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Short stories Common Core CCRA.R.8 activities
MORE MINI MYSTERIES: 20 Fun Mystery Stories & Reading Comprehension Activities
Grab your reluctant readers' attention with these short, high-interest mysteries! No prep worksheets sure to improve reading comprehension.Follow along with Detective Cody as she solves these 20 intriguing "whodunits" mysteries. Reading comprehension and critical-thinking skills get a workout as students read each mystery, then follow the clues to their logical conclusions. Clever questions and activities encourage students to find facts, read for details, analyze situations, make inferences, p
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2nd - 6th
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MINI MYSTERIES BUNDLE: 46 Fun Mystery Stories & Reading Comprehension Activities
Reading comprehension skills are sure to improve with these engaging activities and worksheets. Kids love a good mystery... and they won't be disappointed with the 46 "who-dunits" detectives Sam Sherlock and Bree Cody encounter in this captivating skills-based set of mysteries. Question pages encourage fact-finding, analyzing clues, predicting outcomes, and solving each mystery! The high-interest format is sure to involve even the most reluctant readers. Guaranteed to be a favorite for both s
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2nd - 7th
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Most Popular Short Stories Bundle — 8th, 9th, 10th Grade ELA Short Stories
Working on a short story unit? Look no further for resources. Here are the Most Popular Short Stories Bundled for 8th, 9th, and 10th grade ELA!Included in this bundle: "The Yellow Wallpaper" by Charlotte Perkins Gilman "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant "The Veldt" by Ray Bradbury "The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs "The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell All products include reading comprehension questions and
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7th - 10th
SHORT MYSTERY STORIES & READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITIES: Follow Clues -Engaging
Are you ready to watch reading comprehension skills skyrocket while students solve these captivating short mysteries?! Students follow clues with these 36 mysteries. So engaging they won't even know they are learning.These no prep worksheets are sure to be a student AND teacher favorite. Students solve the mystery and practice a variety of academic skills including; inferencing, critical thinking, problem solving, reading comprehension, and much more! The material is so fun and engaging, stu
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The Tell Tale Heart Interactive Close Reading with Google Slides!
"My students were just breezing by the text just so they could be done. They didn't stop to read closely, make predictions, and notice the literary devices that lent to the tone and theme of the work. Mrs. Anderson's guided reading Google Slides force my students to slow down and really absorb everything. She breaks the text up into digestible chunks that students can tackle while sprinkling in literary analysis and thematic questions in a way that does not intimidate students. What's great is t
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7th - 12th
Dystopian Literature Bundle Volume II — 5 Short Stories, Literary Analysis
This bundle includes 5 awesome dystopian short story lesson plans, ALL with unique activities for before reading, during reading, and after reading. The 5 short stories included in this dystopian literature bundle are:1) Repent, Harlequin! said the Ticktock Man by Harlan Ellison 2) 2BR02B By Kurt Vonnegut Jr.3) Frost and Fire by Ray Bradbury4) The Minority Report by Philip K. Dick5) The Machine Stops by E.M. ForsterTeach all the literary elements that encompass dystopian literature such as: alle
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
A Modest Proposal by Jonathan Swift, Questions, Satire Writing and Analysis
This famously incendiary short story can be a great unit for Halloween, or, if you're feeling spicy, Thanksgiving. I think there's always room for "A Modest Proposal", like there's always room for pie. Spoiler: the proposal is that starving poor people should eat their own babies. Sound crazy? Outrageous? Ludicrous? It is, and just wait until your students get to delve into this meaty story and understand the deeply moving message it holds. This is a classic for a reason. Included:Link to the st
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9th - 12th
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The Most Dangerous Game Mock Trial
After being hunted for three days by General Zaroff, Sanger Rainsford is now on trial and being charged for Zaroff's murder. Was Rainsford truly acting in self-defense, or did he willfully and intentionally kill General Zaroff and feed him to his hounds? Your students will RAVE about this mock trial based on Connell's short story "The Most Dangerous Game"! What better way to get students to practice literary analysis, argument development, and speaking and listening skills than with a mock trial
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Edgar Allan Poe Short Stories — BUNDLE Reading Comprehension Activities
