Black History Month Common Core L.5.5 resources

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5th and 6th Grade Figurative Language through Song Lyrics Worksheets

Created by

Black History Month, Reading, Reading Strategies

Are you looking for engaging figurative language through song lyrics worksheets for 5th and 6th grade? Rap music is the answer! Based on our History of Hip Hop and Rap song, these activities will keep your students' attention using song lyrics as a reading passage while they practice figurative language skills.*Listen to the song with the video preview above!*Students will listen to the song then use the song lyrics as a reading passage to identify examples of figurative language in text.The son

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

Black History Month, English Language Arts, Reading

, L.6.5

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Also included in: Hip Hop Rap History Fun End of Year ELA Reading Activities for 5th and 6th Grade

Sounder Novel Study { Print & Digital }

Created by

TheBookUmbrella

This is a novel study for Sounder by William H. Armstrong. Includes printable and digital versions. 56 pages of student work, plus an answer key! This novel study divides Sounder into eight sections for study. Each section covers one chapter.Includes the following:• Sounder novel study title page for students• Dictionary Look-up sheets (8 total)• Vocabulary Study sheets (8 total)• Understanding the Story comprehension worksheets (8 total)• Chapter Summary worksheets (8 total)• Time for a Test! a

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Worksheets

CCSS:

RL.3.1

, RL.3.3

, RL.3.4

, RL.3.5

, RL.3.6

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POETRY UNIT Black History Month Activities Poetry Form Poetry Elements Writing

Created by

Barbara Evans

POETRY POSSIBILITES for BLACK HISTORY MONTH is a collection of poems about notable African Americans and the history of Blacks in America. Each poem has a custom designed teaching point about poetic elements and forms. Also supplied are tailor-made skill lessons, activities, and poetry writing prompts; the poetry possibilities. CONTENTS12 copy ready poemsMartin Luther King, Jr.Harriet TubmanEscaped SlaveGarrett A. MorganGranville T. WoodsShirley A. JacksonMatthew HensonJackie RobinsonLeontyne P

Subjects:

Black History Month, Poetry, Writing

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Printables, Lesson, Centers

CCSS:

RL.1.4

, RL.1.10

, RL.2.4

, RL.2.10

, RL.3.5

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Also included in: POETRY UNITS MEGA BUNDLE Poems Teaching Points Writing Differentiation

Civil Rights Movement Mentor Sentences & Interactive Activities Mini-Unit (3-5)

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ideas by jivey

Mentor sentences are the perfect way to teach grammar and author's craft through examples of excellent sentences from your favorite read-aloud books! This unit will be a great way to integrate Social Studies in with your mentor sentences during your study of the Civil Rights Movement! It does not include explicit directions of how to implement mentor sentences in your room- these directions are in the Volume 1, FIRST Ten Weeks: Mentor Sentence Unit, Volume 2, FIRST Ten Weeks: Mentor Sentence Uni

Subjects:

Black History Month, Grammar, Writing

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Lesson

CCSS:

L.3.1

, L.3.1a

, L.3.1c

, L.3.1f

, L.3.1h

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Counting on Katherine Mentor Text Unit for Grades 3-5

Created by

ideas by jivey

Counting on Katherine: How Katherine Johnson Saved Apollo 13 by Helaine Becker is a mentor text that highlights one of the famous "Hidden Figures" women! 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!Using mentor texts is one of the best ways to maximize your teaching time. You are able to teach multiple skills, subjects, and topics with just one book!WHAT IS INCLUDED IN THIS UNIT?a week of plans

Subjects:

Black History Month, Women's History Month, Writing

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Printables, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.3.4

, RL.4.4

Amazing Materials for You by Amy Dickson

, RI.3.1

, RI.3.2

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Also included in: MENTOR TEXT CLUB by Jivey 1ST EDITION for Grades 3-5

Narrative Nonfiction Women's History and Black History Book Companion BUNDLE

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This narrative nonfiction book companion BUNDLE features 12 complete lessons that include objectives, learning targets, discussion cards, DIGITAL and PRINTABLE graphic organizers for every lesson, and Google Form™ exit tickets for every lesson. I have taught all of these lessons successfully and have found that my students LOVE learning about the feats and challenges real people face. The people featured in the stories are Rosa Parks, Wilma Rudolph, Marcenia Lyle, Marie Tharp, Jane Addams, Marti

Subjects:

Black History Month, Reading, Women's History Month

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.5.1

Black History Month, Informational Text, Poetry

, RI.5.1

, RI.5.2

, W.5.1

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Langston Hughes Biography & Poetry Analysis

Created by

Jenifer Stewart

Langston Hughes was an amazing poet who infused his love of jazz and blues into his writing. He wrote of injustice, poverty, and racism and helped inspire a generation to dream. He was one of the first African Americans to earn a living as an author. Included are resources for your students to research and learn about Langston Hughes and his legacy. You will receive: * a list of poems by Langston Hughes * 16 quote cards that can be cut out and displayed around the room or switched out ever

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Research, Handouts, Printables

CCSS:

