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Higher education informational text handout pdfs
Real World Rhetoric #4 Daylight Saving Time Debate, Argument & Critical Thinking
What does it take to win an argument? With these real-world rhetorical analysis materials, students will examine two essays (one in favor of Daylight Saving Time and one in favor of Standard Time), think about the debate tools used by each writer, and determine which writer is ultimately more effective in swaying the reader. This 10-page download includes:• A full-text copy of two public domain argument essays discussing the debate to end Daylight Saving Time in the U.S.• A paper-saving handout
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Latin Music: Mariachi, Salsa, Flamenco, Tango, Cueca (English Version)
This 3-page file includes:~A 1.5 page reading that discusses the culture and history of five Latin dance styles: Mariachi, Salsa, Flamenco, Tango and Cueca. The reading also includes some Spanish vocabulary in a glossary up top and 15 true/false readings comprehension questions. ~Answer key. Note: This reading is in English and is ideal for beginner Spanish students, as a Sub Plan or for hispanic heritage! I also offer similar readings in Spanish in my store.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Hispanic Culture Bundle: TOP 5 Readings at 30% off! (English Version)
APA Parenthetical Citation Guide Student Handout
APA formatting is one of the most difficult citation formats that students need to learn. This two page handout will guide your students with correctly formatting their parenthetical citations in APA format in the 5 most basic situations that could arise.
Direct quotes from current nonfiction texts are used as examples under each of the basic situations that may arise including:
*Stating the authors name in the sentence starter
*Stating the authors name in the parenthetical citation
*Two auth
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: APA Parenthetical Citations BUNDLE
Credible Reliable Sources Online Handout Notebook Poster
This is a single page file that reminds and reviews credible and reliable online sources for student reference on research projects.
The page includes:
Definitions of primary and secondary sources
How to "ICE" a quote: Introduce, Cite, and Explain
Websites to NEVER EVER USE (Wikipedia, blogging and opinion-based sites)
Website that are good, better, and best including the domains (.com, .org, .net, .gov, .edu)
Use this handout to blow up as a poster, print for students to keep in a folder
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Response) Graphic Organizer
The C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Response) Graphic Organizer has been designed to help students organize their claim and use evidence to support their beliefs while fully supporting their claim. Simple, but highly useful! Included in the purchase are: C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Response) Graphic Organizer
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Expository, Non-Fiction Lesson on Modern Issues: King of Camouflage
The Common Core has a much-greater focus on non-fiction, informational texts in the English/Language Arts classroom. It’s time to start adding more real-world articles and materials to our literary canon. In this easy-to-deliver non-fiction activity, students will read an article by journalist Bruce Barcott (link included) and complete a series of deep-thinking questions. Afterward, students will definitely have personal opinions to share about this “Let’s Get Real” classroom activity.When your
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Expository, Non-Fiction Lesson on Modern Issues: Benefits of Slacking Off?
The Common Core has a much-greater focus on non-fiction, informational texts in the English/Language Arts classroom. It’s time to start adding more real-world articles and materials to our literary canon. In this easy-to-deliver narrative non-fiction activity, students will read an article by New York Times acclaimed columnist Tim Kreider (link included) and complete a series of deep-thinking questions. Afterward, students will definitely have personal anecdotes and opinions to share about this
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Hybrid Socratic Seminar - Print and Editable Digital Worksheets + Resources
Step into the future of classroom discussions with our Hybrid Socratic Seminar! Say goodbye to passive observation and hello to total student engagement! In this innovative approach, your classroom transforms into a dynamic space where TWO discussions run simultaneously: one in person and one online.**To dive into this exciting resource, your classroom needs access to 1-to-1 technology.**Here’s what you’ll get:✅ A comprehensive 9-page teacher guide packed with detailed instructions, helpful scre
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
September 11th 9/11 The Man in the Red Bandana
September 11th was a tragic day in the history of our country. While it is a sensitive topic, it is one that can still be covered delicately. I choose to educate my students about 9/11 by focusing on the story of Welles Crowther, a former Boston College Lacrosse player and Junior Firefighter turned Equities Trader in NYC. Welles was dubbed "The Man in the Red Bandana" because he used his red bandana to cover his face as he helped many victims of 9/11. I have provided a lesson plan, documentary q
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: September 11th 9/11 Bundle
Argument Structure Overview
This one-page handout breaks down the three major argument structures: Classical, Toulmin and Rogerian. Each element of the argument structure offers a brief description for student reference. This is helpful when students are first learning about the three major arguments and as quick reference later on.Print this out on brightly colored paper and slip it into a plastic sheet protector. Students can snap it into their binder and find it easily when necessary.Hope this is helpful!~Dawn
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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CSR "Get the Gist" to find the Maid Idea (graphic organizer, bookmarks & MORE!)
This resource...~A supplement to Collaborative Strategic Reading "Get the Gist" strategy~A very simple, easy-to-use supplement to find the Main Idea of a text!~Use a means of explicit instruction, self-guided instruction, a scaffold, etc.~inclusive- visuals, color coding, sentence stems, etcIncludes: anchor chartbookmarksgraphic organizer **lesson sequence for introducing the concept ---Tips for use:print, cut, and laminate. Distribute bookmarks to students for them to use as a guide for finding
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: Collaborative Strategic Reading (CSR) resource bundle
CLOSE READING - NON-FICTION PASSAGES
Students love to read and hear about unexplained things.They love to discuss them. This product contains passages on five different topics: Stonehenge, The Bermuda Triangle, Atlantis, The Loch Ness Monster, The Mary Celeste. For each topic there are: - 3 texts marked A,B,C. Students can read all the texts or they can read them as a group - each has a different text and then discuss what their text was about. - 10 comprehension questions for each set of texts- creative writing assignment for each
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Class Debate Prep
This product will assist your students in ensuring complete preparation for their debates. These sheet can be used for any topic, so you can reuse these over and over again.Product Includes:- Debate Prep Sheet (tells them what to research)- Debate Organization (how the speech should be conducted)- Debate Rubric- Discussion Tracker (with teacher explanation)Also check out my Speech Class Materials product for 17 units of speech related topics!
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Rhetorical Situation Visual Notes
SOAPStone is a mnemonic device used to help students remember the aspects of the rhetorical situation. It stands for Subject, Occasion, Audience, Purpose, Speaker, and Tone. This SOAPStone guide provides an extra way for students to remember the aspects of the rhetorical situation with visuals.The visual guide can be used for any text. Students can use it individually as a SOAPStone analysis, as a whole class discussion for a specified text, or as direct instruction by the teacher. The best part
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Richard Wright Author Study Biography Worksheet, Native Son, PDF & Google Drive
Skip the typical Richard Wright introduction lecture as you launch a study of Native Son, Black Boy, or any of Wright’s other works and, instead, empower students to find their own interesting facts about this author’s life with this “Author Bio” print/post-and-teach activity.This single-page worksheet (includes printable PDF and Google Drive versions) is a powerful research organizer that’ll get students digging deep into Wright’s background.Please note: This download does NOT include a specifi
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Memoir Independent Reading Project
Challenge your students with real-world mentor textsWith the push to incorporate more non-fiction texts and to improve the way students respond to writing prompts it is imperative that we find real world examples of non-fiction texts to engage them. By letting them choose topics that interest them and then analyzing the techniques used by the authors we can effectively bolster our students’ reading comprehension and writing skills simultaneously. Use the included sheets to help your students ex
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Life Cycle of Stars- Article, Questions, Wordsearch, and Hidden Message!
Learn all about the stellar life cycle with this engaging and versatile activity. This worksheet is perfect for any lesson on stars and can serve as independent work, homework, or as a resource for a day with the substitute! Examine nebula, supernovas, neutron stars, and black holes with this article, set of questions, word search, and hidden message! Teacher's guide included. Don't forget to check out my other materials! Enjoy!
Reel Life Haunted Houses - Spooky Halloween Creative Writing
Shadowy figures, creaking doorways, and bumps in the night! Ghost stories have provided spine-tingling entertainment for centuries, but the best and most terrifying tales are those based on true events. In the last hundred years, many horror films have taken inspiration from real-life paranormal occurrences. This resource reveals the bone-chilling details in the history of five real-life haunted houses, and the famous films that shared their spooky stories on the big screen.Resource Includes: Te
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in: Spooky Season Bundle - Halloween Creative Writing
Choice Board, Non-Fiction & Informational Text Activities, FREE Worksheet CCSS
This FREE student choice board works with any informational text article or non-fiction book study. Once students have finished reading an assigned article or chapter of a non-fiction text, use this choice board handout to increase student motivation as they meaningfully reflect on their reading.The choice board worksheet was designed for English/language arts students in grades 7 through 12.Want more dynamic lesson materials designed to engage your teens?Click here for a 5-pack of Listen &
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7th - 11th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Brain Inventory: Which Side Do You Use Most?
Brain Inventory: Which Side Do You Use Most? This one-page hand-out explains the different sides of the brain (left, right) and the types of thinking done by each side. It includes a checklist to allow learners to determine which side they use more, as well as a quick tip on how to develop one side more. Great for high school, homeschool, college, adult education.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Rhetorical Triangle
This student handout explains the parts of Aristotle's rhetorical triangle and asks questions to get students to be more insightful in analysis or personal writing.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
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Teach Bias Through a Teacher-Created Fake News Article
What better way to teach bias than to have students become biased themselves? Although this article is heavily biased and fake, it is strikingly believable and created by myself. The article is about a group of protesting students called Defy. After reading the article, your students will become negatively biased towards this group of protesters. Then, inform students that the article is 100% made up and everything they just read is untrue! This will not only reveal their own bias, but, as the
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Pragmatics, Social Possibilities packet 7
Packet 7 includes 5 social lessons that focus on how to appropriately deal with arguments, annoying behaviors of others, self-monitoring boredom, and jumping to conclusions. Each lesson includes inferences, body-language, nonliteral language, problem solving, and long-term planning.
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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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The Cures of the Mummy - by Joyce Hannam
This is a high quality Activity Packet for the Oxford Reader - "The Curse of the Mummy." This is a public domain book available...for free on Internet Archive... This is a great book for elementary students - for history class, for ESL students.. and for beginning ESL students at the HS or College levels... and for homeschool students. This is a great book - for ESL/ELA and for history class - if you are teaching a lesson on Egypt/Egyptian Pyramids/King Tut... The packet is 38 pages and cont
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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