Middle school vocabulary lectures for parents

Supporting students’ reading at home is easy when you have ready-to-go reading level guides written with parent-friendly vocabulary. These Guided Reading Level Parent Letters are designed to explain the specific characteristics of students’ independent and instructional reading levels. Simply provide during parent teacher reading conferences to explain a child’s reading accuracy, fluency, comprehension, and more. These parent handouts are also perfect to send home in book bags and with students’

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 7th

Types:

Cara Baldree - From the STEM Up

Also included in: [A-Z + 1-70 English Bundle] Reading Levels Explained for Parents | Parent Guide

Introduction to Microorganisms Reading & Assessment

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This original 3-page introductory article is a fantastic way to start your beginning microbiology unit. An assessment and key are included. This is INCLUDED IN MY MICROBIOLOGY BUNDLE. This focuses on bacteria, fungus, and protists, the sizes of each, foods contained in, benefits and diseases. This is included in my Introduction to Microorganisms Bundle for 6th-7th Grades.This introduces a heavy emphasis on new vocabulary explained. Some pictures are in the article. Vocabulary bolded and underlin

Subjects:

Biology, Informational Text, Vocabulary

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Homework, For Parents, Lesson

Commonly Confused Words #1, Homophones, Slides + Note-Keeping Sheets CCSS

Created by

Laura Randazzo

Use these beautiful bell-ringer slides to grab your students’ attention at the beginning of class and teach them the right way to use 18 commonly confused word pairs/homophones. Each weekly lesson includes a photo slide prompting students to write a word usage rule (a great way to let you catch your breath and take attendance while they jot down notes) and then apply that rule to three different sentences. An answer key on a separate slide is also included with each week’s lesson. Materials prov

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Lectures, Activities

CCSS:

L.6.1

, L.6.1e

, L.6.2

, L.6.2b

, L.6.4a

...

[A-Z English Bundle] Reading Levels Explained for Parents | Parent Guide

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Supporting students’ reading at home is easy when you have ready-to-go reading level guides written with parent-friendly vocabulary. These Guided Reading Level Parent Letters are designed to explain the specific characteristics of students’ independent and instructional reading levels. Simply provide during parent teacher reading conferences to explain a child’s reading accuracy, fluency, comprehension, and more. These parent handouts are also perfect to send home in book bags and with students’

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 7th

Types:

[A-Z + 1-70 English Bundle] Reading Levels Explained for Parents | Parent Guide

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Supporting students’ reading at home is easy when you have ready-to-go reading level guides written with parent-friendly vocabulary. These Guided Reading Level Parent Letters are designed to explain the specific characteristics of students’ independent and instructional reading levels. Simply provide during parent teacher reading conferences to explain a child’s reading accuracy, fluency, comprehension, and more. These parent handouts are also perfect to send home in book bags and with students’

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 7th

Types:

English Language Arts, Poetry, Vocabulary

Allusions in Literature Lesson, Complete Teaching Unit

Created by

Julie Faulkner

In this packed and ready-to-go teaching pack for allusions in literature, you will find everything you need to teach and practice this critical skill for literary analysis. The lecture is easy-to-use and the examples are plentiful and modern. Student Experience: Students will walk through definitions, modern examples, and guided practice. There are task cards for interactive practice, and worksheets and quizzes for assessment. Included:- Teaching Suggestions with CCSS- Lecture (PPT and Google)-

Subjects:

Grades:

8th - 11th

Types:

Lectures, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.7.5

, RL.8.4

, RI.8.4

, CCRA.L.5

Also included in: Reading Comprehension Skills Teaching Units, BUNDLE of Lessons

[Levels M-Z English] Reading Levels Explained for Parents | Parent Guide

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Supporting students’ reading at home is easy when you have ready-to-go reading level guides written with parent-friendly vocabulary. These Guided Reading Level Parent Letters are designed to explain the specific characteristics of students’ independent and instructional reading levels. Simply provide during parent teacher reading conferences to explain a child’s reading accuracy, fluency, comprehension, and more. These parent handouts are also perfect to send home in book bags and with students’

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 7th

Types:

Also included in: [A-Z + 1-70 English Bundle] Reading Levels Explained for Parents | Parent Guide

