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Middle school english language arts outlines for Microsoft OneDrive
Writing Poetry Unit: Fun Poetry Activities - Paint Chip, Blackout, + 12 more!
Teaching poetry doesn't have to be intimidating. In fact, it can (and should be!) really fun! With this writing poetry unit, you'll have 14 fun and creative poetry activities that you can use as stand-alone prompts or pair with ANY text.Oftentimes, creative writing prompts like poetry get cut due to testing and time constraints. But what if I told you that you don't have to choose between creative activities and your set curriculum? With the help of this poetry unit, you can have both!These poet
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5th - 12th
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Lord of the Flies Unit Plan: Fun Activities, Editable Lesson Plans, Mask, Test
Lord of the Flies by William Golding offers unique insight into human nature, the dangers of unchecked power, and the consequences of a failing society. With this Lord of the Flies Unit Plan, you’ll be able to dig deep into these dark themes while preparing students for a more hopeful future. From Steven King to Suzanne Collins, Lord of the Flies has inspired readers through the ages to explore the ugliness of human nature within the safe pages of a book. In turn, readers use these lessons and i
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8th - 12th
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Write a Scary Story: Creative Writing Notebook Activities Print and Digital
Your students will love writing their own scary stories with this print and digital notebook. This resource guides them step-by-step through setting up the plot, characters, setting, and theme. The end result is a creative writing project your students will feel successful about.Students usually get bogged down by a creative writing assignment -- but this resource breaks all the elements of a good story down into manageable pieces. You're students will know exactly what they want to write -- b
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4th - 8th
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Also included in: Writing Activities for the Whole Year Digital Bundle
REFUGEE by Alan Gratz - Novel Study Unit - Print & DIGITAL
REFUGEE - This Refugee Novel Unit will instantly engage your students with thought-provoking, standards-based learning activities. Now includes both a print and digital version! Students will enjoy analyzing the text, discussing important ideas, and acquiring new vocabulary as they read Alan Gratz’s gripping novel!The DIGITAL version offers colorful, beautifully-designed slides that allow students to type their responses into text boxes. Test and all quizzes are accessed with links to Google Fo
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6th - 9th
Paragraph Outlining Color Coding Writing a Single Paragraph Prewriting Outline
Do your students struggle to understand the basic structure of a paragraph? This Paragraph Color Coding and Outlining Packet can help! This print and digital unit will allow you to directly teach your students the organization of a paragraph and help them create better outlines. This paperless and print packet is a nice addition to any writing program and can be used successfully in any classroom. I can't say enough about how much I love teaching basic paragraph writing using the explicit writin
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3rd - 6th
Writing Graphic Organizers | Print & Digital Worksheets Google Slides Activities
These writing organizers are just what you need to help students organize their writing. This resource includes 16 ready-to-use Writing Organizers in both printable and digital formats. These pages are great for prewriting activities, and for students to organize their thoughts and ideas before they begin writing. These pages were designed with upper elementary students in mind, but would also work well for primary or secondary students. Writing Organizers Included:Informative WritingOpinion
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3rd - 6th
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ELA Pacing Guide Curriculum Map Editable and Digital Scope Sequence 6th 7th 8th
This resource includes an editable PowerPoint and digital Google slides ELA pacing guide, curriculum map, and scope and sequence for the entire school year for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. This editable pacing guide, curriculum map, and long-term guide have everything you need to create your own. Use these PowerPoint or Google slides to create pacing guides and curriculum maps for your middle school ELA school years. Use my done-for-you version as a guide, or type right over my curriculum plans. For
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6th - 8th
Would You Rather Prompts - Digital and Printable Activities - Writing
It seems like every conversation I overhear my students having starts with, “Would you rather...”! I remember having the same conversations with my friends when I was in school!! So, why not use conversations that students are already having and apply them to critical thinking, opinion writing, and collaborative discussions!!This resource includes 16 Would You Rather prompts and comes in two formats: DIGITAL and PRINTABLE!! Editable versions of each are also included!These activities can be used
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2nd - 6th
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5-Paragraph Essay Lesson with PowerPoint, Graphic Organizers, and Anchor Charts
Teach your students how to write a 5-paragraph essay that has an introduction, 3 body paragraphs, and a conclusion by using my in-depth PowerPoint and differentiated graphic organizers. A PowerPoint companion handout is included so that students can follow along and take notes while you progress through the PowerPoint.Anchor Charts/Vocabulary posters are also included. These can be hung in your room so that students can refer to them anytime they are working on an opinion or informative essay. O
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3rd - 6th
Middle/High School Informal Language Screener
Throughout the school year I obtain new admissions to my caseload. At times, it can be hard to gage my student's ability levels just from reading their IEP. I have developed an informal screener that hits upon the areas that I feel I would like to see whether my students have mastered or if it's an area where more support is needed.
