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Updated! STAAR EOC English 1/2 - Test Prep - Non-fiction - Serial Killers Theme!

By The Texas ELA Teacher

True Crime is all the rage these days! This test prep packet was created alongside the 2023 STAAR EOC English 1 & 2 exams and focuses on America's infatuation with Serial Killers. This product includes:1 Revising and Editing Passage

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Study Guides, Worksheets

$3.00

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Updated! STAAR EOC English I/II - Test Prep/Tutorials - Anime focus!

By The Texas ELA Teacher

It's undeniable! Anime has grown in popularity so much over the past few decades and students love it! This test prep packet has an anime theme to help students read about something they enjoy while doing the cumbersome work of preparing for the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Worksheets, Independent Work Packet

$3.00

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STAAR EOC English 1/2 - Test Prep - Prison Reform and Second Chances

By The Texas ELA Teacher

If you enjoy discussing complex and socially relevant issues with your students -- while not boring them with test prep -- this product may be for you!Note: Please be sure to read the article and view the documentary linked below before purchasing

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Worksheets, Independent Work Packet, Lesson

$3.00

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Updated! "Twice I Walked With Dinosaurs" STAAR English 1/2 EOC Test Prep

By The Texas ELA Teacher

Dinosaurs are one of my personal favorite topics to read about! This test prep packet for the English 1/2 STAAR EOC exam includes the following:Revising and Editing - "Dinosaurs" from History.com - 4 questions, covering TEKS 9Bi, 9Dv, and 9DviCommon

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Poetry

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Study Guides, Independent Work Packet, Lesson

$2.50

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Updated! STAAR EOC English 1/2 Test Prep - Rev/Edit + Non-fiction - Selena

By The Texas ELA Teacher

Selena is a Texas Icon and her fame and talent transcends generations! This test prep packet offers students the opportunity to practice their Revising & Editing and Reading skills while learning about Tejano music and Selena's rise to fame.This

Subjects:

English Language Arts

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Study Guides, Worksheets, Assessment

$1.50

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Updated! STAAR English I/II - Fried Chicken Theme - Non-fiction + Poetry

By The Texas ELA Teacher

Fried chicken is enjoyed by most all people from most all walks of life! This test-prep packet centers around the delicious treat, fried chicken! This STAAR prep packet was inspired by our student's obsession with the Chicken Sandwich craze in the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Study Guides, Independent Work Packet, Lesson

$2.50

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STAAR EOC English 1/2 Test Preparation - Barbie Theme!

By The Texas ELA Teacher

With its summer box-office release, Barbie is on everyone’s minds these days! This packet focuses on the subject of Barbie, highlighting thematic issues such as the harm societal expectations can have on values – as well as the importance of self

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Test Preparation

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Study Guides, Independent Work Packet

$3.00

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"The Unknown Citizen" poetry + "The Model Citizen" Short film comparison

By The Texas ELA Teacher

This lesson starts with a short film analysis titled "The Model Citizen." Then, students move into a reading and analysis of Auden's poem "The Unknown Citizen." We did this activity after students had explored dystopian elements and read some

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English Language Arts

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Handouts

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STAAR EOC English 1/2 Test Prep - Rev/Edit + Nonfiction - Lizzie Borden!

By The Texas ELA Teacher

The allure of true crime is alive and well! Even mysteries of the past have students hooked! In this STAAR EOC English 1 & 2 Test Prep product, students will learn more about Lizzie Borden's trial and acquittal while preparing for important

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English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Test Preparation

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Worksheets, Independent Work Packet, Lesson

$3.00

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9C Skill Focus - STAAR EOC English 1/2 Test Prep

By The Texas ELA Teacher

My students often struggle with the 9C standard on their EOC English 1 and 2 STAAR exams. On the 2023 STAAR exam, this standard showed up 6 times on both levels and 5 times in 2022. As a result, I often feel that the time spent reinforcing and

Subjects:

Grammar, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Independent Work Packet

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STAAR EOC English 1/2 Test Prep - Scammers! - Fiction + Nonfiction Crossover

By The Texas ELA Teacher

In today's digital age, where technology permeates every aspect of life, understanding and identifying scams is more important than ever. This teaching test prep packet on the theme of scammers equips students with the knowledge and critical

