains of language. Join the Close Read of the Month Club today! Every month you will have less
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3rd - 12th
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The Mystery of the Loch Ness Monster Non-Fiction Article
The Mystery of the Loch Ness Monster Non-Fiction Article PDF and Digital Formats: Students will learn about the mystery surrounding the Loch Ness Monster in this non-fiction article. This resource contains 1 non-fiction article and 3 reading activities to assist with reading comprehension, standardized test prep and cross-curricular learning. This resource contains individual PDFs of student pages to assist with online learning i.e. Google Classroom as well as Google Slides formatted lessons for
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Article of the Week Non-Fiction Articles Bundle #1
Alcatraz Non-Fiction Article
Alcatraz Non-Fiction Article | PDF and Digital Formats: Students will learn about Alcatraz a former maximum-security prison in this non-fiction article. This resource contains 1 non-fiction article and 3 reading activities to assist with reading comprehension, standardized test prep and cross-curricular learning. This resource contains individual PDFs of student pages to assist with online learning i.e. Google Classroom as well as Google Slides formatted lessons for 1:1 schools. Resource Include
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Article of the Week Non-Fiction Articles Bundle #2
Article of the Week Holidays Around The World Non-Fiction Articles
Help bring more diversity into your classroom with this holidays around the world non-fiction articles bundle. This resource contains 14 high-interest non-fiction articles and post-reading activities to assist with reading comprehension, standardized test prep, and cross-curricular learning.Article Topics:Chinese New YearLunar New YearGroundhog DayValentine's DayDaylight SavingSt. Patrick's DayApril Fools' DayEarth DayRamadanHalloweenDiwaliHanukkahChristmasKwanzaaResource Includes:14 high-intere
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6th - 8th
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Smartphone Addiction Non-Fiction Article
Middle school teachers are your students addicted to their phones? Help them learn about this addiction and how to break this habit with this Smartphone Addiction Non-Fiction Article. This exceptional resource is designed to engage and educate your students about the signs of smartphone addiction while providing valuable suggestions for fostering healthy smartphone habits. This resource provides three enriching reading activities that accompany the article. These activities are meticulously desi
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Article of the Week Non-Fiction Articles Bundle #3
Article of the Week Non-Fiction Articles Bundle #2
Article of the Week Non-Fiction High-Interest Articles Bundle #2 | PDF and Digital Formats: This resource contains 10 high-interest non-fiction articles and reading activities to assist with reading comprehension, standardized test prep and cross-curricular learning. These articles are also great for sub plans. This resource contains individual PDFs of student pages to assist with online learning, i.e. Google Classroom as well as Google Slides formatted lessons for 1:1 schools.Resource Includes:
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6th - 8th
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TEST PREP - ESCAPE ROOM - Close Reading & More - High Interest!
Transform test preparation into an exciting adventure with this state-test prep digital escape room! Perfect for reading and writing standardized testing review, this immersive activity is designed for middle schoolers. Say goodbye to tedious preparations and hello to a high-energy, escape game that your students will enjoy!Key Features: Custom Breakout Website: A dedicated platform for a seamless and immersive escape room experience.Breakout Signs for a Photobooth: Enhance the fun with photo-wo
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Middle School ELA Digital Escape Room Bundle: 5 Engaging Challenges
The D.B. Cooper Mystery Non-Fiction Article
The D.B. Cooper Mystery Non-Fiction Article | PDF and Digital Formats: Students will learn about the mystery surrounding the only unsolved skyjacking in American history in this non-fiction article. In 1971, a man boarded an airplane and sent his demands to the FBI. He escaped with the ransom money and was never heard from again. This resource contains 1 non-fiction article and 3 reading activities to assist with reading comprehension, standardized test prep and cross-curricular learning. This r
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Article of the Week Non-Fiction Articles Bundle #1
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