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Background Reading for TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Emmett Till and the Scottsboro Boys

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As preparation for reading TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, I have students learn about the Jim Crow South by reading about two important cases: the Scottsboro Boys and Emmett Till. These lessons include reading passages from GETTING AWAY WITH MURDER by

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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CCSS:

RI.9-10.2, RI.11-12.1

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Analyzing Editorial Cartoons

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This lesson includes a powerpoint, activity, and quiz that helps students learn about editorial cartoons. The ability to "read" images involves critical thinking skills emphasized in the common core standards.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Graphic Arts, Reading Strategies

Grades:

11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Lesson

CCSS:

RI.11-12.1, RI.11-12.2, RI.11-12.3, RI.11-12.4, RI.11-12.5, RI.11-12.6, RI.11-12.7, RI.11-12.8, RI.11-12.9, RI.11-12.10

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OEDIPUS THE KING Introduction to Greek Theatre Powerpoint

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This powerpoint is for upper-level or advanced students who are beginning to read the Greek tragedies, specifically OEDIPUS THE KING/OEDIPUS REX. The slides go into detail regarding the essentials of ancient Greek theatre and prepare students to

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Drama, Literature

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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PowerPoint Presentations

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Independent Reading Project Based on Learning Styles

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This independent reading assignment allows the students to select projects related to their preferred learning styles. The assignment is designed to be done over a couple of weeks or over a quarter if it is entirely independent and outside of

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Literature Circles

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Dictator's Playbook: Saddam Hussein Video Guide

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Students use this film guide as they watch the documentary about Saddam Hussein from the series entitled The Dictator's Playbook.The episodes from this series are available for purchase on sites such as Amazon Prime.

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, World History

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Activities, Handouts

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Argumentative Literary Criticism Essay -- ROMEO AND JULIET

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This is an excellent activity for teaching kids the basics of argumentative writing. This resource includes a powerpoint that teaches the basics of argument, highlighting key terms and concepts. In addition, a pre-writing/brainstorming activity is

Subjects:

Literature, Writing-Essays, Close Reading

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, Homeschool

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Nazi Germany and The Holocaust Short Close Reading Activity and Questions

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This activity is an excellent class starter or bell work activity. Students read two short nonfiction articles and answer a series of EOC or standardized test prep questions. In addition, this item comes with the questions for the short film THE

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Handouts

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Powerpoint and Lecture TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD Historical Context

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This lecture and powerpoint can be used as is or you can edit the slides to create your own lecture. I use this on Google classroom in a flipped classroom assignment. The students listen to this lecture prior to reading more specifically about the

Subjects:

U.S. History, Literature, Informational Text

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations

CCSS:

RL.9-10.1, RL.11-12.1

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AMBUSH and FORTUNATE SON Narrative Analysis Vietnam War

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This assignment asks students to read a short story called "Ambush" and the song lyrics to "Fortunate Son." Students then analyze the short story for its narrative storytelling elements and write a comparison between the themes of the story and the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, U.S. History, Writing

Grades:

11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Lesson

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The Dictator's Playbook -- Benito Mussolini Documentary Film Questions

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This is an activity that follows along with the PBS documentary about Benito Mussolini entitled The Dictator's Playbook. The activity is a series of short answer and fill-in-the-blank questions that move in order along with the documentary. This

Subjects:

U.S. History, World History, History

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Handouts, Independent Work Packet

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Video Assignment for AMERICA IN COLOR Documentary -- The 1920's Episode

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Help students follow along with the decade documentary series from the Smithsonian Channel entitled America in Color. This assignment includes 26 questions that follow the documentary sequentially and ensure students are listening and engaged.The

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, U.S. History

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Movie Guides

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"Seeing" by Annie Dillard -- Main Idea, Theme, and Writer's Craft Analysis

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This activity can be done in class or is ready to set up for online or independent learning. Students will read a passage entitled "Seeing" from Pilgrim at Tinker Creek by Annie Dillard, explore the difference between main idea and theme, and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Lesson

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College English Exam

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This is a multiple choice and matching exam that tests many writing concepts typically covered in a Composition I or early College English course. It would be appropriate for college course work or for advanced high school students. The questions

Subjects:

Communications, English, Writing

Grades:

11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education

Types:

Assessment

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Listening Skills: Self-Esteem vs. Narcissism

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This activity includes an audio file and a handout. It couples wonderfully with the teaching of the myth about Narcissus and Echo. It helps students see the connection between the myth and the English use of the word narcissist or narcissism. I

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Test Preparation

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Homework, Lesson

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The Sonnet: A Lesson in Poetic Form

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Teaching poetry through closed forms is a great way to help students gain an appreciation for the art and craft of poetry. It also helps them to better understand perhaps why a writer would choose to use open form instead. The primary question in

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Poetry

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Handouts, Lesson

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Bonnie & Clyde -- American Experience Documentary Video Guide

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This is a video guide for the PBS American Experience documentary Bonnie and Clyde: 'Til Death Do Us Part. These 41 questions follow the documentary sequentially and keep kids fully engaged in their viewing and helps them practice close

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, U.S. History

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Movie Guides, Lesson

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Short Film Analysis: THE PORCELAIN UNICORN

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This is another short film that students have a VERY strong reaction to. This activity includes standardized test style multiple choice questions. This is an excellent activity for practicing the common core objectives for visual literacy. This

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Visual Arts, Close Reading

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson

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Beware of the Dog by Roald Dahl Story and Questions

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"Beware of the Dog" is an excellent piece of historical fiction to teach. This lesson includes the story and questions as well as some supplemental materials.

Subjects:

Literature, Short Stories, Close Reading

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Lesson

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Video Assignment for AMERICA IN COLOR Documentary Series -- The 1950's Episode

By F130

Help students follow along with the decade documentary series from the Smithsonian Channel entitled America in Color. This assignment includes 43 questions that follow the documentary sequentially and ensure students are listening and engaged.The

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, U.S. History

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Movie Guides, Lesson

$5.00

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Greek Creation Myth: How It All Began

By F130

This power point presentation uses the original Greek creation myth to teach students about how the gods and goddesses of Mount Olympus came to rule. If you want students to take notes as you go, the Greek Creation Myth Family Tree Outline is an

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations

$6.00

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I have 17 years of teaching experience at the high school, private school, and community college levels. I also have extensive experience teaching online courses.

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I have a master's degree in English Literature.

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I enjoy teaching, and I love to build my own lessons and curriculum!