High school End of Year literature songs for staff

End of Year, Holidays/Seasonal, Music

This is an original Kinder or Pre-K graduation/performance parody of the popular song "Can't Stop the Feeling" by Justin Timberlake from Trolls Movie. Your kids will love learning and singing this wonderful song for graduation/performance day. K or Pre-K grad song fun! It contains the pdf of the lyrics, a printable version of it, and even the audio file! INCLUDING INSTRUMENTAL VERSION to be used as a guidance during practice. The audio file will make teaching this song a breeze. Get the CHO

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PreK - 5th, Staff

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Also included in: ALL MY KINDER GRADUATION STORE BUNDLE!!! MP3, videos, lyrics, oh my!

Poetry & Song Lyrics Comparison Activity w/Key

Created by

Tracee Orman

Students have a hard time understanding poetry, but put the words into a song & they seem to get it. This exercise pairs up songs with poems that have similar literary elements and/or themes to make it easier for students to understand difficult concepts. See the free download for a listing of all the songs & poems included in this lesson. Teacher's guide/answer key included! Created by Tracee Orman www.traceeorman.com This IS included in my mega bundle: ALL of my POETRY RESOURCES G

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Activities, Handouts, Songs

Grades:

8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Taylor Swift Lyrics Coloring Page Bookmark Set {VERSION 1}

Created by

Class with Jess

There are 8 unique bookmarks in this set. Each one features lyrics from Taylor Swift songs. They are fully black and white so that students can color them! Version 2 can be found here.Click here to follow me!

Subjects:

Library Skills, Literature, Reading

Grades:

3rd - 12th

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Activities, Songs, Printables

Also included in: Taylor Swift Lyrics Coloring Page Bookmark BUNDLE

Nothing Gold Can Stay by Robert Frost — Poem Analysis, The Outsiders Activity

Created by

Chomping at the Lit

This lesson is a poem analysis of "Nothing Gold Can Stay" by Robert Frost. This is a perfect side activity for the novel The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton!This activity also works on its own if you are looking just to teach about the poem itself. Your students don't have to be reading The Outsiders.In Chapter 5 of The Outsiders, Ponyboy recites the poem "Nothing Gold Can Stay." This poem plays a major role in the novel as it represents the universal message to stay gold and stay pure. Have your stud

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Literature, Poetry, Writing

Grades:

6th - 10th

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Worksheets, Songs

CCSS:

RL.8.1

, RL.8.2

, RL.8.3

, RL.8.4

, RL.8.5

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Also included in: The Outsiders Novel Study | Complete Unit Plan

Identifying theme and tone using paired readings

Created by

The Tip Top Teacher

Check out the updated version of this assignment. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Mother-to-Son-and-Dear-Mama-Paired-Reading-3835433 Students will identify the theme and tone using "Mother to Son" by Langston Hughes and "Dear Mama" by Tupac Shakur.

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6th - 12th

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Handouts, Songs, Lesson

ALL MY KINDER GRADUATION STORE BUNDLE!!! MP3, videos, lyrics, oh my!

Created by

End of Year, For All Subject Areas, Music

Here you will find ALL my KINDER graduation files ever post in TpT including: All parodies with MP3 guide & instrumental,choreography videos & full program COMBO!!I will update this BUNDLE the summer after I add a parody to my store :)

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PreK - 12th, Staff

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Langston Hughes & Tupac Shakur Bundle - I, too, Changes, Harlem, The Rose ...

Created by

Lighthouse Lit

While from different eras, Tupac Shakur and Langston Hughes use poetry and music to explore themes of identity, social injustice, and the African American experience. Studying them together allows a deeper understanding of how art can serve as a platform for advocating change.What's included:- Langston Hughes Biography- Tupac Shakur Biography- I, Too vs Changes- Mother to Son vs Dear Mama- Harlem vs The Rose that Grew from Concrete

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Unit Plans, Songs, Lesson

Grades:

6th - 12th

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CCSS:

RL.7.1

, RL.7.2

, RL.7.10

, W.7.5

, SL.7.1

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Julia Alvarez ~ Before We Were Free MASTER PACKET (46 pages)

Created by

The Veteran's Classroom

Aligned to the Common Core this is a 46-page packet of materials and tests (with KEY) over each chapter of the novel, Before We Were Free by Julia Alvarez. This is all "stuff" I've used in classrooms for nearly a decade of teaching this coming of age novel. The packet includes: • Learning Essentials & Expectations • Chapter Vocabulary • Quizzes • Study Guide for Every Chapter • Essay Rubric • Final Test with KEY • Maps • Character Guide • Extras!!!

