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Seasonal short stories dbqs
Labor Day Reading Comprehension Worksheet, September, Back to School, DBQ
Do your students understand why we have Labor Day? This passage helps clear up this question for your students. Students answer 14 questions (identify and multiple choice) to assess their understanding of the text. In addition, there are two document-based activities. One is a chart of the most common jobs in 2019 vs 1910. Short answer questions assess their learning on these charts. The other document is a chart of minimum wages in the states from 2021. Short answer questions assess their
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: September Reading Comprehension Worksheet Bundle Reading Passages
Short Story (any) : Writing Prompts Constructed Response Practice Unit
Let me make your life easier. Use these 13 constructed responses to test knowledge of the CCSS standards after any short story. They include questions about: theme, characterization, text structure, word use, literary devices, comparison and contrast of similar short stories, mood, tone, conflict, and more. I've also included a handy rubric for easy grading. Click here to follow me for free lessons and sales!Click here to have free lessons and unit ideas sent to your email.Check out these other
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Short Story Unit Bundle of Lessons Use Digital or Printable
"The Handsomest Drowned Man in the World" Short Story Unit
This short story unit contains 41 pages of : Word Wall, vocabulary, and 7 constructed responses. In addition to this, I've included mini-posters with the standards for the classroom, a rubric, and several word wall activities. Explore the short story by breaking down the author's word choice, explore the meaning of the words, and then use this acquired knowledge to write text based essay responses. This is a complete short story unit.Click here to follow me for free lessons and sales!Click here
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9th - 12th
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Middle School World History Social Studies Pear Deck Google Slides Bundle
Explore history from the earliest humans to the Age of Exploration with these interactive Pear Deck Google Slides! These lessons can be used for standardized test prep, sub-plans, practicing DBQ skills, whole group instruction with note-taking, or in self-paced mode. Students will develop skills such as finding and citing text evidence, identifying and applying domain-specific vocabulary, composing clear written responses, and other writing and reading comprehension skills.✨All slides are easy t
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6th - 8th
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30 Days of Learning and Good Deeds (English and Arabic Edition) Ramadan
Unlock a transformative journey for your young ones with this indispensable Muslim book, designed to make every day a celebration of learning and good deeds. Tailored for kids aged 4-12, but suitable for anyone keen on exploring Islam in a straightforward manner, this book is a beacon of knowledge and virtue.Key Features:Daily Good Deeds: Encourage your child to become a positive force in the world through realistic, everyday examples. From helping with chores to extending a hand to a neighbor,
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4th - 12th
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Desiree's Baby by Kate Chopin | Race and Identity US History Analysis
A supplement to a high school U.S. history unit/ studies on the Louisiana Purchase, this 2-day lesson allows students to read and analyze Kate Chopin's short story, “Désirée’s Baby” while learning about Louisiana Creoles; how the region's French roots led to differences in ideas on race and identity compared to British-influenced America; and the impacts of the Louisiana Purchase on the cultures living there, specifically Louisiana Creoles. A lesson plan is included, with details for a Day 1 pre
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Short Stories and History Contextual Analysis BUNDLE
Bee Movie (Barry's Buzzy World)
The story of "Bee Movie," also known as "Barry's Buzzy World," revolves around Barry B. Benson, a young bee who is confronted with the mundane aspects of life in the bee world but becomes bored and frustrated with the repetitive work at a bee company. One day, Barry decides to change his life and explore the world of humans.During his adventure outside the bee hive, he meets a woman named Vanessa, a human, who saves him from a collision between a bicycle and a window. During this encounter, Barr
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The Significance of Memorial Day Nonfiction Reading Passage & Quiz Activities
Dive into the solemn significance of Memorial Day with our comprehensive reading comprehension resource. Our engaging 1-page passage delves into the history and traditions of Memorial Day, providing students with a deeper understanding of this important holiday. Paired with 5 thought-provoking questions, this resource encourages critical thinking and reflection. Plus, our interactive True/False quiz adds an element of fun while reinforcing key concepts. Perfect for educators seeking to enrich th
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1st - 6th
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March Madness Nonfiction Reading Passage & Quiz: Engaging Resource for Teachers!