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Test Preparation

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Handouts, Independent Work Packet

$3.00

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STAAR EOC English 1/2 Test Prep - Rev/Editing + Zombie Blues Villanelle - Poetry

By The Texas ELA Teacher

Brainnnnnsssssssssss! Students seem to always love zombies and this test prep packet will have them thinking about the metaphorical meaning of the "living dead"!This test preparation material, aligned with STAAR 2.0, includes:Student-facing Document

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Poetry

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Study Guides, Assessment, Independent Work Packet

$3.00

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STAAR EOC English 1/2 Test Prep - Poetry Crossover - Valentine's Day/Love Theme

By The Texas ELA Teacher

Love is in the air! This STAAR EOC English 1/2 Test Prep material was designed with STAAR 2.0 in mind and includes Revising & Editing and Poetry practice, as well as ECR opportunities.This product includes:Guided Reading Questions to assist

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Poetry

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Worksheets, Assessment, Independent Work Packet

$3.00

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Seeds of Vengeance: A Poetry, Short Film, and Nonfiction Comparison

By The Texas ELA Teacher

The Seeds of Vengeance: Exploring Anger and RevengeExplore the complex themes of revenge and the psychological implications of anger with this literary, short film, and nonfiction analysis unit. This resource is designed to engage students in grades

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Psychology

Grades:

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

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Lesson

$2.50

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"The Tell-Tale Heart" by Poe - Color-by-Literary Device + Puzzle Pack

By The Texas ELA Teacher

Dive into the haunting depths of Edgar Allan Poe's classic tale, "The Tell-Tale Heart," with this comprehensive and engaging activity pack. This chilling story of paranoia, guilt, and confession unfolds through the eyes of an unreliable narrator

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Short Stories

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables

$2.00

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STAAR EOC English 1/2 Test Prep - Rev & Edit + Nonfiction - St. Patrick's Day

By The Texas ELA Teacher

It's almost March 17 and that means it's time to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! This St. Patrick's Day-themed test prep packet will help prepare your students for their upcoming STAAR EOC English 1 and 2 exams!This test preparation material, aligned

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Handouts, Independent Work Packet, Lesson

$3.00

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"The Scarlet Ibis" Color-by-Literary Device + Puzzle Pack

By The Texas ELA Teacher

Engage your students with the poignant and symbolically rich short story "The Scarlet Ibis" by James Hurst. This classic tale of brotherhood, pride, and the harsh realities of life unfolds through vivid imagery and deep emotional themes, making it a

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Literature

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Activities, Games

$2.00

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Updated! STAAR EOC English 1/2 Rev/Edit + Poetry - "Traveling through the Dark"

By The Texas ELA Teacher

William E. Stafford's poem "Traveling through the Dark" may not be an immediate favorite for everyone, but it holds a special place in my heart. The emotional subject matter consistently captivates and resonates with my students, engaging them in a

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Poetry

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Study Guides, Independent Work Packet, Lesson

$2.00

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Updated! STAAR EOC ELA Test Prep - Rev/Edit + Poetry - "Grammar, Ugh!" theme!

By The Texas ELA Teacher

Grammar and usage rules in English are complicated! This recently updated STAAR 2.0 aligned test prep packet gives students an opportunity to laugh at the complexity of English language while preparing for their upcoming exams. This resource

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Test Preparation

Grades:

9^th, 10^th

Types:

Worksheets, Independent Work Packet, Lesson

$2.50

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"The Raven" - Color-by-Literary Device + Puzzle Pack

By The Texas ELA Teacher

Explore the eerie depths of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven" through this uniquely designed puzzle pack. This masterful poem, woven with themes of despair and the supernatural, offers a profound experience of 19th-century Gothic literature. This

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Poetry

Grades:

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

Types:

Worksheets, Activities

$2.00

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I am in my 13th year of public education! I have worked in both small rural schools and currently teach in large urban schools. My passions are student engagement and eliminating barriers to student success, especially when it comes to overcoming daunting standardized exams. I also have a passion for supporting and empowering teachers to gain confidence and master their craft. My previous store was titled 'In the ELA Zone with Jones!"

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