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Argumentative Writing Middle School ELA Argument Essay PRINT & DIGITAL

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Q- What makes argument essay writing easier to teach?A- An EDITABLE argumentative writing unit with well-written mentor texts and a step-by-step process! Students will LOVE this argument essay writing unit, as well as the real-life application and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

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Research, Worksheets, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

W.6.1, W.6.1a, W.6.1b, W.6.1c, W.6.1d, W.6.1e, W.6.7, W.6.9, W.6.10, W.7.1, W.7.1a...

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Back to School - Open House - Meet the Teacher Slides Middle & High School

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

These editable templates are perfect for Back to School, Open House, or Meet the Teacher presentations, or even your class syllabus. They will all look classy and appropriate because these slides include sophisticated graphics befitting middle and

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For All Subject Areas, Back to School, For All Subjects

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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PowerPoint Presentations, Classroom Forms

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Two-Sentence Horror Stories - Micro Fiction Creative Writing

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Do you need a fun creative writing lesson or an engaging Halloween writing activity that will leave your kids begging for more? Kids love reading and writing two-sentence horror stories! But it's not all about fun. Micro-fiction requires writing

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

W.6.3, W.6.4, W.6.5, W.6.10, W.7.3, W.7.4, W.7.5, W.7.10, W.8.3, W.8.4, W.8.5...

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Mindfulness Bell Ringer Journal

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

This mindfulness journal provides an ideal way to start class, or it can be used any time students need to be refocused. Introducing young people to mindfulness — in which the brain is relaxed but focused — can provide them with a lifetime of mind

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, For All Subjects

Grades:

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

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Activities, Lesson, Centers

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Back to School - Open House - Meet the Teacher DIGITAL Middle & High School

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

These editable templates are perfect for Back to School or Meet the Teacher presentations, or even your class syllabus. They will all look classy and appropriate because these slides include sophisticated graphics befitting middle and high school.

Subjects:

For All Subject Areas, Back to School, For All Subjects

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Classroom Forms, Google Apps, Microsoft OneDrive

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Text Evidence Stems Bulletin Board and Student Notes

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Text evidence and accountable talk stems for middle school and upper elementary students will look beautiful on a bulletin board, while helping students communicate using specific details. Middle school classroom decor has never been so useful!

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

Types:

Word Walls, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1

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Argument Writing DIGITAL Interactive Argumentative Essay

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Argumentative Essay Writing: Google Classroom for Middle School ELA Remote Teaching‪Teaching the argument essay is so much easier when you have a step-by-step digital interactive unit that guides kids through the entire process. With just a few

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English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

Types:

Unit Plans, Google Apps, Microsoft OneDrive

CCSS:

W.6.1, W.7.1, W.8.1, W.9-10.1, CCRA.W.1

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Customizable Escape Room for Any Topic or Subject

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

This creative ESCAPE ROOM adventure includes blank task cards that are completely editable and customizable! You can type in ANY questions, problems, or tasks you would like students to tackle. You can even use the editable PowerPoint slide version

Subjects:

Reading, Critical Thinking, For All Subject Areas

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Games

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Exit & Entrance Tickets ALL Subjects PRINT & DIGITAL

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Exit slips provide an awesome formative assessment tool! These can be used for ANY subject, and they can also be used as entrance tickets or quick homework assignments. They provide an effective and valuable way to provide more digital formative

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For All Subject Areas, Writing, Tools for Common Core

Grades:

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

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Assessment, Google Apps, Microsoft OneDrive

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Evidence Based Terminology

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Evidence Based Terminology These Evidence Based Terminology guides include the formal language students must use when citing text evidence, as well as references from fiction and nonfiction. If your students struggle to use the proper transition

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, Writing-Essays, Tools for Common Core

Grades:

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

Types:

Handouts, Printables, Posters

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Close Read and Annotation Bookmarks: Free!

