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Middle school writing-essays independent work packets for Microsoft Word
Writing Prompt Pack, Argumentative Essay on Obesity Taxation
In this easy-prep writing prompt pack, students will analyze texts that discuss a very personal hot-button issue that faces kids, teens, and adults: obesity and the government's role in preventing it. They will then write an essay where they take a stand on the issue after reading that set of articles. If your state requires students to synthesize from multiple sources for state testing, then this prompt meets that requirement.Suggestions for teaching:· You could use this as a cold writing task
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Grades:
7th - 11th
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Introduction to Poetry - Whole Unit - Over 20 Poems!
Corresponding PowerPoint Presentation Saved to Google Drive!Daily Step by Step Lesson PlansPerfect for Distance Learning or Printable PacketsPoetry allows for a unique format of written word that can be accessed on a variety ofplanes. As such, it allows us as teachers to correct that false notion that many students hold toward reading: it's boring. Over the course of my years, I have told many students that if reading is boring, they are doing it wrong. It was with that idea in mind that I creat
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Grades:
7th - 10th
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One of These Days - Close Reading & Writing Prompt
One of These Days, by Gabriel Garcia Marquez, is the true image of a short story. Less than three pages and under 1000 words, yet packed with so much action. As such, it can be devoured in a single class period by any middle school or high school class. I started making this resource with my 8th grade class in mind. For that reason, the marginal questions appear to be more surface level with the focus on imagery and characterization. However, the more I read and annotated myself, the more I real
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Grades:
7th - 12th, Higher Education
Complete Animal Farm Mini-Research Paper: Absolute Power Corrupts
This editable resouce allows you to set students up for success writing an MLA style, mini-research paper using the theme from Animal Farm, "Absolute Power Corrupts," with minimal "direct instruction." Everything you need is here. You can easily print this packet for students or post it online, and they can work through each step of the process in class, at home, or a combination of the two. Have them submit each step as they go for feedback and revisions, or turn it in all at once. Easily ad
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Grades:
7th - 11th
SSAT Middle Level Writing Section Study Guides (ANSWER KEY WITH EXPLANATIONS)
Prepare your students or children for the SSAT with our comprehensive study guide! We cover every aspect of the writing section and provide tips and tricks to ensure your child gets the best score possible! The guide is easy to walk through with your child as you break down key concepts that will help them on the test. Good luck, future scholars!
Grades:
4th - 7th
Also included in: SSAT Middle Level Study Guides Bundle (ANSWER KEY WITH EXPLANATIONS)
ISEE Lower Level Study Guide Essay Section
For those looking to help their student or children prepare for the essay section of the lower level ISEE! We offer a practice test that includes thorough explanations and a breakdown of common concepts that will be presented on the test.
Grades:
3rd - 6th
Also included in: ISEE Lower Level Study Guide Bundle (ANWSER KEY + EXPLANATIONS)
SSAT Upper Level Writing Section Study Guide (ANSWER KEY WITH EXPLANATIONS)
Have your students or children prepared for the SSAT with our study guide! We offer clear explanations and detailed insights into what will be required to do well in the writing section of the SSAT. Good luck, all future scholars!
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Grades:
8th - 11th
Comparative Essay Packet- EDITABLE
This packet is intended for grades 4-6. It walks students through the process of writing a 5 paragraph comparative essay. It simplifies the process to help students. This packet also includes 3 rubrics to use for peer edits, self edits, and teacher grading.This file is editable, so feel free to make changes to address the needs of your students!
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in: Essay Packets Bundle- EDITABLE
STAAR SPANISH Written Responde Guide - Guía de respuesta escrita
La siguiente guía es para que los estudiantes sigan un proceso coherente al responder la pregunta de ensayo que encontrarán en su examen estatal. // The following guide is to help students follow a consistent process when answering the essay question they will encounter on their state exam.
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Grades:
3rd - 6th
ISEE Middle Level Study Guide Essay Section
Prepare your middle schooler for the ISEE with our essay section study guide! We offer a practice test that includes thorough explanations and a breakdown of common concepts that will be presented on the test.
Grades:
6th - 8th
Also included in: ISEE Middle Level Study Guide Bundle (ANWSER KEY & EXPLANATIONS)
Narrative Writing Organizer
Hi! I've created this organizer to help students breakdown the narrative writing process. Before I give them this tool, I have them work on their "Heart Map" to generate ideas before having them condense their ideas. This tool is then given to them to create their narrative! This tool can be used from 7th grade up to 12th grade! I've used this tool in all of my years of teaching and has helped tremendously!
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Grades:
7th - 12th
Character Analysis Essay
Character Analysis EssayIs you class ready to start their character analysis essay? If so, this STEP by STEP guide will keep them on track from day one. It outlines completely what should be included in each of their 5 paragraphs and provides a rubric for grading the essay. Preview:Step 1: Pick a character from a short story we’ve read in class to analyze Step 2: Write a character analysis essay that: -Describes the character and their role in the story -Identifies at least TWO character trait
Grades:
7th - 10th
Argumentative Essay Packet- EDITABLE
This packet is intended for grades 4-6. It walks students through the process of writing a 5 paragraph argumentative essay. It simplifies the process to help students. This packet also includes 3 rubrics to use for peer edits, self edits, and teacher grading.This file is editable, so feel free to make changes to address the needs of your students!
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in: Essay Packets Bundle- EDITABLE
Narrative Essay Packet- EDITABLE
This packet is intended for grades 4-6. It walks students through the process of writing a 5 paragraph narrative essay. It simplifies the process to help students. This packet also includes 3 rubrics to use for peer edits, self edits, and teacher grading.This file is editable, so feel free to make changes to address the needs of your students!
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in: Essay Packets Bundle- EDITABLE
Expository Writing Packet- EDITABLE
This packet is intended for grades 4-6. It walks students through the process of writing a 5 paragraph expository essay. It simplifies the process to help students. This packet also includes 3 rubrics to use for peer edits, self edits, and teacher grading.This file is editable, so feel free to make changes to address the needs of your students!
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Grades:
4th - 6th
Also included in: Essay Packets Bundle- EDITABLE
30 minute easy Informational Essay 3 point thesis quick practice Taylor Swift
6th Grade Reading Rockstars Presents 30 minute Easy Essay ConstructionDo your students need extra practice writing, but you can’t find the time to provide them with additional opportunities? 30 minute Easy Essay Construction provides quick practice, while most importantly, making the connection between the thesis, body paragraphs and conclusion.Check the link below for the step-by-step PowerPoint that walks you through how to use these products!https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/30-minu
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: 30-minute Easy Informational essay- Taylor Swift/Disney/Weird Schools
Nonfiction STAAR Formatted Passage with ECR Essay for RACES Strategy
This one page informational/nonfiction STAAR formatted passage includes ✅ "Curious Creatures", an informational text all about the octopus and its amazing and interesting characteristics✅ 3 multiple choice questions✅ 1 multi-select question✅ 1 ECR informational essay question. ✅ 1 key with aligned TEKS.This could be used as a nonfiction assessment, whole class review, group work, or independent practice.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I appreciate honest feedback so much! TPT gives you credits in exchange for reviews to l
Grades:
4th - 6th
STAAR Formatted Video Paired Passage Connected Text with ECR and SCR RACES
This video paired passage/connected text uses the Pixar Short Kitbull and a video from National Geographic. The use of the videos allows students to focus more on the work of the questions, developing their ability to compare and contrast. This resource includes: ✅ Links to both videos -- Kitbull and The Orangutan and the Hound Dog✅ 9 STAAR formatted questions (3 for Kitbull, 3 for The Orangutan and the Hound Dog, and 3 paired text question)✅ 1 Short constructed response question✅ 1 Extended co
Grades:
3rd - 6th
OREO Persuasive Writing Process EDITABLE
Persuasive Writing states an Opinion to a yes or no question, gives Reasons the opinion is true, backs up the reason with Examples/evidence, and restates the Opinion. Students will use the acronym OREO to remember the elements of a persuasive essay. The packet takes students through the entire writing process. This product is completely EDITABLE.
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Grades:
4th - 6th
30 minute easy Informational Essay 3 point thesis quick practice Disney Safety
6th Grade Reading Rockstars Presents 30 minute Easy Essay ConstructionDo your students need extra practice writing, but you can’t find the time to provide them with additional opportunities? 30 minute Easy Essay Construction provides quick practice, while most importantly, making the connection between the thesis, body paragraphs and conclusion.Check the link below for the step-by-step PowerPoint that walks you through how to use these products!https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/30-minu
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: 30-minute Easy Informational essay- Taylor Swift/Disney/Weird Schools
30 minute easy Informational Essay 3 point thesis quick practice School Success
6th Grade Reading Rockstars Presents 30 minute Easy Essay ConstructionDo your students need extra practice writing, but you can’t find the time to provide them with additional opportunities? 30 minute Easy Essay Construction provides quick practice, while most importantly, making the connection between the thesis, body paragraphs and conclusion.Check the link below for the step-by-step PowerPoint that walks you through how to use these products!https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/30-minu
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: 30-minute Easy Informational essay- Taylor Swift/Disney/Weird Schools
Nonfiction STAAR Formatted Passage with SCR and ECR for RACES Strategy
This one page informational/nonfiction STAAR formatted passage includes✅ "Owen and Mzee", an informational text all about an unlikely friendship between a hippopotamus and a tortoise✅ 5 multiple choice questions✅ 1 SCR questions✅ 1 ECR informational essay question✅ 1 key with aligned TEKSThis could be used as a nonfiction assessment, whole class review, group work, or independent practice.⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I appreciate honest feedback so much! TPT gives you credits in exchange for reviews to lower the cost o
Grades:
4th - 7th
30 minute essay informational essay -3 point thesis practice Weird School Rules
6th Grade Reading Rockstars Presents 30 minute Easy Essay ConstructionDo your students need extra practice writing, but you can’t find the time to provide them with additional opportunities? 30 minute Easy Essay Construction provides quick practice, while most importantly, making the connection between the thesis, body paragraphs and conclusion.Check the link below for the step-by-step PowerPoint that walks you through how to use these products!https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/30-min
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: 30-minute Easy Informational essay- Taylor Swift/Disney/Weird Schools
Narrative Paper Packet: Write a Suspenseful Story with Dialogue
As a culminating writing task after teaching a unit high in suspenseful fiction, have your students write a suspenseful story where the characters experience an unknown fear. Your unit may have included texts such as "The Tell-Tale Heart", "The Lottery", Ten Days in a Mad House, Monster, or "The Monkey's Paw". This packet revisits some of the connecting themes between the unit's stories and then outlines a rough draft of the story by reminding students what elements go in which section of the st
Grades:
6th - 12th
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