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High school literature activities for Easel Assessments
Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde Anticipation Guide - Pre-Reading Discussion & Theme Essay
Are students rolling their eyes when you give out copies of The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde? They may not care about Victorian literature, but students will get excited when you talk about leading a double life and the questionable dishonesty of keeping secrets. Ten opinion statements make text-to-self connections with the novel for students before, during, and after reading.Grab this guide, print, and go! No paper? No problem! Assign in Google Forms and have results tallied instantl
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Jekyll and Hyde - Bookend Bundle - Anticipation Guide & Visual Project
Plato Explained: Allegory of the Cave in Plain Language for Students Middle & HS
If you want to teach philosophy to young people, use this lesson plan that introduces students to Plato's theory of reality. I was inspired to create this resource when I retold the story of Plato's allegory of the cave (from The Republic) in plain language. In this story, Plato imagines a world where one man wakes up and questions what is real and what is not real. Have your students read this story with you and use my handy dandy comprehension questions and discussion activities to lead your s
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6th - 10th
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Independent Reading Activity: One-Pagers, Annotation Guides, + Bulletin Boards
Motivate your middle school students to read books for enjoyment with these flexible and easy to assess activities! Students practice identifying the literary elements and reading with a purpose! Students will identify themes and summarize the plot and conflict.Book Bistro is a research-based independent reading program that fosters a love of reading.It's essentially a high-interest, middle school book report that taps into the social nature of middle school students. The assignment puts the fun
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6th - 9th
Canterbury Tales Anticipation Guide - Pre-Reading Discussion & PostReading Essay
Are students intimidated to read The Canterbury Tales? When introducing Chaucer's tales with this engaging anticipation guide, students will want to read about this motley crew! Use this anticipation guide to talk about judging others by how they dress and considering the source when hearing a story. Ten opinion statements make text-to-self connections with the novel for students before, during, and after reading. Grab this guide, print, and go! No paper? No problem! Assign in Google Forms and h
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9th - 12th
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All Summer in a Day Final Tests with Constructed Response Easel Digital - Print
All Summer in a Day by Ray Bradbury final tests. Two versions of a final test for the short story. Constructed response questions to assess writing in response to literature. The first version includes vocabulary and has three sections: Fill-in the Blank, Multiple Choice, and a Constructed Response requiring evidence from the text to support the answer with a written response. Assesses understanding of story vocabulary, literary elements, and reading comprehension. The second version of the test
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6th - 9th
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Also included in:Â All Summer in a Day by Ray Bradbury Bundle
Romeo & Juliet Anticipation Guide - Pre-Reading Discussion & Post-Reading Essay
Engage your students with this low-prep anticipation guide to introduce Romeo and Juliet! This guide includes a printable anticipation guide, an editable copy, and a Google Forms™ document to administer it electronically. Quick and easy setup plus clear teacher directions make this activity a great way to introduce the work and lead an interactive discussion to interest students in reading the play!One of the greatest challenges of teaching a classic work like Romeo and Juliet is getting student
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7th - 12th
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FIREKEEPER'S DAUGHTER -- Angeline Boulley
Greetings,If you like a page-turner mystery that explores questions of “identity, loss, and injustice, and also love, joy, connection, friendship, hope, and laughter,” then Angeline Boulley’s Firekeeper’s Daughter is here for you and your students. The characters and questions raised, insights and inspirations received will stay with you long after you close the novel. This 232-page resource covers all four strands: reading, writing, oral, and media. It develops your students’ critical thinking,
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10th - 12th, Adult Education
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The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County Short Story Unit and Easel
The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County by Mark Twain Short Story Unit. Includes Vocabulary, Plot Summary, Use Your Vocabulary sheet with key, About the Author Mark Twain, Comprehension Quiz with key (also created as a self-grading Easel Assessment), and 3 Essay Questions that require students to use evidence from the text in their answers to support Common Core State Standards. Also includes a Vocabulary Word Scramble with key just for some extra fun. Includes a copy of the story. (This
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7th - 10th
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens PowerPoint and Easel Assessment
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens PowerPoint. This was originally a SMARTboard Notebook file, but in revising it has been recreated in PowerPoint so it can be used with other platforms like Google Slides. Includes background knowledge, including information on the author, workhouses, the treadmill, Victorian Christmas, and symbolism. Includes an interactive 10 question comprehension quiz on the book. and a vocabulary quiz. Printable copies and answer keys included. Great activity to project o
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7th - 10th
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Also included in:Â A Christmas Carol Bundle of Support Materials
'A Christmas Carol' Full Novel Editable Quiz Collection — PDF Google Form Easel
Need versatile and editable "A Christmas Carol" chapter quizzes? This resource is ready for print-and-pass, Easel, Google Classroom, email distribution, or LMS upload! Ready to use within seconds!Assess your students' reading proficiency of Charles Dickens' classic novel on the importance of living to serve others over oneself with this versatile full novel quiz packet. This product contains 8 quizzes (2 variations on 4 sections of the novel) with a total of 47 multiple choice and 9 essay "A Chr
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7th - 10th
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The Gift of the Magi PowerPoint with Easel Assessment
The Gift of the Magi Figurative Language, Vocabulary, and Comprehension. Animated PowerPoint on the short story by O. Henry. A good digital resource for the holidays to go with this classic Christmas story. Includes a self-grading Easel Assessment. Focus on figurative language. Complete lesson with before, during, and after reading activities. Has background information about the author, twelve critical vocabulary words, review of foreshadowing and suspense, and a link to read the story online.
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6th - 9th
Also included in:Â Christmas Activities BUNDLE - Fun ELA Resources Grades 4 - 7
Animal Farm Test Matching Characters with Easel Digital and Print
Animal Farm Test. Match the characters. When reading Animal Farm by George Orwell, students need to identify the characters. A short test or quiz (with answer key) that has 15 matching questions about characters and places in the novel. There are sixteen characters and fifteen descriptions, so one is a ringer. Designed to be a quick assessment of comprehension. There are two copies per letter-size page, to save paper when making copies. Print or go digital with Easel Activity (includes a fill-i
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7th - 10th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â Animal Farm by George Orwell Character Study Guide and Matching Test Bundle
Ender's Game Literature Unit
Note: Some of my products have some “out there” ideas. Make sure to look at the preview before purchasing. Everyone's classroom is unique and while these lessons work within my classroom, that may not be the case in another’s room.One of my favorite portions of the year is teaching my students the science fiction novel, Ender's Game. The best part is blowing their minds at the end, by alluding to the fact that Ender's Game is a metaphorical allusion to the Holocaust. Result . . . mind blown! Tha
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8th - 10th
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Percy Jackson - Chalice of the Gods - Comprehensive Novel study and guides
Nearly 3000 questions on Percy Jackson - Chalice of the GodsThe sets include for each of the 35 chapters, questions on:5 open ended questions5 multiple choice questionsSets of 5 questions on the themes of the chapterSets of 5 questions on the characters of the chapter5 multiple choice cloze procedure questions on the chapterQuestions on keywords in the book10 questions about the original poemIn addition to this each chapter hasa summarya list of the keywords and their meanings Descriptions about
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2nd - 9th
"Catch the Moon" by Judith Ortiz Cofer Quiz and Answer Key (Printable)
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning duties with this plot-based, multiple choice quiz covering the short story "Catch the Moon" by Judith Ortiz Cofer. Additionally, a short answer option is provided for re-assessment purposes. These resources may double as guided reading handouts to foster active reading habits among students. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive optio
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6th - 12th
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Identifying Implicit Bias & Danger of a Single Story Unit - High School Lessons
This relevant unit on Implicit Bias and the Danger of a Single Story explains timely content in a step-by-step manner that helps students comprehend complex concepts. The materials are LOW PREP (print and go). They include plans, slides with engaging activities, PDF worksheets, and assessments. This is a High School resource that can be used for digital learning. These flexible lessons can enhance multiple courses such as English, History, Sociology, and Ethnic Studies.The resource explores thes
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9th - 12th
Rapunzel: Fairy Tales Series for English and Reading (Gr. 6-10)
Engage English Language Arts and Reading Students with the Original Grimm Brothers' Fairy Tale of "Rapunzel". Duration of Lesson: The lesson calendar is adaptable to a three-day or longer study of the classic tale, unexpurgated from the public domain text, with reference to Bruno Bettelheim, and Erik Erikson. Kids will enjoy revisiting the fairy tale and analyzing it with a literary lens. Common Core Standards:This resource aligns well with the Reading Literature standard RL.9-10.7 that states s
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6th - 10th
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FROM THE ASHES Jesse Thistle (Non-Fiction)
Every step is a gift, every one is sacred, and each, in its own little way, is a prayer for me. ~Jesse ThistleGreetings,Jesse Thistle's From the Ashes is like a Swiss Army knife. It's sharp non-fiction. It reads like good fiction with each chapter being a short story in itself. It contains high drama. It is full of poetry and poetic writing. Four genres in one! Quite an accomplishment, Jesse. Well done.Three smart people recommended the book: my wife, a teacher colleague, and bookstore clerk.
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Also included in:Â INDIGENOUS STUDY BUNDLE: 5 Authors & 5 Genres
Plato's Republic 'Noble Lie': Classroom Philosophy Series Study Guide
Is society based on a lie? In Plato’s Republic, Socrates and a few of his friends act as interlocutors discussing what makes a just city. Socrates wonders how to protect the city from corruption. In this short excerpt from Book III (414-415d), Socrates tells a story of humanity’s origins, the myth of metals, reminiscent of Hesiod’s account of the ages of man. In the Platonic retelling, humans are born from the earth, and into each is mixed either some gold, appropriate for the rulers, silver app
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9th - 11th
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Mythology Unit 3 Pantheons
Third Unit in The Study of Mythology series.Pantheons. Examines the concept of pantheons of deities. Focus on Greek and Sumerian cultures with research project expanding knowlege to other world cultures.Includes complete lesson plans, scripted teaching slides, activities incorporating critical thinking and discussion, close reading, short writing, research, daily and major assessments, and rubrics
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9th - 12th
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Adonis and Hyacinth: And Other Flower Myths in Greek Mythology for MS & HS ELA
Who are Adonis and Hyacinth? Adonis, celebrated in Greek mythology as the epitome of male beauty, embodies the ideal of the 'athlete type' and romantic love. Hyacinth, another figure of striking beauty, becomes the object of Apollo's affection but tragically meets his end, weaving a narrative rich in divine passion and sorrow. The story of Crocus adds to these flower myths, symbolizing the perpetual cycle of birth, death, and rebirth. In a different vein, Admetus, known for his profound love for
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9th - 11th
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Io and Other Lovers: Greek Mythology Lesson | High School ELA Digital & Print
In the tapestry of Greek mythology, Io's story is a compelling narrative that intertwines the fates of gods and mortals. Central to her tale are the figures of Hera and Zeus, with Prometheus playing a pivotal role in the unfolding drama. Io, favored by Zeus, is turned into a heifer by him to hide their affair from Hera. Hera, not fooled, has Argus guard her. Zeus sends Hermes to rescue Io, leading Hera to pursue her with a gadfly. Io's travels and transformations symbolize resilience and the int
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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Ganymede & Hebe: Greek Mythology Series for Grades 10-12 ELA / Humanities
Embark on a Mythological Odyssey with Ganymede & Hebe: The Divine Cupbearers of Olympus! Dive into the heart of Greco-Roman lore, where the all-powerful Zeus stirs celestial drama. Witness the momentous shift as Hebe, the embodiment of youth and beauty, cedes her role as the gods' cupbearer to the dashing Ganymede. This intriguing narrative is not just about divine duties—it's a rich tapestry of symbolism and timeless tropes. Uncover the mysteries and meanings behind these captivating figure
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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To Kill a Mockingbird Chapter 11 Close Reading Analysis Worksheet (Printable)
Support the development of close reading skills with this worksheet composed of challenging questions designed to help high school students analyze chapter 11 of To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. An answer key is provided. Delivered in printable Word Document and PDF formats, these instructional materials save teachers valuable time at home without sacrificing rigor in the classroom. (Alternatively, a Google Drive option is available.)By engaging with this resource, students will do the follo
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9th - 12th
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