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Common Core RI.6.1 graphic organizers for Microsoft Word
Cause and Effect in Ancient Sumer & Sumerians: Reading Passages + Activities
This lesson provides a thorough understanding and history of the Ancient Sumerians. Students will read about the influences and advancements of their religion, government, tools, permanent homes, stable food supply and written language. Students will then examine the causes and effects these aspect of the Sumerians had on them as a civilization. All readings in this lesson are differentiated for lower level and higher level students.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE m
Grades:
6th - 12th
Hercules, His Life & Times: Ancient Greek Myths Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson students will read about the great Greek hero, Hercules (Herakles). Students will read about his origins, his early life, the death of his family, his freeing of Prometheus and the twelve labors he eventually takes on. Throughout the readings there is student work to complete. Lastly, students will identify three conflict(s) and provide textual support for each. Images are included throughout, as well as a graphic organizer for students to record the conflicts and solutions, usin
Grades:
6th - 10th
The Olmec: Mesoamerica: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
This is an introductory lesson to the Olmec Empire. Students will read about how and why the Olmec came to settle where they did; how they began to flourish as a civilization; and the influence they had on the Mayan Empire. Throughout the readings, students will complete comprehension questions to determine their level of understanding. Maps of the area the Olmec controlled and pictures of some of their artifacts are included throughout.
Grades:
6th - 10th
Introduction to Paleolithic Era: The Stone Age: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will be introduced to the Paleolithic Era, also known as the Stone Age. Students will both read about these times, but also play the role of archaeologists by investigating 'cave paintings' and then reading an article that corresponds to these visuals. Also pictures are included, as well as articles, maps and graphic organizers.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!Geography of Early HumansEnvironm
Grades:
6th - 10th
Independent Reading Conference Form and Fiction and Non-Fiction Reading Logs
Included are three different forms that can be used for conferring with students about their reading. Two of the forms are more comprehensive for independent reading and one is more oriented to quicker check-ins when students are reading any text in class. Some of the aspects in these forms include accuracy, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension and student goals. Some of the skills that are included are predicting, clarifying, questioning, summarizing and synthesizing. I have also included student
Grades:
6th - 12th
If Stones Could Speak: Unlocking the Secrets of Stonehenge by Marc Aronson
Through this unit, students will learn that archaeologists, like detectives, work to piece together the past through investigation in the text, “If Stones Could Speak” by Marc Aronson. This common core aligned packet emphasizes specific skills that are targeted in each chapter. Through this packet, students are exposed to diverse perspectives and challenge them to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions about history. Students will learn to analyze how claims support the main idea and h
Grades:
5th - 8th
"Burrito Man" Short Story and Theme CER paragraph
This is the short story "Burrito Man" which was taken from the Novel, "Us in Progress: Short Stories About Young Latinos" by Lulu Delacre. The story is about a young girl (13 or so) who goes to work with her father who is a food cart vendor. She's embarrassed by him because of his job, but learns throughout the day how hard he works. This includes a Word Document with the story that has an annotation column, with some questions throughout. Five or so comprehension questions at the end and three
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5th - 8th
Life in Athens: Ancient Greece: Reading & Comprehension Passages
In this lesson, students will learn about what life was like for a variety of people in Athens, including the men and the role they played in government, the education of young people, and women and slaves. Students will read texts about each group, and complete work that categorizes the positives and negatives that each group faced in ancient Athens.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient Gre
Grades:
6th - 12th
The Life of Gandhi: India: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities+ Text
In this lesson students will read about the life of Mahatma Gandhi, his motivations, non-violent protests and ultimate succeeding in liberating India from British Imperialism. Students will also have the opportunity to compare and contrast the non-violent protest of Gandhi, with those currently going on today with the "Occupy Wall Street' protest and others.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAnci
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
The Continent of South American: Readings on Geography, Environment, Wildlife
In this lesson students will be introduced to the geography, environment and wildlife of South America. Students will identify the counties, as well as the major geographical landmarks of the continent (Andes, Amazon River, etc.).Students will also learn about the overall environment of South America, and the wildlife that roam throughout the different habitats. Lastly, students will read about deforestation, and the effects it can and will have on the environment and wildlife if it continues.Ch
Grades:
6th - 10th
The Ten Characteristics of a Civilization: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will be able to describe how ancient civilizations were formed by describing their 10 characteristics of a civilization. They will be able to compare and contrast to their own community and determine which aspects they feel are most important Students will discuss in groups to determine whether New York is a civilization.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!Geography of Early HumansEnvironmental F
Grades:
6th - 12th
Environmental Factors of Early Human Settlements: Reading Passages + Activities
Students will be able to understand how geographical features, both physical and cultural, of an area can give us insights into the societies that live(d) there. This lesson includes graphic organizers and differentiated readings.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!Geography of Early HumansEnvironmental Factors of Early Human Settlements - DifferentiatedLand Bridge Theory of Migration - Asia to North AmericaThe Stone Ag
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6th - 12th
