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Free middle school literature research
Greek Mythology Research Assignment
In this research assignment students research different gods, goddesses, creatures and humans from Greek Mythology. I had my students work individually at home and I had them pick names from a hat. You can have them work in groups and do it in class using laptops if you wish. Some of my students prepared PowerPoint presentations, some made posters and others just made a speech.
I started teaching the epic poem The Odyssey to my high school students and I found out that most of them had very lit
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6th - 12th
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"The Outsiders" Pre-Reading Online Scavenger Hunt
Using a computer or other technology, students will research S.E. Hinton and the 1960's time period in order to prepare to read "The Outsiders." Two pages of questions that guide students through internet research.
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6th - 12th
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Shakespeare Scavenger Hunt
I love William Shakespeare. I love the language, the time-period he lived in, and the timeless themes that his plays have. I tend to teach a lot of Shakespeare. I like to do the Shakespeare Scavenger Hunt in my school’s library but you can do it in the computer lab as well. It’s just a basic series of questions about Shakespeare and his time-period. I like to have my students go to the library because it gives them a chance to move around. Doing a scavenger hunt like this is also more fun than j
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Dust Bowl and The Great Depression Web Quest to accompany Out of the Dust
I created this Web Quest about the Dust Bowl and the Great Depression to accompany Out of the Dust by Karen Hesse. This can be used independently of the novel as well, as this is a prereading research activity that doesn't yet work with the novel. There could be much more research done in terms of the Great Depression, but I mainly focused on how the two connected most.
Included in the .zip file editable .doc versions of the WebSearch and the KEY.
If you like this web quest, please do leave
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6th - 8th
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Black History Month WebQuest
The Black History WebQuest exposes students to African Americans who made an impact on our country and world. This is an easy activity that can drive the lesson or serve as a bell ringer.
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5th - 8th
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Extra Credit Writing Assignments for 5th Grade or higher ~FREEBIE~
There are 10 different writing assignments that I have created for 5th graders to complete.
Three of the assignments include 6-10 different prompts.
A few assignments link to an article or story from another website. Students are to just read the article. It does not infringe upon property rights of others.
If you purchase this item, please make sure that you have the latest version of Adobe before printing. Also, you may need to select “print as image” under the advanced settings on your prin
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5th - 8th
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Fever 1793 Pre-Reading Research Project
Fever 1793 This pre-reading group research project prepares students to enter the world of Philadelphia 1793. This research project also gives students background knowledge of yellow fever and how it affected the Philadelphia populace. This project has 4 different sets of questions for 3 different reading levels. This research project comes with the answers.
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6th - 10th
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Avengers Project Craft - STEM - PBL
If you would like to purchase the 100% EDITABLE version of this product, click here! Great for differentiation!Engage your students in project-based learning!Superheroes have been capturing the imaginations of people since the early 1930s. Superheroes are fictional characters who use superpowers to protect people and fight for good. Many, such as Superman and The Flash, are positive examples of how people can strive to improve the world around them. From Superman’s ability to fly to Thor’s abili
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5th - 10th
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Stargirl - Novel Study Project Craft - Star Girl - PBL
If you would like to purchase the 100% EDITABLE version of this product, click here! Great for differentiation!Engage your students in project-based learning!Since 2000, readers from around the world have been captivated by the realistic fiction novel, Stargirl, written by Jerry Spinelli. Whether it is the intriguing plot, the dynamic character development, or the unforgettable resolution, there is so much to love about this novel.For this project, students complete 12 activities related to Star
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4th - 8th
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Changing Injustices of Society Project for Night and The Holocaust
This project was created to answer the question "How do we, as individuals, change the injustices of society?" after studying Night by Elie Wiesel.
This is a multimedia project that requires the students to do research and present. It may be useful for purposes other than a follow-up to studying Night.
This file contains a page explaining the project, names for research, a page to help students organize their information and make sure they have all the necessary components, and the rubric.
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8th - 12th
Author Biography Poster Template for ANY AUTHOR - Great for Pre-Reading!
The Author Biography Poster Template is an educational resource that encourages middle school students to delve into the fascinating world of literary figures. Whether they’re studying classic authors, contemporary writers, or even penning their own stories, this template provides a creative canvas to showcase their research and insights.Key Features:Visual Appeal:Vibrant and eye-catching design elements capture students’ attention.Engaging layout with ample space for text, images, and artistic
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5th - 8th
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Antigone- Modern Day Resisters Project Guidelines and Rubric
Post-Reading Summative Assessment for Sophocles's drama Antigone.Students will research modern day resisters who embody the same characteristics as Antigone. Project offers a list of suggestions of modern day rebels, guidelines for creating a posterboard and writing a 2-3 minute speech. Grading rubric is included.Project can be cooperative or for individual work. Great alternative to writing a formal paper and incorporates visual learning strategies for students with learning disabilities.You mi
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8th - 12th
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Also included in: Antigone Bundle- Activities, Powerpoint, Test, and Assessments
But isn't my GPA the only thing that matters?