This Edgar Allan Poe Gothic Short Stories Bundle includes a literary analysis for the following 5 short stories:The Tell-Tale HeartThe Cask of AmontilladoThe Fall of the House of UsherThe Black CatThe Masque of the Red DeathEach product includes an in-depth look at each piece of literature with corresponding activities and reading comprehension questions. All stories form a perfect gothic literature unit, Edgar Allan Poe unit, or short story unit during Halloween season!This BUNDLE also includes
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Bundle Short Stories for Middle and High School
Are you looking for short story teaching guides and activities that are based on stories which are actually SHORT, engaging, relevant and authentic? Your middle and high schoolers will love these units. Most of the activities are graphic organizer and include supports for even your struggling readers. These are great for ELA, ESL/ELD/ENL/ESOL, and Special Education. I am happy to announce I have added a Short Story bundle to my product line. All the teaching guides included in the bundle were cr
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6th - 10th
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MINI MYSTERIES- Stories & Reading Comprehension Activities - No Prep Worksheets
Are you ready to watch reading comprehension skills soar? These 26 mystery stories are sure to capture students' attention while they look for clues, discover evidence, make inferences and solve each mystery! These no prep worksheets are sure to challenge students and test their detective skills! This teacher and student favorite is sure to improving reading and comprehension skills! Great for reluctant readers of all ages!MEET THE DETECTIVE:These 26 "whodunits" follow detective Sam Sherlock
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2nd - 6th
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Short Stories by Black Authors | African American Authors Bundle
In this bundle, you will receive lesson plans for 7 short stories all written by Black authors. With each product, there are detailed literary analyses, reading questions, answer keys, and accommodating activities. Diversify the literature in your classroom and use these stories to broaden your students' perspectives! These short stories also make a great addition to any Black History Month Unit in ELA!The 7 short stories by African American authors featured in this bundle are:"Raymond’s Run" by
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7th - 12th
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12 SHORT MYSTERY STORIES & READING COMPREHENSION ACTIVITIES: Follow Clues Lvl 2
EASY-TO-READ MYSTERIES | FOR STUDENTS OF ALL AGES | HIGH INTEREST | FOLLOW CLUES | MAKE INFERENCES | PREDICT OUTCOMES | SOLVE MYSTERIES | SPECIAL EDUCATION | RELUCTANT READERS | HIGH INTEREST / LOW READABILITYFollow the clues wherever they lead... Students will LOVE following clues, discovering facts, making inferences and solving each intriguing mystery! These short, high-interest mysteries take place in fascinating locations that are sure to capture the attention
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3rd - 8th
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Dystopian Literature Unit | 6 Weeks | Dystopian Lit Unit Plan
In this COMPLETE UNIT BUNDLE on dystopian literature, your students will have everything they need from start to finish to excel in the study of dystopian literature.This Bundle Includes:Introduction Lesson on Dystopian LitLiterary Analysis for 5 Dystopian Short Stories2 Digital Escape RoomsOne Pager Project for any Dystopian StoryEditable Final Test and Answer KeyTeacher InstructionsPacing GuideThis bundle includes 200 pages and 6 weeks worth of plans.Most items included in the bundle are sold
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8th - 12th
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BUNDLE COMPRENSIÓN LECTORA (120+ TEXTOS) - GUIDED READING SPANISH
Este producto contiene TODAS nuestras lecciones de comprensión lectora. Al comprar este producto podrá tener recursos y enseñar:Los elementos de un cuentoLos detalles clavesDescripción de los personajesCambio del personaje en una historiaLa lección o mensaje de una historiaComparar y contrastar varios textosCada lección está diferenciada en 3 niveles para cumplir con las necesidades de lectores bajos, medios y altos.Cada lección contiene:4 Hojas para examinar al niño o la niña en el nivel 1 {lec
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K - 6th
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A Sound of Thunder Short Story Unit | Activities Bundle
This awesome bundle includes 3 products for the short story "A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury. 1) Digital Escape Room: The digital escape room is safari themed, and students must make their way back to the time machine or they'll be trapped in the past! 2) Literary Analysis: This short story analysis includes an activating strategy, academic vocabulary, reading questions, literary analysis questions, a cause & effect graphic organizer, and discussion questions (plus answer keys for all).3
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7th - 12th
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The Demon Lover (Elizabeth Bowen) Literary Analysis Worksheets
