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English language arts cultural activity videos
A Charlie Brown Christmas Lesson Plan
"Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown!"
Is there any better way to start a discussion of a holiday than by watching the Charlie Brown special about it? I use this in my ESL and EFL classroom every year to teach international students about the holiday and to get my students thinking about Christmas and the meaning of the holiday. Plus it's just fun to watch!
This comprehension and discussion lesson plan (with complete Teacher Notes, Answer Keys, and differentiated questions) involves a critical watc
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1st - 10th, Adult Education
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Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, Activities + Video
In May it is celebrated Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month . So I made this material for my classes and my students loved it, in fact I saw them very interested. This resource includes: p1: reading "How One Woman's Story Led to the Creation of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month" p2: - Explain what the text is about. - Look for words in the dictionary. - Reading comprehension questions. p3: - Match the sentences.- Match the images to the paragraphs of the text. p4:- Video "C
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in: Holidays / Seasonal / Cultural Bundle, Distance Learning
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Martin Luther King Jr. Activities for 3rd Grade: Video, Reading Passages & More
Summary
This year, make Black History Month come alive for your students with a musical video and set of illustrated activities about MLK, the Civil Rights icon. Learn how he rose to become one of the greatest men in History through his message of nonviolent resistance.
The video reviews facts from his boyhood, education, marriage, and discusses his many battles and victories he won as leader of the Civil Rights Movement up until hi
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Ellis Island QR Code Activity - Immigration
This is a great activity when wanting to create an interactive center for social studies and literacy. Read a book about Ellis Island or an immigrants recount of their experience coming to America. Then have students scan this QR code and answer the questions that follow. The video is quite long, but I have taken the time to watch the first 5 minute and create original questions that are increasingly difficult. The Scholastic video is linked to the QR code, so it is simply a quick way to acc
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1st - 5th
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Speckled Speech Presents: Gracie & The Christmas Star in Cedarville
Join the seasonal hustle and bustle on this wintery evening while little Gracie and the Astro Crew prepare for the viewing of the special Christmas star with and all of the town's people and families in the Cedarville! Read by the author, Nalinne Jones, and written for students learning to articulate the /r/ sound, and anybody who loves a fun winter story.This story was meant to bombard the student with as many words with the R sound, using as many seasonally themed target words as possible. I
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Not Grade Specific
Actividad Auditiva: Belleza y Estética: La mujer afrocolombiana y la desigualdad
Comprensión interpretativa auditiva: La reina del pueblo: la belleza y la brecha de riqueza en Colombia. Para esta sección, podrás ver un documental de ocho minutos sobre la belleza colombiana. Antes de ver, lee atentamente las siguientes declaraciones y subraya las palabras claves. Mientras ves el reportaje, circula la respuesta más adecuada, Cierto (C) o Falso (F), y responde de acuerdo a la información que aparece en el video. El segmento se reproducirá una sola vez. Includes questions in Eng
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in: Afrolatinos | Actividades para el mes de la historia negra | en español
TED Talk Analysis Graphic Organizer
TED Talks expose students to topics that expand their world knowledge. TED Talks are incredibly powerful short lectures delivered by people from all disciplines, walks of life, cultures and communities.
In an effort to address CCSS on Speaking and Listening, students can choose a topic and analyze the talk for rhetorical devices and persuasive technique, diction and personal responses.
This is a Word document that allows the boxes to expand as students type their responses; it also allows
Grades:
8th - 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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NATIVE AMERICANS Virtual Library and Media Room - SEESAW & GoogleSlides
This room is all about NATIVE AMERICANS and their diverse cultures! The Virtual Library includes 30 (Now via YouTube!) NATIVE AMERICANS-themed fiction and non-fiction books read aloud. There are also 20 NATIVE AMERICANS-themed informational videos in the Media Room. Topics cover celebrations, dwellings, art, language, legends, food, traditions, storytelling, and more! While historical points and perspectives are touched upon, the selections focus on the NATIVE AMERICAN people, both collective
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PreK - 3rd
Let's Learn Vietnamese! Level A: Lessons 1-31
These Let's Learn Vietnamese! instructional video lessons are geared toward young learners or beginners of the Vietnamese language. They can be used to teach students in the PreK/TK/Early K level. The Vietnamese Level A Workbook was developed to reinforce the lessons from the slideshows. This is a BUNDLE of all 6 slideshows included in this Level A set. They are prerecorded slideshows saved as MP4 files with animations and audio. PowerPoints are not included.The Vietnamese lessons in these slide
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Not Grade Specific
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The changing face of Britain from 1960s to 1980s
The changing face of Britain from 1960s to 1980s. A description of all the aspects involved: political transformation, social and cultural changes, economic shift, technology advancement, social unrest and activism. It is a short video to give a general view of the main events of that time.
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Periquito, The Story of Little Parakeet
A bilingual tale of Periquito (Little Parakeet) who goes out into the jungle looking for his father. All the animals recognize him because he looks "just like his Pop". They watch over him as he journeys deeper and deeper into unknown lands. The original bilingual story and traditional song written and performed by author Georgette Baker has been pleasing audiences for years. Now families can enjoy, the watercolor, renditions of the animals that young artist Evee Quijas has brought to life. See
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PreK - 2nd
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NGSS:
K-ESS3-1
Wandering in the Wilderness (Moses and the Israelites) mp4 Video
This read-along Bible story video tells about the Israelites spying on the Promised Land, receiving blessings from God, and wandering in the wilderness for 40 years. 5 minutes. Free crossword available.
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Wandering-in-the-Wilderness-Crossword-Moses-and-the-Israelites-3452742
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1st - 6th
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Let's GO! Virtual Library & Music/Media Room BUNDLE - SEESAW & Google Slides
**Save $ 4.00 with the Let's GO! Virtual Library & Music/Media Room Bundle!You get a total of 102 books read aloud and 73 song &/or informational videos, virtual tours, biographical presentations, games, and more - for just $9.75! That's less than 6 cents each!All links are via YouTube!The four distinct collections provide a wealth of engaging resources that span the curriculum including literature, non-fiction text, vocabulary development, art, geography, history, food, celebrations, a
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PreK - 3rd
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FULL YEAR Interactive Discussion Slides | Starters | Writing Prompts | Digital
The full year bundle includes 365 lessons for all 12 months. The Celebrate Everyday Calendar writing prompts are a fun and engaging way to expose students to celebrations and cultural awareness with quick mini lessons for every day of the month. Each day includes 2 no prep writing prompts that can both be completed within 15 minutes. Use as a warm up, wrap up, discussion prompts, partner work, etc. Other months available for purchase in a growing bundle.Sample topics include: stress awareness, p
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Not Grade Specific
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Guy Fawkes and Bonfire Night - Video Lesson
Pocket History animated video. Every year on November 5th, Britain celebrates the event known as 'Bonfire Night' or sometimes 'Guy Fawkes Night' with fireworks and bonfires all over the country. This short, gruesome but humorous video tells the history behind the event. The story follows the plot by a group of Catholics to assassinate the first Stuart king of England, James 1, by using gunpowder in an attempt to blow up the Houses of Parliament. It illustrates why the plot failed and also shows
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5th - 9th
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Winter Celebrations International Virtual Library w/ Media-SEESAW/GoogleSlides
This festive room is all about Winter Celebrations Around the World! The Virtual Library is a collection of 33 storybooks that explore the winter festivals & traditions of various cultures and countries.This is also a Media/Music Room! There are 26 Winter Celebrations Around the World-themed informational videos and 6 music videos.That's 55 resources, organized and displayed, for less than a dime each!*NOTE: Although the focus of this room is not faith-based, there are occasional religious
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PreK - 2nd
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SING ALONG! watch/sing/paint SPRING/RAINBOW/WEATHER
Kids sing, paint, dance and have lots of fun while learning!
