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Adult education informational text Common Core RI.8.10 resources

Preview of Current Event Article Close Reading, Informational Text, PDF & Google Drive CCSS

Current Event Article Close Reading, Informational Text, PDF & Google Drive CCSS

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Need more informational text-based lessons in your classroom? This print-and-go worksheet is the perfect little tool to use as a weekly, occasional, or extra credit assignment. You can either provide an article for your students to work through as a class or assign students to find their own article to use as the basis of the lesson. Whether you use this handout as an in-class assignment to use with copies of your local newspaper, take kids to the computer lab to find an online article, or assig
Preview of Editorial Cartoons Political Cartoons to Teach Persuasion Rhetoric Google Drive

Editorial Cartoons Political Cartoons to Teach Persuasion Rhetoric Google Drive

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Teach your students how to “read” an editorial or political cartoon with this one-day lesson that can also become part of your regular current event assignment rotation. Perfect for English/Language Arts and History/Social Studies classrooms!The lesson begins with an introduction to four persuasive tools used by editorial cartoonists (symbolism, exaggeration, labeling, and analogy) with real-world examples of classic public domain political cartoons. Then, use modern cartoon examples (links incl
Preview of Mister Rogers Real World Rhetoric Analysis Mr. Rogers Senate Speech PDF + Google

Mister Rogers Real World Rhetoric Analysis Mr. Rogers Senate Speech PDF + Google

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Show your students a real-world application of the tools of rhetoric (ethos, pathos, and logos) as they examine the 1969 U. S. Senate subcommittee address given by Fred Rogers, host of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, in support of public broadcast funding. The speech, filled with Mister Rogers’ warmth and kindness as he secures $20 million in funding for public television, is a high-interest way to add the non-fiction analysis skills emphasized by the Common Core to your classroom.Students will lea
Preview of Real World Rhetoric #4 Daylight Saving Time Debate, Argument & Critical Thinking

Real World Rhetoric #4 Daylight Saving Time Debate, Argument & Critical Thinking

Created by
Laura Randazzo
What does it take to win an argument? With these real-world rhetorical analysis materials, students will examine two essays (one in favor of Daylight Saving Time and one in favor of Standard Time), think about the debate tools used by each writer, and determine which writer is ultimately more effective in swaying the reader. This 10-page download includes:• A full-text copy of two public domain argument essays discussing the debate to end Daylight Saving Time in the U.S.• A paper-saving handout
Preview of Expository, Non-Fiction Lesson on Modern Issues: You Eat Bugs Every Single Day

Expository, Non-Fiction Lesson on Modern Issues: You Eat Bugs Every Single Day

Created by
Laura Randazzo
The Common Core has a much-greater focus on non-fiction, informational texts in the English/Language Arts classroom. It’s time to start adding more real-world articles and materials to our literary canon. In this easy-to-deliver narrative non-fiction activity, students will read an article by best-selling American writer Mary Roach (link included) and complete a series of deep-thinking questions. Afterward, students will definitely have personal anecdotes and opinions to share about this “Let’s
Preview of Elie Wiesel Biography Research, Holocaust, Wiesel Biography, PDF & Google Drive

Elie Wiesel Biography Research, Holocaust, Wiesel Biography, PDF & Google Drive

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Skip the typical Elie Wiesel introduction lecture as you launch a study of Night (or any of his other works) and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about this famous figure’s life with this “V.I.P. of History” print/post-and-go biography activity.This single-page worksheet (includes printable PDF and Google Drive versions) is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Wiesel’s life and historical impact. Please note: This download does NOT in
Preview of Sandra Cisneros Author Study Worksheet, Cisneros Biography, PDF & Google Drive

Sandra Cisneros Author Study Worksheet, Cisneros Biography, PDF & Google Drive

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Skip the typical Sandra Cisneros introduction lecture as you launch a study of The House on Mango Street (or any of Cisneros’ other works) and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about this author’s life with this “Author Bio” print/post-and-teach activity.This single-page worksheet (includes printable PDF and Google Drive versions) is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Cisneros’ background.Please note: This download does NOT include a
Preview of Rod Serling Author Study Biography Worksheet, Twilight Zone, PDF & Google Drive

