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Common Core RI.7.6 cultural activities
4 Tools for Teaching "The Danger of a Single Story" Google Slides and Form
This is my best selling resource! Add it to your classroom today!Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's "The Danger of a Single Story" Ted talk is an incredible speech to watch with students 6-12. I watch the talk and read the transcript with my tenth graders, and the discussion and reflection after each view are consistently impressive. To help my students discuss the talk meaningfully, I developed these four printable tools: two listening guides, a text-connection tool, and a SOAPSTone analysis. The liste
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6th - 12th
Black Out Poetry Civil Rights Reading, Writing & Art Project
Resource for Black History Month and Martin Luther King, Jr. DayThe purpose of these activities is to help students read deeply while reading excerpts from historical civil rights speeches. So often, civil rights leaders like Dr. King are discussed as if they were super heroes. They are, in a sense, super heroes. But it’s important for students to realize that they were also regular people, often with very humble beginnings who found themselves in situations, environments and racist conflicts th
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5th - 7th
Informational Text; Reading Strategies; Sacajawea; Lewis and Clark; Inferencing
This is a 13 page document about the Lewis and Clark Expedition as led by Sacajawea. Two pages are teacher's notes. The informational text is seven page article in which I have embedded reading strategies within. Reading strategies include: Text to Text, Text to Self, Text to World, summarizing, and visualizing. There are ten inferential questions to follow up with a "suggested" answer key. There are also vocabulary and illustrations to enhance the text. I use the essential questions as a
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7th - 8th
Transcending: Voices of Triumph - LGBTQ+
"Transcending: Voices of Triumph" is a groundbreaking collection of narratives that shines a light on the lives of 20 extraordinary transgender individuals who have risen above challenges to excel in various fields. From artists to activists, scientists to politicians, each story is a testament to the strength, resilience, and brilliance of the transgender community.This book takes you on an inspiring journey through diverse experiences and backgrounds, showcasing how each individual has not onl
Grades:
7th - 12th
CLASS: Mythology and Folklore- ELA 7-12 (EDITABLE)
Unit: Norse Stories- Mythology and Folklore- ELA 7-12 (EDITABLE)Grade Levels: 7-12Creator: Erica VilliloAnchor Standards: All 32 CCSS Anchor StandardsSteps: 115+Original Products: 75+Links to Resources: 100+Rubrics: 5+11 Unit Bundles Include: Introduction, African, Sports, Pirates, Brothers Grimm, Hans Christian Andersen, Arabian, Celtic, Italian, Norse, Greek
Grades:
7th - 12th
Guided Reading A- Z: Famous Art Paintings For Traditional Students
“Famous Art Paintings”Guided Reading Levels for Informational Text: Levels A - Z (Criteria Listed on Pages 8-26:I.C. Fountas & G.S. Pinnell, The Continuum of Literacy Learning, Janice Kite, ACS Literacy)Additional Criteria Grades 3-5Refer to Additional Reading Level Books such as: https://www.amazon.com/Childs-Introduction-Art-Paintings-Sculptures/dp/1579129560/ref=pd_bxgy_14_2/138-9216607-0241849?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1579129560&pd_rd_r=dc5fff14-ad21-4eda-9767-f12244815b5f&pd_r
Grades:
K - 8th
Also included in: Grade 3: Bundle for Traditional Students
Rhetorical Analysis Google Doc Packet & Printable - Emma Watson "Women's Rights"
PRINTABLE or DIGITAL Google Doc work packet. Ready to be assigned on Google Classroom. You will save time because an answer key and detailed lesson plan are included, and you will have a rigorous and engaging lesson aligned to standards on reading informational texts and argumentative writing! Students will love reading about social justice and gender inequality, perfect for Women's History Month!In this activity, students will...1. Evaluate Emma Watson's persuasive techniques by reading the spe
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6th - 12th
Multicultural Paired Passages: Afghan Kite Fighting - Middle School
High interest 2+ day lesson set; particularly appealing to boys! This unit includes a non-fiction article on kite fighting, an excerpt from Khaled Hosseini's "The Kite Runner,' a guiding PPT with video links, photos, and explanation of the THIEVES strategy for unpacking non-fiction texts. It also includes a THIEVES graphic organizer and guiding questions for partner work on words, language, tone, mood, and imagery. Additional reading comprehension questions can be used for homework or whole clas
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6th - 8th
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Cinco de Mayo: Close Reading (3 texts, identify bias, main idea, w/ answer keys)
Three different non-fiction articles about Cinco de Mayo with comprehension questions, activities to review supporting details, topic vs main idea, identifying bias, and creating a constructed response. I am providing several options of how I have used these articles with classes in the past. Each article includes a set of response questions that foster critical thinking. Answer keys are included.
