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High school informational text lessons on sale
Compare and Contrast the Author's Point of View BigFoot
Close ReadingPoint of ViewCompare and ContrastDoes Bigfoot exist? Or is he just a made up legend? Students will read two nonfiction articles to compare and contrast both sides of the Bigfoot debate! This is a fun, but educational, lesson. Included is BOTH print and digital versions.I wrote this lesson because I wanted an interesting topic that would catch my students' attention. I also was frustrated trying to find articles that showed a clear point of view about a similar topic. I wanted no
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: Close Reading Lesson Bundle: A Year of Close Reading
Distance Learning Reading Comprehension Intervention Bundle
Google Apps Ready!Page 2 has all of the Google Slides LinksClose ReadingIntervention PackDaily Guided Reading Lessons✎ Four weeks of daily guided reading lessons for your intervention reading group! These lessons are close reading lessons designed to make your struggling readers more independent. It also reinforces the close reading strategies. ➨ Learning targets are included!!! ☺Included are six nonfiction articles, 20 days (4 weeks) of daily guided reading lessons, pair share, close readin
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5th - 9th
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Compare and Contrast the Author's Point of View Sharks
Close Reading Point of View Compare and ContrastShould all the sharks in the world be removed from the ocean to protect people from shark attacks? Explore this topic in two different nonfiction articles!View the Video Preview: PreviewI wrote this lesson because I wanted an interesting topic that would catch my students' attention. I also was frustrated trying to find articles that showed a clear point of view about a similar topic. I wanted non fiction articles that would be easy to teach wi
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: Close Reading Lesson Bundle: A Year of Close Reading
Compare and Contrast The Author's Point of View The Bermuda Triangle
Compare and Contrast The Author's Point of View The Bermuda TriangleTwo high interest nonfiction articles, written from two different points of view! Students will read "Killer Sea Farts" and "Alien Vortex." Both are original articles, two pages long, nonfiction, written by me. They investigate The Bermuda Triangle. Hundreds of planes and ships go missing in The Bermuda Triangle each year. Are the disappearances due to a hidden alien vortex? Or is there a logical explanation for these disa
Grades:
4th - 10th
Also included in: Close Reading Lesson Bundle: A Year of Close Reading
Compare and Contrast the Author's Point of View Google Ready!
Close ReadingCompare and Contrast the Author's Point of ViewGoogle Classroom ready or just print and go!Should killer whales (orcas) be held captive in zoos and aquariums? Strike passion in your students with an engaging topic!Explore both sides of this controversial debate. Students will close read to discover the author's point of view in each nonfiction article. Do you need a digital lesson plan quickly? This lesson comes with the Google Slides that are completely digital! Just assign in
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: Earth Day Bundle: Compare and Contrast
Reading Comprehension Passages Nonfiction Articles
Nonfiction Article Reading Passages Pack This pack includes 12 nonfiction topics, and each one has two articles that are written from two different points of view. The reading level of each article is about a fifth or sixth grade level. I used these when I taught fifth grade and again when I taught sixth grade. This year I am teaching fourth grade, and I plan to use them again. This pack gives you a total of 24 nonfiction articles. Each article is original and is written by me. T
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4th - 10th
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Inference Task cards and Guided Mini Lessons
Inference Task CardsReading Comprehension Making inferences is a hard concept to teach. I created these task cards to make it easier! This is a 34 page lesson that focuses on the critical thinking skill, inferences. You will get task cards AND 5 days of guided mini lessons. Print version and digital version are included! BONUS: 5 days of lessons with videos have been added- great for last minute sub plans or something for students to do independently.The topics are high interest boy topics a
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: Reading Comprehension and Progress Monitoring Bundle
Credible Sources Learning Stations Activity for Online Source Evaluation
This hands-on and interactive credible sources "progressive dinner"™ asks students to rotate to different learning stations, evaluate an online source, take notes, and engage in small group discussion. If you're looking for a student-centered way to emphasize the need for reliable sources, look no further! Station menus prompt students to think about the credibility and quality of online texts. Students should have a source to evaluate prior to this activity.Overview menu helps students to read
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8th - 11th
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Media Literacy & Fake News: Primary & Secondary Sources, Bias, Reliable Sources
