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Common Core RL.9-10.10 cultural activities
Langston Hughes "I, Too" + Walt Whitman "I Hear America Singing" Poetry Analysis
This purchase includes an individual poetry analysis of the two poems, "I, Too" by Langston Hughes and "I Hear America Singing" by Walt Whitman. Between these two poems, students will address: tone, repetition, rhythm, theme, allusion, symbolism, alliteration, and irony.Students will then answer a constructed response question that requires them to reflect on both poems as well as their own personal experiences. An editable copy (word document) is included in this resource as well in case you wo
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7th - 11th
Also included in: Black History Month ELA Activities
Abandoned Farmhouse: Genre Connections, Analytical Writing, and Origami
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"Abandoned Farmhouse" by Ted Kooser: A Study of Poetry, Informational Texts, Documentaries, Analytical Writing, and an Origami Project
Poetry Analysis, Analytical Response-Writing, Poetry-Writing, Hands-On Origami Project, Video Links, News Articles
Genre Connections: Poetry, Informational Texts, Nonfiction texts, Documentary
Skills: Annotation, Figurative Language, Author's Purpose, Main Idea, Theme, Monitor Reading Comprehension, Analytical Writing, Creative Wr
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6th - 12th
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Washington Irving: "The Devil and Tom Walker" Assessment with Answer Key
From Electric English...
This is a three-part assessment. The first is simply true and false questions; the second is multiple choice; while, as a rule, I try to avoid this type of simplified question and answer, it is still good to give the students practice.... After all, they will see these types of questions on standardized tests. The third section asks students to make inferences from their reading, from Irving's life experiences, and from their class discussions, then to apply that knowled
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Native American Mythology Unit
Looking for a Native American Mythology unit that will engage and inspire your students? This unit features lessons, resources, assignments, and assessments that boost student learning and creativity.The mini lessons in this unit include:- Interactive instruction that gets students thinking and discussing.- Culturally-Accurate slides with true native imagery.- Entertaining myth videos and texts from a variety of American tribes.- Assignments that ask students to reflect on learning.- Assessmen
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6th - 12th
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Bundle: Norse Mythology Unit + Latin Folktales & Magical Realism Unit
This bundle includes the Norse Mythology Unit as well as the Latin Folktales & Magical Realism Unit.NORSE MYTHOLOGY UNIT In this epic Norse Mythology unit, you and your students will explore the realms (Asgard, Midgard, Jotunheim, etc.) and characters (Odin, Thor, Loki, etc.) of Norse Mythology and study Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey (monomyth). You will apply the Hero’s Journey to the Norse myths as well as Marvel’s Thor and connect the past with the present by comparing Norse myths to T
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8th - 12th
Washington Irving: "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" Critical Analysis Questions
From Electric English...
This is an assignment that provides higher level thinking questions to accompany the short story, "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow". There are twenty questions that touch on Characterization, Conflict, Gender Roles, Setting, Tone, Mood, Comparison/Contrast, and most importantly, those elements of the story that draw from characteristics of American Romanticism.
NOTE: For some reason, the thumbnail would not generate for this assignment, so I selected an image. I may go back
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10th - 11th
NEW Latin Folktales & Magical Realism Unit (Allende, Esquivel, Márquez)
In this fantastic Latin Folktales and Magical Realism unit, you will study characteristics of Latin folktales, analyze Latin cautionary folktales (El Silbón, El Sombrerón, La Llorona, La Siguanaba) and Latin animal folktales (Boitatá, El Cóndor y El Colibri, El Zorro, Jukumari), then explore genre elements of Magical Realism, and identify elements of Latin folktales and Magical Realism in A Very Old Man with Enormous Wings (Gabriel García Márquez, short story), Like Water for Chocolate (Laura Es
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8th - 12th
Also included in: Bundle: Norse Mythology Unit + Latin Folktales & Magical Realism Unit
Edgar Allan Poe: "The Fall of the House of Usher" Assessment with Answer Key
From Electric English...