The additional supporting materials (comparing supporting details, identifying topic and main id
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6th - 8th
Hola, Flamenco – A Mini-Curriculum Devoted to Spain's National Art
History, Music, Dance, Cultural Studies and adventure come together in a high-spirited romp through the rolling hills of Andalusia!‘Hola, Flamenco’ is a historically-themed mini-curriculum dedicated to Spain’s UNESCO-recognized national art. Featuring performances, demonstrations and interviews with some of Flamenco’s most renowned and charismatic figures, it provides a striking, vibrant introduction to Spain, to European History, and to one of the world’s most beloved cultural genres.***An exci
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Rhetorical Analysis Google Doc Packet & Printable - AOC "Women's Rights" Speech
PRINTABLE or DIGITAL Google Doc work packet. Ready to be assigned on Google Classroom. You will save time because an answer key and detailed lesson plan are included, and you will have a rigorous and engaging lesson aligned to standards on reading informational texts and argumentative writing! Students will love reading about social justice and gender inequality, perfect for Women's History Month!In this activity, students will...1. Evaluate AOC's persuasive techniques by reading the speech2. An
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6th - 12th
Puerto Rico is More than just Salsa – A Mini Curriculum
In cultural terms, Puerto Rico is unique among Caribbean islands for two reasons: first, it contains a post-colonial music form (Jibaro) that is completely free of African influences. Second, its most famous music form - Salsa - was not actually invented on the island itself.How did Brooklyn's Nuyorican community create a traditional music form while living so far away from the rhythms and melodies of home? Where can these influences be found among the throbbing beats of San Juan's current night
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Return to Sender, by Julia Alvarez Unit Plan with all lessons and activities
This unit plan teaches students to:Develop evidence based claimsEvaluate argumentsDebate hot topics (citizenship, friendship, immigration, and more)Create products that demonstrate their knowledge and position on topics Write persuasive lettersSome features: Interactive anticipation activity Interactive slides for 23 lessons (covering the entirety of the novel)Student centered activitiesHyperdocs lessonsFun, challenging projectsDetailed unit plan for teacher, including suggested formative and su
Grades:
6th - 8th
Intro to Harlem Renaissance
A 2-day presentation with embedded activities that can be used as an introduction to the Harlem Renaissance. Includes questions about critical thinking, informational texts, and a poem analysis. Works well as an interactive lesson that can be done fully online. The Exit tickets (google form comprehension checks) will be posted as free resources in my store to go along with this lesson!
