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Short stories Common Core CCRA.R.8 resources for homeschool
Most Popular Short Stories Bundle — 8th, 9th, 10th Grade ELA Short Stories
Working on a short story unit? Look no further for resources. Here are the Most Popular Short Stories Bundled for 8th, 9th, and 10th grade ELA!Included in this bundle: "The Yellow Wallpaper" by Charlotte Perkins Gilman "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe "The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant "The Veldt" by Ray Bradbury "The Monkey's Paw" by W. W. Jacobs "The Most Dangerous Game" by Richard Connell All products include reading comprehension questions and
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7th - 10th
The Tell Tale Heart Interactive Close Reading with Google Slides!
"My students were just breezing by the text just so they could be done. They didn't stop to read closely, make predictions, and notice the literary devices that lent to the tone and theme of the work. Mrs. Anderson's guided reading Google Slides force my students to slow down and really absorb everything. She breaks the text up into digestible chunks that students can tackle while sprinkling in literary analysis and thematic questions in a way that does not intimidate students. What's great is t
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7th - 12th
Dystopian Literature Bundle Volume II — 5 Short Stories, Literary Analysis
This bundle includes 5 awesome dystopian short story lesson plans, ALL with unique activities for before reading, during reading, and after reading. The 5 short stories included in this dystopian literature bundle are:1) Repent, Harlequin! said the Ticktock Man by Harlan Ellison 2) 2BR02B By Kurt Vonnegut Jr.3) Frost and Fire by Ray Bradbury4) The Minority Report by Philip K. Dick5) The Machine Stops by E.M. ForsterTeach all the literary elements that encompass dystopian literature such as: alle
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Most Dangerous Game Mock Trial
After being hunted for three days by General Zaroff, Sanger Rainsford is now on trial and being charged for Zaroff's murder. Was Rainsford truly acting in self-defense, or did he willfully and intentionally kill General Zaroff and feed him to his hounds? Your students will RAVE about this mock trial based on Connell's short story "The Most Dangerous Game"! What better way to get students to practice literary analysis, argument development, and speaking and listening skills than with a mock trial
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7th - 12th, Higher Education
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Edgar Allan Poe Short Stories — BUNDLE Reading Comprehension Activities
This Edgar Allan Poe Gothic Short Stories Bundle includes a literary analysis for the following 5 short stories:The Tell-Tale HeartThe Cask of AmontilladoThe Fall of the House of UsherThe Black CatThe Masque of the Red DeathEach product includes an in-depth look at each piece of literature with corresponding activities and reading comprehension questions. All stories form a perfect gothic literature unit, Edgar Allan Poe unit, or short story unit during Halloween season!This BUNDLE also includes
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Short Stories by Black Authors | African American Authors Bundle
In this bundle, you will receive lesson plans for 7 short stories all written by Black authors. With each product, there are detailed literary analyses, reading questions, answer keys, and accommodating activities. Diversify the literature in your classroom and use these stories to broaden your students' perspectives! These short stories also make a great addition to any Black History Month Unit in ELA!The 7 short stories by African American authors featured in this bundle are:"Raymond’s Run" by
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7th - 12th
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The Cask of Amontillado Google Annotation Project - Distance Learning Approved!
