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8th grade specialty literature circles
Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Literature Circles Book Clubs
Add some depth and complexity to traditional Literature Circles with this complete and ready-to-use resource!You will be amazed by the level of discussion and critical thinking that will take place among your students. Each Literature Circle role (listed below) is directly connected to 11 elements of critical thinking: Big Ideas, Rules, Trends, Patterns, Language of the Discipline, Ethics, Relationships Over Time, Details, Unanswered Questions, Across Disciplines, and Multiple Perspectives). Ju
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4th - 9th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Mega Bundle
Orton-Gillingham | Decodable Passages Bundle - Science of Reading - Fluency
This is the bundle you need to supplement your Structured Literacy lessons! These fiction decodable passages focus on one concept at a time, all while reviewing previously learned concepts. Practice fluency, comprehension and Orton-Gillingham skill application with these passages from the simple to the complex. 74 Original O-G Decodable Passages spotlighting different concepts (sounds, spelling rules, syllable types, syllable division rules) following the O-G sequence.Passages include:*Tricky Wo
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K - 8th
Nonfiction Independent Reading Journal - Middle School English
Nonfiction Independent Reading
This reading response resource is interactive and perfect for assessing nonfiction independent reading. Better yet, it covers ALL of the informational text standards! It is easy to use, simple to grade, and can be assigned over and over again for books or articles.
We all know how important independent reading is, but it’s not always easy to hold students accountable without issues such as...#1. Driving yourself crazy with all of the grading involved; #2. Knowing
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6th - 8th
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Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Task Cards for Literature
Add depth and complexity to your instruction with these Critical Thinking Task Cards for Literature! These tasks cards allow students to deeply analyze any fiction reading material through 11 topics of critical thinking: Big Ideas, Rules, Trends, Patterns, Language of the Discipline, Ethics, Relationships Over Time, Details, Unanswered Questions, Across Disciplines, and Multiple Perspectives. You will appreciate the versatility of these task cards; they can be used with almost any text (novels,
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4th - 10th, Adult Education
Also included in: Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Task Cards Bundle
READING RESPONSE JOURNAL: For Any Novel, Printable & Digital Bundle
Elevate your Middle School ELA curriculum with these comprehensive reading response activities that cover 24 reading skills and can be used with any novel! Whether you're delving into classic novels, fostering literature circles, nurturing independent reading, or facilitating read-aloud discussions, this resource enriches student engagement and accountability.Perfectly tailored for grades 6, 7, and 8, this resource empowers middle school ELA teachers to spark deeper comprehension, critical think
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5th - 8th
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Poetry & Art: Blackout Poetry Book Pages
(7) BLOWN UP BOOK PAGES & Instructions Included for creating poetry from the heart without the pressure of rhyming or form. Even if participants are not familiar with the principles of poetry (i.e., feeling, image, rhythm simile, metaphor, shape, and sound), they can express themselves with this fun activity to creatively problem solve varying poetic forms. Teach Social Emotional Learning or Poetry in a supportive way that will encourage creativity, participation, and deeper self-expression.
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Wonder RJ Palacio Comprehension Questions Novel Study
*NOW WITH ANSWER KEY INCLUDED**
This packet contains over 140 comprehension questions for the book Wonder by RJ Palacio. It breaks the book into 14 divided sections, and for each section there are 10 comprehension questions. The sections are as follows:
Part 1 August
- Pages 3 to 23
- Pages 24 to 42
- Pages 43 to 60
- Pages 61 to 80
Part 2 Via
- Pages 81 to 99
- Pages 100 to 117
Part 3 Summer
- Pages 118 to 132
Part 4 Jack
- Pages 133 to 150
- Pages 151 to 185
Part 5 Justin
- Pages 186 to
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4th - 9th
Blood on the River Chapter Summary with Comprehension Checks
Individual chapter summaries written with English Language Learners and students with learning disabilities in mind.
Summaries are detailed enough to allow scholars to follow along with the text and actively participate in class discussions but low enough of a reading level to allow struggling scholars to independently engage with the text.
