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Common Core W.11-12.1 handouts for Easel
Argument Writing Bell Ringers - Claim, Evidence, Counterargument & Refutation
Students practice argumentative writing with these bell-ringer handouts that require them to consider evidence for claims, brainstorm counterarguments, and provide possible refutation. Each handout starts with an engaging topic for adolescents, including some of the following: cameras for online classesvapingdistracted drivingelectronics in classthe high school dropout ageemployment restrictions for teenscyberbullyingcollege entrance exam requirementspublic displays of affectiontanning bed age
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8th - 12th
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Tell-Tale Heart by Poe. Adapted Close Read Halloween Fun. ESL Beginner Unit.
This bright, colorful and fun adapted text version of The Tell-Tale Heart makes Poe's classic accessible to ESL and ENL beginners and newcomers. The unit includes 5-days of lesson plans, based around an initial and then close read of the text. Please open up the preview for details to make sure the text is right for your classroom -- it will be a challenge for your ELLs, but hopefully worth it.It is easily set up for DISTANCE LEARNING on TPT Digital, shared via Google Classroom. The PDF also pri
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Tell Tale Heart. Adapted Close Read Halloween Fun. Full Unit for ELA ESL Sp. Ed.
This bright, colorful and fun adapted text version of The Tell-Tale Heart makes Poe's classic accessible to a wider variety of readers, including ESL, ENL and Special Ed. The unit includes 5-days of lesson plans, based around an initial and then close read of the text. See preview for details.It is easily set up for DISTANCE LEARNING on TPT Digital, shared via Google Classroom. The PDF also prints out for in class instruction.Unit includes:An illustrated adapted text of The Tell-Tale Heart by Po
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Argument Bell Ringers #2: Claim, Counterargument & Refutation - Writing Prompts
Students practice writing arguments with these bell-ringer handouts that require them to consider evidence for claims, brainstorm counterarguments, and provide possible refutation. This is a second volume with new topics!Each handout starts with an engaging topic for adolescents including some of the following: allowing music in classlearning to codedrug testing student athletesrecycling in schoolslowering the voting agebanning pit bullsregulating artificial intelligencerequiring preschoolbanni
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8th - 12th
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Paired Texts - Henry David Thoreau & Newspaper Article
In this lesson, students read and analyze nonfiction texts: excerpts from Henry David Thoreau’s Walden and an online newspaper article “Tiny House Movement Thrives Amid Real Estate Bust." After close reading the texts, they select a writing activity from a choice board that makes relevant connections.In addition to the printable lesson, this resource may be used for online learning with EASEL by TpT.Students begin by writing a journal about their most essential activities and consider how they
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Real-World Nonfiction Connections Bundle: Thoreau, Douglass & Chopin
Martin Luther King, Jr. Close Reading and Speech Writing Lesson
Make your study of Martin Luther King, Jr. a literacy lesson with a primary source. Students complete a close reading of Dr. King's prophetic speech “I’ve Been to the Mountain Top” and use their reading as inspiration for their own writing. In pre-reading activities, students learn about the context of the speech and define vocabulary. Next, they complete an activity to understand allusions, and then after reading the speech, they analyze its structure using a graphic organizer. They use the sa
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8th - 11th
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Also included in: Bundle: Writing with Mentor Texts - American Authors
Popular Mechanics by Raymond Carver for AP Lit
"Popular Mechanics" is a quick story that demands discussion of language. Raymond Carver's use of pronouns in place of character names leads to great discussions about diction as well as the term antecedent. There are so many levels to the story. It is perfect for discussion of characterization, details, symbolism, structure and pacing. It also lends itself to using Reader Response and Psychological Analysis.You can choose to do this in one day or over the course of three-five class periods. (
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11th - 12th
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Also included in: AP Literature Full Short Story Bundle
Identifying Hooks in Introduction Paragraphs Worksheet
Includes four introduction paragraph examples in which students can practice identifying the hook, and what type of technique was used to write the hook. Great for reinforcing a lesson on the different types of hooks in informational or argumentative writing!
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5th - 12th, Higher Education
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MLA In-Text Citations Instructions, Examples, & Practice - Free Resource
Creating MLA in-text citations for research essays and projects is often a challenging task for high school students. Use this free In-Text Citation instruction, examples, and practice activity to show your students the fundamental process and have them practice to become confident with the skill. No prep.First, there is a sample Work Cited page with different types of bibliographic citations. Following is a practice activity that requires kids to circle the first word of the citation then proce
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9th - 12th
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The War Prayer by Mark Twain for AP Literature
"The War Prayer" is a quick short story that students love to discuss. There are so many levels to the story. It is perfect for discussion of characterization, tone, details and a group as a character. The activities and questions are designed to align with the AP Literature and Composition Short Story Unit II.This product includesfull text of the storytwo-page handout of close reading questionsprose style question (free response question 2) to outlinefull key and student outline modelsexte
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10th - 12th
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Also included in: AP Literature Full Short Story Bundle
The Last Leaf & The Faith Cure Man Central Idea Development
UPDATED JULY 2020: Students often struggle with the idea that a central idea or theme statement should be broad statements that can be applied to multiple texts. Paul Laurence Dunbar's "The Faith Cure Man" and O Henry's "The Last Leaf" are stories that deal with serious illness, family and the role of hope. Although the outcomes of the illnesses in the two stories are different, the overlapping big ideas are similar. Thus, they pair well together to help students see that even if stories ar
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9th - 11th
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Also included in: Central Idea Bundle
High School Argumentative Writing Checklist - PDF and digital!!
Argumentative writing / persuasive writing checklist to help ninth, tenth, eleventh, and twelfth graders through the writing process.Includes:-A PDF version to print and copy-A digital version that can be directly assigned on Google Classroom and completed on a device to support distance learningSupports self-monitoring and self-reflection.Includes student-friendly word bank of linking words.Aligned to 9th grade through 12th grade writing standards.SAVE 50% when you buy the FULL YEAR high school
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9th - 12th
Also included in: High School Writing Checklists FULL YEAR BUNDLE! - PDF or digital
Critical Thinking Activity: Government Social Programs: Lesson, Research, Essay
What are social programs such as universal healthcare, employment insurance, social security or pensions? Do we need them? This critical thinking lesson helps high school students learn about social programs and government or civic spending. It has three parts: 1) The first page handout answers the following questions: What are social programs?Have they always existed?Who administers them?Who pays for them?Why bother?Why are some people opposed?Students can read along and fill in answers in the
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
Analyzing Gender in Song Lyrics | Stations | Discussion | Grade 10 11 12
Explore and Analyze: Gender Representation in MusicDive into the examination of gender representation in music with these comprehensive worksheets. This resource offers a structured exploration of how women, girls, boys, and men are portrayed across 22 pop, rock, and country songs. Each song category is accompanied by thought-provoking questions, fostering critical analysis and stimulating classroom discussions.Highlights:Stations and Song Categories: Organized into 8 stations, each containing a
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Also included in: Analyzing Gender in Literature & Pop Culture | Bundle | Grade 10 11 12
"Lend Me Your Ears" Cold War Speech Analysis: 4 prompts linked to CCSS!
This product was created with the intention of assisting a cross-content unit: it has students analyzing speeches from Cold War Presidents. It can be used for introduction, review, as sub-plans, homework, or extra-credit opportunities! This product includes the following:Bell-ringer & Exit slip prompts and templatesInstructions for use: for the teacherPrintable student handoutsSpeech text PDF4 different Writing prompts all linked to CCSSBoth Active Links & static QR codes for PDF and Pri
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6th - 12th
Tell Tale Heart. Close Read Halloween Fun. Full Unit for ELA.
This bright, colorful and fun unit makes Poe's The Tell-Tale Heart fun! The unit includes 5-days of lesson plans, based around an initial and then close read of the original text. The activities are designed to be fully compatible with my ESL-tiered instruction unit, so please check the preview to make sure they are right for your classroom.It is easily set up for DISTANCE LEARNING on TPT Digital, shared via Google Classroom. The PDF also prints out for in class instruction.Unit includes:A caref
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Prereading article and essay prompt for The Importance of Being Earnest
This assignment gives your students the opportunity to explore the concepts of truth vs. lying prior to reading The Importance of Being Earnest. Students will enjoy (well, at least not hate) reading the article, debating its merits, and writing about it. If you like this product, please follow me: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Sellers-Im-Following/Add/Flee-Ennui Thanks for your support.
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9th - 12th
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"The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas" - writing prompts
"The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas" is a superb short story to analyze due to its ability to help students examine philosophical issues. My students always loved writing about this story and applying its themes to modern life. If you like this product, please follow me: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Sellers-Im-Following/Add/Flee-EnnuiThanks for your support.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Synthesis Activity Pack Plus Bundle
As AP & English/Language Arts teachers, we understand the significance of synthesis as it pertains to the AP exam. Question #1 is daunting, with its multiple sources that students see only on test day. For students, having an understanding of the mechanics of synthesis is important and not just for the tightly timed testing environment. I created this resources to offer up a small steps approach, and small steps equal less overwhelm for students. I've used and refined these activities wi
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10th - 12th
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Reading Response Checklist for High School - PDF and digital!!
Reading response writing checklist to help ninth, tenth, eleventh, and twelfth graders through the text-based argumentative writing process.Includes:-A PDF version to print and copy-A digital version that can be directly assigned on Google Classroom and completed on a device to support distance learningSupports self-monitoring and self-reflection.Includes student-friendly word bank of linking words.Aligned to 9th grade through 12th grade writing standards.SAVE 50% when you buy the FULL YEAR high
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9th - 12th
Also included in: High School Writing Checklists FULL YEAR BUNDLE! - PDF or digital
Prereading Prompts for Frankenstein
These prereading prompts will prepare students for their experience reading Frankenstein. It will be a philosophical and ethical journey for them, and these prompts will get them thinking and reflecting on key themes such as truth, freedom, and dignity. I used to give this assignment as a first graded essay for my honors 12th graders students. It was a good barometer for learning about my students' individual writing strengths and weaknesses.If you like this product, please follow me: https:
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
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Awakening by Chopin - Writing Prompt
This practice prompt will help your students (AP or not) articulate their thoughts about Chopin's work. After writing it, they can have peers review it and give suggestions and commendations.
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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