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Close Read and Annotation Bookmarks When we teach students how to read closely, we empower them to become independent learners, so it is appropriate that the K-12 Anchor Standards begin as follows:- CCSS.ELA-Literacy.CCRA.R.1 Read closely to

Subjects:

Reading, Reading Strategies, Tools for Common Core

Grades:

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

Types:

Printables, Centers

FREE

172

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FREE Proofreading Symbols Chart: Editing with Hammingway

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Hammingway loves to write! Unfortunately, his hooves make this difficult. Sometimes he requires help from human friends with opposable thumbs. These are the proofreading symbols they use to edit his work. This fun freebie includes the proofreading

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Grammar, Writing-Essays

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, Homeschool

Types:

Handouts, Printables, Posters

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Exit & Entrance Tickets for ALL Subjects

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Exit slips or tickets provide effective and valuable formative assessment opportunities. These awesome tools can also be used as entrance tickets or quick homework assignments, and they can be used for ANY subject! This resource contains more than

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For All Subject Areas, Writing, Tools for Common Core

Grades:

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

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Assessment, Printables, Task Cards

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Exit & Entrance Tickets for ALL Subjects

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

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For All Subject Areas, Writing, Tools for Common Core

Grades:

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

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Assessment, Printables, Task Cards

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Dictionary Skills Game Rhyme Activity

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Some call it Hinky Pinky; others call it Rhyme Time. Whatever you call it, it’s FUN! Prime Time Rhyme is a game in which students flex their rhyming muscles, vocabulary skills, and critical thinking abilities. Kids and adults alike will find it

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Vocabulary

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Games

$2.00

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Poem in Your Pocket Day Activities

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Celebrate National Poem in Your Pocket Day! Give your students an opportunity to experience the simple joy of poetry by celebrating National Poem in Your Pocket Day. Every year during National Poetry Month, one day is designated Poem in Your

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Oral Communication, Poetry

Grades:

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

Types:

Projects, Printables, Cultural Activities

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Character: Fun Activity for ANY Work of Literature

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

This writing activity is fun and easy to use, while also requiring students to use critical thinking skills and text evidence writing. It’s also versatile! Students can create a desktop and blog for a literary character, an author, a person from

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Projects, Centers

CCSS:

RL.5.1, RL.6.1, RL.7.1, RL.8.1, RL.9-10.1, RI.5.1, RI.6.1, RI.7.1, RI.8.1, RI.9-10.1, W.5.4...

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Teaching to Mastery Using the Gradual Release of Responsibility Method

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

The gradual release of responsibility method ensures that students have the tools, strategies, and academic language they need, before attempting to work out problems independently. The method can be used across disciplines and grade levels. It

Subjects:

English Language Arts, For All Subject Areas, Informational Text

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

Types:

Professional Development

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I've been teaching middle school English Language Arts for the past 15 years, and I've been in the same district for over 20. Although I've taught many grade levels, my heart belongs to my 6th, 7th, and 8th grade ELA classes. I love to create lessons that appeal to their natural curiosity and enthusiasm. Yes, middle school students can be a challenge, but we all need something to keep us on our toes. :)

MY TEACHING STYLE

I strive to be the ELA teacher I would want my own children to have. That means differentiating instruction and challenging students at every ability level. It also means being interesting! Teaching is 3/4 theater. Finally, it all comes down to demonstrating respect for students and appreciating them for who they are right now. As teachers, the promise of the future is in our hands. I try to remember that every single day.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Although I am honored to be the recipient of honors and awards from my school district, my most cherished "trophy" is a battered, second-hand binder filled with letters and poems from thankful students and parents. That binder is precious to me and never fails to warm my heart.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

My master's degree is from Stony Brook University, and I am certified to teach English 7-12 and Elementary Education N-6.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

When I'm not writing or teaching, I love to play tennis, read, and travel with my family. You and I can hang out together at my blog ELABuffet We'll settle in for some teaching tips, free resources, and a whole lot of fun!

GRADES

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool, Staff

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary, Specialty, Social Studies, U.S. History, ELA Test Prep, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Professional Development, Study Skills, Problem Solving, Short Stories, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Halloween, The New Year, Valentine's Day, Presidents' Day, Tools for Common Core, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, For Administrators, Test Preparation, End of Year, Close Reading, Social Emotional Learning