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Short stories videos for ESL-EFL-ELL
Teach Language Arts with Film Clips: Suspense and Foreshadowing
This short Film, Alma, is an excellent tool to have students review suspense and foreshadowing techniques. Students love the "creepy" film and figuring out exactly what has happened to the character. The file includes the film, student worksheets, and an answer key. The 4 worksheet pages include pause times to have students reflect and infer, as well as screenshots for analyzing examples of foreshadowing. Older students will enjoy this film which is not too young and engaging enough to keep them
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6th - 12th
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A Charlie Brown Christmas Lesson Plan
"Merry Christmas, Charlie Brown!"
Is there any better way to start a discussion of a holiday than by watching the Charlie Brown special about it? I use this in my ESL and EFL classroom every year to teach international students about the holiday and to get my students thinking about Christmas and the meaning of the holiday. Plus it's just fun to watch!
This comprehension and discussion lesson plan (with complete Teacher Notes, Answer Keys, and differentiated questions) involves a critical watc
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1st - 10th, Adult Education
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"Monkey's Paw" Engaging Short Story Analysis (Mood, Theme, and Foreshadowing)
This is not only a comprehensive lesson using the classic tale "The Monkey's Paw" by W.W. Jacobs, but it is also a whole lot of fun for middle school students! This story is great to teach around Halloween time!What you get in the student guide:1) Background information2) Anticipation guide3) Mini research opportunity on superstitions4) Full copy of the unabridged text5) Mood analysis sheet6) Foreshadowing analysis sheet7) Socratic question sheet8) Theme: fate vs. free will analysis9) Film / sho
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6th - 10th
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Plot Diagram with Pixar's Digital Short
This is a video that uses Pixar's Digital short, "Lifted," to teach plot diagram. Within the 8 minute video, you'll see the entire Disney cartoon played out while a plot diagram is carefully being built around the action of the plot. Students can see the action of the story and where it fits in precisely on the plot diagram. See the sample for specific format.
At the end of the video, there is a list of student tips for how to effectively organize a short story on a plot diagram.
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5th - 12th
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ADVENTURERS: A complete unit for ESL learners!
ADVENTURERS – A complete unit for ESL students! This unit is ready to use, there is not much for you to add: it’ll save you a lot of preparation time! I use this unit with my students of Quatrième which, in France, corresponds to the American 9th Grade. They are intermediate ESL learners. Included:30 pages of worksheets in PDF;58 pages of slideshows (in 3 versions each: an animated online one, one in *.PDF, and one in a video).3 listening comprehensions;Grammar lessons and exercises;A strong and
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: 8th GRADE: Bundle of the units for the whole year!
GENTLEMEN THIEVES: a complete unit for ESL learners!
GENTLEMEN THIEVES – A complete unit for ESL students! This unit is ready to use, there is not much for you to add: it’ll save you a lot of preparation time! I use this unit with my students of Quatrième which, in France, corresponds to the American 8th Grade. They are intermediate ESL learners. Included:78 pages of worksheets and slideshows in PDF;Slideshows (in 3 versions each: an animated online one, one in *.PDF, and one in a video).Listening comprehensions;Grammar lessons and exercises;A str
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: 8th GRADE: Bundle of the units for the whole year!
Disney Pixar-- Topic vs. Theme (Dug's Special Mission)
For this activity, students will be watching a Disney Pixar short film in order to apply their knowledge of topic vs. theme. This is such a fun way to get students engaged and apply their knowledge to a visual text. Great way to assess introductory theme vs. topic skills.Students will need to take notes and track topics during the mini-movie, and then eventually turn it into a thematic statement. They will also need to support their theme with specific evidence from the mini-movie. The link to t
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5th - 9th
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Inference Lessons and Activities
All activities are provided in both digital and printable formats. The digital resources were created using Google Slides. You may convert the Google Slides to PowerPoint lessons for students to complete when they are not online.General Teaching· Vocabulary Practice – word and definition cards for practice + a test on these words· Question Stems by Grade LevelHook Activities Google Slide PresentationForensic Evidence Lapbook - Students create a lapbook with either graphic organizers or case fil
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3rd - 6th
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Scene It? Game (Movie Clips) | for End of Year, Time Filler, Warm Up Activity
I made a game based on Scene It DVD game, in which I show my kids a clip from a movie and then ask them 5 questions about it. This forces students to listen and pay attention to details. It has been the best game so far, I did it for my elementary and middle school students, who aren't easy to please or entertain, but for the most part they love it (even the low-level students will pay attention to the clips so the class is manageable).There are 10 movie clips included in this game including:Gua
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2nd - 8th
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Also included in: END OF YEAR ACTIVITIES BUNDLE!!! Have fun on the last days of schools!!!
Kentucky Derby Activities {QR Codes, YouTube Videos, Picture Books
I wanted to create a day centered around the Kentucky Derby since it is a local event that is known world wide. Many of my students don't know much about the Derby and we are only 45 minutes away from Louisville, Kentucky. In this unit, you will find QR codes that have videos where students (or the class) can watch about the History of the Kentucky Derby, Listen to the Call to the Post, Listen to the song “My Old Kentucky Home,” and hear many horse related picture books read aloud on YouTube.
