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Middle school critical thinking writing-essays resources for Easel Assessments
Making Generalizations Task Cards | Print & Google & Self-Checking Easel
These 32 making generalizations task cards help students to conquer this tricky reading strategy.WHAT’S INCLUDED:✍️ PRINT:32 Task Cards (prints 4 to a page)Black-lineColorRecording SheetsAnswer KeysDIGITAL:Google SlidesEasel Assessment - Self-CheckingDIFFERENTIATION OPTIONS:Digital or PrintChallenge Card to extend the lessonMultiple versions of the recording sheet includedGreat for 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW TO SEE A LOT MORE! This resource is part of a money-saving bundl
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3rd - 6th
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Synonyms Task Cards: Grades 4-6 Set 1 | Vocabulary Practice | Print & Digital
Use these 32 multiple choice task cards to reinforce synonyms. A student answer sheet for students to record their answers is included along with an answer key for self-checking. There is also a Challenge Card that can be used in conjunction with any other card to extend the activity. These task cards are perfect for test prep and will work well at literacy centers, stations, for partner work, or with the whole class using a game like Scoot. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
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4th - 6th
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Word Root Task Cards Using Word Pairs | Set 1 | Print & Digital | ELA Test Prep!
Use these 32 multiple choice cards to practice word root meanings. Each card features two words with the same root and a choice of meanings. Students must use their knowledge of the word meanings to infer the correct answer. A student answer sheet for students to record their answers is included along with an answer key for self-checking. There is also a Challenge Card that can be used in conjunction with any other card to extend the activity. These task cards are perfect for test prep and will
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4th - 6th
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6 Traits of Writing™, Six Traits of Writing™ - Essay Writing Introduction Lesson
Teaching how to Identify and use the six traits of writing™ has never been easier! This lesson includes an introduction and thorough explanation of each trait and its role in writing. Additionally, an anchor essay with examples of each trait identified in the paragraphs provides students the opportunity to practice the skills they have learned. The no prep lesson can be used in class or assigned for distance learning as independent student work with Google™ Links provided. The instructional vid
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6th - 8th
Identify & Correct Sentence Fragments, Run On Sentences - Sentence Structure
Teaching how to Identify and correct sentence fragments and run-on sentences in grammar, sentence structure, and essays has never been easier! This resource includes fragment and run-on identification activities and different methods of correcting them. Numerous examplesprovide students the opportunity to see how the writing process works. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.The no prep lesson can be used in class or assigned for dist
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6th - 8th
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Five Paragraph Essay - How to Write a 5 Paragraph Essay - Intro to Essay Writing
Teaching how to evaluate a prompt, choose the best ideas, and write a 5 paragraph essay has never been easier! This lesson focuses on how to organize and structure a 5 paragraph essay. The students will be introduced to how to identify the parts of a paragraph - including writing leads and summaries, transition words and phrases, supporting evidence, sentence structure, etc.The no prep lesson can be used in class or assigned for distance learning as independent student work with Google™ Links
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6th - 8th
Thesis Statement Writing - Thesis Statement in a Writing Lead - Essay Writing
Teaching how to evaluate a prompt, choose the best ideas, and write a thesis statement has never been easier! This lesson includes an introduction and thorough explanation of writing a thesis statement for each type of writing. Additionally, writing prompt evaluation with examples of brainstorming ideas and choosing the best ones to include in the essay provide students the opportunity to practice the skills they have learned. The no prep lesson can be used in class or assigned for distance l
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6th - 8th
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Analogies PowerPoint and Easel Assessment
Analogies Interactive PowerPoint. What is an analogy and how do you solve one? This presentation defines what an analogy is, how they are written, and what relationships to look for when solving analogous pairs. There are 10 practice analogies for students, with answers and explanations. The guided practice helps students develop critical thinking skills and prepares them for standardized tests. Use on a whiteboard or on Chromebooks. Great to use at the end of the year before summer break or for
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5th - 8th
Argumentative Essay Writing Unit - Rubric - Graphic Organizer - School Uniforms
Introducing argumentative writing has never been easier! This in-depth argumentative writing prompt lesson guides students through the step-by-step process of drafting an argumentative outline using an argumentative graphic organizer. The lesson will demonstrate developing a claim, reasons, and evidence, refuting an opposing viewpoint, and writing an opinion essay.The resource also focuses on how to cite argumentative text as evidence. This lesson includes an argumentative writing rubric, an arg
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6th - 8th
The Writing Process - The Stages of Writing - Essay Writing Outline & Practice
Unlock the secrets of effective writing with this comprehensive lesson on identifying and utilizing the stages of the writing process. This resource provides an in-depth introduction and thorough explanation of each writing stage, highlighting their roles in crafting well-structured essays. Your students will learn how to effectively use pre-writing, drafting, revising, proofreading, and creating a final draft. Perfect for writers of all skill levels, this lesson offers valuable insights and tec
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6th - 8th
The Diary of Anne Frank - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for The Diary of Anne Frank has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resource: brains
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6th - 8th
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FREE Halloween Would You Rather Questions Print, Easel, and Google Slides
Here is a set of 20 FREE Would you Rather Questions about Halloween. Great for discussion starters, class polls and journal prompts. What's Included:Print copy Easel Assessment (great for a class poll!)Easel Activity - digital activity that requires students write about why it's there favoriteGoogle Slides digital activity - more challenging for advanced technology users! The students move move around a flashlight to try and read the questions.Great for 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th,6th, 7th, or 8th g
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1st - 8th
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Main Idea Supporting Details - Citing Evidence - Quotes as Supporting Evidence
