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High school writing-essays lessons on sale
The Anthropocene Reviewed Bundle
This is a bundle of discussion questions, short essays, post-reading questionnaire, and song-inspired writing prompts that I created to go with the book The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green for a college class that I teach. I have found them invaluable.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
How to Write a Research Paper (ppt)
A step-by-step Google Slides introduction to the Research Paper. Includes sample Outline, Paper, and Works Cited.
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7th - 10th
Also included in: MLA Research Paper Pack
Writing: Hook Statements and Clinchers! Examples that Rock!
It's as easy as having your students read, discuss, and imitate! Opening and closing paragraphs and essays with captivating messages that capture the reader at the beginning as well as "seal the deal" at the end of a reading is not a skill whose value is to be underestimated! These examples will demonstrate to your students the mindset necessary to produce their own Hook Statements and Clinchers that Rock! Reading and discussing these samples with your students will make for a rich and rewarding
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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CCSS: ELA Essays & Performance Response Items -- Graphics, Grammar + Much More!
This program includes a multitude of essential secondary reading and writing items -- perfect for every ELA and reading teacher's desktop! It addresses Common Core as well as PARCC level writing instruction. It provides the assessor with a clear, immediate, and objective means of visually assessing student progress through each successive prompt and response cycle. This approach saves valuable time and effort when filing individual student responses and/or retrieving them for comparative analysi
AI revision assisted - "How They Remember You" - legacy writing prompt
I have added a new wrinkle to this writing prompt. It now has directions on how students can use the Microsoft Bing AI as an assistant to help them with their revisions. A writing prompt for the song "How They Remember You" by Rascal Flatts. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is very helpful when discussing the legacy they will leave behind.Here is the link for the video:Rascal Flatts debut new single ‘How They Remember You’ - YouTubeI have found these so
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Legend unit bundle
This bundle includes all the materials that you would need to teach a unit on Legends. Readings, questions, tests, writing assignments, video and song worksheets, etc. I used this unit for years with great success and the students loved it.
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5th - 12th
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DIGITAL EDITION- MLA Citation Practice: In-text Citations No Clear Author
**Digital Version of MLA Citation Practice: Create In-text Citations When There Isn't a Clear Author**Google Slides Activity!Students will learn to cite sources without a clear author (such as encyclopedia articles), practice their skills with MLA in-text citations, and answer questions using text evidence. Also, who doesn't love an excuse to learn about Lord of the Rings in the classroom :-)An answer key is included with suggested responses. Note: There are multiple correct answers to most of t
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6th - 10th
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Anthropocene Reviewed / "Lean on Me" - Bill Withers - Song Writing Prompt
This version of the assignment is linked to the book The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green. There is another version of the same assignment on TPT with those questions removed.A writing prompt for the song "Lean on Me" by Bill Withers. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is very helpful when discussing helping others and asking for helpHere are links for the videos to watch with it:Original by the writer Bill Withers:Bill Withers - Lean On Me (BBC In Conc
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Anthropocene Reviewed Bundle
Anthropocene Reviewed / "Running on Empty" song writing prompt
This listing is linked to the book The Anthropocene Reviewed. There is another version on TPT that is not, if you are interested. If you want to find a creative way to get your students to enjoy journal writing, this is your answer. Get your students to enjoy writing mini-essays by combining it with the joy of music. I have found these song journal writing prompts to be an amazing way to start ELA or Social Studies class for the last 30 years. I do at least one a week, and for sure one on ev
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in: The Anthropocene Reviewed Bundle
Anthropocene Reviewed / “Waiting for the World to Change” Writing Prompt
A writing prompt for the song "Waiting for the World to Change" by John Mayer. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is great to use when discussing activism. This version is also tied to the book The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green. There is also a version on TPT without those questions.I have found these song journal writing prompts to be an amazing way to start ELA or Social Studies class for the last 30 years. I do at least one a week, and for sure
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Anthropocene Reviewed Bundle
Supporting Others - "Lean on Me" - Bill Withers - Song Inspired Writing Prompt
A writing prompt for the song "Lean on Me" by Bill Withers. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is very helpful when discussing helping others and asking for helpHere are links for the videos to watch with it:Original by the writer Bill Withers:Bill Withers - Lean On Me (BBC In Concert, May 11, 1974) (youtube.com)Performance by Bill Withers, Stevie Wonder, and John Legend when Bill Withers was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame:Bill Withers with
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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A Snapshot of Your Younger Self - writing assignment
If you want to help your students to practice their writing and learn more about themselves, have them practice using this assignment. Have you ever looked at a picture of yourself and realized how different you were back then compared to now? Or how much you didn’t know back then about yourself or the world? Assignment summary: Find a photograph that has you in it, the older the better, but at least five years old. Now really look at that photo. Examine the surroundings and any other people o
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: The Anthropocene Reviewed Bundle
CCSS & PARCC-Aligned: Understanding Essay Writing Prompts!
This tool is designed to help students process the typical and traditional format of essay writing prompts, featuring the Situation...Think...Write instructions! It helps to establish a disciplined approach to deciphering the precise goal of the writing assignment. When students understand what they are supposed to write about, their production increases every time!
