Preschool writing-essays literature circles for homeschool

Unit Plans, Literature Circles

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Wonder Book Club Discussion Cards PRINT and DIGITAL

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Amazing Materials for You by Amy Dickson

UPDATED 3/15/20 to include a digital version.I have used these Common Core (CCSS) aligned discussion and constructed response questions for Wonder by R.J. Palacio successfully for several years with fifth graders. I decided to make cards for a couple of reasons:1. I made them to save paper. Once you print and laminate these, you can use them for many years in either a literacy center or in small group instruction.2. I wanted to make them aesthetically more appealing and colorful.The set contains

Subjects:

Literature Circles, Task Cards

Grades:

5th - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.5.1

, RL.5.2

, RL.5.3

, RL.5.4

, RL.5.6

...

Also included in: Realistic Fiction Book Club Novel Study Pack - Hoot Wonder Just Juice The Jacket

TANGERINE by Edward Bloor Literature Guide

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Tween Spirit

Tangerine is a high-interest novel for middle grades girls and boys alike! This novel study is not your run-of-the-mill vocab and questions packet! Students will read each of the 3 parts of the book and have one page of activities to complete after each part. This is a comprehensive novel study, but does not take away the enjoyment of reading this great book! Included is one page of Pre-Reading activities, one page which follows Part 1, one page which follows Part 2, one page which follows P

Subjects:

Unit Plans, Literature Circles

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Class Dismissed by Allan Woodrow Literature Guide

Created by

Tween Spirit

Class Dismissed Novel Study Packet!Class Dismissed is a high-interest novel for 4th and 5th grade girls and boys alike! This novel study is not your run-of-the-mill vocab and questions packet! This novel study includes Pre-Reading, During Reading, and After Reading activities and can be tailored to fit the needs of your students. You can assign the entire packet, or pick and choose which activities best fit the needs of your class!Included in this product is 43 pages (DOES NOT INCLUDE ANSWER

Subjects:

Unit Plans, Literature Circles

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.4.1

, RL.4.2

, RL.4.3

, RL.4.4

, RL.4.6

...

Discussion Questions & Creative Writing Prompts for Korman's Masterminds

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A Nest in the Rocks

Motivate your students towards active, engaging discussion with these open-ended discussion questions to accompany Gordon Korman's middle-grade book Masterminds! This product contains:- three questions per chapter in an easy-to-use printable chart, along with suggestions for encouraging your students to participate in discussions. - these questions created as printable handouts for students, so that they can be used for homework, comprehension checks, essay prompts, or even as group preparati

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Oral Communication, Writing-Essays

Grades:

5th - 7th

Types:

Assessment, Printables, Literature Circles

CCSS:

RL.6.1

, RL.6.2

, RL.6.3

, W.6.1

, W.6.1a

...

Also included in: Gordon Korman ELA Resource Bundle I Print & Digital Versions

The Honest Truth by Dan Gemeinhart/CCSS Aligned Novel Study

Created by

The Zoo Librarian

I introduced this book with a book talk to my middle school readers, and I was shocked by the response. I didn't even get a chance to put the book down before kids were signing it out. It has been signed out of our classroom all year, and it is returned within days with exclamations such as, "That was the best book I ever read!" and "I can't believe that ending!" Want to learn more about Mt. Rainer, the tallest mountain in Washington State, and the only one that is still an active volcano, and t

Subjects:

Close Reading, English Language Arts, Writing-Essays

Grades:

5th - 9th

Types:

Printables, Literature Circles

Matilda Novel Study: vocabulary, comprehension, writing, skills [Roald Dahl]

Created by

Gay Miller

Are you looking for an all-in-one unit for Matilda by Roald Dahl? Look no further. This comprehensive printable unit includes vocabulary practice, comprehension quizzes/chapter questions, constructed response writing prompts, skill practice, and language arts lessons. Lessons are aligned to the Common Core Standards for grades 4-5.Check out both versions of Matilda Book Units to determine which fits your teaching style best. This is Version #2.Version #1: Matilda Digital + Printable Book Unit (T

Subjects:

Literature, Vocabulary, Writing-Essays

Grades:

4th - 5th

Types:

Games, Literature Circles, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

RL.3.1

, RL.3.2

, RL.3.3

, RL.3.4

, RL.3.5

...

