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Common Core W.11-12.1 resources for Easel Activities
Argumentative Writing UNIT Common Core Grades 6-12 Editable
Teach your students to write solid argument essays step-by-step with my Argumentative Writing unit. It is aligned with the Common Core State Standards for grades 6-12. Newly updated to include EDITABLE handouts and rubrics in Google Drive (using Google Slides). This IS included in my mega bundle: ALL of my WRITING RESOURCES MEGA BUNDLE and is also included in my Argument Essay Writing Bundle + Editable Presentation and Handouts.Students won't struggle writing an argument with my graphic organize
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Ā Writing Resources Bundle Argument Expository Narrative Journalism
Argument Analysis: Regifting for Distance Learning
Argument Analysis: Regifting - a winter holiday activity now updated with a shareable Google Slides version for distance learning!A complete mini-unit for analyzing nonfiction text, practicing speaking and listening skills, and writing an argument essay complete with original data graphs. Students will analyze both sides of the regifting argument, then write their own arguments for or against regifting. Includes an anticipatory activity, articles, comprehension and critical-thinking questions (d
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6th - 11th, Staff
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Also included in:Ā All of my Reading Resources (Fiction / Nonfiction) Growing Bundle
Argument Writing Bell Ringers - Claim, Evidence, Counterargument & Refutation
Students practice argumentative writing with these bell-ringer handouts that require them to consider evidence for claims, brainstorm counterarguments, and provide possible refutation. Each handout starts with an engaging topic for adolescents, including some of the following: cameras for online classesvapingdistracted drivingelectronics in classthe high school dropout ageemployment restrictions for teenscyberbullyingcollege entrance exam requirementspublic displays of affectiontanning bed age
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Ā Argumentative Writing Bell Ringers Bundle - Claim, Evidence, Counterclaim
Synthesis Essay Outline
Having students write a synthesis essay outline helps create a strong line of reasoning. With this resource, student will brainstorm and outline their synthesis essay thesis, evidence, and commentary. The additional handouts help students embed evidence and write a counterclaim and rebuttal or concession and refutation to develop an argument for a synthesis essay.Please note that this is a pdf download of printable synthesis essay graphic organizers. There is a link in the PDF to access a copy o
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10th - 12th
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Writing & Reading "PEELS" Anchor Charts & Graphic Organizers
Writing & Reading "PEELS" Anchor Charts and Graphic Organizers - Aligned with the Common Core State Standards for writing (arguments, explanatory/informative, expository) AND for reading (text analysis: showing evidence, evaluating claims, analyzing author's purpose and style, etc.)
This IS included in my mega bundle: ALL of my WRITING RESOURCES GROWING BUNDLE.
Building on my popular Common Core Writing Paragraphs āPEEL" Anchor Chart, I've updated this resource to add the "S" for style and
Grades:
5th - 12th
Also included in:Ā Custom Bundle for Jen W.
Paired Texts - A Midsummer Night's Dream & Newspaper Article
Make teaching Shakespeare relevant with connections to nonfiction texts. Students complete close readings of two texts: an excerpt from William Shakespeareās A Midsummer Nightās Dream and The New York Times online article (link provided) āModern Love--Breaking our Parentsā Rules for Love.ā Using an excerpt from the play will make Shakespeare manageable and engaging for many of your students.In addition to the printable lesson, this resource may be used for online learning with EASEL by TpT.Stu
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9th - 12th
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Tell Tale Heart. Adapted Close Read Halloween Fun. Full Unit for ELA ESL Sp. Ed.
