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Middle school writing-essays resources for Microsoft Publisher

Preview of Organized Paragraph Writing for Struggling Writers

Organized Paragraph Writing for Struggling Writers

Created by
Krysti
I use this with my students with learning disabilities to help them write organized paragraphs. Often they are simply asked to write and don't know how to start or what to include. It keeps them on track and prevents them from rambling or adding unnecessary details.
Preview of Venn Diagram with Lines

Venn Diagram with Lines

Created by
For Equal Access
This was developed because my students had a problem getting the information in the appropiate places. Please follow me so when I post a new item you will be notified. Feel free to email me with requests for alternate programs. Most pages are black and white so they can be easily printed or copied.
Preview of How to Format Titles in MLA Format

How to Format Titles in MLA Format

This cheat sheet will remind students how to format their titles in MLA format for both handwritten and typed essays. Print out the cheat sheet in poster size and hang it in your classroom as a helpful reminder. Thank you for purchasing this product!Please leave a review below! -Booking Literature
Preview of On Demand Writing Peer Conferences

On Demand Writing Peer Conferences

Created by
Dana T
This document allows student to use the Rally Coach Kagan structure to conduct peer conferences using each aspect of the on demand writing rubric. Copy each set and gives cards to students. Place students into groups. One at a time a student reads a peer's writing and chooses a card to give comments about the particular part of the rubric. With this instructional strategy, students are learning from their peer's writing and it turn learning the essential parts of the writing rubric
Preview of Compare and Contrast (Alternate T Chart)

Compare and Contrast (Alternate T Chart)

Created by
For Equal Access
This was developed due to my students not being able to fit their thoughts into the typicall diagram for compare and contrast. Just add a title and label each section. Please follow me so when I post a new item you will be notified. Feel free to email me with requests for alternate programs. Most pages are black and white so they can be easily printed or copied.
Preview of Research Paper in an Alternate Media

Research Paper in an Alternate Media

Created by
Amanda Watson
This year we wrote our research papers in a different form. We made a "dossier." Using Microsoft Publisher or a similar software, we wrote the same paper but it looked different. I found that by allowing them the use of graphics, design, illustration and color, I had better papers and a higher number of students turned in the paper. The preview file is the assignment sheet and a sample. The product file is the template that I gave the students--no easy task to create, but it's done and made
Preview of PAT the prompt writing prompt breakdown

PAT the prompt writing prompt breakdown

Use PAT to help students understand how to unpack a writing prompt.
Preview of Distance/Remote learning WEEKLY WRITING PROMPTS! INFORMATIONAL-NARRATIVE-OPINION

Distance/Remote learning WEEKLY WRITING PROMPTS! INFORMATIONAL-NARRATIVE-OPINION

INFORMATIONAL-NARRATIVE-OPINION writing for the whole year! 36 weeks of fun and intentional prompts to help your students succeed!
Preview of Writing Process Packet

Writing Process Packet

This packet includes a brainstorm web for developing writing ideas, an organizer for placing sentences in a logical sequence and a paragraph outline to structure the paragraphs, revise them and edit them. It also includes a lined final copy sheet with a rubric.
Preview of CER Argumentative Paper Organizer

CER Argumentative Paper Organizer

Created by
Mind the Middle
A graphic organizer for students to use while writing an argumentative paper. We use CER in my district (I've heard other other use ICE) so I have that along the bottom of the page. You can easily edit this out if you don't use this particular method.
Preview of My Favorite Teacher - Lesson plans and student slides

My Favorite Teacher - Lesson plans and student slides

I use this essay prompt to familiarize my students with the informational essay structure. The unit is great as a starter because it doesn't require any research. There are lessons to teach and also a template for students to complete their work. All lessons are through Google Slides, so they can be easily transferred to Google Classroom.This package contains the entire unit.
Preview of Writing Process in Pencil Shape (editable)

Writing Process in Pencil Shape (editable)

Created by
The Sandoz Scoop
This is the Writing Process that I use in my classroom. It includes Brainstorm, Rough Draft, Self Edit, Peer Edit, Teacher Edit, and Publish. I am posting it in Publisher so it is editable. I use little cups below each section and have the students move their popsicle stick to the part they are on at the end of the writing block.
Preview of Argumentative Paragraph Graphic Organizer- INTRODUCTION ONLY!

