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Middle school critical thinking literature circles

Preview of Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Literature Circles Book Clubs

Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Literature Circles Book Clubs

Created by
Teacher Thrive
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
Preview of Nonfiction Independent Reading Journal - Middle School English

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
Preview of Depth and Complexity  Critical Thinking Task Cards for Literature

Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Task Cards for Literature

Created by
Teacher Thrive
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,
Preview of Book Report Foldable Project: Pop-Up Picture Book with Editable Rubrics

Book Report Foldable Project: Pop-Up Picture Book with Editable Rubrics

Are you tired of the same extension projects for independent novel studies or literature circles? Then look no further! This 3D Pop-Up Picture Book Report comes with everything your students will need to create this foldable project. Even the not-so crafty teacher will love making this project! You will only need plain white paper, scissors, glue and coloring tools to create this engaging project. That’s all! Included in this resource:Step by step instructions that will be easy enough for your s
Preview of READING RESPONSE JOURNAL: For Any Novel, Printable & Digital Bundle

READING RESPONSE JOURNAL: For Any Novel, Printable & Digital Bundle

Created by
Literary Sherri
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
Preview of Middle School Poetry Bundle: 12 Mad Libs, 3 Puzzles, 10 Poems (BEST DEAL)

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
Preview of Literature Circles Made Easy | Classroom Book Clubs Discussion Bundle

Literature Circles Made Easy | Classroom Book Clubs Discussion Bundle

Created by
Laura Candler
The Literature Circles Made Easy | Classroom Boom Clubs Discussion Bundle includes three products that will motivate your students to love reading as they learn how to have productive team discussions. The most important component of this bundle is Classroom Book Clubs: Literature Circles Made Easy, a series of short videos for the teacher that explain how to implement a fun and effective method for using Literature Circles with upper elementary students. You'll also find all the printables you'
Preview of Advanced Novel Study: The Mysterious Benedict Society with Depth and Complexity

Advanced Novel Study: The Mysterious Benedict Society with Depth and Complexity

Created by
The GATEWay Gals
This novel study guide is designed to use with high level 4th and/or 5th grade students, and was specifically designed with gifted students in mind. It could also be used with middle school grades. The level of depth in questioning and discussions will be at teacher discretion based on student readiness.In designing this unit, a main focus was guiding students to think deeply about underlying themes, ethical issues, and connections to the real world. Specifically, I want my students to use this
Preview of Advanced Novel Study for the Westing Game with Depth and Complexity

Advanced Novel Study for the Westing Game with Depth and Complexity

Created by
The GATEWay Gals
This novel study was written for gifted fifth graders, and would be most appropriate for children ages 10 and older. The main focus of this unit was to guide students to analyze text on a deeper level, gaining rich understandings of theme and descriptive language. Students will need to think, infer, and cite text evidence to support their answers. They will also need to be organized in their reading approach to keep track of details and clues and solve the mystery.Students will meet objectives f
Preview of The Eleventh Hour Booklet

The Eleventh Hour Booklet

**2021 UPDATED VERSION**This booklet is to accompany the book "The Eleventh Hour" by Graeme Base.Read the book with your class, and use this booklet to help students try to solve the mystery. This booklet includes: Pages to keep track of the suspectsPages to keep track of the timePages to record notes and clues from the illustrationsPages to decode the "Note for Detectives" at the end of the bookEncourage critical thinking and close reading with this book that your students will LOVE!!The downl
Preview of Distance Learning Editable Depth Of Knowledge Sticks & Poster {Narrative}

Distance Learning Editable Depth Of Knowledge Sticks & Poster {Narrative}

Created by
Angela Linzay
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
Preview of Higher-Level Thinking Lesson Plans & Printables for Any Book | Critical Thinking

Higher-Level Thinking Lesson Plans & Printables for Any Book | Critical Thinking

Created by
Rockin Resources
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-
Preview of The Westing Game Novel Study: Activities & Questions to Improve Comprehension

The Westing Game Novel Study: Activities & Questions to Improve Comprehension

Created by
Brenda Kovich
Support comprehension of The Westing Game (and have some fun!) A detective's journal helps kids keep track of tenants, the obituary, paired heirs, and clues. Additional activities and discussion questions foster understanding of this complex puzzle-piece mystery novel. These resources were created to address a specific need in my classroom. Although I taught a class of high ability students, some just didn't get the outcome of this book. When, however, they analyzed specific details and discusse
Preview of Thanksgiving Logic Puzzles, Word Puzzles, Brain Teasers and & More

Thanksgiving Logic Puzzles, Word Puzzles, Brain Teasers and & More

Created by
Gina Kennedy
"Thanksgiving Word Puzzles, Brain Teasers and Logic Puzzles!" This resource is a great way to celebrate Thanksgiving and challenge your students critical thinking skills at the same time! The activities range from hidden word puzzles to logic puzzles, a trivia quiz and much more! Excellent and challenging Thanksgiving brain food for the holidays! Use a puzzle a day before the holidays. Print and go Thanksgiving fun! All new products in my store are 50% off the first 24 hours. Be sure to foll
Preview of Making Inferences Role Play Activity | Part 2

