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10th grade writing-expository literature circles
Book Cover Activity: Analytical and Evaluative Discussion, Redesign, and Lesson
Looking for a fresh way to have students engage with a book? Book covers are an underutilized resource in the classroom. With this three-part book cover activity, students will learn elements of effective book covers, analyze and evaluate covers of high-interest novels, redesign covers that are ineffective or create them for different audiences, and then write an optional informative essay about book cover marketing.When to use this book cover activity...Use this book cover activity as a hook be
Grades:
7th - 10th
Fun Reading Stations Activity BUNDLE - Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry, Writing
Looking for high school reading comprehension passages and questions? Think outside the box with these interactive, engaging reading stations and writing stations activities! Students will read fiction, nonfiction, and poetry texts, engage in small group discussion, and revise any essay writing assignment, including expository, argumentative, literary analysis, and more! If you're looking for a structured way to practice critical close reading, writing, and revision skills in a hands-on and int
Grades:
7th - 10th
Creating a Perfect Utopian Society Extension Activity
This is a brainstorming packet that students can use to create their own utopian society. This is a great extension activity when discussing utopian/dystopian texts. It is also a great way to get students thinking about what makes a society work.
Texts that go great when teaching about utopian/dystopian texts:
Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix
Animal Farm by George Orwell
Bar Code Tattoo by Suzanne Weyn
City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau
Delirium by Lauren Oliver
Divergent by Vero
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6th - 10th
Of Mice and Men Socratic Seminar Lesson Plan
The Socratic Seminar is the perfect way to- get your students to participate in class discussions- have students learn to truly analyze a work of literature or a topic- to get students to understand something from multiple viewpoints.The Socratic Seminar is a student led graded group discussion about a subject or novel. They plan ahead of time for the questions and then sit in a circle to discuss the opened-ended questions. The teacher listens and grades the students based on the content and qua
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6th - 10th
All Quiet on the Western Front Summative Assessment Lesson(s) - NO PREP
Embark on a literary exploration like never before with my meticulously crafted Summative Assessment lesson for All Quiet on the Western Front. Perfect for English 9-10th grade classes, this comprehensive package is designed to provide an immersive and engaging experience for both teachers and students. What Awaits You:Google Slides Presentation: Kickstart your Summative Assessment with ease using our Google Slides presentation. From clearly outlined objectives and agendas to links for all resou
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10th
Middle Ages Literature: King Arthur lit. circles & Lais of Marie de France
Invite your students into the Middle Ages with this three-week unit! Texts that are used in this unit include:
-- Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, edited and translated by James Winny
-- The Alliterative Morte Arthure, translated by Valerie Krishna
-- Yvain: The Knight of the Lion, by Chretien de Troyes, translated by Burton Raffel
-- Lancelot: The Knight of the Cart, by Chretien de Troyes, translated by Burton Raffel
-- The Lais of Marie de France, translated by Glyn S. Burgess and Keith Busby
Grades:
10th - 12th
From Idea to Page-Turner! Learn how to create a plot to thrill your readers!
Hello Teachers! This eBook is an in-depth, comprehensive resource on plot development and how to structure a story arc. Designed for ADVANCED CREATIVE WRITING students, most appropriate for those in grades 11 & 12, but possibly 10th grade. Think of those students who are passionate and dedicated to their writing. If you have a student that fits that description then this eBook is for them and you! From Idea to Page-Turner is a comprehensive approach to plot and story arc development. In this
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10th - 12th, Adult Education
How to write a paragraph
The Paragraph package is an easy to use document that will help students learn how to write effectively using the proper form.The document includes a detailed description of the different types of paragraphs as well as how to effectively write the paragraph (with sentence by sentence instructions).You may also be interested in the following products: ❒Creating a Board Game Assessment Tool❒English Grammar Cheat Sheet❒Opinion Letter with the Novel Holes❒Sentences Grammar Circles For Easy &
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7th - 10th
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AP English - They Say / I Say Academic Writing Templates with Practice Prompts
The book "They Say/ I Say: The Moves That Matter in Academic Writing" was written by Gerald Graff and Cathy Birkenstein and published in 2010 by Norton. This book is a guide for academic writing and focuses on the importance of engaging with others' ideas while also presenting one's own. It provides templates and strategies for effectively incorporating sources and making persuasive arguments. Overall, "They Say/ I Say" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their academic writing
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
The Great Gatsby Literature Circle with CCSS
The Great Gatsby – Common Core Curriculum Standards
Everything needed to have a student-led group project, a Literature Circle, over The Great Gatsby i s included in this lesson. The unit will require 9 days for students to read the text within their literature circle, with an additional 3 days for reading quizzes.
Instructions for the teacher are included. A daily position sheet is included for assigning each member of the group to complete the written activities they are required to do du
Grades:
10th - 12th
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Independent Reading with Common Core Writing Task - Begging for Change
This file includes the customizable .doc formatting for independent reading tasks with a Common Core writing task.
While this packet was created using Begging for Change by Sharon Flake, the .doc format makes all parts of this bundle easy to change and use for any text.
What's included?