The following comprehensive screener includes sections on:
1. Informal Oral Peripheral Exam Checklist
2. Brief Artic, Fluency, and Voice Checklist
3. Spontaneous
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Staff
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Digital Word Work to Use with Google Slides | Spelling & Vocabulary Activities
These digital spelling and vocabulary activities are perfect for students to use with any spelling or vocabulary list. These 18 ready-to-use pages were designed to be used with Google Slides, but can also be downloaded to use with PowerPoint. Assign these pages in Google Classroom or through Google Drive to help students learn and practice their spelling and vocabulary words. Students can complete these pages independently, in pairs, or in small groups. Text boxes have been added to make it easy
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3rd - 6th
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End of The Year Activities - Last Week of the Year DIGITAL Resource
End of The Year Activities - Digital Version - Looking for something different to do at the end of the school year? This package includes 18 different activities for you and your students to complete as you near the last few days of school. Includes 33 Google Slides™ for the students to work directly on their laptops, tablets, or phones! Activities can be easily differentiated for varying grades and abilities! Great for those challenging days at the end of the year!INCLUDES:My Year in a Nuts
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6th - 9th
Public Speaking Unit Impromptu, How-To, Narrative, Informative, and More
Teaching a speech unit or public speaking course can be complex because so many aspects go into making a successful speech lesson. This file has a variety of tools to engage students as they grow as public speakers. It contains every public speaking activity in my store, plus many more speech activities. I also have a detailed (week by week) outline of how I run a public speaking class. NOTE: An eighteen-week (complete semester) outline for everything in this public speaking bundle is in the pre
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7th - 11th
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Literary Analysis Elements Activities using Pixar Shorts Videos or Commercials
Your students are going to love these literary analysis lessons. Add Pixar Shorts, commercials, or cartoon clips and you're ready to teach literary elements. Fun way to engage students as they analyze character, plot, setting, theme, and conflict (coming soon). Then, transfer them to more complex texts like short stories and novels. Your students will love practicing analysis skills with these easy-to-use digital or print lessons! The perfect way for students to truly understand literary el
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5th - 8th
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Opinion Writing Graphic Organizers and Paragraph Organizer with Checklist
I created these scaffolded organizers to use with my students who were struggling with organizing opinion writing for the 5th grade ReadyGen program tasks, however they can be used with any students who need help planning and organizing opinion writing using text evidence as support. The organizers are PDFs and then I have also included an editable opinion writing checklist in Microsoft Excel** Update 1/20/16 as per request I have included editable power point slides of the PDF however, if you d
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3rd - 6th
Informational/Research Writing Graphic Organizers Bundle!