This bright, colorful and fun adapted text version of The Tell-Tale Heart makes Poe's classic accessible to a wider variety of readers, including ESL, ENL and Special Ed. The unit includes 5-days of lesson plans, based around an initial and then close read of the text. See preview for details.It is easily set up for DISTANCE LEARNING on TPT Digital, shared via Google Classroom. The PDF also prints out for in class instruction.Unit includes:An illustrated adapted text of The Tell-Tale Heart by Po
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
20 SUPERHERO Hi Low Reading Comprehension Passages for Grades 5-12: 410L-600L
SET 12: 20 - High interest, low level reading passage for grades 5-12. These passages are perfect for older struggling readers. Included are reading comprehension and fluency. SUPERHERO-THEMED - Google, PDF, and Easel.Passages are at reading level grade 2-3 - without sounding OR LOOKING like it.This resource contains:A printable PDF for packets or classroom work ā with lines for students to Easel version.Google Slide Link.These 20 High Interest, Low Level reading passages are for grades 5-12.
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in:Ā BUNDLE High Interest Low Level Reading Comprehension at TWO LEVELS
Reverse Outlines: Synthesis, Argument, and RA Essays | AP Lang | PDF & Digital
This product includes three, three-page reverse outline organizers designed for student essay analysis and reflection for synthesis, argument, and rhetorical analysis. These reverse outlines are an effective method for students to analyze their own writing, thought processes, and organization, and then can be used for revision or for improvement on future essays. They could also be effective in illustrating what another author does in his/her text. A super resource for emphasizing line of reas
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Ā Rhetorical Analysis MEGA BUNDLE of Materials | AP Lang
Argument Bell Ringers #2: Claim, Counterargument & Refutation - Writing Prompts
Students practice writing arguments with these bell-ringer handouts that require them to consider evidence for claims, brainstorm counterarguments, and provide possible refutation. This is a second volume with new topics!Each handout starts with an engaging topic for adolescents including some of the following: allowing music in classlearning to codedrug testing student athletesrecycling in schoolslowering the voting agebanning pit bullsregulating artificial intelligencerequiring preschoolbanni
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Ā Argumentative Writing Bell Ringers Bundle - Claim, Evidence, Counterclaim
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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C-E-R Writing Review Worksheet (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning)
Are you implementing a C-E-R (claim, evidence, reasoning) writing framework in your class? Want to make sure that your students know the framework forwards and back? This double-sided review worksheet will show you quickly which students are still struggling with identifying claims, evidence, and reasoning--whether they're online or in-person!Students will identify all parts of the framework, match claims to appropriate evidence, and brainstorm real-life situations in which claims, evidence, and
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9th - 12th
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Immigration Issues - Internet Research Projects for High School
22 printable or digital pages for students to search online about immigration issues: Xenophobia, Racial profiling, Family separation at the border, The Office of Refugee Resettlement, The Fourth Amendment (unreasonable search and seizure), Nativism, Due process, Labor, Ethnic cleansing, Voluntary Repatriation, Denationalization, Detention, Literacy test, US Nationality Law, Citizenship, Sanctuary cities, Voting, The history of immigration in the US, illegal immigration, and more... PRINT: I cre
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9th - 12th
Paired Texts - Henry David Thoreau & Newspaper Article
In this lesson, students read and analyze nonfiction texts: excerpts from Henry David Thoreauās Walden and an online newspaper article āTiny House Movement Thrives Amid Real Estate Bust." After close reading the texts, they select a writing activity from a choice board that makes relevant connections.In addition to the printable lesson, this resource may be used for online learning with EASEL by TpT.Students begin by writing a journal about their most essential activities and consider how they
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Ā Real-World Nonfiction Connections Bundle: Thoreau, Douglass & Chopin
Martin Luther King, Jr. Close Reading and Speech Writing Lesson
Make your study of Martin Luther King, Jr. a literacy lesson with a primary source. Students complete a close reading of Dr. King's prophetic speech āIāve Been to the Mountain Topā and use their reading as inspiration for their own writing. In pre-reading activities, students learn about the context of the speech and define vocabulary. Next, they complete an activity to understand allusions, and then after reading the speech, they analyze its structure using a graphic organizer. They use the sa
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Ā Bundle: Writing with Mentor Texts - American Authors
Novel Study: Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo (Print + DIGITAL)
