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10th grade writing-expository handouts for Google Apps
Embedding Quotations – How to Embed Quotes Pre-test, Lecture & Reference Sheet
Weary of students who slap quoted material into their essays without any framing or support? Fix this common mistake made by young writers with these interactive lesson materials.Begin with a “pre-test”/skill assessment of students’ knowledge regarding M.L.A. citation formatting and concrete detail/quote framing. Then, work through the answers to the skill assessment pre-test with a dynamic lecture (30 slides) that uses compelling examples and modern design to hold students’ interest. (Let's be
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8th - 11th
Argument Writing that's Real-World Relevant: Activity Set
Argument writing can get old fast when the format is always the same. But repetition helps so much in getting students to understand how to write literary analysis. So what to do?You want your students to know how to make points, give evidence, and analyze that evidence, but you're sick of the groans when you roll out your newest essay assignment. Students focus on issues like word count and number of quotations instead of becoming better writers, and they barely engage with the feedback process
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7th - 10th
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Real-World Rhetoric Bundle Argument Analysis of Modern Essays, Critical Thinking
What does it take to win an argument? With this bundle of seven real-world rhetorical analysis lessons, students will examine short articles on high-interest topics, identify specific rhetorical tools including ethos, pathos, and logos, and determine whether each writer is ultimately effective in swaying the reader.Each of these real-world rhetoric lessons include:• A full-text copy of a public domain argument essay• A paper-saving handout of short-answer questions• A Google Drive version of the
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Rhetorical Analysis of Ted Talks Worksheets - Persuasion & Ted Talk Activities
These no-prep TED talk worksheets encourage rhetorical analysis and critical thinking about nonfiction texts! Whether you use these TED talks as a part of an rhetorical analysis and argumentative essay unit, a stand-alone lesson, or a reading and discussion resource, this resource is sure to engage learners while holding them to high expectations! I created this resource for my English 10 students who LOVE all things visual and technology-based. This activity builds nonfiction reading, analysis
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8th - 11th
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Introductions are like Free Samples (DISTANCE LEARNING): Lesson for ANY Essay!
Now includes Google, PDF, *and* Office versions! Introduction paragraphs are like free samples of food – it’s your one chance to grab a customer (reader) and convince them to “buy in” and keep reading. This lesson teaches students that it’s important to not just have a great hook, but make the entire paragraph clear and compelling so that readers get an accurate, engaging preview of what will be discussed. This lesson (PDF, Google Slides, and editable PPT files), applicable for argumentative OR
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6th - 10th
Year of Bell Ringers: Motivational Monday Quotes Prompts Expansion Pack #1
Mondays are hard for students and teachers alike. Ease into the period with an inspirational quote and thought-provoking writing prompts. The quotes I used are meaningful and relevant to students; many of my students said they looked forward to reading and writing about the prompts each Monday. And the best part? They promote a positive growth mindset that is reinforced each week and all week long. This pack is an expansion pack to my first resource; however, it can be used alone or with the oth
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Writing Resources Bundle Argument Expository Narrative Journalism
How to Write a Thesis Statement Exercise | Printable | Digital | Easel
Thesis statement writing is easy once you know how. One of the most difficult aspects of writing essays about literature is getting started. So often, students will just sit and stare at their blank sheets of paper because they do not know how to begin. This resource will help students develop a thesis statement and is perfect for distance learning.If given enough practice writing thesis statements, students will be confident about how to begin their essays and will have a head start on organizi
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Evidence is like Seasoning (DISTANCE LEARNING): Lesson for ANY Essay!
Now includes Google, PDF, *and* Office versions! Evidence in a paragraph is like a well-seasoned meal: it’s more exciting, appeals more to the consumer, and fully finishes the meal. Use this easy simile to teach your students why essays NEED evidence. This handout can be used as a full 45-minute lesson, an activity for a mini-lesson, or a writer’s workshop tool just to differentiate for the students who need it. This handout (PDF, Google Slides, and editable PPT files), applicable to argumentati
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6th - 10th
Paragraph of the Week, DIGITAL & PDF Versions
Are you looking to improve your students' writing on a weekly basis? This Paragraph of the Week product is perfect to have your students improve their writing techniques, elaboration, and other writing skills. The purpose of this product is to make your students into more proficient writers through practice and repetition. This product was constructed with the thought of backward design--What do we want these students to be able to accomplish at the end of these units? The answer: We want our
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Writing Bundle-Essay, Argument, Creative and Informational Writing
Writing a Personal Narrative Essay - Distance Learning Compatible
In a personal narrative essay, a writer shares his or her thoughts and feelings about an event in his or her past with an audience. In this pack, students will move through the writing process to compose a personal narrative essay.The pack includes a step-by-step process, brainstorm/planing page, peer edit checklist, suggested marking rubric, and example essay.UPDATE: This includes both a printable PDF version and a digital version using Google Slides.See also my Writing a Persuasive Essay pack
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7th - 12th
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Advanced Argument Writing Unit: Counterargument, Voice, Sources, and more
Writing a quality argument is a creative process, but it can be hard when kids are spread across different levels. Some of your students leave their quotations hanging with no analysis, while others are ready for counterargument and bringing more of their voice into their writing - so what are you supposed to do?With this advanced argument unit, meet kids where they are. Through varied graphic organizers, mini-lessons, writing prompts, and argument hexagonal thinking, you can guide your students
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9th - 12th
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Teaching Diversity in the Classroom TED Talk Activity for High School English
Use this engaging 21st century TED talk activity and handouts to get students thinking about diversity in society by focusing on multiple perspectives given by societal "outsiders." This activity builds character and empathy and is great for teaching diversity in the classroom.This Bundle Includes:★TED Talk Inquiry, Listening, Synthesis Activity focused on Diversity in Society so that you can give students choice and use inquiry-based learning while targeting core ELA standards!★TED Talk Questio
