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High school literature audio
The Ransom of Red Chief - by O. Henry - Audio Recording
O. Henry's hilarious story packed with irony, malapropisms, and humor makes a delightful piece of literature to introduce to one's scholars. Depending on the age and reading level of those scholars, this great short story can be a challenge for some to see the humor through colloquial language.
Reading aloud to one's scholars is the best way to emphasize the tone and humor of the characters and situations; just the additional of vocal tone helps the scholars find the depth of the theme behind t
Grades:
7th - 10th
The Most Dangerous Game - Richard Connell -Audio Recording w/ Enrichment Effects
Richard Connell's classic tale of dread, intrigue and mystery on a dangerous tropical island is an exciting piece of literature to introduce to one's scholars. Depending on the age and reading level of those scholars, this great short story can be a challenge for some to visualize the action and setting of the story. Reading aloud to one's scholars is the best way to emphasize the experience of the characters as well as the risk and nefarious nature of the situations. Cadence, dialect and vocal
Grades:
7th - 10th
Frankensong: A rap summary of Frankenstein
This is a rap summary of Frankenstein, hitting all the high points of the story. It would be best used as a fun way to summarize the story after the students have completed reading it. Rhyming, similar to using acronyms or flashcards, can help a student to remember content. So, give Frankensong a try! A copy of the lyrics are available upon request at no extra charge.
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9th - 12th
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The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry (audio recording)
O. Henry's classic tale of mutual sacrifice for the sake of love is a fine piece of literature to introduce to one's scholars. Depending on the age and reading level of those scholars, this great short story can be a challenge for some to see the emotional aspect through the prose. Reading aloud to one's scholars is the best way to emphasize the emotional experience of the characters; just the additional of vocal tone helps the scholars find the depth of the theme behind the words. If the schol
Grades:
7th - 12th
The Interlopers - by Saki - Audio Recording
Sakis classic tale of reconciliation and irony, is an exciting piece of literature to introduce to one's scholars. Depending on the age and reading level of those scholars, this great short story can be a challenge for some to visualize the action and setting of the story. Reading aloud to one's scholars is the best way to emphasize the experience of the characters as well as the risk and nefarious nature of the situations. Cadence, dialect and vocal tone all help the scholars find the depth of
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7th - 10th
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Mr. Duey- Hip Hop Song Teaching Dewey Decimal System
This song teaches about the Dewey Decimal System. It teaches the difference between non-fiction and fiction. Also, it discusses how the card catalog is organized.
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Powerful Passages_Sharing is Caring!!!
A Powerful Passage on What the Truth is to Many People!
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Shakespeare's Macbeth in rap and rhyme performed by rappers
This mp3 is the companion piece to my Rap-Notes: Macbeth lyric sheet.
I recommend you hand out the lyrics and then play this mp3 to your class BEFORE your study Macbeth.
I can tell you this combination not only tears down the wall of fear between students and Shakespeare, but makes them eager to read the play.
Try it. I think you...and your class...will love it.
Mr. Z
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9th - 12th
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Quotes of Friedrich Nietzsche
"That which does not kill us makes us stronger" - Friedrich Nietzsche
This educational song will teach you and your students quotes of the philosopher Friedrich Nietzsche. It is also a great way to increase your general knowledge.
Since it is Singmytext.com´s mission to combine education with entertainment, you will like about this song, that you can just enjoy listening to it and meditate over the quotes.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Homograph - Justin Bieber Parody
What's a homograph? Get things straight with this parody of "Love Yourself" by Justin Bieber.
