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Black History Month writing-expository study guides
Phrases and Clauses Grammar Worksheets, Presentation, Test, Flipping Book
Phrases and clauses can look similar, and my students confuse them. I made these phrase and clause activities to clarify the differences in these units of words. If your students struggle to identify subjects and verbs, sentence structure, or punctuate phrases and clauses correctly, these grammar activities should help. This grammar bundle is in print and digital formats. Overall, these activities to clarify phrases and clauses are great grammar scaffolding tools.This phrase and clause bundle in
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7th - 10th, Adult Education
Also included in:Â Seventh Grade Grammar Bundle | Sentence Structure, Phrases, Clauses
Black History (A-Person-A-Day) Google Classroom & PDF
*This resource is contains both a PDF version and Google Slides version.WHAT IS INCLUDED ON THE SLIDES?mini-biography (42 people)picturesresponse prompt or questionYouTube link when possiblechildren's book feature when possible or link to a kid's article where they can read more about that personLOOKING FOR MORE HERITAGE/HISTORY MONTH DIGITAL RESOURCES?Black History (February)Women's History (March)Asian Pacific Heritage (May)Hispanic Heritage (Sept 15. - Oct. 15)Native American Heritage (Novemb
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Not Grade Specific
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Also included in:Â Biography (A-Person-A-Day) Digital Slides Bundle
Writing Introductions: Hook and Thesis
Many students have difficulty writing introductions that don't just "announce" their topic: "I am going to tell you about...", or "My topic is ...".
These lessons provide a resource for students to use that offers eight different ideas to "hook" their reader's attention. In addition, students are provided with a guide for understanding the difference between a topic idea and a focused thesis sentence. Also included is a student activity sheet to practice writing effective introductions.
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6th - 8th
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The Parker Inheritance by Varian Johnson Novel Guide
The Parker Inheritance by Varian Johnson Novel Guide Ideal for teaching about American history, African American history, the Jim Crow era, resilience, tolerance, and the Civil Rights history. Highly engaging cross curriculum novel that spans decades and teaches American Civil Rights history and its "inheritance" in a captivating and age appropriate way. This pack includes: Lesson objectivesChapter by chapter comprehension questionsAnswers includedResources for the background historical researc
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5th - 8th
The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood: Discussion Questions/Prompts
This series of 46 questions asks students to analyze the rhetorical strategies, themes, and literary techniques used by Margaret Atwood in The Handmaid's Tale. Questions also include prompts regarding characterization, imagery, themes, mood, and symbolism.
Questions are broken into four sections for reading assignments appropriate for grades 10-12 or college-level analysis.
Also look for my quiz packets for classics and contemporaries, such as Markus Zusak's The Book Thief, Khaled Hosseini's T
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10th - 12th, Higher Education
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I Have a Dream Speech Handout to Support Analysis and Close Reading
Help all of your students easily understand and appreciate the rich ideas and words of this influential speech by Marting Luther King, Jr.! The speech is presented in sections for close reading, with each section followed by engaging, illustrated questions and activities. What you get:illustrated speech text divided into chunks [with zig zag borders--see the thumbnails] Interesting historical information is included. variety of interactive comprehension questions following each section of the
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6th - 9th
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Black History Month; Famous African Americans Biography Book
Black History Month is so important! Teach your students all about famous African Americans that have had an impact on many of our lives. This book will be the perfect organizational tool and super fun for the students to keep!30 + African Americans to choose from and 1 blank sheet if you wanted to add your own. Each page includes:a picture of the personyear bornyear diedcharacter traitsinteresting factsfamous for 1 thing I learned from this personEach sheet is on there twice so it makes it
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1st - 4th
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Textual Evidence Student Handbook: MLA Style In-text Citations
Provides students with a reference for the following. Please note, there are not worksheets or assessments included in this. Just a 10 page reference booklet.1. Lesson 1: Introduction to Textual Evidence -What is it? -When do we use it? -Why does it matter? -Different kinds fo textual evidence (quotes, paraphrasing, reference)2. Lesson 2: Citing your Sources - Intro to MLA style - In-text citation rules for citing books and web pages, with original examples, inc
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6th - 12th, Higher Education
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Malcolm X's "The Ballot or the Bullet" Common Core Rhetorical Analysis
This resource includes the annotated text of Malcolm X's famous "The Ballot or the Bullet" speech. Using the comment feature in Microsoft Word, this resource includes critical commentary and analysis of the figurative and connotative meanings, rhetorical devices (logos, ethos, pathos), parallelism, allusions, themes aligned with the RI1, RI2, RI4, RI6, and RI8 standards from the Common Core State Standards. In addition to the identified figurative language, rhetorical devices, etc., the docume
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6th - 10th
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Rubrics - Middle School Expository Writing Rubric
Middle School Expository Writing Rubric. Use with expository essays and help middle school students focus on what they need to achieve in order to meet state standards. The standards-based rubric has four categories: conventions of language, purpose and style, organization, and development and support of content. Standards-based grade (4-point scale): students will exceed, meet, approach, or fall below standard in each category. Students can self-evaluate their work. Two styles - one with and o
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6th - 8th
Also included in:Â Middle School Writing Rubrics BUNDLE
Warriors Don't Cry Teaching Unit
This teaching unit is designed to accompany a classroom study of Warriors Don't Cry, Young Readers Edition, by Melba Patillo Beals. This nonfiction memoir chronicles the experiences of one of the Little Rock Nine in her battle to integrate Central High School in Little Rock, Arkansas in 1957. This unit contains reading logs, study questions, vocabulary,quizzes, discussion questions, a test, a movie viewing assignment, and an essay assignment with rubric. This book is an excellent resource for st
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6th - 9th
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After the Shot Drops Novel Study
A powerful novel about friendship, basketball, and one teen's mission to create a better life for his family. Not only is this book well-paced with short chapters switching perspectives, the secondary characters are rich in detail! Drama propels the story forward while its emotional appeal builds empathy for both boys' circumstances. A great novel for anyone who loves basketball! 2019-2020 Georgia Teen Peach Book Award Nominee SummaryBunny and Nasir have been best friends forever, but when Bunny
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8th - 12th
No Prep Editable Novel Guide for Dear Justyce with Full Answer Key
This packet is full of study guide questions for each chapter and writing prompts for Dear Justyce by Nic Stone. It is ideal for high school English classes and discusses very contemporary and relevant themes. Included:- Study Guide Questions- Author Information/Activity- Anticipation Guide- 4 Written Responses- Full Answer KeyThis product is downloadable in a PDF format and through a link for an editable Google Doc, so it will be easy to meet your needs! Similar Products:- Dear Martin (Fully St
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
The Tuskegee Airmen Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 1995)
The Tuskegee Airmen Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 1995) challenges students to apply the lessons they can learn from the brave heroes in this WWII movie. Explore the logical flaws in Senators Conyers' argument for why the Tuskegee Airmen should not be allowed to fly in the US Air Corps. Ask students to do extended research on the Tuskegee Airmen and compare the facts in the movie to real life events.Check the preview file for high resolution sample questions to see if this movie gu
Grades:
7th - 12th
Also included in:Â School Site License (1 SSL) 20 Movie Guide Bundle | War & Political History
Black Composers and Performers - A Music Lesson for Black History Month
This brief introduction to the world's most influential Black composers and performers is the perfect music lesson for Black History Month. The lesson covers 4 of the most prominent figures in the major musical eras and genres throughout history, including:Classical:Joseph Bononge, Chevalier de Saint GeorgesSamuel Coleridge-TaylorFlorence Beatrice PriceWilliam Grant StillJazz:Louis ArmstrongBillie HolidayElla FitzgeraldJohn ColtraneR&B, Soul, and Reggae:Ray CharlesAretha FranklinBob MarleySt
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Ruby Bridges Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet | Google Formats (TVPG - 1997)
This Ruby Bridges Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TVPG - 1997) challenges students to put themselves into this brave, real life story and learn from Ruby's experiences. Ask students to explore the root causes of why her classmates wouldn't play with her and the tough decisions Ruby's parents made to further the cause for freedom and equality.Check the preview file for high resolution sample questions to see if this movie guide is suitable for your students. This resource consists of 12 hig
