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Creative writing Common Core RI.8.2 resources for products for TpT sellers
Princess Bride Film Study, Movie Guide + Activities, PDF & Google Drive, CCSS
William Goldman’s The Princess Bride is the perfect fairy tale to use with secondary students, but it’s not enough to just hit “play” on the DVD. Instead, add a layer of rigor to your students’ study of The Princess Bride with this packet of print-and-teach materials that will take four days to complete while entertaining and challenging your teens.Materials in this 18-page film study include (PDF + Google Drive versions of student handouts):• A suggested lesson procedure page with calendar (1 p
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8th - 11th
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Middle School Literacy Stations
An entire year's worth of middle school literacy stations. There are eight stations total. I do two full rotations per grading period so there are a total of 64 different activities in this package. We meet once a week in stations and students complete two stations on that day. They spend about twenty minutes in each station before rotating to the next station. Station rotation orders are also included. Stations included are: word work, read aloud, read independently, learn independently, techn
Grades:
5th - 8th
Writing: Interacitve Foldable Organizers and Practice
Bring your students’ writing notebooks to life with folding writing organizers and lessons for each writing task!
This product contains everything you need to teach writing. Step-by-step guided instructions with photos, writing prompts, examples for modeling, and dozens of folding organizers are included!
Like many teachers, I often used graphic organizers to help students plan and organize their ideas for writing. Unfortunately, students are easily bored by regular organizers and many kids pr
Grades:
6th - 8th
Earth Day Activities Nonfiction Information Reading Test Prep
Ready-to-use and rigorous. Share Earth Day with your students by reading informational texts that explain the celebration. They'll practice finding the main idea, locating text evidence, author purpose & point of view. Round out the lesson by challenging students to create an upscale project -- perfect creative activity.This resource includes:informational text about the history of Earth Day and how it has changedcomprehension questionspractice identifying main ideas and types of supporting
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5th - 8th
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THE HOBBIT MEGA BUNDLE: Intro, Close reading, Review, Test, Essays, Book writing
"There is more in you of good than you know, child of the kindly West."(from the last conversation between Thorin Oakenshield and Bilbo Baggins) WHY "THE HOBBIT"? "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien is an extraordinary novel, and if you're here, you probably think so too. Not only does it offer a captivating, exciting, funny, and at times even touching story, but it also takes the reader on a real journey of growth, hand in hand with its protagonist, Bilbo Baggins. That's why it's always an exception
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Introduction to Journalism for Google Apps
Introduction to Journalism for Google Apps. This ELA is suitable for Gr 7-10 and aligns with the standards in most educational jurisdictions. This Introduction to Journalism Teaching Packet is also available inPDF here.</a>Included in this resource Journalism/News unit for Google Slides:Introductory media activities that focus on critical thinking skills.Tasks focusing on analyzing news and news trends.Compare and contrast tasks that focus on past and present and various media sources. Ta
Grades:
7th - 10th
Identity Activities for Middle and High School Students
Looking to dig into identity with high interest texts to engage your middle and high school students? This unit designed to examine the effect of stereotypes on a person's identity. Activities include standards aligned questions, written short response, narrative writing, and a choice board with digital options are perfect for middle and high school students. Included texts are:America Ferrera’s TED Talk “My Identity is my Superpower”Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s TED Talk “Danger of a Single Story”
Grades:
6th - 12th
Arts Integration Language Arts Lesson Bundle
This bundle contains four of my most popular products at a special price. (1) Critical Thinking with Famous PhotographsThis mini-unit takes two-three days, depending on the depth at which you choose to take it, and leaves students wanting to know more. And, to set the mood, don't forget to add some sad, moving classical music (I recommend "Theme to Schindler's List," "The Pathetique Sonata," and "Graceful Ghost.") playing softly in the background as students read. The photographs and correspondi
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7th - 10th
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Back to School Activities Creative Writing Magazine All about Me
Get to know your students with this fun and creative writing activity. Your students will design and write a magazine about themselves. Print, digital, and easel versions make this super easy to implement - and your students will love this!This is what you'll get:print (color & blackline), digital, and easel versions of this resourceeditable pagesbrainstorming sheetcover templatefillable table of contentsfeature article page with space for graphicsfeature collage sheetrubriclesson plansstu
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Back to School Planning Bundle Reading, Writing, Research Activities
THE HOBBIT - End-of-novel activities (TEST, ESSAYS, COLLABORATIVE BOOK WRITING)
"There is more in you of good than you know, child of the kindly West."(from the last conversation between Thorin Oakenshield and Bilbo Baggins) WHY "THE HOBBIT"? "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien is an extraordinary novel, and if you're here, you probably think so too. Not only does it offer a captivating, exciting, funny, and at times even touching story, but it also takes the reader on a real journey of growth, hand in hand with its protagonist, Bilbo Baggins. That's why it's always an exception
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6th - 8th
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Student Fun ♥ Engagement Language Arts Mini-Bundle Lessons Middle & High School
Fun and challenging standards-based lessons your students will love! ❤️ Preview this Student Fun & Engagement Mini-Bundle for junior high and secondary English Language Arts. 1. Brain Breaks and Creative Dramatics. Your students will LOVE these games! Bundled here are four favorite drama games that my students have played for years, and I’m so excited to be sharing them! Included are "Pantomines," "The Dating Game," "Charades," and "What and Where Improv." Detailed instructions are provid
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8th - 11th
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Samurai Rising Novel Study **UPDATED
