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8th grade literature centers for Microsoft Word
Mythology Scripts: 5 scripts: Full Class Readers Theatre Play
This is a compilation of five popular greek mythology stories written as Reader's Theatre scripts. These five short scripts have 6-8 characters each (narrator parts can be separated even more to create more parts if needed) making it a full class project with parts (as written) for 30 students. Each script is approximately 4-6 pages and join together for a full play approximately 50 min in length. They can also be worked separately in reading groups or literacy centers.
These characters are perf
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4th - 8th
Riding Freedom by Pam Munoz Ryan Comprehension Questions
This product is a ready to print and use set of comprehension questions and answer key. There are two to four questions per chapter and they include a range of literal, inferential, and research questions. Students respond to the questions in complete sentences.
These questions can be used for literacy groups, silent reading, or guided reading groups. I have found that these comprehension questions have increased student test scores in comprehension immensely!
Total Pages: 11
Synopsis of Rid
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2nd - 8th
Book Genre "Quiz" Survey for Finding Book Interests
This short "quiz" (survey) for students is designed to help them figure out which book genres they might be interested in reading. It is great for building an SSR or independent reading program, or even using for literature circles.
The quiz has 5 questions about regular life, preferences, etc. One example: If you could change one thing about the world, what would it be?
The answers lead to one or more genres, which are explained in the included document. That way, students can learn more abou
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6th - 12th
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Reading Fluency 5E Lesson Plan
This is a Reading Fluency lesson plan that uses journal writing. The lesson plan follows the 5E Lesson Plan model. The 5 Es are Engagement, Exploration, Explanation, Elaboration, and Evaluation. The plan uses poetry to enforce vocabulary, however, any reading passage can apply to this lesson plan. The lesson plan applies to Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the Common Core Standards. The lesson is designed for the average student, however it includes differentiated lesson plan idea
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2nd - 12th
Also included in: Reading 5E Lesson Plan BUNDLE
Dexter the Tough by Margret Peterson Haddix Comprehension Questions
This product is a ready to print and use set of chapter comprehension questions and answer key. There are questions that include a range of literal, inferential, and research questions. Students respond to the questions in complete sentences.
These questions can be used for literacy groups, silent reading, or guided reading groups. I have found that these comprehension questions have increased student test scores in comprehension immensely!
Total Pages: 12
Synopsis Dexter the Tough by Margre
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2nd - 8th
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From The Mixed Up Files Of Mrs Basil E Frankweiler Comp Questions
This product is a ready to print and use set of chapter comprehension questions and answer key. There are three to seven questions per chapter that include a range of literal, inferential, and reserch questions. Students respond to the questions in complete sentences.
These questions can be used for literacy groups, silent reading, or guided reading groups. I have found that these comprehension questions have increased student test scores in comprehension immensely!
Total Pages: 9
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K - 8th, Staff
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Characterization Activity - Fables, Worksheet, & Answer Key!
Using Aesop's fables, the students will characterize an animal in each story in the attached chart. This could be done individually, in pairs, small groups, or used in stations or centers. Discussions can be completed afterwards allowing for reflection, follow-up, feedback, and further insight. Students can also be given each of the fables and highlight the facts that lead them to finding the lesson/moral.
The document is editable, so teachers can change for various student abilities and levels
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5th - 8th
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Chocolate Fever by Robert Kimmel Smith Comprehension Questions
This product is a ready to print and use set of comprehension questions and answer key. There are two to three questions for this book and they include a range of literal and inferential questions. Students respond to the questions in complete sentences.
These questions can be used for literacy groups, silent reading, or guided reading groups. I have found that these comprehension questions have increased student test scores in comprehension immensely!
Total Pages: 10
Synopsis of Chocolate F
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1st - 8th
The School Story by Andrew Clements Comprehension Questions
This product is a ready to print and use set of comprehension questions and answer key. There are two to four questions per chapter and they include a range of literal and inferential questions. Students respond to the questions in complete sentences.
These questions can be used for literacy groups, silent reading, or guided reading groups. I have found that these comprehension questions have increased student test scores in comprehension immensely!
Total Pages: 30
Synopsis of The School Sto
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2nd - 8th
Because of Winn-Dixie - Identifying Similes, Metaphors, and Idioms
A fantastic activity to help students identify and understand the numerous similes, metaphors, and idioms that appear in Kate DiCamillo's fabulous novel, "Because of Winn-Dixie." It can be used as independent work or partner work for students who finish early, as a literacy center, or as a whole classroom activity/game.
The download comes with:
-Teacher guide
-Metaphors, similes, and idioms from "Because of Winn-Dixie"
-Student instructions
-a student worksheet for assessment purposes
This ac
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3rd - 8th
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The Young Man and the Sea by Philbrick Comprehension Questions
This product is a ready to print and use set of chapter comprehension questions and answer key. There are 1 to 4 questions per chapter that include a range of literal and inferential questions. Students respond to the questions in complete sentences.
These questions can be used for literacy groups, silent reading, or guided reading groups. I have found that these comprehension questions have increased student test scores in comprehension immensely!