Buying this bundle will give you three versions of graphic organizers to help guide your students through writing 5 paragraph essays. It also includes an outline for writing a single paragraph for our developing writers + to reinforce paragraph writing fundamentals.The first version is a simple 5 paragraph outline with reminders to skip a line and indent- perfect for starting your kiddos out and giving them the foundation of organizing a 5 paragraph writing/research piece. The next two versions
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2nd - 9th
Lamb to the Slaughter by Roald Dahl Text Set: ELA Theme, Characterization, Plot
Engage students with the classic yet twisted short story Lamb to the Slaughter by Roald Dahl paired with lesser known but equally surprising poem by the same author.With this Roald Dahl text set, students will read his version of Little Red Riding Hood and compare it to Lamb to the Slaughter. Viewed through a gender lens, Roald Dahl is a master at portraying female characters as a powerful element of surprise. These two Dahl texts paired with informational texts and a story element review create
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8th - 12th
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Reading Graphic Organizers | Fiction Reading Response | Print & Digital Slides
Graphic organizers are an important tool for helping students to organize their thoughts and ideas, and increase their comprehension. These printable and digital graphic organizers are perfect for students to use to respond to any fiction or literature text. This resource includes 18 ready-to-use pages. Print on paper or download to use with student devices. Skills Included:Write a SummaryCharacter TraitsStory SettingMaking a PredictionDrawing InferencesAsking QuestionsStory SequenceStory Elemen
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3rd - 6th
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Analyze Bias Evaluate Websites Fact Check Wikipedia Research Skills Bundle
Print & digital versions! You'll have everything you need to teach the essentials of digital literacy and research skills with this bundled product. Sharpen students' critical thinking skills by engaging them in interesting, real-life learning tasks. Here's what teachers are saying about my Digital Literacy resources:"I think this may be the most thorough and well done resource I have ever purchased on here. THANK YOU. You're attention to detail and thoroughness have made my day so much si
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5th - 10th
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Argumentative Essay - DIGITAL Version - Argument Writing
Argument writing will be motivating with this step-by-step DIGITAL resource compatible with Google Drive or Microsoft OneDrive. The slides are designed to lead your students with models and supports through the entire process! Easy-to-follow writing templates guide students in drafting all five paragraphs. Students can self-pace all the way through with the clear directions and prompts. Includes a mentor text to model strong writing. Perfect for the 1:1 classroom! Standards-aligned.A “No Counter
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Argumentative, Narrative, & Informative Writing DIGITAL VERSION Bundle
Out of the Dust - Novel Study Unit - Print & DIGITAL
This Out of the Dust Novel Study is sure to engage your students with meaningful, standards-aligned learning activities. Now includes a DIGITAL version! Get students thinking deeply, close reading, acquiring new vocabulary, and discussing meaningful ideas as they read Karen Hesse’s compelling novel. Section-by-Section Response Pages challenge students to dig into the text to explain and make inferences. Perfect for partner work or small groups! The pre-reading Web Search acquaints students with
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6th - 9th
Autumn Descriptive Writing - Show, Don't Tell - Season Writing - Fall Writing
Seasons are the perfect topic for descriptive writing! With strategies for using sensory language, this product is here to help young writers stretch their ability to paint a picture with words. What's included?4 revision strategies to take sentences from bland to exciting"Show vs Tell" practice"Stroll Through Autumn" activity - Students stroll to different posters around the room and record the details that they see, taste, smell, feel, and hear as if they were standing in the scene.descriptive
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3rd - 6th
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Also included in: Seasons Descriptive Writing - BUNDLE - Season Writing - Show, Don't Tell
Argumentative / Opinion Essay Graphic Organizer and Outline
This is great for grades that do argumentative or persuasive papers. This will help them sort their thoughts as they read the grade level articles and develop a well thought out essay. It transfers over to a five paragraph paper and I have seen tremendous results with it in my classroom. It can be turned into a self made graphic organizer so they can prepare themselves to be tested on this type of writing. It includes reasons, explaining reasons, evidence, explaining evidence, concluding paragra
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3rd - 12th
Also included in: Writing Graphic Organizer *BUNDLE* Informative and Argumentative
Paragraph Writing Frames (Text Structure Edition)
Paragraph Writing Frames are a wonderful resource to help support struggling writers. This pack includes 20 different writing frames to support all learners. There are four frames to choose from within each text structure (sequence, cause & effect, compare & contrast, problem & solution, and description.)What are paragraph frames?Paragraph frames are a perfect support for students who have difficulty writing strong paragraphs. Paragraph frames guide students by providing them wit
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2nd - 8th
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Also included in: Paragraph Writing Frames **Bundle**
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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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