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Common Core SL.9-10.2 cultural activities
Irish Culture Activities Mini-Unit | St. Patrick's Day
Fun and cross-curricular learning about Irish culture and history is not just for St. Patrick's Day - it's interesting and CCSS-based year round! Ireland activities include informational reading, map analysis, color-coding, summarizing, categorizing, design, and more! Enough lesson material for two-three class periods, depending on how you wish to time each activity. Contents Include:Learning TargetsTeacher’s DirectionsHow Much Do You Know? (Anticipatory Engagement Pretest)Quick Poetry Analysis:
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6th - 9th
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How to Make Papel Picado (Day of the Dead, Halloween, Cinco de Mayo)
In Mexico, cut tissue paper or papel picado is a traditional decoration for Cinco de Mayo, the Day of the Dead, national holidays, weddings, funerals, and many other celebrations. These festive, brightly colored sheaths of paper hang from banners strung along balconies, across streets and buildings, homes, and squares.
In this activity, students create papel picado banners using colored tissue paper. This is a good activity for the art room, for holiday units, or to complement Spanish language
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K - 12th
Song of Roland: Presentation of Select Portions of the Epic
This unit covers basic information about the early Middle Ages. Activities include research assignments and creative writing. Students present groups of Laisses as sportscasters calling a football game, a 60 Minutes newscast, a comic book, and a funeral eulogy. A student emcee provides pertinent details that tie the story together. This is a fun way to get students to think critically, be creative, and present their productions. My class of high-risk English II students loved this challenge. COM
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7th - 12th
I Have A Dream Project
The "I Have a Dream" project, with its comprehensive Choice Board, serves as a versatile and engaging tool for teachers, providing a holistic approach to student expression, creativity, and self-reflection. Here's an in-depth description of how this project can benefit other teachers:Facilitating Individual Expression:The project encourages students to articulate and visualize their dreams in a unique way. This not only fosters creativity but also allows teachers to gain insights into the person
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8th - 12th
Also included in:Â I Have A Dream Project-Choice Board and Rubric Bundle
Hispanic Heritage Month: "Real Women Have Curves": film guide and questions
Culture clash or assimilation? "Real Women Have Curves" is a 2012 American film about a first generation Mexican American teenage girl who is lost in between cultural expectations, class constrictions, family duty, and her own personal aspirations. The movie is rated "PG 13". There are 13 questions for students to answer as they watch the movie, and 4 whole class discussion questions. Great film to analyze cultural expectations vs. American identity issues, body image, and media pressure on te
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7th - 12th
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Mark Twain Packet
From Electric English...
This is a comprehensive packet for Mark Twain, several of his short stories, and his anecdotes/maxims. You might notice as you peruse my store that each of these items is listed individually, as well as, bundled. For example, the answer key for the assessment is listed separate from the assessment itself.... This is not because I am greedy or want to squeeze one more dollar out of you. Had I included the answer key with the assessment, I would have listed the price at a
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10th - 11th
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Unit: Legends & Tall Tales/Mythology, Folklore/Creative Writing/ELA7-12|EDITABLE
Grade Levels: 7-12Creator: Erica VilliloAnchor Standards: 15Steps: 16Original Products: 9Links to Resources: 10Rubrics: 2Brainstorm about heroes with MY ORIGINAL HONORS WKSH: Heroes (CCSS.ELA.W.9)Research with LINK R4S: Module 2- Finding Information about a hero (CCSS.ELA.W.7)Read LINK: Tale of Sir Launcelot.pdf (CCSS.ELA.R.10)Practice standardized testing vocabulary with MY ORIGINAL WKSH Vocabulary Usage: Tale of Sir Launcelot du Lake (CCSS.ELA.L.4-6)Read LINK: The Sword in the Stone.pdf (CCSS.
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7th - 12th
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CLASS: Mythology and Folklore- ELA 7-12 (EDITABLE)
Unit: Norse Stories- Mythology and Folklore- ELA 7-12 (EDITABLE)Grade Levels: 7-12Creator: Erica VilliloAnchor Standards: All 32 CCSS Anchor StandardsSteps: 115+Original Products: 75+Links to Resources: 100+Rubrics: 5+11 Unit Bundles Include: Introduction, African, Sports, Pirates, Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Arabian, Celtic, Italian, Norse, Greek
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7th - 12th
I am Malala - International Women's Day Lesson
This multimedia lesson is perfect for celebrating International Women's Day. You can either work through the lesson with your students as a large group or send them off to work independently (great lesson for a sub day!). Students are provided background information on Malala Yousafzai, the Taliban, and Muslim women's agency in deciding to veil. This presentation heavily focuses on the diverse experiences of Muslim women. The meat of the lesson is focused around a Women & Crime podcast episo
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Not Grade Specific
Christmas Carols: An Historical, Analytical, and Character Carol Activity
This activity takes students on a journey through the history, literature, and music of Christmas carols, culminating in a deeper understanding and appreciation for these beloved holiday traditions. In this activity, students will understand the purpose and history of Christmas carols and then write a Christmas carol from the perspective of a literary character. After exploring the overall history of these songs, students will select a Christmas carol to explore in depth. I have included a compr
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7th - 12th
Charlotte Perkins Gilman: "The Yellow Wallpaper" Artistic Activity- Literate Art
From Electric English...
This is an at home project, in which, the students are asked to take a closer look at the short story, "The Yellow Wallpaper". And, then, to make a drawing that conveys their interpretation of the dreaded yellow wallpaper. I have several truly awesome examples of student work that have been created over the years, but unfortunately, that will not help you here.... So, I have posted several images of the wallpaper that I found on the web. You can show your students these
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10th - 11th
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The Alchemist UbD Unit
This unit is UbD and aligned with ELA Common Core standards. Includes: 4 essential questions, rationale, table of thematic texts, unit goals, pacing calendar, 15/25 lesson plans, and coordinating graphic organizers.
