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12th grade close reading cultural activity pdfs
Tell-Tale Heart by Poe. Adapted Close Read Halloween Fun. ESL Beginner Unit.
This bright, colorful and fun adapted text version of The Tell-Tale Heart makes Poe's classic accessible to ESL and ENL beginners and newcomers. The unit includes 5-days of lesson plans, based around an initial and then close read of the text. Please open up the preview for details to make sure the text is right for your classroom -- it will be a challenge for your ELLs, but hopefully worth it.It is easily set up for DISTANCE LEARNING on TPT Digital, shared via Google Classroom. The PDF also pri
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Motorcycles and Sweetgrass - Novel Study and Text Analysis
This unit can be taught in tandem with the text Motorcycles & Sweetgrass, written by Drew Hayden Taylor in 2011.I have used this resource alongside the text for my grade 11 university and college level First Nations English classes. It was taught over about 10 weeks.Included:Pre-reading work, to provide some background, context and social/historical significance to the story prior to reading. This includes looking at the epigraph of the text both before and after completion. Basic comprehens
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Take a Knee to Take a Stand: Colin Kaepernick and Social Justice
This identity-based curriculum lesson is one of 4 within the Black History/Social Justice Movements Module (available as a bundle on my TPT). The lesson includes:
-Anchor text
-Supplemental texts
-Vocabulary
-Discussion questions
-Social Justice work
-Performance task
-Grading rubric
-CCCS alignment (common core)
-Social Justice standards alignment
Grades:
6th - 12th
Informational Text Lesson #1 - EMERGENCY SUB PLAN SAVER!!!
Are you in need of informational texts that interest secondary students? Take a look at current culture by diving into real-world problems with today's students. This product includes "High School: The Bad and the Good," which follows Muslim students in America dealing with stereotypes and bullying based on their religion.The product includes the text, multiple worksheets focusing on comprehension, vocabulary, directed reading, writing prompts, and finding writing strategies with supporting deta
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Black. Stepping Out from Oppression and Into Power. The Social Justice Fight
This module includes:
-Teacher's Guide with suggested pacing, FAQs, "How to deal with Racist Remarks," "Engaging in difficult Conversations," etc.
-4 ELA Content Standards-Based Lessons
"Black Lives Matter"
"Take A Knee"
"Loving vs. Virginia"
"Rodney King and the LA Riots"
Each lesson contains:
*Anchor Text
*Supplemental Texts (articles, videos, infographics)
*Discussion Questions
*Vocabulary
*Performance Task
*Social Justice Work
*Standards Alignment (CCCS)
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6th - 12th
Merengue Lectura: Spanish Cultural Reading on Hispanic Music
This 3-page file includes:~A Spanish reading on Merengue dancing from the Dominican Republic. It discusses its emergence in the 19th century, the various instruments used from Africa, Europe and the indigenous Taino populations. It also discusses how it became popular in the 20th century and how it is danced. The reading includes a glossary of new vocabulary.~A separate page with 10 reading comprehension questions based on the reading. ~Answer key.Level: Spanish 2+
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Spanish Reading Bundle on the Dominican Republic: 4 Lecturas @35% off!
AP Spanish Thematic Connection & Literary Analysis
Struggling to get your students to make culturally thematic connections in order to write s strong thesis?These scaffolded culturally thematic worksheets are perfect for students of all high school levels. This digital and print worksheet includes various of themes students can pick from and low-prep guided questions perfect for exploring writing skills and critical thinking. Quick and easy setup make this digital or printed notebook, perfect for student centered learning.Lead your students to d
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10th - 12th
What is Ramadan? A Mini Unit
What is Ramadan? Why do Muslims fast? What is Eid?Students will be able to answer these questions and more with the activities and informational text included in this packet. Includes:What is Ramadan? an informational sheetWhat is Ramadan? Questionnaire students will answer regarding read factsThe five pillars of Islam fill in sheetTrue or False? Reviewing the facts of RamadanThe mosque a brief activity explaining what a mosque isEid al-Fitr an informational sheet along with questions regardin
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3rd - 12th
Still I Rise - Uncover Theme Close Reading - Figurative Language Lesson Plan
This lesson plan rincludes the following:-Warm Up: Photo Analysis - students analyze image -Figurative Language Review - hyperbole, repetition, metaphor, simile -Theme - traits and review -Students determine the theme of this poem by interpreting the figurative language in the poemLEARNING TARGET: Interpret the use of figurative language to determine theme.
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5th - 12th
Inference & Analysis: Point of View Bias on "Developing" Countries
Analyze Biased views of "developing" countries!
Practice inference, analysis and paraphrase from an informational expository article and fictional literature close readings to analyze the biased, unquestioned beliefs about "developing" vs. "developed" nations.
The non-fiction and fictional texts help students master CCSS-aligned skills in Reading and Writing while helping them become open-minded and socially critical when examining biased points of view and unquestioned stereotypes of "develo
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
"Long Way Down" post-reading Activities Choice Board (Jason Reynolds)
Engage your students in meaningful post-reading activities with the "Long Way Down After Reading Choice Board" and watch as they develop critical thinking skills, empathy, and a deeper appreciation for literature. Let's embark on this journey together.By incorporating this choice board into your curriculum, you empower students to explore "Long Way Down" through a lens that resonates with their interests and strengths. Whether they prefer writing, art, analysis, or interactive projects, this res
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10th - 12th
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Mourning and Loss through Poetry and Song
Rationale: In many great works of literature, the death of a character— and the response to that death— often serves as a catalyst for the development of (or conflict among) other characters or may serve as the denouement to the narrative. Yet the very human reactions to death are ones our students may know only in the abstract, or instead bottle-up, and therefore cannot fully appreciate the sense of loss that is expressed. This exercise attempts to have them grapple with an understanding of
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7th - 12th
Killers of the Flower Moon Chronicle 1 Activities, Discussion Groups, and Quiz
I have taught Killers of the Flower Moon by David Grann in my AP Language and Composition Class for the last 2 years. These are the discussion group questions, research projects, activities, quiz, and resources and examples that I use for Chronicle 1. It is an awesome non-fiction (literary journalism) book to teach to High School Students.
Grades:
9th - 12th
Poems of the Harlem Renaissance: Comprehension and Analysis (Fully Editable)
No American Literature curriculum is complete without a study of the poetry of the Harlem Renaissance. This lesson presents the poems of Paul Laurence Dunbar, Claude McKay, and Langston Hughes with questions embedded in the text of each poem which will guide your students to a comprehensive understanding of each poet!This fully editable lesson includes questions for the following poems:"Sympathy" by Paul Laurence Dunbar"We Wear the Mask" by Paul Laurence Dunbar"To One Coming North" by Claude McK
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Harlem Renaissance Unit: Poems, Short Stories, and Rhetorical Analysis
Nordic Mythology / A Brief introduction
This resource introduces the learners to the world of Nordic Mythology, its origins, and its impacts on the literature and the culture of other nations. The titles in this presentation include the following:Where did the Norse come from?The Basics of Nordic MythologyThe Norse WorldValhalla Gods and Lesser DeitiesThis resource serves as an introduction to the students to study and discover the rich world of Norse mythology.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Notice and Note Analysis: Fish Cheeks by Amy Tan
NO PREP. JUST PRINT!Read this "Fish Cheeks" by Amy Tan text set, which combines contemporary literature and Notice and Note strategies for older students. Students will have the opportunity to identify and analyze different Notice and Note Signposts from the texts including:Tough QuestionsWords of the WiserAha MomentThis set includes:Chunked text set complete with an annotation sidebarTeacher guide to identifying and analyzing the N&N signposts used for this textGraphic Organizer where stude
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6th - 12th
Art Project Lesson Van Gogh's "Starry Night on the Rhine" w/Close Read
Advance your instruction in the classroom to an integrated approach in teaching with all the work done for you! Allow students to learn about one of the most celebrated artists, Vincent Van Gogh, while creating an artwork with a focus on PASTEL TECHNIQUES and "PAINTING" LIGHT WITH PASTELS that is inspired by one of his first works to depict artificial lighting new to his era. Although much is known about his life, few know about his faith and the newest conclusions about his death. I used this l
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4th - 12th
Art Project Lesson Plans Van Gogh's "Vase with Irises" w/Close Read
Advance your instruction in the classroom to an integrated approach to teaching with all the work done for you! Allow students to learn about one of the most celebrated artists, Vincent Van Gogh, while creating an artwork with the focus on complementary colors that is inspired by one of his most valuable artworks. Although much is known about his life, few know about his faith and the newest conclusions about his death. I used this lesson plan with third grade, but as I have taught Pre-K-12, I b
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3rd - 12th
Loving Vs. Virginia
This identity-based curriculum lesson is one of 4 within the Black History/Social Justice Movements Module (available as a bundle on my TPT). The lesson includes:
-Anchor text
-Supplemental texts
-Vocabulary
-Discussion questions
-Social Justice work
-Performance task
-Grading rubric
-CCCS alignment (common core)
-Social Justice standards alignment
Grades:
6th - 12th
Secondary New Year's Traditions Around the world informational text activity!
Happy New Year! Journey with your students around the world to over 12 different countries! You will explore how New Year's is celebrated in the following countries: MexicoThe United StatesChina BrazilItaly EnglandEcuadorIrelandScotland England The PhilppinesJapan A link is included to an Google interactive activity! Informational and figurative language questions are included. At the end of the lesson, students have the opportunity to research a country of their choice!
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4th - 12th
Braceros Program: Latin X History/Social Justice Movements
This identity-based curriculum lesson is one of 4 within the LatinX History/Social Justice Movements Module (available as a bundle on my TPT). The lesson includes:
-Anchor text
-Supplemental texts
-Vocabulary
-Discussion questions
-Social Justice work
-Performance task
-Grading rubric
-CCCS alignment (common core)
-Social Justice standards alignment
Grades:
6th - 12th
The World on the Turtle's Back- A Native American Myth
Students build background knowledge about creation stories, read the Native American Creation Myth, take notes, discuss similarities and differences between the Biblical creation story and the Native American creation story, as well as complete an active reading activity.
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9th - 12th
Kendrick Lamar | Reading Comprehension & Analysis Passage | No-Prep
This informational text allows students to demonstrate comprehension and apply analysis to a nonfiction text. This article is about Kendrick Lamar's historic victory as the first non-classical and non-jazz music artist to win Pulitzer Prize for music. Students will apply the following skills: ✅ comprehension and analysis of an informational text✅ understanding new words in context ✅ inferencing ✅ understanding figures of speech (metaphor)✅ thinking critically using the current social climate as
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7th - 12th
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Reading Fluency, Vocabulary, and Comprehension
Teaches the order of understanding what you readteaches the techniques of skimming and scanningteaches reading level self-assessment and metacognitionteaches peer reviewteaches use of dictionaryteaches paraphrasingteaches summarizingteaches paraphrasing/summarizingteaches vocabulary development with dictionaryteaches pronunciation through both syllabication and dictionary useteaches vocabulary through contextteaches figurative language skills (allusion, metaphor, juxtaposition, imagery)teaches u
Grades:
9th - 12th
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