Vocabulary Common Core W.8.3 resources

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Study Guides, Word Walls

CCSS:

, RL.6.3

English Language Arts, Vocabulary, Writing

, RL.6.6

, RL.7.1

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Vocabulary Activities - Word Study BUNDLE with Word Wall Posters & Quizzes 6 - 9

Created by

Joy Sexton

These Vocabulary Activities will actually lead your students to understanding and using those challenging vocabulary words that we expect in their writing! Research shows that test scores and overall academic success increase when students have rich vocabularies. With this extensive Tier 2, 108-word study, your students will enjoy meaningful activities that instantly boost their word knowledge. If you need to incorporate more vocabulary into your instruction this year, all the work has been done

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Activities, Word Walls, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

W.6.2d

, W.6.3d

, W.7.2d

, W.7.3

, W.7.3d

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Ransom of Red Chief 5-Day Lesson Plan (Common Core Aligned)

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Middle School Masters has created a classroom-tested 5-day lesson plan aligned to the Common Core for "The Ransom of Red Chief" that includes: daily warm-ups daily vocabulary activities full text of story ready for annotations character analysis online technology activity for an O. Henry crime point of view 3x3 activity character study Point of View writing activity teacher ransom activity research "O. Henry"-style crimes video comparison text-dependent questions PARCC-style quiz PLUS a numbe

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.8.3

Martina Cahill - The Hungry Teacher

, W.8.7

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Animal Farm by George Orwell Novel Study and Reading Unit 7th 8th

Created by

This Animal Farm by George Orwell reading unit and novel study is exactly what you need to teach your seventh or eighth grade middle school learners in an engaging Socratic Seminar, discussion-based, and reading response focused format with this allegorical novella. Download the HUGE new preview to see what's included. This resource is in the following bundles:Middle School Reading Units Growing Bundle (6th, 7th, and 8th) Middle School Reading Units Growing Bundle (7th and 8th)This resource has

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Vocabulary

Grades:

7th - 9th

Types:

Unit Plans, Thematic Unit Plans, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.7.1

, RL.7.2

, RL.7.3

, RL.7.4

, RL.7.5

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Also included in: Middle School Novel Study Reading Units Growing Bundle Activities | 7th 8th

Charles by Shirley Jackson 5-Day Lesson Plan (Common Core Aligned)

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Middle School Masters has created a classroom-tested 5-day lesson plan aligned to the Common Core for Shirley Jackson’s "Charles" that includes: daily warm-ups daily vocabulary activities full text of story ready for annotations reading roadmap character analysis figurative language point of view character study RAFT writing activity writer's craft/style text-dependent questions creative writing entrance/exit tickets Common Assessment PARCC-style quiz All answer keys are included. Don't forg

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.8.2

Grammar, Vocabulary, Writing-Essays

, W.8.9

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Writing, Grammar & Vocabulary Back to School - ELA Curriculum - 8th Grade Bundle

Created by

Write On with Jamie

Back to School Lessons Include: Grammar and Vocabulary Unit, Text Based Analysis, Figurative Language Introduction, Transition Words in Writing, 5 Paragraph Essay, 6 Traits of Writing, 3 Multiple Choice Writing Tests, Thesis Statement, Standardized Test Writing, Examples as Supporting Details, Public Speaking, Creative Hook Introductions, Argumentative Writing Lesson, Expository Writing Lessons, Narrative Writing Lesson, and Persuasive Writing Lesson.Getting back into the swing of things has ne

Subjects:

Grades:

8th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

W.8.1

, W.8.1a

, W.8.1b

, W.8.1c

, W.8.1d

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Monkey's Paw Lesson Plan (Common Core Aligned)

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Middle School Masters has created a classroom-tested 5-day lesson plan aligned to the Common Core for "The Monkey's Paw" that includes: daily warm-ups daily vocabulary activities full text of story ready for annotations character analysis elements of fiction online technology activity for fiction elements figurative language qr code challenge point of view 3x3 activity character study RAFT writing activity clues activity writer's craft research on W.W. Jacobs life video comparison text-dependen

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

CCSS:

Close Reading, Creative Writing, Vocabulary

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THE HOBBIT MEGA BUNDLE: Intro, Close reading, Review, Test, Essays, Book writing

