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Free english language arts videos
FREE SAMPLE: Lowercase Cursive Handwriting Video Lessons & Worksheets
These cursive video lessons will provide your students with guided practice and explicit instruction on cursive letter formation while freeing you up to teach other content. Try these lessons with your class today!Why teach cursive?-Students are highly motivated to learn cursive, so they are engaged.-It improves handwriting and eliminates letter reversals.-It actually helps students with dyslexia and other struggling learners with spelling and handwriting.Check out the Lowercase Cursive SetCheck
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1st - 6th
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First Day of School Icebreaker Help for High School & Middle School Teachers
Teachers, need help planning the first day of school? I hate cheesy name games and refuse to make the worst first impression by just reading a syllabus to my high school students. The solution is this engaging first day of school stations activity designed to facilitate discussion and help you start building a strong classroom community from Day One.
Grab a FREE set of materials here: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/First-Day-of-School-Stations-Activity-Icebreaker-Middle-High-School
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7th - 12th
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Sight Word Practice Using Tactile Sight Word Books
Check out this video from TheHappyTeacher and learn about Tactile Sight Word Books. Sight words are an integral part of any reading program. Emergent readers need exposure and practice with high frequency words. I firmly believe in Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences, and I found myself wondering how I could make sight words appeal to kinesthetic/ tactile learners.
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K - 2nd
Guided-Shared Reading Interactive Read Aloud and Craft for Kids: The Bad Seed
This is the FREE video portion of the guide to a shared-reading read aloud of “The Bad Seed” from the MaiStoryBook Library Collection.
Includes FREE additional reading resources available for “The Bad Seed” including:
- a Giant Sunflower Handprint craft inspired by the story
- book review + synopsis
- vocabulary list
- main themes list
What is shared reading:
An interactive reading experience that occurs when children join in or share the reading of a book or other text while guided and suppo
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PreK - 2nd
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First Chapter Friday Read Aloud Videos
Reading aloud to students is one of the most powerful tools teachers have at their disposal. But knowing what to read and having the time to do it make this simple task sometimes harder. I want to help. This product contains links to first chapter read aloud videos. Just select a book and click play. I'll take care of the rest... making sure to tell students why I loved the book, why it might be a good fit for them and also a few interesting facts about the book, author or story. And then, I'll
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5th - 8th
Also included in: The Word Nerd's First Chapter Friday Read Video Aloud Resource Bundle
Prefixes Suffixes and Root Words Sample
Prefixes, Suffixes, and Roots Sample contains graphic organizers with accompanying video lessons, games, and printable practice to help students better understand affixes and root words.Practice is included for the following:Prefix micro-Suffix -acyRoot Word mortRoot Word terrYou will find three activities for each prefix, suffix, and root word.✿ Video Lesson with OrganizerStudents complete the foldable organizer while listening to the video lesson.✿ GamesStudents write/type words next to their
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5th - 6th
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Also included in: Greek and Latin Prefixes Suffixes & Root Words Digital + Printable Unit
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Body Paragraph Writing, Writing a Stellar Paragraph!
Writing a body paragraph and formulating a topic sentence is sometimes tricky for our students! This video teaches your students how to write an awesome topic sentence, claim, cite textual evidence, and write with elaboration. Here is a step-by-step 8-minute tutorial to take your students' paragraphs to the next level and change their writing, using the acronym TALES/RACER.*This will be so helpful to your classroom, as I use this with my students every year!☆How would you like 5 English Languag
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5th - 11th
25:16
Decoding Multi-Syllable Words with Syllabication Tutorial
Do your students struggle to break up unknown words? Have you suggested they "chunk it up" with "chunky the monkey"? Decoding can be very systematic when following a very simple strategy. Your students can become fluent decoders and skilled readers when using this strategy.
Follow along with this video tutorial to learn how to instruct your students on the seven different syllable types and help them to become determined decoders. The supporting document supplements the video and will help to
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1st - 5th
Text Evidence Based Opinion Argument Persuasive Writing Video Lesson Grades 3-6
This lesson has a link to a video that will teach a guided persuasive writing lesson. It is an excellent sample of what will be expected from students on state assessments. It includes a reading passage, prompt, plan, and video to guide students every step of the way.Visit my Freebie Vault for loads of free resources that go along with this purchase.Free Video Writing Lessons click “Trial” on the left for the dropdown menu.Read more on my Blog. I would love for you to follow me on TpT by click
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3rd - 6th
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Vocabulary Teaching Tips FREE Video
In this video, I share a vocabulary instruction routine that is manageable for the busy classroom and focuses on tier two words. This routine helps students to increase reading comprehension, become better writers and. improve test scores!Topics included in this video:-types of vocabulary words-why the dictionary doesn't help-a daily routine with vocabulary activities-assessment-vocabulary games-vocabulary extension ideasMy vocabulary resources: Second GradeThird GradeFourth GradeFifth GradeClic
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3rd - 5th
1:05:10
Getting Started With Interactive Notebooks Video: FREE Webinar
Need help getting started with interactive notebooks? In this free webinar, we’ll discuss:
- The RIGHT supplies to make it work - YES, brands matter!