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4th - 10th
Also included in:Â Black History Movie Guides Bundle | 10 Movie Guides | SAVE 35%
Into the Wild Krakauer Student Study Guide
This 35-page document contains the materials necessary for a great discussion on perspectives and viewpoints. Who was Chris McCandless? Was he wise beyond his years? Was he an arrogant upper class young 20 something? Was he a messiah? Was he plain stupid and unprepared? There are so many unanswered questions, and the student packet will take the upper level student through this intellectual discovery. The document includes a student study guide, some teacher materials, essay topics, and a
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Glory Road Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2006)
This Glory Road Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG - 2006) analyzes all the pieces that led to Texas Western's 1965 NCAA championship. Challenge students to think critically about how Coach Haskins and the team overcame the many obstacles that society and the school itself presented. Explore how the players on the team grew together and rate their teamwork and discipline on a scale of 1-10 at the beginning and end of the film.Check the preview file for high resolution sample questions to se
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8th - 12th
Lean On Me Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 1989)
Lean On Me Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 1989) asks students to think critically about the decisions and results of Mr. Clark's transformative role as principal of Eastside High School. Challenge students to explain who they think is ultimately responsible for student performance and education. Take a closer look at the goals and motivations behind Mrs. Barret's and the Mayor's behavior. Check the preview file for high resolution sample questions to see if this movie guide is suita
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8th - 12th
Race (Jessie Owens Story) Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2016)
Race (Jessie Owens Story) Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (PG13 - 2016) challenges students to insert themselves into this historical story. Explore the tough decisions that Jessie Owens and the American Olympic Committee had to make during the 1936 Olympic Games held in Nazi Germany. If you're planning to show this movie, you will not be disappointed with this resource. Note: Question #9A asks students to compare the 100m Final race scene with actual footage from the 1936 Olympic Games. The
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7th - 12th
Also included in:Â School Site License (1 SSL) 20 Movie Guide Bundle | Civil Rights & Justice
Hidden Figures-Young Readers'Edition-Chapter Summary-Close Passage-Comprehension
This is a chapter by chapter summary of Hidden Figures- Young Readers' Edition. The summaries are written in close passage form to enhance comprehension. The answer key has been included.
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Grades:
6th - 8th
Source Cards MLA Format Reference Sheets & Practice with Easel Activity
Research skills using Source Cards and Information Required. Handout with Practice Activity. Help students organize notes and write bibliography in MLA format. This handout will help students identify what information they will need to put on their source cards when they take notes for a research paper and use to write a bibliography using MLA format. This is an important step in the research process. Digital Resource and Print: Includes an Easel Activity ready for learning with digital tools. A
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6th - 9th
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Slavery By Another Name Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TV - 2012)
This Slavery By Another Name Movie Guide | Questions | Worksheet (TV - 2012) challenges students to internalize the vast amount of information in this PBS documentary based on Douglas A. Blackmon's 2008 book of the same name. Explore the concepts of peonage, sharecropping, convict labor, radical reconstruction and the clause in the 13th amendment that allowed slavery to continue as a punishment for crimes.Check the preview file for high resolution sample questions to see if this movie guide is s
Grades:
8th - 12th
Also included in:Â School Site License (1 SSL) 20 Movie Guide Bundle | Civil Rights & Justice
Study Unit to be used with The Circle by Dave Eggers
This fantastic unit has everything you need to teach Dave Eggers' stunning novel: The Circle.
Included in this packet you will find: An extensive vocabulary list, study guides, quizzes, a test, discussion questions, five (yes, FIVE!) different essay topics and rubrics, a project, and a bonus project for your students to complete.
Your work will be "complete" after purchasing this unit. Enjoy!
* This product was updated on April 6th, 2016. It now includes essay questions on the test and possi
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11th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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