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Other (ELA) Common Core W.7.4 pdfs
Short & Extended Constructed Response Practice RACE Writing Strategy w Passages
ELA TEST PREP: Constructed Short Answer or Extended Response Workshop w. passages & prompts on Google Slides. ECR SCR This No Prep resource will help your students write great responses! It is packed with step-by-step guidance for every element, no-fail templates, concise mini-lessons, multi-step writing prompts, and sample responses for students to analyze. CCSS ALIGNED TEACHING/SLIDES (mini-lessons) FOR:Understanding common writing prompt termsUnderstanding state test promptsAll elements o
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6th - 9th
Also included in:Â Race Writing Strategy Constructed Response w Passage & Prompts ELA TEST PREP
ELA Emergency Sub Plans for Middle School Vol. 3
Emergency ELA Sub Plans for Middle School - Volume 3These language arts sub plans are perfect for filling (or refreshing) your substitute binder with engaging, standards-based activities. This is a true stand-alone resource that was designed to offer a print and go sub plan solution for middle school ELA teachers. No additional books or companion materials are needed!This EMERGENCY ELA SUB PLAN Set #3 resource includes:• A 4-page high-interest reader’s theater script • Reader Response Questions•
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4th - 7th, Staff
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Also included in:Â ELA Emergency Sub Plans Bundle for Middle School
Design a Video Game, App, Clothing Line, & Restaurant- 6th, 7th, 8th Persuasive
Unleash the boundless potential of your students' creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and persuasive writing skills with this resource that invites them to embark on a journey of imagination and self-expression. Within this extraordinary bundle, students will discover a rich selection of four engaging creative writing activities, each designed to inspire and empower.With the freedom to choose from designing a video game, Cellphone App, Clothing Line, or Restaurant concept, students will be fully
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5th - 8th
Identifying Claim & Counterclaim Practice
This worksheet asks students to highlight/underline the claim in each argument paragraph and then write a counterclaim. Great practice for students learning how to identify the parts of an argument and write a counterclaim!
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7th - 9th
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Month of ELA and Writing Bell Ringers: Volume 1, Middle School
Looking for scaffolded ELA bell ringers for middle school grades?! Have your students in their seats and working on an assignment as soon as the bell rings! These bell ringers provide and engaging, fun, and meaningful way to get students on task and prepared for the day's learning.This is volume 1 of my Month of Bell Ringers! This is a great resource for Writing, ELA, and even ESL teachers to use for bell ringers! There is a mixture of grammar and writing. There are 25 different prompts or quest
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Over One Year of ELA and Writing Bell Ringers BUNDLE, Middle School
ESL Writing Activities: Quick Write Rubric & Prompt
I knew this year the students will be required to write a lot of QuickWrites. I wanted a rubric that was rigorous and clear for the students. I noticed the benefit of this rubric as I started grading the students I teach QuickWrites. I was able to immediately identify trends, and it helped take the murkiness out of grading. There is also a list of prompts that you can use with your students. This rubric is a part of the QuickWrite Graphic Organizer set. This set is an amazing tool in scaffolding
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4th - 12th
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Writing a Book Report with Graphic Organizers, Middle School Packet
This book report resource includes 13 pages of information and graphic organizers to help students with their next book report project! The book report outline shows students which pages of notes should be used for each paragraph of their five-paragraph book report, simplifying the process of turning their book report into a formal essay. It helps students to organize their thoughts and teaches them how to write more than just a book summary for a book report.What’s included in this resource:Stu
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6th - 8th
Also included in:Â Bundle of Language Arts Writing Resources for Middle School
Conversation Starters Package on Photography
Generate inspiring class discussions with these thought-provoking conversation questions on photography.What's included:A list of 12 thought-provoking questions for middle school students on the subject of photographyActivities to fill in before and after discussion (Ensuring students know what is expected of them and what constitutes an effective and productive discussion) Useful expressions and transitions pages (Encouraging students to use and record a variety of useful expressions and transi
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5th - 7th
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Also included in:Â Conversation Starters Packages: Growing Bundle