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Literature, Reading Strategies, Vocabulary

Grades:

7th - 12th

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Long Live by Taylor Swift Poetry Analysis

Created by

Guilianna McGinniss

During a poetry unit, it’s pretty easy for students to get lost. That’s why I created this resource. Students will complete a poetry analysis of the song “Long Live” by Taylor Swift. Students will analyze the following components of a poem: theme, speaker, word choice, imagery, figurative language, and tone. Once students complete the poetry analysis, it may be helpful to have them conduct their own poetry analysis reviewing figurative language. In the product, I have also included a figurative

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Literature, Music, Poetry

Grades:

4th - 12th

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CCSS:

RL.4.2

, RL.5.1

, RL.5.2

, RL.5.4

, RL.5.5

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Langston Hughes - Mother to Son - Tupac - Dear Mama - Poem & Song Comparison

Created by

Lighthouse Lit

Matching these two touching pieces will help students highlight differences in perspectives, tones, and eras. The pre-activity questions and extension activities will allow students to reflect on their own loved ones.What's included:- Teaching Guide- Pre-reading Questions- Mother to Son Analysis Questions- Dear Mama Analysis Questions- Poem & Song Comparison Questions- Tone Venn Diagram- Extension Activity- Answer Keys

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Activities, Songs, Lesson

Grades:

6th - 12th

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CCSS:

RL.7.1

, RL.7.2

, RL.7.10

, W.7.5

, SL.7.1

...

Also included in: Langston Hughes & Tupac Shakur Bundle - I, too, Changes, Harlem, The Rose ...

Poetry and Modern Song Stations - Theme Activity (10 songs & 10 poems!)

Created by

Making Literature Easy

Product Description-7 stations match up songs and poems-Stations have 2-4 texts included (10 poems and 10 songs total included)-Each station has students find a theme, quote, and connection. Some stations ask additional questions. This is a Word document, so you can add extra questions to the directions and answer sheets if you'd like. -Songs are from Ariana Grande, Ed Sheeran, Brantley Gilbert, Post Malone, Juice Wrld, Andra Day, etc. -Poems are all American Literature poems from Maya Angelou,

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7th - 12th

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End of Year, Music, Summer

You Are Retiring! ("I'm a Believer" parody) retirement song end-of-school

Created by

Laura Herring

This makes a great gift/send-off for that beloved member of your school that is retiring. Get your staff and students singing to this catchy tune. Karaoke tracks can be found on youtube. Sung to the tune of "I'm a Believer" by the Monkees or by SmasthMouth (from the movie 'Shrek'). Cute, funny lyrics. Easy to learn! Also available in my store as a pdf and Powerpoint! Enjoy!

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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff

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Handouts, Songs, Printables

Analyzing Macbeth through Music Character Analysis Activities Acts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Created by

21stCenturyLit

What better way to make Macbeth by Shakespeare more relevant to students than by analyzing the play through music? This engaging set of five song comparisons (one for each act of the play!) contains rigorous analysis questions and annotation activities that prompt students to make lyrical connections to Macbeth's character throughout the play. Not only will students be able to enjoy an interactive classroom atmosphere on these music analysis days, but they will also learn much more about Macbeth

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English Language Arts, Literature, Reading

Grades:

9th - 12th

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Activities, Songs, Printables

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Also included in: Macbeth Analysis Bundle - Introduction, Language, Soliloquies Acts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

End of the Year Program Bundle

Created by

The Brighter Rewriter

Celebrate the end of the school year using song lyrics, several PPTs, a music video, and a funny skit. Bonus files are also included with ideas, cheers, and jokes that will help you plan and present a great EOY program, assembly, or talent show for upper elementary students. Most of the song lyrics are about the end of the school year and summer break, but lyrics are also included for graduation and retirement. Lots of fun for teachers and students!Music is NOT included for the pop song rewrites

Subjects:

Drama, End of Year, Music

Grades:

3rd - 5th, Staff

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Activities, Songs, Scripts

No Prep Kinder Full program COMBO! 5-MP3 songs, lyrics & accomp. K grad

Created by

End of Year, Music, Other (Arts)

Hi y’all!, here is a no-prep Kinder full Program Graduation Mega COLLECTION (bundle) of songs with MP3 files and lyrics to wow your audience while making the teaching a breeze. .5 Zip-File products, all with lyrics, MP3 and instrumental:*BESTSELLER “Shake it off” parody.*”What Makes You Beautiful” parody.*”Addams Family” parody.*”New York, New York” parody*SPANISH GRAD SONG: “Celebrate Good Times” parody.In addition to this, we added in this PDF, 5 more lyrics of well-known songs that can be add

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Grades:

PreK - 2nd, Staff

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English Language Arts, Literature, Other (ELA)

Also included in: ALL MY KINDER GRADUATION STORE BUNDLE!!! MP3, videos, lyrics, oh my!

Classic/Contemporary Poetry Comparison: Bruno Mars vs. Shakespeare

Created by

Krissy Edwards

Help students take another look at Shakespeare by comparing Sonnet 130 to a song they probably know (as of 2011, anyway). This lesson compares Bruno Mars' hit song "Just the Way You Are" with Shakespeare's Sonnet 130 (My mistress' eyes are nothing like the sun). Show students two different types of love poems while also teaching them to identify poetic elements of imagery, rhyme, rhyme scheme, rhythm, and the form of the sonnet. This file is a 6-page document including teacher guide/lesson proce

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Grades:

8th - 12th

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Activities, Handouts, Songs

Kinder Pre-K Graduation Song "Better When I'm Dancing" parody MP3 Peanuts movie

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End of Year, Holidays/Seasonal, Music

Here is another fun original Kinder or Pre-K graduation/performance parody of the popular song "Better When I'm Dancing" from the PEANUTS movie with Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the whole gang. Your kids will love learning and singing this wonderful song for graduation/performance day. Kinder and Pre-K grad song fun! The audio file will make teaching this song a breeze. INCLUDES: * 2 audio files: With voice for practice and instrumental. * Slide presentation of lyrics. * Printable lyrics. We wis

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PreK - 5th, Staff

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Also included in: ALL MY KINDER GRADUATION STORE BUNDLE!!! MP3, videos, lyrics, oh my!

"Baby Shark" Grad parody song. Mp3 guide and instrumental. Kinder, Pre-K or any!

Created by

End of Year, For All Subjects, Music

This product includes an original Kinder or Pre-K graduation/performance parody of the popular song "Baby Shark". You will get everything you need for your young students to shine on graduation/performance day. It contains the pdf of the lyrics, a printable version of it, lyrics AND even the audio file! INCLUDING INSTRUMENTAL VERSION to be used as a guidance during practice. The audio file will make teaching this song a breeze!Get the Spanish Version of this Song in the Happy Tunes store.We wish

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Grades:

PreK - 5th, Staff

Types:

Balanced Literacy, Literature, Reading Strategies

Also included in: ALL MY KINDER GRADUATION STORE BUNDLE!!! MP3, videos, lyrics, oh my!

Literary Elements in Song Lyrics: Organizers & Key for Rap Song

Created by

Ann Smith

This LITERARY Elements Analysis lesson is used with the song lyrics of Coolio's "Gangsta's Paradise" If you want an avenue to truly reach many of your students in teaching them literary elements and how to identify and analyze them, this product is perfect for that! Elements of Focus: Theme/Main Idea, Allusion, Irony, Idiom, Personification, Metaphor, Oxymoron PDF file contains 7 pages-- 3 student printable organizers with literary elements in which student provides lyrics from song displayin

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Grades:

7th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff

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Activities, Songs, Graphic Organizers

Language Arts Activity: Using YOUTUBE Music Videos to Teach the Elements of Plot

Created by

Brad Hulman

The students are shown five popular music videos on YOUTUBE. While watching the videos they make notes. After watching, they work together to answer questions concerning the elements of plot in each video. Then individually, each student charts the elements of plot in one of the five videos.

Subjects:

Literature, Short Stories, Writing

Grades:

6th - 9th

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