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Short stories Common Core L.8.1 resources
Lamb to the Slaughter, Roald Dahl, Literary Analysis, PDF & Google Drive, CCSS
Use the dark humor of Roald Dahl’s well-known short story, “Lamb to the Slaughter," to teach your students the elements of literary analysis. This one-day lesson plan includes links to the full text of the story, detailed instructions, a 9-question deep-thinking handout (with detailed answer key, of course), and a writing activity that creatively uses an official-looking police report for students to summarize the elements of the story. The lesson also includes a police sketch portion (my high s
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7th - 10th
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The Necklace, Guy de Maupassant Short Story Literary Analysis, PDF & Google Apps
Use the classic short story, “The Necklace” by Guy de Maupassant, to teach your students the elements of literary analysis. This two-day lesson plan includes a full-text copy of this public domain story, an 8-question student handout (with detailed answer key, of course), an interactive slide lecture (both Prezi Next and Google Slides versions included) to help your students learn how to analyze text as they connect the author’s setting to the character development of Mathilde Loisel, and an opt
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8th - 11th
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Grimms' Fairy Tales Close Reading Worksheets Bundle for Google Drive - Vol. 1
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this bundle of rigorous comprehension and analysis worksheets covering 25 fairy tales written by the Brothers Grimm. With these resources, students will demonstrate command of general plot, build their vocabulary, write with clarity and precision, and make engagement with works of fiction visible. All materials are made for Google Drive and delivered as editable Google Docs. Additionally, a zip file containing Word Document
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8th - 12th
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Interlopers, Saki, H.H. Munro Short Story Literary Analysis, PDF & Google Drive
Use the classic short story, “The Interlopers,” by Saki (H.H. Munro) to teach your students the elements of literary analysis. This one-day lesson plan includes a full-text copy of the public domain story, a six-question deep-thinking exercise (with detailed answer key, of course), and an optional writing activity that shows students step-by-step how to build a newspaper article. You could easily extend this one-day lesson into two days by allowing in-class time to complete the journalism portio
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8th - 11th
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The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe Hands-on Activity with Rubric
Need a fresh, super engaging activity to assess the students' understanding of "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe? You have found it! Get students thinking, analyzing, inferring, and creating with this fun, hands-on hidden door task! Students are amazed by the hidden compartment and love the design freedom that accompanies this activity. This activity assesses students' knowledge of characterization, irony, point of view, reliable and unreliable narrator as well as reading comprehensio
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8th - 12th
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Treasure Island 2020 Podcast Unit Bundle Distance Learning Compatible
Need an engaging, ready-to-go unit plan that requires no work and is ready to go... *gulp* right now?! Try the Treasure Island 2020 Unit Bundle! * Perfect for working on listening comprehension through both distance learning and face-to-face learning! * Based on the Peabody Award nominated podcast “Treasure Island 2020” produced by BYU Radio and Gen-Z Media. * Geared to grades 6-8* Download, copy the quiz links to your Google Drive, and go! Little to no preparation required – EVERYTHING has been
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6th - 9th
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HMH Into Literature Grade 8 Growing Bundle
This growing bundle includes resources made for HMH Into Literature 8th Grade. There is a large variety of activities included in this product bundle. Each activity aligns directly with HMH Into Literature for Grade 8. Topics covered include: comprehension, point of view, plot development, author's purpose, character trait, context clue vocabulary, supporting the answer with evidence, figurative language, analyzing argument and counterclaim, central idea, summary writing, internal and external c
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6th - 8th
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"There Will Come Soft Rains" by Ray Bradbury Quizzes and Answer Keys (Google)
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate take-home grading with this self-scoring quiz covering Ray Bradbury's science fiction short story "There Will Come Soft Rains." A short answer option is also provided for re-assessment purposes. Answer keys are included. Materials are made for Google Drive. (Alternatively, printable versions are available.)Questions pertain to the following key details:Unique characteristics of the house (personification)The futuristic settingThe function o
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6th - 12th
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The Gift of the Magi Short Story Unit Distance Learning
"The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry is a great story about love and sacrifice; my unit includes everything you need to share this timeless classic with your students: the story, mini-research activity, reading comprehension and analysis, theme analysis, figurative language, vocabulary practice, and a creative writing exercise. Plus, everything can be shared DIGITALLY via a secured platform. I included a Google Slides version of the story and handouts that students can type directly into.This is i
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8th - 10th
Also included in: Short Story Unit Bundle for Distance Learning or Print & Go
"Cinderella" by the Brothers Grimm Quiz, Close Reading, and Vocab Games (Google)