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5th - 9th
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MLA Citation Practice: Create In-text Citations When There Isn't a Clear Author
**Perfect for print-and-go sub plans!**Students will learn to cite sources without a clear author (such as encyclopedia articles), practice their skills with MLA in-text citations, and answer questions using text evidence. Also, who doesn't love an excuse to learn about Lord of the Rings in the classroom :-)An answer key is included with suggested responses. Note: There are multiple correct answers to most of the questions. My answer key just offers guidance on what I was looking for from my stu
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6th - 10th
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Your Family Name - "I Got a Name" - Jim Croce Song Inspired Writing Prompt
A writing prompt for the song "I Got a Name" by Jim Croce. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is very helpful when discussing families and family names.Here are links for the videos to watch with it:NEW * I Got A Name - Jim Croce {Stereo} - YouTubeJim Croce I Got a Name (1973) - YouTubeI have found these song journal writing prompts to be an amazing way to start ELA or Social Studies class for the last 30 years. I do at least one a week, and for sure one o
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Over 50 Song Inspired Writing Prompts for English Class
Everyone Getting Along "Same Boat" - Zac Brown Band Song Inspired Writing Prompt
A writing prompt for the song "Same Boat" by the Zac Brown Band. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is very helpful when discussing the topic of everyone getting along and how to treat others kindly in the world.Here is the link for the videos to watch with it:Zac Brown Band - Same Boat (Official Music Video) - YouTubeI have found these song journal writing prompts to be an amazing way to start ELA or Social Studies class for the last 30 years. I do at lea
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Over 50 Song Inspired Writing Prompts for English Class
Dealing with Divorce - "Highway 20 Ride" - Zac Brown Band Song Inspired Writing
A writing prompt for the song "Highway 20 Ride" by the Zac Brown Band. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is very helpful when discussing the topic of divorce with students.Here is the link for the videos to watch with it:Zac Brown Band - Highway 20 Ride (Official Music Video) - YouTubeI have found these song journal writing prompts to be an amazing way to start ELA or Social Studies class for the last 30 years. I do at least one a week, and for sure one o
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Over 50 Song Inspired Writing Prompts for English Class
Anthropocene Reviewed / Edgar A. Poe's "Alone" poem questions/writing prompt -
A writing prompt that goes along with the poem "Alone" by Edgar Allan Poe and has links to the book The Anthropocene Reviewed by John Green.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: The Anthropocene Reviewed Bundle
Activism - “Waiting for the World to Change” - John Mayer - Song Writing Prompt
A writing prompt for the song "Waiting for the World to Change" by John Mayer. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is great to use when discussing activism.I have found these song journal writing prompts to be an amazing way to start ELA or Social Studies class for the last 30 years. I do at least one a week, and for sure one on every Friday and holidays. The kids get so excited about it and love watching the youtube videos that go with the song. I show
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Earth Day Writing Prompts Bundle
CCSS/PARCC-Aligned: Perfect Paragraph Writing & Grammar Fun! Bundled (1-4)
Combining grammar instruction with creative or directed student writing has never been easier for the teacher and more fun for the students! This original Grammar Focus tool has proven to be a great asset to me in my efforts to get students to re-connect their dis-connects when it comes to them actually applying grammar and punctuation rules to their personal writing projects! The grammar exercises are themed to match the prompted writing portions. This combination of activities helps to link al
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5th - 9th, Adult Education
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What is a Legacy? - “How They Remember You” Rascal Flatts Song-Inspired Writing
A writing prompt for the song "How They Remember You" by Rascal Flatts. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is phenomenal to use when talking about goals, dreams, and how to treat others. It is about leaving a positive legacy.I have found these song journal writing prompts to be an amazing way to start ELA or Social Studies class for the last 30 years. I do at least one a week, and for sure one on every Friday and holidays. The kids get so excited about
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Over 50 Song Inspired Writing Prompts for English Class
Changing Things for the Better - “Just Imagine It” - MKTO Song-Inspired Writing
A writing prompt for the song "Just Imagine It" by MKTO. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is phenomenal to use when talking about being yourself, or standing up to help promote positive change.Here are the links for the videos to watch with it:MKTO - Just Imagine It (Acoustic) - YouTubeMKTO - Just Imagine It (Official Video) - YouTubeI have found these song journal writing prompts to be an amazing way to start ELA or Social Studies class for the last 30
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Over 50 Song Inspired Writing Prompts for English Class
Rome's Fall and Funerals - “All This Time” - Sting - Song Writing Prompt
A writing prompt for the song "All This Time" by Sting. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is great to use when discussing the end of Rome or any civilization. It is also a way to delve into the difficult topic of death and funerals.I have found these song journal writing prompts to be an amazing way to start ELA or Social Studies class for the last 30 years. I do at least one a week, and for sure one on every Friday and holidays. The kids get so excite
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Power of Music - “Sir Duke” - Stevie Wonder - Song-Inspired Writing Prompt
A writing prompt for the song "Sir Duke" by Stevie Wonder. This is a great way to use music to promote writing. This writing prompt is great to use when talking about the importance of music.I have found these song journal writing prompts to be an amazing way to start ELA or Social Studies class for the last 30 years. I do at least one a week, and for sure one on every Friday and holidays. The kids get so excited about it and love watching the youtube videos that go with the song. I show th
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Over 50 Song Inspired Writing Prompts for English Class
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