With all of the career and college readiness planning going on, many students fail to see how even in 5th and 6th grade, their decisions impact how they will do in the future. Furthermore, students think that ONLY GPA or an "A" on the report card is what matters, and they fail to look beyond. As a former admissions advisor for numerous universities in Wisconsin, I can attest that we really do look for the whole child. As a current 8th grade ELA teacher, I've been working on this with my stude
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5th - 12th
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Superhero Project - Interactive Fans - PBL
Superheroes have been capturing the imaginations of people since the early 1930s. Superheroes are fictional characters who use superpowers to protect people and fight for good. Many, such as Superman and The Flash, are positive examples of how people can strive to improve the world around them. From Superman’s ability to fly to Thor’s ability to summon lightning, the variety of superpowers superheroes possess is vast. For this activity, students will study multiple superheroes and create an inte
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4th - 12th
Project about life during the Medieval period
* I did this assignment prior to starting King Aurthur in my gifted reading class in order to provide some background knowledge *
Students are provided with an initial website with which to begin research on their selected topics. Students will work in groups to conduct research and make a presentation with a "creative visual" to share with the class.
RUBRIC INCLUDED!
Groups of students may choose one of the following and must cover each of the topics listed in that selection:
- Religion, mu
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5th - 10th
Al Capone Does My Shirts Preview Web Quest
This is a great way to introduce students to Al Capone and Alcatraz. Students will copy information directly, summarize, compare and contrast, infer. Students will also apply their internet research skills. This book is a must read for any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade classroom.
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5th - 9th
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Independent Reading Thinkmark
This half-sheet printable is a quick and easy way for students to record their thinking while reading, jot down interesting vocab words, or identify story elements. The half-sheet format also serves as a handy bookmark!
Grades:
2nd - 8th
Anthrax News Article
In a recent news article, the resurgence of anthrax, a deadly bacterial infection, has been highlighted. The article delves into how anthrax, once a concern primarily for veterinarians and agricultural workers, is now posing a threat to a wider population due to various factors such as climate change and bioterrorism potential. It discusses recent cases of anthrax outbreaks in different regions and explores the challenges in diagnosing and treating the disease. Additionally, the article emphasiz
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6th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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The Ultimate Middle School Reading List
Need some book suggestions? Here's over 100 great titles for grades 6-8. Feel free to use the following book list for multiple purposes. Use this middle school book list to: pick a novel for your class to read in ELApick a few cool books to use in a book clubhost a book tasting with several of these great optionsshare this list of recommendations with your students and let students choose a book they would like to read! Included in this list, books are separated by the following genres:Disney In
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6th - 8th
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C.S. Lewis Mini Author Study
This mini author study is great for learning a little about C.S. Lewis. Students will read through a mini biography of the author, fill out a timeline of events, map out important places in the author's life, and have a chance to write a fantasy story of their own! Links and QR codes included with worksheets. Please let me know what you think, all feedback is appreciated and welcomed, thanks so much for stopping by!
Grades:
3rd - 8th
How to write a thesis statement
This pdf helps students write a thesis statement that:
1. is one sentence
2. sums up the main points of the essay, and
3. portrays an argument.
This PDF is short and sweet, including only necessary information for constructing a thesis statement. This method has been proven helpful with all high school literature students. It also can carry them well into their graduate and post-graduate writing careers. This method is one I learned in my first year of college, and I used until my graduate sch
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Dystopian Topics Research Project
Here is a powerpoint with 25 different topics about real-world technology that could lead to a dystopian outcome. This is meant to help students connect the real-world to the dystopian worlds read about in class.
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8th - 11th
Dystopia Research Article Pairing: Internment by Samira Ahmed
This resource can be used by itself or with my other Dystopia Research Article Pairing resources. It includes an excerpt from the novel Internment by Samira Ahmed as well as three nonfiction articles that can be paired with the text.Whether the students read just this excerpt or the entire novel, they can use these research articles to make real-world connections to the text. In my classroom, I teach a unit about the social commentary within dystopian novels, and we use these articles as a jumpi
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6th - 12th
Also included in: Dystopia Research Article Pairings Bundle
The Crucible - Symbolism of Puritan Names Web Quest
Unless your students are religious, they may not know the significance of the biblical names in The Crucible. I give this to the students after Act 1 to fully understand the allusion of the historical names and town in which the play takes place.
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8th - 12th
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