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High school reading resources for GATE under $5
Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Literature Circles Book Clubs
Add some depth and complexity to traditional Literature Circles with this complete and ready-to-use resource!You will be amazed by the level of discussion and critical thinking that will take place among your students. Each Literature Circle role (listed below) is directly connected to 11 elements of critical thinking: Big Ideas, Rules, Trends, Patterns, Language of the Discipline, Ethics, Relationships Over Time, Details, Unanswered Questions, Across Disciplines, and Multiple Perspectives). Ju
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4th - 9th, Adult Education
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Also included in: Depth and Complexity Critical Thinking Mega Bundle
Rhetorical Analysis Basics: President Bush's Speech on 9/11
The following file is a mini unit I use with my AP English Language class to get us started thinking about rhetorical analysis. I usually do this in the first week of school.
File includes the following:
- Full text of President George W. Bush's speech on 9/11, formatted to give students room to annotate.
- Full text of President George W. Bush's speech on 9/11, with a starter key pointing out basic rhetorical moves Bush is making in regards to language and structure.
- Notes for students
Personality Type Quiz-Book Genre | Get to Know You Inventory | Back to School
Boost student relationships with this no-prep, easy-to-use Book Genre Personality Inventory! This personality survey, based on the long-standing four temperaments, turns this abstract concept into a lesson that is high-interest, easy to understand, and memorable! TWO LEVELS of the personality test are included, making it applicable for 3rd-12th grade students...and beyond! This personality quiz theme can be used in any school subject as a Get to Know You Activity at Back to School Time, or any o
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3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Staff
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Also included in: PERSONALITY TYPES MEGA BUNDLE | 45 Themed Personality Inventories
Depth and Complexity Icon Posters
Depth and Complexity Icon Posters complete with explanations of what each icon means, examples and sentence starters. All written in student- focused language.
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4th - 12th
"The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson Quiz & SCR
This product includes a ten question multiple choice quiz and two short constructed response questions based on Shirley Jackson's short story, "The Lottery."
Multiple choice questions focus on parts of a story, foreshadowing, theme, and story events. There are two short-constructed response questions. One is for honors/GATE students, the other is for all students. The SCR's are perfect as SBAC test prep!
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8th - 10th
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The Outsiders Character Analysis Presentation: A Culminating Group Project
Outsiders Project | Outsiders Presentation | Outsiders Group Project | Outsiders Character Analysis
Character analysis is an excellent skill for students to develop while reading The Outsiders. Not only are there a plethora of characters in the book, but there are multiple examples of different types of characters too (i.e. round, flat, dynamic, static). As we read through the book, we take a careful look at the characters through a variety of activities. These smaller activities help build to
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7th - 9th
Thanksgiving Researchable Food Trivia--Yum or Yuck?
Just in time for Thanksgiving! Serve your students this two-course activity of researchable food trivia (thirty items each). Are the foods in question YUM or YUCK? With the facts uncovered, one must ponder and decide "To eat, or not to eat?" Plan for a few lively class discussions/arguments along the way!
Finish off the festivities with "A Holiday Special for Young Gourmets: a graphic organizer for creating a Thanksgiving recipe, without adult interference, specifically tailored for y
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5th - 9th
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Amazing Race Printable Templates
This file is a PowerPoint file with Amazing Race templates to create challenges, detours and roadblocks in any content area. These templates can be used digitally or as printables. Just click inside the editable text boxes to add your content.Template includes: planning pageschallenge folderroute information carddetour cardroadblock cardplayer name tagsPowerPoint slides template
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K - 12th, Staff
GATE Themed Literature Circle Jobs
This is a set of GATE Icon frames that utilizes depth and complexity within lit circle jobs.You may also enjoy my Depth and Complexity/Content Imperative Class Cards I sell as well:Depth and Complexity & Content Imperative Icon CardsKEYWORDS: GATE icons, Literature circles, Lit Circle jobs
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3rd - 12th
Dystopian Fiction Literature Circles Unit Reading & Writing Workshop Grades 7 +
This 5-6 week unit combines Reading and Writing Workshop into a Literature Circle Genre Study of Dystopian Fiction and hits on a wide array of reading, writing, speaking, and listening standards. Download the preview to read the full lesson plans, purchase the full unit and receive all of the worksheets, directions, models, and rubrics.
