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12th grade writing-essays cultural activities
Synthesis and Argument Writing: Is it ever okay to fail?
Every English teacher needs new ways to teach argument, rhetoric, and analytical writing. The Inquiry-Based Synthesis Essay is here to save the day!This argument essay is designed to help you out in a quick fix OR to teach in-depth rhetorical analysis. The essay can be scaffolded up or down, from highly difficult and challenging to ELL and SpEd friendly. In a nutshell: The essay question asks students to develop an argument about the question: is it ever okay to fail? Their job is to read t
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8th - 12th
Man of La Mancha Viewing Guide
This is a question packet to accompany the film (or play) Man of La Mancha. Although intended for a Spanish class, all of the questions are in English and can be adapted and enhanced for a high-level literature class. The questions are intended to make sure that students are able to recognize characters, basic plot ideas, and basic themes that they see throughout the movie. At the end they are asked to compare and contrast a selection of two characters, which includes Don Quixote and Sancho, Don
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9th - 12th
Oral History Project: Collecting the Life Stories of Another Generation
This is a multi-step project that would fit best into an English or Social Studies type of class. The project is asking students to act as Anthropologists and collect the oral history of a person who is at least 40 years older than the students.
Skills involved:
- Students find their own participants
- Each project is extremely unique
- Students must prepare before collecting their history by submitting 5 introduction questions
- Students practice taking notes while a person is speaking
- S
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Intercultural Communication - Final Exam w Answers, Assignments, Lesson Plans
This is an Intercultural Communication I taught for degree students in various majors.Included are:Two exam papers for final exams (A and B). The B Paper is in case someone misses the final paper and needs a make-up exam. Answer keys included.Two AssignmentsLesson Plans/Topics
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Dear Martin Unit Assessment Bundle (Unit Exam, Part 1 Quiz, & Analysis Essay)
Dear Martin Unit Assessment Bundle: Elevate Literary Learning with Comprehensive Evaluation Tools!Maximize the impact of your "Dear Martin" unit with our all-inclusive Unit Assessment Bundle! Tailored to streamline your assessment process, this bundle comprises a comprehensive unit exam, a targeted quiz covering part 1 of the novel, and a stimulating Text Dependent Analysis Essay Assignment. Revolutionize your evaluation strategy and witness your students' literary comprehension soar! Bundle Hi
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7th - 12th
Students for Movie Day's featured film of the week: Remember the Titans
Resilient Cafe' presents Students for Movie Day with this featured film of the week: Remember the Titans. This includes alignment of NGNYSS, questions, and answers, discussion activities with links on how to implement them and perform them, essays, KWL Chart, T-Chart, and a movie test with answers. This movie is based on the Civil Rights Movement history and generates many discussions along with embedding ELA skills in writing, speaking, and listening.
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8th - 12th
Capstone Project - Solving Societal Problems
This assignment aims to provide students with an opportunity to explore and analyze the benefits and consequences of utopian and dystopian societies. Students are required to choose a problem that societies face and conduct research about the chosen topic. They need to compile credible sources and construct a research paper that discusses the topic and their proposed solution. The proposal should be 1-2 paragraphs and include the topic and solution.Once the topic is approved, students must gathe
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Themes of Collaboration and Mental Health in “The Professor and the Madman"
Students will analyze themes of collaboration, mental health, and societal perceptions of mental illness in “The Professor and the Madman” by Simon Winchester, and connect these themes to contemporary events and discussions surrounding mental health awareness and stigma.Includes assessment questions
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Holidays Around the World Writing Project, Leveled, Differentiated!
Students will pick a country they are interested in studying and answer questions about the holiday traditions in that country, then write an essay in paragraph form, using the questions as a graphic organizer. This product includes geography, writing, and social studies components. There are 2 levels for the writing portion, the first level contains a fill in the blanks essay. Level 2 is for intermediate learners who are able to free write their answers in essay form.
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K - 12th
Exploring Social Commentary in “Great Gatsby” by Rod Wave/The novel Great Gatsby
Students will analyze social commentary in the lyrics and “The Great Gatsby,” exploring themes such as the American Dream, societal expectations, romantic relationships and the impact of wealth on individuals.Includes Lyrics with explanation and assessment questions
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
I Am Not Your Perfect Mexican Daughter Curriculum (Chapter 6-10)
Based on the popular YA novel, the following curriculum helps provide students a comprehensive review of the text. The curriculum includes the following: Anticipation GuideComprehensive Chapter Check Character Analysis Vocabulary Language ReviewGrammar Review - AdjectivesFigurative Language ReviewThink-Through QuestionsOpen-Ended Prompt/Short Answer Response PracticeExtension Activities - Quotable Quotes
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8th - 12th
Back to the Present: Research-Predictions & Outcomes of What the Future Might Be
As part of a dedicated elective on Science Fiction/Fantasy, students are tasked with engaging with past and current predictions of changes to our society and technology, and how well (or poorly) those predictions turned out.Students have a wide range of options from which to choose, and then can tailor them further to their own specific areas of interest (with teacher review). They will develop an annotated bibliography with a minimum of six sources and then further create an oral presentation
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
Frank Herbert's DUNE-Individualized Research Projects
Frank Herbert's novel Dune explores rich themes across a broad range of disciplines including environmental change, religious zealotry, the benefits and dangers of technology, man's relationship to and with nature, and far more.These individualized research options allow the students to choose one and personalize it to investigate an area of greatest interest to themselves, engages them in meaningful and extended academic research and synthesis of ideas, and culminates in a final major research
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
Financial Literacy - Minimalist Life style
This lesson looks at the minimalist lifestyle presented in a Ted Talk. Students will consider this philosophy and then apply it by building their own container home.This lesson addresses a number of areas, including:Presentation - evaluating the speakers presentation to apply to their own presentationscreativity - designing their own container houseFinancial literacy - considering lifestyle and financial goals.
Grades:
10th - 12th
Also included in: Financial Literacy Set of 11 Activities
April Fools' Day Writing Prompts - Fun April Writing
Welcome to a world of whimsical writing adventures with our "April Fools' Day Writing Prompts" collection! Engage your students' creativity and imagination with this set of entertaining writing prompts perfect for April.Inside this resource, you'll find a treasure trove of prompts designed to spark laughter, creativity, and thought-provoking ideas. Whether you're an educator looking to inject some fun into your classroom or a parent seeking engaging activities for your child, these prompts are g
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2nd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
High School - Writing for Audience & Style - Creative Writing - AICE & AP
Need a rigorous task for students to practice writing? This assignment is meant for students to practice annotating and analyzing an author’s use of style and structure. This would be ideal for higher level grades or AICE/AP. As it has creative writing elements, students needs to tap into specific styles of writing.Pass out the texts for student to read and annotate. When they are finished, you can hand out the prompt options and have them choose which one they’d rather complete or you can pick
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9th - 12th
St. Patrick's Day Writing Prompts | March Writing | March Activities | No Prep
Get your students into the St. Patrick's Day spirit while honing their writing skills with this engaging TPT product: '30 St. Patrick's Day Writing Prompts'. Perfect for educators seeking to infuse some Irish charm into their curriculum, this comprehensive resource offers a treasure trove of imaginative prompts tailored for elementary and middle school students. From whimsical tales of leprechaun adventures to thoughtful reflections on the significance of luck and tradition, these prompts cover
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1st - 12th, Staff
Text Dependent Analysis Essay Assessment for a Dear Martin Unit
Calling All English Teachers! Elevate Critical Thinking with "Dear Martin" Text Dependent Analysis Essay Assessment!Empower your students to engage deeply with literature through our Text Dependent Analysis Essay Assessment, centered around the impactful novel, "Dear Martin." This thought-provoking assessment is meticulously designed to foster critical thinking, analytical skills, and a profound understanding of the novel's themes. Assessment Highlights:Exploring Social Justice Themes Dive int
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7th - 12th
Thanksgiving Writing Activities & Prompts | Colorful Gratitude Journal For Kids
Celebrate the season of gratitude with our vibrant "Thanksgiving Writing Activities & Prompts." This Colorful Gratitude Journal for Kids is a delightful resource designed to inspire young minds to reflect on the blessings of Thanksgiving through engaging writing exercises. Key Features: Festive Prompts: Encourage creative expression with Thanksgiving-themed writing prompts that prompt kids to explore gratitude in a fun and colorful way. Interactive Activities: From turkey tales to thankful a
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PreK - 12th, Staff
Thanksgiving Writing Activities & Prompts | Gratitude Journal For Kids
Embrace the season of gratitude with our "Thanksgiving Writing Activities & Prompts" - a Black and White Gratitude Journal designed for creative expression and reflection. This resource is the perfect addition to your Thanksgiving activities, offering kids a space to explore thankfulness through writing. Key Features: Versatile Prompts: Engage young writers with thought-provoking Thanksgiving prompts, designed to be easily printed and enjoyed in black and white. Unleash Creativity: From turk
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PreK - 12th, Staff
High School - Analytical Commentary Writing - Silent Spring - AICE & AP
Need a rigorous task for students to practice writing? This assignment is meant for students to practice annotating and analyzing an author’s use of figurative language. This would be ideal for higher level grades or AICE/AP. As it is an environmental themed text, this is a great assignment to introduce around Earth Day or environmental units. It’s a also a great introduction to texts that altered behavior and popular opinion.Pass out the text. There is a teacher key with examples on annotations
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Personal Essay Inspired by The Little Prince Book and Most Recent Film
The novella The Little Prince is far from a "children's book." It has within it a great deal of philosophy and wisdom as related to how we perceive the world, others around us, and what we find most valuable in our lives. This culminating final essay for twelfth graders-- with multiple prompt options-- follows a close reading of the book and a viewing of the recent "spin-off" animated film so that the students can consider how they themselves have grown, been impacted by others, what they find
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12th
Pop Culture Essay Example -- Counseling Multicultural Populations
This is a pop culture explication essay describing Schitt's Creek character David Rose. It was written for a master's level college class and earned an A.
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12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Writing Assignments over Racism and Stereotypes (Personal Narratives)
Two different writing assignments where students choose a prompt and write about their own personal experiences with racism or stereotypes and reflect upon those experiences. I included a guide for students to use to help them organize their thoughts. I use this when reading themed passages and novels having to do with racism and stereotypes. It is in word document, so feel free to change the prompts and guided sentence stems as you see fit:)Thank you.
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5th - 12th
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