Elevate your classroom resources with our comprehensive "March Madness Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions" pack! Perfect for educators looking to captivate students with the thrilling world of college basketball, this resource includes everything you need for an engaging lesson.Inside, you'll find a 2-page reading passage in both color and black and white versions, meticulously crafted to provide students with an insightful overview of the March Madness phenomenon. Accompanyi
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3rd - 6th
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Paper Airplane Nonfiction Reading Passage & Activities for Paper Airplane Day
Unlock the wonder of flight with our engaging Paper Airplane Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Activities, perfect for celebrating Paper Airplane Day or End of the Year or Summer! Dive into the world of paper aviation as you explore the art and science behind these miniature marvels. Crafted for educators and homeschoolers, this resource includes a captivating 1-page reading passage that delves into the origins of paper airplanes, the principles of aerodynamics, and the secrets to ach
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1st - 6th
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Introduction to Document Based Questions for Middle School DBQ Skills BUNDLE
Engage and teach your students how to master Document Based Questions (DBQs) with these interactive and engaging activities! Help students become historians and archaeologists as they explore primary sources and artifacts in these resources designed for standardized test preparation, whole-group instruction, or self-paced learning. Students will also practice ELA skills such as identifying and citing text evidence, analyzing primary and secondary sources, investigating online sources, identifyin
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6th - 8th
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Basic Level English Reading Comprehension Stories Passages Paragraph Questions
This 175 page PDF file includes 100 Reading Comprehension Passages with Multiple Choice and Fill in the Blank questions.The reading comprehension ranges from stories, paragraphs, texts, and passages to give your students a variety to read about. Topics include, but are not limited to, animals, food, sports, cars, family, science, school, and much more!These worksheets have many uses:1. Home school2. Substitute teacher3. Snow days4. Busy work5. Online distance learning6. Class work7. Independent
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Environmental Impact of Winter Traditions Document Based Question DBQ Science
Ignite critical thinking and environmental awareness with our comprehensive DBQ (Document-Based Question) unit, "Unwrapping the Environmental Impact of Winter Holiday Traditions: A DBQ Study". This resource invites students to delve into the environmental impact of winter holiday traditions, fostering in-depth analysis, and persuasive writing. Students will answer the essential question: How do our winter holiday traditions contribute to environmental challenges, and what sustainable practices c
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7th - 10th
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April Showers Bring May Flowers Comprehensive Nonfiction Reading Passage & Quiz
Dive into the wonders of spring with our engaging resource, "April Showers Bring May Flowers Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Passage and Questions." Perfect for educators seeking captivating materials for their classrooms, this resource includes a vividly illustrated 2-page reading passage available in both color and black and white versions, allowing flexibility for diverse classroom settings.Explore the magic of nature's renewal as April showers awaken the earth and pave the way for a spectac
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3rd - 6th
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Monarch Butterflies: Spring Migration Nonfiction Reading Comprehension & Quiz
Delve into the captivating world of Monarch butterflies with our comprehensive nonfiction reading comprehension passage and interactive quiz, perfect for springtime exploration! This engaging resource includes a beautifully illustrated 2-page reading passage in both color and black-and-white versions, allowing flexibility for classroom use. Dive deep into the fascinating life cycle, remarkable migration patterns, and conservation efforts surrounding these iconic insects.Accompanying the passage
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3rd - 6th
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Faux Movie Trailer: The Tell-Tale Heart Trial (lesson hook)
Is the narrator of Edgar Allan Poe's "The Tell-Tale Heart" sane/guilty or insane/not guilty of murder? Teachers and students both *love* the experience of debating this question, which rests on the legal definition of insanity and a close and careful reading of a beautifully complex and chilling short story.