These literary analysis worksheets for "The Demon Lover" by Elizabeth Bowen will help you go in-depth on this complex short story and keep your students engaged with its many thought-provoking ambiguities. The packet includes:Background information about Elizabeth Bowen, The Blitz during World War II, and the literary influences that shape the story. 6 questions to check reading comprehensionPrompts for analyzing how the story features 7 characteristics common to gothic fiction and explaining ho
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Modernist Short Stories Resource Bundle
The Tell-Tale Heart — Guilty or Not Guilty Trial Activity using Textual Evidence
Guilty or not guilty?! Let your students decide the fate of the narrator from The Tell-Tale Heart!This activity requires research, critical thinking, close reading, literary analysis, and finding textual evidence to justify responses. Students will research the different degrees of murder in the United States. Then they will take on the role of the judge for the trial against the narrator in the story "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe. Students will use both critical thinking skills and e
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7th - 11th
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Also included in: The Tell-Tale Heart Reading Comprehension Activities BUNDLE
Reading Passages Paragraphs Short Stories Comprehension Questions Worksheets
This 175 page PDF file includes 100 Reading Comprehension Passages with Multiple Choice and Fill in the Blank questions.The reading comprehension ranges from stories, paragraphs, texts, and passages to give your students a variety to read about. Topics include, but are not limited to, animals, food, sports, cars, family, science, school, and much more!These worksheets have many uses:1. Home school2. Substitute teacher3. Snow days4. Busy work5. Online distance learning6. Class work7. Independent
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Edgar Allan Poe Engaging Resources Bundle - The Tell-tale Heart and More
Edgar Allan Poe’s spooky and mysterious works of literature have intrigued and sparked student interest time after time! Do some close reading with a focus on figurative language and literary devices with these resources and put on the most exciting mock trial your classroom has ever seen! Here's what you'll get:⭐️ Edgar Allan Poe Biography ActivitiesIntroduce your students to the man behind the writing!⭐️ The Tell-Tale Heart Mock TrialTest your student's knowledge of this spooky tale in this fu
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8th - 11th
"The Circuit" Mini-Unit (Great for Distance Learning)
"The Circuit" by Francisco Jiménez raises excellent questions about the themes of perseverance, resilience, and family. In this chapter from Jiménez's memoir, the main character considers the importance of education, the struggles of life as a migrant farm worker, and his identity as an adolescent. Use this mini-unit to guide students as they explore these themes and use text evidence to justify their opinions. This unit is ready to be used digitally and incorporates activities for students t
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6th - 12th
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Funny Short Story Teaching Guide Priscilla and the Wimps by Richard Peck
The best short stories for middle school students are the ones that are short, engaging, funny and authentic, since secondary grades have tough audiences! "Priscilla and the Wimps" is the perfect short story for your students and this is the perfect teaching guide for you. This teaching guide includes everything you need, especially graphic organizers and visual for all your students, but especially if they are multilingual learners or students with special needs. In the short story "Priscilla a
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6th - 10th
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Also included in: Bundle Short Stories for Middle and High School
Thank You, Ma'am Complete Mini Unit (Great for Distance Learning)
Instantly engage your middle schoolers with a short story that brings up discussions about kindness, forgiveness, and learning from mistakes. "Thank You, Ma'am" by Langston Hughes, is a classic tale of redemption, full of memorable characters and powerful messages. Everything you need to lead shared inquiry discussions, support student comprehension, build vocabulary, and assess learning throughout is included. This unit is the ultimate resource for differentiated learning anchored in a centra
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5th - 9th
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"The Tell Tale Heart" Short Story Stations :Print or Digital Lesson for Fall
You get 12 literacy station lessons based on Poe's "The Tell-Tale Heart". The stations include engaging lessons about characterization, plot, foreshadowing, textual analysis, author's purpose, psychological lens, sensory imagery, symbolism, and a tiny Socratic Seminar.Using stations with older students creates interest and adds engagement to any lesson. A student who was previously listless will sit up and take notice when asked to work as a team to accomplish several tasks in a timely manner. T
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8th - 11th
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