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Middle school english language arts independent work packet pdfs
RACE Strategy Practice Worksheets Writing Passages & Prompts Text Evidence
RACE Writing Strategy is a structure to help students answer passage-based, short response questions in a formal style, with using clear reasons and text evidence, and to provide concluding statements. This Download Contains:PRINTStudent resource introducing the RACE strategyExample passage and RACE response for easy modeling10 ready to use passages and short response questionsSuggested answers for each passage and grading guideDIGITALReady-to-use Easel activityClick on the preview for a closer
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4th - 6th
Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions + RACE Strategy Practice Worksheets
These 10 high-interest passages are paired with reading comprehension questions and short response questions for students to practice multiple comprehension skills AND writing with the RACE writing strategy. This resource is perfect for test-prep, special education and progress monitoring, differentiating, and scaffolding for struggling readers. Passages range between reading levels of 4-6th grade, making them perfect for groups of students with a wide range of reading levels. Comprehension skil
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4th - 6th
Also included in:Â Reading Comprehension Passages and Multiple Choice Questions RACE Bundle 4-6
Prefixes Suffixes Roots Worksheets Morphology Activities plus Google Digital
Prefixes, Suffixes, and Roots are essential for vocabulary growth, and these worksheets are perfect to have students practice prefix, suffix, and root problems.WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:40 WorksheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:120 Google Slides"Worksheet Style" Google SlidesSelf-Grading Prefix & Suffix Quick Quizzes (Google Forms)Easel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintSelf-Checking or Short AnswerMany Different Levels of WorksheetsGreat for 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade! CHECK OUT THE PRE
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3rd - 6th
Poetry Unit - 21 Patterns that are perfect for writing poems - Digital or Print
This poetry unit is an all-encompassing, no-prep writing unit designed to help students work on their poetry writing skills! This works wonderfully for poetry month or any time of the year!WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:33 Poetry Activity PagesDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintMany Different Poem Types to Choose FromPoetry Project Choice Grid2 Pages of Ideas to Extend the ActivityPoetry Reflection QuestionsGreat for 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, or 7th grade!CHECK OUT TH
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3rd - 6th
Book Report Projects for Any Book Student Instructions Rubrics & Digital Options
Try these 15 creative book projects to spice up your reading program. These book project worksheets include everything you need for a comprehensive reading unit!WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:15 Creative Book ProjectsDIGITAL:Google Slides (no outside materials needed!)Video InstructionsDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintVideo Instructions Self-Checking or Short AnswerMultiple versions of the recording sheet includedGreat for 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE A LOT MORE! Th
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3rd - 6th
RACE Strategy Practice Worksheets BUNDLE of 40 RACE Passages and Writing Prompts
These 40 RACE Strategy Practice Worksheets are the perfect way to reinforce paragraph writing with evidence from the text. RACE is a writing strategy to help students answer passage-based, short response questions in a formal style, with using clear reasons and evidence from the text, and to provide concluding statements. These informational texts are quick, easy reads, so that your students can focus on writing. Do you have a wide range of readers? This bundle combines four of best-selling prod
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4th - 8th
RACE Strategy Practice Worksheets : 10 RACE Writing Prompts Text Evidence
This product contains 10 ready-to-use passages and short response questions to guide students through the use of the RACE strategy for text evidence. RACE is a writing strategy to help students answer passage-based, short response questions in a formal style, with using clear reasons and text evidence, and to provide concluding statements. This Download Contains:PRINTStudent resource introducing the RACE strategyExample passage and RACE response10 passages and short response questionssuggested a
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6th - 8th
Following Directions Puzzles Beginning or End of Year Activity with Easel
Following directions puzzles are a fun way to teach critical thinking. Great for back to school at the beginning of the year or at the end of the year as standardized test preparation. Five challenging puzzles that gifted and talented students enjoy, too! In the first puzzle, cross words off a table according to the directions provided to reveal an inspirational quote about life. In the next puzzle, follow directions to travel the world to catch a thief. In the third puzzle, rearrange letters to
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6th - 8th
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Differentiated Fun ELA Activities : Color by Number Figurative Language & more
These color by number puzzles are a great way to differentiate and reinforce ELA skills: Parts of Speech, Point of View, Literary Terms, Figurative Language, and Sentence Types. These fun activities can be used as review stations, test prep, homework, or substitute lesson plans. Each skill comes with two puzzles—one original puzzle and one challenge puzzle. The original puzzle has 45 spaces to color and fewer questions. The challenge puzzle has 65 spaces to color and more questions, as well as m
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5th - 8th
Also included in:Â ELA Color by Number Activities Bundle | Figurative Language & more!