Evaluate general reading comprehension, facilitate vocabulary development, and sharpen critical thinking skills with this bundle of materials for teaching the classic Grimm's fairy tale "Cinderella" (Lexile Measure estimate of 1000-1100). A plot-based quiz, a close reading worksheet, a craft analysis exercise, a vocabulary application activity, a crossword puzzle, a word search game, the short story, emergency substitute lesson plans and supporting materials, and answer keys are provided. Materi
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6th - 12th
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Writing a Historical Fiction Story (Narrative Writing/Research Project, 6-8)
This middle school resource combines creative writing with a fun research project! Students will choose a historical time period and conduct research to help them write an authentic historical fiction story. The packet includes 11 graphic organizers to help them conduct their research and to prepare them for writing their stories. Space is included for students to record information about their sources for citing at the end of their stories. An excerpt from a historical fiction story is also inc
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Bundle of Language Arts Writing Resources for Middle School
"Little Red Riding Hood" by the Brothers Grimm Close Reading Worksheet (Google)
Help middle and high school students go beyond general reading comprehension and support the development of critical thinking skills with this close reading analysis worksheet covering a classic Grimm's fairy tale titled "Little Red Riding Hood" (also called "Little Red Cap"). An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are included. Materials are made for Google Drive, offering self-grading functionality and automated student feedback. (Alternatively, a printable option is availabl
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6th - 12th
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"Thank You, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes Quiz and Close Reading Bundle for Google
For many middle and high school readers, realistic and young adult fiction are genres that maximize relatability and engagement with literature. "Thank You, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes is a short story involving socioeconomic struggles, social pressures, the importance of second chances, and the power of empathy and forgiveness. Included in this bundle are the following: a self-grading, plot-based quiz; a worksheet composed of rigorous close reading questions; a craft analysis activity; the public
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6th - 12th
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The Landlady by Roald Dahl Short Story Unit | Middle School ELA Activities
If you are reading The Landlady by Roald Dahl you need this short story unit! This engaging and interactive student workbook includes every activity needed to supplement your whole class or small group reading. This printable packet is perfect for student journals or a small group short story study. Students in 7th, 8th or 9th grade will enjoy these fun and relevant activities! Novel Study Includes:Pre-Reading Activities Author Study Author Study Comprehension QuestionsVocabulary Graphic Organi
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7th - 10th
Kurt Vonnegut Short Story Bundle - Harrison Bergeron, EPICAC, 2BR02B
This bundle contains lesson plans for three engaging Kurt Vonnegut short stories: Harrison Bergeron, EPICAC, and 2BR02B. It also contains a mini biography on the author and a bonus Kurt Vonnegut analysis worksheet.All three lesson plans include (+ much more!):- Common Core Standards- Teaching Guides- Pre-reading Activities- Vocabulary Worksheets- Post-reading Questions (Multiple Choice, Post-reading, and Real-world Connection)- Written Response Question + Rubrics- Creative Writing Activities- On
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6th - 12th
"Rumpelstiltskin" by the Brothers Grimm Close Reading Worksheet for Google Drive
Help middle and high school students go beyond general reading comprehension and support the development of critical thinking and literary craft analysis skills with this close reading worksheet covering "Rumpelstiltskin," a classic Grimm's fairy tale. An answer key and copy of the public domain short story are included. Materials are made for Google Drive, offering self-grading functionality and automated student feedback. (Alternatively, a printable option is available.)By engaging with this c
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6th - 12th
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"The Outsider" by H.P. Lovecraft Close Reading Worksheet for Google Drive
Help high school students go beyond general reading comprehension and develop close reading analysis skills with this close reading activity to complement H.P. Lovecraft's short story "The Outsider." With an estimated Lexile Measure of 1100-1200, "The Outsider" is an appropriate addition to a Halloween-themed short story unit for grades 9 through 12. An answer key and copy of the public domain narrative are provided. Materials are made for Google Drive, offering automated student feedback and
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8th - 12th
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"Beware of the Dog" by Roald Dahl Quiz and Answer Key for High School
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering the short story "Beware of the Dog" by Roald Dahl. The assessment may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with the narrative. In addition to a multiple choice option, a short answer version is provided for re-assessment purposes. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alte
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6th - 12th
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The Masque of the Red Death Close Reading Assessment and Writing Project
This short story resource is designed to help students analyze a complex work of literary fiction. Specific questions presented in an assessment practice worksheet guide students through the process of analyzing the plot, characterization, setting, and theme of The Masque of the Red Death by Edgar Allen Poe.
