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Common Core L.11-12.2 resources for Easel
Main Idea Writing a Summary: Common Core Informative/Explanatory Writing
Writing a Summary: Common Core Informative/Explanatory Writing Activities - NO PREP - Just print and go!
This IS included in my mega bundle: ALL of my WRITING RESOURCES GROWING BUNDLE.
Summarizing is a life-long skill. Our students will enter the real world soon and will find themselves having to summarize many different types of work for employers, employees, and even clients. It's essential that we teach them this valuable skill.
This pack focuses on summarizing nonfiction pieces. Students
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8th - 12th
Also included in:Â Writing Resources Bundle Argument Expository Narrative Journalism
Writing Conventions Checklist Rubric
Do you want your students to be a better writer? This Writing Conventions Checklist provides students a way to check standard writing conventions such as grammar, spelling and punctuation. In-depth questions related to grammar, punctuation, spelling & writing are all included in this one page self-checking tool. The checklist is easy to use and printer friendly. BONUS: You can assign this to your virtual students via EASEL (included)! ✺Ways To Use:This printable checklist is a versatile tool
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4th - 12th
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Macbeth Act 4 Scene 1 Differentiated Art & Translation Activity for Apparitions
These 12 sheets are designed for students to draw each apparition seen by Macbeth in Act 4, Scene 1, and then translate the script to modern English.This product includes…4 sheets with blank drawing spaces4 sheets with one style of outline for students to add details4 sheets with another style of outline for students to color or add detailsYou might also like...Daily Creative Codebreaker Tasks | Coded Messages for Bulletin BoardsSt Patrick's Day | Creative Codebreaker Activities | Research Proje
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7th - 10th
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Also included in:Â Macbeth BUNDLE of Activities to Study Shakespeare's Scottish Play
Outliers Argument Prompts | AP Language and Composition | PDF & Digital
This print-and-go packet includes eight AP-style argument essay prompts based on Outliers, by Malcolm Gladwell. Thought-provoking prompts are based on the following subjects that appear in the book: * consequences of misunderstanding success* attitude vs ability * year-round school * school cut-off dates * adversity/opportunity* people do not rise from nothing * sacrifice for success vs social life * rest vs workStudent must take a position and support with appropriate evidence.These can be stan
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9th - 12th
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Appositive Worksheet: An Introduction with Practice!
This two-sided worksheet introduces appositives and could be used easily for grades 7-12. It would serve as excellent formative practice and could be left with a sub, sent as homework, or given as partner work in class.
Appositives (as noun or adjective phrases) can provide extra details and/or elaborations that make student writing more vivid and descriptive. This worksheet shows students how appositives might be used at the beginning, middle, or end of a sentence.
The worksheet also teache
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7th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Punctuation Packet: A Bundle for 7-12!
Crimes Against Writing | Create or Collect Errors | Spelling Punctuation Grammar
These 14 sheets are designed for students to create or collect examples of common errors, pitched here as Crimes Against Writing!Assign the sheets as a one-pager or a booklet project, requiring students to collect examples of these ‘crimes’ from social media or in the local area, or collect examples of these ‘crimes’ from their own work, or even create examples of these ‘crimes’ to demonstrate their understanding of correct usage!You can also find this in my $30 Ultimate Bellringer BUNDLE, which
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7th - 12th
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"Beware of the Dog" by Roald Dahl Quiz and Answer Key for High School
Evaluate general reading comprehension and eliminate assessment planning responsibilities with this plot-based quiz covering the short story "Beware of the Dog" by Roald Dahl. The assessment may double as a guided reading worksheet to facilitate active engagement with the narrative. In addition to a multiple choice option, a short answer version is provided for re-assessment purposes. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in editable Word Document and printable PDF formats. (Alte
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6th - 12th
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Feed by M.T. Anderson Chapters 1 through 16 Quiz and Answer Key
Evaluate general reading comprehension with this set of quizzes covering chapters 1 through 16 of Feed by M.T. Anderson, a dystopian science fiction novel. A multiple choice quiz is provided, as well as a short answer alternative option for re-assessment. These resources may double as guided reading worksheets to facilitate engagement with the text. Answer keys are included. Materials are delivered in Word Document and PDF formats. (Alternatively, a self-grading Google Drive option is available
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â Feed by M.T. Anderson Quiz and Answer Key Bundle for High School (Printable)
Spooky Spanish Legends-Espeluznantes Leyendas Españolas
SWBAT: Read a story in Spanish about the notorious Spanish Legend: "El Cocuy". This story includes a real testimony from a man who lives in Mexico. This story has unfamiliar words translated to enhance comprehension. The story ends with questions about the story.During class, students will watch a short spooky beginning-level video about "El Cucuy " with Spanish subtitles. This is followed by answering questions. Students may read the story prior to class and have the questions in order to help
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Also included in:Â Bundle: Spooky Spanish Folklore and Legends- "El Cucuy" & "La Llorona"
Edgar Allan Poe ACT English Practice Questions
ACT ENGLISH PRACTICEWanting your students to know more about the author of the text being read? Use these adapted author introductions to hit content and ACT English practice. 10 multiple choice questions have been created based on released ACT English practice test question types aligned to the College Readiness Standards. Simple; easy; ready to use today! Questions are also aligned to the 21 Strunk & White rules for composition. Includes an answer key with question explanations. This produ
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9th - 12th
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Also included in:Â American Literature Author Bio Passages for ACT English Practice - Set #1
Writing Practice Lesson Twenty-three: Epistolary Fiction
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Epistolary Fiction" is the twenty-third in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students learn how epistolary fiction uses letter writing, diary entries or other forms of written communication, including email, text messages etc. to tell a story or simply present a narrator's point of view. The lesson includes original examples and advice on writing epistolary fiction.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Wr