"My students were just breezing by the text just so they could be done. They didn't stop to read closely, make predictions, and notice the literary devices that lent to the tone and theme of the work. Mrs. Anderson's guided reading Google Slides force my students to slow down and really absorb everything. She breaks the text up into digestible chunks that students can tackle while sprinkling in literary analysis and thematic questions in a way that does not intimidate students. What's great is t
Grades:
7th - 12th
Canterbury Tales: The Wife of Bath's Tale Resources
"The Wife of Bath's Tale" from Canterbury Tales is so much easier and more enjoyable to teach with these resources! The story can be difficult for students to understand because of the Wife of Bath's numerous digressions, but these resources help them focus on what matters and help them strengthen their reading comprehension skills. Here's what's included:Resources for The Wife of Bath's Prologue Summary outline of the Prologue to the tale that sorts out the Wife of Bath's main points and puts t
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: British Literature Mega-Bundle
Short Story (any) : Writing Prompts Constructed Response Practice Unit
Let me make your life easier. Use these 13 constructed responses to test knowledge of the CCSS standards after any short story. They include questions about: theme, characterization, text structure, word use, literary devices, comparison and contrast of similar short stories, mood, tone, conflict, and more. I've also included a handy rubric for easy grading. Click here to follow me for free lessons and sales!Click here to have free lessons and unit ideas sent to your email.Check out these other
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Short Story Unit Bundle of Lessons Use Digital or Printable
Dystopian Literature Unit | 6 Weeks | Dystopian Lit Unit Plan
In this COMPLETE UNIT BUNDLE on dystopian literature, your students will have everything they need from start to finish to excel in the study of dystopian literature.This Bundle Includes:Introduction Lesson on Dystopian LitLiterary Analysis for 5 Dystopian Short Stories2 Digital Escape RoomsOne Pager Project for any Dystopian StoryEditable Final Test and Answer KeyTeacher InstructionsPacing GuideThis bundle includes 200 pages and 6 weeks worth of plans.Most items included in the bundle are sold
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8th - 12th
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2BR02B By Kurt Vonnegut Jr. — Dystopian Short Story Analysis
In this resource, your students will read and analyze the dystopian short story "2BR02B" By Kurt Vonnegut Jr. where all aging and diseases have been cured, so now society must deal with the consequences of overpopulation. The story is pronounced "To be or not to be" symbolically alluding to Shakespeare's play, Hamlet. Included in this purchase:Suggested Lesson Procedure for teachers3 Pre-reading activities to build anticipation and personal connectionsPowerpoint presentation that includes: brief
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
A Sound of Thunder Short Story Unit | Activities Bundle
This awesome bundle includes 3 products for the short story "A Sound of Thunder" by Ray Bradbury. 1) Digital Escape Room: The digital escape room is safari themed, and students must make their way back to the time machine or they'll be trapped in the past! 2) Literary Analysis: This short story analysis includes an activating strategy, academic vocabulary, reading questions, literary analysis questions, a cause & effect graphic organizer, and discussion questions (plus answer keys for all).3
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7th - 12th
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The Demon Lover (Elizabeth Bowen) Literary Analysis Worksheets
These literary analysis worksheets for "The Demon Lover" by Elizabeth Bowen will help you go in-depth on this complex short story and keep your students engaged with its many thought-provoking ambiguities. The packet includes:Background information about Elizabeth Bowen, The Blitz during World War II, and the literary influences that shape the story. 6 questions to check reading comprehensionPrompts for analyzing how the story features 7 characteristics common to gothic fiction and explaining ho
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Modernist Short Stories Resource Bundle
Historical Fiction Passages for Reading Comprehension Questions
Get your kids thinking on a higher level with this bundle of six short stories with questions and answer keys. Find great activities for whole or small group lessons, reading centers, independent work, or home school. Lessons are also perfect for short weeks or substitute teachers. By purchasing this easy-to-use bundle, you are saving 25% off the price of individual resources.Close reading passages need to do more than teach reading skills. Four of these stories center around historical events,
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4th - 6th
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Women's Studies: Ten Short Story Reviews/Assessments with Detailed Answer Keys
Provide students with a terrific opportunity to use critical-thinking skills as they read and answer questions that pertain to 10 literary pieces that focus on women: "The Unexpected," "A Rose for Emily," "A New England Nun," "The Blue Jar," "The Revolt of Mother," "A Worn Path," "Desiree's Baby," "The Wife's Story," "A Pair of Silk Stockings," and "A Wagner Matinee." Dotted with literary terminology, the questions provide a comprehensive review of these popular narratives and can be used throug
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Reading Passages Paragraphs Short Stories Comprehension Questions Worksheets