Dystopia to Utopia: Problem-Based Learning Game
This is a problem-based learning game where students will not only learn about dystopias and utopias, but also conduct brief research and collaborate with each other.Problem-based learning activities are meant to be student-led and quite hands off for the teacher.Included in this product are the following:~ Brief pacing guide~ Member overview and application~ Dystopia journal and Utopia creation~ Individual member end-goals (with multiple graphic organizers for each)~ Four different problems~ Fi
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7th - 12th
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Dystopia to Utopia: Problem-Based Learning Game
This is a problem-based learning game where students will not only learn about dystopias and utopias, but they will also conduct brief research and collaborate in teams. Problem-based learning games are meant to be student-led and quite hands off for teachers.I did not use this game for a grade (though you could easily do so), so this game does NOT include a rubric.This game includes the following:~ A brief pacing guide~ Member descriptions and applications~ Dystopia and Utopia guidelines~ Indiv
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7th - 12th
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Paraphrase It! (Middle School Writing Exercise)
Give your students paraphrasing practice with this resource that helps prepare them for research projects! Students learn about paraphrasing and are given several examples. They then paraphrase ten sentences. There is also an extended practice where students paraphrase an event or story.What’s included in this resource: Student packet with cover pageInformation about paraphrasing with examplesGraphic organizers with 10 sentences to paraphrase Benefits:Gives students practice paraphrasing textHel
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Bundle of Language Arts Writing Resources for Middle School
Imaginary Product Commercial-Persuasive Writing Group Project for Middle School
This group project is a fantastic way to encourage creativity while teaching students about persuasive writing! The group work helps to build social skills by having students work with their peers on a fun and engaging project. Groups brainstorm an idea for an imaginary product and write a script to persuade others to buy it. They also learn about eight advertising techniques and use at least one of them in their commercials. Clear instructions are included to help students understand what is ex
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6th - 8th
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Also included in:Â Group Projects and Activities for Middle School Language Arts
Analyzing Poetry: Analysis of a Sonnet (Grades 6-8/Middle School)
Engage your students in the world of poetry with this comprehensive independent work packet. This resource includes a thought-provoking sonnet that is written as one stanza followed by thirteen comprehension questions to help students analyze and interpret the meaning of the poem. It also includes information on syllabication and similes. The included answer key ensures easy grading. Include this resource in in your poetry analysis units!What’s included in this resource:Student packet with cover
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6th - 8th
Also included in:Â Growing Bundle: Analyzing Poetry, Middle School Language Arts
The Hunger Games Movie Character and Theme Analysis Worksheet
With this movie guide, students will analyze character development, theme, and elements of dystopia while watching the movie The Hunger Games, based on Suzanne Collins' bestselling book. After watching the film, students will think critically and critique the film. This worksheet will lead to great class discussions about how events can change a character, what lessons we are supposed to learn while watching the movie and how dystopias are closer than we thought possible. Enjoy the film and this
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5th - 10th
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Analyzing Poetry: Analyzing a Metaphorical Poem (Grades 6-8)
Engage your students in the world of metaphors with this comprehensive independent work packet. This resource includes a thought-provoking poem with seven stanzas that is followed by six and a half pages of comprehension questions to help students analyze and interpret the metaphors used. The included answer key ensures easy grading, and the final question encourages students to unleash their creativity by crafting their own metaphor. This resource is perfect for teaching poetry analysis and enh
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6th - 8th
Also included in:Â Growing Bundle: Analyzing Poetry, Middle School Language Arts
Last Days of School Activities
As the school year is ending, it can be difficult to create activities that are simple, engaging and promote learning. However, this resource solves that issue! Included in this resource are five assignments, specifically created for grades 6-8, that are designed to be simplistic, engaging and promotes learning for students. Each activity includes a writing component, so students can continue to practice and improve their writing skills. Each activity also has students reflect on an important pe
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6th - 8th