Media Literacy: With so much fake news, how can students know a credible source? In research, what is a primary and secondary source? This unit has lessons and activities on point of view and bias from loaded adjectives, objective vs subjective, and ommision through source comparison of real news stories, documentaries, and class examples.* Reading information text, examining bias, and fact checking Lesson* Bellringers and Exit Tickets* Primary vs Secondary sources assignment* Fact checking assi
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9th - 12th
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Also included in: Highschool ELA Bundle: Writing, Research, and Argumentation
Compare and Contrast Volcanoes Nonfiction Text
VolcanoesCompare and ContrastTwo nonfiction textsDid you know a group of tourists were visiting White Island when the volcano erupted? Even more amazing, many of them survived! Exploring a volcano is very dangerous. In this lesson students will compare and contrast two different volcanic eruptions- White Island and Mount Ontake. *PDF and Digital Options Included:Close reading steps4 pages of directions with explanations2 original nonfiction articlesRead and respond questionsGraphic organizer
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5th - 10th
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Also included in: Close Reading Lesson Bundle: A Year of Close Reading
Snow Day Compare and Contrast Reading Comprehension
Compare and Contrast: Snow DaysCompare and contrast a nonfiction article to a poem!Do your students love snow days? What happens when students miss too many days? Do kids in Alaska get snow days? These questions and more will be answered! Students will read an original article and poem all about this! Then they will analyze it using close reading skills. They will compare and contrast using a double bubble map or Venn diagram, fill out two column notes, and finally write an essay. Include
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4th - 10th
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Also included in: Reading Comprehension Holiday Bundle
All About Memorial Day & Facts: 15 Slides PowerPoint ⭐ Honoring the Fallen ⭐
All About Memorial Day & Facts: 15 Slides PowerPoint Honoring The Memory of our Fallen Heroes All About Memorial Day & Facts: 15 Slides PowerPoint Honoring The Memory of our Fallen Heroes Teach your students or audience about the significance of Memorial Day with this informative and visually engaging PowerPoint presentation. This comprehensive resource provides 15 slides packed with facts, history, and images to honor the memory of our fallen heroes and commemorate their sacrifices.⭐ Ke
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Staff
April Fools Day Compare and Contrast Nonfiction Articles
Compare and Contrast: April Fool's DayCompare and contrast two nonfiction articles!Joke test included! A great way to trick your students. :)How did April Fools' Day begin? How do other countries celebrate April Fools' Day? Students will read two original articles all about this! Then they will analyze it using close reading skills. They will compare and contrast using a double bubble map or Venn diagram, fill out two column notes, and finally write an essay. There is also a summary assign
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: Holiday Spring Resources Bundle
High Interest 8th-10th_Complete Differentiated Paired Text Reading Lesson
Hot Topic Alert for Students! Looking for Engaging Reading Materials using Two Texts for Your Classroom?Are you searching for captivating paired informational texts accompanied by differentiated activities to meet the individualized student needs? This activity is the perfect solution to enhance your students' reading experience and critical thinking skills.Informational Text: These two carefully selected 10th grade informational paired texts are crafted to captivate young minds and fuel excitem
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9th - 10th
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Compare and Contrast the Author's Point of View Covid-19
Did Covid-19 come from a bat? Did Covid-19 come from a lab in China? Read two articles from two different points of view! This lesson is distance learning friendly and Google Apps ready! Or, if you are in person, you can just print and go!Point of view, compare and contrast, and supporting answers with evidence is all over the common core standards and PARCC testing. I created this lesson as a fun way to teach and learn these skills. This lesson is focused around two non fiction articles abou
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6th - 9th
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Women's History Month Whoopi Goldberg Reading comprehension Passage
Are you looking for an engaging way to celebrate Women's History Month or International Women's Day in March? Explore the captivating journey of Whoopi Goldberg with our Reading Comprehension materials, highlighting her groundbreaking achievements in entertainment and advocacy.✅You will Receive A zip Folder that Includes the Following:⭐ A PDF File Includes 10 Pages.⭐ Same Pages in JPG Format.⭐ Size: 8.5 x 11 in.Click HERE to follow my store to be the first to learn about new products I share!