Rod Serling Author Study Biography Worksheet, Twilight Zone, PDF & Google Drive

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Skip the typical Rod Serling introduction lecture as you launch a study of any Twilight Zone episode and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about this author’s life with this “Author Bio” print/post-and-teach activity.This single-page worksheet (includes printable PDF and Google Drive versions) is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Rod Serling’s background.Please note: This download does NOT include a specific article or links to defi
Preview of Trevor Noah Author Study Research Grid, Born a Crime, PDF & Google Drive, CCSS

Trevor Noah Author Study Research Grid, Born a Crime, PDF & Google Drive, CCSS

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Skip the typical Trevor Noah introduction lecture as you launch a study Born a Crime and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about this author and comedian’s life with this “Author Bio” print/post-and-teach activity.This single-page worksheet is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into the life of Trevor Noah, a notable comic, social commentator, and author.Please note: This download does NOT include a specific article or links to defined ar
Preview of Malala Yousafzai Biography Research Organizer, Biography PDF & Google Drive CCSS

Malala Yousafzai Biography Research Organizer, Biography PDF & Google Drive CCSS

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Skip the typical Malala Yousafzai introduction lecture as you launch a study of I am Malala (or any of her other works) and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about Yousafzai’s life with this “V.I.P. of History” print/post-and-go biography activity.This single-page worksheet (includes printable PDF and Google Drive versions) is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Yousafzai’s life and political impact. Please note: This download does NO
Preview of Martin Luther King Jr. Biography Research, MLK Biography PDF & Google Drive CCSS

Martin Luther King Jr. Biography Research, MLK Biography PDF & Google Drive CCSS

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Skip the typical Martin Luther King Jr. introduction lecture as you launch a study of the civil rights movement and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about King’s life with this “V.I.P. of History” print/post-and-go biography activity.This single-page worksheet (includes printable PDF and Google Drive versions) is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Martin Luther King Jr.’s life and historical impact. Please note: This download does N
Preview of Choice Board, Non-Fiction & Informational Text Activities, FREE Worksheet CCSS

Choice Board, Non-Fiction & Informational Text Activities, FREE Worksheet CCSS

Created by
Laura Randazzo
This FREE student choice board works with any informational text article or non-fiction book study. Once students have finished reading an assigned article or chapter of a non-fiction text, use this choice board handout to increase student motivation as they meaningfully reflect on their reading.The choice board worksheet was designed for English/language arts students in grades 7 through 12.Want more dynamic lesson materials designed to engage your teens?Click here for a 5-pack of Listen &
Preview of 10 Million California Immigrants - Who Are They?

10 Million California Immigrants - Who Are They?

Created by
Regal Tutors
This is an 8 chapter book about California Immigrants written at an eighth grade level. It includes photos, charts, graphs, and tables. The book ends with a glossary with easy definitions for 10 key terms per chapter. There is also a pdf with a worksheet for each chapter.Chapter 1: Did you know that 1 in 4 people living in California were born in another country? Learn more facts about California immigration statistics in this chapter!Chapter 2: Did you know that, from 1908 to 1965, the United S
Preview of from Blue Nines and Red Words - PPT - myPerspectives - Grade 8

from Blue Nines and Red Words - PPT - myPerspectives - Grade 8

Created by
Lectiofile
This is a ready-made PowerPoint animated lesson with answer key for from Blue Nines and Red Words selection, unit 4, myPerspectives, grade 8. This lesson includes the following:- Homepage- Pre-reading activities- While-reading activities- Comprehension checkTED Talk Video- Close Read- Analyze the text- Analyze craft and structureBiography, Autobiography, and Memoir (video)- Concept Vocabulary and Word Study- Conventions
Preview of Eventos Actuales, hoja de trabajo para artículos de noticias, PDF y Google Drive

Eventos Actuales, hoja de trabajo para artículos de noticias, PDF y Google Drive

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Agregue más eventos actuales y lectura de artículos de noticias a su clase con esta hoja de trabajo fácil de usar. Puede proporcionar un artículo para que sus alumnos trabajen en clase o asignar a los alumnos que busquen su propio artículo para usarlo en la lección.Ya sea que use esta actividad como una tarea en clase con copias de su periódico local, lleve a los estudiantes al laboratorio de computación para encontrar un artículo en línea o asigne la hoja de trabajo para que la completen los es
Preview of Nonfiction Practice: Author's Purpose, Style, Main Idea, Support, Inferencing

Nonfiction Practice: Author's Purpose, Style, Main Idea, Support, Inferencing

Created by
Elly's ELA
The slides and practice passages in this file are designed to develop nonfiction reading proficiency for any curriculum in grades 8-12. Thirty-seven slides display explanations, examples and practice passages. They are divided into six categories to guide students through a process for active reading: noticing purpose, tone, diction, audience, support, and main idea. A corresponding organizer uses prompts and questions to engage student participation for each slide. A detailed key is provided f
Preview of Mercury- Article, Questions, Wordsearch, and Hidden Message!

