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Middle school writing scripts for Microsoft Word in English (UK)

Preview of A "Mad Libs" Letter to My Teacher (First Day of School ELA Activity)

A "Mad Libs" Letter to My Teacher (First Day of School ELA Activity)

This is the perfect First Day of School activity, and can be completed either digitally or on paper. While this is an ideal activity for upper elementary and Jr High, it could be used with any grade that is capable of writing by themselves with some modifications!
Preview of Aesop's Fables for Small Group Reader's Theater Book One

Aesop's Fables for Small Group Reader's Theater Book One

Created by
WonbyOne
The scripts in this pack were written for 3 - 5 students. Each script is an adaptation of one of Aesop's fables. Aesop's tales are a great way to teach students how to look for lessons or morals! There is a short writing piece afterwards which can be used for everyone after it has been performed or just for the students reading the script. I use Reader's Theaters to help students improve their fluency. My students, especially the ones struggling to read, still require motivation to improve and t
Preview of Dystopia Vs. Utopia Genre Introduction (The Giver, Hunger Games, 1984, etc.)

Dystopia Vs. Utopia Genre Introduction (The Giver, Hunger Games, 1984, etc.)

Created by
Duwell Store
My students love this lesson. They learn how societies can be oppressive, read about different types, and then create their own laws to see how they can become oppressive. This lesson provides students with an introduction to the characteristics of a dystopia and dystopia genre. It begins by contrasting utopia vs dystopia, continues with 3 examples of societies (2 dystopian, 1 utopian) and has students underline the characteristics, and ends with students creating their own well-intentioned l
Preview of Should We Bring Planet Pluto Back?

Should We Bring Planet Pluto Back?

Created by
WonbyOne
This reader's theater is for a small group of 4. In it, Olivia believes that Pluto should be reclassified a planet again. Sam thinks it should be kept as a dwarf planet. The evidence is discussed and students are left with the decision. When this reader’s theater is over, students write a response stating their opinion and using evidence. I wrote this one because my students enjoyed debating it became a good way to get interest built up for an argumentative paper. I use all of my Reader's Theate
Preview of Fractured Fairy Tales!  Drama Group Skits Project

Fractured Fairy Tales! Drama Group Skits Project

Created by
Rachel M Adams
This is a FUN drama group project where students use the physical and vocal delivery skills they have learned in drama class. They also get to practice creative writing in script format which they then rehearse and perform. This lesson includes detailed directions, planning worksheet, rubrics, peer evaluation hand-out, and student sample of the paper scene backdrops they make and sample student script.
Preview of Pinocchio – Small Group Reader’s Theater

Pinocchio – Small Group Reader’s Theater

Created by
WonbyOne
This Reader's Theater is for 4 - 5 students. It is a simplified version of Pinocchio. In the script, Geppetto is a kind toymaker who wishes he had a son. A fairy hears him and makes his puppet come alive. Geppetto names it Pinocchio. The puppet is lazy and doesn’t tell the truth. Geppetto does his best to teach him and sends him to school to help. But Pinocchio keeps wandering off and bad things happen to him. Finally, he disappears for many days and Geppetto goes to look for him. When they find
Preview of Circulatory System Skit

Circulatory System Skit

Created by
Debra Murray
A few years ago, before retiring, my multi-age class and I decided we wanted to cover the topic of body systems in a bit of a different way. At the time we were working on five different systems and decided that it would be more fun to do each system in a different way rather than all five by the traditional paper and pencil method. It didn't take any convincing on any of our parts. One of the methods we decided to use was a dramatization of the circulatory system. Every student would take par
Preview of The Ant and the Grasshopper - Spanish Small Group Reader's Theater