- How to plan - and how much planning you REALLY need to do in advance.
- How to organize your classroom and supplies so that lessons run smoothly.
- Hacks I’ve learned from years of implementing interactive notebooks.
- We’ll specifically discuss implementation in grades 4-8 with a focus on ELA, but teachers of all grades and subjects can benefit
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4th - 8th
Story Structure CCSS RL.4.5, RL.5.5, RL.6.5, and RL.6.6 Lesson Plan
This packet contains a complete lesson plan, including essential questions, vocabulary, a hook activity, a video lesson with an accompanying organizer, and activities on story structures aligned with the CCSS RL.4.5, RL.5.5, RL.6.5, and RL.6.6.Story Structures Covered:cliff-hangerplot twistflashbackflash-forwardparallel timelineforeshadowingBe sure to check out the editable Google Slide version and the lesson videos on YouTube and Vimeo. You’ll find links to those in the PDF.As a special bonus,
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4th - 6th
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FREE VIDEO: International Dot Day Activity
September 15th is International Dot Day, or September 15th “ish”, as the International Dot Day website says. This is a day set aside to celebrate creativity and collaboration using Peter Reynold’s book “The Dot.” I have designed four easy Dot Day activities to do with kids in the classroom, and I hope you might enjoy them as much as we did. They are demonstrated in this video. You can also read more about this project and see more pictures on my blog HERE.If you found this video helpful, please
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PreK - 6th
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What is a folktale?
This short video includes engaging cartoon characters that explain the folktale genres: fable, fairytale, tall tale, scary story, legend and myth. The difference between folktale and folklore is also explained. Your students will love watching this quick video that is not only fun but also covers state standards!
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2nd - 6th
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Mentor Sentences Demonstration (grades 3-5) with Enemy Pie
Mentor sentences are the perfect way to teach grammar and author's craft through examples of excellent sentences from your favorite read-aloud books! This video will show you what each day looked like in my classroom on the fourth week of school in my fourth grade classroom. You can get the lesson you see in the video in isolation (along with other mentor text activities) by clicking HERE.If you need more proof that the numerous volumes of mentor sentence curricula created by Ideas by Jivey are
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3rd - 5th, Staff
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Growth Mindset, Famous Failures Interactive Bulletin Board to Teach Teens Grit
An experienced high school English teacher shares tips and tricks to make your teaching life easier. Today, let’s build an interactive growth mindset bulletin board that will grab the attention of your high school and middle school students.
Click here to grab your own set of Famous Failures bulletin board materials:
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Famous-Failures-Interactive-Growth-Mindset-Bulletin-Board-Grades-8-12-2896426
Lots of advice and free resources for secondary teachers
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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9:45
How to Set Up Interactive Writing Notebooks
This video provides you with an ideal way to set up Interactive Writing Notebooks. Whether you have my Step-By-Step Writing Program or not, it shares tips, an order of lessons, materials needed, and how many pages to save for each sections. The tabs, cover sheets, and table of contents found in this video can be purchased separately, but certainly not needed to set up your own notebook. WRITING NOTEBOOK TABS, COVER SHEETS AND TABLE OF CONTENTSIf you have the Step-by-Step Writing program, don't f
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3rd - 6th
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Boston Massacre Crime Scene Investigation
WONDER! WOW! BANG! BOOM! This is just a sample of the amazing student centered experiences and projects that my students love to do as a student in my class! Be Daring! Be Bold! Take your students on an adventure! No Student ever remembered that worksheet or work out of the back of the book. Get students moving, investigating, debating, discussing, and learning with engaging activities! *****************************************************************************How to get TPT credit to u
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4th - 12th
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Back to School Professional Development: Getting Literacy Centers Started
Let’s talk all things LITERACY CENTERS! In this professional development session I discuss getting your literacy centers up and running the first month of school, activities you can place in your literacy centers, literacy center organization, teaching videos, and FREEBIES of course!* * BE SURE YOU'RE USING A WEB BROWSER TO DOWNLOAD THE FREEBIE ATTACHED FILE * *If you would like to take notes during the presentation you can download the handout HERE!The AMAZING thing is my ENTIRE presentation ca
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PreK - 1st, Staff
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5:10
Secret Stories® "Fast-Tracks" Phonics for Reading!