Student Handout Independent Reading Expectations and Worksheets - 16 pages (designed to print duplex)
Common Core Writing Task - 3 pages
Writing Task Guiding Lesson PPT - 56 slides (with animations, transitions
Grades:
7th - 10th, Adult Education
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The Giver by Lois Lowry Final Test, Novel Assessment, Book Exam
This is a final test for Lois Lowry's The Giver, including multiple choice, true false, quote matching, and short answer essay questions with an ANSWER KEY included. Possible key point 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 novel, offering an insightf
Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
"Shining Light on Multiple Sclerosis Day: A Poetic Journey May 24th!"
Title: "Shining Light on Multiple Sclerosis Day: A Poetic Journey Through Strength and Courage" May 24th This is a heartfelt tribute to the resilience and fortitude of individuals confronting the challenges of Multiple Sclerosis (MS). Through vivid imagery and emotive verses, this poem captures the essence of the MS experience, shedding light on the struggles and triumphs of those living with the condition.In the classroom, this poem serves as a powerful educational tool for raising awareness ab
Grades:
6th - 10th
Stones - Complete Literature Circle Unit Plan
This unit plan is focused on the novel Stones by William Bell and consists of sixty-three pages, the components of which are detailed at the bottom of this description. The Suggested Unit Plan has day-by-day plans for seven weeks or eighteen classes worth of activities.
The unit plan for Stones literature circles is based on a student-centered reading activity that involves various roles assigned to each student on a weekly basis. The literature circle group workbook gives each of the roles (e
Grades:
6th - 10th
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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To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee Final Test, Novel Assessment, Final Exam
This is a final test on To Kill a Mockingbird — a versatile assessment tool designed to evaluate students' understanding of Harper Lee's timeless masterpiece. This exam includes a variety of question types, including multiple choice, true / false, quote identification, and short answer essay questions to assess comprehension, critical analysis, and interpretation skills. Use and reuse the test from year to year and/or give it as a make-up test for absent students. An answer key including key po
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Bell Work Packet 1 January to June
BUNDLE AND SAVE!This bundled packet contains all of the Buzzers from January through June! These are great classroom management tools! I love having a few minutes to take attendance before jumping into aclass. Buzzers work like bell work or journal writing, with a little twist. The “Buzzer” is the writing prompt. This packet includes over 170 prompts, so you can be picky and choose the ones you like best since there are extras. On Monday, students are given what I call a Buzzer form. I ke
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7th - 12th
"Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" by Robert Frost - Test / Quiz
This is a test about Robert Frost's poem, "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening", including true / false, multiple choice, and short answer essay questions. An ANSWER KEY is included. Possible key points for short answer essay prompts are also included. I use the essay prompts and the possible key points for essay choice questions and for my assessment of their expository essay as well.This comprehensive test delves into the poem's intricate themes, characters, and societal critiques, offering a
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Bell Work Packet 2 July to December
BUNDLE AND SAVE!This bundled packet contains all of the Buzzers from July through December! These are great classroom management tools! I love having a few minutes to take attendance before jumping in to class. Buzzers work like bell work or journal writing, with a little twist. The “Buzzer” is the writing prompt. This packet includes 195 prompts, so you can be picky and choose the ones you like best since there are extras. On Monday, students are given what I call a Buzzer form. I keep t
Grades:
7th - 12th
The Last Book in the Universe - Literature Circle Group Workbook
The unit plan for The Last Book in the Universe literature circles is based on a student-centered reading activity that involves various roles assigned to each student on a weekly basis. The literature circle group workbook gives each of the roles (explained below) weekly activities with which to work.
The group provides students with an opportunity to control their own learning, to share thoughts concerns and work with others in a group setting.
Each group has their own workbook and there are
Grades:
6th - 10th
The Lord of the Rings Movie Companion Project
You love the magical ambiance and journey where hobbits take you through the battle of good vs. evil for the win as saviors of Middle Earth. For presentation use, with essential questions and projects too. Is there a right way to watch a movie? Should it be in chronological order or in order of movie release? Perfect for Middle through high school options, and for GT, advanced, or gifted students too.
Grades:
7th - 10th
Secondary level English Independent Novel Study reading list and assessments
Tired of having your students do boring novel studies? Want them to be excited about reading a novel? Want them discussing their books in depth and dissecting them like pros? This unit includes the titles of 36 novels that would be appropriate for upper level
English students to read, discuss, write about and make connections with. Students will choose a book from the list that interests them. They will spend 2-4 weeks reading the book (can be done at home or during silent reading in class)
Grades:
10th - 12th
Newspaper Templates (Four Styles)
This Google Doc newsletter template includes two styles. The first style is great for students to use by themselves. The second style is great for student collaboration. Share the Google Doc with your whole class and have them work together on one newspaper or have each student create their own! Both styles use a three column layout which allows for easy editing. Your students can add images and color to spice up your newspaper!Included:• 4 different newspaper templates editable in Google Docs•
Grades:
PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
How to Write Supporting Details in Three Steps
Elevate your students' writing with our engaging guide, "How to Write Supporting Details in 3 Steps," complete with an interactive activity sheet. This invaluable resource breaks down the essentials of crafting compelling supporting details that bolster main ideas, a pivotal skill in effective writing across all disciplines.Product Description:Unlock the potential of your students' writing with this clear and concise guide designed to teach the art of creating robust supporting details. Whether
Grades:
3rd - 12th
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