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8th grade short stories Common Core RI.6.1 resources
HMH Into Literature Grade 6 Growing Bundle Digital and Print
This growing bundle includes resources made for HMH Into Literature 6th Grade. There is a large variety of activities included in this product bundle. Each activity aligns directly with HMH Into Literature for Grade 6. Topics covered include: comprehension, point of view, plot development, genre, context clue vocabulary, supporting the answer with evidence, narrative writing, informative writing, analyzing argument and counterclaim, imagery, character traits, inferencing, central idea, summary w
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6th - 8th
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Hero or Outlaw? Use Evidence to Decide! Nonfiction Passages and Printables
High-Interest nonfiction reading passages about the controversial wild west figures, Wyatt Earp, William Tilghman, and Jesse James. Each biography contains a biased read or an information list of their activities, a complete life story passage, and several printables that will engage your students in the text, challenge them to find evidence, and encourage them to read for understanding by analyzing the passages and defending their opinions. All answer keys are included.What's Included?• Nonf
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6th - 8th
HMH Into Literature Grade 7 Growing Bundle Digital and Print
This growing bundle includes resources made for HMH Into Literature 7th Grade. There is a large variety of activities included in this product bundle. Each activity aligns directly with HMH Into Literature for Grade 7. Topics covered include: comprehension, point of view, plot development, author's purpose, character trait, context clue vocabulary, supporting the answer with evidence, figurative language, analyzing argument and counterclaim, central idea, summary writing, internal and external c
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6th - 8th
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HMH Into Literature Grade 8 Growing Bundle
This growing bundle includes resources made for HMH Into Literature 8th Grade. There is a large variety of activities included in this product bundle. Each activity aligns directly with HMH Into Literature for Grade 8. Topics covered include: comprehension, point of view, plot development, author's purpose, character trait, context clue vocabulary, supporting the answer with evidence, figurative language, analyzing argument and counterclaim, central idea, summary writing, internal and external c
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6th - 8th
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Citing Text Evidence Task Cards
This includes a Cover page with standards, Answer key, 40 task cards, and an answer sheet. More to come as I plan on making my RTI class task-card heavy. Let me know if you have any math/ela task cards requests.**UPDATE 1/29/18 -- I changed the answer sheet page from saying "Answer Key" to "Answer Sheet"
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3rd - 8th
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The Book of Unknown Americans Excerpt Unit Aligned with HMH 8 Digital and Print
This is a comprehensive unit over the excerpt from The Book of Unknown Americans by Cristina Henriquez. The activities, questions, and standards are all aligned with Into Literature HMH 8. This is a great resource to use as a companion to the textbook or for an independent argumentative unit. Skills covered include context clue vocabulary, drawing the plot, comprehension questions, theme, theme writing, imagery, figurative language, internal and external conflict, and supporting answers with tex
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: HMH Into Literature Grade 8 Growing Bundle
Ancient India: Hindu Creation & Traditional Stories: Reading Passages + Activity
This is an excellent lesson that comes with traditional Hindu stories, featuring stories on Brahma and the creation of the world, the Indian God Ganesh, and the Indian God Krishna (known as the Blue God). The stories are all age appropriate and engaging, and students of all ages will find them interesting and rewarding.Updated November 2023 to include a Power Point!--> Want all of my ancient civilizations units in one HUGE money-saving (and time-saving) bundle? CLICK HERE!!$$ Money-Saving Bun
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Ancient India Unit: Bundle of 25 Lessons: Reading Passages + Activities
FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON BUNDLE | UNIT & DIGITAL ESCAPE ROOM
DANIEL KEYES' SHORT STORY "FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON" IS MADE INTERACTIVE AND COLLABORATIVE IN THIS UNIQUE BUNDLE. With this bundle, you will get a 76 page unit plan and 25 minute escape room to complete over a 4-6 time period at over 25% savings when you buy them together.FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON UNIT PLAN: Explore the elements of literature and figurative language in Daniel Keyes' classic short story. This 4-6 week unit will guide students through understanding of characters, point of view, theme, p
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6th - 9th
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Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Cask of Amontillado” – 20 Common Core Learning Tasks!!