This is a 140+ page, Common Core aligned complete novel study for Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo. This NO PREP book study teaching unit has everything that you will need to teach and assess the novel. The table of contents makes finding information quick and easy. ALL ANSWER KEYS ARE INCLUDED.The novel study is divided into 6 sections. Each section includes vocabulary and reading comprehension questions, a vocabulary crossword puzzle, and a review quiz.Part 1:Ā Chapters 1-6Part 2:Ā Chapters 7-15P
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9th - 12th
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Popular Mechanics by Raymond Carver for AP Lit
"Popular Mechanics" is a quick story that demands discussion of language. Raymond Carver's use of pronouns in place of character names leads to great discussions about diction as well as the term antecedent. There are so many levels to the story. It is perfect for discussion of characterization, details, symbolism, structure and pacing. It also lends itself to using Reader Response and Psychological Analysis.You can choose to do this in one day or over the course of three-five class periods. (
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11th - 12th
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Also included in:Ā AP Literature Full Short Story Bundle
Civil Rights Movement Project Research and Role Play
In this inquiry-based project, students become figures from the Civil Rights Movement. Students research their figure and then embody that person at a culminating party. This project puts students literally in the lives of historical figures. Meet Rosa Parks, Maya Angelou, Thurgood Marshall and more through your students' discovery of them. A great addition to your Civil Rights Movement study.This detailed teacherās guide includes:ā How to use this resource and complete timeline within the te
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Ā Civil Rights Movement Activities
The Moonlit Road (Ambrose Bierce) for AP Literature
"The Moonlit Road" is the perfect unreliable narrator story.It has three narrators essentially telling the same story, so the reader must piece together what the real story is.There are so many levels to the story.It is perfect for discussion of characterization, details, point of view/narrative structure and contrasting characters.The activities and questions are designed to align with the AP Literature and Composition Short Story Unit III.This product includesfull text of the storydetails grap
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10th - 12th
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Also included in:Ā AP Literature Full Short Story Bundle
Identifying Hooks in Introduction Paragraphs Worksheet
Includes four introduction paragraph examples in which students can practice identifying the hook, and what type of technique was used to write the hook. Great for reinforcing a lesson on the different types of hooks in informational or argumentative writing!
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Novel Study: Warcross by Marie Lu (includes DIGITAL resource options)
This is a 100+ page Common Core aligned complete novel study for Warcross by Marie Lu. Google Drive options are ideal for 1:1 schools or those incorporating technology use in lessons. This novel study unit has everything that you will need to teach and assess the novel. Choose paper or digital versions. Digital files are links to Google Driveā¢ resources. The table of contents makes finding information quick and easy. An anticipation activity is included to engage students in small groups and bui
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8th - 11th
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Outliers Argument Prompts | AP Language and Composition | PDF & Digital
This print-and-go packet includes eight AP-style argument essay prompts based on Outliers, by Malcolm Gladwell. Thought-provoking prompts are based on the following subjects that appear in the book: * consequences of misunderstanding success* attitude vs ability * year-round school * school cut-off dates * adversity/opportunity* people do not rise from nothing * sacrifice for success vs social life * rest vs workStudent must take a position and support with appropriate evidence.These can be stan
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9th - 12th
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MLA In-Text Citations Instructions, Examples, & Practice - Free Resource
Creating MLA in-text citations for research essays and projects is often a challenging task for high school students. Use this free In-Text Citation instruction, examples, and practice activity to show your students the fundamental process and have them practice to become confident with the skill. No prep.First, there is a sample Work Cited page with different types of bibliographic citations. Following is a practice activity that requires kids to circle the first word of the citation then proce
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9th - 12th
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I Am Poem FREE with Digital Easel Activity
FREE I Am Poem! Great for a Beginning of the Year or End of the Year Writing Activity. Get to know your students at the beginning of the year (or anytime) with this fun writing activity. Younger students can fill in with words with teacher assistance. I have my middle school students put a phrase on each line, such as "I am the pen that is mightier than the sword," developing metaphors with the ideas.My students, even my special needs children, had a great time with this. We also did this in con
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in:Ā Poetry Bundle of Teaching Resources Grades 5 - 8
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