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8th grade writing-essays rubrics for Easel Activities
Personal Narrative Writing Unit | Brainstorm Graphic Organizer Checklist Rubric
Personal Narrative Unit | Brainstorming, Graphic Organizers, Templates, Checklist, Rubric with PowerPoint & Google Slides for Narrative Writing Unit BundleTeaching the Personal Narrative Unit is easy, fun, engaging, and NO PREP with this Personal Narrative Complete Unit Bundle for your middle school classroom. Start with the narrative writing steps in the PowerPoint or Google Slides. Students will learn how to brainstorm personal narrative writing with guided graphic organizers and templates
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7th - 10th
Step-by-Step MLA Research Paper Writing Organizer
Writing a research paper for the first time--or even the hundredth time!-- can be intimidating. This writing organizer aims to make the research paper writing process as simple as possible by guiding students through their research based on essential questions, organize their sources, and analyze their research in order to draw their own conclusions.This comprehensive writing organizer includesA cover page to write down research questions and sourcesNote-taking page with source indicatorsParagra
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3rd - 8th
Student Choice Biography Research Project — Secondary ELA — CCSS Rubric
Do you want to teach your students the format of a short biography? This no-prep biography research project guides students through the research and reporting on a significant figure of their choice! It will shepherd student learning from the selection and planning process to the creation of a polished essay using thoughtfully scaffolded and tested activities. Designed as a weeks-long research unit, this product includes (See PREVIEW):The Basics of MLA Style PowerPoint presentation to assist wit
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6th - 10th
Expository Essay Rubric also for Explanatory & Informative Writing w/ Google
Use this common core aligned essay rubric to guide students through the objective writing standards for expository, explanatory and informative writing. This resource includes two different rubrics. The first is traditional with five categories: Introduction, Body Paragraphs, Conclusion, Ideas/Content, and Conventions/Word Choice. The second rubric is designed for expedited grading with boxes to check for areas of growth. When I used the expedited rubric in my own classroom, I averaged 3-5 minut
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8th - 11th
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End-of-the-Year Reflection Essay — Time Capsule, Writing, CCSS Rubric
Conclude the school year by giving students the opportunity to reflect on their experience in your class. Designed to work in any classroom grades 5-12, these scaffolded activities allow your students to remember and reflect on what they have learned while also providing them a final opportunity to hone their expository essay writing skills. Ideal for a final-week assignment or a multiple-day final exam, your purchase includes (See PREVIEW):A reflection essay assignment sheet with essay rational
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5th - 12th
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Persuasive Writing Rubric for Essays or Letters, High School Essay Writing
Use this common core aligned persuasive writing rubric (scoring guide) to guide students through the objective writing standards for persuasive writing! This rubric has seven categories: Introduction/Appeal & Position Statement, Body Paragraphs & Supporting Detail, Conclusion/Call to Action, Persuasive Devices, Conventions, Citations & Works Cited Page, and Sending the Letter. Includes a version in Google Drive. WAIT!!! This is included in my Persuasive Writing Unit with 2.5 weeks of
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8th - 11th
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Science Fiction Writing Workshop – Secondary ELA – Genre Unit w/ CCSS Rubrics
Are you preparing to teach the elements of science fiction writing? This no-prep Science Fiction Writing Workshop is a comprehensive creative writing unit that will guide you and your students step-by-step through key science fiction concepts and the narrative writing process, facilitating the analysis, development, and creation of creative narratives in the genre of science fiction.This 25-page and 17-slide unit includes the following activities and assignments (See PREVIEW):A "Science Fiction
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7th - 12th
Argumentative Writing Essay Rubric and Peer Review FREE
FREE Argumentative essay writing rubric with feedback descriptors and peer review sheet. Blaze through grading your students' essays and give quality feedback simply by circling the descriptors that apply to your students' work. Descriptors cover the most common mistakes students make, and are easy for students to understand so that can use them to make improvements on their writing. This kit also includes a rubric without descriptors and a peer review sheet.RUBRIC/CHECKLIST INCLUDES:❤ Hook❤ Ba
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6th - 9th
Personal Hero Essay Project — Middle School ELA — Planning, Writing, CCSS Rubric