The Ant and the Grasshopper - Spanish Small Group Reader's Theater

Created by
LosDosMaestros
This is a Spanish small group reader's theater is for 3 students. It is based on Aesop's tale. In Spanish, the name would be 'LA HORMIGA Y EL SALTAMONTES.' Aesop's tales are a great way to teach students how to look for lessons or morals! The moral of the fable is 'There is a Time to Work and a Time to Play.' In the script, the Ant is working hard to build up his supply of food for winter. The grasshopper spends every day playing his fiddle and never working. The Ant warns the Grasshopper that
Preview of Mock Trial Outline for The Outsiders

Mock Trial Outline for The Outsiders

Make your mock trial accessible to all of your students! I struggled with a way to ensure that all students were engaged in the process, and decided that creating a class outline was the best option. ALL students were required to fill in the packet for all of the roles, and we pulled names from a hat for parts on the day of the trial. Many students said that this was their favorite activity of the year!
Preview of The Turtle and The Hare - Spanish Reader's Theater

The Turtle and The Hare - Spanish Reader's Theater

Created by
LosDosMaestros
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4 students. In Spanish, the name of this reader's theater is 'La Tortuga y la Liebre.' I wrote it for Easter but it could be performed at any time. It is based on a tale by Aesop. Aesop's tales are a great way to teach students how to look for lessons or morals! In the script,Hare loves to brag about how fast and cool he is so the other animals do not like being around him. The animals DO like tortoise though because he always has something nice to s
Preview of Time Connective Mat

Time Connective Mat

A mat with a selection of time connectives to be used to support writing
Preview of Setting Images and Descriptions in full (KS2 and KS3)

Setting Images and Descriptions in full (KS2 and KS3)

72 different types of setting descriptions and corresponding images. There are 12 images per page and each setting description tries to use a range of writing techniques (such as listed adjectives, figurative language and adventurous vocabulary). This is great for KS2 or KS3 children (ages 7-14). You can also get this as three separate PowerPoint presentations to display in the classroom.
Preview of Readers Theatre: The Stone Lion

Readers Theatre: The Stone Lion

Created by
Roslyn Ashenden
This script is based on Margaret Wild's poignant picture book, The Stone Lion. The story, set in wintery London during the depression years, is an excellent resource to assist students in their development of empathy. Along with the obvious enjoyment and engagement students derive from dramatic reading, this script was also developed to assist students develop fluency and expression through repeated reading. The Stone Lion script includes poetry/verse, alliteration and opportunities for a focus
Preview of Newspaper Writing Bundle KS2

Newspaper Writing Bundle KS2

Included in this bundle are - 4 examples of newspaper articles under fake newspaper names but all true. A writing toolkit support structure sheet with ideas on how to support writing objectives. A detailed Newspaper report on the events of Kensuke's Kingdom by Michael Morpurgo, including target setting and editing slips. A bonus sheet activity to allow students to examine newspaper articles and pick out their key features.
Preview of Editing Diary Entries UKS2 - The Highwayman

Editing Diary Entries UKS2 - The Highwayman

This resource has been inspired by Alfred Noyes' poem, The Highwayman. It provides 6 diary entries which provide different viewpoints from 3 of the main characters in the poem. There are mistakes in each of the diary entries so pupils need to work out the errors and then correct them as part of an editing task. Additionally, 2 self and peer checklists are provided to support children with what they need to find and edit. Answers are provided to help inform pupils why the mistakes need correcting
Preview of The Vain Little Mouse - Spanish Reader's Theater

The Vain Little Mouse - Spanish Reader's Theater

Created by
LosDosMaestros
This Reader's Theater is for 4 - 6 students. It is a Spanish fable and has been written in Spanish. The title, in Spanish, is 'La Ratita Vanidosa – Una fábula española.' In the script, a little mouse finds a coin while she is cleaning her house. She uses it to buy a bow to wear in her hair and then she sits by her window so that everyone can see how beautiful she looks. A dog sees her and asks her to marry him but, after hearing his voice, she tells him no. A donkey sees her next and asks her to
Preview of PROOFREADING - EDITING YOUR WRITING: UNIT LESSON PLAN