Aztec Warfare: Warriors, Cortes & the Spanish Invasion: Reading Passages
In this lesson students will learn about Aztec warfare, including how their warriors were trained and fought. Students will also learn about how Montezuma considered Cortes a God and willingly let the Spaniards into the empire. Throughout the lesson there are graphics, illustrations, a writing prompt to start the lesson and comprehension question for students to complete in writing.--> Want all of my other ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HE
Grades:
6th - 10th
Life in China Today: Reading Passages + Comprehension Activities
In this lesson, students will explore what life in China. This includes certain customs, the language that is spoken, a typical day in the life of a student, geography and fast facts about China. This lesson includes a writing prompt, graphic organizers, multiple choice and room for student written responses.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient China Mini-Unit: Inventions, Pictographs, Marc
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient China Unit: Bundle of 24 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Character Change: ELA Test Prep, Reading Passages, Skills, Strategies
Students will be able to identify how and why characters change throughout the course of a text. Teacher will model how to find support and reasons for character change, and then students will apply this ELA skill their further examples. Students will also complete a multiple choice exam in which they are expected to apply the ELA skills they learned during this and previous lessons.Check out all my other ELA products below!Identifying Theme in Fictional Texts - ELA Test Prep Skills, Reading Pas
Grades:
6th - 8th
Determining Main Idea in Non-Fiction Texts - ELA Test Prep, Reading Passages
In this lesson students will learn how to determine the main idea of a non-fiction text. There are differentiated articles on the same topic, and student will use a non-fiction text strategy organizer to help them organize their thoughts, findings and ultimately, the main idea of the article. There is also an article included for the teacher to model these strategies before students do them independently.Check out all my other ELA products below!Identifying Theme in Fictional Texts - ELA Test Pr
Grades:
6th - 8th
The Book of Genesis and the Creation of the World - A Visual Journey
In this lesson students will read excerpts from the Book of Genesis that describe the creation of the world. The story is told visually, as well as with dialogue. Along the way, students will answer multiple choice questions, short responses and fill in a graphic organizer.Check out all my other World Religion products below!JudaismLife as Jewish Person: Judaism: Reading Passages + Comprehension ActivitiesPersecution of Jews Throughout History: Judaism: Reading Passages + ActivitiesMoses & t
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5th - 9th
Problem and Solution: ELA Test Prep, Reading Passages & Skills
students will be able to read a passage determine the problem and effectively analyze it by reflecting on the effectiveness of the characters handling of the problem. Students will then read their passages and use their charts to reflect on the problems presented in their passages.Check out all my other ELA products below!Identifying Theme in Fictional Texts - ELA Test Prep Skills, Reading PassagesHow to Write a Conclusion - ELA SkillsSetting & How It Affects Characters: ELA Test Prep &
Grades:
5th - 8th
Multiple Choice Strategies: ELA Test Prep, Reading Passages + Skills
Students will be introduced to two strategies to help them answer multiple choice questions. Students will observe the teacher doing this, and then will practice independently on their own. Students will also practice these ELA strategies by reading an article and applying their knowledge to multiple choice questions.Check out all my other ELA products below!Identifying Theme in Fictional Texts - ELA Test Prep Skills, Reading PassagesHow to Write a Conclusion - ELA SkillsSetting & How It Aff
Grades:
5th - 8th
Introduction to Sikhism in Ancient India: Reading Passages + Comprehension
Students will learn about the fundamental beliefs and principles behind Sikhism. The students will learn what the moral of a story is in each of the three Sikh stories and will provide evidence for why they think that is the main lesson of the story.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving BundlesAncient India Unit - Bundle of 25 LessonsAncient India and Ancient China Units - Bundle of 48 LessonsAncient India
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
Introduction to Mesolithic Era: Middle Stone Age: Reading Passages + Activities
In this lesson students will learn about the Mesolithic Era, also known as the stone age. Throughout the lesson, students will be reading and writing about the slow but important advancements people made from the Paleolithic Era. Along with the lesson plan, there is a vocabulary word of the day, graphic organizers, images and all relevant articles.--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!Geography of Early HumansEnvironmenta
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6th - 10th
I Never Had It Made by Jackie Robinson Literature Unit
This unit is an analysis of the Preface to Jackie Robinson's autobiography. It includes lessons on vocabulary, figurative language, text structure, and subjective point of view. The unit concludes with a comprehensive test that includes comprehension, literary analysis, and vocabulary. Answer Keys are included for all lessons.
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6th - 8th
Islam: An Introduction to its Beliefs & Practices: Reading Passages + Activities
This lesson is an introduction to Islam, which includes its beliefs and practices. Topics touched upon in this lesson include the six major beliefs of Islam, the five pillars of Islam and the Hajj. Check out all my other World Religion products below!JudaismLife as Jewish Person: Judaism: Reading Passages + Comprehension ActivitiesPersecution of Jews Throughout History: Judaism: Reading Passages + ActivitiesMoses & the Exodus of Egypt: Judaism: Reading Passages, Comprehension ActivitiesProp
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6th - 10th
Argument Writing (CER) Template, Rubric, Learning Standards
Check this out!
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/ArgumentOpinion-CER-Writing-Bundle-Everything-You-Need-Common-Core-Aligned-2401056
Argument Writing made easy! This is a simple to use template that I created for my sixth graders just recently. The file is EDITABLE and can be utilized for other grade levels easily...just change the learning targets! :)
Note: The thumbnail pics show the pages incorrectly and unorganized. Please check out the sample previews instead :-)
Also, I have i
Grades:
4th - 9th
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