This unit has been classroom tested and student approved! My students really loved this unit, largely because dystopian / science fiction is of major interest
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7th - 10th
Also included in: Reading Bundle - Middle School Grades 6 - 8
Theme Posters for Literature (25 Themes)
This set of posters includes 25 different themes. Each poster includes the theme with a more detailed message. The posters are included in regular 8.5 by 11 as well as a smaller size of 2 posters per page. Use this as reference as you discuss theme in your class.
The following themes are included:
Acceptance
Courage
Perseverance
Cooperation
Compassion
Honesty
Kindness
Loyalty
Believe in Yourself
Be Happy with What you have
Friendship
Family
Curiosity
Creativity
Growing Up
Love
Identity
Integr
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3rd - 12th
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Figurative Language Activities - Writing Prompts - Print & Digital
Let students use imagination and creativity to show what they've learned! These fun figurative language writing prompts are the perfect way to wrap up a unit, review for a test, or add enrichment to your figurative language lessons. Nine engaging writing prompts encourage students to show comprehension and let their imaginations run as they write about animals, idioms, their own lives, and more.(Don't miss the rest of my bestselling Figurative Language Activities Bundle!)This resource includes t
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Figurative Language Practice Bundle for Middle School - Print & Digital
Greek & Latin Word Wall for Reading Math Science SS Gifted CCSS
This has helped tremendously in helping my students understand the etymology of words, which is emphasized in the CCSS for ELA.
This is a compilation of over 80 Greek and Latin word parts, complete with definitions, that I use in my classroom. Greek origins are shown in green and Latin in purple in a large and clear font for easy viewing.
To make it interactive, students are presented with the full set of words and word parts, and as they are encountered in reading, math, science, or socia
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3rd - 12th
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HALLOWEEN Idiom Illustrations Activity | October Fall Figurative Language
Easily incorporate THEMATICALLY RIGOROUS LEARNING into your classroom routine with this no-prep Halloween Idiom Illustration Activity. A direction sheet (in 3 formats), a List of 22 Halloween-related idioms, and a sheet to illustrate the literal and figurative meaning of the idiom are included. The only supplies needed are the Halloween idiom sheets, pencils, colored pencils, markers. This simple thematic activity would make a wonderful Hallowing bulletin board or hall display that also allows s
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3rd - 12th
Art Social Change & Advocacy Project
Art Social Change & Advocacy Project:
Students read short explanations and facts about eight different world issues. They may research these (and others of their choice) more extensively, if desired. Students choose an issue they care about, and create an art poster that persuades others to create social change. Their artwork will creatively advocate for their cause, as well as inspire and educate others.
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5th - 10th
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THANKSGIVING IDIOM ILLUSTRATIONS Activity | November Fall Figurative Language
Easily incorporate THEMATICALLY RIGOROUS LEARNING into your classroom routine with this no-prep Thanksgiving Idiom Illustration Activity. A direction sheet (in 3 formats), a List of 23 Thanksgiving-related idioms, and a sheet to illustrate the literal and figurative meaning of the idiom are included. The only supplies needed are the Thanksgiving idiom sheets, pencils, colored pencils, markers. This simple thematic activity would make a wonderful Thanksgiving bulletin board or hall display that a
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3rd - 12th
Novel Study: Think Like a Disciplinarian
Thinking Like a Disciplinarian: Linguist, Sociologist, Psychologist, Philosopher, Anthropologist, and JournalistUse these Depth and Complexity frames to address any novel. Students can use different lenses to understand a novel from different frames of mind.
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4th - 12th
Monthly Book Reports and Book Talks
Here is everything you will need to implement monthly book talks into your classroom. There is a parent letter, example, content check list/rubric, 2 graphic organizers (fiction and non-fiction book talks), pacing guide, book talk enhancement suggestion page, and a year long plan. This is 6 years of trail and error fine tuning and has been a wonderful addition to my classroom. The kids and parents love it and because it follows the same format (just the books and genres change), and you won't be
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3rd - 10th
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Scavenger Hunt Escape Room an Introduction to Gothic Horror Literature! 7th-10th
Immerse your middle and high school ELA students in the chilling world of Gothic horror literature with this captivating Scavenger Hunt Escape Room lesson! Step into the eerie atmosphere of Whispering Oaks Mansion, where students will embark on a thrilling journey through the corridors of classic tales, from Edgar Allan Poe to Mary Shelley.In this dynamic lesson, students will engage with 10 short reading passages tailored for 7th to 10th graders, exploring the defining elements of Gothic horror
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7th - 10th
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Also included in: Edgar Allan Poe Literary Study - Bundled Resources
Proverbs and Wise Sayings - Writing Prompts
25 printable or digital activities to help students improve their speaking and listening skills. Each lesson centers around a proverb or wise saying from around the world: Chinese, Italian, Persian, Arabian, Spanish, Swiss, German, English, and more. Students analyze the literal and figurative meaning of each proverb, as well as defining its relevance and importance for today. You will find the contributions of William Shakespeare, John Milton, Mark Twain, Confucius, and many more from both m
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6th - 10th
Mind the Gap Reading Classic Literature Bulletin Board Kit + Editable PowerPoint
Easily print elements from this classic literature reading bulletin board kit with the theme “Mind the Gap.” This phrase that originated with the London Underground to alert passengers to the gap between the train cars and the sidewalk is a clever and fun way to help students close the gap while reading. Choose your own favorite classic literature book covers to hang on the bulletin board by pasting them into the editable PowerPoint file. This resource is great for middle and high school teacher
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10th - 12th
1984 Honors Literature Make It Rigorous Test
Don't lower the bar--raise it! This 1984 unit test will reveal the depth of your honors students' understanding of Orwell's great novel. This assessment is 65 higher level multiple choice questions including two reading passages. Use the free propaganda handout to accompany your instruction as you journey through the pages of the novel. The test includes optional short answer questions too.
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9th - 11th
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Greek Mythology Review Games - Set of 3
This packet contains three different games that can be used to review general Greek mythology stories. While there are many retellings of the Greek myths, with slight variation of details among them, this packet relies on the stories told in D’Aulaires Book of Greek Myths.
Geared for students in grades 6 – 8, this packet offers a fun way to review previous lessons and to prepare for the National Mythology Exam given in the last week of February, hosted by Excellence Through Classics.
Games 1
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4th - 9th
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The Adventures of Tom Sawyer Choice Board
This menu board/ choice board is a great resource to use in conjunction with Mark Twain's novel, “The Adventures of Tom Sawyer”.
Included are nine challenges in one menu that allow students to have choice in their work. I have used these with my students and they love completing these challenges.
This resource is a great tool to use in a book club setting, literature circles, independent novel study, or as a whole group reading instruction extension.
There are many ways that you can adapt
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4th - 12th
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Not only is reading a core concept in the study of English language arts, but it’s also a cornerstone skill for proficiency in many other subjects (for instance, without strong reading skills, students won’t be able to solve math word problems or read through primary sources for social studies class).
If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable and digital reading resources to help your student learn a reading concept, look no further! TPT has an extensive collection of resources, created by other teachers, that are designed to help with any need across grade levels.
Elementary students just learning to read can practice the basics with some simple, fun phonics practice activities or small-group reading centers focused around sight words. Students in middle and high school can read novels and complete hands-on, interactive assignments that build their comprehension and critical thinking skills. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, you can sharpen your student's reading skills in no time.
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Engaging reading activities can energize your students and foster a love of reading. Here are a few ideas for reading activities from our teacher-created resources that you can find on TPT and try in your classroom:
Interactive Phonics Activities
Use hands-on activities such as sorting, matching, or building words with manipulatives to help students recognize phonics patterns and learn word families.
Word Hunts
Encourage students to find specific words either in a text or around the classroom to help reinforce sight word recognition.
Reader's Theater
Bring short stories, books, poems, or plays you’re reading in class to life by assigning roles to students and having them act out scenes. This can help enhance fluency and comprehension.
Interactive Read-Alouds
Engage the class by pausing during read-alouds to discuss the story’s theme, reflect on a character’s motivations or actions, or to ask students questions.
Comparative Analysis
Explore different adaptations of the same story (book versus movie, classic version versus a modern retelling) to encourage analysis of interpretation and presentation. You can also pair texts that are similar in theme, like poems and songs.
By incorporating these (and other!) reading activities into your lesson plans, you can nurture a love for reading while enhancing comprehension, critical thinking, and communication skills.
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Students learn best when they're engaged! Sprinkle a little fun into your reading lessons by using manipulatives, pairing unusual texts like poems and short films together, or doing an escape room activity.
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