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Common Core W.8.8 literature circles
Ground Zero by Alan Gratz Novel Study
The Ground Zero Novel Study is a comprehensive novel study for teaching Ground Zero by Alan Gratz. With over 100+ Common Core aligned materials, students will develop their literacy skills while deeply engaging with the novel through this 6-WEEK unit. The fiction close reading activities, the literary analysis resources, the History of September 11th nonfiction readings and extension activities, vocabulary, assessments, project choice board, and essays will all provide opportunities for your stu
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7th - 9th
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The Boy in the Striped Pajamas - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel The Boy in the Striped Pajamas written by John Boyne. Take a Peek Inside:Experience this powerful story about childhood innocence, friendship and suffering set at Auschwitz Concentration Camp during World War II. Assess students' comprehension of the novel and explore their personal reactions to the events of the book. Imagine what Bruno sees from his bedroom window that makes him feel cold and unsafe. Explore Bruno's state of mind by detailing the lesson he learns
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7th - 8th
Also included in: World Conflict Stories Lit Kit Set - BUNDLE Gr. 5-8
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian Unit Novel Study
This product is a comprehensive set of instructional materials for teaching The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. With over 100+ Common Core aligned materials, students will develop their literacy skills while deeply engaging with the novel through this 6-WEEK unit. The fiction close reading activities, the literary analysis resources, nonfiction readings, extension activities, vocabulary, assessments, project and essays all provide opportunities for your students t
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8th - 9th
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The Westing Game - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel The Westing Game written by Ellen Raskin.Take a Peek Inside:Unravel the secrets at the center of an intriguing murder mystery game. Activities are meant to excite students throughout the reading. Using the chapter titles as clues, predict what might happen in each one. Identify elements of foreshadowing from the novel, and imagine what will take place. Follow the clues in the story to solve the game before any of the characters. Identify cause and effect by explain
Grades:
7th - 8th
Literature Circles Unit - Middle School Social Justice - Literature Circle Roles
This 60 page Middle School Literature Circle Unit is perfect for Thematic Social Justice themed Book Clubs. Literature Circle units are engaging and effective methods of reading instruction that encourage students to engage in rich conversation surrounding text and take ownership of their learning. The ready to use activities included encourage inquiry and critical thinking about social justice issues, and help you to introduce, organize, facilitate, and manage this effective reading and discuss
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5th - 9th
Long Way Down Novel Study
The Long Way Down Novel Study is a comprehensive novel study for teaching Long Way Down by Jason Reynolds. This novel study provides unique opportunities to implement an engaging exploration of this popular book. The Long Way Down Novel Study will provide you with the resources you need to teach a successful and thoughtful unit. With over 60+ Common Core aligned materials, students will develop their literacy skills while deeply engaging with the novel through this unit. The literary analysis r
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8th - 9th
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Holocaust Research Unit Literature and Writing EDITABLE
This exhaustive unit contains EVERYTHING you need to teach the Holocaust while integrating reading, research, and writing! Reframe the way you teach the Holocaust in English and/or Social Studies while creating advanced readers, thinkers, speakers, and listeners! The design of the unit could be used in one subject or taught across the curriculum in both a reading or literature course and history or social studies. The materials and lesson plans are a fit for any level of students in grades 7-12.
Grades:
7th - 12th
The Miracle Worker - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel The Miracle Worker written by William Gibson.Take a Peek Inside:Experience the miracle of understanding that we all take for granted. An ideal play for students with a low reading level. Gain insight into the difficulties of being blind and/or deaf. Put events from the novel in order as they happened when Annie and Helen were eating dinner. Students attempt to understand the motivations of the characters in the play. Find the synonym of the vocabulary word from the
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7th - 8th
Crispin: The Cross of Lead - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel Crispin: The Cross of Lead written by Avi.Take a Peek Inside:Jump into a world filled with mystery and intrigue as one boy discovers his heritage. Our all-in-one resource provides everything needed for student comprehension, including vocabulary and writing prompts with each chapter. Determine whether Crispin would support the viewpoint, "cruelty is contagious in uncivilized communities". Brainstorm possible inscriptions on Crispin's cross that would cause Bear's r
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7th - 8th
Treasure Island - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel Treasure Island written by Robert Louis Stevenson.Take a Peek Inside:Sail the seas to quench your thirst for gold in this tale of piracy, adventure and betrayal. Help students better understand the novel with in-depth comprehension and vocabulary questions. Match the characters introduced in the novel to their descriptions. Draw the map that Jim finds in Billy's chest. Summarize what Jim heard in the apple barrel. Explain who the character of Ben Gunn is, and how h
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7th - 8th
Echo Novel Study Analyzing Text
Echo, the 2016 Newberry honor book by Pam Munoz Ryan, is a magical work of historical fiction masterfully woven with fantasy.
The story follows the lives of characters from prior to World War II to post World War II. Students will love the story of characters who overcome adversity and achieve greatly. I love this book!