This is the reading assessment for the short story, "The Fall of the House of Usher". This is a two part assessment. The first part is simply true and false questions; the second is multiple choice; while, as a rule, I try to avoid this type of simplified question and answer, it is still good to give the students practice.... After all, they will see these types of questions on all standardized tests.
NOTE: The answer key is included here and is the last page of the doc
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow: "The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls" Romanticism Chart
From Electric English...
This is an activity that accompanies Wadsworth's poem, "The Tide Rises, The Tide Falls". It asks the students to find an example for each of the nine American Romantic elements. This has always been a successful exercise for me because, not only does it give the students a close reading of the poem, but it also allows them to consider those elements of the poem that typify the time period.
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10th - 11th
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Song of Roland: Presentation of Select Portions of the Epic
This unit covers basic information about the early Middle Ages. Activities include research assignments and creative writing. Students present groups of Laisses as sportscasters calling a football game, a 60 Minutes newscast, a comic book, and a funeral eulogy. A student emcee provides pertinent details that tie the story together. This is a fun way to get students to think critically, be creative, and present their productions. My class of high-risk English II students loved this challenge. COM
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7th - 12th
Snow by Julia Álvarez — Short Story Analysis
Snow by Julia Álvarez is a short story about a young immigrant girl named Yolanda experiencing New York snow for the first time. This story is a quick read, excerpted from the novel How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents, only 435 words in length!Alvarez captures the emotional struggle of adapting to a new culture, especially during a time of great turmoil. As if learning a new culture isn’t a challenge enough, Alvarez highlights how the transition goes beyond the obvious elements of finding on
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8th - 12th
Shakespeare Love Sonnets & Quotes Cryptogram Puzzles Middle & High School
Unlock the Bard's Love Secrets with Our Shakespeare Love Quotes Cryptograms and Love Sonnets Puzzle Bundle!First Resource:Are you ready to add a touch of timeless romance to your classroom? Introducing our exclusive Shakespeare Love Quotes Cryptograms Puzzle Packet – the perfect blend of literary charm and intellectual engagement designed specifically for middle and high school students.Immerse your students in the language of love from the greatest playwright of all time, William Shakespeare! O
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6th - 12th
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Literary Analysis & Close Reading: Reflections of America Through Music
Students love music! Meet the needs of your auditory learners while also completing literary analysis and close reading for American Literature. With this lesson and activity, students listen to songs that reflect various ideas about America. Then they read and annotate the song lyrics, analyzing them as poems. When completing this lesson, the teacher plays clips of classic songs from different genres and time periods. It’s strongly recommended that the teacher preview the lyrics to ensure th
Middle Eastern Literature Unit
This comprehensive unit of study offers a wide variety of selections of Middle Eastern literature and cultural elements encompassing folk lore, spiritual writings, informational text, audiovisual offerings, autobiographical text, and public speech to engage students in an in depth, extended discovery of both the historical and modern literature and culture of this dynamic and often troubled region of the world.