PROOFREADING - EDITING YOUR WRITING: UNIT LESSON PLAN

Created by
JOHN DSOUZA
This Unit Lesson Plan is perfect for teaching Proofreading - Editing your Writing. These no prep activities would be great for ELA lessons or ELA centers. Your students will love these exercises that are carefully planned for student engagement.After attempting these New Bloom’s Taxonomy-based activities students will be able to:Identify the correct meaning of proofreading symbols or marks.List the components of a proofreading checklist.Apply proofreading symbols to identify the appropriate use
Preview of Essay Writing – Marking Criteria Rubric with Feedback Tick Boxes

Essay Writing – Marking Criteria Rubric with Feedback Tick Boxes

Created by
Aceful Lessons
Save time when marking essays by using this editable marking criteria with feedback tick boxes. Students will also find it a lot easier to read the feedback because they're written in dot points. Includes: Editable Word (.docx) file Also available: Narrative Writing – Marking Criteria with Feedback Tick Boxes
Preview of Argumentative Essay Student Template

Argumentative Essay Student Template

Created by
Anna LaVardera
This is an editable graphic organizer to use with your students who need extra writing support during an argumentative/opinion essay unit. Works best to edit first then print for students. Includes intro, three body paragraphs, and conclusion. Supports Lucy Caulkins fourth/fifth grade writing units.
Preview of A New Look for Santa - Small Group Reader's Theater

A New Look for Santa - Small Group Reader's Theater

Created by
WonbyOne
This reader's theater was written for a small group of 3 students for Christmas. In the script, Elvis the elf has given himself a new job. He wants to be Santa’s fashion consultant and give Santa a new look. Santa agrees to listen to his suggestions but, one by one, he finds problems with each of them. Santa decides to keep his look because it is a classic and he likes it. Elvis is sad he couldn’t help Santa but then Santa offers him a new job. He makes him fashion consultant over all the dolls
Preview of Harry Kane Fact Sheet & Non-Chronological Report Writing (Structured)

Harry Kane Fact Sheet & Non-Chronological Report Writing (Structured)

Perfect for any teacher who is trying to inspire their pupils to write a non-chronological report on the life of a significant person. Harry Kane has been a role model for thousands and achieved at the highest level of professional football. Two A4 pages of facts about Harry Kane provide a fairly detailed snapshot of his family members, his sporting achievements, interests and some random facts too.There is a basic and an advanced planning structure sheet for children to use to support writing a
Preview of Setting Description Images with Writing Space (KS2 & KS3) Pack 1

Setting Description Images with Writing Space (KS2 & KS3) Pack 1

This resource provides 24 various and interesting images of settings. This is a Word doc that has 3 images and 3 writing boxes per page - to allow pupils to write their descriptions or notes next to the images. This is Pack 1. (Note- These are the same images that are in Pack 1 of the presentation version available on my site.)
Preview of The Elephant's Child - Just So Reader's Theater for Small Groups

The Elephant's Child - Just So Reader's Theater for Small Groups

Created by
WonbyOne
This Reader's Theater is for 4 - 6 students. It is a Just-So story. In the script, the Elephant’s Child is always asking questions and everyone gets tired of hearing them. So they spank the child every chance they get. One day, the Elephant’s Child asks what the Crocodile eats for dinner. The other animals get nervous and spank it just for asking. The Elephant’s Child goes in search of the Crocodile to ask it. After walking for a long, long time the Elephant’s Child finds the river. It asks the
Preview of Text Based Informative Constructed Response Sentence Frames grades 6-12 & Rubric

Text Based Informative Constructed Response Sentence Frames grades 6-12 & Rubric

Created by
Attis Educates
This sentence frame are designed for struggling writers who need structure. Many struggling writers do not know where to begin. My sentence frames are designed to provide structure thus increasing efficacy and confidence. These sentence frames can be used for any informative or expository constructed response prompt.
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