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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

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

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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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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

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Activities, Cultural 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.L.1, CCRA.L.3

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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, ...

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Projects, Activities, Simulations

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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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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, ...

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Projects, Activities, Lesson

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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...

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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, ...

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Activities, Printables, Lesson

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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...

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Collaborative Arguments - Activity, Lesson, Debate, Argument Writing, Discourse

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Bring the discourse -- across all subject areas -- with this high engagement activity! Collaborative Arguments stimulates students' critical thinking and provides a platform to practice argument writing and refine reasoning skills--all while having

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...

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3 Levels of Text Discussion: Text-based analysis, discourse, lesson, slides

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Searching for a way to push students towards idea-based, evidence-based thinking instead of plot summary? This is it! The 3 Levels of Text Discussion is inquiry-based, facilitating higher levels of DoK in task and academic discourse. Adaptable

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Task Cards, Lesson

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2, CCRA.SL.3...

$4.00

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Motivational Notes in Spanish - Class Community, Social Emotional Intervention

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Students love these colorful Motivational Notes in Spanish! Whether you teach English Learners, Spanish, or want to recognize students' linguistic and cultural backgrounds, these notes deliver personalized, positive, and powerful motivation. *Also,

Subjects:

Spanish, EFL - ESL - ELD, Classroom Community

Grades:

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

Types:

Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas, Cultural Activities

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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...

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300 Motivational Notes - Sticky Note Printables - Social Emotional Intervention

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

We know that building strong relationships is key, and personalized motivational notes is one sure way to show a student or colleague that they matter. I have the best intentions at the beginning of the year to write each student personal notes, but

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning

Grades:

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

Types:

Printables, Classroom Forms, Bulletin Board Ideas

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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...

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Carousel Writing Text Analysis - Literary + Informational - Activity, Lessons

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Looking for a new way to bring excitement (dare I say fun?) into critical thinking and argument writing? Teach your students how to "think like a lawyer" when evaluating either literary or nonfiction text to make arguments and counter-arguments and

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...

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Faces of My Character | Narrative Writing Activity | Literary Analysis Project

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Looking for a new way to bring narrative writing and literary analysis into your classroom? This resource engages students in both narrative writing and literary analysis with a deep dive into characterization. It's also a novel and unique way to

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Writing

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...

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$2.25

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99 Debatable Statement Cards - Printables, Argument Writing, Discussion, Debate

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Looking for an engaging tool for debate, argument writing, consensus building, and discussions? These 99 Debatable Statement/ Claim cards are the perfect way to spark lively engagement in your classroom. These debatable statements go beyond the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Writing

Grades:

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

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...

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$1.75

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MLK's "Beyond Vietnam" Speech - Rhetorical Analysis Essay Lesson Writing Guide

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This resource supports your students' rhetorical analysis essay writing with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Speech/sermon, delivered at Riverside Church on April 4, 1967, "Beyond Vietnam--A Time to Break the Silence" (also known as the "Riverside

Subjects:

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

Grades:

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

Types:

Graphic Organizers, 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

$3.50

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Obama Eulogy for John Lewis Rhetorical Analysis Essay + Writing Guide - AP Lang

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This resource supports your students' rhetorical analysis essay writing with President Barack Obama's Eulogy for civil rights activist, Representative John Lewis. Important: This listing is for a two-page excerpt of the entire eulogy. (See product

Subjects:

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

Grades:

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

Types:

Graphic Organizers, 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

$3.50

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Multiple Choice Strategy Flash Cards, SAT Prep, AP Exam, MCAS, Test Prep

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

These mini cards are a great fold-able for a notebook and can be cut into small squares for mini flashcards. I also cut and laminate for each table to practice and identify which strategy students are using. Visually engaging test prep for any

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, For All Subject Areas, Test Preparation

Grades:

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

Types:

Handouts, Flash Cards, Printables

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.4, CCRA.L.6

$1.50

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Reasoning Guide, Literary Analysis, Writing Scaffold, Analytical Writing frames

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This is a game changer in my writing instruction: 3 "E"s Reasoning Guide: Explain + Extend + ExpandHelp your students develop evidence-based reasoning and extend their writing into analysis + commentary in any essay. These stems facilitate writing

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ESL / ELL / EFL, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

Types:

Study Guides, Outlines, 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.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.4...

$1.50

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Podcast Notes Graphic Organizer + Main Idea + Details + Summary

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Who doesn't love teaching with a podcast? The problem: How do students capture the main elements of a podcast in order to apply it and learn from it? I developed this resource because my students needed a structured note taking organizer. This

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays

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:

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

$2.50

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Power Verb Writing Cards - Writing Scaffold for Pre-AP / AP Lang / AP Lit

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

Easiest way to level-up student writing? VERBS! This resource helps students move their writing from basic to analytical by focusing on verb integration. These are colorful and look great laminated. I give each student a set of cards for their

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:

Flash Cards, 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

$3.50

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Rhetorical Analysis Writing Guide + Resources - Jesse Williams Speech - AP Lang

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This is my students' favorite speech to analyze. It includes a detailed/scaffolded Rhetorical Analysis Essay Writing Frame, which hats helped my students write the AP Language Rhetorical Analysis essay, connecting writer's / speaker's choice in

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing-Essays, Black History Month

Grades:

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

Types:

Handouts, 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

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Debate Template, In person / Digital Debate - AP Language / Pre-AP Argumentation

By Rhetoric and Rhymes

This is a powerpoint guide to facilitate your students' debate -- either in person debate or digital debate. This template incorporates two texts: "Danger of a Single Story" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie - Ted Talk (linked) and Jesus Colon's "Little

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Oral Communication

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Simulations, Lesson

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2, CCRA.SL.3, CCRA.SL.4, CCRA.SL.5...

$2.50

Digital Download PPTX (0.59 MB)

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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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