Argumentative Paragraph Graphic Organizer- INTRODUCTION ONLY!

Created by
HTteacher
This INTRODUCTION PARAGRAPH example was built for my 8th grade ELA class, specifically my standard, ELL, and EC kids. A graphic organizer that is visually appealing for kids, easy to follow, and broken down into multiple components for more direct instruction. Enjoy!
Preview of Argument Writing Rubric - Fully Editable!

Argument Writing Rubric - Fully Editable!

Created by
Megan Steer
Use this argument essay rubric with grades 7-12. This rubric is designed for a five paragraph essay and is very specific which allows you to give better feedback on your students' strengths and weaknesses. This rubric is fully editable, so once you download it, you can customize it to fit your needs!
Preview of MEL-Con Writing Graphic Organizer Black and White Publisher File - 2 versions

MEL-Con Writing Graphic Organizer Black and White Publisher File - 2 versions

Based on the MEL-Con graphic organizer designed by Jim Schiferl, this MEL-Con has been cleaned up to create more writing space for students, include a writing prompt box, and eliminate the color-coded boxes so that it can be readable after duplicated. As a graphic organizer, MEL-Con helps students organize their thoughts to write a thorough paragraph. In this Microsoft Publisher file, you get 2 versions of the MEL-Con that you can personalize with your writing prompt, teacher's name, and class
Preview of Informative Writing Rubric

Informative Writing Rubric

Created by
Kelsey's Corner
This rubric is a condensed version of the CAASP rubric. The categories and bullet points align with the format on the end of the year state test.
Preview of The Writing Process Clipchart (Publisher)

The Writing Process Clipchart (Publisher)

I print these on card stock, laminate, and then attach them together with rings. This is the Publisher version that can be edited. I use numbered clothespins for my students to represent where they are at on the chart. The steps are: Pre-write, Draft, Authors Circle, Revise, Edit, Chief Edit, and Publish. There are notes for each step on each page. This document is editable so you can change the notes to fit to your class.
Preview of Persuasive Strategies FRIES exercise

Persuasive Strategies FRIES exercise

Created by
Ms. Durkin
This half sheet exercise challenges students to find the persuasive strategies used in a persuasive paragraph (FRIES: Facts, Reasons, Illustrations, Examples, and Statistics) and underline them in different colors. Then, students are challenged to write their own persuasive paragraph using FRIES. This activity was originally used in 7th grade language arts to review persuasive stratigies, but would be great for any middle grades class learning persuasive stratigies.
Preview of Teacher Conference Informational Writing Checklist

Teacher Conference Informational Writing Checklist

Created by
KD Consulting
This document can serve as guidance during a student-teacher writing conference for informational writing.
Preview of Revising and Editing Guide for Composition Notebook

Revising and Editing Guide for Composition Notebook

I used this for my students to include in their composition notebooks for help when revising and editing their writings.
Preview of Basic 5 paragraph informative essay graphic organizer

Basic 5 paragraph informative essay graphic organizer

This is a graphic organizer for students to use when writing a simple 5 paragraph informative essay. The first page has all sections on it while the following pages are broken down by paragraphs. Some students do well with the one page while other students benefit from the larger spaces. There is a place to track page numbers. The last sheet has a place to put notes for citations. Please let me know if you have any questions.
Preview of Rubric Collection

Rubric Collection

This is a collection of rubrics that I have used over the years. They are predominately for Language Arts/English. There are rubrics for essays, myth writing, oral presentations, etc. Feel free to use or edit them for your own purposes.
Preview of Informational Writing Student Checklist

Informational Writing Student Checklist

Created by
KD Consulting
This document is a student checklist for informational writing.
Preview of Georgia Milestones Argumentative/Opinion Essay Student Guide

Georgia Milestones Argumentative/Opinion Essay Student Guide

Created by
Jared Barwick
This quick reference guide is sure to have your students on the right track in no time! It is designed to allow students to quickly reference where their writing is heading by giving them a paragraph and sentence reference! Includes some sentence stems and reminders!
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