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10th grade writing-expository projects under $5
World Geography Travel Agent Project
This project asks students to work both individually and with a group to develop a travel package for a fictional celebrity traveler (see Preview file). Students will research various world locations, write a persuasive paragraphs about the locations, and create a presentation to convince the traveler to select their travel package.
In addition to helping students learn more about world geography, this project is a great way to incorporate many of the Common Core ELA standards within your soc
Grades:
4th - 12th
Create a Podcast - Project-Based Podcasting (Current Events)
Create a Podcast - Project-Based Podcasting (Current Events)Ever wanted to start a class podcast? In this printable workbook, students create an episode on a current event. It could be a current event in your school, community, or the world. The workbook takes students through:Generating IdeasPlanningWriting a ScriptInterviewsEditing and PublishingAssessmentStudents can do this project on their phones, computers, or iPads. I generally give them a week or two to create, and then we have a list
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7th - 12th
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Create a Reptile/Amphibian
I use this activity as an introduction activity for our Reptile chapter in my high school Zoology Class. We are are one-year general level science elective, with a mixture of students from all sorts of backgrounds. I like this activity because it allows the students to bring their background knowledge to the activity, and combine it with a creative flair. Plus, it gets my students working together in small groups. The activity itself can be made as simple or complex as needed, so is probably ver
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7th - 12th
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Heroic Journey Project | Finding the Hero's Journey in a Book or Movie You Love
Students choose a book or movie they love and trace the hero's journey throughout. Students also present their findings in a written report and multi-media presentation. This is an authentic assessment of student understanding of the heroic journey and its archetypes. This project pairs perfectly with my Heroic Journey PPT!As I teach the heroic journey, I want students to see it in the world around them. Heroes aren’t just in myths, but they permeate so many aspects of our own modern-day cultur
Grades:
7th - 12th
Also included in: Growing Greek Mythology Mega Bundle
Research Paper Extension Project - Real-World Resource Assignment - End of Year
This authentic assessment has students create a “real-world resource” as an extension of their research paper! Students can publish an infographic, pamphlet, brochure, documentary, or any other medium of their choice. This project is a great end of the year activity for English Language Arts!Included with this Research Paper Extension Project:✏️ “Real-World Resource” Assignment Instructions✏️ 4-Level Rubric - Editable & Ready-to-Print✏️ Student Example - “Let’s Talk about Domestic Abuse”✏️ T
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9th - 12th
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Writing Assignment: Write a Movie Review. Film Critique Handout w/ Rubric
This is a handout for a fun and creative writing assignment, in which students will write their own film review. Page one explains the function of a film review, and the kind of content that should be included in one. The content should be focused on evaluating the film, rather than summarizing. A couple website links are also included so that students can go read some current reviews and get a better understanding of what a good review is before they create their own.Formatting requirements are
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8th - 12th
Journalism: Reporting Practice Scenarios and Activities
Reporting Practice Assignment Teacher Notes:This is an excellent activity for students to practice interviewing techniques, to write effective leads, and to write straight news stories.Here are some of the directions:Students: For this assignment, you will take on two different roles: that of a reporter writing an accurate story relating the event in question, and then that of a person to be interviewed for a scenario( this must be different from the one that you are writing). If you are a rep
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Journalism Activities & Lessons Bundle: Beginning & Advanced Students
Word Choice, Mood and Tone in Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Frederick Douglass: Found Poem and Analytical Essay Project
Use with Frederick Douglass's book "Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass: An American Slave
Perfect for Black History Month! Teach history, mood, tone and word choice.
This resource contains all the materials students will need to complete a project that analyzes the development of mood and tone in chapter 1 of Frederick Douglass’s book “Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass: An American Slave.” This project contains the
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7th - 10th
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Figurative Language Assessment: Writing Activity with Photos as Inspiration
Assess your students' figurative language skills with this PRINTABLE AND DIGITAL Figurative Language Assessment Writing Activity! This Figurative Language Writing Assessment Activity will allow students to show their skills using figurative language techniques to create sensory details about a setting.In this Figurative Language Assessment Writing Activity, students will choose (or be given) an image of a landscape. They will then choose a point-of-view from which to write and brainstorm differe
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Figurative Language Mini-unit Bundle: Creative Writing
Magazine Article Writing WITH COVER ART! and Analysis BUNDLE - Journalism
Magazine ProjectCreative or Expository Writing, Media Literacy, Visual ArtsStudents can begin by exploring the main elements of the various magazine articles that have been provided.Next, students can research, plan, write, and design their own magazine articles (with templates!).Last, students are able to create their own magazine cover.GREAT FOR DISTANCE LEARNING!Media Literacy, Visual Arts, English Language Arts, Expository Writing!Enjoyed this product? Check out my:Magazine Text Feature Hunt
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3rd - 12th
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Satire: Writing a Satirical Argument Like Swift's "A Modest Proposal"
Following examination of the persuasive satire Jonathan Swift perfected in "A Modest Proposal," your students will create their own satirical arguments to address controversial issues of today, whether at the local or global level. This complete unit contains nine pages of materials for the instruction of persuasive satire, including a 2-page overview of the assignment itself, including the writing prompt, steps for organization of ideas, tips regarding tone and style, discussion of possible top
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10th - 12th
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Inquiry Research Project Workbook - Project Based Learning Printable
This research project is a great project-based learning activity for middle and high school students. The students follow these steps:
- Select a topic that they find interesting
- Form and Inquiry question (and sub-questions)
- Look up effective sources,
- Take notes,
- Create a product (powerpoint, poster...),
- Present their learning.
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Grades:
6th - 12th
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Assessment and Teacher Resources for Neil Gaiman's The Graveyard Book
Included in the 24-page download are two ready-made quizzes/tests for you to photocopy and plunk down in front of your students. But that's not all!
In this document:
· Chaps. 1-4 Quiz/Test (with answer key);
· Chaps. 5-8 Quiz/Test (with answer key);
· 24 Essay Topics (a few are creative writing ideas);
· A few Project Ideas - includes list of minor graveyard residents and descriptive phrases from the book to assist in producing a map of the graveyard;
· Teacher resource: Further Readin
Grades:
6th - 12th
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Essay of Definition: 14-page Expository Writing Unit; Models; Rubrics
This is a complete, 2-week unit for instruction of an essay of definition in an honors or mainstreamed English course. These 14 pages of materials include a 2-page handout providing an overview of the writing task and prompt with requirements, guidelines, possible topics, and evaluative scoring details; 1-page scoring evaluation form; two model essays (a 2-page mid-range response and 4-page high response); 2-page supplementary speech guidelines for using note cards; 1-page practice prompt regard
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8th - 12th
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The Structure of an Essay: A One Page Illustration of a 5-Paragraph Essay
Revised 11/1/12. Same substance as before. I just added color and changed the title.
I have drawn this picture on the front board of my classroom for the past twenty years or more while teaching the structure of an essay. It graphically illustrates a very formal but simple pattern to follow as students gather information to support a thesis and formulate a composition. The thumbnail view is exactly what you get.
Gene Wohlsdorf
The Structure of an Essay by Gene Wohlsdorf is licensed under a Cr
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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History Ancient Rome Projects Roman Diorama & Research Project Roman History
EDITABLE! NO PREP! You can print this project and have students start it today!This fun project has students research and create an diorama/3-D model of an Ancient Roman structure! Rubric included. At the bottom of the instruction page I include a student and parent contract so that there is no excuse about due dates and expectations! The file is editable so you can adjust it to fit your classroom needs (remove the contract etc.). Projects can be done individually, with a partner, or in a group.
Grades:
6th - 12th
Informational Text Activities for High School | School Suspensions & Segregation
These TWO informational texts and subsequent questions are perfect for secondary students. Engage high school language arts students with nonfiction that deals directly with their lives: these two pieces are about school suspensions and school segregation.Overview of this informational text activity for high school:√ TWO nonfiction articles. √ EDITABLE activities: close reading options, writing prompts, extension activities, and questions for any informational text.√ A complete lesson plan. You
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9th - 12th
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PBL: Causes of WW1 Archduke's Assassination mystery unit
Archduke Ferdinand’s Assassination mystery is a PBL unit that gives students the opportunity to research and become historical figures and explore the causes of World War 1 from a first person point of view.
Includes unit plan, lessons, 25+ writing assignments, warm ups, exit tickets, reader’s theater script, a gallery walk, Power Point and a mystery activity lasting for 3 -7 or more days (depending on class time and teacher choices. Unit includes practice interpreting maps, political cartoons
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6th - 12th
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And Then There Were None Activities & Writing Prompts
High School and advanced 8th grade students love this classic murder mystery by Agatha Christie, which is still as thrilling and horrifying today as it was more than 75 years ago! With its thrilling plot twists, rich vocabulary, and timeless suspense, this novel is sure to be an instant hit with your students!
This product is made up of 8 super fun and creative activities and writing prompts, including one of my student's all-time FAVORITE writing prompts (and my favorite to grade as well)!
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8th - 12th
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Historical Fiction Writing Activity | Creative Writing for Historical Fiction
Write historical fiction with your young creative and narrative writers! This creative writing download includes multiple activities to engage students in writing historical fiction. This historical fiction download provides teachers, parents, and homeschoolers with a fun and engaging way to get students excited about writing. Included in this historical fiction download: √ Editable lesson plan. This file includes ideas and a link to an overview of historical fiction. It also has suggestions for
Grades:
8th - 11th
Symbolism Squares for Any Novel - Theme, Characterization, Plot, and More
Symbolism Squares is an engaging activity that gets students drawing while thinking critically and creatively. There are 5 suggested ways to use symbolism squares, but the possibilities are endless. The first suggestion is to have students select 8 pictures that symbolize something in the novel whether it be character, plot, or something else. On the inside flaps, students explain each symbol's relationship to the character, plot, or whatever you have assigned. Finally, students generate a theme
Grades:
6th - 12th
Handout for ELA English: Extra Credit Opportunities; 5 choices; Broad Options
This is a handout for students that inquire about extra credit opportunities in English or Language Arts class. It offers 5 options (2 options for an explanatory essay, creative writing - poetry, creative writing - short story, and a book report). I've used this handout for both middle school and high school. It's a quick go-to to give to students that ask me about earning extra points in class. The requirements are general and broad enough to use in any class that focuses on ELA skills. The han
Grades:
7th - 12th
California Missions Tri-Fold Poster Board Project
This tri-fold poster board project is a great companion to a California mission model/replica that can be purchased and any craft store. The project handout includes a Big Idea, CA state standards, purpose, material list, and paper sample.
The project is also translated for you Spanish speaking parents.
Grades:
4th - 12th
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Persuasive Letter Writing Unit: Overview, Model, Assessment Forms
This 5-page download contains materials for teaching a persuasive letter writing unit in which students take a stance on an issue of controversy-from local to global-and attempt to motivate a peer audience into action when delivering the letter aloud to the class. This unit includes a 1-page overview of the assignment itself, detailing the prompt itself, necessary steps of persuasion, tips for letter writing, and further requirements; a 1-page model letter demonstrating proper formatting and per
Grades:
8th - 12th
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