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Rhetorical Analysis SPACECAT graphic organizer for 3-minute Ted Talks

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

**This resource is also available in the Rhetorical Analysis Unit Bundle!This resource helps students think through all aspects of rhetorical analysis using the SPACECAT acronym (similar to SOAPSTone - below). I've linked in 4 different 3-minute Ted

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$1.75

$1.40

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Multiple Choice Strategies Powerpoint Test-taking strategies all subjects

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This Powerpoint Presentation contains visual descriptions of tried-and-true multiple choice strategies for all MC tests, including MCAS, MAP, State Assessments, AP, SAT, teacher licensure, National Board certification, etc. Links to videos embedded.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Critical Thinking, Test Preparation

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

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Study Guides, PowerPoint Presentations, Assessment

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.3

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$2.00

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Debate Bundle - Debates, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics, Templates, Scaffolds

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This "Ultimate Debate Bundle" is everything you need to facilitate clear, well-organized debates for students of elementary school - 12th grade. The materials are designed for a students of varying language and learning needs, fitting the language

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, EFL - ESL - ELD

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

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Projects, Activities, Simulations

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5...

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Heart Transplant Debate - Argument, Persuasion, Line of Reasoning, Team Building

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

The Heart Transplant debate is a great entry to a unit on persuasion/argumentation. It's also a fantastic tool to teach Line of Reasoning through experiential learning. This activity provides an opportunity for students to apply knowledge of general

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Simulations, Lesson

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CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2, CCRA.SL.3, CCRA.SL.4, CCRA.SL.5, CCRA.SL.6, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3, CCRA.L.6

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AP Language Exam BUNDLE - Multiple Choice & Essay Prep, Flashcards, Slides

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Help your students be 110% prepared for the AP Language exam, understand all components of the exam, and understand the process steps required for essays (FRQs). This bundle contains 23 resources plus additional links to writing supports and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Writing

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

Types:

Study Guides, Assessment, Outlines

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$52.75 $42.20

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AP Language Synthesis Bundle - research project, essay organizer, slides, unit

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This bundle contains everything you need to launch and keep the momentum going in your AP Language Synthesis unit. Each resource helps your students visualize their thinking, organize writing, and understand the process to producing a solid

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Projects, Graphic Organizers

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.11-12.10, SL.11-12.1, SL.11-12.1a...

$25.50 $20.40

$16.32

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Op-ed unit- Rhetorical Analysis Project Based - videos, Padlets, lessons, PBL

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This is an 8+ lesson unit complete with 124 unit slides, 25 page interactive/digital notebook with writing spaces, 3 Padlets, and 2 Jamboards. If you wish, you can adapt the Padlet and Jamboard features to Google Doc/handwritten responses. This unit

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Unit Plans, Activities, Lesson

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2, CCRA.SL.3...

$14.99

$11.99

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Google Drive™ folder

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Argument Essay Slides (Thesis + Line of Reasoning) Pre-AP/AP Language

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

These are my go-to argument essay slides for Advanced Placement Language and Composition. Great for Pre-AP students, too! The slides provide explicit instruction for thesis statement construction as well as developing a Line of Reasoning. Link to my

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

Types:

Teacher Manuals, PowerPoint Presentations, Task Cards

CCSS:

CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.L.3

$2.50

$2.00

Digital Download PPTX (14.85 MB)

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Living Wall - Close Reading, Accountable Talk, Unit Activator, Engagement

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Get your students talking to each other in a novel way while making thinking and learning visible. This resource provides everything you need for the ultimate "Big Paper/Silent Conversation." The product is a visual representation of your students'

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, For All Subject Areas

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

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Activities, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$3.50

$2.80

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Google Drive™ folder

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Rhetorical Analysis Bundle AP Lang: Speeches, Writing Resources, Lessons, Slides

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This bundle will take you and your students through a 7-10 week Rhetorical Analysis unit aligned to AP Language/Pre-AP standards and Common Core Standards. Check out the Preview to this listing to view most of the resources in this Bundle.Rhetorical

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing-Essays, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Google Apps

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$38.00 $33.00

$26.40

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Google Drive™ folder

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Argumentative Writing Bundle - Essay organizer, stems, links, visuals, scaffolds