Designed to span a four to six week segment of the semester, the Middle Eastern Lite
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10th
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The Silence Between Us - Novel Study - Slides for Chapters 11-19
Immerse your students in the vibrant world of Deaf culture and young adult literature through "The Silence Between Us" novel study. This comprehensive PowerPoint resource seamlessly integrates the story of Maya, a Deaf character, with essential elements of Deaf culture and historical events, fostering a profound understanding and appreciation for the vibrant Deaf community. Designed for high school ASL classrooms, including ASL 1-4 levels, this novel study is thoughtfully presented with editable
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: The Silence Between Us - Novel Study Slides - BUNDLE Chapters 1-19
5 Mini-Lessons for Black History Month
These 5 mini-lessons are perfect for sprinkling into your ELA curriculum for Black History Month or for any African-American Literature unit.Duration:15 minutes eachIncluded:media, discussion questions, teacher guidanceFormats:Google Slides, Pear Deck (Optional)There are 5 mini-lessons total:Discuss Symbols in Art by African-AmericansWatch Slam Poetry by Black PoetsAnalyze Famous Letters of ProtestListen to Themes in Songs of SlaveryPresent Research on Black AuthorsPlease view the preview to see
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7th - 12th
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Women's Poetry Cryptogram Puzzles Women's History Month Middle & High School
Celebrate the empowering voices of women poets with our Women's Poetry Cryptogram Puzzles! Dive into the timeless verses of Emily Dickinson, Christina Rossetti, Gwendolyn Brooks, and Dorothy Parker while engaging your students with 76 captivating cryptograms. Each puzzle is meticulously crafted to provide a fun and educational challenge, perfect for middle and high school classrooms. With solutions and hints included, this resource requires zero prep, making it an ideal supplement for Women's Hi
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6th - 12th
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Their Eyes Were Watching God by Nora Neale Hurston, Final Test, Novel Assessment
This is a final test for Zora Neal Hurtston's Their Eyes Were Watching God, including multiple choice, true false, quote matching, and short answer essay questions with an ANSWER KEY included. Possible answer examples for each short answer essay prompts are also included. I use the essay prompts for essay choice questions they can use for their expository essay at the end of the term as well.This assessment delves into the rich tapestry of themes, characters, and literary elements within the nov
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Shakespeare's Love Sonnets Cryptograms for Middle & High School Poetry No Prep
Elevate your students' engagement with the timeless beauty of Shakespeare's Love Sonnets using our specially crafted Love Sonnets Cryptograms Puzzle Packet! Tailored for middle and high school English teachers, this supplement focuses on Sonnet 18 and Sonnet 130, bringing an innovative twist to the classic verses. With 28 captivating cryptograms and a hints page featuring a clue for each, this resource ensures an intellectually stimulating experience for your students. What's more, every answer
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6th - 12th
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Black Poetry Cryptograms Puzzles Black History Month Middle and High School
Unlock the power of Black poetry in your classroom with our Black Poetry Cryptograms Puzzle Packet, featuring captivating puzzles crafted from the timeless works of Maya Angelou and Langston Hughes. Specifically designed for middle and high school teachers, this puzzle packet is an engaging and educational tool that seamlessly integrates into your curriculum. As we approach Black History Month, immerse your students in the profound words of these literary giants, with puzzles based on Hughes' "H
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6th - 12th
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Mark Twain Packet
From Electric English...
This is a comprehensive packet for Mark Twain, several of his short stories, and his anecdotes/maxims. You might notice as you peruse my store that each of these items is listed individually, as well as, bundled. For example, the answer key for the assessment is listed separate from the assessment itself.... This is not because I am greedy or want to squeeze one more dollar out of you. Had I included the answer key with the assessment, I would have listed the price at a
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10th - 11th
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Transcendentalism: Civil Disobedience Activity
From Electric English...
This is an assignment that asks students to consider the ideas of civil disobedience or non-violent protest. The students research King and Gandhi then cite examples from their lives and speeches that exemplify aspects of the Transcendentalist philosophy. They are also asked to consider Thoreau and a modern figure of their choice from the same perspective. There are a few questions for them to answer as well :) It is an interesting activity because the students consider
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10th - 11th
Short Story: Analysis Project
From Electric English...
Here you have a project that asks the students to choose three stories from lists that you have provided. Over the course of a several week period, they will be asked to look at diction, style/syntax, and tone.... This is a great project because the students get to read and are exposed to even more literature. Let's face it, there is such a huge body of work to choose from when considering any artistic medium or genre. That no matter what grade you teach, or even what su
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10th - 11th
Mark Twain: "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County" Questions
From Electric English...
This is an assignment that provides several higher level thinking questions that pertain to Twain's short story "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County".
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10th - 11th
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