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1st - 12th
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Also included in: Women's History Month Reading Comprehension Bundle 40% OFF
Digital Lesson Compare and Contrast the Author's Point of View in Two Articles
Google Classroom Ready!Digital DownloadRemote LearningDo you need a digital lesson plan quickly? This lesson is completely digital! Just assign in Google Classroom and you are done! The file is a Google Slides file with the links already embedded. Exactly what you need during this Caronavirus outbreak! This is great for parents trying to homeschool, too!All you need to do is upload the PDF into Google Classroom as an assignment. Easy peasy! Email me with any questions you have: Reneeshave
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: Close Reading Lesson Bundle: A Year of Close Reading
Labor Day Reading Comprehension
Compare and Contrast NonfictionLabor DayClose Reading for the Author's Point of ViewI wrote this lesson because I wanted my students to learn about Labor Day and I wanted to grab their attention. What better way than to debate about if we should have the day off or not? I wanted nonfiction articles that would be easy to teach with; but would challenge my students at the same time. Point of view, compare and contrast, and supporting answers with evidence is all over the common core standards an
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: Close Reading Lesson Bundle: A Year of Close Reading
Guided Reading Non-Fiction Informational Article: "Poor teenage boy"
The following breaks down the informational text through guided annotation. Students will read the article on the right while answering questions on the left. Questions include highlighting main ideas, analysis of author's purpose, defining key terms, identifying supporting detail, and overall comprehension of informational text purpose. Article used: "Why It’s Hard to Be a Poor Boy With Richer Neighbors" By DANA GOLDSTEINInstructions are clear and students should be able to complete independent
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
FUNCTIONAL USE OF THE NEWSPAPER Gr. 3+
Take a Peek Inside:
The intent of this unit is to enhance the life skills of the students. By teaching the students to use the newspaper as part of a daily routine the students will: develop a pleasurable pastime, gain new information, and use the newspaper as a source of reference. Some suggestions for activities would be; have a group of students create their own newspaper, illustrate a story, write an advertisement for the classifieds, make recipes, supervised shopping trips, or visit your
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3rd - 12th
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Earth Day Bundle: Compare and Contrast
Earth Day Bundle!Save the BeesOrcasWhite TigersApril 22nd is Earth Day! Earth Day is a big deal for kids. They love to talk about animals and solving the world's problems. What better way to tap into that interest, then with these 3 compare and contrast units? Are bees really endangered? Are Orcas (killer whales) being treated humanely? Did you know white tigers are not an actual breed of tiger? This is a bundle of 3 compare and contrast units. Each unit includes 2 nonfiction articles and
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5th - 10th
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Main Idea Task Cards and Mini Lessons
Main Idea Task CardsGuided Mini Lessons IncludedHigh Interest Topic!8 Full Color Main Idea Task Cards5 Guided Mini Lessons The topics are high interest. They are: A Dangerous Dinner Decision, Tiny but Deadly, North Yargas Road, Belcher's Sea Snake, Beautiful but Deadly, Extreme Tornado, Hippo Madness, and King Sized Danger. Use the topics to grab your students' attention, and then you can really teach them how to find the main idea. Main idea is a critical comprehension skill that takes explici
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4th - 9th
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Also included in: Main Idea Task Cards Bundle
Guided Reading Article: Pizza in the Pandemic
Using a New York Times article from Feb. 2021 about the pandemic's impact on the pizza industry students will practice critical reading and annotation skills. Students will read the article on the right and answer questions on the left including critical thinking, finding main ideas of paragraphs, highlight key details, analyzing author's point of view and impact, vocabulary deciphering, and summarizing. There are 20 questions in total to help students thoroughly interact with this relevant (stu
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7th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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