This resource is designed to be used during Reading Workshop and is to be used with Samurai Rising by Pamela Turner. The pack has been designed in alignment with Common Core Reading Standards for Grades 6-8.About the Novel: A samurai fights for honor and survival in a real-life Game of Thrones.Stirring narrative nonfiction recounts the rise of Minamoto Yoshitsune from seemingly doomed infant to immortal warrior-hero (and one of the most famous samurai in Japanese history). Acclaimed author Pamel
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: Heroes and Villains Unit BUNDLE
Analyzing Graphs: Bus Ridership Trends, Text & Questions, Middle School
Delve into the complex landscape of bus ridership trends in America with our comprehensive lesson on graph analysis and comprehension. Explore the multifaceted factors contributing to the decline in bus ridership, supported by insightful data and thought-provoking comprehension questions.In this engaging lesson package, students will analyze interactive graphs illustrating the downward trajectory of bus ridership since 2013. They will then delve into an illuminating article highlighting the soci
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6th - 8th
Analyzing Graphs: The Fast Food Labor Shortage, Story Problems, Middle School
Dive into data analysis and mathematical problem-solving with our engaging lesson centered around the Fast Food Labor Shortage graph. Students analyze the graph data to uncover trends and insights, then leverage their creativity to craft story problems reflecting real-world scenarios. With clear guidance and sample problems provided, students develop critical thinking skills while applying mathematical concepts in a meaningful context.Our comprehensive lesson includes a detailed rubric to suppor
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6th - 8th
Springboard Unit 3: The Challenge to Make a Difference Interactive Notebook
This notebook is tied to CA Springboard curriculum for 8th grade students and can be used for any history or English class teaching about the Holocaust. Some slides are pulled directly from Springboard Online and edited to fit the slide style. Slides connected to Springboard curriculum will have a removable label for copyright purposes. Other slides are pulled from reputable education sources as supplemental, adjusted to fit the notebook and will also be labeled with their watermark. Any slides
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Grades:
8th - 12th
CLASS: Mythology and Folklore- ELA 7-12 (EDITABLE)
Unit: Norse Stories- Mythology and Folklore- ELA 7-12 (EDITABLE)Grade Levels: 7-12Creator: Erica VilliloAnchor Standards: All 32 CCSS Anchor StandardsSteps: 115+Original Products: 75+Links to Resources: 100+Rubrics: 5+11 Unit Bundles Include: Introduction, African, Sports, Pirates, Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Arabian, Celtic, Italian, Norse, Greek
Grades:
7th - 12th
First Day Back To School Around the World| ESL-Middle School
How do Students Around the World Begin their School Year? Read about how students around the world celebrate their first day back to school! Middle School ESL-First Day of School Around World. Back to school activities for vocabulary, reading, writing, listening and speaking for ESL/ELL/MLL student of all levels. This reading comprehension activity comes with *reading responses* writing responses *vocabulary activities *graphic organizer for vocabulary building inspired by the 7 steps of vocabu
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5th - 8th
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Let It Shine Movie Form (Fillerwork)
Movie form on Let It Shine, great for before the holiday or summer break or fillerwork in the classroom.
Grades:
8th
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Modern Heroism: An Argumentative Writing Mini-Unit to Pair with The Odyssey!
Do you teach The Odyssey or The Hero's Journey? Do you want to take it to the next level, making the text relevant to students' lives and experiences? Desire to infuse your curriculum with more writing practice? This is the mini-unit for you! This mini-unit focuses on utilizing a popular topic, superheroes and the recent popularity of Marvel movies, to spark informal writing and claim/counterclaim exploration through article study. Examining connections between students’ life experiences, popula
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6th - 12th
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Multicultural Project
This digital PBL is designed to help students explore their identity through the intersectionality of race, ethnicity, culture, and background. It is a follow-up project to the Social Justice Unit where students explore Ibram X. Kendi’s Stamped: The Remix and analyze literary and rhetorical devices in historical speeches (see reading workshop). Throughout the unit, students will demonstrate their understanding of literary and rhetorical devices as they go through the writing process to create a
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7th - 10th
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The Outsiders: Creative Ideas to Expand Students Understanding of Character
Need extension activities for S.E.Hinton’s The Outsiders? Look no further! Three creative “choices” for differentiated instruction: a character profile where students “become” Johnny, Ponyboy, or Cherry; create a missing poster for Ponyboy; or, create a public service announcement on a teen issue that effects both your own students’ and the characters in the novel. Used as Stations ideas, extra credit opportunities, transitioning back from weekends, vacation days, long weeks of intense acade
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6th - 10th
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Urban Legends Research Project
Students are challenged with researching an urban legend. Whether they choose to research Bigfoot or a particular ghost story such as La Llorona it doesn't matter. Getting the students engaged in what they are researching is so much fun to see. They are challenged with finding "credible" sources online and are not allowed to use sites such as Wikipedia. The students will make a foldable using 3 sheets of copy paper to create an offset booklet and must keep track of their research in it. They
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8th
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Holocaust Web quest Distance Learning
This online research assignment provides insight into the rise of the Nazi regime, use of propaganda, inferencing of pictures to gather information and create stories, and genocide background. This research assignment is a great lesson to help students who are about to read any Holocaust, or even any contemporary work relating to genocide. 7 ACTIVITIES OF RESEARCH & REFLECTION with SEVERAL CREATIVE ASSIGNMENTS & ANALYTICAL ASSIGNMENTS. The resources are all linked within the document
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7th - 9th
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Unit: Brothers' Grimm Stories - Mythology & Folklore ELA 7-12 (EDITABLE)
Grade Levels: 7-12Creator: Erica VilliloStandards: CCSS.ELA.SL.1CCSS.ELA.SL.2CCSS.ELA.SL.6CCSS.ELA.W.1CCSS.ELA.W.4CCSS.ELA.W.8CCSS.ELA.W.9CCSS.ELA.W.10CCSS.ELA.R.1CCSS.ELA.R.104 Original Products18 Links12 Activities
Grades:
7th - 12th
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