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Literature elective course proposal pdfs
Film Appreciation Course Curriculum Guide
This is a course outline and curriculum guide for film appreciation. It includes a course description, rationale, detailed syllabus by unit, bibliography of resources with links to online open source teaching and assessment resources, learning objectives correlated with Common Core and Texas TEKS, assessment evidence chart. There are samples of major assessments and rubrics for three student projects- a student created film blog, a collaborative mise-en-scene and cinematography digital photograp
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8th - 12th
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Art Adventures in Narnia Art Tea Party
This delightful tea party has master artists who illustrated tales of knights and dragons. Students create a deer at the lamp post, Aslan the lion, a beautiful crown and a three-dimensional throne while studying about the characters of Narnia.
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Whirligig Novel: Project
Used with the novel, Whirligig by Paul FleischmanStudents will make a whirligig [technically a pinwheel], but they can also do a digital one.They will choose a person to immortalize.They will also do a small writing prompt.
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7th - 10th
Modern Romeo and Juliet
In this engaging project, students will unleash their creativity as they use presentation design programs to adapt the iconic tale for the modern era of 2024.Students will delve deep into the themes and characters of "Romeo and Juliet," exploring how they can resonate with contemporary audiences. They'll brainstorm and assign modern-day careers, lifestyles, and choices to Romeo and Juliet, breathing new life into these beloved characters.Through digital media, students will craft their adaptati
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Bible Curriculum Week 1 God's Creation Story
This is a Seven Week Bible Curriculum this will help your kids to know about God's Creation. Here is an overview of First week."In the beginning, there was nothing but darkness and chaos. But then, God spoke, and light burst forth, separating day from night. Thus began the incredible narrative of God's creation of the world, a story that continues to captivate hearts and minds across the ages.The account of God's creation is a foundational element of the Bible, found in the opening chapters of G
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Pandemic Novel Study - "The Mandate" Higher Education
The Mandate is a unique novel written and set during the height of the 2020 coronavirus pandemic in the United States. A story that is told solely through the use of text message threads, it is sure to engage and provide a unique glimpse into life during those challenging and uncertain times.Your purchase comes with a PDF version of The Mandate as well as a list of suggested discussion guide questions (intended for secondary education or adult education classes only).Synopsis:The Mandate gives i
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12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Build a literary character
Building a literary character can be a lot of fun. It is giving form and essence to a being that will exist in the story you want to write. However, you should not take it lightly. Each of the characteristics of that character must serve the development of the story, otherwise, it will look like an extra in the plot.The next exercises are for you to create a strong character, either main or secondary, but one that supports the general concept of the story you are going to write.
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4th - 12th
Build a literary character (Spanish version)
Construir un personaje literario puede ser muy divertido. Es darle forma y escencia a un ser que existirán en la historia que quieres escribir. Sin embargo, no debes tomarlo a la ligera. Cada una de las características de ese personaje deben servir para el desarrollo de la historia, de lo contrario se verá como un extra dentro de la trama.Los próximos ejercicios son para que puedas crear un personaje fuerte, ya sea principal o secundario, pero que apoye el concepto general de la historia que va
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4th - 12th
Comprehension Test - Fuzzy Takes Charge (Hale)
If you are familiar with the Accelerated Reader program, you know that they can be useful tools for monitoring student comprehension. When my school didn’t renew our AR subscription, I was at a loss because earning AR points was a big part of my classroom reading incentive program. So I created my own program and tests for books in my library—“RIF” (Reading is Fun) tests. I keep track of the tests taken by students, the comprehension rate for the tests, and the points earned. This is my RIF test
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2nd - 4th
15 creative writing exercises
This exercise is a set of fun activities for students to develop creative writing.Very useful once a week to motivate them to do creative work.
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6th - 12th
Independent Study Proposal Form: Quick 2 Per Page Printable
Use this quick form for students who are engaged in independent study time, to submit their topic proposal prior to getting ready for independent research. Perfect for early finishers or gifted students who have already learned a concept and can move onto another choice project to build self-efficacy.
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3rd - 8th
Book of Centuries Overview Course (Scope & Sequence)
The Book of Centuries has become a common feature of Charlotte Mason homeschools – yet I believe that it has value for all students in the Classical Liberal Arts tradition. This document contains two suggested course sequences for teaching a 1 credit class (at a co-op or traditional school) which offers a broad historical overview and introducing students to a Book of Centuries.If you want to print your own Book of Centuries, you can buy it here. If you wish it bound like a “real book,” you can
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Digital Comprehension Test (Google Docs) - The Haunting of Hounds Hollow
If you are familiar with the Accelerated Reader program, you know that they can be useful tools for monitoring student comprehension. When my school didn’t renew our AR subscription, I was at a loss because earning AR points was a big part of my classroom reading incentive program. So I created my own program and tests for books in my library—“RIF” (Reading is Fun) tests. I keep track of the tests taken by students, the comprehension rate for the tests, and the points earned. This is my digital
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4th - 6th
Shake and Roll Vowels
Learning ObjectivesStudents will be able to find and sort words by distinguishing their short or long vowel sounds.Introduction(5 minutes)Tell the class we will be playing a dice game with vowel sounds.Review the different long vowel sounds.Review the different short vowel sounds.Introduce the concept of a column, or vertical section. Contrast it with a row
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PreK - 2nd
Relevant Recommended Reading for High School Students as of April 2023
Here is another relevant list of books for high school students that I wish my "high school self" could have had access to in my quest to "figure out life" at that age. Please encourage your students to visit their public library system read them on their own if book titles are banned in your school district.
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
Protest Writing: American Literature Syllabus
This document includes a list of protest writing pieces from American Literature organized by movement. The Common Core ELA Standards are listed.
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9th - 12th
Mythology Recruitment Poster
A poster and flyer that can be used to generate interest in your mythology course. It prints especially well in black and white - but printed onto colored paper.
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6th - 12th
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