Author's Style Writing Activities (Middle Grades)

Created by

Beth Hammett the Educator Helper

For Middle Grade Students, all writers have it, but do you know what style is and how to recognize it? This 15 page presentation for will help students understand and analyze their own writing styles, as well as other authors' styles. Easy to follow format will have students analyzing style in no time! Includes: Checklist for Authors Handout Definitions for Author's Style . Examples of Classic Literature and Fairy Tale to Analyze How to Find Author's Style in Writing Extra Style Analysis Activ

Subjects:

Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Writing-Essays

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

English Language Arts, Literature, Writing-Essays

Life of Pi: A Complete Novel Study

Created by

Wanda Liski

Life of Pi novel Study is 67 pages in length and packed with printable assignments including: comprehension questions, visual interpretations, vocabulary and crosswords, character webs, motif, and more. Below is a comprehensive list of all assignments and handouts included in the novel study: Printable Assignments: 1. Comprehension Questions: Chapters 1-8 2. Comprehension Questions: Chapters 9-16 3. Comprehension Questions: Chapters 17-24 4. Comprehension Questions: Chapters 25-36

Subjects:

Grades:

8th - 12th, Adult Education

Types:

Literature Circles, Lesson

Second Grade Persuasive Writing Anchor Charts (Lucy Calkins Inspired)

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We can change minds with words! In this unit, students will learn how to write essays to change their audience’s mind. They will learn to state the purpose or opinion, give smart reasons and offer solutions and a conclusion. These charts are aligned to the National Common Core Standards and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. Choose from 12 colorful anchor charts for your second grade class. The charts are differentiated for English-language learners, at-risk students and students with special

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd

Types:

Homeschooling Dietitian Mom

Novel Study Literature Circle - Wings of Fire Dragons

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Novel Study Literature Circle - Wings of Fire DragonsA Dragon Book Series with Christian Values!If you have kids who love dragons, but you are frustrated by the lack of dragon books with Biblical values. If your kids hate to read.If you wish you could incorporate a series into your homeschool day that not only meets curriculum requirements but can be used for multiple subjects. If you want your kids to read more books with a message that is compatible with the Bible, then this is it!This novel

Subjects:

Printables, Literature Circles

Grades:

3rd - 12th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.3.3

, RL.3.4

, RL.3.5

, RL.3.6

, RL.3.7

...

Also included in: Mega Bundle - Dragons - Social Studies - Fact and Opinion

First Grade Persuasive Writing Anchor Charts (Lucy Calkins Inspired)

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We can change minds with words! In this unit, students will learn how to write essays to change their audience’s mind. They will learn to state the purpose or opinion, give smart reasons and offer solutions and a conclusion. These charts are aligned to the National Common Core Standards and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills. Choose from 12 colorful anchor charts for your first grade class. The charts are differentiated for English-language learners, at-risk students and students with special

Subjects:

Grades:

1st

Types:

50 End Procasination Journal Prompts

Created by

Future Geniuses Primary

Are you ready to take control of your time and achieve your goals? Our innovative solution offers 50 creative prompts designed to boost your productivity and personal growth. Measuring 8.5 x 11 inches, this journal provides ample space for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and aspirations on 54 beautifully designed pages. What’s Inside: Cover Page: Welcome to Your Journey of Ending Procasination Introduction How to Use Page “This Book Belongs To” Page: Make It Yours-KDP ApprovedFeatures &a

Subjects:

Bibliographies, Professional Documents, Literature Circles

Grades:

2nd - 11th, Staff

Types:

Danny, the Champion of the World Book Club Discussion Cards PRINT and DIGITAL

Created by

Amazing Materials for You by Amy Dickson

I have used these Common Core (CCSS) aligned discussion and constructed response questions for Danny, the Champion of the World by Roald Dahl successfully for several years with fifth graders. I decided to make cards for a couple of reasons:1. I made them to save paper. Once you print and laminate these, you can use them for many years in either a literacy center or in small group instruction.2. I wanted to make them aesthetically more appealing and colorful.The set contains 20 discussion questi

Subjects:

Literature Circles, Task Cards

Grades:

4th - 7th

Types:

CCSS:

RL.5.1

, RL.5.2

, RL.5.3

, RL.5.4

, RL.5.6

...

