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Writing-essays Common Core W.8.1a homework
Writing Claim & Counterclaim Practice
This is a simple way for students to practice writing a claim and counterclaim about a given prompt. Students are given questions and must choose a side by writing a claim. Then, the identify the opposing view and write a counterclaim. There is an example completed for them.
This would make a great warm-up, sub plan, or homework assignment after the idea is introduced. It would also be good as a quick review or a partner activity to get students to collaborate and discuss ideas.
I used this pr
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6th - 8th
Also included in:Â Argument Essay Practice Discount Bundle
Argument Essay Practice Discount Bundle
This is a bundle of five products designed to help students practice the necessary skills for writing an argument essay. You save 20% by buying these items as a bundle!
It is based on Common Core Writing Standard 1 sub-standards a-e. There is an activity tailored to each standard, including:
*Writing a claim/counterclaim
*Choosing relevant and credible evidence
*Using effective vocabulary for claims, reasons, evidence, and rebuttals
*Establishing and maintaining a formal style
*Writing a concl
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6th - 12th
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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Essay Development For High School
Unlock the secrets to crafting compelling and well-developed essays with this comprehensive unit designed for 8th-grade through high school students. Whether your students are beginners or seasoned writers, this resource provides a structured approach to essay development that will elevate their writing skills to new heights.This unit covers every aspect of essay writing, from understanding essay terminology to producing polished final drafts. Students will learn how to generate strong thesis st
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Essay Writing Bundle For High School
WRITING THESIS STATEMENTS: PRACTICE WORKSHEET
The following worksheet is a guide to writing thesis statements. It explains what a thesis statement is, its purpose, and how to go about writing one by using a formula. It contains 8 practice questions, 2 of which ask students to create their own thesis statements for a mock informative and argumentative essay. This is a great resource for: Introducing thesis statementsReteach thesis statementsCFU (check for understanding)Independent workSub plansHomeworkSupplemental practiceDrafting and beginn
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7th - 9th
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Narrative Essay Graphic Organizer Writing Template
Narrative Essay Graphic Organizer Worksheets :Includes 4 pages:* Graphic Organizer outline (2 pages)* Final Draft with college-rule lines (2 pages)Print these pages front/back for easy handouts! ** Be sure to visit my store for many comprehension packets, and other activity worksheets! My packets strive for inclusion of all students. I provide lined paper, a choice of comprehension, simple activities, and answer sheets. I also take requests!https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Teaching-Incl
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2nd - 8th
Argument Writing Prompt - School Dress Codes - 2 Articles Included
This is a practice argument writing prompt on the topic of cell phones in school. The file contains a prompt as well as two unique articles with information on the topic.
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Argument Writing - 5 Prompts & 10 Articles
Shakespeare: The Tempest Essay Questions - Comprehension & Writing
Essay Questions. No prep! Ten substantial essay questions to support in-depth comprehension of the play.So your students have made it to the end of the play? Phew! Congratulations to them but even more so to you for giving them the chance to study and enjoy this wonderful literary work.Now is the time for you to relax and let them showcase their learning with the ten final essay questions, each carefully crafted to cover a different aspect of Shakespeare's genius.It is up to you whether you c
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9th - 12th
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88 The Lightning Thief Chapter-by-Chapter Writing Prompts
The Lightning Thief Chapter-by-Chapter Writing Prompts (88 total). These are perfect for 6, 7, & 8 grade-level writing prompts with at least 3 writing prompts per chapter. The Lightning Thief Chapter-by-Chapter Writing Prompts range from the summary, compare & contrast, research, and personal connection writing practice.Chapter-by-Chapter writing promptsSummarization WritingResearch WritingInformational WritingOpinion WritingExpository WritingCompare & Contrast WritingPersonal Connec
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6th - 9th
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Create a Thesis Statement from Claims
This worksheet is a perfect opportunity for students to practice writing thesis statements before they write one for their own argumentative essay. After completing this practice sheet, I ask students to do the same exercise with the three claims they've made about their chosen topic for their argumentative paper. Students use their thesis statement in their introduction paragraph and the re-written thesis statement in their conclusion. I've also had great success with students completing this w
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9th - 12th
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24 Writing Prompts Inspired by Taylor Swift's album Fearless, bellringers, HW
Included: 24 writing prompts for your students, great for grades 7-12, inspired by Taylor's Swift's album Fearless.Get your students' creative juices flowing. These prompts will get them thinking more than any other writing prompts you've worked with. They pose questions that invite you to think deeply about yourself.THE DESCRIPTION BELOW APPLIES TO THE ENTIRE COLLECTION OF TAYLOR SWIFT WRITING PROMPTS, WHICH CAN BE PURCHASED AS A SET OF 99:Pop Prompts For Swifties uses the songs of Taylor Swift
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Not Grade Specific
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4-10th Grade Essay Prompts (Spongebob, Minecraft, Among Us, Poetry)
Hey there teachers, these past few years have been super stressful so I'd like to bring to you a bundle of things that have been a huge hit with my 4-10th graders! Take it easy and let this packet put hours of lesson planning to an end! It is an easy to read and a well-thought out packet that students can even guide themselves with! With being named part of the Top Ten Tutors of Tutors.com in the year 2020, we have helped hundreds of students gain confidence in the classroom! With so much impro
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4th - 10th
17 Writing Prompts Inspired by Taylor Swift's album SPEAK NOW, bellringers, HW
Included: 17 writing prompts for your students, great for grades 7-12, inspired by Taylor's Swift's album Speak Now. Get your students' creative juices flowing. These prompts will get them thinking more than any other writing prompts you've worked with. They pose questions that invite you to think deeply about yourself.THE DESCRIPTION BELOW APPLIES TO THE ENTIRE COLLECTION OF TAYLOR SWIFT WRITING PROMPTS, WHICH CAN BE PURCHASED AS A SET OF 99:Pop Prompts For Swifties uses the songs of Taylor Swi
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Not Grade Specific
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Compare and Contrast: Poetry (Frost and Giovanni)
This worksheet has students compare and contrast Robert Frost's poem "The Road Less Traveled" and Nikki Giovanni's poem "Choices." It then provides an outline for students to write a comparative essay about the two poems.
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8th - 12th
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5 Prewriting Templates
These writing templates help students of various ages organize their ideas for writing assignments. The templates provided cover the following writing types:* Narrative essays* Descriptive essays* Expository essays* Persuasive essays* Short storiesThey divide writing projects into sections as well as individual elements and details that need to be included. I hope you enjoy!
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5th - 12th
Also included in:Â Writing Bundle
Counterclaim Practice FSA Writing Argumentative
A double-sided worksheet that provides students an opportunity to practice counterclaim writing during your FSA argumentative essay unit. Both sides include an FSA-style sample argumentative 5-paragraph essay with the counterclaim replaced by blank lines for students to write their own. Students are to read the essay, then write a counterclaim paragraph in the blank lines. Evidence is provided so that students can also practice integrating evidence into their counterclaim (note: articles are not
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7th - 10th
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Also included in:Â FSA Writing Preparation
World War I: The Battle of the Air Passage and Essay Response
This packet begins with some notes which include ways you can extend and enrich learning about the Battle of the Air in World War I. Then follows a five page passage about the Battle of the Air in World War I. This is followed by eight comprehension questions and then directions for writing a short essay. There are two graphic organizers to allow student to gather and organize their ideas before writing the essay on the provided lined and bordered pages. There is an answer key and this is writte
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6th - 9th
10 Nonfiction Essay Writing Prompts
These writing prompts are created to be versatile among many age groups, asking broad questions for which teachers can adjust requirements based on student level. These prompts are diverse and presented on a lined page for students to write on.They cover the four major types of essays:2 Narrative Prompts2 Descriptive Prompts3 Expository Prompts3 Persuasive PromptsSome prompts require a small amount of research, but most can be done with or without the use of outside sources, making this perfect
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5th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Writing Bundle
Writing Bundle
This bundle is appropriate for students from a variety of grades who are creating multi-paragraph pieces of writing. These can be used as handouts, in-class work, or homework.The bundle includes: 10 creative writing prompts for short stories, fictional essays, and poetry10 nonfiction essay writing prompts for narrative, descriptive, expository, and persuasive essays5 writing templates for the four main types of essays plus short stories
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5th - 12th
Romeo and Juliet: Literary Analysis
This resource includes: The essay writing prompt A graphic organizer to complete before the outline An outline A student sample essayA rubricThe focus of this essay will be how to use and analyze evidence. This should be completed at the conclusion of Romeo and Juliet. The initial prompt of this assignment is who is to blame for the deaths of Romeo and Juliet?
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â ROMEO AND JULIET: RESOURCE BUNDLE
25 Journal Entry Prompts on People for Middle Schoolers
This list of journal topics on people can also be used for lower and upper level students.
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4th - 12th
Argument Writing (Persuasive Essay) Follow-Up Assignment
This creative assignment is meant to be used as a follow-up to argument writing, otherwise known as the persuasive essay. While my students were writing their persuasive essays, I realized that many of them had grown so passionate about their positions, they were losing the ability to see the other side of the issue. This activity gives them to research the opposing viewpoint, therefore gaining a more comprehensive understanding of the big picture. This critical thinking activity aligns perfe
How to Write an Expository Essay
Our digital curriculum provides a comprehensive and user-friendly approach to teaching expository essays. With our curriculum, you can easily guide your students through the entire writing process, from brainstorming to drafting to revising and polishing their work.Our curriculum offers a more cost-effective solution compared to traditional textbooks or other online resources. By purchasing our digital curriculum, you can save money while still providing your students with a high-quality educati
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â 5 Essential Essays for Middle School and High School
Great paragraphs- basics and more. Distance learning guide grades 8-10 + ESL
This guide is a virtual teacher sitting beside each student helping them write!This is complete paragraph guide puts your student into a teacher's mind as they write a paragraph. It is thorough, easy, and has a light-hearted tone.Includes:Readings with highlights for easy comprehensionStep by step instructionsShort assignmentsExamples A complete paragraph assignmentAnswer keyParagraph Rubric for peer markingThis is so simple and takes little time to prepare. You simply:Give students their copie
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8th - 10th, Adult Education
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