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Short stories Common Core W.7.3 thematic unit plans
Distance Learning Short Story Passage No Prep ELA Suspense Mystery
This 48 page resource is a 4,500 word short story and meets CCSS for middle school reading and writing. It is the story of a boy discovering his new friend is actually a ghost and she needs his help. This close reading lesson is 99 pages long. This resource is the answered teacher copy (48 pages), with the blank student copy (48 pages), there is also a link for projecting or giving to students that are distance learning. As well - this is a TpT Digital Activity. That means students can complete
Grades:
2nd - 10th, Adult Education
Also included in: Summer Reading Comprehension Context Clues Daily Reading Writing Bundle
Abuela Invents the Zero RACES Response Digital & Printable for Distance Learning
"Abuela Invents the Zero" is about a teenage girl that is conflicted between her American and Puerto Rican identities. When her grandmother visits from Puerto Rico she is faced with challenging circumstances. This short story teaches a lesson about how life experiences can shape our values. Students will practice their reading comprehension as they focus on theme and respond to the characters' actions. Students will also practice writing short answer responses using the RACE writing acronym a
Grades:
7th - 9th
The Tell Tale Heart Unit - Reading Comprehension and Narrative Writing
The Tell Tale Heart by Edgar Allan Poe is a Gothic tale of psychological horror. The insane first person narrator tells his story of murdering an elderly man because of his "evil" eye. This classic short story is a fantastic way to introduce the elements of suspense and horror fiction. Students will learn new vocabulary and will practice reading comprehension as they respond to the narrator's actions. Students will also practice writing short answer responses using the RACE writing acronym as
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: Full of Suspense - Reading Comprehension & Narrative Writing Bundle
Thank You, M'am Reading Comprehension Printable & Digital
"Thank You M'am" is set in Harlem during the 1920's. The author, Langston Hughes, exposes the African American experience and the dignity of the common people against the backdrop of the city. This short historical fiction offers a great cross-curricular connection. Students will practice their reading comprehension as they focus on theme and respond to the characters' actions. Students will also practice writing short answer responses using the RACE writing acronym as a guide. The worksheet
Grades:
7th - 10th
Short Story Bundle - Literary Analysis Activities for Secondary - Digital, Print
This short story bundle features literary analysis worksheets and activities for classic short stories that students love! Enhance your narrative reading unit with these anchor charts, graphic organizers, pre-reading activities, comprehension questions, vocabulary worksheets, and assessments! Suitable for online learning and Google Classroom®. ⚡️⚡️⚡️ Save over 50% with the bundled discount! ⚡️⚡️⚡️Short stories included with this bundle:1. “The Lottery” by Shirley JacksonExamine conformity, supe
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Spooky Story Writing for Middle School: 6 Week Creative Writing Unit
This creative writing unit on How to Write Spooky Stories is designed to provide a flexible framework with a wide variety of individual, group and full-class lessons. The unit can be taught in four to six weeks depending upon the amount of class time available. This unit includes 115 pages of materials, including five full short stories that correspond with particular lessons.The unit is broken down as follows:IdeasWhere do we get good ideas for stories? Because students often struggle with idea
Grades:
5th - 12th
Dystopia Bundle - Create a Dystopia + 3 Short Story Lesson Plans
Students begin by studying characteristics of a dystopia and creating their own dystopian society, before studying three engaging dystopian short stories (Harrison Bergeron, We Ate the Children Last, and A Sound of Thunder). Each short story lesson plan has up to a week's work of activities such as pre and post reading questions, written responses, creative extension activities, text vs movie worksheets and online jeopardy games.
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Grades:
5th - 12th
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The Monkey's Paw - Suspenseful Short Story Reading Comprehension
The Monkey's Paw is a historical Gothic tale by W.W. Jacobs that revolves around a magical monkey's paw that is said to grant three wishes to its owner. When the paw falls into the hands of the White family, they are initially skeptical of its powers but eventually succumb to temptation and make a wish. However, they soon discover that the fulfillment of their wishes comes with dire and unforeseen consequences leading to a series of tragic events. This short story is a fantastic way to introduc
Grades:
7th - 10th
Also included in: Full of Suspense - Reading Comprehension & Narrative Writing Bundle
Born Worker Reading Comp. & Compare Contrast Essay in Digital & Printable
Students will explore the Mexican-American experience in this short story, "Born Worker" written by Gary Soto. The plot is about two cousins that become business partners, despite their differences in lifestyle and values. When an emergency occurs on the job site the contrasting relationship between the cousins is highlighted. This short story teaches a lesson about how life experiences can shape our values. Students will practice their reading comprehension as they focus on theme and respon
Grades:
7th - 9th
Distance Learning Short Story Passage w/Language Arts Activities
This short story (3,400 words) not only shines a light on building friendships, but it also encourages perseverance in the face of challenges. It includes a detailed story structure portion, figurative language work, vocabulary and context clue work, and a write your own ending activity. There is a student copy as well as a teacher copy with answers and examples. The standards met with this lesson are included for 6th grade, 7th grade, and 8th grade. If you and your students enjoy the product, i
Grades:
4th - 9th
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