Corresponding questions can be assigned regardless of whether students read the summaries or the book allowing for peace of mind that all the answers are
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4th - 8th
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Middle School Poetry Bundle: 12 Mad Libs, 3 Puzzles, 10 Poems (BEST DEAL)
Middle School Poetry Bundle: 12 Mad Libs, 3 Puzzles, 10 Poems to Create (BEST DEAL)
Mad Libs: Poetry 3-Pack:
Twelve pages of poetry-based mad libs grammar-fun activities. Each one includes a short writing activity based on the original poem for the students to complete; Set 2 contains additional illustration activities.
Word Puzzles: Literary Terms - Poetry:
Three word puzzles using poetry terms. Includes a crossword puzzle, double puzzle, and word search. Answer keys included.
Poetry-Pac
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6th - 9th
IEP and RTI Reading Progress Monitoring for Decoding Skills BUNDLE!
Over 170 pages of progress monitoring! This Bundle holds all of my decodable words progress monitoring sets. Progress monitor your students with ease in the following areas:-CVC Words-Digraphs-Initial Blends-Final Blends-Initial and Final Blends-R-Controlled Words-Silent E Words-Long Vowels-Diphthongs-Compound Words-Two Syllable Words-Multi-Syllabic WordsYou will also get teacher recording sheets to track their progress over the entire program. Put it all in a binder and you are ready for the ea
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K - 8th
Genre Personality Test: Paper & Digital
Have students take this Genre Personality Test to determine their Genre Preference. Personality test looks at 9 Different Genres: Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, Fantasy, Science Fiction, Romance, Mystery, Adventure, Horror and Sports Fiction. Print & Digital versions are included. Administer the personality quiz as a class or have students take individually. If you want to conduct the personality test as a class, show the included presentation. As students follow along with the
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5th - 8th
Also included in: Comprehensive Genre Unit BUNDLE: Paper & Digital for Distance Learning
Auggie & Me, by R.J. Palacio; A PDF and Digital Novel Study
A great character-building resource for helping students with compassion, empathy, kindness, and tolerance. This is a ready-to-use, PDF and Easel by TpT Digital packet designed to use with middle grades who are reading Auggie & Me, which contains 3 WONDER stories (The Julian Chapter, Pluto, and Shingaling), by R.J. Palacio. It includes 36 student pages for printing a student workbook plus the same workbook in digital format (in the form of an Easel Activity) complete with textboxes all re
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5th - 8th
Also included in: A WONDER-ful BUNDLE of RJ Palacio Novel Studies
Higher-Level Thinking Lesson Plans & Printables for Any Book | Critical Thinking
What is an effective way to get your students thinking at a deeper level? Simply grab these higher-level thinking and critical thinking lesson plans! There is no-prep. They are printable and can be used for any book. Included in this teaching resource is:1. Lesson Plans for any book (2 pages)2. List of Character Traits for student notebooks (2 pages)3. Possible Themes poster or printable4. Evidence Web5. Critique Questions (2 pages)6. Reasoning Web7. Example questions 8. Questions fill-in-the-
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3rd - 8th
EDITABLE Blogging Literature Circles {Technology Centered}
**As of 4/13 this product is now Editable!**
Effective tech integration must happen across the curriculum in ways that research shows deepen and enhance the learning process. Blogging literature circles support 4 key components of learning: active engagement, participation in groups, frequent interaction and feedback, and connection to real-world and real-world technologies.
Blogging literature circles are a great way to keep students engaged and learning, while having fun!