Created by

SicHobbiturAdAstra

"There is more in you of good than you know, child of the kindly West."(from the last conversation between Thorin Oakenshield and Bilbo Baggins) WHY "THE HOBBIT"? "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien is an extraordinary novel, and if you're here, you probably think so too. Not only does it offer a captivating, exciting, funny, and at times even touching story, but it also takes the reader on a real journey of growth, hand in hand with its protagonist, Bilbo Baggins. That's why it's always an exception

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Worksheets, Printables

CCSS:

, RL.6.3

English Language Arts, Vocabulary, Writing

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Root Words, Prefixes, and Suffixes Project

Created by

Literacy in Focus

Students use their knowledge of Greek and Latin roots, prefixes, and suffixes to create a superhero comic book! Students will love this fun and collaborative word parts project! Additionally, it aligns with several Common Core Standards and will work with any set of word parts you are studying!Everything is ready to print and includes:Project Cover Page: The project cover page includes space for team member names, character and setting details. One PageCloze Narrative: Students work in tea

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 9th

Types:

Projects, Printables

CCSS:

W.6.3

, W.7.3

English Language Arts, Halloween, Vocabulary

, SL.6.1

, SL.7.1

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Halloween ELA Content Review Activities Middle School Print and Digital

Created by

Richey's Resources

These Halloween ELA Review activities are perfect to help spread a little Halloween spirit in your classroom. This product includes 4 Common Core-aligned Halloween ELA activities and 3 just-for-fun Halloween activities to complete with your students. The Common Core-aligned Halloween-themed activities include a figurative language review, a context clue vocabulary review, a narrative writing practice, and 3 listening comprehension practice activities.This product also includes 3 just for fun Hal

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Games

CCSS:

, RL.7.1

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The Rights to the Streets of Memphis 5-Day Lesson Plan (Common Core Aligned)

Created by

Close Reading, Literature, Vocabulary

Middle School Masters has created a classroom-tested 5-day lesson plan aligned to the Common Core for "The Rights to the Streets of Memphis" that includes: daily warm-ups vocabulary context-clue slides daily vocabulary activities vocabulary quiz (with answers) author's style worksheet climax drawing and writing character tweet exit slip "silent conversation" activity writing activities biography slide on R. Wright background info on Memphis, TN text-dependent questions blackout poetry PARCC-sty

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.8.2

Reading, Vocabulary, Writing

, L.8.4

THE HOBBIT Novel Study Unit - Close Reading Worksheets (ch. 1-19) + Answer Keys

Created by

SicHobbiturAdAstra

"There is more in you of good than you know, child of the kindly West."(from the last conversation between Thorin Oakenshield and Bilbo Baggins) WHY "THE HOBBIT"? "The Hobbit" by J.R.R. Tolkien is an extraordinary novel, and if you're here, you probably think so too. Not only does it offer a captivating, exciting, funny, and at times even touching story, but it also takes the reader on a real journey of growth, hand in hand with its protagonist, Bilbo Baggins. That's why it's always an exceptio

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

RL.7.1

, RL.7.2

, RL.7.3

, RL.7.4

, RL.7.5

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Also included in: THE HOBBIT MEGA BUNDLE: Intro, Close reading, Review, Test, Essays, Book writing

6th/7th/8th ELA Word Wall English/Spanish - Reading & Writing Vocabulary Posters

Created by

MB Creations

Create an ELA Word Wall and teach ELA vocabulary terms with simple definitions, examples, and visuals. Hang this English or Spanish word wall in your 6th, 7th, or 8th grade classroom. You can present every ELA vocabulary term in the included PowerPoint slideshow. Print these reading and writing posters in two sizes and clip together to form English or Spanish vocabulary cards! Plus, save time with this resource! The small posters are printed in the center of the page to eliminate extra trimming.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Word Walls, Posters

CCSS:

, RL.6.3

Melissa Forney's Teacher Spectacular

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Young Writer's Survival Kit Grades 3 - 8

Created by

If you've been looking for the answer to your young writer's frustrations, THIS IS IT! Small enough to fit in your hand, this 76 page writer's handbook is the manipulative to end all manipulatives for grades 3-8. Packed with so much pertinent information for writing narrative, informative/explanatory, opinion, and argumentative genres that you won't believe how you were able to teach writing before. Vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, similes. metaphors, voice, beginnings, conclusions, idioms,

Subjects:

Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing

Grades:

3rd - 8th

Types:

Printables, Interactive Notebooks, Lesson

CCSS:

RI.3.9

, RI.4.9

, RI.5.9

, W.3.1

, W.3.2

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Thanksgiving and Christmas Family Holiday Menu and Narrative CC Writing Lesson

