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11th grade close reading webquests
Student-Paced Introduction to Shakespearean Language Activity
When students hear that they are about to read Romeo and Juliet, Taming of the Shrew, Macbeth, Hamlet or any other Shakespearean play, they audibly groan and complain how hard it is for them to understand the language. As English teachers, that’s one of our favorite parts about reading Shakespeare is his language, but students need to see how the challenge of understanding it can be fun! This 2.5 page Google Doc assignment will introduce Shakespearean language to students in three parts: Shakesp
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Taming of the Shrew Unit Bundle
House Taken Over - Julia Cortazar - Unit Bundle
"House Taken Over" Reading Guide includes 3 anticipation questions, six guess and check vocabulary words, author background, and 6 analysis questions. An interpretation activity to follow has students examine different possibilities for how to view the ending. They will complete a writing assignment with their final opinion. This is in the format of a Word document, so you can make adjustments how you see fit. Answer Key is included, but some answers may vary.
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7th - 12th
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World War 2 AP Language Paired Speeches Rhetorical & Propaganda Analysis Unit
Challenge AP students with this research oriented World War II unit that delves into the prominent voices, ideologies, and propaganda that pervaded the time. Not only will students use research to identify the correct rhetorical situations for five different speech excerpts, but they will also learn about the common techniques propagandists used to create their advertisements, engage in AP-style free response and multiple-choice activities, and create their own piece of propaganda as a culminati
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10th - 12th
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The Tell-Tale Heart Story and Author Webquest
This short assignment, based on Edgar Allan Poe's classic short story, "THE TELL-TALE HEART," requires students to think critically about the author's life. Students must visit an online biography of the author, answer comprehension questions, then analyze how his life has affected his writing.
Also included is the full original text of the short story.
* NOTE: This product is designed as a stand-alone activity; however, it is also a component of "THE TELL-TALE HEART" COMPLETE UNIT, which can
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6th - 12th
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Fahrenheit 451 Resource Bundle
Immerse your students in the captivating world of Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451 with our exclusive Research Bundle, combining two dynamic assignments to enhance literary understanding and critical analysis.Assignment 1: Literary Devices Catalog In this immersive assignment, students craft a physical book serving as a comprehensive catalog of the literary devices employed by Bradbury in Fahrenheit 451. From the captivating allure of alliteration to the nuanced symbolism woven throughout the narra
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9th - 12th
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"The Danger of a Single Story" TED Talk Lesson with Digital Workbook
Although we – as English teachers – know the importance of stories, students may need help to see why stories are so much more than just entertainment. This 90-minute lesson introduces students to Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s TED Talk” The Danger of a Single Story” and Rudine Sims Bishop’s comparison of literature as doors, mirrors, and windows and asks students to put them in conversation with one another. In these products, all resources are uploaded to an organized Google Drive folder, and 90%
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Things Fall Apart Pre-Reading Activities and Lessons Bundle
Employment Web-quest- Target- With Editable Application
Have your student complete this Employment Web-quest, by searching Target's website to answer questions about employment opportunities. Students follow explicit step-by-step directions, including screen grabs from the website, that are also hyperlinked in the slide, to search for job opportunities in their area. They navigate the career page of the website to answer questions about benefits, work culture, as well as frequently asked questions. They review resources on Target's website on inte
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7th - 12th
($1) LOST IN THE WINCHESTER MYSTERY HOUSE Virtual Tour/Scavenger Hunt/Article
1,000+ DOWNLOADS!Now only $1!Virtual Tour/Scavenger Hunt and Reading Activity! This is a HIGH INTEREST and very ENGAGING lesson that all of your students can enjoy!This is a $1 resource I've created for my teacher friends on TPT! You and your students can read about one of the weirdest houses in America, the fabled Winchester Mystery House of San Jose, California. Boasting 150 rooms, 2,000 doors, and a ton of secrets, you will read about the enigmatic homeowner, Sarah Winchester, and discover wh
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6th - 12th
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Hamlet Webquest
This Webquest is intended for use AFTER students have read Hamlet. It takes students through articles, videos, and stage production sites that discuss different adaptations of the play. At the end of the Webquest, students are instructed to write about their own adaptation of Hamlet and how they would bring it to life. This is an activity that can easily be expanded upon from the small paragraph included here!
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11th - 12th
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Beowulf Bundle Webquest, Close Reading, Lesson, Assessments
Includes products to cover everything from pre-reading webquest, basics of the epic hero, close reading exerpts, video/audio, and Google Form assessments.
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Fahrenheit 451 Pre-Reading Webquest
Embark on a digital journeEmbark on a digital journey into the dystopian world of Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451 with our innovative pre-reading webquest! Perfect for engaging students before diving into the novel, this dynamic online adventure will ignite curiosity, critical thinking, and thematic exploration.Webquest Overview:Designed for high school English classrooms, our Fahrenheit 451 pre-reading webquest transports students into the thought-provoking themes and compelling context of Bradbu
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Fahrenheit 451 Resource Bundle
To Kill a Mockingbird WebQuest: Pre-Reading with Historical Context & Themes
Prepare your students for an in-depth exploration of Harper Lee’s classic novel, To Kill a Mockingbird, with this engaging and educational Introductory WebQuest. Designed to provide a comprehensive background before diving into the novel, this WebQuest guides students through the historical, social, and personal contexts essential for understanding the depth of Lee's work. Perfect for English and History teachers looking to enrich their students' learning experience with multimedia content and t
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7th - 12th
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Employment Web-quest- Burger King- Includes Editable Application
Have your student complete this Employment Web-quest, by searching the Burger King website to answer questions about employment opportunities. Students follow explicit step-by-step directions, including screen grabs from the website, to search for job opportunities in their area. Afterwards they complete an editable application, based off of the online job application on Burger King's website. Students practice writing/typing their personal information, listing references and employment histo
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7th - 12th
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Reading and Analyzing Nonfiction Text
Aron Ralston’s true story of survival is dangerous and intriguing. The articles and the interview hyperlinked to this activity will give students three different perspectives on the poignant events that surround the amputation of his arm at his own hand. This graphic organizer requires students to read and analyze the structure text as well as its content. Students will additionally use quotes from the texts to support their conclusions and inferences.
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9th - 11th
Diverse Writer's Short Story Unit: The Danger of a Single Story
Reading books by diverse writers is important to growing an understanding of other people, cultures and experiences This Google Site explores various texts by multiple, diverse authors to create a student experience that is both enriching and engaging. Begin with a close reading and viewing of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's TEDTalk, "The Danger of a Single Story". The video is embedded (no need for Youtube access) and the link to a pdf transcript is provided. Also linked is a pdf with 5 Close Readin
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6th - 12th
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Ramadan WebQuest | Reading |Technology Assignment
This Ramadan Web Quest activity is a great way to teach your students about Ramadan while also practicing their reading and technology skills. Students will be given a QR code and the link to a kid friendly article all about Ramadan! To make it even easier, this product includes and answer key to make grading stress free!Earn TPT Credit:Earn TpT credits to use toward future purchases by reviewing paid products!Let's Connect:Follow my TPT to get notified when I post a new product! Kekes Classroom
Grades:
4th - 12th
Also included in: Ramadan Reading Activity Set | Power point | Vocabulary
Animal Cruelty Unit
Created for juniors and seniors in the continuation population who need truly engaging materials in order to find success!
Look at animal cruelty in a new and innovative way! Begin with an anticipation guide and webquest to introduce the issues and laws (webquest developed for CA state laws, but can easily be changed to your state). Then, examine the treatment of killer whales at Seaworld by watching "Blackfish" and answering video questions. Complete a Pit Bull mini project where students a
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9th - 12th
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Harlem Renaissance WebQuest Modern Day Connections
I used this in my 11th grade English class after reading several short stories from the Harlem Renaissance. I wanted to tie the unit to current events, so that students could see the connections between the themes from that time period to today.
The activity contains a list of several different Internet articles that have to do with race and current race relations. Students choose a title, then search for it, and complete the questions while reading. Students evaluate the author's argument and
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8th - 12th
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Editable News Story Elements Analysis
Editable News Story Elements Analysis: *Perfect activity for Journalism students *Activity for independent work or sub-plans *Could work for any article of a student's choosing *Questions ask about formatting, newsworthiness, AP Style, and sources *Could build into routine as bellringers *Google Drive format
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7th - 12th
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American Dream Webquest
Research based web quest to help students better understand the basics of the American Dream. The web quest covers the following topics:How did it start?Who has achieved the American Dream?The American Dream in LiteratureThe Modern Death of the American DreamCan be used as an introduction resource for this topic, or set up an argumentative essay.
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7th - 12th
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The Great Gatsby: An Introductory Web Quest
UPDATED AND REDESIGNED! As a result of remote learning, Web Quests are the perfect introduction tools to novels. This extensive Web Quest will engage your students with an intriguing, informative introduction to one of our American classics: The Great Gatsby. In this Web Quest, students will learn about Fitzgerald's personal background, the novel's plot, and even the Modernist literary movement. This Web Quest is presented as a PDF that can be used during distance learning by downloading any PDF
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9th - 11th
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WWI Bundle
Over 26 assignment that will add variety to any history class!This bundle includes readings, DBQ's, web quest, SAT reading passages, and mapping activities. There are also various ways of fitting this material into your class. Many opportunities for students to work individually, or cooperatively in Kagan structures. SAVE $!!
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8th - 12th
Victorian Literary Period Web Quest and Quiz
This web quest is a concise questionnaire that requires the learner to gather information about the Victorian Literary Period from the Internet (and other sources if necessary) to learn about the period prior to reading the literature. The activity is ideal for independent or group work. The subsequent quiz consists of 20 multiple choice and true/false questions that may be modified to suit the learners' needs. There are answer keys for the web quest and the quiz.
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11th - 12th, Adult Education
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A Monster Calls: Digital Escape Room
A Monster Calls Digital Escape Room is an engaging, innovative, creative breakout game that focuses on reading comprehension, attention to detail, and research. It allows teachers and students to engage in escape room fun, while learning background knowledge about Patrick Ness' book A Monster Calls. Students will work through 9 clues to find a secret message. They will then decode this secret message using a cipher wheel. Finally, from this secret message, they will get the code that unlocks the
Grades:
6th - 12th
Also included in: A Monster Calls: Unit Bundle
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