I have included:
1. Guided comprehension questions.
2. Analyzing specific text.
3. A list of vocabulary from the text along with definitions for easy access.
4. Writing
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4th - 8th
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Cheaper by the Dozen - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel Cheaper by the Dozen written by Frank B. Gilbreth.Take a Peek Inside:Become part of the Gilbreths and experience what it's like to be part of a large family. The pre-reading and vocabulary sections prepare students for the upcoming chapters. Get an idea of what an efficiency expert is like by brainstorming what their goal might be. Identify statements about the Gilbreth's car as true or false. Describe how the children convinced their parents to buy a family dog. E
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7th - 8th
The Door of No Return Novel Study
The Door of No Return Novel Study is a comprehensive unit for teaching Kwame Alexander's book. This novel study provides unique opportunities to implement an engaging cross-curricular exploration of this popular book. The Door of No Return Novel Study will provide you with the resources you need to teach a successful and thoughtful unit. This novel study over 100+ Common Core aligned materials. Students will develop their literacy skills while deeply engaging with the novel through this 5-WEEK u
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7th - 9th
Anne of Green Gables Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel Anne of Green Gables written by Lucy Maud Montgomery.Take a Peek Inside:Step back through time and experience what it was like living on Prince Edward Island at the end of the Victorian era. This resource acts as the basis for guided discussion. Answer true or false questions about Anne’s background. Describe the cause and effect behind Anne’s negative behavior towards Mrs. Rachel Lynde. Make predictions about what you think will happen in the upcoming chapters. Id
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7th - 8th
Johnny Tremain - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel Johnny Tremain written by Esther Forbes.Take a Peek Inside:Travel back to a time when conflict between the American colonies and Great Britain were beginning to bubble. The higher-order questions and activities in this resource are well thought-out and effective to use with students at any reading level. Research the act of silversmithing and maker's marks, and describe why they were used. Answer true or false questions about the events the followed Johnny's tragic
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7th - 8th
Anne of Green Gables - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel Anne of Green Gables written by Lucy Maud Montgomery.Take a Peek Inside:Step back through time and experience what it was like living on Prince Edward Island at the end of the Victorian era. This resource acts as the basis for guided discussion. Answer true or false questions about Anne’s background. Describe the cause and effect behind Anne’s negative behavior towards Mrs. Rachel Lynde. Make predictions about what you think will happen in the upcoming chapters. Id
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Grades:
7th - 8th
Ghost by Jason Reynolds Novel Study Book Unit Printable Version
Ghost Novel Unit is a Common Core Standard Aligned book study to be used with Ghost by Jason Reynolds. This download contains a printable format only. You can find this complete printable novel study combined with a Google Drive™ version here.This is a complete novel study that includes many individual products bundled together to offer you extensive savings! This comprehensive unit also includes additional writing activities, teacher plans, and CCSS alignment that you cannot find in the individ
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5th - 8th
The Cay - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel The Cay written by Theodore Taylor. Take a Peek Inside:See how the basic need for survival can break down barriers in this gripping story of overcoming prejudices. Challenge students to think deeply about the themes presented in this story. Imagine the hindrances experienced by those with a disability, and in what ways they are able to overcome them. Identify different statements from the novel as proof Timothy and Philip will be rescued or they will perish. Comple
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7th - 8th
The Hunger Games - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel The Hunger Games written by Suzanne Collins. Take a Peek Inside:Witness the power that love for family has with one girl's sacrifice and struggle to survive. Test student comprehension of key vocabulary words found in the story. Students start by looking inward and identifying any skills they possess that could help provide for their family if needed. Put the events from the story in the order that they happened when Katniss and Peeta are introduced to the Capitol.
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7th - 8th
Refugee Novel Study Book Unit Printable Version
Refugee Novel Unit is a Common Core Standard Aligned book study to be used with Refugee by Alan Gratz. This download contains a printable format only. You can find this complete printable novel study combined with a Google Drive™ version here.*********************************************************************************This is a complete novel study that includes many individual products bundled together to offer you extensive savings! This comprehensive unit also includes additional writing
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Grades:
5th - 8th
Los Viajes De Gulliver - Kit de Literatura Gr. 7-8
Un kit de literatura para la novela Los Viajes De Gulliver escrita por Jonathan Swift.Tome un Interior de la Ojeada:Embárcate en un viaje de autodescubrimiento por tierras misteriosas. Esta unidad de estudio te ayudará con la comprensión y el vocabulario. Coloca los acontecimientos en el orden en que suceden cuando Gulliver se queda con los liliputienses. Compara la tierra de los "gigantes" con tu propio barrio. Predice cómo será la próxima tierra de Gulliver. Determina qué es lo que las criatur
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7th - 8th
Los Viajes De Gulliver - Kit de Literatura Gr. 7-8
Un kit de literatura para la novela Los Viajes De Gulliver escrita por Jonathan Swift.Tome un Interior de la Ojeada:Embárcate en un viaje de autodescubrimiento por tierras misteriosas. Esta unidad de estudio te ayudará con la comprensión y el vocabulario. Coloca los acontecimientos en el orden en que suceden cuando Gulliver se queda con los liliputienses. Compara la tierra de los "gigantes" con tu propio barrio. Predice cómo será la próxima tierra de Gulliver. Determina qué es lo que las criatur
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Grades:
7th - 8th
Los Viajes De Gulliver Gr. 7-8
Un kit de literatura para la novela Los Viajes De Gulliver escrita por Jonathan Swift.Tome un Interior de la Ojeada:Embárcate en un viaje de autodescubrimiento por tierras misteriosas. Esta unidad de estudio te ayudará con la comprensión y el vocabulario. Coloca los acontecimientos en el orden en que suceden cuando Gulliver se queda con los liliputienses. Compara la tierra de los "gigantes" con tu propio barrio. Predice cómo será la próxima tierra de Gulliver. Determina qué es lo que las criatur
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Grades:
7th - 8th
Gulliver's Travels - Literature Kit Gr. 7-8
A Literature Kit for the novel Gulliver's Travels written by Jonathan Swift.Take a Peek Inside:Go on a journey of self-discovery while traveling to mysterious lands. This unit study really helps with comprehension and vocabulary. Put events in the order as they happen when Gulliver stays with the Lilliputians. Compare the land of “giants” with your own neighborhood. Predict what Gulliver’s next land will be like. Determine what the animal-like creatures find shocking about Gulliver’s world. Cond
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Grades:
7th - 8th
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