https://www.TheSecretStories.com Secret Stories® Phonics Video - A Brain Based Approach to Accelerate Phonics Instruction for Reading No more telling kids, "It just is....It just does.... You just have to remember!" when it comes to reading and spelling! Did you know that there are grown-up reading and writing "Secrets" that explain the sounds letters make when they get together in words? Fast-track phonics for reading AND writing using brain science as a road map to sneak hard phonics skills t
Tone and Mood Lesson Plan and Activities
This is a complete lesson plan for teaching middle school students about Tone and Mood in a very engaging way.
Students watch trailers for favorite movies like Frozen, Toy Story 3, and Mrs. Doubtfire (links included) and then altered versions of the same trailers while looking for differences in Tone and Mood.
There are two worksheets included that coordinate with the lesson and reinforce the definitions of Tone and Mood.
Objectives: Students will be able to describe the differences between
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6th - 9th
All About Plants Research Project with QR codes FREEBIE
Free Non fiction research project with QR codes. This is part of our All About Plants Research Project. This mini unit includes 5 kid friendly videos that students scan with a device. Students watch the videos to learn all about plants. After watching the videos students can use the information they learned to do several activities. If you enjoyed this check out All About Plants Research Projectplantsplant needsplant partsplant life cycleQR code
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K - 3rd
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Word of the Week: One Academic Year Vocabulary Bundle
Get your entire ACADEMIC YEAR of vocabulary instruction with this bundle! This includes all words from our Scope and Sequence guide. Each set of words is grouped by month to help you plan for the entire school year (September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May and June). This vocabulary bundle includes animated videos, activity guides and quizzes for the following words:Debut, Facetious, Distinguished, Voracious, Dilapidated, Scrutinizing, Optimist, Evident, Omino
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4th - 12th
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Grade 3 Science - Friction - Magic School Bus Plays Ball
Questions to go with the Magic School Bus episode about Friction (Magic School Bus Plays Ball). Teacher answer key is included as well.
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2nd - 4th
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Importance of learning English language arts
English language arts (ELA) concepts — reading, writing, listening, and speaking — empower students to become effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. They are the foundation for all other types of learning as students must rely on ELA skills to master content from other subject areas and communicate what they’ve learned.
Strong reading skills can help students make sense of written content, and gather information for further analysis. Writing skills can help students articulate their ideas, construct arguments, and synthesize information. And speaking and listening skills empower students to clearly present their ideas, participate in group discussions, and collaborate with their classmates. This is why teaching English language arts is critically important for student’s success in school and beyond.
Benefits of learning English language arts
Learning English language arts offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. It helps students:
- Develop effective communication skills
- Build critical thinking and analytical skills
- Nurture their creativity and imagination
By ensuring that students have a solid foundation in English language arts, teachers can help set them up for future success.
Discover printable and digital English language arts resources
On TPT, English language arts resources come in various forms: from interactive notebooks and task cards to small-group activities and individual worksheets. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of ELA concepts, or to reteach a tricky concept. By incorporating ELA resources from TPT into your teaching toolbox, you can create an engaging learning experience that strengthens students’ understanding of ELA concepts.
If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable and digital English language arts worksheets, TPT has an extensive collection of resources across topics and grade levels. No matter what ELA topic your students are working on — whether you’re teaching the parts of speech to 1st graders or argumentative essay writing to 10th graders — TPT has instructional materials that are designed to help with any ELA learning need. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning ELA will be so much easier.
Frequently asked questions about teaching English language arts
What types of English language arts lessons are available on TPT?
There are many different types of English language arts resources sold by Sellers on TPT. Some popular ELA lessons include reading, writing, phonics, vocabulary, spelling, and creative writing.
How do I find English language arts lessons on TPT?
Educators can save time preparing English language arts lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for ELA resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of ELA lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
How can I make my English language arts lessons fun and engaging?
Students learn best when they're engaged! Sprinkle a little fun into your English Language Arts lessons by using manipulatives, pairing unusual texts like poems and short films together, or doing an escape room activity.
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