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6th - 8th
ELA Test Prep with EOG Question Stems: Women's Biographies
Nonfiction ELA Test Prep for EOG test.Teach reading informational text with power standards. Students will complete questions with text evidence, context clues, literal comprehension, figurative language, summarizing, and main idea. This is designed to teach reading informational text standards for 7th grade in a rigorous way as well as expose them to the influential stories of 3 historical women. The focus in this resource is on using question stems that are designed to look like EOG style
Grades:
6th - 8th
Black History Month: African American Artists Lesson
Are you looking for a way for your lower-level readers or Special Education students to learn good content that is aligned to the standards for general education? Are you looking for a quick, fun, educational lesson for your students? This is an interactive, yet simple lesson to teach your students about prominent African American artists! The entire lesson is no-prep and each answer is written verbatim on the Power Point presentation. Artists explored include the following: Langston Hughes, May
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6th - 9th
Also included in: Black History Month Bundle
Guided Reading A-Z: Famous Art Paintings for students with Autism
Guided Reading Levels for Informational Text: Levels A - Z (Criteria Listed on Pages 8-26:I.C. Fountas & G.S. Pinnell, The Continuum of Literacy Learning, Janice Kite, ACS Literacy)Predictable language with: tactile, visual and auditory prompts for students with Autism. Students on the spectrum need a multi-media approach including: visual images, an auditory reinforcement, a tactile involvement and key words presented in different contexts 3 - 5 times. This educational resource pack is m
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K - 2nd
Also included in: K - 2, Bundle for Students with Autism
Destination Caribbean – The Historical Roots of Reggae, Calypso, Salsa + Tambrin
'Destination: Caribbean’ is a seven-part essay series dedicated to using the region's most popular music forms – Reggae, Calypso, Salsa, etc. – like a time machine, transforming rhythms, lyrics and melodies into a vehicle for understanding the historical conditions that created them. Many of the Caribbean's traditional dance steps, costumes, instruments and religions evolved as methods for slaves to preserve their culture and undermine their captors. As we discover through reading, a Rastafaria
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Romany: Centuries of Discrimination (Complete Mini Curriculum)
If you are lucky enough to have traveled in Europe, you’ve probably seen members of the Romany ethnic group gathered outside of popular tourist sites, Known variously as Roma, Gypsies, Tsingani, Boyash, Zingari, Kipti and, in Spanish, Gitanos, the Romany rank among Earth's most marginalized ethnic groups.'The Romany, Centuries of Discrimination,' is a 400-word informational text that can help teachers supplement their lesson plans for a variety of subjects - from History to the Arts to Ethnic St
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Our Stories: Black History Month- Angela Davis
Our Stories are a collection of reading passages focusing on African-Americans' achievements. Many of the people may be new to students and adults. Each story is written in a first-person perspective and contains reading strategies that help with comprehension, vocabulary, and building background knowledge. Please Note: The PowerPoint and hyperlink document is in a Zip file. The Angela Davis collection includes: an activating strategy, vocabulary terms to help build background knowledge or guide
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6th - 9th
Guided Reading A-Z: "Famous Art" for Hard of Hearing
Guided Reading Levels for Informational Text: Levels A - Z (Criteria Listed on Pages 8-26:I.C. Fountas & G.S. Pinnell, The Continuum of Literacy Learning, Janice Kite, ACS Literacy)This educational resource pack includes ASL and hands-on approaches: Modified for students hard of hearing: tactile, ASL and visual prompts applied. Students who are deaf versus hearing-impaired require accommodations determined by three factors: the degree of hearing loss, the age at onset, and the type of lang
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K - 8th
Also included in: K- 2 Grade Bundle for Students Hard of Hearing
Frederick Douglass: Quotation Analysis Worksheet or Class Discussion Printable
This Frederick Douglass worksheet will help students to discuss, analyze, and understand the attitudes, feelings, and objectives of this famous African-American abolitionist. Twelve profound statements will provide a clear view on his perspectives on slavery, the United States, and morality.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
African American Authors Clip Art
All clipart images are of famous African American authors: Langston Hughes, Lorraine Hansberry, Zora Neale Hurston, Alexandre Dumas, Frederick Douglas, Harriet Tubman, Sojourner Truth, W. E. B. Du Bois, and Paul Laurence Dunbar. All image were derived from a vector crosshatch. You can use these images for printable stickers, Cricut, Xerox copies, handouts, clipart, digital presentations, Google Classroom, Google Slides, and other internet platforms, such as Nearpod, Padlet, Kahoot, Flipgrid, etc
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1st - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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Women Change History: Junko Tabei Unit - A Climb Towards Empowerment
"Women Change History: Junko Tabei Unit - A Climb Towards Empowerment"Product Description:Elevate your students' learning with our transformative unit, "Women Change History: Junko Tabei." Tailored for students in grades 4-7, this unit celebrates Junko Tabei, the first woman to reach the summit of Mount Everest, and her enduring legacy as a mountaineer and advocate for women's rights. Integrating Close Reading, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Math, Critical Thinking, Writing, and Character Developme
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in: Women Change The World Bundle 1
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