Created by

Razzle Dazzle Learning

In this fun holiday writing lesson, 6 - 8-grade students will design a family menu after learning menu appropriate vocabulary. Then they will write a personal narrative describing their own family traditions, or a particular story that happened at one their family holiday gathering. It can be centered around any holiday or family gathering such as New Years, Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July, Halloween, birthdays, anniversaries, and even a wedding celebration.This lesson is CC aligned for t

Subjects:

Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Vocabulary

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Worksheets, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics

CCSS:

W.6.3

, W.6.3a

, W.6.3b

, W.6.3c

, W.6.3d

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Animal Farm- Lessons 7-12

Created by

This product includes lessons 7-12 in the Animal Farm unit.Embark on an in-depth exploration of George Orwell's "Animal Farm" with these comprehensive lessons covering chapters 6 to 10. In Lesson 7, students delve into the thematic depths of the novel, connecting real-life examples to literary themes and analyzing excerpts to uncover underlying messages. Lesson 8 focuses on plot development, guiding students through activities to plot key story elements and predict narrative progression. In Less

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

CCSS:

, RL.8.5

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Also included in: Animal Farm Unit Plan

Tell-Tale Heart 10-Day Lesson Plan (Common Core Aligned)

Created by

Middle School Masters has created a classroom-tested 10-day lesson plan aligned to the Common Core for "The Tell-Tale Heart" that includes: daily warm-ups vocabulary activities full text of story links to online annotations character analysis exit tickets figurative language analysis of the "murder plan" point of view writer's craft video comparison performance assessment text-dependent questions quiz jury trial All answer keys and rubrics are included. Don't forget to click on the "vulture e

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

CCSS:

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Animal Farm- Lessons 1-3

Created by

This product includes the first 3 lessons in the Animal Farm Unit. These lessons cover chapters 1 and 2.Prepare your students for a deep dive into George Orwell's "Animal Farm" with these comprehensive lessons covering pre-reading strategies and analysis of chapters 1 and 2. In Lesson 1, we'll start by introducing the idea of allegory through fun activities and discussions. Students will learn to interpret allegorical texts using familiar stories like "The Tortoise and the Hare" and get some bac

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 12th

Types:

CCSS:

English Language Arts, Vocabulary, Winter

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Also included in: Animal Farm Unit Plan

Winter ELA Content Review Activities Middle School Digital and Print

Created by

Richey's Resources

These Winter ELA Review activities are perfect to help spread a little winter spirit in your classroom. This product includes 4 Common Core-aligned winter ELA activities and 3 just-for-fun winter activities to complete with your students. The Common Core-aligned winter-themed activities include a figurative language review, a context clue vocabulary review, a narrative writing practice, and 3 listening comprehension practice activities.This product also includes 3 just for fun winter activities.

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Games

CCSS:

, RL.7.1

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The Book Thief- Lessons 4-6

Created by

This product includes lessons 4-6 in The Book Thief Unit. This lesson series will guide students through a comprehensive study of "The Book Thief" by integrating historical context, literary analysis, and vocabulary development. Beginning with an exploration of World War II and the Holocaust, students engage in activities to build background knowledge before transitioning into the novel study. Lessons focus on analyzing characterization techniques, identifying figurative language, and understand

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

CCSS:

, W.8.2

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Also included in: The Book Thief Unit Plan

The Book Thief- Lessons 1-3

Created by

This product includes the first 3 lessons in The Book Thief Unit. These lessons cover the prologue and part 1.In preparation for a comprehensive study of "The Book Thief," students embark on an exploration of World War II and the Holocaust, laying the groundwork for understanding through historical articles and activities. This initial session aims to provide students with essential background knowledge of the historical events surrounding the novel. Transitioning into the novel study, they conn

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 10th

Types:

CCSS:

, RI.8.1

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Also included in: The Book Thief Unit Plan

Three Century Woman by Richard Peck 5-Day Lesson Plan (Common Core Aligned)

Created by

Middle School Masters has created a classroom-tested 5-day lesson plan aligned to the Common Core for Richard Peck’s "Three Century Woman" that includes: daily warm-ups daily vocabulary activities full text of story ready for annotations character analysis point of view character study writing activity writer's craft/style text-dependent questions Common Assessment PARCC-style quiz All answer keys are included. Don't forget to click on the "100 Century Club" icon to return to the "daily lesso

Subjects:

Grades:

7th - 11th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.8.2

, RL.8.5