RL.4.2

Black History Month, Reading, Writing

, RL.7.2

, RL.8.2

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Back of the Bus Mentor Text Unit for Grades 3-5

Created by

ideas by jivey

Back of the Bus by Aaron Reynolds is a powerful historical fiction book. 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!Using mentor texts is one of the best ways to maximize your teaching time. You are able to teach multiple skills, subjects, and topics with just one book!With this unit, you'll be able to analyze the excellent model of strong voice from a child's perspective in a mentor text and a

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Printables, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.3.1

, RL.3.2

, RL.3.3

, RL.3.6

, RL.3.7

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Also included in: MENTOR TEXT CLUB by Jivey 2ND EDITION for Grades 3-5

Fun End of Year Packet Worksheets ELA Reading Activities for Middle School

Created by

Black History Month, English Language Arts, Reading

Are you looking for fun end of year packet worksheets for middle school? Rap songs are the answer! Based on Hip Hop, rap, and jazz history rap songs, these ELA activities will keep your students engaged using song lyrics as reading passages while they practice a variety of skills! Easily incorporate them into independent activities or complete them together as a class lesson.Students will listen to the songs then use the song lyrics as reading passages to complete the reading activities detailed

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

RI.6.1

, RI.6.2

, RI.6.4

, RI.7.1

, RI.7.2

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Middle School Short Stories Figurative Language Passage Worksheets with Songs

Created by

Black History Month, English Language Arts, Reading

Use rap songs as short stories with figurative language passage worksheets to keep your middle school students engaged! Students will listen to the songs then use the song lyrics as reading passages to complete the activities detailed below.*Listen to the songs with the video preview above!*This bundle includes:- links to listen to the songs with subtitles for students- 24 multiple-choice, figurative vs. literal language questions based on the song lyrics per passage- 24 multiple-choice, identif

Subjects:

Grades:

6th - 8th

Types:

CCSS:

, RL.7.4

Black History Month, Literature, Reading

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Freewater by Amina Luqman-Dawson | NO PREP Novel Study and Literature Guide

Created by

Miss Birdie B

This is a No Prep novel study for Freewater by Amina Luqman-Dawson with comprehension questions, critical thinking questions, figurative language exercises, vocabulary building, and literary analysis exercises. ***Great as a Summer Reading Assignment Packet*** In 2023, Freewater was awarded both the John Newbery Medal and the Coretta Scott King Book Award. It is a beautifully written and inspiring story about two young runaway slaves who escape deep into the swamp and find

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Assessment, Literature Circles, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RL.4.1

, RL.4.2

, RL.4.3

, RL.4.4

, RL.4.6

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Black History Poetry Game - Escape Room Digital and Print for Middle School

Created by

All in One Middle School

Black History IS American History, and it's up to us to teach it. Middle schoolers will love this Black History Month game-style poetry escape room activity! Kids read a scenario to escape by solving 6 poetry puzzles. There are 6 poems by 6 famous African American poets. A poetic devices reference sheet is included to help kids solve the puzzles. Digital and print versions are both included in this one product!Poems Included (links provided)◾️"Still I Rise" by Maya Angelou◾️"Harlem" by Lang

Subjects:

Black History Month, English Language Arts, Poetry

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Activities, Printables

CCSS:

RL.5.9

, RL.5.10

, RL.6.9

, RL.6.10

, RL.7.9

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POETRY UNIT MLK Jr. Day FREEBIE Poetry Elements Poetry Forms Writing

Created by

Barbara Evans

This free POETRY UNIT for MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. DAY contains 2 poems. The POETRY POSSIBILITIES include a teaching point about poetry, skill lessons, writing models & prompts, and activities. These poems are copy ready and, thus, may be added to your students’ poetry anthologies. The range of reading levels in these poems makes them appropriate for all intermediate classrooms and provides for differentiation. [elements of poetry, poetry unit, figurative language, reading skills, writing]CO

Subjects:

Black History Month, Martin Luther King Day, Poetry

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Centers

CCSS:

RL.3.5

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, RL.5.5

, RF.3.4

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History of Jazz Music Reading Passages with Worksheets

Created by

Black History Month, Reading, Reading Strategies

Would you like to keep your students engaged with Jazz history reading comprehension activities? Do it with rap music! Based on our jazz history rap songs, these activities will keep your students' attention using song lyrics to practice a variety of reading skills. Easily incorporate them into independent activities or complete them together as a class lesson.Students will listen to the songs then use the song lyrics as reading passages to complete the activities detailed below.These activities

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.5.1

, RI.5.1

, RI.5.2

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Henry Box Brown Reading Passage Activities with Biography Rap Song

Created by

Black History Month, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies

Do you need a unique way to teach your students about Henry "Box" Brown? Rap music is the way to do it!Based on our Henry "Box" Brown, biography rap song, these activities will keep your students' attention using song lyrics as a reading passage while they practice a variety of reading skills. Easily incorporate them into independent activities or complete them together as a class lesson.Students will listen to the song then use the song's lyrics as a reading passage to complete the activities d

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.5.3

, RI.6.1

, W.6.2c

, L.5.4a

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Middle School Fun ELA Worksheets Activities with Motivational Rap Song Lyrics