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PreK - 1st
Also included in: RAINBOW/ SPRING/ WEATHER - PRE K/ K - song + video + ws
Fiber Animals Full Workshop from M5 Ranch School
Included in this workshop is a colorful and engaging text lesson to project for your students, a link to an in depth video lesson all about fiber animals, their wool, and wool products, fun and informative A to Z learning and coloring pages, a quiz and quiz key, activity worksheets, and extend the learning with additional resource links and book lists.M5 Ranch School is the creation of entrepreneur and rancher, Mary Heffernan ofFive Marys Farms. Workshops are designed for teachers and classrooms
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PreK - 9th
NGSS:
1-LS1-1
, 3-LS3-2
, 3-LS3-1
Also included in: Winter Themed Workshop Bundle From M5 Ranch School
Gingerbread Story Slides - Youtube Books
These slides will help you organize your gingerbread unit! It has all the of the youtube books linked in one slide deck with digital stickers of each character
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PreK - 5th
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The Enchanted Forest Adventure: A Story for Kindergarten
Embark on a captivating adventure with Lily, a young girl whose boundless imagination takes her on an enchanting journey. Witness the power of kindness and the joy of exploring the world's wonders around her. In this heartwarming tale, follow Lily as she navigates through whimsical landscapes, discovers new friends, and learns valuable life lessons. Immerse yourself in a story that celebrates the magic of childhood, the importance of compassion, and the thrill of uncovering the extraordinary in
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Grades:
K - 2nd
January Interactive Discussion Slides | Starters | Writing Prompts | Digital
The Celebrate Everyday Calendar writing prompts are a fun and engaging way to expose students to celebrations and cultural awareness with quick mini lessons for every day of the month. Each day includes 2 no prep writing prompts that can both be completed within 15 minutes. Use as a warm up, wrap up, discussion prompts, partner work, etc. Other months available for purchase in a growing bundle. Sample topics for January include: word nerd, international thank you, kid inventors, compliments, ka
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Not Grade Specific
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Art & Artists Around the World Virtual Library/Media Room-SEESAW & GoogleSlides
Are you ready for an art adventure?!? In this fun room, you will learn about Art & Artists Around the World. The Virtual Library is a collection of 24 books about the lives and distinct styles of renowned artists from around the world, including Frida Kahlo, Hokusai, Salvador Dali, and many more.This is also a Media Room! There are three categories of Art & Artists Around the World-themed informational videos: Artist Biographies, Art Genres, and Art Museum Virtual Tours. Check out th
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PreK - 3rd
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Harry Potter Christmas
In this class, we explore the secular Christmas traditions of wizards and witches mentioned in the popular "British Wizard" books and films. While some of their customs are exclusive to the magical world, many overlap with those of normal British humans, so along the way, we'll learn about British holiday traditions as well!▬▬▬▬▬▬ VIDEOS, ACTIVITIES, AND MORE ▬▬▬▬▬▬This course has four parts to it. Each part consists of a downloadable video presentation hosted on Google Drive, along with some re
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3rd - 12th
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Also included in: Harry Potter-Inspired Bundle: Videos + Extension Activities
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Importance of learning English language arts
English language arts (ELA) concepts — reading, writing, listening, and speaking — empower students to become effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. They are the foundation for all other types of learning as students must rely on ELA skills to master content from other subject areas and communicate what they’ve learned.
Strong reading skills can help students make sense of written content, and gather information for further analysis. Writing skills can help students articulate their ideas, construct arguments, and synthesize information. And speaking and listening skills empower students to clearly present their ideas, participate in group discussions, and collaborate with their classmates. This is why teaching English language arts is critically important for student’s success in school and beyond.
Benefits of learning English language arts
Learning English language arts offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. It helps students:
- Develop effective communication skills
- Build critical thinking and analytical skills
- Nurture their creativity and imagination
By ensuring that students have a solid foundation in English language arts, teachers can help set them up for future success.
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On TPT, English language arts resources come in various forms: from interactive notebooks and task cards to small-group activities and individual worksheets. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of ELA concepts, or to reteach a tricky concept. By incorporating ELA resources from TPT into your teaching toolbox, you can create an engaging learning experience that strengthens students’ understanding of ELA concepts.
If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable and digital English language arts worksheets, TPT has an extensive collection of resources across topics and grade levels. No matter what ELA topic your students are working on — whether you’re teaching the parts of speech to 1st graders or argumentative essay writing to 10th graders — TPT has instructional materials that are designed to help with any ELA learning need. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning ELA will be so much easier.
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