Authors' Styles and Types of Sentences Writing Activities (Upper Levels)

Created by

Beth Hammett the Educator Helper

2 PowerPoints in one: Author's Style and Types of SentencesUpper level, 31 page lesson on Authors' Style and Types of Sentences that focuses on how and why writers' styles changed over the years, introduces the use of author's style in students' essays, and reviews the four kinds of sentences: Basic, Compound, Complex, Compound-Complex. It includes:Simple explanations for author's style & types of sentencesColor coded examplesPeer workshopping activitiesExtra individual/group/class activitie

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays

Grades:

9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

Types:

Literature Circles, Lesson

May Writing Prompts - May Themed Writing Prompt Journal - Differentiated Pages

Created by

First Tries and Sunny Skies

31 different writing prompts, each on four differentiated formats. That's 120 pages of writing fun related to May themes! The differentiated versions enable you to use the same prompt with your whole class while meeting the various needs of your writers. Differentiated versions include: → Beginner - Handwriting lines and room for pictures. → Developing - Handwriting lines with no picture space → Proficient - Regular lines that are slightly closer together with room for pictures. → Advanced - Re

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

K - 3rd

Types:

Worksheets, Homework, Literature Circles

CCSS:

W.K.1

, W.K.2

, W.K.3

, W.1.1

, W.1.2

...

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Novel Study Unit

Created by

Suzanne's Classroom

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas is a must-read for those seeking to understand the Holocaust under the German Nazi regime and leadership of Adolf Hitler, the Fuhrer, or “Leader.” The story is not one to “lay out the facts”; rather it is a story told by an innocent German boy who knew nothing of the horrors and cruelty taking place around him. Those unfamiliar with the Holocaust may not understand what is going on and may not be able to make connections. . . . like innocent Bruno who could not eve

Subjects:

Literature, Social Studies - History, Writing-Essays

Grades:

6th - 12th, Adult Education

Types:

Printables, Literature Circles

Also included in: BUNDLE! The Boy in the Striped Pajamas Novel Study and Background PPT

Grades K-2 Persuasive Essay Writing Exemplars (Lucy Calkins Inspired)

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Here are the exemplars for kindergarten, first grade, and second grade persuasive essay writing workshop. Use the exemplar written by the teacher to show students (whole class or small group) clear writing expectations and use it to model each craft/examples with your mini-lesson. A must for ELL students, students with special needs and your lower level writers. You could also use them in a small group to support your lower writers, model for your mid-level writers, or challenge your higher leve

Subjects:

Grades:

K - 2nd

Types:

Grades K-2 Persuasive Essay Writing Plan Sheet (Lucy Calkins Inspired)

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We can change minds with words! In this unit, students will learn how to write essays to change their audience’s mind. They will learn to state the purpose or opinion, give smart reasons and offer solutions and a conclusion. Students will organize their thoughts with opinion and reasons on plan sheets. Students can sketch or write 1-3 reasons to support their opinion depending on their grade or writing level. Great for ELL and students with special needs too. You could also use it for small gr

Subjects:

Graphic Organizers, Literature Circles, Centers

Grades:

K - 2nd

Types:

Wonderstruck Section 6 Louisiana Guidebooks 2.0 Lesson Slideshow & Student Notes

Created by

Scholarly Cat

Planning will be lightning fast and fabulous! Save time by using these digital products.This digital packet follows the 5th Grade Louisiana Guidebooks 2.0 curriculum. (Wonderstruck Section 6: 4 Lessons) or can be used independently from the curriculum.Book Needed: In these lessons, students will complete a culminating essay after reading all of the book Wonderstruck. What's Included in this Packet: Lesson Slideshow with 34 slides & 4 Student Digital Notes Pages for all four lessons.Slideshow

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Writing-Essays

Grades:

4th - 6th

Types:

Literature Circles, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.5.1

, RL.5.2

, RL.5.3

, RL.5.4

, RL.5.5

...

Second Grade Persuasive Essay Writing Exemplar (Lucy Calkins Inspired)

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Here is the exemplar for second grade persuasive essay writing workshop. Use the exemplar written by the teacher to show students (whole class or small group) clear writing expectations and use it to model each craft/examples with your mini-lesson. A must for ELL students, students with special needs and your lower level writers. The exemplar is aligned with the Common Core State Standards and TEKS on skills and elements of persuasive writing. Follow the instruction and kick off persuasive writi

Subjects:

Grades:

2nd

Types: