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Free high school english language arts lectures
Black Out Poetry, Fun Poetry Activity, Blackout Poem Lecture Slides, FREE
Use this visually dynamic tool to get students excited about poetry. No, really, my teens LOVE this blackout poetry creative writing activity. View the 10-slide overview lecture (includes both Prezi Next and Google Slides versions) and imagine all of the possibilities your students could create.All you’ll need to fill an entire class session is the slide deck, dark markers or crayons, and a few newspaper pages or photocopies of a few pages from any novel you’re currently teaching.This item is pa
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7th - 10th
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How to Write an Introductory Paragraph, FREE Slides + Handout, Model Intro.
These mini-lecture slides were designed to help middle school and high school students learn to write strong introductory paragraphs for literary analysis, argument, and research essays. This product includes PDF slides that can be projected as you lead a short lecture on a simple four-step formula to create a smooth, powerful launch to an essay. The download also includes a student reference page designed to be used as an assignment/practice round.If you’d like to view a sample of how I present
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7th - 10th
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How to Write a Conclusion Paragraph, FREE Slides + Handout, Model Conclusions
Three-Step Essay Conclusion Paragraph FormatThese mini-lecture slides were designed to help middle school and high school students learn to write strong conclusion paragraphs for literary analysis, argument, and research essays. This product includes PDF slides that can be projected as you lead a short lecture on a simple three-step formula to create a smooth, powerful conclusion to an essay. The download also includes a student handout designed to be used as a reference tool.If you’d like to vi
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7th - 10th
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Essay Writing Support, Improve Literary Analysis Essays, FREE Slides/Handout
These lecture slides were designed to help middle school and high school students improve the quality of their writing voices when building literary analysis essays. This product includes PDF slides that can be projected as you lead a short lecture on 11 words that rob the power from students’ writing voices. The download also includes a student handout with suggested answer key to be used as an assignment/practice round.If you’d like to view a sample of how I present these slides to my classes,
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8th - 11th
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To Kill a Mockingbird Pre-Reading Historical Background PP
This is a 76 slide PP with cited facts and pictures about the Depression, the Dust Bowl, Post Civil War, Jim Crow Era, and Civil Rights Era information. Excellent as a pre-reading source to give students the necessary background before reading the novel To Kill a Mockingbird. It has a lot of visuals, with information regarding each, so it is appropriate for review, regular, honors, and GT levels. I also have music from the time period that goes with the PP- please message me if you would like
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9th - 12th
The Great Gatsby SLIDESHOW: Over 40 Slides on Fitzgerald & the Roaring Twenties
NEW IN 2020: Rigorous! Engaging! Thought-provoking! This EDITABLE slideshow will kindle a fascination with Fitzgerald's novel before your students even crack the cover of The Great Gatsby. Open your unit on Fitzgerald's masterpiece with this powerful 41-slide PowerPoint SLIDESHOW presentation on the life of F. Scott Fitzgerald's and the culture of 1920s America called "The Road to Gatsby: A Slideshow on F. Scott Fitzgerald and the Roaring Twenties." While this slideshow can be downloaded for f
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Mary Shelley's Frankenstein: Thematic Introduction (Pre-Reading Handout)
This four-page handout introduces students to the themes which are most prominent in Mary Shelley's literary masterpiece, Frankenstein (1818). By having your students read and discuss this thematic introduction together, you will have them captivated by the complex questions invoked by Frankenstein before they open the novel's cover.Mary Shelley's Frankenstein asks a series of profound questions about human nature. Are human beings inherently benevolent or malevolent? Are humans better off when
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9th - 12th, Higher Education
Plot Chart Graphic Organizer and Elements of Plot Presentation
Students will use the plot chart graphic organizer to identify and comprehend the elements of plot. This can be used with short stories or novels.This plot chart is a key part of my language arts instruction and is used with every story and novel I teach! I begin with direct instruction and move into guided and independent work. It is a great way to teach students to identify the elements of plot as well as increase their comprehension of the story. Use the Elements of Plot Keynote Presenta
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6th - 9th
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Brainstorming Organizers, FREE Handouts & Examples to Help Teen Writers, CCSS
These four brainstorm organizers will help middle school and high school writers learn to gather their ideas and research before writing. I’ve included not only blank handouts for you to use with your students, but also four examples of completed organizers to use as models. All of the pages can be printed as handouts or projected for use on a white board. The four brainstorming organizers with completed samples/models include:Bubble clusterSpider diagramFormal outlineColumnsWant to learn more a
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6th - 12th
Classroom Expectation Memes for High School
Do you ever feel like you're killing your students with boredom during those first few days of high school instruction? Classroom expectations and procedures are so important for setting the tone of your class; make sure you're not only clear in your expectations, but that you set your class a part from others. With these classroom expectation memes you'll add a cheeky twist to the otherwise monotonous procedural rules. Send your students home talking about your class on the first day of school.
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8th - 12th
Dystopian Literature Introduction Slideshow: Teach Dystopian Genre, Themes, More
Need an engaging way to introduce dystopian literature to your students? This dystopian literature slideshow is perfect for introducing them to the themes, elements, and characteristics that are common in dystopian texts, whether novels or short stories. It also makes connections to books they already love like The Hunger Games, The Maze Runner, Divergent, and more. The beautifully designed slide deck walks them through the difference between a utopia and a dystopia, popular dystopian novels, an
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8th - 11th
Primary and Secondary Sources (PowerPoint Presentation and Game)
This product contains a thorough PowerPoint Presentation on Primary and Secondary Sources. This presentation consists of nine slides and covers what primary and secondary sources are, as well as examples of primary and secondary sources.
There are also directions to a Primary and Secondary Source Game. It lists the objective, rules, and a few special notes. In addition to the instructions, there is a sheet with a list of sources that have already been identified as primary or secondary. Alt
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9th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Ethos, pathos, and logos analysis and application activity for Public Speaking
Have your students speaking confidently and with conviction after using this resource to teach them the rhetorical devices of Ethos, Pathos, and Logos. Self guided graphic organizer and guided notes are included. Once they have mastered the skills of differentiating Ethos, Pathos, and Logos, move on to applying their new knowledge and identifying the rhetorical devices while analyzing your chosen TED Talks. Download includes:1. Lecture slide deck on Ethos, Pathos, and Logos. 2. Student graphic
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7th - 12th
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Also included in: COMPLETE UNIT - Introduction to Public Speaking (digital learning ready)
Creative Writing Workshop Lesson 1: Introduction to Storytelling
Hi! I'm Livia Blackburne, author of the NY Times bestselling young adult novel Midnight Thief. In July of 2015, I ran a week long creative writing camp for middle and high school students. We had a ton of fun, and the students wrote some great short stories and novellas! After the camp, I revised my materials and expanded them for other teachers to use.
Lesson one is a bird's eye view of storytelling. Why do we tell stories in the first place? What makes a good story? How do you become a bet
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7th - 10th
Also included in: Creative Writing Workshop Complete Bundle
Oral Presentation Rubric
This rubric can be used for any oral presentation. It can be used for a formal evaluation or as a way to track and show progress of a student. The rubric includes points for the actual oral part of a presentation as well as points for the visual aid used.
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Characters of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet PowerPoint
An easy-to-understand PowerPoint with notes about each character of Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Character Notes include important actions and character traits of each character. Can be used as an introduction, summary, review, etc. Basic structure for easy readability.
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7th - 12th
Introduction to Frankenstein PowerPoint
This PowerPoint is an introduction to Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, it tells Shelley's biography and inspiration as well as genre information.
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10th - 12th
How to Write an Introduction Paragraph
These slides offer a simple introduction to writing introductions for a literary analysis essay. They are simple enough for middle schoolers but we also serve as a helpful refresher for high schoolers. Students will learn how to write a hook, a TAG (title, author, genre), and a thesis.
