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BUNDLE! The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Novel Study and Background PPT
This product is a BUNDLE for my novel study on The Boy in the Striped Pajamas and my background information PowerPoint on the holocaust in Poland during World War II.A 10% discount has automatically been applied for the BUNDLE!!The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Novel Study OnlyThe Boy in the Striped Pajamas Background PowerPoint OnlyRelated Novels:I Am David Novel StudyNumber the Stars Novel StudyNight Novel Study
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
The Road (Cormac McCarthy) Exam
An in-depth and editable 75-question multiple choice exam with key and essay prompts. The test includes questions on plot, characters, literary techniques, writing style and themes of Cormac McCarthy's Pulitzer Prize-winning post-apocalyptic novel. A solid culminating exam after studying the novel that tests students reading comprehension and analysis of the novel.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Dystopian Literature Narrative Assignment: Write your own Dystopia
Studying Dystopian literature in your class? Assess your students understanding of Dystopian qualities and practice mastery of the narrative writing task by asking your students to craft a Dystopia of their own. Nurture creativity and cultural awareness by encouraging your students to examine today's societal tendencies. Beg the question... what if? Students Will: -Identify dystopian and literary elements (dystopian: technology, conformity, figureheads, etc. Literary: theme, character developmen
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7th - 11th
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Engaging ELA Units for Middle School Dramas and Plays 3 Week Bundle Activities
ncluded Resources:1. Sorry, Wrong Number ELA Unit: A Full Week of Engaging Lessons for Middle SchoolDescription: Dive into the suspenseful world of "Sorry, Wrong Number" by Lucille Fletcher with this comprehensive ELA unit. Over the course of a week, students will read the script, listen to the captivating radio play, and engage in dynamic activities including a Socratic seminar and creative choice board projects. Each lesson plan is fully detailed, with scaffolds and extensions to support all l
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6th - 8th
The Westing Game - Literature Unit - Aligned to 5th Grade CCSS
The Westing Game is a fabulous mystery story - the best mystery book in print, in my humble opinion. With the CCSS focus on providing EVIDENCE for student thinking, this is a great jumping-off point for the whole year.
This literature unit includes an introductory vocabulary lesson/activity, comprehension questions (1 per chapter), a "Character Tracker" for guided reading concerning character development, and a prompt for a final writing piece (with grading rubric).
All activities have been a
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5th - 8th
The Chosen - A Complete Teaching Unit Bundle
This is an extremely thorough, complete teaching unit of Chaim Potok's novel The Chosen. It is suitable for middle and high school.
In this jam-packed bundle, you'll find:
20 Vocabulary Words for each of the three parts (Books) of the novel
30 In-Depth, Analytical Questions for each of the three Books
Definitions of all of the vocabulary words
Answers to all of the questions
A test on Books 1-2 and an answer key
Writing prompts for a 5-paragraph essay
Ten post-reading activities
A glos
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8th - 11th
The Most Dangerous Game ELA Unit: A Full Week of Engaging Lessons (PDF)
Immerse your students in the thrilling world of "The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell with this comprehensive, end-of-year ELA unit, perfect for middle school humanities teachers! This meticulously designed resource offers a full week of engaging, scaffolded lessons, culminating in a dynamic Socratic seminar and creative choice board activities.What's Included:Fully Detailed Lesson Plans: Each day is carefully planned with clear objectives, standards alignment, and step-by-step instructio
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6th - 9th
The Hitchhiker ELA Unit: A Full Week of Engaging Lessons for Middle School
Unlock the mysteries and suspense of "The Hitchhiker" by Lucille Fletcher with this comprehensive, end-of-year ELA unit, perfect for middle school humanities teachers! This meticulously designed resource offers a full week of engaging, scaffolded lessons, culminating in a dynamic Socratic seminar and creative choice board activities.What's Included:Fully Detailed Lesson Plans: Each day is carefully planned with clear objectives, standards alignment, and step-by-step instructions. Scaffolds and d
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6th - 8th
Frankenstein Exam with key
This is an in-depth 75-question multiple choice exam with key, including three essay questions and a creative writing assignment. I use this exam as the culmination for a unit on the novel in my AP Literature classes. The questions touch on character, plot, themes, allusions, style, literary devices, biographical connections and modern day depictions of the monster.