ESL Newcomer Activities Pack Mega Bundle Print & Google Drive
Empower newcomer English Language Learners through our comprehensive collection of activities. Our worksheets, graphic organizers, and study guides are designed to cater specifically to teen and tween English language learners, boosting their language proficiency and confidence. From grammar exercises to interactive tasks, our resources ensure a seamless and enjoyable learning journey for all ESL students.This is a bundle of my popular Newcomer Pack 1 and Newcomer Pack 2. Purchase the bundle a
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
Cursive Handwriting Practice SET 1
This cursive handwriting pack is intended to enhance cursive instruction in a fun and meaningful way. Each sheet has an interesting content area question (Math, Science, Social Studies, Language Arts), a traceable answer to the question, some pictures and additional traceable vocabulary words and a space for students to copy the answer using cursive. PLEASE NOTE: These worksheets are not geared to beginners, the sets suit students that ALREADY know how to form all the letters and just need to ha
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2nd - 6th
Also included in:Â Cursive Handwriting Practice BUNDLE
ELA Worksheets Language Arts Review 25 Language Arts Worksheets Test Prep Pages
These ELA NO-PREP Language Arts worksheets are the perfect all-inclusive ELA Review for warm-ups, homework, test prep, or just extra practice.WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:25 worksheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintMany Different Worksheets!Great for 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE A LOT MORE!This resource is part of a money-saving bundle!This bundle includes these resources:Figurative Language WorksheetsPrefixes, Suffi
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3rd - 6th
Sub Plans Middle School ELA Emergency Substitute Lesson Plans 6th grade 7th 8th
Need sub plans for middle school ELA? These 20 no-prep assignments are ready to print and use. They will keep your kids focused and engaged while you're away. All activities have clear instructions and an answer key is provided. Any sub will easily be able to implement them! Mix and match the activities to use for multiple days. This Download Contains: PRINT:Text Structure worksheetsGrammar worksheet: possessive nounsPoetry Analysis activity3 Vocabulary Context Clue assignmentsColor by Number: S
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6th - 8th
Dictionary Skills Worksheets No Prep Print or Digital Google Slides and Easel
Here are 20 no-prep dictionary skills worksheets (or Google Slides) to help your students learn how to use the reference tool effectively. Some of them focus on specific skills and can stand alone, while others require the use of a dictionary.WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:20 WorksheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel ActivityDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintMany Different WorksheetsGreat for 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, or 7th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE A LOT MORE! This resource is part o
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3rd - 7th
ELA Emergency Sub Plans Binder 4th 5th grade 6th Substitute Lesson Plans
Need ELA emergency sub plans? These 20 no-prep assignments are ready to print and use. They will keep your kids focused and engaged while you're away. All activities have clear instructions and an answer key is provided. Mix and match the activities to use for multiple days. Created for grades 4-6. This Download Contains: PRINTLiterary terms worksheetGrammar worksheet: their, there, and they're 3 vocabulary context clue assignments3 Aesop's fables worksheets3 reading comprehension worksheets3 co
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4th - 6th
Secret Stories® Phonics Coloring, Drawing & Word Collecting Book for Reading
NOTE: This product does NOT include the Secret Stories® Class Kit (w/phonics posters, book and music download) OR the editable Secretables™ Digital Stickers (which have been pre-embedded into the product pages in pdf format to help students decode the phonics sounds). Learn more about Secret Stories® and download FREE RESOURCES in the Secret Facebook Group Files! ABOUT THIS PRODUCT:Start a SECRET Coloring and Word Collection Book! Encourage students to look for and “collect” words that they can
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K - 6th
Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions + RACE Strategy Practice Worksheets
These 10 high-interest passages are paired with reading comprehension questions and short response questions for students to practice multiple comprehension skills AND writing with the RACE writing strategy. This resource is perfect for test-prep, special education and progress monitoring, differentiating, and scaffolding for struggling readers. Passages range between reading levels of 6-8th grade, making them perfect for groups of students with a wide range of reading levels. Comprehension ski
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6th - 8th
Also included in:Â Reading Comprehension Passages and Multiple Choice Questions RACE Bundle 6-8
Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions Worksheets Activities Grades 8-9
These 10 pages of reading comprehension passages and questions worksheets contain multiple choice questions for students to practice a range of skills. Passages are high-interest and written on an 8th-9th grade level. This resource is perfect for test-prep, special education and progress monitoring, differentiating, and scaffolding for struggling readers. This Download Contains: 10 passages with multiple choice questions: easy one-page printables answer keyself checking digital version on Easel
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8th - 9th
Also included in:Â ELA Skills Reading Comprehension & Writing Activities 8-9th Grade Bundle
Context Clue Chart with Worksheets and Passages for Vocabulary Activities
Use this context clue chart to build vocabulary, and practice skills with these 26 context clues worksheets. These vocabulary activities will help your students understand and use context clues to define unknown vocabulary words. Practice over 145 Tier 2 vocabulary words!This Download Contains: PRINTstudent anchor chart with examples6 intro practice worksheets10 passages with multiple choice questions7 passages with fill in the blank questions3 passages with matching questionsAnswer Key DIGITALR
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6th - 8th
Also included in:Â ELA Test Prep Bundle: Task Cards, RACE Strategy Writing Practice and More!
