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2nd and 3rd grade Writer's Workshop minilessons
This is a comprehensive list of mini lesson ideas I have used with my 2nd and 3rd graders for Writer's Workshop. They are sorted into categories: procedural, topic choice, getting started, conventions, conferencing, revision, tighten/brighten/sharpen. I keep this list in my plan book and refer to it every day when planning my minilesson. I choose minilessons from different categories and also deviate from my plan when I can see something that my students especially need to work on.Can be used fo
Grades:
1st - 3rd
Progress Monitoring Template for Writing
Hopefully this helps make progress monitoring your writing goals a less tedious and time-consuming task! I have used trial and error for years and this progress monitoring system has streamlined my data collection process.
Because it is in Microsoft Word format, this template is easily customized to meet your needs. In this document you’ll find two templates and sample goals to accompany the templates
The original purchaser of this document is granted permission to copy for teaching purposes
Grades:
1st - 12th
POSITION PAPER: The Effects of Living in a Technological World
POSITION PAPER: The Effects of Living in a Technological World: Balancing the Positive and Negative ImpactsThe aim of this position paper is to comprehensively analyze and weigh the effects of living in a technological world, discerning both the positive and negative impacts. In an age defined by rapid technological advancements, this paper seeks to provide a balanced perspective on the overall consequences of our technological immersion. By doing so, we aim to facilitate informed decision-makin
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10th - 12th
Position Paper: The Ethics of Social Media Memes
Position Paper: The Ethics of social media MemesThis position paper seeks to explore the ethical dimensions of social media memes and their impact on society. The proliferation of memes in the digital age has brought humor, cultural commentary, and political satire to the forefront of online discourse. However, the use and misuse of memes can have far-reaching consequences, from promoting harmful stereotypes to influencing political outcomes. This paper aims to shed light on the ethics surroundi
Grades:
10th - 12th
The Role of Textbooks vs. iPads and Online Resources in Education
POSITION PAPER: The Role of Textbooks vs. iPads and Online Resources in EducationAim of the Paper: The aim of this paper is to examine the debate surrounding the replacement of traditional textbooks with iPads and online resources in educational settings. It seeks to provide a balanced perspective on the advantages and disadvantages of both approaches and offer recommendations for how educators and policymakers can make informed decisions regarding their adoption.Parts of the position paper: I.
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10th - 12th
September 11th Document Based Question(DBQ)
This DBQ is an all-inclusive Common Core lesson plan in which students analyze primary and secondary sources, include those sources in an expository essay, and cite those sources to support their argument. This lesson allows students to learn about the horrific events of 9/11 that affected our nation, in a tasteful, informative way. The lesson includes all the sources, analysis sheets, rubric, and step by step instructions for the teacher. It allow students to work in cooperative groups,yet cre
Grades:
5th - 6th
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3rd Grade WRITING standards, learning targets, and success criteria
3rd grade WRITING learning targets and success criteria aligned with every writing standard to make your lesson objectives easy!
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3rd
Mrs. Riddle's Favorites: Six Traits Trade Books
Mrs. Riddle's Favorites: Six Traits Trade Books
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If you are looking for a picture book that would lend itself nicely to teaching one of the six traits of writing, look no further! Mrs. Riddle's Favorites: Six Traits Trade Books is an exhaustive 10 page list of beloved picture books that can be used to teach each of the six traits of writing, plus presentation. This list has been compiled from numerous resources and personal experience in teaching
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PreK - 6th
Writing Log (Progress Data Tracker)
This documentation form is a great way to differentiate your writing instruction and keep track of each student’s individual progress. It is also a great resource for RTI! I use this form during writing workshop when I conference with the student about their writing. It allows our entire class to work on the same type of writing from the Common Core (argumentative, explanatory/informative, narrative) at their own individual level. Each student has a couple of different skills they focus on to
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Grades:
1st - 4th
Kindergarten B.E.S.T Standards Checklist
This is a guide it goes through Florida Kindergarten Standards for English, Math, Social Studies, Science, Health, Physical Education, Art, and Music.
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K
Understanding Scarcity Unit 1 SBAC Aligned Close-Reading
I use a series of these three column close-reading articles to help drive instruction for my seniors, to supplement simple definitional textbook readings. This particular reading is on water scarcity and the growing consumption which seems to increase yearly.
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Grades:
12th
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Benchmark Assessment/ Student Checklist
Lucy Calkins Units of Study Benchmark Assessment Checklist - Editable Document
Grades:
3rd
Fifth Grade student friendly CCLS in Ready Gen Unit 1 Module B Checklist
Here you will find a quick tool that can be used by the students or as your conferencing notes. It will definitely support you in guiding your instruction to be in compliance with the CCLS while using ready Gen. The CCLS are written in child friendly language so students can peer conference. Also great for parent teacher conferences or progress reports.
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Grades:
5th
5 Day Generic Writing Plans - Open Ended Writing Lesson Plans
This is a generic writing plan form that can be used for any topic your would like. It is organized Day 1 through Day 5, so you could start on a Monday with brainstorming and end your writing project on a Friday with the students sharing their pieces.
We have to turn our lesson plans in each week, so this makes planning for writing a breeze! Fill in the objective, circle the graphic organizer you will use and you are ready to go!
Please note that the Paragraph House graphic organizer is for sal
Grades:
1st - 5th
Writer's Workshop In a Nutshell
Need a one-page tip sheet for a substitute teacher, teacher assistant, or a refresher for a classroom teacher on the processes of Writer's Workshop? This download is for you! It follows the Lucy Calkins' method of Writing Workshop and helps to review/refresh how the minilesson, independent writing/conferring, and closure would look and specifies details for each.
Grades:
K - 6th
EDITABLE Writing Lesson Plan Template
Lesson planning can be boring. I'm more excited to plan when I have a cute document to plan on. This template meets my aesthetic and planning needs. Editable so you can change colors/labels/columns/rows if needed.Thanks helloliteracy.com for the title font! HelloBoomerangPlan font already set to "Arial".
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Not Grade Specific
Writer's Workshop Conferencing Template
This is an easy to use Writer's Workshop Conferencing Template, which is very time efficient and easy to use for all grade levels. I use it year after year!
Grades:
1st - 6th
Writing Rubric
This is a kid friendly grading rubric for writing. Can be used for ANY writing done in class as well as ANY K - 6 grade level. The document can be easily edited to fit your writing standards and expectations. This template provides students with a great sense of accountability and allows them to take ownership of their writing.
Expectations are in kid friendly writing, so the students know exactly what the teacher is looking for. Smiley faces are included for students to rate their own writing
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PreK - 6th
Ultimate Planner 5th Grade Writing and Composition
You know what you are teaching and why, but does your administrator? This planner puts the standards for writing informational or persuasive text at your fingertips as you plan your instruction. It includes a breakdown of words/phrases at the various DOK (Depth of Knowledge) levels. It also includes focus areas such as new learning or technology integration. You can edit or print your weekly plans in just seconds!
Grades:
5th
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Hispanic Heritage Text Based Informational Writing. Grs 3, 4, 5. FSA
This is an informational text about Hispanic Heritage Month. Students are to read, code the text for main ideas, and write to respond to the follow Florida Standards Assessment (FSA) or CCSS, PARRC, AIR style prompt:Writing Prompt:Our school is having a Fiesta to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Write an informative essay to discuss why studying about the Hispanic culture is important.Also, included in this lesson set is a list of Hispanic Heritage related books as well as Social Studies stan
Grades:
3rd - 5th
Should China Be Held Accountable for COVID19 Essay
This is a 300-word essay / position paper about whether China should be held accountable for the COVID19.
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Research Terms: Definition of Terms
A definition is a passage that explains the meaning of a term (a word, phrase, or other set of symbols), or a type of thing. The term to be defined is the definiendum. A term may have many different senses or meanings. For each such specific sense, a definiens is a cluster of words that defines that term. The chief difficulty in managing definition is the need to use other terms that are already understood or whose definitions are easily obtainable. The use of the term in a simple example may
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Grades:
Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Student Friendly Expository Essay Rubric
A rubric that is easy for students to read and use to create essays.
Grades:
6th - 10th
ReadyGEN 2016- 4th Gr- Writing, Foundational Skills & Conventions- At a Glance
2016 ReadyGEN ELA Program: 4th Grade, Unit 1 Module A. All Foundational Skills, Conventions and Writing Lessons are laid out in a table for your convenience.
Use this document to help plan and pace your lessons.
If you like this document, check out my store! I have the same product listed for all the other modules and units in ReadyGEN 2016 for 4th Grade!
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Grades:
4th
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