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High school Martin Luther King Day ELA test prep scripts
The Tell-Tale Heart Reader's Theater Toolkit for Middle School
The Tell-Tale Heart is a short story by Edgar Allen Poe. This reader's theater adaptation of this scary tale will get your students thinking more deeply as they take on the roles of the narrator, old man, and the police officer.Reader’s Theater is one of my favorite tools to utilize in my middle school classroom. While I have listed the grades 6-8 common core standards that this resource covers, Reader’s Theater directly improves fluency and comprehension. In addition, Reader’s Theater allows s
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Reader's Theater Scripts for BIG KIDS Collection
Letter from a Birmingham Jail reader's theater script
Letter from a Birmingham Jail reader’s theater is a 2 page script for 8 readers that explains the events leading up to Dr. Martin Luther King’s arrest and subsequent letter, summarizes the content of the letter and provides a peek at subsequent landmark events that came as a result of the civil rights movement.Also included: a rubric, reader's theater version of MLK's I Have a Dream speech, and some Black History visual writing prompts/bulletin board items to promote critical thinking.Check out
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Black History Month bundle (in person and remote)
State Test Prep Skit
A fun and lighthearted skit or play with fairy tale characters preparing to take a State Test. Is primarily for Test Taking strategies and skills in a way that is fun and interesting to the kids. This skit could also be performed by a drama department. Possibly at a testing assembly.
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5th - 12th
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Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. "I Have a Dream" Reader's Theatre for High School
10-page Reader's Theatre Script of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream "speech including a forward. It has been written with 20 parts but can be adjusted. MLK's "I Have a Dream" speech is the perfect opportunity to actively engage your students in a history lesson. Martin Luther King Jr. is one of America's finest orators of all time. Use his speech as a catalyst for students to work on their presentation skills. Included in the packet are two essay prompts with writing pages. Specific inst
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9th - 12th
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Reader's Theater -- News of Ruby Bridges
This small group reader's theater is for 4 students. The names are girls but could be changed to include boys. This story is about Ruby Bridges told from the perspective of children living during that time. It was written for Black History Month. Most of my students have never heard of the people we study during this month. This is why I place such an emphasis on heroes of this caliber. I tie in their fluency study with history. It makes it both fun and educational. If you want more of these, th
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3rd - 9th
Poetry Writing - Choral Reading, Oral Interpretation, Drama Creative Writing Sub
Poetry Writing! Performance Poems are FUN! Performance Poems will get students out of their seats and speaking before the class. Performance poems will engage all students. Performance Poems may include groups of two to six students.Students will watch youtube examples and will participate in reading poems written in my English 10 class from a powerpoint presentation. The poems are color coded so that each speaker in the presentation knows what lines to read alone and what lines to read together
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6th - 12th
CIE IGCSE 0500 English Language Practice Paper 1 & Mark Scheme
A full paper 1 for CIE 0500 IGCSE English Language. This resource includes a full practice paper for Language paper 1 with three texts, answers/marking guide and references. All the questions and answer scheme have been based on the Cambridge IGCSE First Language English 0500 syllabus and the questions have been worded so that they are similar/identical to the specification paper. The resource is included as a pdf for easy printing or as a word doc in case you wish to edit it. Freebies: 1) Free
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9th - 10th
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Also included in: CIE IGCSE 0500 English Language Paper 1 Bundle
MLK FREE Writing Activity Differentiated for ALL GRADES
MLK FREE Writing Activity Differentiated for ALL GRADES- Martin Luther King's "I Have A Dream" Speech- 4 Versions of "My Dream" for lower and upper elementary - Essay prompts and comprehension questions geared towards middle school and high school
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1st - 12th
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The absolute best reading strategy for reluctant readers in secondary
This strategy was made for STAAR retesters in Texas, home of over-testing, and specifically gives skills for secondary students to read and be able to answer standardized test questions. Oftentimes secondary teachers are to what to teach but now how to teach it. This presentation is for teachers to learn how to implement a simple, straightforward method to help with standardized testing.
Grades:
7th - 12th
Socratic Lesson about Identity & Society
This socratic dialogue is intended to help students think about the social construction of identity. This lesson would be a good introduction to any work about identity, gender, race, or social justice and equality.
The original intention of this lesson plan was to introduce a major thesis in The Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass - that he was a “man” even though he was not “white,” and therefore he was fighting to change the “definition” of “man” (rather than arguing that he “counts”
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8th - 12th
The Mousetrap A 1, S 2 Excerpt 1 by Agatha Christie Close Reading Drama Analysis
This activity examines an excerpt of "The Mousetrap" by Agatha Christie, a whodunnit mystery play close reading analysis. It is also known as "Three Blind Mice" in story form. This excerpt is from Act 1, Scene 2 of the play. It focuses on the phone call to the snowed-in group staying in the hotel about the police coming there through the weather to see about a murder that was committed. The play pairs well with a "Whodunnit" themed set of poems, short stories, plays, novels, as well as other s
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7th - 12th
Martin Luther King, Jr - Reader's Theater Script
This reader's theater pays tribute to the iconic civil rights leader, Martin Luther King Jr. The actors deliver lines highlighting Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy, including his famous speeches, his commitment to nonviolent resistance, his fight for civil rights, and the impact he had on society.Clipart used featuring Martin Luther King Jr. is from TpT seller Illumismart (https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Illumismart )
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6th - 9th
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Poetry Analysis In Steps, Writing Odes, Google Slides, Notes, Lecture, CCSS
Analyzing poetry is a daunting process. This lesson breaks down poetry analysis in to 6 simple steps. By focusing on poetry analysis with the intention of writing odes, students are able to develop a deeper understanding of how poetry works. 6 step poetry analysis encourages students to focus on all aspects of poetry without feeling overwhelmed. The final step is optional but encourages thesis practice for students with weaker thesis writing skills.Included:- Google Slide Presentation detailing
Radio Drama Script FREE SAMPLE Frankenstein's Mystery Grades 8 to 10 Horror
THIS IS A SAMPLE OF Frankenstein's Mystery, an electrifying radio play that resurrects Mary Shelley's timeless tale in a mesmerizing audio experience, skillfully combining classic storytelling with the dynamic world of radio theater. This production offers a comprehensive package that not only delivers a riveting performance but also provides valuable resources for directors, actors, and educators. If you decide to perform for the public, there are no royalties to pay. The Story: Frankenstein's
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8th - 11th
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Common core Regents overview
Overview of parts and Models of how to complete some parts of the Common Core ELA Regents for NYS. Strategies from several resources presented and Modeled for student emulation.
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9th - 12th
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Weekly EFT/Tapping Prompts: I Have a Dream
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) is a self help tool that can be easily accessed and practiced. This weekly prompt series allows teachers to encourage daily habits that strengthen the mental health of the overall classroom. EFT is proven to decrease anxiety, PTSD and limiting beliefs while increasing positive thoughts about ourselves and circumstances. The weekly tapping scripts will cover topics such as kindness, confidence, friendships, embracing challenges, change and so much more. Please do
Grades:
5th - 12th
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