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Common Core RL.6.5 resources for GATE
Food Truck Festival - Engaging Independent Reading Project - PBL - STEM
Elevate the joy of independent reading in your classroom with a twist that's sure to ignite enthusiasm – host your very own Food Truck Festival! Building upon the success of my beloved Literary Feast project, I've taken it up a notch to bring you an EXTRAORDINARY Food Truck Festival project that combines literary exploration with the excitement of culinary creativity. This is not just an activity; it's an immersive experience designed to captivate your students' imaginations and showcase their i
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6th - 9th
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I am Malala (Young Reader's Edition) Full Novel Unit
This unit was designed specifically to align to the common core standards and comes with and without the GATE depth and complexity symbols. Complete with an introductory ppt presentation, novel study pages, section quizzes, a final project, and essay options for every type of writing.
This novel is a beautiful story of Malala, a young girl shot by the Taliban for standing up for education. It handles a sensitive topic beautifully and is an eye-opening, mind-expanding novel absolutely critical
Differentiated Lessons for Plot, Character, and Theme Using Pixar's "La Luna"
This set of standards-based lessons focuses on plot elements, characterization, conflict, and theme. Within each focus area, there are pages for use with students that are "approaching standard" and "on standard." There are additional pages for students who have mastered the standard and are ready to level up that focus on the coming of age genre and a paired non-fiction text (TED talk). Check out the preview for examples.My goal in teaching with films is to give students an understanding of lit
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6th
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Also included in: Five Short Films for Teaching Theme
More Than A Scribble: A Creative Drawing Activity for Gifted & Talented Students
This activity promotes creative thinking as students transform scribble lines into ART! There are four pages of scribbles (24 total). In addition, there are ideas for extension activities in Reading, Science, and Social Studies!This is a great task for centers or early finishers!
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PreK - 6th
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Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen ELA Novel Test - Standards-Based Assessment
End of novel test for Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen. This is the test I use at the end of my novel study. You can email me for an editable copy! This test includes 30 multiple choice questions and one short response prompt.
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5th - 8th
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Also included in: Flipped by Wendelin Van Draanen - Creative and Engaging Novel Unit
WE WEAR THE MASK POEM & ART | Inside Outside Poem Dunbar BLACK HISTORY MONTH
In this no-prep, easy-to-use unit inspired by Paul Laurence Dunbar’s “We Wear the Mask” poem, students will use art and poetry to deeply analyze the masks we wear, distinguish between their inside vs. outside character and personality traits, and represent these findings through a self-created mask. This engaging activity turns this abstract concept into an activity that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable!This The Mask I Wear Product Includes 12 NO PREP, easy-to-use pages:•Pages
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5th - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: BLACK HISTORY MONTH ART POETRY PERSONALITY | We Wear the Mask Dunbar
Story Elements and Devices Lesson Bundle! - Plot - Setting - POV - Conflict
Energize your English Language Arts classroom with our comprehensive Story Elements & Literary Devices Bundle! This curated collection of engaging lessons and activities is designed to captivate your middle school and high school students while deepening their understanding of vital literary concepts. Key Features:Dynamic Lesson Variety: Transform your teaching with a diverse range of activities that break away from the ordinary. From interactive games to collaborative group work, this bund
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6th - 9th
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Short Story or Novel Study Summative Choice Project (Art & Literature)
EDITABLE Literature Choice Projects with a Project Based Learning approach to a summative assessments on novels, short stories, etc. Comes with sample projects, rubrics, templates, and directions.Great for: Short Story or Novel Study Summative Assessments,Google Slides and Canva Templates provided.Students need a foundational understanding of LITERARY ANALYSIS to complete this project. This is the FINAL project, but consider a 3-5 Day Lesson Plan to cover the following topics: Theme, Symbolism,
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5th - 12th
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Sled Dog School Novel Companion
Now with digital slides for google drive for in-person or distance learning. This 65+ page novel unit is packed with NO PREP and low prep comprehension, vocabulary, analysis and story elements activities! Perfect for small group, whole group or independent work when reading Sled Dog School by Terry Lynn Johnson.As you read Sled Dog School , students will:define and provide examples of important vocabulary in the textthink critically to analyze the textinfer and evaluate character traits compare
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2nd - 6th
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Engaging Hexagonal Thinking Activity for "Freak the Mighty" - Critical Thinking
Ignite your students' critical thinking and literary analysis skills with this captivating hexagonal thinking activity centered around the beloved novel "Freak the Mighty" by Rodman Philbrick. Perfect for middle and high school English Language Arts classrooms, this comprehensive lesson encourages students to delve deep into the themes, characters, and literary elements of the novel in a collaborative and interactive setting.What's Included:A detailed lesson plan outlining step-by-step instructi
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5th - 8th
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Because of Mr. Terupt Literature Study
Because of Mr. Terupt is a great read, but also a GREAT book to get your students thinking about point of view and perspective. This literature study focuses on those two things and more! As the characters each tell the story from their own point of view, your students also will learn about how an author develops characters, creates interactions between characters and how characters change because of others.
With higher level comprehension questions, test-prep quizzes, and MORE for each mont
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4th - 7th
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Gift of the Magi O. Henry Question Loop - Trail Activity - Active ELA Lesson
Transform your classroom with this dynamic and educational activity designed to enhance student engagement while delving into the timeless short story "The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry. This activity goes beyond traditional methods, incorporating movement to create a memorable and effective learning experience.Key Features:❄️ Engaging Analysis: Students will dive deep into the short story, analyzing story elements, and exploring literary devices to develop a comprehensive understanding.❄️ Story
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Winter Themed Resources and Lessons Middle School ELA Skills
Bud, not Buddy Interactive ..with youtube lessons!
