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Free high school literature research
Greek Mythology Research Assignment
In this research assignment students research different gods, goddesses, creatures and humans from Greek Mythology. I had my students work individually at home and I had them pick names from a hat. You can have them work in groups and do it in class using laptops if you wish. Some of my students prepared PowerPoint presentations, some made posters and others just made a speech.
I started teaching the epic poem The Odyssey to my high school students and I found out that most of them had very lit
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6th - 12th
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"The Outsiders" Pre-Reading Online Scavenger Hunt
Using a computer or other technology, students will research S.E. Hinton and the 1960's time period in order to prepare to read "The Outsiders." Two pages of questions that guide students through internet research.
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6th - 12th
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Shakespeare Scavenger Hunt
I love William Shakespeare. I love the language, the time-period he lived in, and the timeless themes that his plays have. I tend to teach a lot of Shakespeare. I like to do the Shakespeare Scavenger Hunt in my school’s library but you can do it in the computer lab as well. It’s just a basic series of questions about Shakespeare and his time-period. I like to have my students go to the library because it gives them a chance to move around. Doing a scavenger hunt like this is also more fun than j
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Fever 1793 Pre-Reading Research Project
Fever 1793 This pre-reading group research project prepares students to enter the world of Philadelphia 1793. This research project also gives students background knowledge of yellow fever and how it affected the Philadelphia populace. This project has 4 different sets of questions for 3 different reading levels. This research project comes with the answers.
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6th - 10th
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Avengers Project Craft - STEM - PBL
If you would like to purchase the 100% EDITABLE version of this product, click here! Great for differentiation!Engage your students in project-based learning!Superheroes have been capturing the imaginations of people since the early 1930s. Superheroes are fictional characters who use superpowers to protect people and fight for good. Many, such as Superman and The Flash, are positive examples of how people can strive to improve the world around them. From Superman’s ability to fly to Thor’s abili
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5th - 10th
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Free Greek Mythology Writing Assignment Common Core Activity
This assignment would make a great "back to school" writing sample for the first week or two. Students complete a textually based writing assignment based on two Greek Myths. I would love some feedback on this free lesson. Click here to follow me for free lessons and sales!Click here to have free lessons and unit ideas sent to your email.Related Productsâ™’ Free Greek Mythology Writing Assignment:Common Coreâ™’ Free Mythology Research Project: Greek Festivalâ™’ Greek Mythology Literacy Stationsâ™’ Greek
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9th - 12th
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Changing Injustices of Society Project for Night and The Holocaust
This project was created to answer the question "How do we, as individuals, change the injustices of society?" after studying Night by Elie Wiesel.
This is a multimedia project that requires the students to do research and present. It may be useful for purposes other than a follow-up to studying Night.
This file contains a page explaining the project, names for research, a page to help students organize their information and make sure they have all the necessary components, and the rubric.
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8th - 12th
Antigone- Modern Day Resisters Project Guidelines and Rubric
Post-Reading Summative Assessment for Sophocles's drama Antigone.Students will research modern day resisters who embody the same characteristics as Antigone. Project offers a list of suggestions of modern day rebels, guidelines for creating a posterboard and writing a 2-3 minute speech. Grading rubric is included.Project can be cooperative or for individual work. Great alternative to writing a formal paper and incorporates visual learning strategies for students with learning disabilities.You mi
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8th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Antigone Bundle- Activities, Powerpoint, Test, and Assessments
But isn't my GPA the only thing that matters?
With all of the career and college readiness planning going on, many students fail to see how even in 5th and 6th grade, their decisions impact how they will do in the future. Furthermore, students think that ONLY GPA or an "A" on the report card is what matters, and they fail to look beyond. As a former admissions advisor for numerous universities in Wisconsin, I can attest that we really do look for the whole child. As a current 8th grade ELA teacher, I've been working on this with my stude
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5th - 12th
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Salem Witches Webquest
This webquest is a pre-reading acitivity that I use to introduce The Crucible and provide students with background information on the trials.
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10th - 12th
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Superhero Project - Interactive Fans - PBL
Superheroes have been capturing the imaginations of people since the early 1930s. Superheroes are fictional characters who use superpowers to protect people and fight for good. Many, such as Superman and The Flash, are positive examples of how people can strive to improve the world around them. From Superman’s ability to fly to Thor’s ability to summon lightning, the variety of superpowers superheroes possess is vast. For this activity, students will study multiple superheroes and create an inte
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4th - 12th
Project about life during the Medieval period
* I did this assignment prior to starting King Aurthur in my gifted reading class in order to provide some background knowledge *
Students are provided with an initial website with which to begin research on their selected topics. Students will work in groups to conduct research and make a presentation with a "creative visual" to share with the class.
RUBRIC INCLUDED!
Groups of students may choose one of the following and must cover each of the topics listed in that selection:
- Religion, mu
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5th - 10th
Al Capone Does My Shirts Preview Web Quest
This is a great way to introduce students to Al Capone and Alcatraz. Students will copy information directly, summarize, compare and contrast, infer. Students will also apply their internet research skills. This book is a must read for any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade classroom.
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5th - 9th
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Anthrax News Article
In a recent news article, the resurgence of anthrax, a deadly bacterial infection, has been highlighted. The article delves into how anthrax, once a concern primarily for veterinarians and agricultural workers, is now posing a threat to a wider population due to various factors such as climate change and bioterrorism potential. It discusses recent cases of anthrax outbreaks in different regions and explores the challenges in diagnosing and treating the disease. Additionally, the article emphasiz
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Canterbury Tales Character Project
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OBJECTIVE: To understand who the pilgrims are in Chaucer’s story.
THE PLAN: With a partner you will research 2 characters from the Prologue. At the end of your research you should be able to accurately describe your character’s:
• Appearance • Social status
• Occupation • Economic status
Your research will reflect an understanding of the middle ages.
THE FINISHED PRODUCT: You and your partner will present in class your characters (speech) you are the experts on your character. You wi
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12th
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Back to School Literary Movements Scavenger Hunt - A FREE Web Quest Activity
Looking for something both rigorous and relevant to kick off the school year? This free online scavenger hunt will provide students with an overview of the major literary movements throughout history. Once completed, their timeline can serve as a reference/guide for them to utilize throughout the year as they read and analyze a variety of literature. Materials Included:A product overview with Common Core standards and Teacher Notes providedA 2-page timeline, with accompanying links, that covers
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9th - 12th
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How to write a thesis statement
This pdf helps students write a thesis statement that:
1. is one sentence
2. sums up the main points of the essay, and
3. portrays an argument.
This PDF is short and sweet, including only necessary information for constructing a thesis statement. This method has been proven helpful with all high school literature students. It also can carry them well into their graduate and post-graduate writing careers. This method is one I learned in my first year of college, and I used until my graduate sch
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Dystopian Topics Research Project
Here is a powerpoint with 25 different topics about real-world technology that could lead to a dystopian outcome. This is meant to help students connect the real-world to the dystopian worlds read about in class.
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8th - 11th
Miller's The Crucible, Essay Topics
This document includes ten possible analysis topics for Miller's The Crucible; all of these topics include a research element. In developing these prompts, I have tried to go beyond the basic thematic approach (the importance of a good name) or those that focus on play as a reflection of the McCarthy era. While the latter of these is included on this list, the remaining essays encourage students to move into feminist analysis and new historicism. As such, there are three possible feminist analys
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10th - 12th
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Dystopia Research Article Pairing: Internment by Samira Ahmed
This resource can be used by itself or with my other Dystopia Research Article Pairing resources. It includes an excerpt from the novel Internment by Samira Ahmed as well as three nonfiction articles that can be paired with the text.Whether the students read just this excerpt or the entire novel, they can use these research articles to make real-world connections to the text. In my classroom, I teach a unit about the social commentary within dystopian novels, and we use these articles as a jumpi
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6th - 12th
Also included in:Â Dystopia Research Article Pairings Bundle
The Crucible - Symbolism of Puritan Names Web Quest
Unless your students are religious, they may not know the significance of the biblical names in The Crucible. I give this to the students after Act 1 to fully understand the allusion of the historical names and town in which the play takes place.
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8th - 12th
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Sandra Cisneros One Pager Freebie
Looking to engage your students in The House on Mango Street? Use this Sandra Cisneros One Pager to gain background knowledge about the author and make connections throughout the text! This free resource includes the following: What is a one-pager slideWhy study an author slideInformation to put in your one-pagerExample one-pagersThis resource would be perfect for grades 8-10! There is little prep for the teacher! Just assign and go. Check out the other resources for The House on Mango Street!
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8th - 10th
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Also included in:Â The House on Mango Street Unit Bundle
To Kill a Mockingbird: Pre Reading Assignment
"TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD" Pre- Reading AssignmentPart 1: Historical ContextResearch questions to help students understand the historical and social context of "To Kill a Mockingbird"Part 2: Personal OpinionDiscussion questions too get students thinking about their won experiences and thoughts regarding some of the important themes of "To Kill a Mockingbird"
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Â "To Kill a Mockingbird" Complete Unit
The Crucible Mass Hysteria Research Project
Allow your students to see the real world implications of mass spread fear and panic! This project will allow students to explore the main theme of The Crucible, mass hysteria, by researching real world instances of mass hysteria. For this project, students must create a product in which they describe a case of real-world mass hysteria and discuss the implications on society.This project may be modified to fit your own classroom. (Includes rubric)
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9th - 12th
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