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High school close reading outlines for homeschool
Because of Winn Dixie | Novel Study | Use With Notice and Note Signposts
It goes without saying that teachers want their students to be attentive and analytical readers of text. But how does one actually go about teaching students the process of getting there?Enter Notice and Note. Notice & Note has quickly become a teacher favorite, thanks to the super effective close reading techniques outlined in the book, Notice & Note: Strategies for Close Reading, written by Kylene Beers and Robert E. Probst. Essentially, there are six signposts that serve as signals fo
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3rd - 5th
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Also included in:Â BUNDLE | Because of Winn Dixie | ESCAPE ROOM and NOTICE AND NOTE Signposts
RACES Writing Strategy FREEBIE
Use the RACES strategy to teach or review response writing. This freebie set can be used in multiple ways in your classroom. Use it to teach or review the concept, include the pages in interactive notebooks, and use as a template to answer constructed responses.This freebie includes a few pages from a comprehensive response writing resource. Click here to check out the Writing Responses with RACES resource.The acronyms RACES and RACER both included.RACES:*Restate*Answer*Cite evidence*Explain &am
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3rd - 6th
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Plot Story Structure Roller-coaster Image Worksheet
Use this handy worksheet/organizer when teaching your students about story structure/plot.
The structure of a story is presented as like a roller-coaster. The worksheet contains space for students to plot an existing story or to use when writing their own story.
Headings include:
- Exposition
- Conflict
- Inciting incident
- Rising Action
- Climax
- Falling Action
- Resolution
Enjoy!
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4th - 9th
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Author's Point of View Cheat Sheet! {Freebie!} (First, Second, Third Person)
Free for all your needs in helping students remember the multiple methods that writers may use to narrate their stories. This author point of view cheat sheet is also super handy for writing units and helping students pick as well as stick to their narrative style.Each point of view is simply defined. Additionally clear examples of word choices that fit with each style are given. If you are looking to nail the common core standard "Explain how an author develops the point of view of the narrator
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4th - 9th
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Bundle of 23 I Survived Book Report Brochures
Each book title includes 2 pages PDF printable. PLUS a blank template you can customize with your own questions. If you print front and back it’ll be a one-page brochure. Size: 8.5"x11" The section questions include the following:What event took place in this story?What year did this event happen?What location did this event take place?Was this a natural disaster, manmade disaster or something else entirely?List impactful quotes.Give your rating 1-5 stars.What did you learn from this book?List s
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4th - 12th
Five-Sentence Summary Graphic Organizer
This two-page graphic organizer helps students organize their thoughts and write a clear, well-structured five-sentence summary of a fiction or nonfiction text. Many students struggle to include the most important details in their summaries, or these details are not presented in a logical order. This document breaks down the task of writing a summary into smaller tasks, beginning with identifying the who, what, where, when, and why of the story.This document contains two pages. The first page as
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Grades:
3rd - 9th
Also included in:Â English Language Arts Graphic Organizers Bundle: Writing and Vocabulary
AP Lit: Q3 Theme Essay - Prompt, Thesis, & Paragraph Breakdown Bundle
Whether you are just beginning to teach your students the Q3 Theme Essay on the AP Literature and Composition exam or merely looking for another resource to guarantee your students the thesis point AND set them up to earn sophistication - this resource is calling to you!Prompt & Thesis BreakdownThe LessonThe lesson uses the 2022 Question 3 Theme prompt on HierarchyIn five steps, the slideshow breaks down to students how to:read and interpret the promptcraft a thesis statementStudents can fil
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
I Survived the American Revolution, 1776 | Novel Study Notice and Note Signposts
It goes without saying that teachers want their students to be attentive and analytical readers of text. But how does one actually go about teaching students the process of getting there?Enter Notice and Note. Notice & Note has quickly become a teacher favorite, thanks to the super effective close reading techniques outlined in the book, Notice & Note: Strategies for Close Reading, written by Kylene Beers and Robert E. Probst. Essentially, there are six signposts that serve as signals fo
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3rd - 5th
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Reading Strategy Guiding Worksheet and Graphic Organizer *BUNDLE*
This bundle can be used in a variety of different ways. In my classroom, I have used to it to introduce the reading strategy, close reading, reciprocal teaching groups, guided reading groups, reading stations, reading rotations, partner work, assessments, anchor chart and a graphic organizer. It helps the students get through the necessary steps with probing questions that lead them into their final conclusion.The best part about this worksheet is that it can be paired with ANY TEXT! It provides
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2nd - 10th
The Crucible by Arthur Miller - Activities Bundle
A selection of activities / worksheets designed to engage students in the play by Arthur Miller.The solutions to all activities are included.Click on the links to read a detailed description of each item.
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9th - 12th
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ELA - 8 Crossword Puzzles + PLUS + 3 FREE Harry Potter Novel Study Posters!
8 Color Crossword Puzzles & 8 Informational Texts: English Language Arts Bundle Pack*Thesis Statement *Plagiarism, & Citing Sources*Narrative Writing, Sequence, & Theme*Plot Structure*Poetry Terms #1*Poetry Terms #2*Figurative Language #1*Figurative Language #2Color Crossword Puzzles are a new and fun way for students to learn important concepts in Language Arts! Students uncover each puzzle, by coloring brilliant designs to reveal each crossword puzzle, using a color-by-letter, colo
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5th - 12th
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Close and Critical Reading Strategies A Nationally Published Teacher Resource
My resource is nationally published located in the SBAC Teacher Resource Library, UCLA. A must have for all teachers when it comes to teaching reading strategies that deal with complex text. Excellent for all subject areas. My students thrive when working with various complex text after mastering these strategies. It also shows on their state test scores. I published this in 2013 and yes these strategies still work today! Support your students by giving them the tools that will help them break d
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K - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Bridge to Terabithia | Novel Study | Use With Notice and Note Signposts
It goes without saying that teachers want their students to be attentive and analytical readers of text. But how does one actually go about teaching students the process of getting there?Enter Notice and Note. Notice & Note has quickly become a teacher favorite, thanks to the super effective close reading techniques outlined in the book, Notice & Note: Strategies for Close Reading, written by Kylene Beers and Robert E. Probst. Essentially, there are six signposts that serve as signals fo
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4th - 6th
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Also included in:Â BUNDLE | Bridge to Terabithia | ESCAPE ROOM and NOTICE AND NOTE Signposts
Literary Device Mini Lesson: Conflict Types Presentation and Writing Assignment
Enhance your classroom's literary analysis skills with this comprehensive conflict resource!This thoughtfully crafted product is designed to empower students to master the complexities of internal and external conflicts in literature and can be used as an introduction to conflict or a refresher lesson.Here's what this Literary Device Mini Lesson on Conflict Types has to offer: Informative Presentation: Dive deep into the types of conflict with a visually appealing and content-rich presentation.