Created by

Black History Month, English Language Arts, Reading

Need fun ELA worksheets activities for your middle school students? Keep them engaged using motivational rap song lyrics as a reading passage with activities! Students will listen to the song then use the song lyrics as a reading passage to complete the activities listed below.The song for this activity motivates students to overcome challenges and think about life in a positive and empowering way using pop-culture references to your keep students engaged.*Listen to the song with the video previ

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

, L.5.4a

Black History Month, English Language Arts, Speech Therapy

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Rosa Parks | Figurative Language | Vocabulary | Reading Comprehension Story

Created by

Speechie Jennie

This is a Rosa Parks-themed story that targets reading comprehension skills as well as different types of figurative phrases (e.g., metaphors, similes, personification) and vocabulary.This activity is perfect for upper-elementary and middle school students.What's Included: Rosa’s Courageous Journey StoryStory with bolded phrases (simile, metaphor, personification)Story with bolded vocabulary words25 multiple choice reading comprehension questionsAnswer Key10 higher-order thinking short response

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

RL.5.10

, L.5.4

, L.6.5

Figurative Language through Song Lyrics Passage Worksheets for Middle School

Created by

Black History Month, Reading, Reading Strategies

These figurative language through song lyrics passage worksheets for middle school are based on a pre-Hip Hop history rap song.Students will listen to the song then use the song lyrics as a reading passage to identify examples of figurative language in text.The song for this activity explores the real-life story of Bill who witnessed how community groups and gangs in the Bronx influenced the birth of Hip Hop and rap music. The song uses similes, metaphors, and Hip Hop terminology to narrate thes

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

Black History Month, Special Education, Speech Therapy

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Also included in: Hip Hop History Fun ELA Worksheets and Reading Activities for Middle School

Martin Luther King Jr Activities for Speech and Language Therapy

Created by

SpeechTeachPro

Need no prep differentiated speech and language activities to learn about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.? This resource is designed to help 3-6 grade students address 5 different speech/ language skills using any curricular-related biography about him. Activities are related to the following speech and language skills at 3 different levels: Temporal concepts (before/after) Sequencing Wh questions Vocabulary (synonyms, categories- level A only) Articulation This resource can be used with stu

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.3.2

, RL.4.2

Amazing Materials for You by Amy Dickson

, SL.3.1

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Also included in: Black History Activities Bundle for Speech Therapy

Narrative Nonfiction Exit Tickets for GOOGLE DRIVE

Created by

*PART OF A BUNDLE*Narrative NonfictionThese narrative nonfiction GOOGLE FORMS are exit tickets for four books that address main idea, theme, and characterization. You might also like:What is Narrative NonfictionThe House That Jane BuiltCatching the MoonThe Man Who Walked Between the TowersRosa: Main Idea and ThemeAda's Violin: Main Idea and ThemeWilma Unlimited: Main Idea and ThemeRosaWilma UnlimitedSolving the Puzzle Under the SeaSubscribe to my newsletter for exclusive monthly freebies and upd

Subjects:

Black History Month, Reading, Women's History Month

Grades:

3rd - 5th

Types:

Assessment

CCSS:

RL.5.1

Black History Month, Martin Luther King Day, Social Studies - History

, RI.5.1

, RI.5.2

, W.5.1

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A Place to Land Martin Luther King Jr Speech for classroom distance learning

Created by

SK Designs

*Includes Google slides™ compatible option* This is a great resource for Black History Month, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Constitution Day, social studies and American history, and nonfiction book studies. The resource includes discussion question/task cards, literal and textual comprehension prompts, biography study guidance, and reflection and essay writing prompts for the beautiful picture book about Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech at the Lincoln Memorial. The resource is app

Subjects:

Grades:

4th - 8th

Types:

Study Guides, Activities

CCSS:

RL.3.1

, RL.3.3

, RL.3.7

, RL.3.9

, RL.4.1

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Bass Reeves Reading Passage Activities with Biography with Rap Song

Created by

Black History Month, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies

Do you need a unique way to teach your students about Bass Reeves? Rap music is the way to do it! Based on our Bass Reeves, biography rap song, these activities will keep your students' attention using song lyrics as a reading passage while they practice a variety of reading skills. Easily incorporate them into independent activities or complete them together as a class lesson.Students will listen to the song then use the song lyrics as a reading passage to complete the activities detailed below

Subjects:

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Black History Month, Special Education, Speech Therapy

CCSS:

RL.5.3

, RI.6.1

, W.6.2c

, L.4.5a

, L.5.4a

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Black History Activities Bundle for Speech Therapy

Created by

SpeechTeachPro

Need no prep differentiated speech therapy activities about black history? This resource is a bundle designed to help 3-6 grade students address 5 different speech/language skills using any curricular-related biography about Dr. Martin Luther King, Harriet Tubman, George Washington Carver, Madame C.J. Walker, and Jackie Robinson. Use with students who demonstrate a language learning disorder, a learning disability, or a developmental delay. Great for push-in support in a general education or spe

Subjects:

Grades:

3rd - 6th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.3.2

, RL.4.2