Middle school ELA test prep literature circles under $5

Printables, Literature Circles

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Mood and Tone Task Cards

Created by

Kimberly Dana

Teaching mood and tone? Amp up the fun and proficiency level in your classroom with these (32) Mood and Tone Task Cards. Product addresses mood (the reader's emotional response) and tone (the author's attitude) with excerpts from classic and popular literature. Answer key included. This Common Core-aligned product is perfect for standardized test prep and super sub friendly. Task Cards are an effective instructional tool and alternative to boring worksheets! Bonus: Go green! Laminated task ca

Subjects:

Literature Circles, Task Cards

Grades:

6th - 12th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.6.1

, RL.6.2

, RL.6.3

, RL.7.1

, RL.7.2

...

Also included in: ELA Jumbo Task Card Bundle - Volume 2

144 Middle School English Task Cards

Created by

McKenziesCreations

Here are 144 Task Cards for middle school students, English Language Arts, grades 6,7,8 The Bundle Includes: 12 Figurative Language Task Cards with Answer Key 12 Literary Elements Task Cards with Answer Key 12 Reading Comprehension: Main Idea Task Cards with Answer Key 12 Text Structures, Features, and Evidence Task Cards with Answer Key 12 Inferencing and Drawing Conclusions Task Cards with Answer Key 12 Context Clues Task Cards with Answer Key 12 Punctuation Task Cards with Answer Key 12 Spe

Subjects:

Balanced Literacy, ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Flash Cards, Literature Circles

Refugee by Alan Gratz Test Editable

Created by

Refugee by Alan Gratz Assessment Clean professional looking test that engages students in higher level thinking skills required by common core. (Test does include some basic comprehension questions as well). This test is in Microsoft Word. Teachers can edit. 60 Questions Multiple Choice Includes Key Please see product preview to see first 23 questions of the test.

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Beth Hammett the Educator Helper

Also included in: Independent Reading Accountability Middle School Test Bundle

Author's Style Writing Activities (Middle Grades)

Created by

For Middle Grade Students, all writers have it, but do you know what style is and how to recognize it? This 15 page presentation for will help students understand and analyze their own writing styles, as well as other authors' styles. Easy to follow format will have students analyzing style in no time! Includes: Checklist for Authors Handout Definitions for Author's Style . Examples of Classic Literature and Fairy Tale to Analyze How to Find Author's Style in Writing Extra Style Analysis Activ

Subjects:

Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Writing-Essays

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Literature Circles, Lesson, Centers

Shel Silverstein Poetry BUNDLE

Created by

Stephanie Shepard

Shel Silverstein is a wonderful way to help your readers develop a love for poetry.This poetry BUNDLE will assist students in preparing for the CCSS and the FSA assessment.This product can easily be used for homework, small groups, independent practice, or as a literacy center.Included in your download are SIX poems with four comprehension questions each.1. How Not To Have To Dry Dishes2. Somebody Has To3. Messy Room4. Going Up, Going Down5. Hug O' War6. Batty * An answer key is provided.Check o

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Poetry

Grades:

2nd - 6th

Types:

Literature Circles, Centers

CCSS:

RL.4.1

, RL.4.2

, RL.4.3

, L.4.4

, L.4.4a

...

DAZE / MAZE / CLOZE Passages with a Science Emphasis

Created by

Resource Roundup

These science based passages are designed to enhance fluency and comprehension skills in students. This collection features 25 engaging DAZE / MAZE/ CLOZE passages covering a range of topics aligned with the Common Core standards for science. The passages encompass a mix of nonfiction and narrative content, ensuring students' exposure to various genres. To facilitate assessment and progress tracking, an answer key is included, offering educators a valuable resource for effective instruction and

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Science

Grades:

2nd - 6th

Types:

Worksheets, Assessment, Literature Circles

CCSS:

CCRA.R.10

Also included in: DAZE / MAZE / CLOZE Practice Passages

Reading Passages with Depth of Knowledge (DOK) Questions

Created by

The Rowdy Kids in 3

This product includes five different passages. Each passage includes questions from the DOK 1, 2, and 3 question stems. Ideal for independent work in 4th - 6th Grade. May also be used as whole or small group work with 3rd graders.

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Worksheets, Literature Circles

The Magician's Nephew Test

Created by

Clean professional looking test for The Magician's Nephew by C.S. Lewis. Questions Include: Plot Details, Quote Identification, Character Traits, Author Use of Literary Devices 50 QuestionsMultiple Choice Includes Key Please see the product preview to see the first three pages of the test.

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Social Studies - History

Prisoner B-3087 Comprehension Assessment

Created by

Wren's Roost

This file is a fully editable comprehension assessment to accompany the book Prisoner B-3087, written by Alan Gratz. There are 28 questions, 10 selected response, 10 short answer, 5 sequencing, and 3 extended response questions. An answer key is included.