Teaching how to use quotes as supporting details has never been easier! This lesson includes an introduction and thorough explanation of how to incorporate quotes used as supporting evidence in an essay. Additionally, anchor paragraphs using a quote as supporting evidence provide students the opportunity to see how the writing process works. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone. The no prep lesson can be used in class or assigned for di
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6th - 8th
Introducing the Literary Analysis Essay: Complete Step-By-Step Guide
Guide your upper middle and high school students step-by-step through writing the Literary Analysis Essay with these easy-to-use resources. Students will learn all the basics of strong thesis statements, clear topic sentences, specific evidence, and thorough elaboration. Graphic organizers include writing tips to help your students succeed. Revision strategies help students take ownership of their own writing.Color-coded samples help you model the expectations of formal, academic writing. This "
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7th - 12th
Also included in: Expository, Literary, and Research Writing for Middle School
MLA Format Practice: Works Cited Entries | MLA 9th Edition | PDF
Teaching MLA Format and Works Cited entries can be daunting for even the most dedicated teachers! These practice activities help students learn the elements of Works Cited entries before you embark on a research paper.Students will practice finding information on three types of sources:1. Website2. Online Encyclopedia (Britannica)3. Primary SourceConvenient reference tools save you time and help your students take ownership of their own writing:✅ Quick-Reference Guide to MLA Format and Formal Wr
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8th - 10th
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Also included in: Writing a Research Paper | MLA Format| Paraphrasing Bundle | Printable
Writing Leads - Creative Writing Hook Leads and Endings - Intros and Conclusions
Teaching how to write a writing lead - creative writing hook has never been easier! This lesson includes an introduction and thorough explanation of how to write a writing hook and summary. Additionally, writing lead and conclusion anchor paragraphs provide students the opportunity to see how the writing process works. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone. The no prep lesson can be used in class or assigned for distance learning as inde
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6th - 8th
Argumentative Essay Writing - Rubric - Graphic Organizer - Violent Video Games
Introducing argumentative writing has never been easier! This in-depth argumentative writing prompt lesson guides students through the step-by-step process of drafting an argumentative outline using an argumentative graphic organizer. The lesson will demonstrate developing a claim, reasons, and evidence, refuting an opposing viewpoint, and writing an opinion essay.The resource also focuses on how to cite argumentative text as evidence. This lesson includes an argumentative writing rubric, an arg
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6th - 8th
Depression and Anxiety in Teens-lesson/activities CDC health standard 4
This lesson gives a detailed description of depression and anxiety in teens, suicide awareness, and where to get help. Activities, Assessment, Clip art, printables, no prep needed, answer key. Easel activity and assessment is included. CDC (Center for Disease Control) Health Standard four: Students will demonstrated the ability to use interpersonal communication skills to enhance health and avoid or reduce health risks. The lesson plan covers: Symptom
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6th - 12th
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Good Touch-Bad Touch -"Underwear, Swimsuit Rule" CDC Health Standard Four
This lesson emphasizes what a good touch, a bad touch, and a confusing touch is. Never keep a secret is covered, along with the "Underwear and Bathing suit rule" information is included with a visual. It also gives advice on what to do if a bad touch happens to a student. 3 activities and 3 coloring pages with "good touch-bad touch" information that students can take home. Assessment, which is also part of Clip art, printables, no prep needed. answer key. Easel activity and assessment
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1st - 6th
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Teen Eating Disorders- lesson, 3 activities, CDC Health Standard 2 and 7
This lesson plan looks at teen eating disorders; Anorexia, Bulimia, Binge eating and ARFID. Signs and symptoms, as well as health complications are included. Critical to healing is treatment and getting help; which is addressed in the lesson plan. 3 activities, with one being an assessment and answer key. Clip art, printables, no prep needed. Easel activity and assessment is included with this lesson plan. CDC HEALTH STANDARD SEVEN: Students will demonstrate the abili
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6th - 12th
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Complex Sentences, Sentence Structure, Sentence Types, Writing Complex Sentences
Teaching how to Identify and write complex sentences in sentence structure, sentence types, and essays has never been easier! Thia resource includes identifying independent and dependent clauses, a list of the subordinating conjunctions, and writing activities that demonstrate how to write a complex sentence and use it in place of simple sentences. A "Let's Practice" section has numerous examples of complex sentences used in paragraph writing.The no prep lesson can be used in class or assigned f
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6th - 8th
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Compound Sentences in Writing - Sentence Structure, Sentence Types - FANBOYS
Teaching how to Identify and write compound sentences in sentence structure, sentence types, and essays has never been easier! This lesson has identification and writing activities for incorporating compound sentences in writing It includes identifying independent clauses, listing the FANBOYS coordination conjunctions, and writing activities that demonstrate how to write a compound sentence and use it in place of simple sentences. A "Let's Practice" section has numerous examples of compound
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6th - 8th
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How to Write for Standardized Tests Argument, Expository, Narrative, Persuasive
Teaching how to write an essay for a standardized test has never been easier! This lesson focuses on how to organize and develop ideas for all types of standardized writing tests. This lesson includes an introduction to and thorough explanation of each type of writing used in standardized tests. Additionally, the lesson focuses on how to differentiate between the types of tests and provide students the opportunity to practice the skills they have learned. The no prep lesson can be used in clas
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6th - 8th
Kitchen Safety for Kids, Easel, CDC Health Education Standard 7
"Kitchen Safely" Lesson covering all aspects of kitchen safety for children. Printables, Answer Key, Clip art. Distance learning appropriate. Easel activity and assessment included. CDC Health Standard 7: demonstrates the importance of students having the ability to practice behaviors that reduce risk and promote health. No prep neededincluded is:Getting permission to cook from parentsWhat to wear when cooking to stay safeAlways use hot pads to avoid burnsSafety rules when using the oven or st
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3rd - 6th
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