Making Inferences Role Play Activity | Part 2

Created by
Mia McDaniel
Follow up to Making Inferences Role Play Activity Freebie :) Includes 10 more role play scenariosStudents with language difficulties (and even students without!) struggle to make inferences and draw conclusions when faced with text in the classroom and on tests.Teach them that these skills are actually things that they do everyday whether it be eavesdropping on a big sister or listening in on mom’s phone conversation. Help them master the art of making inferences and drawing conclusions exclusiv
Preview of Jumbo Poster Size Graphic Organizer Collaboration and Group Discussion Mats

Jumbo Poster Size Graphic Organizer Collaboration and Group Discussion Mats

Need some help getting your group to record their discussions or stay on topic? More important, do you need a way to do that conveniently without a lot of effort? Yes, graphic organizers can be found anywhere. These poster size printouts save you the time of formatting and enlarging them for whole or small group use. As a teacher, my time is valuable, which is why I made these. These printable collaboration mats print across 6, 8.5 x 11 sheets of paper each. Once taped together, they make the p
Preview of The "5" Senses - Graphic Organizer + BONUS

The "5" Senses - Graphic Organizer + BONUS

Created by
It's HOT
Your class just listened to a song of inspiration, read a gut-wrenching poem, watched a powerful speech given by Barack Obama. Upon reflection, what did that song, poem, speech, etc. SOUND like, FEEL like, TASTE like (YES it does!), LOOK like, SMELL like (YES it does!)? This simple graphic organizer allows students to anchor their emotional reactions to any given activity and serves to support and further classroom discussions. Many other uses, too. VERY POPULAR! Simple in its design - Powerful
Preview of Historical Fiction Reading Passages and Questions on The Holocaust WWII

Historical Fiction Reading Passages and Questions on The Holocaust WWII

Help students analyze and understand the Holocaust with this standards-based, historical fiction story. In this passage, a depressed narrator takes the reader through a sensory journey of his surroundings in Auschwitz-Birkenau in his final days, while he questions his belief in God. This thought-provoking story will lead to strong discussion in your classroom. Click HERE to save 25% off the price of individual resources with the bundle.Click HERE to save 30% off the price of individual resources
Preview of Making Inferences Role Play Activity

Making Inferences Role Play Activity

Created by
Mia McDaniel
Students with language difficulties struggle to make inferences and draw conclusions when faced with text in the classroom and on tests. Teach them that these skills are actually things that they do everyday! Help them master the art of making inferences and drawing conclusions - exclusive of text - then they can grow from there! Take out your cell phone in language therapy, and role play (or have them role play) the phone conversations in this fun and funtional activity. Even do the different
Preview of Blooms Taxonomy Higher Level Thinking Question Stems - Six Levels

Blooms Taxonomy Higher Level Thinking Question Stems - Six Levels

Created by
HeartSoulJoy
Six Levels of Question Stems:1. Remember2. Understand3. Apply4. Analyze5. Evaluate6. CreateStudents can paste this into a composition book and use with the "Quick Question" section on my Article of the Week!------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with me:• Blog • Instagram • Pinterest • TikTok★ Follow my store to get notifications of new resources and freebies!Thanks for Looking and Happy Teaching!
Preview of Listening and Following Directions - Math

Listening and Following Directions - Math

This product is filled with worksheets that promote building listening skills and following directions. These worksheets are for whole group, small group, or independent. Depending on the students level of independence, it can be for independent or teacher prompted instruction. These are great self-explanatory sheets that are good to leave for substitutes. This is the MATH Edition.This product is also available as part of a discounted bundle in my store: Listening and Following Directions BUNDL
Preview of Discussion Questions & Creative Writing Prompts for Korman's Masterminds

Discussion Questions & Creative Writing Prompts for Korman's Masterminds

Motivate your students towards active, engaging discussion with these open-ended discussion questions to accompany Gordon Korman's middle-grade book Masterminds! This product contains:- three questions per chapter in an easy-to-use printable chart, along with suggestions for encouraging your students to participate in discussions. - these questions created as printable handouts for students, so that they can be used for homework, comprehension checks, essay prompts, or even as group preparati
Preview of Atomic Habits Book Study

Atomic Habits Book Study

Created by
MrsBreeSchrock
Take your high school English classroom on a transformative journey through the book Atomic Habits with this comprehensive unit! As an experienced high school English teacher, I understand the importance of providing educators with resources that foster collaboration, meaningful engagement, and clear learning objectives.This unit comes complete with a detailed pacing guide, allowing you to plan exactly how long each lesson will take to teach. With clear learning objectives and essential question
Preview of The Honest Truth ELA Resource Bundle I Print & Digital Versions

The Honest Truth ELA Resource Bundle I Print & Digital Versions

Students will love reading and interacting with Dan Gemeinhart's The Honest Truth, and this bundle will save you time and money! With discussion questions, unit studies, book club activities, and printable posters, you'll have everything you need to print and start teaching this unit immediately.These products are suitable for upper-elementary and middle-grade students in literature circles, book clubs, homeschooling, or for use in a full class.*A digital version of the unit study, book club re
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