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7th grade english language arts rubrics for Easel Activities
Personal Narrative Writing Unit | Brainstorm Graphic Organizer Checklist Rubric
Personal Narrative Unit | Brainstorming, Graphic Organizers, Templates, Checklist, Rubric with PowerPoint & Google Slides for Narrative Writing Unit BundleTeaching the Personal Narrative Unit is easy, fun, engaging, and NO PREP with this Personal Narrative Complete Unit Bundle for your middle school classroom. Start with the narrative writing steps in the PowerPoint or Google Slides. Students will learn how to brainstorm personal narrative writing with guided graphic organizers and templates
Grades:
7th - 10th
Distance Learning How to Write a Great Speech
Writing and performing a speech can be one of the most challenging tasks for students. These eight simple steps take the fear out of speech writing and turn it into a simple and doable task. Interesting examples are provided, so your students can see how easy it can be to come up with an engaging topic. Then, step-by-step instructions keep the student moving through the task, providing simple guidelines and examples along the way.Helpful tips for practicing and delivering the speech are also off
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4th - 8th
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Student Choice Biography Research Project — Secondary ELA — CCSS Rubric
Do you want to teach your students the format of a short biography? This no-prep biography research project guides students through the research and reporting on a significant figure of their choice! It will shepherd student learning from the selection and planning process to the creation of a polished essay using thoughtfully scaffolded and tested activities. Designed as a weeks-long research unit, this product includes (See PREVIEW):The Basics of MLA Style PowerPoint presentation to assist wit
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6th - 10th
Text Dependent Opinion Writing Text Based Opinion Writing Graphic Organizer Mars
Get your students ready for state writing tests with these differentiated paired passages, mentor texts, and writing prompts that are perfect for opinion, persuasive, or argumentative essays. Both articles have been updated for 2024. One article is a first-person reflection on space flight by an author who grew up in Florida during the Space Shuttle era. The second article is informational, explaining what NASA is doing to get ready for a Mars mission. During close reading, your students pick
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5th - 7th
Also included in: Opinion or Persuasive Writing Bundle, Text Dependent Writing, Easel
Create Your Own Superhero Storytelling Project! — ELA or Art — CCSS Rubrics
How do you write a superhero story? How are comics books created? This no-prep storytelling lesson includes everything students need to create their own superhero story! Designed for English or art classrooms, this project guides students through the invention of their own superhero and the development of an accompanying superhero narrative. An exciting and engaging learning experience your students will never forget, this resource also addresses 8 Common Core ELA Standards and 2 Common Core Art
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6th - 10th
Procedural Writing Distance Learning Unit-Printable and Digital Version
Teaching Procedural Writing is fun with this common core aligned unit. From anchor chart ideas and graphic organizers, to planning templates and rubrics, it has everything you'll need to teach Procedural Writing. It includes a choice of 2 craft activities for your elementary and middle school students to complete, as a basis for their procedural writing, and some video clips for you to use as examples. The detailed lesson plans take you through each step of the teaching process; from the introd
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3rd - 8th
Also included in: Writing Unit Bundle Distance Learning
Horror Writing Workshop – ELA – Genre Creative Writing Unit w/ CCSS Rubrics PPT
Interested in teaching students how to write a spooky horror story? Looking for the perfect creative writing unit to engage all learners? This no-prep horror and suspense creative writing unit will guide you from start to finish, comprehensively facilitating the analysis, development, and creation of frightening and suspenseful narratives.An ideal fall creative writing unit, this 22-page and 14-slide unit includes the following activities and assignments (See PREVIEW):A "Horror Writing Workshop"
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7th - 10th
Sensory Poem Template & Rubric: Poetry For Any Subject
Sensory poems are a blast! My students just finished a "Thanksgiving Sensory Poem." The final products were incredible. I want to do more sensory poetry! Therefore, I created a template and rubric that would fit ANY subject.This download includes a sensory poem template for any subject and a rubric for easy assessment.This is perfect for whole teach or a writing station. At our writing station, I handed out sensory language (found on the Internet) to help guide students. This handout included wo
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2nd - 7th
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Also included in: Writing Bundle: Handouts, Alliteration, Poetry, Rubrics and More
ESL Reading Comprehension - Ghost Stories
ESL Reading - Ghost Stories (Southern States Edition) is for beginner and intermediate ESL students. Students will read local folklore while studying the culture of the United States. The edition includes four stories:1. "Huggin' Molly" from Alabama2. "Mammoth Cave" from Kentucky3. "The Gray Man" from South Carolina4. "Ghost Girl" from North CarolinaMaterials are student-tested and include the following:* speaking practice* high interest texts* scaffolding of higher order skills* formative
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Digital Peer Evaluation Activity and Rubric for Group Projects Remote Learning
This document is a peer evaluation for group work, namely group projects. Many students worry about those who do not complete their "fair share" of the project. This is a way to hold all students accountable. There is a digital activity option, which is great for accountability during hybrid, remote, distance learning! They can complete the rubric online!I use the included rubric as a guideline for how students can evaluate each other. I tell them they must use the wordage from the rubric to jus
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6th - 8th
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Persuasive Writing with anchor charts / posters tasks rubric / Printable Digital
BEST SELLER! Persuasive writing is easy and engaging with the OREO method! This resource includes:- persuasive writing anchor chart using OREO (opinion, reason, examples, re-state opinion)- sentence starter poster- rough draft worksheet- good copy paper (in 3 different line sizes for differentiation)- persuasive writing rubricThis product is a printable resource and digital through EASEL for easy sharing in Google Classroom.Perfect for:teaching, practicing, and assessing persuasive writingclassr
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1st - 8th
Informational Text Writing Rubric
An Informational Text Writing Rubric that is a useful tool for evaluation and assessment of writing informative or explanatory texts. Given prior to a writing assignment, it will help students pay attention to details and convey ideas clearly and accurately. Determine whether writing exceeds, meets, or does not meet standards for ideas, organization, style, and conventions. Students can use the rubric for self-evaluation and peer review. Teachers can use it as an assessment. Includes teacher dir
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Middle School Writing Rubrics BUNDLE
Create a Children's Book! — ELA Art — Creative Story Writing Unit — CCSS Rubric
This no-prep art and writing project provides your students with everything they need to create their own children’s narrative storybook! The two-week unit starts with an introductory presentation, continues with straightforward and fun planning activities, and culminates with the creation of a children's book!Designed for both English or art classrooms, this product connects 8 ELA Common Core Standards and 2 Common Core Arts standards to a creative experience your students will love! Included w
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5th - 8th
End-of-the-Year Reflection Essay — Time Capsule, Writing, CCSS Rubric
Conclude the school year by giving students the opportunity to reflect on their experience in your class. Designed to work in any classroom grades 5-12, these scaffolded activities allow your students to remember and reflect on what they have learned while also providing them a final opportunity to hone their expository essay writing skills. Ideal for a final-week assignment or a multiple-day final exam, your purchase includes (See PREVIEW):A reflection essay assignment sheet with essay rational
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5th - 12th
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Coronavirus vs Spanish Flu Compare Contrast Essay Writing Test Prep Text Based
Get your students ready for state writing tests with these two paired passages and an expository writing prompt that will take your students back to 1918 so they can compare and contrast the Spanish Flu with their own experiences with COVID-19. Assign this resource digitally through Easel for TpT or print out the PDF for in-person learning. Either way, students will perform a close reading of both expository articles -- one for each pandemic -- fill out a Venn diagram, organize their writing wi
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Compare and Contrast Essay Bundle, Text Dependent Writing
Science Fiction Writing Workshop – Secondary ELA – Genre Unit w/ CCSS Rubrics
Are you preparing to teach the elements of science fiction writing? This no-prep Science Fiction Writing Workshop is a comprehensive creative writing unit that will guide you and your students step-by-step through key science fiction concepts and the narrative writing process, facilitating the analysis, development, and creation of creative narratives in the genre of science fiction.This 25-page and 17-slide unit includes the following activities and assignments (See PREVIEW):A "Science Fiction
Grades:
7th - 12th
Cinquain Poetry Template & Rubric: Creative Writing Form
My students LOVE writing poetry. Writing a cinquain is one of their favorite poetry forms.This download includes:A cinquain poetry template with detailed directions, an example of a "cinquain" to guide your students' writing and provided lines to give students an opportunity to write their very own "sloppy copy" of a creative cinquain. As a bonus or extra activity, they can copy their brand-new cinquain onto a clean sheet of paper and illustrate.If you want to grade this assignment, I've inclu
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1st - 7th
Also included in: Writing Bundle: Handouts, Alliteration, Poetry, Rubrics and More
Novel Study Projects and Rubrics Grade 7/8 (Printable + Google Slides™)
These 10 UNIQUE Novel Study Projects and Rubrics for Grades 7/8 can be used with ANY book. Novel study projects provide an engaging way for students to interact with literature, explore themes, and develop a deeper understanding of the books they read. These projects can be used in two ways:Whole-Class Novel Study: If your class is reading a particular novel together, select a project that aligns with the themes and content of the book. Assign this project to all students.Student Choice: If stud
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7th - 8th
Also included in: Grade 7 Ontario 2023 Language Bundle (FULL YEAR)
