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Adult education close reading independent work packets
Informational Text Lesson on Hot Topics: Dangers of Energy Drinks
This informational text lesson on the dangers of energy drinks is the perfect ready-to-go lesson to practice close reading skills and comprehension! With eight specific standards-based questions and a text-based writing prompt, your students will be engaged, informed, and ready to debate!Student Experience: Students will read the high-interest, engaging article about the dangers of energy drinks. Then, students will truly dig into and respond to that text. Last, students will write a short a
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7th - 11th, Adult Education
Also included in: Hot Topics Informational Text Lessons: BUNDLE, Set #1
Newcomer & Beginner ESL Inside the USA Worksheets & Digital Books - Mega Bundle
This bundle includes ALL of my resources and supplements for a WHOLE YEAR of teaching newcomer and beginner ELs. This material can be used with Inside the USA or without the textbook.This Product Includes:Digital PDF file of student reading books which complement Units 1 - 10 (10 digital books!!) for Inside the USA.Worksheets for Unit 1 - 10 (100 pages!!) that supplement Inside the USA textbook. Each unit has 10 worksheet pages.Vocabulary Packets Units 1 - 10 (7 pages for each unit; 70 pages t
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1st - 12th, Adult Education
Making Inferences: High School Reading Skill Development Passages & Questions
The passages from literature and non-fiction in this set can be an effective supplement to any high school teacher’s reading skill “toolbox”. Each task card offers practice in making inferences and drawing conclusions with enough complexity to provide an appropriate challenge for students in grades 9-12. Text dependent questions for each entry include examination of characters, setting, language, tone, and theme. A detailed answer key is provided. The file includes:20 Teaching slides14 passages:
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
Informational Text Lesson on Hot Topics: Reading is Good for Your Brain
This mini lesson on the benefits of reading is the perfect ready-to-go lesson to practice close reading skills. With five specific common core text-based questions, your students will be engaged, informed, and ready to debate!Includes:-Formal lesson plan-Super simple sub sheet-Standards links-Link to article-Idea for starter-Short answer questions and answers- Argumentative Prompt-100% EditableClassroom success stories from other teachers who have tried this resource:♥ "Love this - a perfect les
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8th - 11th, Adult Education
Also included in: Hot Topics Informational Text Lessons: BUNDLE, Set #1
Fake News Media Bias Close Reading Comprehension Passage with Tasks & Questions
Read, respond and think critically about fake news and learn more about media bias and how it shapes our thoughts and perceptions. An important addition to any media literacy unit or ELL curriculum, this reading comprehension passage uses scaffolded reading and response questions to explore what is ‘real’ and what is ‘fake’ when it comes to the news and media we consume. Students in your English language classes will love how this reading package combines the worlds of media bias with English re
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Poetry Playbook: Analysing Figurative Language and Meaning in Popular Songs
This comprehensive 30 slide/page package introduces students to literary devices, including: simile, metaphor, personification, allusion, alliteration, symbolism, onomatopoeia, hyperbole, oxymoron, and mood. After mastering the definition of a device, students apply that knowledge to unveil implicit meaning in songs that they love. Students "leave tracks of their thinking" by providing annotations and highlighting right on the page-- which promotes higher order and critical thinking over rote me
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Artificial Intelligence Close Reading Passage with Text-Dependent Questions
Create future-proof learners with this captivating artificial intelligence reading comprehension resource, designed to enhance students' understanding of this cutting-edge technology. Dive into a thought-provoking reading passage that delves into the intricacies of AI, fostering critical thinking and analytical skills in your late middle and early high school learners. Encourage lively discussions and intellectual exploration of personhood and ethics around artificial intelligence technology, em
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7th - 9th, Adult Education
Digital Literacy Non-Fiction Close Reading Passages with Text-Dependence Tasks
Don’t leave your ESL and ELL students behind when it comes to digital literacy. This bundle of resources will help you build stronger digital literacy skills in your ELL and ESL high school students so they can navigate the digital landscape with ease. Use this bundle to build digital citizens that know how to separate fact from fiction, understand empathy while socializing online, and use technology responsibly. You’ll love how this bundle gets your students thinking about their online world di
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Practice Identifying Main Idea & Support for High School: Slides & Activities
Use this set of class room tested slides and practice to help build reading proficiency for high school students. These activities for locating the main idea and support in a paragraph can be used at any point during the year to improve comprehension, study skills, and test results and can function as either in person or remote learning. The paragraphs for these activities are excerpts from literature, essays, and articles and are intended for high school or adult learners. Most are in the publi
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
Current Events Reading Comprehension_News Articles _Middle & High School_2024
Current events PDF lesson plans for reading comprehension practice or standardized testing preparation. Long reading passage of recent news stories for middle and high school students in grades 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12. Includes literacy strategies and graphic organizers to support struggling readers. Also great for independent readers or gifted learners to use during enrichment time. Use for differentiated instruction by allowing students to choose different articles based on interest.(Politics)
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7th - 11th, Adult Education
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Nanotechnology Close Reading Passage with Text-Dependent Questions & Activities
Bring the world of nanotechnology into focus with this engaging reading comprehension resource, designed to enhance students' understanding of this cutting-edge technology. An immersive exploration of the world of nanotechnology, this reading comprehension resource is designed to foster critical thinking and analytical skills in your late middle and early high school learners. Encourage lively discussions and intellectual exploration of hive-mind and the reducing size of the microchip, empowerin
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7th - 9th, Adult Education
Spoon River Anthology: Notes, Poems, Questions for Analysis, Quiz
This lesson on E.L. Masters’ Spoon River Anthology can be used as a complete lesson plan or part of a unit on early 20th century writers. It is a good option for either in person or distance learning. The file provides nineteen selected poems individually annotated with questions and prompts for analysis. A student handout with brief background notes on Edgar Lee Masters includes a description of the poems and a glossary of terms.The carefully selected poems include interesting messages for stud
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8th - 12th, Adult Education
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High School Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions : 2020s Current Events
Are you looking for some fresh and modern reading comprehension passages for your high school students in grades 9-12? These passages are about current events and economic issues that will affect your students now and in the future. Each reading passage is two pages long and includes a variety of activities: - vocabulary words- reading comprehension questions- written reflection- math integration (for Computer Algorithms passage)- Venn diagram (for CPP vs Social Security passage)All passages are
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
Inference Mastery: Color by Number Worksheets (Middle School Level)
Introducing "Inference Mastery: Color by Number Worksheets," specifically designed for middle school students! This engaging and interactive set of worksheets takes a creative approach to understanding and mastering making inferences in nonfiction passages.Geared Towards Middle School Students: These worksheets are tailored to meet the unique developmental needs of middle school students, making the learning process both fun and educational. By combining color and comprehension, students are enc
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Central Idea, Theme, and Inference Mastery Color by Number Worksheets
Figurative Language Set of FOUR Short Passages BUNDLE | Close Reading | No Prep
This Figurative Language Short Passage BUNDLE includes four passages with 3 close reading and writing worksheets each - for a total of 12 high-quality worksheets! Answer Keys Included! Figurative Language Short Passage Sets are a no-prep, printable close reading activity that's perfect for middle school and high school. Each passage has between 206-226 words and is filled with between 14-19 examples of figurative language, such as hyperbole, metaphor, simile, and personification. I’ve found that
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Central Idea Mastery: Color by Number Worksheets (Middle School Level)
Introducing "Central Idea Mastery: Color by Number Worksheets," specifically designed for middle school students! This engaging and interactive set of worksheets takes a creative approach to understanding and mastering the central idea in nonfiction passages.Geared Towards Middle School Students: These worksheets are tailored to meet the unique developmental needs of middle school students, making the learning process both fun and educational. By combining color and comprehension, students are e
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Central Idea, Theme, and Inference Mastery Color by Number Worksheets
"The Nice People" Short Story Unit - Worksheets, Quiz, Annotations + ALL Answers
Low on prep time? Need a fool-proof supply plan? We've got you covered! This short story unit is designed to give teachers everything they need to comprehensively guide students through the skills of annotation during reading, quotation analysis, inference, vocabulary-decoding, and theme exploration. You may choose to assign worksheets for homework, in-class independent study, virtual learning, or completion in small groups over two or more class periods. The Teacher Answer Keys are extensively
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
"Marigolds" | Supporting Claims | Using Text Evidence | Literary Analysis | ELA
This Google Slide Deck provides three individual activities based on Eugenia Collier's short story "Marigolds," which is appropriate for students of many levels and ages. The text has some incredibly deep themes but with simplified language that allows readers of all levels to become engaged. The activities included will help students learn how to: select supporting text evidenceintroduce and contextualize text evidence *analyze text evidence *craft literary analysis claimsformat MLA citations
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7th - 10th, Adult Education
ChatGPT Artificial Intelligence Non Fiction Reading Comprehension Passage
Read about ChatGPT and the implications of artificial intelligence for society in this reading comprehension passage for high school. This resource is great for any student interested in learning more about generative AI. The non fiction passage comes with carefully crafted reading tasks and activities to introduce your students to the societal implications of automated technology, and gets them completing reading tasks designed to get them to think critically about its use. Complete with academ
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9th - 12th, Adult Education
Shakespeare Independent Study Project
An independent project, perfect for Project-Based Learning, opening a Shakespeare unit, or offering an extension, this lesson takes students through a quick intro to Shakespeare, a study of one of his sonnets, a language analysis, and an intro to one of Shakespeare's plays. You can adapt the study to focus on one specific play or let student's explore various works by the Bard.
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Independent Novel Read Project Bundle - Literature
In this unit, each student will choose a novel to read on their own. Students will complete a series of discussion questions, journal entries, and a slideshow/presentation involving their independent reading novel. Each student in class will choose a different novel. Requirements:Choose a novelComplete 10 discussion questionsFive are due for every week of the unit and will be graded2 minor grades totalComplete 4 journal entriesTwo are due every week of the unit and will be graded4 minor grades t
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
Brain Computer Interface - Reading Comprehension with Text-Dependent Questions
Ignite critical thinking and sharpen reading comprehension skills in your 7th-9th graders with this engaging Brain-Computer Interface (BCI) future-science resource! Packed with exciting activities, thought-provoking questions, and scaffolded reading tasks, students will explore this cutting-edge technology while developing critical analysis and problem-solving skills. Easy-to-use lesson plans and captivating content ensure a successful learning experience that keeps students engaged and eager to
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7th - 9th, Adult Education
The Patriot Act and Civil Liberties, Distance Learning, Argument Paper, Debate
Assign this right to Google Class, Canvas, Office 365 or any online learning platform.Does the Patriot Act violate civil liberties? This argument essay asks students to evaluate and debate The Patriot Act and civil liberties. 3 sources are included for students to make an informed, source-based argument. This assignment aligns with US history, civics, ELA test prep and debate standards. Includes:Essay question3 source textsRubric **************************************************************Thi
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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SPRING BREAK READING CHALLENGE **BUNDLE ALERT**
Elevate your child's spring break with our Spring Break Reading Adventure Pack! This all-inclusive pack is tailored to keep young minds active, imaginative, and immersed in the joy of reading throughout the break. Packed with a range of activities and tracking tools, it ensures a rewarding and enriching reading experience for your children.Features:Award Certificate: Commemorate their reading accomplishments with a personalized award certificate.Spring Bookmark: Mark their literary journeys with
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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