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2nd - 7th
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Creative Book Report Projects for Any Novel or Short Story - Video Introductions
Creative Book Report Projects for Any Novel or Short Story - Video Introductions: Ditch the traditional book report and explore six creative alternatives suitable for any novel or short story. Engage even your most reluctant students with this comprehensive bundle, which includes everything you need to implement these innovative projects. Each assignment is accompanied by a captivating hand-drawn video introduction by John Spencer, designed to hook students from the start. From dynamic character
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7th - 10th
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ACTIVITY for ESL learners: BACK TO SCHOOL (High Intermediate)
》ACTIVITY for ESL learners: BACK TO SCHOOL (High Intermediate)《 This activity is about going back to school: it is what I do with my pupils of Troisième, the French equivalent to the American 9th grade. It includes four activities:A talking activity to help the students introduce themselves.A reading activity based on a poem.A talking activity about their activities last summer.A listening activity based on a reading of a book about the new school year.An “All about me!” document (that I give as
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: 9th GRADE: Bundle of units for the complete school year!
The Tell-Tale Heart - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing Lesson
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this
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6th - 8th
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To Build a Fire - Citing Text Evidence Argument Writing Prompt & Essay Lesson
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "To Build a Fire" by Jack London has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resourc
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6th - 8th
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Flowers for Algernon - Text Based Evidence – Text Analysis Essay Writing Lesson
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this r
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6th - 8th
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MAPS - GIVING DIRECTIONS
This is the only resource you'll need for students to practice giving directions.It includes:9 HQ, detailed maps with a variety of different streets, intersections and locations.Listening Practice: A total of 70 audio (MP3) files and 18 accompanying listening comprehension worksheets (different levels)Speaking Practice: 67 VIDEO & 67 PDF files that will help your students practice giving directions. (different levels)Writing Practice: 27 Writing Worksheets. Could be used for pair/teamwork ac
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education
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ACTIVITY for ESL learners: BACK TO SCHOOL (Intermediate)
》ACTIVITY for ESL learners: BACK TO SCHOOL (Intermediate)《 This activity is about going back to school: it is what I do with my pupils of Quatrième, the French equivalent to the American 8th grade. It includes four activities:A talking/writing activity based on portraits.A listening activity based on a poem.A watching/talking activity based on a TV commercial.Some homework for the next class! Included:About one hour and a half worth of class (if you include the correction of the homework in the
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: 8th GRADE: Bundle of the units for the whole year!
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Kindergarten Math Videos COMPLETE Set
Teach all aspects of Kindergarten math with these 31 research-based songs, matching videos, and activities! In study of 286 students, an independent researcher found that selected songs decreased anxiety, increased motivation, and increased mathematics achievement (see reference below). I have been revising them to become more and more effective for the last 20 years, with most recent revisions based on my 2016-2019 work in a Learning Design and Technology doctoral program. I'd love to be able t
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PreK - K, Staff
Also included in: Preschool Circle Time, Early Math, and Early Reading Songs BUNDLE
Write an Alternate Ending - Book Report Project for Any Novel or Short Story
Write an Alternate Ending - Book Report Project for Any Novel or Short Story: Elevate traditional book reports with this engaging "Alternate Ending" project suitable for any novel or short story. Students will craft a found alternate ending to the narrative they've just read, sparking creativity and critical thinking. As part of the project, they will also assume the role of a distinguished literary professor, eager to analyze and discuss the implications of the new ending on the characters and
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7th - 10th
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THE NEW ROYAL FAMILY - A complete unit for ESL students!
THE NEW ROYAL FAMILY – A complete unit for ESL students! This unit is ready to use, there is not much for you to add: it’ll save you a lot of preparation time! I use this unit with my students of Sixième which, in France, corresponds to the American 6th Grade. I use it to teach them about the simple present tense. Included:82 pages of worksheets in PDF;Online animated slideshows also available in MP4 and PDF;Several listening comprehensions;Grammar lessons;Games (magnetic games for the board and
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: BRITISH ROYAL FAMILY: A bundle of unit and activities for ESL learners!
ESL NEW!!! 2020-2021 ESL LESSONS--20 FACE to FACE-VIRTUAL-SUB PLANS
Are you looking for lessons to post to Canvas, Google Classroom? Do you have an emergency, need lesson plans when you are going to be out? Here you go! Now 20 full days of , step by step, detailed, video embedded plans, along with sub note information sheet. Good for grades 3-12. Some plans can last two or more class periods. Easy to use!
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3rd - 12th
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Book Report Digital Projects for Any Novel or Short Story - Video Introductions
Book Report Digital Projects for Any Novel or Short Story - Video Introductions: Ditch the traditional book report and use these six creative digital alternatives suitable for any novel or short story instead. Engage even your most reluctant students with this comprehensive digital bundle, which includes everything you need to implement these innovative projects. Each digital assignment is accompanied by a captivating hand-drawn video introduction by John Spencer, designed to hook students from
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7th - 10th
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Rikki Tikki Tavi- Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing Lesson
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Rikki Tikki Tavi" by Rudyard Kipling has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this re
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6th - 8th
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ACTIVITY for ESL learners: BACK TO SCHOOL (False Beginners)
》ACTIVITY for ESL learners: BACK TO SCHOOL (False Beginners)《 This activity is about going back to school: it is what I do with my pupils of Sixième, the French equivalent to the American 6th grade. It includes four activities:A talking activity to help the students introduce themselves.An activity based on reading and basic vocabulary (colors, everyday objects…)A listening activity based on a short back-to-school poem with labels to reorder.A cover page for their notebook or binder (several ver
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: 6th GRADE: Bundle of units for the complete school
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