[DRA Levels 1-30 English] Reading Levels Explained for Parents | Parent Guide

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Supporting students’ reading at home is easy when you have ready-to-go reading level guides written with parent-friendly vocabulary. These Guided Reading Level Parent Letters are designed to explain the specific characteristics of students’ independent and instructional reading levels. Simply provide during parent teacher reading conferences to explain a child’s reading accuracy, fluency, comprehension, and more. These parent handouts are also perfect to send home in book bags and with students’

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 7th

Types:

EFL - ESL - ELD, English Language Arts, Vocabulary

Also included in: [A-Z + 1-70 English Bundle] Reading Levels Explained for Parents | Parent Guide

Commonly Confused Words #2, Homophones, Slides + Note-Keeping Sheets CCSS

Created by

Laura Randazzo

Use these beautiful bell-ringer slides to grab your students’ attention at the beginning of class and teach them the right way to use 18 commonly confused sets of words/homophones. Each weekly lesson includes a photo slide prompting students to write a word usage rule (a great way to let you catch your breath and take attendance while they jot down notes) and then apply that rule to three different sentences. An answer key on a separate slide is also included with each week’s lesson. Materials p

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Lectures, Activities

CCSS:

L.6.1

, L.6.1e

, L.6.2

, L.6.2b

, L.6.4a

...

Editable Flash Cards

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Classroom Creations by Catherine Coyle

Editable Flash Card Templates: This product offers a hassle-free way to create flashcards for your students. Whether you prefer single-sided or double-sided flashcards, or need various dimensions to suit your classroom needs, this resource has you covered.Tailor your flashcards to your specific curriculum or teaching style with ease. Simply open the template in PowerPoint and add your content, whether it's vocabulary words, math problems, historical facts, or any other subject matter.Three Diffe

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Test Preparation, Vocabulary

Grades:

K - 8th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Flash Cards, For Parents

Also included in: Editable Classroom Templates

Mystery Genre PowerPoint Presentation

Created by

Jodi G in the LiBRaRy

This presentation includes the elements of a mystery, three rules of crime solving, mystery jargon (such as sleuth, red herring, deduction, interrogate, and culprit), and clues to solving a mystery. I typically have mystery books on display as I give this presentation. The FREE crossword puzzle (http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Mystery-Genre-Crossword-Puzzle) could be completed by students either during or after the presentation. The font is "CHiLLeR" in Windows 7...check compatibil

Subjects:

Literature, Reading, Vocabulary

Grades:

4th - 10th

Types:

Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations

Figurative Language PowerPoint Presentation (108 slides)

Created by

Jodi G in the LiBRaRy

This presentation explains and gives examples for 14 types of figurative language. Examples include music lyrics, poems, and short stories. Activities for students are incorporated midway and at the end of the presentation; PLUS, the FREE crossword puzzle (http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Figurative-Language-Crossword) could be completed by students either during or after the presentation. The following types of figurative language are included: metaphor, simile, personification, i

Subjects:

Literature, Reading, Vocabulary

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations

[DRA Levels 1-70 English Bundle] Reading Levels Explained for Parents | Guide

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Supporting students’ reading at home is easy when you have ready-to-go reading level guides written with parent-friendly vocabulary. These Guided Reading Level Parent Letters are designed to explain the specific characteristics of students’ independent and instructional reading levels. Simply provide during parent teacher reading conferences to explain a child’s reading accuracy, fluency, comprehension, and more. These parent handouts are also perfect to send home in book bags and with students’

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 7th

Types:

Special Education, Speech Therapy, Vocabulary

Communication Folder for Autism/Special needs

Created by

Autismade

My Communication Folder for students with limited verbal skills.A selection of visuals for Speech Therapy, Special Education and Autism to support communication in the classroom and at home.The communication boards Included:-6 Communication Boards titledI want to play with I feelI need in lessonsI want to eatWhat activity I want to doPersonal needsPlus:-120 Picture symbolsThe Picture Communication Symbols ©1981–2011 by DynaVox Mayer-Johnson LLC. All Rights Reserved Worldwide. Used with permissio

Subjects:

Grades:

PreK - 8th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, For Parents, Literature Circles

Etymology PowerPoint Presentation

Created by

The Illustrated Classroom

This is a detailed, image-rich, animated, seventy eight-slide PowerPoint on etymology. Feel free to use it as is or edit it to suit your needs.It's divided into several parts:Notes for the teacherAn Anticipatory Activity to generate interest and connect to prior knowledge.Etymology defined.The Greek and Roman Empire and how they form the base of many English words.The Mythological Origins of English wordsHow to Interpret Etymological Entries in Dictionaries.An Etymology Scavenger Hunt ActivityTh