This Common Core resource includes 20 rigorous unit learning tasks for Edgar Allan Poe’s short story, "The Cask of Amontillado." The teacher-created learning tasks include standard(s) alignment using the language of Common Core State Standards. The unit activities represent a balance of analysis and evaluation activities focusing on a variety of literary elements, constructed responses, and extended informational/explanatory and argumentative writing. This resource also includes some embedded ex
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6th - 10th
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Ultimate "Hatchet" Teaching Unit - Novel Worksheets/Short Story/Movie + More!!
⚠️Warning: Engaging Content⚠️Maximize students' experience with Gary Paulsen's classic novel, "Hatchet," with our extremely comprehensive and ready-to-print study unit that will keep students busy for up to two months!1. Novel StudyThis core resource includes worksheets, discussion questions, written response questions, jeopardy games, plot structure worksheets, as well as pre- and post-reading activities.2. Paired Informational TextsTexts on real-world issues such as survival skills, the Canadi
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6th - 8th
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ELA Christmas Bundle - Short Story, Creative Writing, Informational Texts
Maximize learning, engagement, and the spirit of Christmas in the ELA classroom with our comprehensive Christmas bundle. What's included:The Gift of the MagiTeach students valuable lessons about giving and sacrifice with our engaging and ready-to-print lesson plan.Christmas Informational TextsTeach students about unusual traditions, the art of giving, as well as the financial and environmental impacts of the festive season. Christmas Creative Writing ActivitiesStudents write festive short storie
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5th - 12th
The Lady or the Tiger: Reading, Writing, Language, and SS Activities
This high interest resource is a great way to review or practice in an engaging, fun way compound /complex sentences structures. The story "The Lady or The Tiger" by Frank Stockton is one that students enjoy. The high interest lessons and activities in this resource bring the story to life. To begin, students are accused of a silly or petty crime. As a consequence, students pick either Door 1 or Door 2. Behind the door is a terrible fate or a great reward. Later, students compare the criminal
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6th - 9th
Setting in Reading and Writing Literature - What's That?
Setting is more than just when and where a story takes place. Because it is often left to the readers to uncover the setting for themselves, it makes sense to encourage students to study the details of any place or time.
This unit contains some simple and playful exercises designed to get students to explore setting in literature. Use one or all.
Recognizing Detail
Using Your Five Senses
Setting Brainstorm Teacher Page
Setting Brainstorm Student Handout
A Student Creative Writing Assignment
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6th - 8th
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Hinduism Texts - Traditional Stories and Hindu Information Reading Passages
This comprehensive Hinduism resource bundle brings ancient Hindu culture and beliefs to life through vivid illustrations and engaging activities. The bundle includes two levels of informative Hinduism non-fiction text overviewing key aspects like Hindu Gods and deities, holy books, and rituals. It also contains three retellings of cherished Hindu traditional stories and myths highlighting Ganesh, Krishna, and the Hindu creation story. Differentiated worksheets, quizzes, and writing prompts cater
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5th - 12th
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FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON UNIT
EXPLORE THE ELEMENTS OF LITERATURE AND FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE IN DANIEL KEYES' CLASSIC SHORT STORY. This 4-6 week unit will guide students through understanding of characters, point of view, theme, parallel episodes, symbolism, allusions, objective and subjective summary, and much more. This resources is complete with the following:10 pages of visual Novel Notes for guided reading focusing chronologically on elements of literature in the story with teacher examplesSocratic Seminar on Intelligence
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: FLOWERS FOR ALGERNON BUNDLE | UNIT & DIGITAL ESCAPE ROOM
Buddhist Stories Buddhism Reading Worksheet Lessons
Enhance lessons on Buddhism with this collection of eight beloved Buddhist stories. These skillfully written and beautifully illustrated tales cover essential stories that have shaped Buddhist beliefs and practices.Included are:1. The Birth of the Buddha2. The Swan and the Arrow 3. The Four Sights of the Buddha4. The Enlightenment of the Buddha5. The First Sermon, Setting in Motion the Wheel of Dharma6. Kisagotami and the Mustard Seed7. The Story of Angulimala8. The Death of the BuddhaEach of
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6th - 12th
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Also included in: Buddhism Reading Lessons Bundle
The Southpaw by Judy Viorst Comprehension Quiz, Think Pair Share + Escape Room
