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To Build a Fire by Jack London Short Story Anticipation Guide & Pre-Reading

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The *BEST* ANTICIPATION GUIDE EVER. In the past, this story always used to put my students to sleep. I came up with this pre-reading activity, and my students really got into it. They even stayed awake for the story! It allows them to connect with

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English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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The Cask of Amontillado Fun Creative Project | Create an Original Coat of Arms

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This is a fun, creative project to use before, during, or after reading "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe. Montresor mentions his family's coat of arms on several occasions in the story, which reinforces the story's theme of revenge.

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English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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The Cask of Amontillado BUNDLE Irony Digital Escape Room, Lesson, Project, Essay

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This bundle includes all the tools and resources necessary for an engaging and meaningful study of Edgar Allan Poe's short story "The Cask of Amontillado."Pre-Reading Activitiesview Edgar Allan Poe A&E Biographyread William Blake's "A Poison

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English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Activities, Games, Lesson

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The Pit and the Pendulum BUNDLE | Annotated Text and Assessments Print & Digital

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45 pages of annotated teacher versions and blank student versions (original and two abridged versions of the text) WITH literary and vocabulary assessments included as well as a creative theme-based poetry project.RELATED PRODUCTS:The Raven - a

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English Language Arts, Short Stories, Close Reading

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Activities, Assessment, Lesson

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"Dr. Heidegger's Experiment" Lab Report Template

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Analyze Nathaniel Hawthorne's short story in a unique way that is fitting for the story! Students write a lab report that not only follows the scientific method but also shows whether or not students comprehended the story.PDF and editable .DOC

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English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

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9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Activities

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Thank You Ma'am by Langston Hughes Activity | Letter from Roger Creative Writing

By Creativity and Assessment in ELA

This is a great culminating writing assignment that teaches students proper business letter format at the same time! Students write a letter from Roger to Mrs. Luella Bates Washington Jones. The assignment is laid out as a business letter to give

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Short Stories

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Projects, Activities, Homework

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Masque of the Red Death Complete Unit BUNDLE Annotation Lesson, Project, & More!

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This bundle includes all the tools and resources necessary for an engaging and meaningful study of Edgar Allan Poe's short story "The Masque of the Red Death."Pre-Reading view Edgar Allan Poe A&E Biographyintro to Gothic literature digital

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English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Lesson

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RL.8.1, RL.8.2, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.2, RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2, RL.11-12.3

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The Story of an Hour BUNDLE | Annotation Lesson Vocabulary Quiz & Theme Activity

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“The Story of an Hour” is the perfect short story for multiple reads and deeper analysis. This bundle includes three separate products: Use this annotation lesson to guide your students through the story while analyzing irony and foreshadowing.Use

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English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Activities, Assessment, Lesson

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The Story of an Hour Lesson | Annotation activity for foreshadowing & irony

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Print and digital options included! Students highlight and annotate Kate Chopin's short story to recognize situation, dramatic, and verbal irony and foreshadowing.“The Story of an Hour” is the perfect short story for multiple reads. Use this

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.8.1, RL.8.2, RL.8.3, RL.8.6, RL.8.10, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.2, RL.9-10.3, RL.9-10.10, RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2...

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The Masque of the Red Death Lesson | Annotation for Motifs, Symbolism, & Theme

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Print and digital annotation-friendly options included! What if Death showed up in disguise at an exclusive party in the middle of a pandemic? Students highlight and annotate Edgar Allan Poe's Gothic story for the recurring motifs of disease, time,

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.8.1, RL.8.2, RL.8.10, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.2, RL.9-10.3, RL.9-10.10, RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.10

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Masque of the Red Death Creative Project | Masquerade Mask One Pager Alternative

By Creativity and Assessment in ELA

A visual, fun, hands-on option! Put your students’ creativity on display after reading Edgar Allan Poe’s Gothic horror story with a focus on theme, setting, and symbolism. Assess your students’ understanding of the short story with this creative

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Assessment

CCSS:

RL.8.1, RL.8.2, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.2, RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2, RL.11-12.3

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The Cask of Amontillado Lesson | Annotation activity for irony & comprehension

By Creativity and Assessment in ELA

Print and digital options included! Students highlight and annotate Edgar Allan Poe's story to recognize situation, dramatic, and verbal irony and demonstrate comprehension.This product includes an annotation-friendly version of the story. Free

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.7.1, RL.7.2, RL.7.10, RL.8.1, RL.8.2, RL.8.6, RL.8.10, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.2, RL.9-10.3, RL.9-10.10...