This lesson plan includes:
1. Teacher preparation instructions
2. During teaching instructions
3. Student assessment practice
4. Theme Notes
5. Analysis prompts
6. Answer key
7. Culminating
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7th - 10th
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"Catch the Moon" by Judith Ortiz Cofer Quiz and Answer Key for Google Drive
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate take-home grading with this self-scoring, plot-based assessment covering the short story "Catch the Moon" by Judith Ortiz Cofer. Additionally, a short answer option is provided for re-assessment purposes. These resources may double as guided reading handouts to foster active reading habits among students. Answer keys are included. Materials are made for Google Drive. (Alternatively, printable options are available.)Students will demonstrate kn
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6th - 12th
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Grimms' Fairy Tales Close Reading Worksheets Word Document Bundle - Vol. 2
Support the development of close reading skills for high school with this bundle of rigorous comprehension and analysis worksheets covering 24 fairy tales written by the Brothers Grimm. With these resources, students will demonstrate command of general plot, build their vocabulary, write with clarity and precision, and make engagement with works of fiction visible. All materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. (If you prefer a made-for-Google bundle of resources, click this link.
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8th - 12th
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2BR02B - KURT VONNEGUT - 6 DAY SHORT STORY LESSON PLAN
Kurt Vonnegut's chilling dystopian short story, 2BR02B, explores the dark consequences of a world without aging. This comprehensive lesson plan will engage students in the topic while covering an array of vital ELA skills.What's included:- Common Core Standards- Teaching Guide- Pre-reading Activities- Vocabulary Worksheet- Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz- Analysis Questions- Quote Analysis Worksheet- Symbolism Analysis Worksheet- Written Response Question with Rubric- Text vs Movie Comparison
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Kurt Vonnegut Short Story Bundle - Harrison Bergeron, EPICAC, 2BR02B
Grimms' Fairy Tales Unit Test and Answer Key (14 Short Stories Included)
This summative assessment complements a Grimms' fairy tales unit with emphasis on application of literary devices, examination of character motivations, and synthesis of textual details to perform thematic analysis. Fourteen short stories are covered, and copies of each are included (listed in order of estimated Lexile Measure):"The Dog and the Sparrow" (700-800)"Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" (800-900)"Clever Gretel" (900-1000)"The Twelve Dancing Princesses" (900-1000)"Cinderella" (1000-1100
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7th - 12th
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"The Leap" by Louise Erdrich Quiz and Answer Key for Google Drive
Promote active engagement with fiction and evaluate general reading comprehension with this quiz on the short story "The Leap" by Louise Erdrich. An answer key is included. Materials are made for Google Drive and feature self-grading functionality for all multiple choice questions. (Alternatively, a printable option is available.)Students will demonstrate knowledge of the following aspects of plot:Anna's degenerative conditionAnna's professional backgroundEvents leading to Harold's deathThe mean
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6th - 12th
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