Grades:
6th - 12th
AP Lit: Teach the Q2 Prose Essay - Thesis Focused (Step by Step Slideshow)
Whether you are just beginning to teach your students the Q2 Prose Essay on the AP Literature and Composition exam or merely looking for another resource to guarantee your students the thesis point AND set them up to earn sophistication - this resource is calling to you!The LessonThe lesson uses the 2007 Question 2 Prose prompt from Johnny Got His Gunprompt is updated with the current formatting from the 2019 exam revisionsIn seven steps, the slideshow breaks down to students how to:read and int
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in:Â AP Lit: Slideshow to Teach the Q2 Prose Essay + Thesis Template Posters
Reading Checklist | Test Prep | Scaffolding | Reading Comprehension | Annotate
This reading checklist is perfect for preparing your kids for the end of level reading test or you weekly check for understanding. The students fill out this checklist as they read a informational or literature text. It helps them to comprehend what the text was about and discover what the question is asking them to do. It is evidenced based and requires multiple readings to complete. What’s Included6 checklist versions range from extreme support to little to no support.The checklist includes th
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2nd - 10th
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Informative Passages - Informational Graphic Organizer - Essay Outline
Use these intriguing informative passages in your middle school class to teach informational essay writing or extended constructed responses. There are 3 sets of articles with 2 texts each on the topics of National Monuments, Machu Picchu, and the 4th of July/Fireworks. All of which are topics that are sure to fascinate your students!What's included:✅ Two passages about National Momuments✅ Two passages about Machu Picchu✅ Two passages about the 4th of July/Fireworks✅ Three informative prompts -
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6th - 8th
Hero's Journey Character Archetypes Notes and Powerpoint
This file contains fill in the blank notes and a powerpoint presentation outlining the character archetypes in the hero's journey. On the notes, there is also a list of the steps of the journey.I love going through movie characters, like Star Wars and Harry Potter, and pointing out the hero patterns and the other archetypes present. This really gets my kids interested in tracking the journey in whichever novel I present with it.You might also like:-Mythology Notes Powerpoint-Fill in the blank My
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7th - 10th
AP Lit: Q1 Poetry Essay - Prompt Breakdown, Thesis, & Exemplar Reflection Lesson
Whether you are just beginning to teach your students the Q1 Poetry Essay on the AP Literature and Composition exam or merely looking for another resource to guarantee your students the thesis point AND set them up to earn sophistication - this resource is calling to you! PLUS, now you can have your students follow up their learning by reflecting on exemplars and become more familiar with the grading rubric.The lesson uses the 2015 Question 2 Poem prompt for Derek Walcott's "XIV"prompt is update
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
CLOSE Reading Checklist
Help you students work their way through a text with ease using this CLOSE Reading guided checklist!Includes:-Whole page checklist-Individual checklists for each step
Grades:
2nd - 12th
AP Lit: Teach the Q3 Essay - Prompt Breakdown & Thesis Focus (Step by Step)
Whether you are just beginning to teach your students the Q3 Theme Essay on the AP Literature and Composition exam or merely looking for another resource to guarantee your students the thesis point AND set them up to earn sophistication - this resource is calling to you!The LessonThe lesson uses the 2022 Question 3 Theme prompt on HierarchyIn five steps, the slideshow breaks down to students how to:read and interpret the promptcraft a thesis statementStudents can fill out a chart that is mimicke
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
Also included in:Â AP Lit: Q3 Theme Essay - Prompt, Thesis, & Paragraph Breakdown Bundle
"Top 50 Epic Expressions: Euros 2024 - Creative Writing Activity Blitz!"
Embark on an epic journey into the heart of soccer excitement with "Epic Expressions: Euros 2024 - Creative Writing Activity Blitz!" This thrilling collection of 50 sentences captures the magic and drama of the upcoming Euros in Germany. From the roar of the crowd to the clash of the soccer titans, these sentences are a treasure trove of inspiration for young soccer fans aged 7-14.For Pupils:Each sentence is a gateway to imagination and creativity. Dive into the world of soccer legends, heroic v
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3rd - 9th
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Main Idea Reading Strategy Guiding Worksheet and Graphic Organizer
This single worksheet can be used in a variety of different ways. In my classroom, I have used to it to introduce the reading strategy, close reading, reciprocal teaching groups, guided reading groups, reading stations, reading rotations, partner work, assessments, anchor chart and a graphic organizer. It helps the students get through the necessary steps with probing questions that lead them into their final conclusion.The best part about this worksheet is that it can be paired with ANY TEXT! I
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1st - 10th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Also included in:Â Reading Strategy Guiding Worksheet and Graphic Organizer *BUNDLE*
Panem Reflections: Personalized Reading Log for The Hunger Games TRILOGY
Unlock the world of Panem and dive deep into the heart of the Hunger Games trilogy with the personalized reading log, now with a student sample version included! Designed to foster student autonomy and critical thinking, this comprehensive reading log transforms each chapter into a personal journey of reflection and connection.Aligned with Common Core ELA standards, this resource hits multiple targets, including:Reading Comprehension (CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RL.9-10.1): Students engage with the text o
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