This 175 page PDF file includes 100 Reading Comprehension Passages with Multiple Choice and Fill in the Blank questions.The reading comprehension ranges from stories, paragraphs, texts, and passages to give your students a variety to read about. Topics include, but are not limited to, animals, food, sports, cars, family, science, school, and much more!These worksheets have many uses:1. Home school2. Substitute teacher3. Snow days4. Busy work5. Online distance learning6. Class work7. Independent
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions Mostly Nonfiction Bundle
Find high level mostly nonfiction reading comprehension passages and questions in this large bundle for your upper elementary or middle school students! These resources are available through Easel and some also contain Google links. Look below to see the variety of no prep choices for reading passages.You save 30% off the price of individual products by purchasing the bundle.If so, go no further because here are EIGHTEEN stories at your disposal. These stories involve history, fantasy, grammar,
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4th - 6th
"The Tell Tale Heart" Short Story Stations :Print or Digital Lesson for Fall
You get 12 literacy station lessons based on Poe's "The Tell-Tale Heart". The stations include engaging lessons about characterization, plot, foreshadowing, textual analysis, author's purpose, psychological lens, sensory imagery, symbolism, and a tiny Socratic Seminar.Using stations with older students creates interest and adds engagement to any lesson. A student who was previously listless will sit up and take notice when asked to work as a team to accomplish several tasks in a timely manner. T
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8th - 11th
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Ray Bradbury Digital Escape Room Bundle — 3 Unique Digital Escape Rooms
Save money and get THREE DIFFERENT digital escape rooms!This purchase includes the bundle of 3 Awesome Ray Bradbury Digital Escape Rooms. Your students are going to love deciphering and solving puzzles in these 360° digital escape rooms. All 3 escape rooms are designed to work for a laptop, tablet, or smart phone. Students will solve a series of clues based on the texts. The clues require comprehension skills, finding textual evidence, and making inferences.The 3 Short Story Themed Escape Rooms
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7th - 12th
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The Lottery by Shirley Jackson Whole Book Quiz & Vocabulary Activities
Follow up your reading of "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson with this engaging vocabulary Google Slides digital notebook and Google Form Quiz. The quiz is over the vocabulary words AND the entire short story. The digital vocabulary notebook includes a teacher notebook with answer key. Teachers can place the notebook on their interactive whiteboard and the whole class can drag and drop, match, and write the meaningful sentences together OR it can be assigned individually through Google Classroo
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7th - 12th
The Gift of the Magi : Short Story Stations: Digital Activity
Learning stations are the perfect way to review the ideas and structure of a short story. With a little preparation and careful instructions, students can rotate through several text based activities with simply a “rotate” from the teacher every 9-10 minutes.You get 9 literacy stations based on O'Henry's "The Gift of the Magi" . The stations include engaging lessons about characterization, plot, tone, allegory, textual analysis, author's intrusion,graphic organizer, irony, biblical allusion, arc
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6th - 12th
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Thematic Short Story Unit Plan on Fear and Curiosity for High School (Printable)
Embrace the Halloween spirit and help high school students interpret and analyze short stories of increasing rigor with this low-prep, six-week thematic unit plan on the power of fear and curiosity. Supporting materials such as comprehension quizzes, close reading analysis worksheets, public domain narratives, research project materials, a summative assessment, a test prep study guide, and answer keys are provided. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a Go
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9th - 12th
Thematic Short Story Unit Plan on Fear and Curiosity for High School (Google)
Embrace the Halloween spirit (no matter the time of year) and help high school students interpret and analyze short stories of increasing rigor with this low-prep, six-week thematic unit plan on the power of fear and curiosity. Supporting materials such as comprehension quizzes, close reading analysis worksheets, public domain narratives, research project materials, a summative assessment, a test prep study guide, and answer keys are provided. Materials are made for Google Drive, offering self
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9th - 12th
Collection of Christmas Mini Books and Lessons for Primary + BONUS
Collection of Christmas Mini Books and Lessons for Primary includes 4 of my popular Christmas mini books and lessons AND a special bonus:#1. Advent Mini Book, Lesson and Song#2. Christmas Mini Book about Counting to 20 and Lesson#3. Christmas Mini Book about the Nativity Story and Lesson#4. Christmas Around the World Mini Book and Lesson# 5 BONUS: Look At The Ornaments: Christmas Mini Book about ColoursEach Christmas mini book is offered in 3 different templates - read, trace, draw, and include
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PreK - 4th
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