This is a companion to the short story "The Southpaw" by Judith Viorst. It includes a quiz for the short story, non-fiction reading comprehension and text analysis, interactive notebook pages, a Title IX informational text reading that ties the story to Title IX and the context of the story from the time it was written. There is also a four puzzle escape room and a Think, Pair, Share for the text. There is also an author study. The unit is turnkey. The only prep required is printing.Escape Room
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5th - 8th
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News Lesson Plans_Middle and High School Current Events_2023_10.October Week 2
Current events news lesson plans for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Reading comprehension practice and literacy strategies for standardized testing preparation. Great for enrichment of gifted learners, substitute teachers, and differentiated instruction. (Politics) Speaker of the House Removed. (Business) Amazon Launches Satellites into Space. (Culture) Hot Air Balloon Festival. (Science) Physicists win Nobel Prize for Ultrafast Lasers. (World) Israel Attacked
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6th - 12th
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Toni Cade Bambara Raymond's Run Activity Worksheets
Are looking for worksheets to stimulate students learning? If you are, then this is the resource for you. This resource contains worksheets based on the common Core English Standards. It includes the teacher's Guide, Interactive bell ringers, vocabulary builder, Incredible inferences, puzzles, plot graphic organizer and a newspaper article just to name a few. It also contains a reading strategy for students who may have difficulties while reading. Students will enjoy these activity worksheets
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6th - 8th
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Traditional Sikh Stories Pack A, Sikhism Worksheets
Engage learners and foster a profound respect and understanding of Sikhism through this collection of four pivotal traditional Sikh stories, which illuminate the roots and core principles of the Sikh faith.Included (in this PACK A) are the following four traditional Sikh stories:The Story of Guru Nanak and the Full Bowl of Milk: A well-known tale from the life of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism, illustrating his teachings of kindness, humility, and the universality of goodness.Guru Hargobind'
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6th - 11th
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Also included in: Sikhism Reading Worksheets BUNDLE
Mega Store Bundle #3
Want to buy a large bundle of no prep, printable, secondary lessons? This buy - my- store set has lessons, powerpoint, worksheets, and so much more.This is the THIRD set of my products. Save OVER 60% when you buy the Mega Store Bundles!Please check individual products for detailed descriptions and positive feedback.SAVE! SAVE! SAVE!This Mega- BUNDLE #3 includes: 71. Facts Within Fiction Research—“Diary of a Fly” 72. It’s an Allusion73. Writing a Successful Paragraph- Famous Quote74. Intensiv
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6th - 12th
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The Jigsaw Puzzle by Judith Bauer Stamper Complete Guided Reading Worksheet
This lesson contains a complete guided reading worksheet with 45 questions (answer key included) for The Jigsaw Puzzle by Judith Bauer Stamper. Questions consist of True and False, fill in the blank, multiple choice and short answer. This lesson pack also comes with 2 crossword puzzles and 2 word searches (answer key included). Puzzles use key vocabulary from the story to enhance learning.
This is a great story about a single woman who finds a boxed jigsaw puzzle in a 2nd hand store. After dus
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6th - 9th
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Holi Informational Text + Hindu Legend Worksheets
Celebrate the vibrant Hindu festival of Holi! This engaging lesson allows students to dive into the origins, traditions, and cultural practices of Holi through The detailed information text uses colorful visuals and clear explanations to explore the festival's history and customs. Students will learn about the religious roots of Holi, the playful throwing of colored powder and water, significant Hindu legends, important festival cultural practices like traditional dances, special foods, and more
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5th - 11th
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Also included in: Hinduism Information + Hindu Festivals + Hindu Stories Big Bundle
Hindu Creation Story: Reading + Activities
Explore the Hindu Creation Story in this engaging lesson with: A vivid illustrated retelling of the ancient myth, bringing Hindu beliefs to life. 5 worksheets for a deeper understanding: Double sided multiple choice quizDouble-sided higher level written response Double-sided lower level written responseCloze story summaryHindu Gods in the creation story labelingThis comprehensive lesson aims to engage students with the ancient Hindu creation story, offering fascinating insights into Brahma, V
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5th - 12th
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