This 77 page pack
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2nd - 8th
Distance Learning Editable Depth Of Knowledge Sticks & Poster {Narrative}
Have you been wanting to incorporate Depth of Knowledge questioning skills into your classroom instruction? HERE ARE 101 WAYS TO DO JUST THAT! These DOK sticks are a SIMPLE and fun way to prepare students to dig deeper into their learning while you model how to use critical thinking skills. You can use them for your reading groups, reading response journals, literacy centers, etc. They also make WONDERFUL whole class discussions. This resource includes: * DOK Class Posters* DOK Labels* Editable
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1st - 8th
Communication Folder for Autism/Special needs
My Communication Folder for students with limited verbal skills.A selection of visuals for Speech Therapy, Special Education and Autism to support communication in the classroom and at home.The communication boards Included:-6 Communication Boards titledI want to play with I feelI need in lessonsI want to eatWhat activity I want to doPersonal needsPlus:-120 Picture symbolsThe Picture Communication Symbols ©1981–2011 by DynaVox Mayer-Johnson LLC. All Rights Reserved Worldwide. Used with permissio
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PreK - 8th
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
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7th - 8th
To Kill a Mockingbird Discussion Questions & Answers
To Kill a Mockingbird Discussion Questions & Answers: This bundle contains 62 pages of student handouts and a comprehensive teacher's answer key for thorough discussion questions that practice and assess many Common Core State Standards-based skills.Questions cover all 31 chapters in two files: one for students and a separate teacher's key.For those who have purchased my To Kill a Mockingbird digital download and To Kill a Mockingbird shipped CD, the questions are those from the teacher's g
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8th - 12th
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"Posted"- by John David Anderson: Chapter-by-Chapter Reading Questions
I have created reading comprehension questions for the novel "Posted" by John David Anderson. The questions you will receive require students to answer "right there" questions, make inferences, text-dependent questions, and use evidence from the text to support their thinking. I have not included an answer key because there are many "correct" answers to the different questions. These questions are perfect for a read aloud, independent study, book clubs, exit slips, guided reading groups, and for
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5th - 9th
I PICK Good Fit Books Bookmarks Colorful
Use these colorful bookmarks to help students learn how to pick good fit books! The purchase includes two types of bookmarks, both in color and black in white. Large poster versions of each bookmark is also included for you to display in your classroom. Includes:
Colorful I PICK Bookmark
Colorful I PICK Bookmark Poster
Black and White I PICK Bookmark
Black and White I PICK Poster
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K - 12th
Nonfiction Texts with English Language Arts Targets BUNDLE
Save money with passages for the entire year! Perfect for groups with varying needs! Makes differentiated instruction easy! This product contains 45 nonfiction texts (written by me) to target multiple areas of Common Core. Absolutely perfect for small language groups or centers!Each passage is written two ways:*Level 1 for lower grades (K-3)*Level 2 for higher grades (4-8)Each passage contains*One student copy (for reference)*One educator copy (with passage and questions)Included in the packet:N
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K - 8th
BOOM CARDS Colourful Semantics Pack - Distance Learning BUNDLE
THIS IS A GROWING BUNDLE. This bundle currently includes three colourful semantics resources:1. Boom Cards Colourful Semantics: Who + What doing + Where: Includes 25 teachable cards2. Boom Cards Colourful Semantics: Who + What doing + What: Includes Level 2: Who + what doing (e.g. the girl is reading): 25 cards and Level 3: Who + what doing + what (e.g. he watched TV): 25 cards (50 teachable cards total)3. Boom Cards Colourful Semantics: Who + What doing + What WITH REAL LIFE PICTURES: 48 teac
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PreK - 9th
Classroom Library Book Spine Labels
⭐ Use these labels to organize your fiction books in alphabetical order by author's last name. ⭐These book spine labels are compatible with Avery 5160 and 8160.⭐If you are printing using a laser print you need to purchase Avery 5160 labels. If you are printing using an inkjet printer you need to purchase Avery 8160 labels. How to use⚪ Download the zip file after purchasing.⚪ Print whichever letters you need.⚪ Purchase either Avery 5160 or 8160 labels. (can be found at Target, Walmart, Amazon, St
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K - 8th
Lucky Charms Around the World Non-fiction Text & Videos for Comprehension
Using odd or fascinating text is the key to getting your students fully engaged! Incorporate these quirky passages about lucky charms around the world into your reading comprehension lessons or speech and language therapy sessions! You can address reading or listening comprehension, responding to non-fiction text, writing in response to text, and specific skills like inferencing, comparing/contrasting, using context clues, citing evidence, and more! ⭐ Download the preview for a much closer loo
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4th - 9th
Also included in: Speech and Language St. Patrick's Day BUNDLE
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