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Twenty: Dramatic Irony
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Dramatic Irony" is the twentieth in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students learn about dramatic irony and how to use it by reading a definition and studying original examples before writing their own examples of this technique.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teacher. This lesson, like all my lessons, is made to be accessible to students by giving them the opportunity to practice their sk
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Twenty-five: Old English Poetry, Write Like A Scop
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Old English Poetry: Write Like A Scop" is the twenty- fifth in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. "Scop" is the Old English word for poet. In this lesson, students have fun following simple instructions to write Modern English sentences while following basic rules of Old English poetic form. I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teacher. This lesson, like all my lessons, is made to be accessible to
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Twenty-two: Cliffhangers
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Cliffhangers" is the twenty-second in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students learn about cliffhangers and how they are used to create suspense and increase reader engagement. Following examples and using scaffolded exercises, they practice this technique.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teacher. This lesson, like all my lessons, is made to be accessible to students by giving them the opp
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Twenty-one: Historical Fiction
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Historical Fiction" is the twenty-first in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students read a definition of historical fiction and advice on how to use people, objects and events from the past to remind the reader of the historical setting of the narrative. After reading original examples, students practice the skill of anchoring a story in the past.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teacher. Th
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Eighteen: Using Dialogue To Show Setting
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Using Dialogue To Show Setting" is the eighteenth in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students develop creative, strategic thinking skills by writing dialogue that indirectly indicates setting. After reading original examples, they practice writing dialogue that lets the reader know where the characters are without specifically mentioning their location.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teac
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Seventeen: Brief Character Descriptions
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Brief Character Descriptions" is the seventeenth in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students learn the value of brief, effective character descriptions. After studying original examples, students practice characterization by choosing from lists of attributes to build vivid, easily visualized characters.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teacher. This lesson, like all my lessons, is made to b
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Sixteen: No Need To Say "Said"
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "No Need To Say 'Said'" is the sixteenth in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students learn that when writing dialogue, they can avoid repetitive uses of "said", "says" etc. This activity encourages creative problem solving as students find better ways to attribute quoted speech to specific characters. After reading original examples, they practice using descriptive phrases to indicate who is speaking.I've used this activity with hundreds
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Eight: Points Of View
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Points Of View" is the eighth in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students are reminded of the use of the first and third person narrative voices, then practice their skills by responding to prompts to write about events in the first person and then in the third.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teacher. This lesson, like all my lessons, is made to be accessible to students by giving them the
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Writing Practice Lesson Fifteen: Character Reaction
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Character Reaction" is the fifteenth in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students read about how character reaction works, study original examples and then practice using this important narrative writing skill.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teacher. This lesson, like all my lessons, is made to be accessible to students by giving them the opportunity to practice their skills in the context
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Thirteen: Don't Say "I Think"
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Don't Say 'I think'" is the thirteenth in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students learn how to sound more authoritative by avoiding referring to information as opinion, then practice writing without using qualifiers that diminish persuasiveness.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teacher. This lesson, like all my lessons, is made to be accessible to students by giving them the opportunity to
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
Writing Practice Lesson Twelve: Avoid Unnecessary Phrases
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Avoid Unnecessary Phrases" is the twelfth in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students learn and then practice ways to avoid using unnecessary phrases, while becoming aware of more interesting expressive possibilities.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teacher. This lesson, like all my lessons, is made to be accessible to students by giving them the opportunity to practice their skills in the
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Eleven: Misplaced Modifiers
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Misplaced Modifiers" is the eleventh in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. Students read a definition and examples of this very common error and apply their knowledge by rewriting sentences with misplaced modifiers.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both in school and as a Writing teacher. This lesson, like all my lessons, is made to be accessible to students by giving them the opportunity to practice their skills in the conte
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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Writing Practice Lesson Ten: Important Information First
This no-prep Writing Practice lesson, "Important Information First" is the tenth in my series of twenty-five Writing Practice lessons. After reading an explanation of why it's better to put the most important information at the beginning of a sentence, students develop their ability to judge the relative importance of information. This activity encourages student metacognition of the writing process, as they decide how to structure sentences.I've used this activity with hundreds of students both
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7th - 12th, Adult Education
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