This book, which is becoming a children's classic, is excellent for teaching figurative language, textual evidence and theme. I included a great journal, study guide, activity guide.. whatever you want to call it... to guide your instruction. Make a copy for yourself to teach from or make 32 copies for your class for those of your lucky enough to have unlimited copies at work. There are graphic organizers to help guide reading responses, there are icons of depth of complexity for the advanced
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4th - 6th
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The Moorchild: A Literature Study
Eloise McGraw's "The Moorchild" is full of literary elements and a beautiful story just waiting to be read by students!
In this literature study, students will experience the text as well as monitor the author's craft. The lit study has standardized test-prep questions along with short answer, personal response, and creative ways to show comprehension. It also includes three different projects that students can choose from as a culminating activity to their reading.
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Anticipatory Se
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4th - 7th
Comparing “The Charge of the Light Brigade” with "Dulce et decorum est."
This three-day lesson plan compares Alfred, Lord Tennyson's "The Charge of the Light Brigade" with Wilfred Owen's "Dulce et decorum est." The material includes historical background concerning Queen Victoria, Victorianism, World War I, and the Titanic. Both of the poems are included with footnotes.The material includes: ►Teacher Talking Points and Script ►Student Resources (SR) 1-10 ►Teacher Resources (TR) 1-3 ►Vocabulary Lists, Glossaries, and Quizzes ►2 Required Readings ►Three analysi
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6th - 12th
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Differentiated Lessons for Plot, Character, and Theme Using Pixar's "La Luna"
The BUNDLED RESOURCE includes the digital interactive notebook and the printable version of this lesson. This set of standards-based lessons focuses on plot elements, characterization, conflict, and theme. With this digital interactive notebook, you can quickly create customized assignments for students who are approaching the standard, on standard, or who have mastered the standard and are ready to level up. The entire notebook has 60 slides because there are multiple lessons for plot, characte
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4th - 8th
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STEAM Through the Year: Mathematics – August Edition
August thematic STEAM Units with a focus on Mathematics.Your students build mathematical proficiency with thematic lessons correlated to the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards. You will find easy-to-use lessons providing practical strategies and problem-solving activities. The math and poetry lessons are themed around August special days and holidays:National Back-to-School MonthNational Sandwich MonthNational Friendship WeekNational Ride the Wind Day.Students gain access to t
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Not Grade Specific
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The Lifters Novel Companion
Now with digital slides for google drive for in-person or distance learning. This 35+ page novel unit is packed with NO PREP and low prep comprehension, vocabulary, analysis and story elements activities! Perfect for small group, whole group or independent work when reading The Lifters by Dave Eggers.As you read The Lifters , students will:think critically to analyze the textinfer and evaluate character traitscompare and contrast characterssequence eventsmap the story elementsillustrate cause an
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2nd - 6th
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Animals of Eden: A Story of Teamwork in the Wild (eBook Version)
In this poetic children's verse, woodland creatures learn to work together and save their precious land from forest fires. A lyrical tale that encourages hard work, persistence, and "watchful balance" with nature. "Teamwork and quick wit saves us all!"This eBook text allows for several layers of differentiated learning as the poetic stanzas and literary devices include varied levels of complexity. Younger students will enjoy the suggestive images that go along with the story while older studen
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Not Grade Specific
The Little Prince Literature Study
This literature study has it all - chapter questions, test-prep questions, a heavy focus on theme and figurative language! It takes a look at the best parts of Antoine Saint Exupery's work and asks students to apply the allegories and metaphors to their own lives! As a culminating activity, there are multiple projects students can choose from to show their deep understanding of the text!Perfect for middle school students!Included:Chapter QuestionsDiscussion Cards6 Project IdeasGraphic Organize
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4th - 8th
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Refugee: A Literature Study
This comprehensive literature study will get your students excited and talking about a real world issue! The study combines Alan Gratz's Refugee with informational texts, videos and photographs designed to help students better comprehend the novel and to expand their understanding of humanity. Through the integration of both types of texts, students will develop a deeper understanding of the novel and the struggles faced by refugees throughout history. They will also critique Gratz's ability to
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5th - 7th
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Women's History Month/ELA: Elements of Poetry in "Still I Rise" (Maya Angelou)
This slideshow presents Maya Angelou's poem "Still I Rise" primarily in terms of poetry mechanics, including rhyme scheme, similes, metaphors, and theme. One stanza (potentially inappropriate for younger readers) has been edited out. The lesson includes a poetry writing assignment/prompt related to the theme of "Still I Rise," and several template stanzas for students who may wish to follow the structure of "Still I Rise" quite closely.This presentation is suitable for use during Black History
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: ELA: Three Black American Poets (Angelou, Gorman, Hughes)
Connect Five Reading Log
This innovated reading log will get your students planning and thinking while reading. This reading log incorporates depth and complexity thinking, literary vocabulary, and higher level thinking. Students may complete for daily/weekly homework, or the teacher may decide to use this will a common class reading. Teachers will be able to check for students' understanding and interest with this reading log.
Refugee by Alan Gratz: Literary Response Journal
**Distance Learning: Google Docs version is linked to the Word Doc you will download**Students will choose from seven different literary response options (CCSS-aligned) to respond to their independent reading of Refugee, by Alan Gratz. This unit can be assigned for independent reading and response or for literature response groups.The areas of analysis are: Character Motivation, Point of View, Figurative Language, Vocabulary, Setting, and Theme. What you're downloading:Several journal prompts fo
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6th - 9th
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