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6th - 12th
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Ethics Civics Citizen Responsibility Activities - Social Scenarios Worksheets
What are the Civic and Social Responsibilities of the Rich and Famous? Because the wealthy have more, does it mean they are obligated to help the less fortunate? Are famous privileged people duty-bound to share their abundance or act philanthropic? People in the public eye are scrutinized for their lifestyles and beliefs. This awareness activity presents intriguing questions as discussion starters to engage your Social Studies students! Activity Objectives:Develop Problem-Resolution Ideas Criti
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9th - 12th
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Image Study: Ansel Adams
This assignment is called an "Image Study." For this, students will be taking a close look at a major piece of visual art, in this case a few photos by stunning nature photographer Ansel Adams, and examining it on their own. Afterwards, they will watch a short (<10 minutes) video essay from someone talking about it and ract to that.For this one, they are going to look at a few pictures before watching the video. This is because the video isn't about one image, but the person who made them ima
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9th - 12th
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Robert Frost Packet
From Electric English...This is a comprehensive packet for Robert Frost, his poem "The Death of the Hired Man", and other various poetry. You might notice as you peruse my store that each of these items is listed individually, as well as, bundled. For example, the answer key for the questions is listed separate from the questions themselves.... This is not because I am greedy or want to squeeze one more dollar out of you. Had I included the rubric with the essay, I would have listed the price at
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10th - 11th
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Henry Wadsworth Longfellow Packet
From Electric English...
This is a comprehensive packet for Henry Wadsworth Longfellow and two of his more famous poems. You might notice as you peruse my store that each of these items is listed individually, as well as, bundled. For example, the answer key for the questions is listed separate from the questions themselves.... This is not because I am greedy or want to squeeze one more dollar out of you.
No, I list everything separate because as a teacher, I know, that sometimes you want some
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10th - 11th
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Hola, Flamenco – An Introduction to Spain's National Art
History, Music, Dance, Cultural Studies and adventure come together in a high-spirited, melodious romp through the rolling hills of Andalusia – all filmed in gorgeous high definition 1080p. Welcome to the next generation of educational movie!‘Hola, Flamenco’ is a historically-themed documentary short dedicated to Spain’s UNESCO-recognized national art. Featuring performances, demonstrations and interviews with some of Flamenco’s most renowned and charismatic figures, it provides a striking, vibr
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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EA Robinson Packet
From Electric English...
This is a comprehensive packet for Edwin Arlington Robinson and his fictional town of Tilbury. You might notice as you peruse my store that each of these items is listed individually, as well as, bundled. For example, the answer key for the questions is listed separate from the questions themselves.... This is not because I am greedy or want to squeeze one more dollar out of you. Had I included the answer key with the assessment, I would have listed the price at a dollar
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10th - 11th
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Emily Dickinson Packet
From Electric English...
This is a comprehensive packet for Emily Dickinson and several of her poems including, "We Grow Accustomed to the Dark" and "Much Madness is Divinest Sense". You might notice as you peruse my store that each of these items is listed individually, as well as, bundled. For example, the answer key for the questions is listed separate from the questions themselves.... This is not because I am greedy or want to squeeze one more dollar out of you.
No, I list everything separ
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10th - 11th
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Unit: Brothers' Grimm Stories - Mythology & Folklore ELA 7-12 (EDITABLE)
Grade Levels: 7-12Creator: Erica VilliloStandards: CCSS.ELA.SL.1CCSS.ELA.SL.2CCSS.ELA.SL.6CCSS.ELA.W.1CCSS.ELA.W.4CCSS.ELA.W.8CCSS.ELA.W.9CCSS.ELA.W.10CCSS.ELA.R.1CCSS.ELA.R.104 Original Products18 Links12 Activities
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7th - 12th
Joyce Carol Oates Packet
From Electric English...This is a comprehensive packet for Joyce Carol Oates and her short story, "Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?". You might notice as you peruse my store that each of these items is listed individually, as well as, bundled. For example, the rubric for an essay is listed separate from the essay itself.... This is not because I am greedy or want to squeeze one more dollar out of you. Had I included the rubric with the essay, I would have listed the price at a dollar hi
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10th - 11th
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Ursula Le Guin Packet
From Electric English...This is a comprehensive packet for Ursula Le Guin and her short story, "Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas". You might notice as you peruse my store that each of these items is listed individually, as well as, bundled. For example, the rubric for an essay is listed separate from the essay itself.... This is not because I am greedy or want to squeeze one more dollar out of you. Had I included the rubric with the essay, I would have listed the price at a dollar higher anyway. N
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Ambrose Bierce Packet
From Electric English...This is a comprehensive packet for Ambrose Bierce and his short story, "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge". You might notice as you peruse my store that each of these items is listed individually, as well as, bundled. For example, the answer key for the assessment is listed separate from the assessment itself.... This is not because I am greedy or want to squeeze one more dollar out of you. Had I included the answer key with the assessment, I would have listed the price a
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10th - 11th
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Image Study: Saturn Devouring His Son
Note, this assignment is about a painting that some find disturbing. The Image is Saturn Devouring His Son by Spanish artist Francisco Goya. Be sure to review the paiting to ensure that it is appropriate for you class. Image Study: This is an Image Study where students will analyze a painting on their own, in this case, Saturn Devouring His Son by Fracisco Goya , and then watch a short (<10 minutes) video essay by Nerdwriter that breaks down that painting, its form, and historical context and
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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