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8th grade study skills short stories research
School Library Labels Signs Guides Poster Nonfiction Dewey Decimal System Order
Do you have library shelf labels, guides, and posters to help your patrons independently find the library books they are looking for? With these essentials for library organization and management, your nonfiction area will be more accessible with MATCHING colorful graphics for nonfiction subjects your patrons want to find.This resource will SAVE YOU TIME. Many librarians are providing the planning period for classroom teachers without any additional staff. That means that you have classes to d
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1st - 8th
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Teaching Research Skills for Students : How- to- Guide Lesson, Activity & Rubric
Ever told students they had to do research only to be met with deer-in-the-headlights expressions? Or only realized they had no clue how to research while in the midst of marking your 10th paper? Get students on the right track by introducing research skills early on in their learning, at any grade level, so they’re prepared to do it when that research-skills-based assignment comes up! This step-by-step and no prep guide serves as an introductory mini lesson, covering the what, when, why, &
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4th - 12th
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Civil War Project Menu- No prep, share and go!
This no prep, share or print and go, highly engaging Civil War project menu gives students the opportunity to be engaged in activities which deepen their understanding of the American Civil War while sharpening their critical thinking, writing, research, and even artistic skills. Since this is a PDF file, this product may be easily shared with students so that they may view directions virtually and complete project activities either virtually or on paper. The project menu includes 9 project opt
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4th - 8th
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Note Taking Templates | Note Taking Graphic Organizers
This note taking activity collection contains 24 No Prep, open ended booklets that can be used with any note taking assignment. These flip flap books are created with Common Core standards in mind, requiring critical thinking and elaboration of ideas. Students are required to respond in a variety of creative ways, including writing, doodling, analyzing, and more! The activities are ideal for individual and collaborative work.Each Flip Flap book contains an entire page of space for student wor
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3rd - 12th
Also included in:Â Reading Response Bundle | Reading Flip Flap Books
Utopian - Utopia vs Dystopia Activity - Dystopian Literature Unit Activities
Introduce utopia, utopia vs. dystopia settings and themes, along with the concept of a perfect utopian world! This unique utopian resource includes opportunities for students to read, write, and conduct research! A slides presentation on the utopian world concept is included with 3 activities exploring dystopian versus utopian settings. Pair this resource with Ursula Le Guin’s “The Ones Who Walk Away from Omelas," Sir Thomas More’s “Utopia," or any utopian/dystopian literature!The Quest for Ut
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8th - 11th
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What Kind of Learner Are You? Learning Modalities Survey
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Research based brief survey to determine student learning modalities.
It is important to understand how your students learn best and differentiate instruction to meet their individual needs.
As a teacher it is important to differentiate groups based from different criteria. I differentiate groups by readiness (knowledge level), Modality (Learning Style) and Personality.I utilize surveys on day 1 to assist in differentiating instruction and group
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4th - 12th
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Virtual College Research Project for AVID, ASB, Leadership, Student Council
This is a FUN and different way to look at a college. It is perfect for an avid study skills class, an elective, ELA, student council, asb... you name it! This resource encourages students to research a college they might be interested in attending. They will analyze the admissions process and evaluate if they are on the right track to attend this college. Being a good fit for a college is very important. I explain that if a college doesn't have the major you think you want, then it might not be
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6th - 12th
Summer School Activities Curriculum - Short Story Project - 6th 7th 8th grade
Teaching Summer School has never been easier with this all-in-one reading and writing project-based activities curriculum for middle school! All the work is done - including PowerPoints, notes, and 4 weeks of Lesson Plans for important skills such as plot diagrams, summarizing, researching, and group work!Your students will:1. Take a multiple intelligences assessment.2. Be grouped by strength.3. Choose a short story to study.4. Learn about plot diagrams, summarizing, research, and group wor
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6th - 8th
Introduction to Edgar Allan Poe Scavenger Hunt
This resource features a comprehensive list of questions to introduce the life and times of Edgar Allan Poe. Students will be shocked to learn some of the gruesome details of his life. This resource works great as homework prior to beginning your Poe unit or can be done in the classroom with computer access.Resource includes:15 questions about Edgar Allan PoeFull answer keyList of credible websites for students to explore when looking for answers__________________________________________________
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8th - 11th
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Also included in:Â Edgar Allan Poe Resource Bundle
The Tell-Tale Heart — Guilty or Not Guilty Trial Activity using Textual Evidence
Guilty or not guilty?! Let your students decide the fate of the narrator from The Tell-Tale Heart!This activity requires research, critical thinking, close reading, literary analysis, and finding textual evidence to justify responses. Students will research the different degrees of murder in the United States. Then they will take on the role of the judge for the trial against the narrator in the story "The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe. Students will use both critical thinking skills and e
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7th - 11th
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Also included in:Â The Tell-Tale Heart Reading Comprehension Activities BUNDLE
PARAPHRASING Lesson and Practice
When students are told to "paraphrase," many need a review of what that term means.This file includes board note pages usable with smart/prom/overhead or document camera, and coordinating student handout for reviewing paraphrasing with one article on a student friendly topic. It walks students through the steps for paraphrasing.Then there is a second article - a one page independent or group student practice, using the instructions reviewed on the first handout.A word search and a matching exer
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6th - 10th
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Black History Research Reports Upper Grades | Posters of Each Figure Included
Faces of Black History Research Posters are engaging research posters for students in upper grades. This set includes 25 different book reports. There are 5 different styles and formats! Students may use books, encyclopedias, and student-friendly internet sites to do their research. Since each research poster is a single page, students will have time to research several historical figures during the month of February or anytime!A full set of both color and black and white posters of each figu
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4th - 8th
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Research Report Note Sheets, Planner, and Graphic Organizer
44 pages of printable sheets for your young student (grades 3-6) to write a research report on ANY topic in History, Science, or any other subject! Includes graphic organizers, planning helps, instructions for how to write a research report, paragraph planners, and printable sheets for writing a final copy.
Created for use by homeschooling families teaching more than one grade level, yet wanting each student to write a research report on his/her own level.
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2nd - 8th
Helpful GTPA References - Graduate Teacher Performance Assessment
GTPA - Helpful ReferencesHey there, pre-service teacher!Congratulations to you for finally reaching the stage of the GTPA. Take a deep breath, you've got this! In this bundle, I have provided some really helpful and applicable references that I used within my GTPA, specific to each practice. I have provided at least five for each practice which is more than enough.In text citations and the reference list are cited in reference with APA 7 reference styling. I complied this document with the resea
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PreK - 12th
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Evaluating Websites PowerPoint: A Tool for Internet Research
This PowerPoint features an engaging, informative presentation providing practical tips for evaluating the credibility of Internet sources. It is great to use when introducing the research process, or even to remind students about exercising caution when citing sources from the Internet in any writing assignment.
The student notes/teacher notes portion of this activity can be purchased separately in my product listings (title=Evaluating Websites PowerPoint: Student/Teacher Notes). This documen
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
BUNDLE Cubism & Pablo Picasso Full Unit Activity, Workbook & Doodle Map
ART HISTORY │ VISUAL ARTS │STUDY SKILLS⫸ Full Unit⫸ Research⫸ Visual note-takingIntroduce your students to Cubism! Cubism was an early 20th-century modern an early-20th-century art movement that revolutionized European painting and sculpture, and inspired related movements in music, literature and architecture. The famous artist Pablo Picasso was a key leader in this art movement.This bundle brings together all 3 of my resources on Cubism to create a full unit on this topic. Please see individua
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
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John Updike A&P Short Story Quiz
John Updike's Short Story A&P Quiz - Includes 20 questions and answers to assess student comprehension and understanding. Also great to be used as a Research Paper Idea (See my Short Story Research Assignment)
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8th - 12th
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Urban Legend Webquest
An 18 question mini research assignment on urban legends.
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7th - 10th
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After School Tutoring Proposal and Implementation Forms
Boost academic performance and social emotional functioning through an after school tutoring program. This product includes:
- Researched-based benefits of a tutoring program (to both tutor and tutee)
- Application Form (tutor)
- Teacher Recommendation form (tutor)
- Tutor Agreement (including parent signature)
- Tutor Training guidelines
- Parent letter for potential tutees (from school)
- Tutee interview form (completed the first meeting)
- Tutor Feedback sheet (to provide reflection on thei
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K - 8th, Staff
CIVIL WAR BATTLE Tri-fold Research Report
Students will choose one battle of the American Civil War and research essential information about it. A list of battles is included. A detailed student hand-out leads them through the process. A page with teacher suggestions and instructions is included too.A tri-fold matrix (two versions of the outer page) is the final result. This has areas for date, location, and leaders on the outer page, and major events on the inner page. The inner page is one unit, and not divided into thirds.In addi
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5th - 11th
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Back to School Planning Bundle Reading, Writing, Research Activities
Everything you need for Back to School! Spend more time teaching and less time planning with 9 different resources designed to take work off your plate at the start of the year. Bell ringers, writing, reading, and research activities. Just plug and play!Plus, editable lesson plans that you can customize.What you'll get:(2 resources) August & September digital warm ups / bell ringer journal with quirky celebrations, historical events, holidays, and quotes. "The Fun They Had" short story analy
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6th - 8th
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Note Taking Graphic Organizers | Study Skills Activities
Note Taking is an effective study skill and has a positive effect on learning. Research shows students tend to remember more when they record information. These note cards offer a practical, yet fresh approach to note taking. They are practical because they can be used as students would use index cards. However, these note cards come in a variety of formats, serve as organizers, and can even be stapled into booklets. In addition to the note cards, a 2-page teacher/student idea guide is incl
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3rd - 12th
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Also included in:Â Study Skills Activities Bundle
Test-Taking Techniques and Strategies Worksheets Word Search and Crosswords
Help your students excel in their exams with these engaging Taking Tests Successfully worksheets! This set includes both a word search and a crossword puzzle to reinforce important tips for test-taking success, such as reading instructions carefully, getting enough sleep, and staying organized with a study schedule. With visually appealing designs and fun clues, these worksheets are perfect for students of all ages and skill levels. Use them as a standalone activity or as part of a larger test p
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6th - 9th
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Google Slides Historical Figure Facebook Profile Template
Use this Google Slides template to help students gain a better understanding of a historical figure and to enhance their research skills! Students can fill out biographical information by clicking on the text. They can also add photos and post up to four status updates with dates.
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6th - 12th
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