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The Outsiders Movie Activities
Why not end your amazing Outsiders unit with a viewing of the movie version! State standards require that students are able to compare and contrast a written work to its media form. Two activities are included in this resource. First, you can use one of three one-pager templates to have students create a work of art (and words). Through the prompts, students will demonstrate knowledge of the novel and be able to compare/contrast the novel to the movie. Second, you can use the Compare/Contrast
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6th - 10th
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Also included in:Â The Outsiders Everything Bundle
Middle School ELA: Emergency Sub Plan #3 | Creative Writing & Text Analysis
Need to engage your grades 6-8 ELA students in meaningful, standards-aligned creative writing and text analysis activity while you are away? This PDF no-prep sub plan has everything you need to keep your students focused and engaged while you are out.This resource includes: Written sub planExplanation of creative writing & text analysis activityTwo creative writing planning guides, designed to give students choiceAn editing checklist to provide students with guidelines for writing and revisi
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6th - 8th
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7th Grade Core Writing Checklists, I Can Statements, Graphic Organizers, & More
Everything you will need for the entire year for 7th Grade Writing! Each core standard is broken down and you are provided with checklists to monitor achievement, I Can Statements, Multiple Graphic Organizers, Anchor Chart Ideas, Resource Links, and More!
Checklists are great for teachers, administrators, students and parents alike to track progress!
Page 1 - Title Page
Page 2 - Persuasive/Argument Checklists (Dates Taught, Reviewed, Assessed)
Pages 3-6 - Student Friendly Persuasive/Argument
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6th - 8th
Middle School Informational/Informative Essay Student/Teacher Writing Resourcess
Teaching middle schoolers to write is a daunting task, but teaching middle schoolers how to write informational texts can be downright overwhelming! This resource is the product of many years of teaching language arts and includes all of the resources I wish I had in easy printable formats. The cornerstone for this product is the plan page: a painless way for students to plan for their essays. This strategy is painless and has been used with all types of learners including SpEd students, ELLs an
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6th - 8th
Taylor Swift Biography Flip Book Pop Star Writing Activity | All Grade Levels
This Taylor Swift Biography Flipbook is designed to captivate students in grades 3-12, providing an engaging and educational exploration of the life and achievements of their favorite pop star. It covers eight exciting topics, allowing students to delve deeper into Taylor Swift's journey from aspiring musician to global icon.With its interactive flipbook format, this biography offers a unique way for students to develop a love for reading while learning about Taylor Swift's fascinating career. E
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Not Grade Specific
Elvis Presley Biography Flip Book | Pop Star Writing Activity | All Grades
This flip book presents students with various writing prompts inspired by the life and music of Elvis Presley. It serves as a creative springboard, sparking imagination and helping students to think outside the box when developing their ideas.Beyond music, this comprehensive flip book delves into various subjects such as history, culture, and entrepreneurship. It serves as a versatile tool for teachers to integrate different disciplines into their lessons, fostering interdisciplinary connections
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Not Grade Specific
Persuasive Writing Rubrics, Self Editing Forms, & Graphic Organizers Templates
Are you looking for an easy way to grade your students’ essays? Look no further! These rubrics, self assessment checklists, graphic organizer outlines, & graphic organizer templates are made for scaffolding the requirements as students develop their writing skills. This standards aligned resource includes 7 print-and-go writing rubrics with coordinating student self reflections, outlines, and graphic organizers templates that are already planned and prepped for you.Teachers will be able to e
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3rd - 8th
Identifying Different Types of Sentences (Middle School)
Teach your students about the four basic types of sentences with this helpful resource! Students learn to identify declarative sentences, interrogative sentences, imperative sentences, and exclamatory sentences. Instructions include examples, and there are worksheets to practice identifying types of sentences. In addition, students practice writing different types of sentences. An answer key is included. What’s included in this resource: Student packet with cover pageInformation on the 4 types o
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6th - 8th
Also included in:Â Sentence Lessons - Language Arts Bundle for Middle School
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