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This is everything I use to teach the argument essay in AP Language (also for Pre-AP Language). Writing guides are scaffolded and designed to focus on idea-based arguments with strong evidence and analysis. Resources also include thesis and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Critical Thinking, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Rubrics, Video Files

CCSS:

CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3, CCRA.L.6

$20.75 $16.60

$13.28

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Read Like a Writer Diction Tone Lesson: Rhetorical Analysis - Literary Analysis

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This resource facilitates text-based analysis in writing and discussion both independently and collaboratively -- it engages students through collaborative thinking around text analysis of diction and tone, making evidence-based claims, and close

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Cultural Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$4.50

$3.60

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SPACECAT Rhetorical Analysis - 12 speeches under 12 minutes CHOICE BOARD

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

**This resource is also available in...Rhetorical Analysis Unit Bundle Engage your students with a choice board of 12 video speeches -- each speech under 12 minutes. This is a great introduction to get your students comfortable with the SPACECAT

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Video Files, Lesson

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$3.50

$2.80

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Rhetorical Analysis Essay Revision Board Activity - AP Language Printable

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Looking for a way to support students in targeted, actionable rhetorical analysis essay revision? This Revision Board activity takes students through targeted focus correction areas, helping students "zone in" on rhetorical essay "must-haves." By

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

Types:

Outlines, Printables, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$3.00

$2.40

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Google Drive™ folder

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MLK's "Blueprint" Speech Scaffolded Close Reading, Writing Prompts, Discourse

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This resource provides a great entry to rhetorical analysis without the heavy terminology -- it engages students through collaborative thinking around text analysis, making evidence-based claims in a socratic seminar discussion, and facilitates

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Black History Month

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Cultural Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$5.00

$4.00

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Rhetorical Analysis Greta Thunberg Speeches Essay Organizer + Slides + AP Lang

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Greta Thunberg offers rich analysis in understatement, sarcasm, irony, litotes, and parallelism. I've included 2 speeches that pair nicely: "The House is on Fire" and "The House is Still on Fire." This material is visual, colorful, and includes lots

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing-Essays, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Projects, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$3.50

$2.80

Online Resource
Google Drive™ folder

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Debate Starter Bundle - Handouts, Rubrics, Graphic Organizers, templates

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This debate bundle is everything you need to facilitate a clear, well-organized debate for students of elementary school - 12th grade. This is a great unit to fit the language development needs of ESL students as well because it is visually based

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, EFL - ESL - ELD

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

Types:

Projects, Activities, Simulations

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5...

$9.50 $7.50

$6.00

Online Resource
Google Drive™ folder

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MULTIPLE CHOICE BUNDLE - AP Language / SAT / ACT - activities, lessons, slides

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This Bundle listing will help your students be ready for the AP Language exam, as well as SAT/ACT reading & writing multiple choice questions. The resources in this listing offer a variety of ways for students to interactively engage with

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Test Preparation, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Study Guides, Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.2, CCRA.L.3, CCRA.L.6

$17.75 $14.20

$11.36

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Signpost Mind Map Activity, Annotation, Close Reading, Literary Analysis

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Looking for an effective close reading activity that pushes students to think critically about literary text AND provides an opportunity for students to demonstrate their reading in a unique way? The Fiction Signpost Mind Map is a visual thinking

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Projects, Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.4, RL.11-12.5, RL.11-12.6, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6...

$6.00 $4.50

$3.60

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Consensogram Activity - Anticipation Guide all subjects, Discussion, unit Launch

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Bring the discourse -- across all subject areas -- with this high engagement activity! Looking for ways to launch a new unit or text, leverage prior knowledge, assess students' understanding of a topic before a unit, create community, and showcase

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Writing

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.4, RL.11-12.5, RL.11-12.6, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6...

$3.75

$3.00

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Google Drive™ folder

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

15 years classroom experience - secondary education 5 years higher education Secondary instructional coach Equitable Literacy Culturally Responsive Teaching National Board Certified, AYA ELA Teach ELA 10-12, ESL, AP Language Curriculum & Instruction Specialist New Teacher Developer

MY TEACHING STYLE

Workshop style High Engagement: Focus on instructional dialogue - Debate, Seminar, Discourse Differentiation - station work Inclusion Standards-based Equitable Literacy Restorative Justice practices Culturally Responsive Teaching

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Educator of the Year Honorable Mention, BPS/BTU 2017 Calderwood Writing Fellow, 2017

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Boston University Emerson College

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