Writing a Summary Rubrics and Reading Passages with Easel Activity
A writing rubric assessment tool for a short summary. You get two rubrics: one for writing an objective summary and one for writing a summary with critical analysis. You also get two reading passages for students to practice writing summaries (one about Jackie Robinson and one about Navaho Code Talkers). Students write constructed responses to prompts on mastery assessments and must be able to summarize objectively and with analysis and interpretation. Objective summary (no opinion) and Summary
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Middle School Writing Rubrics BUNDLE
Fantasy Writing Workshop – Secondary ELA – Full Genre Unit w/ CCSS Rubrics
Your students will love this no-prep creative fantasy writing unit! “Fantasy Writing Workshop“ is a step-by-step complete narrative writing unit that facilitates the analysis, development, and creation of creative narratives in the allegorical genre of fantasy. Everything you need to teach fantasy writing is here!This 24-page and 18-slide unit includes the following activities and assignments (See PREVIEW):A "Fantasy Writing Workshop" presentation file that addresses the definition and structure
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7th - 10th
Fantasy Writing Checklist
Fantasy Writing Checklist Your students can use this easy-to-read checklist during the revision process - making sure to include an introduction, tell a good story, and wrap it all up with a strong ending. Educators may use the checklist to develop learning targets for lessons. Assign to your students on Easel, print one copy per student, or laminate for future use! Checklist includes -Introduction:I hooked the reader with a sound, dialogue, or exciting event.I described a realistic or imaginary
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2nd - 8th
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Also included in: Writing Checklist Bundle - 7 Writing Checklists for Elementary Students
5th | 6th | 7th Grade Essay Writing Rubric | Explanatory & Argumentative | CCSS
Looking for an "All Inclusive" standards-based essay rubric to use for assessing student writing? One that you can edit to meet your needs? This rubric is promised to become a staple in your classroom. In fact- it may be the last essay rubric you will ever need! Our rubric can be used to evaluate Informative, Persuasive, or Argumentative Essays. Written in student friendly language, this rubric can be used for teacher, peer, or self assessmentAppropriate for Upper Elementary School/ Middle Scho
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5th - 7th
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Civil Rights Leaders Research Paper Project — US History ELA — CCSS Rubric
Explore the influential leaders of the American civil rights movement with this comprehensive research guide. Students will have the opportunity to delve into the lives and legacies of remarkable individuals who played a pivotal role in the fight for equality and social justice. Through carefully scaffolded activities, this guide will support students in conducting research, planning their essay, and crafting a polished piece that highlights their understanding and insights.Immerse your students
Grades:
7th - 10th
Persuasive Writing Distance Learning-Printable and Digital Versions
This persuasive writing unit has everything you need to teach your students how to plan, write, edit and publish a persuasive piece of writing. Students are inspired to produce their best writing when they write about topics that are relevant to their own lives. This unit begins with a persuasive letter from you, their teacher, explaining why you think more homework is a good idea. The letter is already written for you, simply sign your name and it is ready to present to your students. Students
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Writing Unit Bundle Distance Learning
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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.
Discover printable and digital English language arts resources
On TPT, English language arts resources come in various forms: from interactive notebooks and task cards to small-group activities and individual worksheets. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of ELA concepts, or to reteach a tricky concept. By incorporating ELA resources from TPT into your teaching toolbox, you can create an engaging learning experience that strengthens students’ understanding of ELA concepts.
If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable and digital English language arts worksheets, TPT has an extensive collection of resources across topics and grade levels. No matter what ELA topic your students are working on — whether you’re teaching the parts of speech to 1st graders or argumentative essay writing to 10th graders — TPT has instructional materials that are designed to help with any ELA learning need. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning ELA will be so much easier.
Frequently asked questions about teaching English language arts
What types of English language arts lessons are available on TPT?
There are many different types of English language arts resources sold by Sellers on TPT. Some popular ELA lessons include reading, writing, phonics, vocabulary, spelling, and creative writing.
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Educators can save time preparing English language arts lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for ELA resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of ELA lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
How can I make my English language arts lessons fun and engaging?
Students learn best when they're engaged! Sprinkle a little fun into your English Language Arts lessons by using manipulatives, pairing unusual texts like poems and short films together, or doing an escape room activity.
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