This 1-2 week personal hero essay project is an ideal opportunity to allow your students to learn about and share a personal hero while practicing their formal essay writing skills. Designed to work in any classroom grades 5-12, these scaffolded activities will guide your students through researching, interviewing, outlining, writing, and presenting about a meaningful person in their life. Ideal for a short, in-between larger units project, your purchase includes (See PREVIEW):A personal hero es
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5th - 8th
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Six Word Autobiography – A Short Memoir Assignment w/ CCSS Rubric
Teach your students about the importance of being succinct with this (very) short memoir assignment. Ideal for a “getting to know you” activity or a 1-2 day sub plan, your students will get to engage their creativity and artistry while simultaneously learning about key elements of autobiography writing and self-reflection.Included in your purchase:An assignment introduction sheet that includes project inspiration, assignment explanation, planning recommendations, writing reminders, links to help
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7th - 12th
Narrative Writing Rubric Editable and Common Core Personal Narrative High School
Use this common core aligned narrative writing rubric to guide students through the objective writing standards for narrative essay writing. This rubric has five categories: Introduction, Body Paragraphs, Conclusion, Ideas/Content & Word Choice, Conventions/Word Choice. Descriptions are detailed and specific with terminology directly from the Common Core standards – excellent for using as a teaching tool with your students! This editable resource also includes a revision checklist and a whol
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8th - 11th
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The American Civil War Research Paper Project — US History ELA — CCSS Rubric
Explore the renowned figures of the American Civil War with this comprehensive research guide. Challenge your students to delve into the lives and contributions of influential individuals who played pivotal roles during this historic conflict. This research guide provides a scaffolded approach, guiding students from initial planning to the creation of a polished essay.Empower your students to engage in in-depth research and expository writing as they investigate the profound impact of significan
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6th - 10th
Short Fantasy Story w/ Analysis Activities – Secondary ELA – CCSS Rubric
Looking for the perfect no-prep short fantasy genre mini-lesson? This complete fantasy story lesson with analysis activities is perfect for a 1-2 day reading activity or as an introduction to a broader fantasy writing unit on story-genre and creative writing. Richard Post’s “The Lost Room” will appropriately introduce the elements of allegory, theme, and character development to your students, and the included analysis questions and response essay assignment are designed to build strong analysis
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7th - 10th
Veterans' Day Themed Essay Writing, w Rubrics & Printables
The Veterans' Day Essay Writing bundle includes 6 different prompts. There are two prompts each for expository, persuasive and narrative essay writing. In addition to the prompts, there are instructions on using it as a demand or timed writing prompt (great for use with a Substitute teacher) as well as a planned essay writing assignment using the writing process. Rubrics included. This activity includes infinitely re-usable resources for both demand/ timed writing as well as the writing pro
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8th - 11th, Adult Education
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Also included in: A Year of Themed Essay Writing, Super Bundle w Rubrics & Printables
Theme Essay Workshop For Any Literary Work – ELA – Analysis, CCSS Rubric
Theme essays are one of the core types of literary analysis, as well as one of the most difficult to master. This workshop guides students from the development of a theme statement for any literary work to the completion of a polished 5-paragraph literary analysis theme essay.Included in your purchase (SEE PREVIEW):A PowerPoint presentation that takes students through the steps of creating their own theme thesis statementAn “Identifying Theme in a Literary Work” activity that includes a definiti
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7th - 12th, Staff
Leaders of Ancient Rome Research Paper Project — History ELA — CCSS Rubric
Introduce your students to the captivating world of ancient Rome with this comprehensive research guide. Students will have the opportunity to explore the significant figures and historical context of ancient Rome, gaining a deeper understanding of this influential civilization. The research guide is thoughtfully designed to shepherd students through the research process, from initial planning to the creation of a polished essay, using L-EA’s scaffolded activities.By studying the ancient Romans,
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7th - 10th
The Monkey's Paw Literary Essay (W.W. Jacobs)
Choice of two literary essays with rubric for use with the story “The Monkey’s Paw” by W.W. Jacobs. Students will examine the story for specific examples and provide analysis in response to the questions. Includes planning worksheet.This is a shorter essay, based on the length of the story. Great for younger grades or for older grades practicing regular writing of various lengths. Contents:Student printable with both essay topics and rubric. Ready to go!Planning worksheet for pre-writingAls
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8th - 11th, Adult Education
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Art History Lesson: Compare & Contrast Essay
Art History: Compare & Contrast Essay: This two page document includes a step-by-step process including: reading, interpreting, analyzing, researching, writing, proofreading, and editing. Additionally, this document includes a rubric to assist in the prewriting and revising process. This wonderful assignment is designed for Writing classes and Art classes. Great for Sub Plans! This is one of my best sellers! For more WRITING & ART lessons, visit Creativity in Motion
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Also included in: High School Art: SUB PLANS
Expository Essay Sub Plans Prompts — ELA — Print & Pass Independent Work — CCSS
Never prep a sub plan again!This series of short expository essay prompt assignments contains everything a teacher needs for 10 substitute-led class periods. Just print out the included sub note and the lesson handout (with included rubric) and you're done. Your substitute and your students will be able to take care of the rest!Best of all, your class will be practicing their essay writing skills when you can't even be there!Each of the 10 writing prompt worksheets contain the following (See PRE
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7th - 10th
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Georgia History Research Project — Secondary History ELA — CCSS Rubrics
Explore the rich history of Georgia with this comprehensive research guide. Task your students with delving into the life and contributions of a significant figure in the state's history and writing an essay that showcases their findings. This resource is designed to guide them through the research process, from planning to presentation, using carefully scaffolded activities.Engage your students in a deep dive into Georgia's past as they uncover the stories of influential individuals who shaped
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7th - 10th
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End-of-Middle-School Reflection Essay — Time Capsule, Writing, CCSS Rubric
Conclude the year giving your soon-to-be high school students the opportunity to reflect on their entire middle school experience with this straightforward and engaging essay assignment! Designed for any academic subject (or all!), these scaffolded activities allow your students to remember and reflect on what they have learned while also providing them an opportunity to hone their expository essay writing skills before setting off for their next academic challenge. Ideal for a final-week assign
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8th
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Pennsylvania History Research Project — Secondary History ELA — CCSS Rubrics
Explore the rich history of Pennsylvania with this comprehensive research guide. Task your students with delving into the life and contributions of a significant figure in the state's history and writing an essay that showcases their findings. This resource is designed to guide them through the research process, from planning to presentation, using carefully scaffolded activities.Engage your students in a deep dive into Pennsylvania's past as they uncover the stories of influential individuals w
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7th - 10th
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Animal Farm Writing Prompts Constructed Response CCSS Digital Activity
Let me make your life easier. Use these 10 constructed responses writing prompts to test your student's textual analysis of Animal Farm They include questions about: theme, characterization, text structure, plot, literary devices, conflict, and more. I've also included a handy rubric for easy grading and a brainstorming sheet. ***I've just added a novel Twitter excercise that allows students to collect textual evidence on various topics before responding to the prompts.
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6th - 10th
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September 11 (9/11) Themed Essay Writing, w Rubrics & Printables
The September 11th (9/11) Essay Writing bundle includes 6 different prompts. There are two prompts each for expository, persuasive and narrative essay writing. In addition to the prompts, there are instructions on using it as a demand or timed writing prompt (great for use with a Substitute teacher) as well as a planned essay writing assignment using the writing process. Rubrics included. This activity includes infinitely re-usable resources for both demand/ timed writing as well as the wri
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8th - 11th, Adult Education
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Also included in: A Year of Themed Essay Writing, Super Bundle w Rubrics & Printables
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