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Vocabulary

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations, Scaffolded Notes

The Constitution and Bill of Rights BINGO

Created by

The Social Studies Whisperer

Looking for an engaging way to review the basics of The Constitution and Bill of Rights? What about a super easy low-prep sub activity? This Constitution and Bill of Rights BINGO game is exactly what you need! Depending on the topic and the needs of your class, consider using it as a small group activity or station. If using whole group maybe play just for fun or for something like Class Dojo points, not candy or prizes. Mix and match the calling cards and game version, too! Start out using the

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Vocabulary

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Study Guides, Activities, For Parents

Also included in: Social Studies BINGO Game BUNDLE

Adventures of Tom Sawyer: Obsolete Vocabulary, Slang Translations, Word Search

Created by

Turbo Tutor

The Adventures of Tom Sawyer contains so much obsolete, colloquial, and archaic vocabulary that students and teachers may shy away from reading it. What's a body to do when stumbling upon the "white alley", "Old Scratch", or the dreaded "bully taw" in the early chapters of "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" with no context clue in sight? Using this product, students quickly check meanings to obsolete expressions, and colloquialisms, while still leaving enough room for vocabulary instruction from the

Subjects:

Literature, Reading, Vocabulary

Grades:

6th - 10th

Types:

Study Guides, For Parents

Also included in: Tom Sawyer and Treasure Island Discount Bundled Translator Package

6th Grade Math Vocabulary Word Search Puzzles

Created by

Ralynn Ernest Education Products

Here are a few suggestions as to how to use these 15 math vocabulary puzzles: Assign the crossword puzzle at the start of a unit as a warm-up Assign the crossword puzzle at the end of a unit as a vocabulary review for the upcoming exam Once students finish a test, hand out the crossword puzzle which will deal with the upcoming unit Assign the crossword puzzle for extra credit Have the puzzle on hand for extra word for substitutes

Subjects:

Math, Study Skills, Vocabulary

Grades:

6th

Types:

Handouts, For Parents, Lesson

Greek & Latin Roots, Prefixes and Suffixes Bundle with 16 Quiz Assessments!

Created by

Excelling In English

Everything you need to complete a roots, prefixes, suffixes unit! We always tell our students the purpose of learning these affixes is to figure out vocabulary-in-context. Many times we test students' knowledge of the affixes, but not their APPLICATION of them. In this definitions and assessment bundle each quiz includes a write-in section for definitions, approximately five multiple choice vocabulary words that use the affix, and students choose the best option based on their knowledge of the

Subjects:

Reading Strategies, Vocabulary

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

Lectures, Handouts, Assessment

Editable Flash Cards

Created by

Classroom Creations by Catherine Coyle

Editable Flash Card Templates: This product offers a hassle-free way to create flashcards for your students. Whether you prefer single-sided or double-sided flashcards, or need various dimensions to suit your classroom needs, this resource has you covered.Tailor your flashcards to your specific curriculum or teaching style with ease. Simply open the template in Google Slides and add your content, whether it's vocabulary words, math problems, historical facts, or any other subject matter.Three Di

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Test Preparation, Vocabulary

Grades:

1st - 8th

Types:

Flash Cards, For Parents, Centers

Word Wall List -

Created by

Just A Primary Girl

Word Wall ListEditable word wall for clipboards, posters, and other spaces! There is a pre-made list included that you can print and go or you can customize your list! To use the exact same fonts, you will need to downloadDJB Number 2 Pencil If you do not wish to download this font, you can use any font of your choice. Click on top of each word and replace with your word. ** If you do not use the exact same font, the size/spacing may be off and you will need to adjust.*** I am unable to help wit

Subjects:

Phonics, Spelling, Vocabulary

Grades:

PreK - 6th

Types:

Printables, For Parents, Posters

Also included in: Writer's Workshop Bundle

[DRA Levels 30-70 English] Reading Levels Explained for Parents | Parent Guide

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Supporting students’ reading at home is easy when you have ready-to-go reading level guides written with parent-friendly vocabulary. These Guided Reading Level Parent Letters are designed to explain the specific characteristics of students’ independent and instructional reading levels. Simply provide during parent teacher reading conferences to explain a child’s reading accuracy, fluency, comprehension, and more. These parent handouts are also perfect to send home in book bags and with students’

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 7th

Types: