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Creative writing Common Core CCRA.R.3 resources
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs Mentor Text Digital & Print Unit
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barrett is a fun mentor text for all ages! If you don't own a copy of the book, check your local library or you might even find an online read-aloud of the text with a simple Google search!*****************************************************************************In this pack, you will receive:★a mentor sentence lesson for the book★an interactive notebook activity to review/teach complex sentences★bonus parts of speech activity ★reading activities: sto
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3rd - 5th
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Life Long Ago and Today Activities and Sorting Worksheets
Life Long Ago and Today Activities, Sorting Worksheets, and Digital Task Cards for Google SlidesYour students will be actively engaged, promoting discussions about life in the past and present, using hands-on activities, sorting worksheets, and digital task cards. Resource Highlights:Picture Vocabulary Cards: Visual aids featuring commonly used terms to describe the past and present.Assessments: Worksheets designed for assessing students' ability to identify artifacts from different periods.Crea
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K - 2nd
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The One and Only Ivan Novel Study Activity - Reading & Writing - PRINT & DIGITAL
The One and Only Ivan is a magical book that is full of wonder, discovery, awe, and social justice. This novel allows students to make a connection with Ivan, a western lowland gorilla, as well as other animals in his habitat. I created this novel study, book activities, read aloud guide, and additional supports to help you teach this wonderful book.Teaching is time consuming, so I have created this NO PREP novel guide resource to make your planning easier! This unit is truly print-and-go ready!
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4th - 7th
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Also included in: Novel Study for Intermediate and Middle School Reading - BUNDLE
Poetry Bundle Writing, Reading, & Understanding Poetry
Poetry Resources for Reading, Writing, and Understanding Poetry, Volume 1
This (and ALL of my poetry resources) IS included in my mega bundle: ALL of my POETRY RESOURCES GROWING BUNDLE.
Poetry Resources Bundle, Volume 2 is also available; it includes my newer resources that are aligned with the Common Core State Standards.
This bundle contains my resources for teaching poetry, which includes teaching poetic devices and figurative language, reading/interpreting poetry, and writing original po
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Restart by Gordon Korman - Novel Study!
This novel study for "Restart", by Gordon Korman, contains 50 pages of resources, including Vocabulary & Comprehension Q's per Chapter Packet (and answers!), Focused Assignments and a Culminating Task Choice Board.Focus standards include prediction, visualization, character analysis, point of view, summarization, plot & theme, figurative language and creative writing.No-prep, fun and engaging activities! This novel study is ideal for full class, literature circles, independent study and
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4th - 8th
Slam Poetry, Spoken Word Poetry Unit Plan - Poem Writing & Analysis Activities
This no-prep, engaging, 5-week CCSS-aligned slam poetry unit is packed with fun spoken word poetry activities and assignments - EVERYTHING you need for your next slam poem unit! Studying poem writing and writing slam poetry can be a fun, interactive, student-centered experience that engages every learner! These resources provide the complete slam poetry experience, from exploration to analysis, from writing to performance. Your students will understand and appreciate slam poetry, but they will a
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8th - 11th
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Star Spangled Banner Activity: National Anthem Reading & War of 1812 summary
It's the National Anthem! Whether it's social studies, english, or music class, this mini-unit is perfect for any study on the Star Spangled Banner (or the War of 1812). This bundle includes a fun, introductory whole-group PowerPoint-style quiz, a historical reading with comprehension questions, and a creative re-writing of the National Anthem. Everything you need is included! It's even in PDF and Google drive formats! Learn more specifics in the details below:☞ This resource is also a part of
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: American History U.S. History Bundle: Beginnings through the 1850's
Narrative Writing Workbook and Unit for Grades 7-12
Teach your students the skills to write engaging, powerful narratives. This Narrative Workbook uses a scaffolded approach to teach students the elements of narrative writing breaking down the unit into six concepts: setting, mood & imagery, characterization, plot & conflict, point of view & tone, and theme. Each element uses a scaffolded approach with activities for understanding, analyzing, and creating. First students will understand the element. Next, they’ll analyze the element i
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7th - 12th
The Run Unit - ReadWorks Short Story Series
This is a unit to go along with the short story series from ReadWorks titled The Run. This series is great to compare & contrast with the recent pandemic. IMPORTANT - You must have a ReadWorks account in order to access the stories.*It is free to join: Website LinkThis is a daily slideshow that you can take at your own pace. Each day includes:a review activity of the prior story2-5 vocabulary wordsan assignment/quizAssignments included with this unit:The Run #1 Google Slides discussion quest
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6th - 9th
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Reading Genre Activities - Folktale Genre & Fiction Genre - Lesson Plans
Bundle DescriptionSave over 45% with this discounted bundle that includes our Folktale Genre Unit and our Fiction Genre Unit! These two units each include 8 lesson plans that teach the traits of each genre explicitly. It comes with lesson plans, printouts, formative assessments, tasks, posters, and a summative assessment. A social media theme has been used to make it more engaging and trendy for the students. We've added a Google Classroom version for the activities in this bundle.Check out
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3rd - 5th
Point of View Postcard Activity for Any Text - Print & Digital
This point of view postcard activity can be completed at any point in a book and is a great way to reinforce students' knowledge of the plot and characters. Students will brainstorm important character and events, illustrate a key event, and write from a character's point of view reflecting on that event. Brainstorming and completion of the project can be done in groups, independently or a combination of the two. The point of view postcard is perfect for use during a whole class novel or short s
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: Novel Study Unit For Any Text - Print & Digital (Growing Bundle)
Flash Fiction: Art of The Short, Short Story - High School Creative Writing Unit
Flash fiction, the shortest of the short story, is perfect for teens to write. But difficult, at the same time. They struggle with compacting their many ideas into one coherent, creative, powerful piece...and that's the beauty of constructive struggle. In the process of writing these very personal short short stories, students are able to create plot maps, characters, conflicts, work with others, give and receive feedback, and present their creations. Included in this newly updated bundle: **31-
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8th - 12th
"Junk Journal" Novel Project for ANY NOVEL: A Creative Way to Express Analysis
For this creative project, students will create a "junk journal" representation of their interpretation of a novel. This project works for any text in secondary ELA and presents an engaging way for students to interpret literature.What is a “junk journal”?While junk journals can vary from person to person, they generally share one primary characteristic: the journal is made with mostly a mix of found and recycled materials.In essence, a “junk journal" is a journal that is created out of “junk,”
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Creative Writing Unit Plan for Gothic Fiction and Horror (Google Drive)
Save time without sacrificing rigor in the high school Creative Writing classroom with this low-prep, Common Core-aligned unit plan and these all-inclusive resources for engaging students fully in the narrative writing process. Materials are made for Google Drive. (Alternatively, printable versions are available.) Included are the following:A detailed, standards-based unit plan articulating the unit's transfer goal(s), essential question(s), enduring understanding(s), learning target(s), academi
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9th - 12th
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A Modest Proposal by Jonathan Swift, Questions, Satire Writing and Analysis
This famously incendiary short story can be a great unit for Halloween, or, if you're feeling spicy, Thanksgiving. I think there's always room for "A Modest Proposal", like there's always room for pie. Spoiler: the proposal is that starving poor people should eat their own babies. Sound crazy? Outrageous? Ludicrous? It is, and just wait until your students get to delve into this meaty story and understand the deeply moving message it holds. This is a classic for a reason. Included:Link to the st
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9th - 12th
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The Taming of the Shrew Choice Menu With 17 Engaging Activities!
This is another no-prep, ready to print learning mat for Shakespeare's 'The Taming of the Shrew'!This works brilliantly as homework tasks given out at the beginning of a unit. I ask my students to complete one activity per week and require them to have gained 25 points by the end of the unit. There is also a variant of the sheet included that doesn't have points attached.This means that they have the freedom to self-manage; if they have a football match and a school concert this week then they o
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Character/Point of View Activity for Any Text: Tweet Sheet
Character/Point of View Activity for Any Text: Tweet Sheet
Engage your students in a novel or literature circle with this activity focused on characterization and point of view. Students will create Twitter handles based on character analysis and write "tweets" based on events in the novel from the different characters' perspectives. This two part assignment includes a group and independent assignment. Use one, the other or both.
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*Group activity
*Independent assignment
*Usage guide
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7th - 12th
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Universal Memoir Unit - Memoir Analysis Activities, Writing Projects, Any Memoir
Looking for a diverse set of materials to accompany your high school memoir unit? These bundled memoir analysis materials offer a comprehensive and engaging experience for students reading any memoir. Not only will students be properly introduced to memoir as a genre, but they will have ample opportunities to analyze their memoir's context, characters, embedded messages, and lasting legacy. At the end, they will be able to brainstorm and develop their own memoir short story.Materials Included: I
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9th - 12th
Analyzing Fahrenheit 451 Through Music Unit - 20+ Songs, Analysis Activities
What better way to connect students with literature than through the music they love? In this novel study for Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451, students will be able to analyze each part of the novel by listening to, annotating, explaining, and presenting different songs that closely correlate with the novel on many levels. Beat the boredom of study guides and chapter quizzes, and instead engage your students through music to help them analyze—and appreciate—this classic Bradbury work.This engagin
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8th - 11th
Multi-Genre Project for Secondary ELA
Wondering how to implement a multi-genre project but you're not sure where to start? This multi-genre project includes EVERYTHING secondary ELA teachers need from start to finish. This multi-genre project begins with students reading and analyzing the famous poem "The Hill We Climb" by Amanda Gorman. Students work to identify the themes, then use one of the themes to spark their entire project! Students completed projects will include a reading response to the poem "The Hill We Climb" along with
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: 7th Grade ELA Yearlong Curriculum, Lesson Plans, and Pacing Guide
Slam Poetry Unit Activities BUNDLE for Middle School and High School English
This engaging Slam Poetry MEGA Bundle (with a slam poetry unit plan) gives you everything you need for teaching slam poetry in your middle school or high school English classroom. Students will grow as writers and thinkers as they appreciate, analyze, write, and perform their own slam poetry. Save prep time with digital and print, student-centered activities, assignments, graphic organizers, and choice boards. This MEGA-Bundle Includes the best-selling Slam Poetry Unit Plan Bundle as well as my
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7th - 10th
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Reading Genre Activities - Folktales - Fairy Tales - Fables - Legend- Myth
Folktales / Traditional Literature comprehensive unit designed for direct and explicit teaching of how to identify different folktale genres by analyzing the setting, events, and characters of the folktale genres: • Fairy Tales • Fables • Tall Tales • Legends • MythsWe've added a Google Classroom version for the activities in this bundle.We also have a fiction genre unit (realistic fiction, historical fiction, science fiction, fantasy, mystery). Check it out! ★ Fiction Genre Lesson Plan
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3rd - 4th
Also included in: Reading Genre Activities - Folktale Genre & Fiction Genre - Lesson Plans
Police Report Activity - The Odyssey - The Cyclops
This is an activity that students can complete after reading "The Cyclops" in The Odyssey. Students will have fun practicing expository and point-of-view writing by completing this "police report" activity after "interviewing the victim" (the Cyclops) and writing up the important information from the criminal act of Odysseus. Ready-to-Print Handout
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7th - 11th
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THE GIVER - Persuasive Writing Task - Travel Brochure
The Giver - Persuasive Writing Task - Travel BrochureThis is a persuasive writing task based on The Giver (primarily after Chapters 1 to 6) that I have used for many years. This project could also be used as a final or summative task - easily adapted - super engaging and speedy grading!Students are to create a travel brochure for The Community by using persuasive language and effective visual communication.Through this task, students are able to not only be assessed on persuasive writing and vis
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6th - 8th
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Also included in: THE GIVER - Novel Study Resource Bundle
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