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8th grade writing-expository guided reading books
Charles by Shirley Jackson Short Story Mini-Unit
This short story mini-unit features Shirley Jackson’s short story “Charles.” Appropriate for grades 7 to 10, the lessons focus on the development of theme and paragraphs.Included in the mini-unit is: ❒ A copy of the short story❒ A prediction chart ❒ An anticipation guide❒ Activity sheet (select important passages in the text for later theme and paragraph support)❒ Author’s purpose activity sheet❒ How to develop a theme sheet with an example❒ A graphic organizer to help students plan their para
Grades:
7th - 10th
Naplan Persuasive Writing- Read Aloud and Mentor Texts
I am excited to present an unparalleled resource that will elevate your students' persuasive writing skills to new heights! Introducing "Persuasive Writing Texts" – 48 Convincing Pieces for Crafting Compelling Arguments.Overview:Resource Type: Instant Digital DownloadContent: Immerse yourself in a curated collection of 48 meticulously crafted persuasive texts, each tailored to address a diverse array of writing scenarios.Use Cases: Perfect for inspiring impactful debates, serving as exemplary te
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Grades:
2nd - 9th
The Oval Portrait Unit (Close Read, Assessment, and Creative Activity)
I created this because I could not find a close read or assessment ANYWHERE that I like for Poe's "The Oval Portrait."This unit contains the following:1. A Close Read that covers multiple literary skills including analysis of setting, characters, symbols, figurative language, etc.2. A text-based assessment that isn't just recall questions3. A "Symbolic Portrait" activity where students apply their knowledge of symbols to create a portrait of themselves, a book or movie character, or an original
Grades:
8th - 11th
Opinion Letter with the Novel Holes - AN EVALUATION FOR STUDENT ENGAGEMENT
The Opinion Letter with the Novel HolesAppropriate for grades 7 to 9, students learn how to recognize and write a supported opinion using Louis Sachar’s novel “Holes.”The bundle includes: ❒ An activity sheet on “What is a Supported Opinion?” (with answer key)❒ Instructions on how to write an effective opinion letter❒ The evaluation which contains the instruction sheet and list of topics (that were selected for students of different needs. Students who are high achieving might select one of the
Grades:
7th - 9th
MLA Source Summary Template
This resource provides support for all students, including English Learners (ELs) and students with an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). It breaks down the works cited page in MLA format, helps students identify textual evidence, and assists with summarizing text.
Grades:
4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
HISTORICAL FICTION NEWSPAPER PROJECT
A unique book report project in response to a work of historical fiction. The project is designed to thoroughly immerse students in the historical period in question, and will stretch their skills in research, expository writing, and formatting. The packet includes 2 printable pages of guidelines and an assessment rubric. All pages are ready to be printed and handed out to students.
Grades:
4th - 9th
Article Review Writing Reflections
This is a worksheet I made for my high school science elective classes. It's a nice general worksheet that will work with most informational articles. Students summarize, make connections between the topic and class topics, write a reflection, and document 2 questions they had while reading and go research the answers.This is a 5 page PDF file. The first 4 pages are the student worksheet. It can be printed as a booklet, or shrunk down half size to fit all 4 pages on one page front/back. The
Grades:
6th - 12th
BYSTANDER by James Preller
"Bystander" is a great book to use when discussing bullying. The story treats the issue of being a bystander in a bully situation, and allows the reader to consider what his/her responses might be: ignore? interfere? report?
Included is a syllabus covering reading and writing prompts for each chapter.
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7th - 9th
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Classic Book Report Guide/ Instrutions for Students
I use this book report assignment with classic books for the best responses, but it could be used with any fiction book. Review the material with students pointing out the examples and different parts of the report. The examples come from The Pearl which we usually read before assigning the book report. I also sell a writing frame guide.
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Writing-Frame-for-Book-Report
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Grades:
6th - 10th
The Strange Case of Origami Yoda Book Study
This is a collection of active reading strategies I use when I teach this book study. Most of these strategies could work with a whole group book study or a literature group. Students will practice retelling main events, inferencing, and even writing in different POV.
Grades:
4th - 8th
The Outsiders Theme Analysis (Expository Essay) Prompt, Outline, and Rubric
Use this clearly explained prompt and outline to write an expository essay for the classic novel "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton. Prompt lays out expectations, room for focused brainstorming, detailed outline guides students through each section of writing, and detailed rubric allows for easy, no fuss essay grading! *Created and originally used for 8th grade ELA but can be flexibly used for 6-12th
Grades:
6th - 12th
Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde - Guided Question Worksheet
The Importance of Being Earnest by Oscar Wilde is a delightful play sure to touch the hearts of your students. This five page guided response with 26 short essay questions will help strengthen student's comprehension as you do a group read in class.
The last question, number 27, elicits a 300-400 word essay, requiring the student to analyze the theme. Unlike more difficult assignments from this genre, students will come away feeling successful with this novel.
Other FABULOUS Historical Fict
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8th - 12th
Close Reading Greek Myth Icarus
This is a close reading activity, the Greek myth of Icarus.
Step 1: teach literary genres
Step 2: focus on Myths ∧ their features
Step 3: Show clips of myths
Step 4: introduce vocabulary
Step 5: Review vocabulary
Step 6: Read and discuss
Step 7: Review answers/provide comprehension / skill feedback
Step 8: Find the cartoon version online show and compare via writing activity.
Grades:
6th - 9th
To Kill a Mockingbird Expostitory Writing: Foil, Parallel and Catalyst
This assignment will assist students to recognize character development such as the foil, parallel, and catalyst characters in Harper Lee’s novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. Students will work in groups to identify these types of characters in the novel. They will then write an expository paper to explain how the author uses these characters throughout the work. A list of characters that fit into these three categories is included as well as two examples of introductory paragraphs that will he
Grades:
7th - 11th
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The Writing Process Bookmark
Use this bookmark as an easy access helpful tool with writing! I love to keep these on their desks or use in guided reading books.
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Grades:
3rd - 8th
Also included in: The Writing Process Anchor Chart and Bookmark
Common Core Writing Assessment Practice Prompts-2 (Red's Point-of-View)
Looking for prompts that students can practice that are correlated to the Common Core State Standards and new rubrics for the fifth, eight, and eleventh grade writing tests. If so, then this is the place for you. The second prompt in this series is also based on a story that should be familiar to all students, Little Red Riding Hood, and helps them transition from writing a fictional story to writing that is text-dependent. If you would like more prompts, become a follower so that you will know
Grades:
3rd - 12th
Independent Reading Projects
three independent book study writing projects with pacing guide and specific writing prompts in Collins Writing style.
Grades:
7th - 12th
Ghost Boys Study Guide
Explore the many themes developed in the novel, Ghost Boys by Jewell Parker Rhodes. Engage in critical thinking exercises and culturally responsive practices that present opportunities for rich discussion and self-reflection.
Grades:
4th - 8th
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