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High school close reading song pdfs
"Firework" by Katy Perry Poetry Terms Figurative Language Activities
Figurative Language and Poetic Devices/Poetry Terms Identification using Katy Perry's "Firework"Use Katy Perry's popular song "Firework" to teach figurative language, sound devices, and other poetry terms. You can decide how many and which devices you'd like your students to find.Updated to include additional exercises for more in-depth learning and making connections to the text! Those I've pointed out in this exercise include:alliteration, anaphora, simile, metaphor, hyperbole, personification
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Hamilton Rhetorical Analysis
Introduce your students to the magic of the Hamilton musical, and the rhetorical strategies found within. This product focuses on two songs: "Cabinet Battle #1" and "Cabinet Battle #2." Within these songs, your students will analyze the rhetorical strategies used, including appeals such as Ethos, Logos, and Pathos, as well as common fallacies.
***DUE TO COPYRIGHT LAWS, THE SONG LYRICS ARE NOT PROVIDED. I have included a cheat sheet of common rhetorical strategies in place of that, and it is h
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9th - 12th
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Encanto & Moana Mock STAAR 2.0 EOC w/ Google Form (all 3 essay types included)
This product is a MOCK EOC English STAAR Exam. It includes 45 questions that are from 1 song from Moana, 1 song from Encanto, 1 paired selection, 1 Non Fiction Opinion Piece, 1 revise & edit section, 1 persuasive prompt, and 1 expository prompt. Both STAAR versions are included in the pdf. STAAR 1.0 and 2.0 have their separate ready to go exam with answer keys included. Both also come with a link for each version for a Google form for online or virtual testing.
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7th - 12th
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Hamilton's "One Last Time" Comparison to Washington's Farewell Address
Engage your students' historical knowledge and the timeless messages of George Washington's iconic Farewell Address by using Lin Manuel Miranda's incredible lyrics from the Hamilton musical with "One Last Time."Students will examine images, connect symbols, and discuss the persuasive measures Washington uses in both texts.You will receive:An editable slidedeck in Google SlidesAn abridged version of the speechAn editable Google Doc for lyric analysis
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6th - 12th
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Rhetorical Situation with Disney Songs - AP Language
This engaging rhetorical situation lesson plan is based around two Disney songs (Be Our Guest from Beauty and the Beast and Under the Sea from The Little Mermaid) and is designed for AP Language students. However, it can also be used in an ELA context to study areas such as speaker, audience, tone, diction, figurative language etc. (+ who doesn't love Disney songs??).What's included:- Teaching Guide- Pre-activity Questions- SOAPSTone Guide- Rhetorical Strategies Guide- SOAPSTone Analysis Questio
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9th - 12th
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Lyrical Analysis of Taylor Swift's "Teenage Love Triangle" (PDF & Digital)
This lyrical analysis assignment requires students to analyze the songs Betty, August, and Cardigan from Taylor Swift's album Folklore. Swift has stated that there are three songs on the album that are connected by telling the story of a teenage love triangle from three different perspectives at different times in their lives. Students will analyze these three songs and make interpretations to determine which song is told from Betty, James, and the other woman's perspective. The resource include
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9th - 12th
Anti-War Music and Lyrics Analysis
This resource includes activities to unpack 4 songs that were written in protest to significant wars in history; World War 2, Vietnam War and the War in Iraq.Activities include language feature mix and match, finding examples as well as comprehension questions about language features, tone and theme.All task cards also include a QR code for learners to listen to the songs.Songs include: One - MetallicaI was only 19 - RedgumLight up your lighter - Michael Franti and SpearheadHero of War - Rise Ag
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7th - 10th
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Lyric Analysis: any song
This lyric analysis sheet was created by Literary Sherri specifically for use with our songs. Huge hug of appreciation, Ms Sherri!
Music teachers: use this lyric analysis sheet to cover required standards in music class.
General ed teachers: use this lyric analysis sheet to promote critical thinking, for rainy days, brain breaks, sub plans, gifted learners, early finishers, poetry study, encouraging kindness and loyal attitudes, and to support any anti bullying program.
copyright 2016 by Lit
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3rd - 9th
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"Eraser Tattoo" Song Comparison
This activity is perfect to use alongside Jason Reynolds' short story, "Eraser Tattoo". This lesson asks students to analyze lyrics from Jordin Sparks' hit song, "Tattoo", and compare her lyrics with the story. This activity is great for teaching compare/contrast, theme, tone/mood, and textual evidence. Leave a review and let me know how you used it in your classroom :)Like this resource?? See my other best-sellers:"I am Malala" Mini UnitNight Analysis: Tupac and ElvisTheme Walk: The Hate U Give
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7th - 10th
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Literary Analysis in Song Lyrics (Middle School)
RL.7.1, RL.7.2, RL.7.7
Students are required to analyze the song, "One Man Can Change the World," by Big Sean. The questions require students to deeply analyze the song's meaning, metaphorical language, allusions, theme, and symbolism. It includes a multimedia component that asks the student to compare images from the music video to the textual component. It also includes a text-to-self journal question (15 questions total).
I use these lyrics, as well as other lyrics, poems, and short stories
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7th - 10th
Act 4- Romeo and Juliet- Song Annotation Activity
After students read Act 4 Scene 4 of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, they will listen to a song (that is included in the activity) and find connections between the lyrics and the story. Directions on how to go about this and the answer key of potential answers are included in this assignment as well. The purpose of this activity is to challenge students by having them critically think about the story and make connections on what they have read.
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Romeo and Juliet - Unit plan
Act 2- Romeo and Juliet- Song Annotation Activity
After students read Act 2 of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, they will listen to a song (that is included in the activity) and find connections between the lyrics and the story. Directions on how to go about this and the answer key of potential answers are included in this assignment as well. The purpose of this activity is to challenge students by having them critically think about the story and make connections on what they have read.
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Romeo and Juliet - Unit plan
Act 3- Romeo and Juliet- Song Annotation Activity
After students read Act 3 of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, they will listen to a song (that is included in the activity) and find connections between the lyrics and the story. Directions on how to go about this and the answer key of potential answers are included in this assignment as well. The purpose of this activity is to challenge students by having them critically think about the story and make connections on what they have read.
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: Romeo and Juliet - Unit plan
Rhetorical Situation with Songs (Lorde & Macklemore) - AP Language
This engaging rhetorical situation lesson plan is based around two songs: "Royals" by Lorde and "Same Love" by Macklemore. It is designed for AP Language students; however, it can also be used in an ELA context to study areas such as speaker, audience, tone, diction, figurative language, etc.What's included:- Teaching Guide- Rhetorical Strategies Matching Activity x2- SOAPSTone Guide- Rhetorical Strategies Hunt- SOAPSTone Analysis Questions- Song Comparison and Activity Reflection Questions- Ext
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9th - 12th
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Song Analysis Questions for Tim McGraw's "Live Like You Were Dying"
If you are teaching a song/poetry unit and are looking for the perfect song for students to analyze, then this is the product for you! Tim McGraw's popular song "Live Like You Were Dying" has an important theme of living life to the fullest and cherishing those around you since each day is not promised. Such a positive message that can be connected to and paired with other texts such as Mitch Albom's Tuesdays With Morrie, Nicola Yoon's Everything, Everything, Nicholas Sparks' A Walk to Remember,
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8th - 12th
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Poetry through Music: "All of Our Stars" by Ed Sheeran / Common Core
What better way to get your kids interested in poetry than to teach it through music! In this lesson, students will study "All of Our Stars" by Ed Sheeran. A student asked to study this in class, and that is what prompted this lesson. The song is also featured on the soundtrack of "A Fault in Our Stars."
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identifying literary devices and a dominoes bell-ringer activity to review the literary devices in this song: metaphor, personification, imagery, alliteration, hyp
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6th - 9th
Instructions For a Bad Day by S. Koyczan: UNIT
Loads of classroom resources for the spoken word piece "Instructions For a Bad Day" by award-winning spoken word artist and slam poetry champion Shane Koyczan.Unit materials purchased separately = $32.50UNIT INCLUDESLesson Ideas & Online ResourcesGraphic OrganizersWriting AssignmentEntry/Check-in TicketsDetails Lesson Ideas & Online Resources>Two single-spaced pages of lesson ideas. >Includes URLs to great YouTube video resources of Shane, and teens, performing/acting/ dancing/etc.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
BOB DYLAN - ONLY A PAWN IN THEIR GAME — Lesson & Activity + Mockingbird Links
ONLY A PAWN IN THEIR GAME (BOB DYLAN) — Song Analysis Lesson & Activity + TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD EXTENSION MATERIALSThis product includes a detailed lesson plan and song analysis activity about Bob Dylan's song Only A Pawn In Their Game. The extension materials directly link the lesson to studying the Ewell family situation in Harper Lee's To Kill A Mockingbird, specifically Atticus' and other's use of "white trash" language. It's a great way to make some cultural connections to the 1960s con
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7th - 12th
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Instructions For a Bad Day by S. Koyczan: Close Reading Writing Assignment
A close reading writing assignment for the spoken word piece "Instructions For a Bad Day" by award-winning spoken word artist and slam poetry champion Shane Koyczan.>Three options to select from>Theme: "tool box" of ways to get through difficult days>Includes use of messages in the poem >Close reading required>Area for teacher to add additional requirements (s.a. length, formatting, etc)<>All resources are designed for struggling learners. Perfect modified or alternative res
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
That’s Epic! Led Zeppelin's "Battle of Evermore" and "Ramble On"
Led Zeppelin's epic song "The Battle of Evermore" is rich in imagery and well-connected to Tolkien's extraordinary Lord of the Rings trilogy. The lyrics are provided with vocabulary defined and a place for annotations is given. Links to online recordings of the song and a YouTube link (from The Fellowship of the Ring) to Frodo's important talk with Galadriel in Lothlorien, where he in humble desperation offers her the one ring, are provided. Definitions of epic literature are included and connec
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7th - 11th
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SONG Me Gustas Tú Spanish Cloze Activity (Gusta)
Cloze Activity based on the song "Me Gustas Tú" by Manu Chao. Focuses on the verb "Gustar". SPANISH
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7th - 11th
Instructions For a Bad Day by S. Koyczan: 4 Graphic Organizers Bundled
Four graphic organizers for the spoken word piece "Instructions For a Bad Day" by spoken word artist and slam poetry champion Shane Koyczan.>Each purchased separately is $6>Close reading >IntrospectionPurchase this resource for $1 less at: Instructions For a Bad Day: 4 Graphic Organizers Bundled"Instructions for a Bad Day" Resources IBD UNITGraphic Organizer #1Graphic Organizer #2Graphic Organizer #3Graphic Organizer #4Letter Writing Assignment All IBD ResourcesFEEDBACK IS APPRECIATED,
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
Instructions For a Bad Day by S. Koyczan: Lesson Ideas & Video Resources
Classroom resources and lesson ideas for the spoken word piece "Instructions For a Bad Day" by award-winning spoken word artist and slam poetry champion Shane Koyczan.<>All resources are designed for struggling learners. Perfect modified or alternative resources for special education or below-level learners. They are designed with roughly 7-8th grade level students in mind.Purchase this resource for $1 less at: Instructions For a Bad Day: Lesson Ideas & Video Resources"Instructions for
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
"Fire" Songs for Literary Analysis
Students will annotate song lyrics and then determine the main ideas and themes. Then they will use textual evidence to support their findings. This could also become an analysis paragraph.
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6th - 9th
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