Mercury- Article, Questions, Wordsearch, and Hidden Message!

This engaging worksheet will allow students of all ages to learn about the planet Mercury! Worksheet includes a reading passage, related questions, and a word search. Letters not used will spell out a hidden message. This activity can be used in-class, for homework, or as a review. Discover the unique attributes of the smallest planet, Mercury!
Preview of Galaxies- Article, Questions, Wordsearch, and Hidden Message!

Galaxies- Article, Questions, Wordsearch, and Hidden Message!

Learn all about Edwin Hubble and the types of galaxies with this engaging and versatile activity. This worksheet is perfect for any lesson on galaxies and can serve as independent work, homework, or as a resource for a day with the substitute! Examine Edwin Hubble's contributions, the types of galaxies, and other galactic information with this article, set of questions, word search, and hidden message! Teacher's guide included. Don't forget to check out my other materials! Enjoy!
Preview of Chief Joseph's "I Will Fight No More Forever " Speech, Assessment, & Answer Key

Chief Joseph's "I Will Fight No More Forever " Speech, Assessment, & Answer Key

Created by
Debbie's Den
The "chief" aspect of this comprehensive review (or assessment) is that it reinforces the content presented and provides students with a chance to examine and evaluate the heartfelt message of the speaker. Used with an audio/video of the speech, this assignment is a win-win. A detailed answer key is included.
Preview of Walt Disney Biography Research Grid, Disney Biography PDF & Google Drive, CCSS

Walt Disney Biography Research Grid, Disney Biography PDF & Google Drive, CCSS

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Skip the typical Walt Disney introduction lecture as you launch a study of his work and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about Disney’s life with this “V.I.P. of History” print/post-and-go biography activity.This single-page worksheet (includes printable PDF and Google Drive versions) is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Walt Disney’s life and the impact of his work.Please note: This download does NOT include a specific article or
Preview of Words Do Not Pay - PPT - myPerspectives - Grade 8

Words Do Not Pay - PPT - myPerspectives - Grade 8

Created by
Lectiofile
This is a ready-made PowerPoint animated lesson with answer key for Words Do Not Pay selection, unit 3, myPerspectives, grade 8. This lesson includes the following:- Pre-reading activities- Comprehension check- Analyze the text- Concept Vocabulary and Word Study- Analyze craft and structurePersuasive Techniques: Ethos, Logos, Pathos (video)Diction (video)Tone (video)Denotations & Connotations (video)- Author's StyleParallelism (video)In addition to:discussions and extra activities slidesslid
Preview of Lewis Carroll Author Study Worksheet, Carroll Biography, PDF & Google Drive CCSS

Lewis Carroll Author Study Worksheet, Carroll Biography, PDF & Google Drive CCSS

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Skip the typical Lewis Carroll introduction lecture as you launch a study of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, “Jabberwocky,” or any of his other works and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about this author’s life with this “Author Bio” print-and-go activity.This single-page worksheet is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Lewis Carroll’s background.Please note: This download does NOT include a specific article or links to defined ar
Preview of Benjamin Franklin Biography Research Grid, Franklin Biography PDF & Google Drive

Benjamin Franklin Biography Research Grid, Franklin Biography PDF & Google Drive

Created by
Laura Randazzo
Skip the typical Benjamin Franklin introduction lecture as you launch a study of his feats and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about Franklin’s life and work with this “V.I.P. of History” print/post-and-go biography activity.This single-page worksheet (includes printable PDF and Google Drive versions) is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Benjamin Franklin’s life.Please note: This download does NOT include a specific article or lin
Preview of Reading Skills Worksheet: The Milgram Experiment

Reading Skills Worksheet: The Milgram Experiment

This worksheet explores the Milgram experiment through two contrasting articles: "Unveiling the Depths of Obedience: The Milgram Experiment" and "Unraveling the Ethical Quandaries: Criticizing the Milgram Experiment." The questions cover a range of critical reasoning aspects, from the impact of deception and ethical concerns to the broader implications of the study's findings on obedience and authority dynamics. The questions prompt students to engage deeply with the articles, encouraging though
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