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8th - 11th
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Writing Transition Word Bank Digital Interactive Notebook DINB
Looking for a resource to give to students to get them to use other transition phrases besides first, second, and third? This Transition Word bank includes words and phrases for:FirstSecondThird/LastConclusionTransitions of LogicPerfect for transitioning between thoughts within a paragraph or a multi-paragraph essay. Pairs well with my CER-Con graphic organizer. DINB is created in Google Slides and is editable for your needs. Buy an individual license or add multiple licenses to use across your
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5th - 12th
Paragraph Writing Template - Practice w/ Claims & Evidence Middle & High School
Do you need a surefire strategy to help your middle and high school emerging writers become proficient writers? Would you like to give your students a paragraph writing strategy they can use for multiple essay types and writing occasions? If your students are struggling to support claims with textual evidence, this secondary writing resource is for you.Transition your students with an approach to writing appropriate for secondary students that can be used as a paragraph writing strategy for:Resp
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7th - 10th
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Hexagonal Thinking for Argument Writing Activity
Hexagonal thinking is a creative way to make connections between ideas - perfect for helping kids get their thoughts in order before writing an argument paper. In this curriculum set, you'll find:Clear teacher and students instructions to make things easyTemplates with categories like thesis, main ideas, evidence, counterargument and moreA fun example to share, featuring the thesis "unicorns are real"A helpful organizer to guide students in taking their connection map of hexagons and turning it
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7th - 10th
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Paragraph Writing for High School
Similar to paragraph of the week but a bit more mature - no cutesy clipart or elementary-looking fonts. Great for high school students who need more practice with the basics of paragraph writing. You must have a Google Drive / Gmail account to view/edit. See the preview for more detailed information about this product!
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7th - 12th
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Constructed Response | Claim, Evidence, Explain, Reason | ELA writing lessons
Where do you start when trying to teach writing? Start with the constructed response!In our middle school, we aligned the writing that science does for NGSS, which is claim, evidence, reason (CER), with one that would work in English. We follow similar formats, except that we built in a part where students explain the evidence that they’ve chosen to include. We call it CEER. While similar to RACES or ACES, we found that it was helpful to have a common writing verbiage across campus. This was, st
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5th - 10th
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MLA Lesson | MLA Format & Citations Slideshow
This original, creative, slideshow lesson teaches middle and high school learners all about MLA Formatting and rules for citations. It is perfect for most English, literacy, ESL, and social sciences course and other writing or communication units! The lesson works as -----a standalone lesson on MLA (formatting and citations generation) for multiple ages and grades/subjectsa visual prompt for the classroom about MLA formatting and citations a precursor to the Google Form Auto-Graded Quiz on MLA a
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7th - 12th
Also included in: MLA Format BUNDLE | Slides Lesson & Auto-Graded Forms Quiz /17 Package
Rhetorical Analysis Gettysburg Address Paired Speeches ESL Support templates
Studying rhetoric not only enhances communication skills but also fosters critical thinking, persuasion abilities, and social awareness, making it a valuable pursuit in both academic and practical contexts.In this set of resources students read the classic Gettysburg Address as well as two paired speeches. One from Mohammed Ali on his opposition and response to refusing the draft as well the the fictionalized (but based on true events) Gettysburg speech from Disney’s Remember the Titans. Student
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9th - 12th
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Review Critic Writing: Students practice writing on high interest topics!
Do you struggle with getting students to write? Need to address Informational + Argumentative writing standards? Or have to practice showing not telling details in their drafts?This mini-unit asks students to review content that they find to be interesting!From Video/Online Games, Musical Albums, Products and more. Students practice voicing their opinions and sharing their interests via writing skill. This document includes access to: ✨ Practice Template for Review Writing✨Mentor Texts written b
Grades:
7th - 10th
Short Article Report for School Newspaper/Yearbook
Are you an English teacher? Yearbook teacher? A school newspaper supervisor? This Short Article Report activity sheet will provide an easy no-prep assignment to help your students write a short journal article. The assignment features helpful writing tips, a colorful, easy to follow-page layout, and an area for your student journalists to share pictures to supplement their work. Your purchase includes a Google Classroom-ready assignment, full-color copy, and black and white copy.
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6th - 11th
The Story Behind Your Name (personal narrative writing)
Students explore the meaning of their name in a personal narrative. Three media connections are included that you can use to introduce the subject and galvanize student curiosity: audio, video, and an example anchor text.
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9th - 12th
Persuasive / Informational Essay Outline (DIGITAL & PRINT) - for any essay
Five-paragraph essays tend to be the cornerstone of any high school English class, and I have found that my students benefit from having access to graphic organizers. I created this outline to support my students in organizing their thoughts before writing rough drafts of their essays. This outline consists of a graphic organizer for an introduction paragraph, three body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Students will write:hookthesisthree body paragraphs using CERconclusiontransitional phrasesA hoo
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7th - 12th
Digital 55-Word Story Activity
Teach the art of storytelling to middle and high school students by using 55-word stories! Using three mentor text examples, students examine how 55-word stories are packed with sensory language, literary devices, and figurative language, then create their own 55-word story in the space provided on this one page handout. NOTE: Although product is in a digital format, users can also print and distribute paper copies. This resource includes: ✏ A simple, easy-to-follow one-page handout ✏ Stude
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5th - 12th
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