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The Pit and the Pendulum Refrigerator Magnet Poem Theme-Based Creative Activity

By Creativity and Assessment in ELA

A fun, visual, and creative writing poetry project to use after reading Edgar Allan Poe’s short story “The Pit and the Pendulum.” Give your students the opportunity to be creative while demonstrating a deeper understanding of the text and its

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Short Stories

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.9-10.2, RL.11-12.2

$1.95

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Masque of the Red Death Hexagonal Thinking Activity Symbols & Theme Discussion

By Creativity and Assessment in ELA

A great alternative assessment piece! A great way to add depth and complexity to student discussion! Students analyze the recurring motifs of disease, time, and wealth in Edgar Allan Poe's Gothic story using hexagonal thinking to explore symbolism

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.8.1, RL.8.2, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.2, RL.9-10.3, RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2, RL.11-12.3

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To Build a Fire Refrigerator Magnet Poem | Theme-Based Creative Writing Activity

By Creativity and Assessment in ELA

A fun, visual, and creative writing poetry project to use after reading Jack London's short story “To Build a Fire.” Give your students the opportunity to be creative while demonstrating a deeper understanding of the text and its complex

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Short Stories

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.7.2, RL.8.2, RL.9-10.2, RL.11-12.2

$1.95

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The Story of an Hour Refrigerator Magnet Poem | Theme-Based Creative Activity

By Creativity and Assessment in ELA

A fun, visual, and creative writing poetry project to use after reading Kate Chopin's short story “The Story of an Hour.” Give your students the opportunity to be creative while demonstrating a deeper understanding of the text and its complex

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Short Stories

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.9-10.2, RL.11-12.2

$1.95

Online Resource
Google Slides™

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The Veldt Refrigerator Magnet Poem Theme-Based Creative Writing Activity Project

By Creativity and Assessment in ELA

A fun, visual, and creative poetry project to use after reading Ray Bradbury’s short story “The Veldt.” Give your students the opportunity to be creative while demonstrating a deeper understanding of the text and its complex themes.Students can

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Short Stories

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.6.2, RL.7.2, RL.8.2, RL.9-10.2

$1.95

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Harrison Bergeron Refrigerator Magnet Poem Theme-Based Creative Writing Activity

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A fun, visual, and creative poetry project to use after reading Kurt Vonnegut’s short story “Harrison Bergeron.” Give your students the opportunity to be creative while demonstrating a deeper understanding of the text and its complex themes.Students

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Short Stories

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.7.2, RL.8.2, RL.9-10.2

$1.95

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Masque of the Red Death Anticipation Activity Pre-Reading Bell Ringer

By Creativity and Assessment in ELA

This anticipation activity to use prior to reading "The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe. It is a quick exercise that will peak student interest immediately while exposing them to some unknown vocabulary*.Print document on card stock and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

Types:

Activities, Handouts

$1.50

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The Story of an Hour Vocabulary Quiz or Pre-Reading Practice Activity

By Creativity and Assessment in ELA

This activity can be used prior to reading "The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin. It is a quick exercise to expose them to some unknown vocabulary. It can also be used after reading as a quiz. Make sure your students know the meaning of the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Lesson

CCSS:

L.8.4, L.8.4a, L.9-10.4, L.9-10.4a, L.11-12.4, L.11-12.4a

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13+ years of ELA classroom experience! I earned my degree in English at Michigan State University with secondary education certification.

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I like to encourage creativity in English Language Arts. My teaching style takes a balanced approach between writing, project and research-based learning, and objective assessment. I am a huge advocate of multi-genre writing.

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