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8th - 12th
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The Landlady ELA Unit, Slides, Seminar, Choice board, Essays, Activities, Film
Master the Art of Mystery with "The Landlady" - A Complete Week-Long ELA UnitThis complete 5 day ELA unit on "The Landlady," expertly is designed for middle school teachers. Whether you're wrapping up the year, setting up engaging sub plans, or looking for a dynamic mini-unit, this resource offers everything you need to bring this thrilling text to life in your classroom.What’s Included in This Resource?CommonLit Text: Direct access to "The Landlady" on CommonLit, ensuring a smooth integration i
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6th - 8th
Until We Meet Again Blueford High Series Novel Unit Study with Chapter Questions
This product is a novel study of Until We Meet Again by Anne Schraff. It is a novel in the Bluford Series. This book is a great read for students in middle or high school who struggle with reading. The book would also be an easier and interesting read for those students who choose not to read. The subject matter is relatable.The questions were taken directly from the book. The students should be able to answer the questions while reading or right after reading each chapter. There are a tot
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7th - 12th
AP English - They Say / I Say Academic Writing Templates with Practice Prompts
The book "They Say/ I Say: The Moves That Matter in Academic Writing" was written by Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein and published in 2010 by Norton. This book is a guide for academic writing and focuses on the importance of engaging with others' ideas while also presenting one's own. It provides templates and strategies for effectively incorporating sources and making persuasive arguments. Overall, "They Say/ I Say" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their academic writing
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The One and Only Ivan RACE SCR and ECR Novel Study Guide Practice Questions
This companion guide to The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate includes:✅ 18 short constructed response questions ✅ 2 informational extended constructed response questions✅ 1 argumentative extended constructed response questionThe question stems are modeled after STAAR and are written for every few chapters. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I appreciate honest feedback so much! TPT gives you credits in exchange for reviews to lower the cost of future purchases. Click on the Provide Feedback button and give a rating
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3rd - 6th
Moon of the Crust Snow & Leave the World Behind film 6part task
Moon of the Crusted Snow & Leave the World Behind film connection + suggested short story connection6 part assessment taskAs you know, there is no film connection available for Moon of the Crusted Snow. I have built a unit outline with 6 assessment tasks for teachers to use in or close their MOTCS unit. The unit includes mini essays with short story connection, hooks, research, character development, and suggested body comparisons between the film and novel.This detailed 3 page document will
Grades:
11th - 12th
Jasper Jones Analysis Powerpoint
Use this powerpoint to engage your students in deep discussion on themes of race, violence, growing up and grief in Craig Silvey's classic Australian novel, Jasper Jones. Save on preparation with detailed teacher notes, answer key and activities perfect for use throughout a whole novel study unitThis powerpoint includes:Pre-reading: predictions on the cover and blurbSetting and context: 1960s Western Australia in a small mining townChapter 1 Discussion questions + interest building activities Ch
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9th - 11th
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Also included in: Jasper Jones Bundle: Analysis Powerpoint + Essay Planner
Book vs. Movie Comparison Project
(Rubrics are a seperate - but free- download) This is an in depth book/movie comparison project consisting of 3 parts: oral presentation, poster and written report. This project asks the student to develop vocabulary, story lines, character and plot analysis as well as using plotting strategies such as Venn Diagram, T-notes and KWL. Thank you -tbssiszy
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8th - 12th
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Complete Literary Analysis Note Taking and Essay Outlining (Works for Any Book)
Are you looking for ways to help students organize their thinking surrounding their reading and then to translate that thinking into an analytical essay? This template will help with all of the steps from note taking to brainstorming to outlining. We suggest teaching each part of the template separately using a different text, but you know your students best!This template includes:1. Character Analysis Note Guidance: traits, motivations, interactions + prompts to include supporting evidence2. So
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Bradbury and Technology Unit Plan
A loose lesson using Ray Bradbury's F451, There Will Come Soft Rains, and The Veldt.
Grades:
8th - 10th
The Landlady: Unit Work-Packet
The content inside this Unit-Packet goes with Roald Dahl's: The Landlady. Google holds a FREE Springboard TEXT Version of Roald Dalh's The Landlady that anyone can access. This is what I used and had students access the story on their own Laptops & School Computers. I reccomend using the Spingboard Version of the text as well if you buy my Unit-Packet. The goal is to lead the students into creating & writing a well-detailed Argumentative Essay based from Roald Dahl's: The Landlady. Using
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9th - 11th
Literature Circle Discussion Questions: Where the Crawdads Sing
This resource offers over 30 analysis questions to prompt students to discuss key themes, characterization, and symbols within Where the Crawdads Sing and is meant to be paired with another free resource containing three carefully chosen College Board essay prompts from the AP Literature & Composition Exam that have been modified for this novel. I have designed the unit to split the reading of the novel into thirds with one class day for discussion and one day for timed essay writing after e
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9th - 12th
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The Giver Book & Movie Compare/Contrast Essay
Based on The Giver, this cumulative assignment breaks down a compare and contrast essay. Step one- using a graphic organizer, students will record information about the film and text. Step two- students will narrow down their findings and outline body paragraphs. Step three- students will outline their personal opinion. Step four- Students write their rough draft using the specific paragraph notes included (a thesis statement is also provided). Step five- students revise/edit essay using the che
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4th - 8th
Also included in: The Giver Literature Bundle
East of Eden Exam
Here is an in-depth and editable 100-question multiple choice exam with essay prompts and the key. Delving deeply into Steinbeck's timeless East of Eden, I include questions that address, plot, character, theme, literary techniques, critic response, allusion, and writing style. This is a solid culminating test on the 600-page novel.In my 31 years of teaching literature, I am always pleasantly surprised to find the majority of my students calling East of Eden one of their favorite books.
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9th - 12th
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The Last of the Mohicans (film studies version) test (with key)
The 1992 film version of James Fenimore Cooper's "The Last of the Mohicans" remains an engaging viewing experience for students. Here is an in-depth 30-question multiple choice test with an Literary Archetype Essay Assignment. The 1992 film offers enough literary merit to be be a good companion to the very challenging novel. This film and the test offer a strong reinforcement of Literary Archetypes made more popular from by Joseph Campbell's "The Power of Myth"
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9th - 12th
Quiz on the short story, "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson, Literature Assessment
This is a 10-point multiple choice quiz on Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery". Answer key is included. Following the quiz are 4 essay prompts that students can begin working on after finishing the quiz. I ask that they turn in the outline for their chosen essay as an exit ticket for the day. You can count this as part of the quiz or simply use it as a way to start students on brainstorming and outlining their upcoming essay. I usually let students choose the short story they'll write their literar
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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