Total Pages: 25
Synopsis of The Young Man a
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3rd - 8th
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Reader's Theatre Script:Mythology Unit: Narcissus and Echo
This is a basic Reader’s Theatre Script for 6 characters following the mythological story of Narcissus and Echo. It depicts the tale of Narcissus, an arrogant youth who falls deeply in obsessive love with himself. A mountain nymph, Echo, falls in love with his good looks but he dismisses her as a valueless nymph. Disapproving of this treatment the Goddess of revenge, Nemesis, leads Narcissus to his own reflection and there he remains shallow and obsessed until his death.
These mythological tale
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4th - 8th
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Teach Characterization with Video Clips (Disney, Pixar, etc.)
By middle school, students should begin to develop skills in analyzing author craft. One of the easiest ways to introduce kids to the "craft moves" an author makes is through teaching characterization. The reality is that kids already understand this literary term on some level because they unconsciously pick up on all of the clues that an author or a text (be it book, movie, music video, or tv show) provides the audience. We inherently form judgements about characters as we engage with a text.T
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5th - 10th
Piper Reed Navy Brat by Kimberly Willis Holt Comprehension Questions
This product is a ready to print and use set of comprehension questions and answer key. There are two to four questions per chapter and they include a range of literal and inferential questions. Students respond to the questions in complete sentences.
These questions can be used for literacy groups, silent reading, or guided reading groups. I have found that these comprehension questions have increased student test scores in comprehension immensely!
Total Pages: 12
Synopsis of Piper Reed Nav
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Grades:
1st - 8th
Masterpiece by Elise Broach Comprehension Questions
This product is a ready to print and use set of comprehension questions and answer key. There are two to five questions per chapter for this book and they include a range of literal and inferential questions. Students respond to the questions in complete sentences.
These questions can be used for literacy groups, silent reading, or guided reading groups. I have found that these comprehension questions have increased student test scores in comprehension immensely!
Total Pages: 23
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3rd - 8th
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Alcatraz WebQuest- Can tie in with Al Capone Does My Shirts
Before reading the novel Al Capone Does My Shirts, the students learn information through websites and videos regarding Al Capone and other notorious gangsters.
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4th - 8th
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One-pager Book Analysis Templates
Blending reading, writing, AND creativity...my students are hooked on one-pagers!Here are eight templates for one-pagers that my students use regularly in class. We use these templates for novels, short stories, children's books, and poetry. They are a great way for students to show their knowledge while enjoying the process.I have uploaded the Word Document so that you can edit the "My One-pager Checklist" box on each instructions page if you would like to. We assess different skills each ti
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5th - 12th
Reader's Theatre Script:Mythology Unit: The Midas Touch
This is a basic Reader’s Theatre Script for 6 characters following the mythological story of King Midas and his golden touch. It depicts the basic myth of how King Midas, a kind heart with too much greed, can get distracted by his love of gold and be blinded to the true nature and love within his heart. It tells of Dionysus and the valuable lesson he taught King Midas thorough the granting of a wish.
These mythological tales are great stories with fabulous characters. This script could also e
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4th - 8th
Accelerated Reader (AR) Tracking Chart
I use this tracking chart in my classroom to create a little friendly competition amongst my students. They can choose to participate or not. It is fully editable, in Microsoft Word. Student's names can be typed, or the placeholders can be deleted where you can write them in. You can print this in 8.5×11 or you can poster print it, if you have access to a poster printer at school. :)
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PreK - 12th
"Story of My Name" poetry assignment
This download includes lesson plan, poem, and student pre-writing handout. Students are led through multiple readings of the poem to develop an analysis before they write their own poem on the same theme.
Sample poem is rich with figurative language and complex vocabulary -- perfect for a high school English class or an honors-level middle school class. The poem is by an accomplished Puerto Rican poet, and the poem explores themes of colonialism, racial oppression, and identity.
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7th - 12th
Alice in Wonderland: A Mad Tea Party Reader's Theater
Alice in Wonderland is a delightful classic which has enchanted readers for decades.In this adaption, one favorite scene, The Mad Tea Party, is adapted for maximum reader's theater presentation compatibility. Whether for private performance or for competition, this selection is an ideal choice. Join Alice, the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, and the Dormouse for a delightfully mad experience!Cast: The narrator, Alice, the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, the DormouseApproximate reading/performance time:
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1st - 12th
Sensory Details and Figurative Language in The Polar Express
As students listen to and follow along with The Polar Express by Chris Van Allsburg, they are asked to identify different parts of the story that appeal to their five senses. They are also asked to be on the look out for the author's use of figurative language to describe scenes.
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3rd - 8th
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Romeo and Juliet Bio Project (Body Bio)
Project where students are creating a character biography by drawing out the character and adding certain elements to the portrait that best describe them. Tip: Works best with poster or bulletin board paper.
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Romeo and Juliet UNIT BUNDLE
Mercy on These Teenage Chimps by Gary Soto
This is a packet that goes along with the book(not included) and includes vocabulary, comprehension and writing. Over 18 pages of activities.
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5th - 8th
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