Here's a 1-min video that frames this inquiry in the most dramatic way possible: a trailer for a horror movie in which students (the audience) must determine the fate of the narrator.
Thi
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7th - 10th
Spring Renewal Comprehensive Nonfiction Reading Passage & Interactive Quiz
Welcome spring with our engaging nonfiction reading comprehension passage and interactive quiz! Dive into the beauty of the season with our expertly crafted two-page reading passage, available in both vibrant color and printer-friendly black and white versions. Explore the renewal of spring through vivid descriptions of blooming flowers, returning birds, and the awakening of nature's wonders.Enhance comprehension and critical thinking skills with five thought-provoking questions designed to deep
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3rd - 6th
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Short Stories and History Contextual Analysis BUNDLE
This BUNDLE includes historical contextual analyses for 15 short stories. Each individual product in the bundle includes: a 4-page worksheet of discussion questions, a response paper, and a rubric. Some of the products include short informational readings to aid with answering the discussion questions.All 15 short story analyses are sold separately as well; individual items are also accessible in a non-editable PDF AND through TpT's Easel Activities. For additional information on the themes cove
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9th - 12th
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Honoring Multiple Perspectives: A Practice in Reflection and Empathy
Give your students a chance to practice empathy, consider scenarios from alternate perspectives, think critically, and reflect.This Social-Emotional Learning activity comes with 5 scenarios, each with 5 stakeholder's perspectives to consider either as a written activity or class discussion.Suggestions for Use:Assign roles to small groups of student for discussion. Allow each group to present their stakeholder's perspective.Assign roles to students as a writing prompt before whole class discussio
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5th - 10th
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Elephant Naughty Elephant
What is Elephant doing? And is he really naughty? Find out in this cute, beautifully illustrated text for young children. Repetition and simple language can also be useful for learn to read age. Sample Text from Elephant, Naughty Elephant What is Elephant doing, can you guess? Elephant, naughty Elephant, what are you doing? …If you buy this you will get file containing Personal and Commercial Use. Digital Download.>>File Format<< pdf>>How It Works<<You can instantly downl
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1st - 5th
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Cold War: Ray Bradbury, There Will Come Soft Rains, DBQ Worksheets + Response
This historical contextual analysis of Ray Bradbury’s short story “There Will Come Soft Rains” is a supplemental lesson for a unit on the Cold War and/or understanding the devastation of the nuclear bombs dropped by the U.S. on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. After reading the story, students will work in groups to answer discussion questions that thoughtfully and critically explore: the context of the story; the influence of various literary genres including science fiction and naturalism; and the pur
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Short Stories and History Contextual Analysis BUNDLE
ELA Test Prep (Characterization/Cultural Experiences) Hemingway's "Indian Camp"
This standards based product previews "Indian Camp" with a one page summary on how the 19th and early 20th century brought changes to economics, the medical profession, and ideas about child development. These ideas as well as thoughts about how Early European and American thinkers viewed Native Americans place the short story in a social, historical, and philosophical context that students will use to think about important questions of theme and characterization.
Responsed are organized into 6
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9th - 10th
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"Abuela Invents the Zero" Short Story Analysis
Two page close reading task for students reading Judith Ortiz Cofer's "Abuela Invents the Zero".
Includes text-based questions broken down by figurative language & vocabulary, plot, character, setting, mood, and theme, with a language extension activity at the end for early finishers.
Developed for 8th grade ESL.
**DOES NOT INCLUDE SHORT STORY TEXT**
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7th - 9th
Everglades DBQ Companion Notebook
Do you teach Document Based Questions? This notebook is a companion to the DBQ Project online's Mini-Q for the Everglades.Please note that this is not a stand-alone resource. You will need to have access to the everglades DBQ by the DBQ project in order to use this notebook with your class.This file includes a 16 page booklet for students to take notes in during. their DBQ study.Just run double-sided flipped on the short edge, fold in half and staple once or twice and you are all set.Looking for
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4th - 5th
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