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

ELA Test Prep, Reading, Reading Strategies

Reading Comprehension Questions Any Book or Novel | Distance Learning Google

Created by

Teaching on Lemon Lane

I developed these “Roll and Respond,” sheets as a fun way for students to stay focused and to make sure their Literature Circle Discussions were supported and focused. These pages are focused on the Active Reading Strategy: Reading Comprehension. Editable through google, and perfect for Distance Learning. They work with any text (Novel) and the Reading Response pages are great for Literature Circles, Guided Reading Groups, Literacy Centers...etc. Students Roll a die, (literal or digital) and the

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 12th

Types:

Printables, Literature Circles, Centers

Also included in: Reading Comprehension Questions BUNDLE Active Reading Strategies Editable

"Angry VERBS" Activity Packet Part Two

Created by

Joy in the Journey by Jessica Lawler

Who says grammar can't be fun? Excite your students with these fun "Angry VERB" activities! This 20-page packet includes two fun and engaging games that are Common Core aligned and give your students valuable practice with verbs. Perfect for centers, partner work, or individual activity for students who need reinforcement. Two activities: Game 1: Parts of Speech Sort - Angry Verb vs. Not an Angry Verb Game 2: “In-Tense” Sort - Past, Present, or Future Verbs EACH activity includes: Game board

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Grammar

Grades:

1st - 6th

Types:

Activities, Games, Literature Circles

Common Core 6th Grade ELA Question Cards

Created by

smarties

68 question cards that cover 6th grade common core standards for reading literature and reading for information. These cards can be laminated or printed on card stock to be used in centers, stations, small groups, literature circles or independent work. I laminated a set, punched a hole in the corner and put them on a ring for quick reference when asking students questions. Also, this set includes the above reading standards typed up as a condensed resource.

Subjects:

Printables, Literature Circles, Task Cards

Grades:

6th

Types:

Pax Final Test

Created by

Cauble's Creations

Sara Pennypacker's book Pax is a beautifully written novel full of imagery and theme. This is a 20 multiple choice + 3 discussion question test that can be given at the end of a unit on Pax! It is geared toward deep literary analysis and possibly for stronger/gifted students. Answer key included.

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Reading

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

The Horse and his Boy Test

Created by

Clean professional looking test for The Horse and his Boy by C.S. Lewis. Questions Include: Plot Details, Quote Identification, Character Traits, Author Use of Literary Devices 50 Questions Multiple Choice Includes Key Please see the product preview to see the first three pages of the test.

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Test (NEW!)

Created by

Clean professional looking test for The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. 50 Questions Multiple Choice Includes Key Please see the product preview to see the first two pages of the test.

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

ELA Test Prep, Literature, Reading

Folktale Anchor Chart

Created by

Life with firsties

This is a printable Folktale anchor chart describing that a folktale is and the characteristics they have.

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 6th

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Posters, Literature Circles

Hello Universe Vocabulary Resources

Created by

LIT Lessons

Teaching vocabulary is an important part of any lesson. The Hello, Universe vocabulary resources will help students learn, acquire, and utilize new words in their writing and speaking. The vocabulary resources will assist students in building their own vocabulary and engage them in varied activities to maximize their vocabulary’s expansion. Below is an outline of the resources included to help teach challenging vocabulary words in Hello, Universe and build your students’ vocabulary knowledge.Dig

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Vocabulary

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.5.4

, RL.6.4

, RL.7.4

Also included in: Hello Universe Novel Study

I am the Messenger by Markus Zusak - Chapter Prompts/Questions

Created by

Quietly Providing Quality

This product is designed to be used individually by students as they read this book (although the questions can also be used for whole-or small-group discussion). They should have a journal (or a portion of their journal) devoted to the responses they will write as they read this book. Students first read the Before You Read information and respond to the prompt in their journal. As they read each chapter of the book, they respond to the accompanying prompt. The questions and prompts do not nec

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Literature, Reading

Grades:

8th - 12th

Types:

Worksheets, Literature Circles

Reading Street - Author's Voice - The Gymnast

Created by

MrSalearno's

Enhance reading comprehension by teaching author's voice in nonfiction texts. Our class wanted to generate an autobiography, but before we did that, we needed to study author's voice when reading complex texts. *I will eventually be selling the Smartboard presentation as well, it is at work. Includes: Highly Effective Lesson Plan with common core standards, learning target and look fors, Graphic Organizer, three excerpts of nonfiction pieces including "Gary Soto's The Gymnast" from Reading S

Subjects:

Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Informational Text

Grades:

4th - 9th

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Literature Circles, Lesson

RAP Short Answer Resource

Created by

Teaching and Uplifting

Use this resource as a visual reminder in your classroom for students to completely answer short answer questions with supporting text evidence!

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, Writing

Grades:

3rd - 12th

Types:

Handouts, Literature Circles, Centers

"Journey to Serenity: Exploring the Isle of Wight - An Epic Descriptive Essay"

Created by

Academia of Intelligence

Title: "Journey to Serenity: Exploring the Isle of Wight - An Epic Descriptive Essay"  GCSE/IGCSE English Dive into the beauty of the Isle of Wight with our epic descriptive essay, "Journey to Serenity: Exploring the Isle of Wight"! This model answer transports you to the enchanting landscapes and timeless charm of the Isle of Wight, capturing the essence of its rugged cliffs, picturesque villages and pristine beaches. It's a journey of discovery and serenity, where history whispers through anci

Subjects:

Close Reading, Creative Writing, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

Study Guides, Literature Circles, English (UK)

"To Be or Not to Be" Hamlet Soliloquy Analysis

Created by

Educate and Create

A soliloquy Analysis of Hamlet's famous soliloquy. Includes a link to a video, handouts, and an answer key.

Subjects:

Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Literature

Grades:

8th - 12th

Types:

Handouts, Literature Circles, Centers

Also included in: Hamlet Bundle

From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler Test (NEW!)

Created by

From The Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E.L. Konigsburg Clean professional looking test that engages students in higher level thinking skills required by common core. (Test does include some basic comprehension questions as well). 50 Questions Multiple Choice Includes Key 10 page test plus 1 page key for 11 pages total Please upload the product preview to see pages 5 and 6 of the test.

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types: