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Short stories Common Core W.4.5 resources for homeschool
Person I Admire Essay - A Scaffolded Descriptive Writing Activity
This no prep "Person I Admire" essay helps students walk through the writing process so that they can write a successful descriptive essay about a person they admire. Help students celebrate a person they love for Grandparents' Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, or other special holidays while also improving their writing skills. This scaffolded writing activity includes:2 Brainstorming pages - students are provided with sentence frames, descriptive words, and other guidance to help them with th
Grades:
2nd - 4th
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Christmas Story Starters & Craftivity
❅ Christmas Story Starters & Craft: It’s fun to write funny narratives. Here’s a set of narrative prompts with a familiar theme--Santa Claus gets stuck in a chimney.There are many variations of the same theme out there...and of the accompanying craft. I’ve included my original hand drawn patterns for Santa's boots and a chimney (which can also be turned into a fireplace). The patterns are not clip art, but can be used to print, trace, and cut out. Directions are included. Once kids complete
Grades:
1st - 4th
Also included in: Christmas Literacy Bundle
A Snow Day Writing Activity and Mini Unit
Let it snow! Are you ready for some wintery fun? With this mini unit, students will be writing a personal narrative about a snowy day and learning strategies for elaborating and using details. This can also be a great resource for sub plans!This packet is full of ideas and strategies to help your writers create a story about their snowy adventures using details and practicing the skill of elaborating. This is perfect to use during those long winter months to support your students in growing thei
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Grades:
2nd - 5th
Also included in: Winter Story Writing Bundle
The Jacket by Gary Soto - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "The Jacket" by Gary Soto has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resource: brainstorm
Grades:
4th - 5th
Narrative Writing Student Pages
This pack includes student pages for every step of the writing process, including brainstorming pages, planning pages, an anchor chart, as well as draft and final copy papers. This pack can be used along with any narrative writing unit and also includes strategies for teaching students to elaborate in their writing!What's included:4 types of student brainstorming pages3 types of story planners1 story mountain anchor chart3 elaboration techniques, each with teacher directions and student practice
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Winter Story Writing Bundle
Tuesday of the Other June - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Tuesday of the Other June" by Norma Fox Mazer has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this
Grades:
4th - 5th
McBroom and the Big Wind Story Activities
McBroom and the Big Wind by Sid Fleischman makes students laugh out loud. Students identify hyperbole and the elements of a tall tale while reading McBroom and the Big Wind. As a culminating activity, students can create their own tall tale and publish it in a DIY pop-up book.
All or some of the materials can be used depending on the age of your students. I use this story with 4th graders, but it could be adapted for younger students.
Resource Includes:
Common Core Standards (4th grade)
Discu
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Grades:
3rd - 5th
Also included in: Tall Tales Lesson Plans Bundle
Narrative Writing Step-By-Step Student Booklet
This Narrative Writing Unit is a step-by-step guided approach designed for whole class use to support your most reluctant writers to your most prolific.
Many students begin to write fictional narratives at a very early age perhaps due to their exposure to fairy tales. Their imaginative stories contain some interesting characters but often fall flat due to a lack of a plot line. Even older students, with all their creative ideas, fall short for the same reason. How many narratives have your read
Grades:
2nd - 5th
Describing Setting- A Narrative Writing Activity
With this activity, students can add details to their stories by using their five senses to elaborate on what they experienced. Use this as a whole group or small group activity. It can be used to teach a strategy before writing, or as a revision tool to revise and add more details to a story that students have already started!What's Included:Quick activity description and sample think aloud questionsOne student worksheet for brainstorming and listing with 5 sensesOne student worksheet for turni
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2nd - 5th
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Also included in: Winter Story Writing Bundle
My Proud Cloud Journal for Self Reflection & Confidence: 30 Writing Prompts
This Proud Cloud Journal provides a fun and engaging way for students to gain and build self-esteem and self-confidence through daily prompt writing. Empower students to explore their creativity and develop a deeper appreciation for life through proud moments, experiences and thoughts. What's Included?- Title Page- Index- 30 individual writing prompts✨PDF COPY✨EDITABLE CANVA COPY✨EDITABLE GOOGLE SLIDES COPYHow it helps your students:Helps students appreciate the world around them more.Improves t
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3rd - 6th, Higher Education
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Ghost of the Lagoon - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing Resource
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Ghost of the Lagoon" by Armstrong Sperry has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this reso
Grades:
4th - 5th
When I am 100 Years Old Writing Activity - Fun 100th Day Writing Project
This no prep "When I am 100 Years Old" resource helps students walk through the writing process so that they can write a successful 5 paragraph essay inspired by the writing prompt "When I am 100 Years Old." This makes a great activity for the 100th Day of School or anytime you want students to practice the writing process in a fun way. This scaffolded writing activity includes:Brainstorming page - students use a graphic organizer and a list of descriptive words to help with their brainstorming
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2nd - 4th
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What's the Worst that Could Happen? Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Writing
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "What's the Worst that Could Happen?" by Bruce Coville has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered
Grades:
4th - 5th
The Ransom of Red Chief - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "The Ransom of Red Chief" by O. Henry has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resource
Grades:
4th - 5th
Perseverance Journal for Self Esteem & Self Reflection: Creative Writing
This Perseverance journal package provides a unique and engaging way for students to gain build self-esteem and self-confidence through daily prompt writing. Empower students to explore their creativity and develop a deeper appreciation for life.What's Included?- Title Page- Index- 30 individual writing prompts✨PDF COPY✨EDITABLE CANVA COPY✨EDITABLE GOOGLE SLIDES COPYWhy?✍️Develop a deeper appreciation for the world around them.✍️Enhance their writing abilities across various genres and styles.✍️
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3rd - 6th, Higher Education
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Duffy's Jacket by Bruce Coville Text Based Evidence Text Analysis Essay Writing
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Duffy's Jacket" by Bruce Coville has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resource: br
Grades:
4th - 5th
Charles by Shirley Jackson - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Charles" by Shirley Jackson has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resource: brainst
Grades:
4th - 5th
The Zoo by Edward Hoch - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "The Zoo" by Edward Hoch has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resource: brainstormi
Grades:
4th - 5th
Daily Gratitude Journal Writing for Growth Mindset: 115 Prompts for Stage 2
This all-in-one gratitude journal creative writing package provides a fun and engaging way for students to boost their gratitude while targeting their writing skills daily. It empowers students to explore their creativity, self-esteem, self-awareness and positive wellbeing! What's Included?✨Student Writing Journal Cover Page: A personalized cover page for students to make their journal unique.✨Student Welcome and Editing Explanation Page: An introduction to the journal and an overview of the 3 R
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3rd - 6th
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The Fun They Had - Text Analysis Writing Prompt, Text Based Evidence Unit
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "The Fun They Had" by Isaac Asimov has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this re
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Grades:
4th - 5th
Chivalry by Neil Gaiman - Text Analysis Writing Prompt, Text Based Evidence Unit
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Chivalry" by Neil Gaiman has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resource: b
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Grades:
4th - 5th
The Rocket Man - Text Analysis Writing Prompt, Text Based Evidence Unit
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "The Rocket Man" by Ray Bradbury has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this reso
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Grades:
4th - 5th
Rikki Tikki Tavi- Text Analysis Writing Prompt, Text Based Evidence Unit
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Rikki Tikki Tavi" by Rudyard Kipling has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in thi
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Grades:
4th - 5th
Writing A Hook
Writing a Hook is a narrative writing lesson to help your students learn how to write an interesting introduction. Writing a Hook is an important skill for writing interesting stories and this lesson walks your students through what a hook is, why it’s important, tips to make a hook good, and 10 common types of hooks. The step-by-step slide show has slide-by-slide teacher directions to make the teaching process easy. The student workbook has review worksheets and activities to help your students
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Grades:
4th - 6th
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