Solar System and Planets Reading Passages | The Solar System Worksheets
This Solar System and Planets Close Reading Packet has everything you need for a complete reading and science unit in your classroom. Differentiated reading passages, writing activities, no prep worksheets, and coloring pages are at the heart of this one-stop resource for learning about each planet!Please click the PREVIEW above for an idea of everything included in this loaded resource!If you have never used Close Reading or even if you are already a pro, this 110+ page packet truly is for you!
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4th - 7th
Also included in:Â Solar System and Planets Activities Bundle | Solar System Project
Capitalization and Punctuation Worksheets | Commas Quotations Possessive Nouns
Get your hands on this no-prep capitalization and punctuation worksheet pack. Teachers can use these tests to evaluate their students grammar knowledge.Capitalization and punctuation practice worksheet questions are written specifically for Grades 5-6.Focus Areas:Using Commas, Using Quotations, Using Possessive Nouns, Using Dates, Opening and Closing EmailsCapitalization and Punctuation Review:The product includes 6 tests, and each test contains 25 MCQ questions. Questions have three answer choi
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5th - 7th
Also included in:Â ELA Worksheets Bundle | Nouns Verbs Adjectives Tenses Context Clues Synonyms
Back To School Activities Middle School & High | Ice Breaker Games All About Me
Back to school middle school activities and high school activities. 80+ pages of back to school activities for the beginning of the school year. This bundle of back to school activities are designed for getting to know your students. It includes icebreaker games, All About Me activities, social emotional learning activities, mood tracker, habit tracker, goal setting activities, setting class expectations, classroom rules, gifts and talents, gratitude jar, classroom scavenger hunt, Would you Ra
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6th - 12th
Finding Theme Worksheets Aesop's Fables with Comprehension Questions Passages
Finding theme worksheets— these Aesop's fables with comprehension questions are a timeless collection of stories that your students will love. Help students master the skills of finding the theme, making connections to the text, and responding with text evidence. This packet contains 15 fables to read, followed by multiple choice and short response questions. Each fable is produced on a ready-to-print and use, one page worksheet, followed by 2-3 questions. Each fable is short and manageable, an
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3rd - 6th
Sentence, Fragment, or Run-On? Color by Number ELA Activity Language Arts
This color by number puzzle is a fun activity to review the grammar skill of identifying complete sentences, run-on sentences, and sentence fragments.This activity can be used as a review station, test prep, homework, or substitute lesson plan.Answer key with explanations is included. No prep—just print and use! You will want to use this student-centered activity for years to come! Included: directionsten sentence/fragment/run-on examplescolor keyanswers and explanationsCheck out the preview for
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4th - 7th
Also included in:Â ELA Color by Number Activities Bundle | Figurative Language & more!
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Importance of learning English language arts
English language arts (ELA) concepts — reading, writing, listening, and speaking — empower students to become effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. They are the foundation for all other types of learning as students must rely on ELA skills to master content from other subject areas and communicate what they’ve learned.
Strong reading skills can help students make sense of written content, and gather information for further analysis. Writing skills can help students articulate their ideas, construct arguments, and synthesize information. And speaking and listening skills empower students to clearly present their ideas, participate in group discussions, and collaborate with their classmates. This is why teaching English language arts is critically important for student’s success in school and beyond.
Benefits of learning English language arts
Learning English language arts offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. It helps students:
- Develop effective communication skills
- Build critical thinking and analytical skills
- Nurture their creativity and imagination
By ensuring that students have a solid foundation in English language arts, teachers can help set them up for future success.
Discover printable and digital English language arts resources
On TPT, English language arts resources come in various forms: from interactive notebooks and task cards to small-group activities and individual worksheets. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of ELA concepts, or to reteach a tricky concept. By incorporating ELA resources from TPT into your teaching toolbox, you can create an engaging learning experience that strengthens students’ understanding of ELA concepts.
If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable and digital English language arts worksheets, TPT has an extensive collection of resources across topics and grade levels. No matter what ELA topic your students are working on — whether you’re teaching the parts of speech to 1st graders or argumentative essay writing to 10th graders — TPT has instructional materials that are designed to help with any ELA learning need. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning ELA will be so much easier.
Frequently asked questions about teaching English language arts
What types of English language arts lessons are available on TPT?
There are many different types of English language arts resources sold by Sellers on TPT. Some popular ELA lessons include reading, writing, phonics, vocabulary, spelling, and creative writing.
How do I find English language arts lessons on TPT?
Educators can save time preparing English language arts lessons with resources created by experienced teachers. Simply start a search for ELA resources on the TPT marketplace, and filter by grade level, price, and/or resource type to find materials that've been proven to work in classrooms like yours. No matter what you’re teaching, there are plenty of ELA lessons and activities sold by Sellers on TPT that are tailored to meet your students' skill levels.
How can I make my English language arts lessons fun and engaging?
Students learn best when they're engaged! Sprinkle a little fun into your English Language Arts lessons by using manipulatives, pairing unusual texts like poems and short films together, or doing an escape room activity.
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