Grades:
2nd - 12th
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Greek Literature & the Theatre | Audiobook
Literature and The Theatre. One of the favorite forms of entertainment for the Ancient Greeks was the Theatre. It began as part of a festival to the Greek god Dionysus but eventually became extremely popular amongst the public and nobility. Literature and theatre was an important aspect of Greek culture and helped influence modern drama, bringing together elements of myth, ritual, religion, dance, and music.Designed for classroom | home | distance learning and aimed at children and young adults
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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6:31
The Story of Prometheus Part 2: How Diseases and Cares... - Read Aloud
I couldn't find a version of this story that I liked enough to assign to my virtual students, so I recorded it myself.This listing includes: 1. Audio of part 2 being read aloud by itself2. Audio + video that follows along using the text(At the very end of the video is a link you can use to download it from Google Drive!)You can also buy Parts 1 & 2 in a bundle and save!Prometheus Bundle <--
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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5:03
The Story of Prometheus Part 1: How Fire Was Given to Men - Read Aloud
I couldn't find a version of this story that I liked enough to assign to my virtual students, so I recorded it myself.This listing includes: 1. Audio of part 1 being read aloud by itself2. Audio + video that follows along using the text(At the very end of the video is a link you can use to download it from Google Drive!)You can also buy Parts 1 & 2 in a bundle!Prometheus Bundle <--
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education
A Boy Called Bat By Elana K. Arnold Read Aloud By Christine Salzano
A Boy Called Bat By Elana K. Arnold Read Aloud By Christine Salzano can let students listen to the Nutmeg Nominee at home or at school.
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K - 12th
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"Scarlet Letter" rap
Great review of the main characters and plot of the "Scarlet Letter", by Hawthorne. Students enjoy making power points, graphic novels and videos to this rap song.
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9th - 12th
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Great Expectations rap "P.I.P"
Great review of the novel "Great Expectations by Dickens in lyrical form. Discusses the plot twists, characters and asks for students to answer questions about imagery and foreshadowing. Students love to make power points and videos to this creation.
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8th - 12th
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The Importance of Being Earnest Warm-up: Lady Bracknell's Scatter-Brained Sister
A character Oscar Wilde forgot to mention in The Importance of Being Earnest gives her own batty synopsis of the goings on in the play.
Original script by Liquorice Allsorts
This piece is proposed as a humorous ice-breaker for any group of students about to study the play, The Importance of Being Earnest. It can also be used as Listening Comprehension for ESL / EFL students.
This is a 42 second audio recording of an original comic character monologue portrayal of an imagined sister of Lady Bra
Grades:
11th - 12th, Adult Education
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Fiction, Non-Fiction
This song introduces the differences between fiction and nonfiction books.
Grades:
5th - 12th
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The Old Man and the Sea - Original Song Exploring Themes
"Santiago" Original song exploring the themes of "The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Shakespeare's Sonnet 23
I am a professional Shakespearean trained actress. This is a dramatic reading of Shakespeare's Sonnet 23 "As an unperfect actor on the stage" set to music.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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Shakespeare's Sonnet 98
I am a professional Shakespearean trained actress. This is a dramatic reading of Shakespeare's Sonnet 98 "From you I have been absent in the Spring" set to music.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
Shakespeare Sonnet 29
I am a professional Shakespearean trained actress. This is a dramatic reading of Shakespeare's Sonnet 29 "When in disgrace with fortune and mens eyes" set to music.
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Grades:
5th - 11th, Higher Education
Yes Virginia, There Is A Santa Claus: A Reading
Reading by professional actor and teacher Thom Bray. A response to a letter written by 8 year old Virginia O'Hanlon to the New York Sun newspaper. The response was penned by Francis Pharcellus Church, and published on September 21, 1897. It has since become a holiday classic. Recorded December 14, 2008 Read by Thom Bray. Perfect for English and Humanities, ELL, ESL, Drama and Theatre classes, as well as holiday readings.
c. 2009. All Rights Reserved. You may not distribute this work to others
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2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Ambush - by Tim O'Brien - Audio Recording
This is a quiet, ambient recording of an excerpt from Tim O'Brien's The Things They Carried. It runs approximately 6:45 and contains some images of combat violence, as one would expect of a recollection of a Vietnam in-country tour experience.
This story is very useful for discussions of regret, universal theme, war, peace, and a host of other related topics.
Since the story is far from covered by the public domain provision, I offer it here free of charge with great respect to Mr. O'Brien and
Grades:
8th - 12th
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