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Close reading Common Core W.7.10 resources
Literary Analysis Elements Activities using Pixar Shorts Videos or Commercials
Your students are going to love these literary analysis lessons. Add Pixar Shorts, commercials, or cartoon clips and you're ready to teach literary elements. Fun way to engage students as they analyze character, plot, setting, theme, and conflict (coming soon). Then, transfer them to more complex texts like short stories and novels. Your students will love practicing analysis skills with these easy-to-use digital or print lessons! The perfect way for students to truly understand literary el
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5th - 8th
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The Fourteenth Goldfish, A PDF and Digital Novel Study
OVERVIEW: This is a custom-made, no-prep, independent work packet for use with grades 4-7 reading The Fourteenth Goldfish, by Jennifer L. Holm. The buyer can use it as a printable and create a student workbook, use as separate printable worksheets, or export it as an Easel digital product and assign it digitally for distance learning. It includes a 25-page student workbook, an answer key, a list of research topics for further reading and deeper understanding, and a listing of common core sta
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4th - 7th
7th Grade ELA Yearlong Curriculum, Lesson Plans, and Pacing Guide
Imagine having your entire middle school ELA school year planned for you! This curriculum and pacing guide for 7th grade ELA includes EVERYTHING you need for an entire school year of reading, writing, learning, growth, and engagement. Simply download the PDF pacing guide and yearlong curriculum, and you will have 66+ digital links along with a calendar and pacing guide that maps out your entire school year DAY TO DAY. No more wondering what you'll teach tomorrow or stressing about the next unit-
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6th - 8th
Informational Texts Close Reading Activity and Project
Need a meaningful, standards-based and engaging activity to make it to December break? The Holiday Hustle is the perfect project for Secondary ELA right before the Holidays! This three week unit teaches students how to deconstruct advertisements and informational texts as they study and analyze two different holiday ads and three informational articles about advertising. After analyzing ads and informational articles, students create two projects: a Deconstructing Advertisements Guide for Teens
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7th - 10th
Book Flatlay Project Book Report
Engage your students in an exciting and interactive reading experience with our Book Flatlay/Book Bento Project. This assignment will empower your students to showcase their thoughts about the books they've read. By creating a visually stunning book flatlay/book bento image, students will not only demonstrate their creativity but also strengthen their analytical skills by justifying their prop choices with evidence from the text.This resource offers a fantastic alternative to traditional book re
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6th - 8th
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Figurative Language in Songs: Fight Song Activities Editable
Use "Fight Song" by Rachel Platten to help your students understand figurative language, poetic devices, speaker's tone, theme, and author's purpose. (Aligned with the Common Core State Standards for Reading Literature, Language, and Writing)
This IS included in my mega bundle: ALL of my POETRY RESOURCES GROWING BUNDLE.
"Fight Song" is an uplifting song with a positive message for students: be strong, never give up, and don't let others bring you down. This is a perfect song to get students ex
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7th - 12th
Monthly ELA Activities for Middle School - Full Year Bundle
This bundle of monthly ELA activities for middle school includes the perfect standards-based resources to engage your students throughout the school year. Use these print-and-go resources to give your students practice reading to self, reading to someone, listening to reading, word work, and writing—all centered around the months and seasons of the school year!All of the following resources are included: ELA activity bundles. You'll be prepared for every season and holiday with engaging resource
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4th - 7th
"The Veldt" A Short Story to Teach Literacy Standards
NO PREP! Standards-Aligned! Distance Learning with Digital Activity!"The Veldt" is a classic story by Ray Bradbury. It centers on a family who has allowed technology to take over the rearing of their children, and the horrible consequences. My students are engaged fully in the reading of this science fiction tale! This resource includes:1. Comprehension questions in text-order ranging from general comprehension to critical thinking questions.2. Vocabulary is embedded within the questions.3
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5th - 8th
Wink by Rob Harrell: Printable + Digital Novel Study
This is a Printable + Digital novel study! It can be used for Distance Learning! Use this novel study in any or all of these ways! Maybe some of your students need a digital version and some need a paper version. If that's the case, we've got you covered!Option 1: Print it outOption 2: Use as a TpT Digital ActivityOption 3: Use through Google Slides with a custom link, (instructions found on the 2nd page of the pdf novel study)With both digital options, students can type within pre-formatted tex
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7th - 8th
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No Prep Poetry Punch: William Carlos Williams Common Core Aligned
No Prep Poetry Punch: William Carlos Williams - Students Will Read and Write Poetry in One Punch (Editable)
This IS included in my mega bundle: ALL of my POETRY RESOURCES GROWING BUNDLE.
This fun activity has students learning about the poet William Carlos Williams while practicing several Common Core State Standards in reading, writing, and language skills. For GRADE 5 and up.
It includes a 30-slide presentation (editable in Powerpoint, also offered in PDF), four pages of student handouts (e
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5th - 10th
Teaching Theme Analysis Activities for novel, short story, play, Pixar short
What a fun way to teach literary elements and engage students as they analyze plot and practice literary analysis skills using Pixar Shorts, commercials, or cartoon clips. Then, transfer those skills to more complex texts like short stories and novels. Your students will love analyzing theme with this easy-to-use digital or print booklet and short videos! This is what you get:Print and Digital versions that are great for distance learning or a blended classroomteacher lesson plansstudent note
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6th - 8th
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Paired Texts - Close Reading and Essay Writing Lessons - Middle School Bundle
This bundle includes six of my paired texts lessons appropriate for middle school students. These lessons require students to think critically and synthesize their reading, identifying central ideas across texts. Each lesson guides them through close readings of texts that vary by genre, time period, and author; then, detailed before-, during-, and post-reading strategies help them construct connections between the texts. At the end of each lesson, students write a short essay.The following te
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6th - 9th
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Literary Analysis Essay Writing with Ex-Basketball Player by John Updike
Scaffold essay writing for your students with step-by-step directions including writing a claim, choosing the best text evidence, explaining evidence, and connecting evidence to a theme. Because the lesson uses gradual release of responsibility, it is excellent for your students who need the complicated task of writing a literary analysis essay broken into smaller segments. The lesson incorporates the poem “Ex-Basketball Player” by John Updike. First, students complete a close reading and analy
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7th - 11th
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Also included in:Â American Literature Curriculum - Thematic Pacing Guide - Lesson Bundle
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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6th - 8th
Middle School Poetry Unit - Reading & Writing Poetry - Analyzing Poetic Devices
This modern middle school poetry unit will hook even your most reluctant readers! Includes introductory slideshow lessons, poetic device games and activities, poetry writing workshops, assignments, rubrics, and more. Suitable for distance learning and Google Classroom®!⚡️ Save over 30% with the bundled discount! ⚡️Included with this Middle School Poetry Unit:✏️ Analyzing Themes in Song Lyrics LessonIncludes a slideshow lesson, informational handout, examples of song lyrics, application activity
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4th - 10th
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The Friendship War by Andrew Clements: Printable + Digital Novel Study
This is a Printable + Digital novel study! It can be used for Distance Learning! Use this novel study in any or all of these ways! Maybe some of your students need a digital version and some need a paper version. If that's the case, we've got you covered!Option 1: Print it outOption 2: Use as a TpT Digital ActivityOption 3: Use through Google Slides with a custom link, (instructions found on the 2nd page of the pdf novel study)With both digital options, students can type within pre-formatted tex
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4th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Andrew Clements Novel Study Bundle - Frindle + The Friendship War
THE MAGICIAN'S NEPHEW (The Chronicles of Narnia): Novel Study Unit + Answer Keys
"Glory be!" said the Cabby. "I'd have been a better man all my life if I'd known there were things like this." (from Ch. 8) WHY CHOOSE "THE MAGICIAN'S NEPHEW"?"The Magician's Nephew" is a perfect choice if you're looking for a fantasy novel that exemplifies the typical characteristics of the genre. It offers an engaging story that is lively and positive, with a good dose of humor and fun. The plot is simple yet well-constructed, making it particularly suitable for middle school students. Additio
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6th - 8th
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Inkling by Kenneth Oppel: Printable + Digital Novel Study
This is a Printable + Digital novel study! It can be used for Distance Learning!Use this novel study in any or all of these ways: Option 1:Â Print it outOption 2:Â Use as a TpT Digital Activity (Now called an Easel Activity) Option 3:Â Use through Google Slides with a custom link, (instructions found on the 3rd page of the pdf novel study)With both digital options, students type within pre-formatted text boxes.Note: If using either of the digital versions, you may choose not to assign the draw prom
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4th - 7th
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NonFiction Texts & Reading Comprehension Bundle - Argumentative Writing Tasks
Are you looking for a variety of middle school ELA nonfiction resources that contain engaging, rigorous, and differentiated materials? This non-fiction reading comprehension bundle contains 29 individual units and lessons, including close reading units, argumentative writing units, seasonal ELA bell ringers, and task cards.Each nonfiction lesson will engage students in critical thinking skills and collaboration around real world topics that are relevant to students' lives. Teachers will LOVE tha
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6th - 9th
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The Lottery - Shirley Jackson - 6 Day Lesson Plan
The Lottery's shocking ending opens up endless discussion and analysis opportunities. With a focus on literary elements and real-world connections, students will develop critical reading skills while bridging the gap between fiction and a chilling reality.What's included:- Teaching Guide- Pre-reading Activities- Vocabulary Worksheet- Post-reading Questions (Multiple-choice Comprehension, Literary Elements, and Real World Connection)- Dangerous Traditions Reading- Written Response Questions with
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6th - 12th
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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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Scaffolded Writing for Struggling and Non- Writers Volume 1
THIS IS A GROWING PRODUCT... BUY NOW AND SAVE!!! AS I ADD TO THIS PRODUCT, THE PRICE WILL INCREASE. IT'S AT A BASE STARTING PRICE RIGHT NOW.In education, scaffolding refers to a variety of instructional techniques used to move students progressively toward stronger understanding and, ultimately, greater independence in the learning process.Instructional scaffolding is a process through which a teacher adds supports for students in order to enhance learning and aid in the mastery of tasks. The te
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3rd - 8th
Hatchet 3D Novel Study Project Literature Unit class home distance learning
Novel and literature study and creative final book project for Hatchet by Gary Paulsen including comprehension, imagery, figurative language, elements of fiction, characterization and more!SK Design’s 3-D Novel Studies provide a unique and fun way to study great novels while creating an attractive and informative novel project for display at the end of the study. While many traditional novel studies focus on comprehension worksheets and quizzes, the focus of 3-D novel studies is the creation of
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4th - 7th
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"The Treasure of Lemon Brown" Analysis, Vocabulary, Writing Assignment + ANSWERS
Are you looking for a Thanksgiving ELA reading and writing assignment? Or are you simply looking for something to make your teaching of "The Treasure of Lemon Brown" a 3-day, no prep breeze? This "Lemon Brown" common core-aligned package is for you!WHAT'S INCLUDED:A 3-day lesson plan A pre-reading worksheet to get students interested (with author biography)Pre-reading challenge worksheet with focus on imagery and figurative languageThe full story ready to print with key vocabulary defined, pictu
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6th - 10th
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