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6th - 12th
Beowulf and Introduction to the Anglo Saxons | Slides + Guided Notes
I know I'm known for all things Gen Z and Engagement, but man, I love ELA content. Specifically British Literature. This resource is a Google Slide presentation with 15 slides + guided notes. Each slide has an audio recording of me explaining each detail to students, + notes and slides have matching numbers to make sure nobody gets lost in the sauce. I am so excited to share this with you, it's my baby. Much more Beowulf + ELA stuff to come!
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11th - 12th, Higher Education
Customer Service Lecture Slides Freebie -Special Education High School
*****Interested in teaching about Customer Service? Buy the BUNDLE and save! This is included as well as over 350 pages of Customer Service curriculum materials!*****This is a teaser for the full unit on Customer Service. It can easily be used to discuss some of the major topics of the unit! DIRECTIONS:1. Sign in to your Google account.2. Download this product. A link will be provided.3. You will be prompted to "Make a copy" of the document.INCLUDED in this Unit:- "Talk with a Partner" Opening A
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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"The Lottery" English Composition Lesson Plan: The Hunger Games, Symbolism, Mood
This lesson plan, originally designed for community college students, includes a thoughtful discussion of Shirley Jackson's short story "The Lottery," and encourages students to compare it to The Hunger Games franchise. Symbolism, atmosphere, literary terminology, and secondary sources are also discussed, and a Responsive Writing Exercise is provided.
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10th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Rules of the Comma Powerpoint Presentation (with bouncing comma)
Powerpoint presentation that contains comma rules with examples and practice sentences. Space between animation time allows for students to practice the comma rules before the correct answers are revealed. Perfect for use with a SmartBoard.
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5th - 9th
Brown v the Board of Education and the Little Rock Nine
Hook students on the topic of the day by asking them to analyze the images found on envelopes! Students will collect facts about the Supreme Court ruling Brown v. Board of Education and the crisis at Little Rock’s Central High School by analyzing two first day covers (envelopes with commemorative stamps, appropriate postmark and artwork) By using the teacher provided questions and quotes from the events students will understand how the events are tied together. Students will also see that non vi
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5th - 12th
Connotation & Denotation Power Point Presentation
One of the first mini lessons I teach my 9th grade scholars at the beginning of the academic year before I introduce the first set of 5000 SAT Vocabulary Every College-Bound Student Should Know is the Denotation and Connotation mini lesson.
Granted, this is a skill my scholars should have acquired well before they have entered my grade level. Therefore, I have included this mini lesson in my battery of diagnostics administered to start the semester.
I recommend you download the Denotation and
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6th - 12th
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Importance of learning English language arts
English language arts (ELA) concepts — reading, writing, listening, and speaking — empower students to become effective communicators, critical thinkers, and lifelong learners. They are the foundation for all other types of learning as students must rely on ELA skills to master content from other subject areas and communicate what they’ve learned.
Strong reading skills can help students make sense of written content, and gather information for further analysis. Writing skills can help students articulate their ideas, construct arguments, and synthesize information. And speaking and listening skills empower students to clearly present their ideas, participate in group discussions, and collaborate with their classmates. This is why teaching English language arts is critically important for student’s success in school and beyond.
Benefits of learning English language arts
Learning English language arts offers many benefits to students both in school and beyond. It helps students:
- Develop effective communication skills
- Build critical thinking and analytical skills
- Nurture their creativity and imagination
By ensuring that students have a solid foundation in English language arts, teachers can help set them up for future success.
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On TPT, English language arts resources come in various forms: from interactive notebooks and task cards to small-group activities and individual worksheets. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of ELA concepts, or to reteach a tricky concept. By incorporating ELA resources from TPT into your teaching toolbox, you can create an engaging learning experience that strengthens students’ understanding of ELA concepts.
If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable and digital English language arts worksheets, TPT has an extensive collection of resources across topics and grade levels. No matter what ELA topic your students are working on — whether you’re teaching the parts of speech to 1st graders or argumentative essay writing to 10th graders — TPT has instructional materials that are designed to help with any ELA learning need. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning ELA will be so much easier.
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Students learn best when they're engaged! Sprinkle a little fun into your English Language Arts lessons by using manipulatives, pairing unusual texts like poems and short films together, or doing an escape room activity.
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