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Common Core RL.8.1 videos
Creative Book Report Projects for Any Novel or Short Story - Video Introductions
Creative Book Report Projects for Any Novel or Short Story - Video Introductions: Ditch the traditional book report and explore six creative alternatives suitable for any novel or short story. Engage even your most reluctant students with this comprehensive bundle, which includes everything you need to implement these innovative projects. Each assignment is accompanied by a captivating hand-drawn video introduction by John Spencer, designed to hook students from the start. From dynamic character
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7th - 10th
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Citing STRONG Evidence vs Citing Weak Evidence Activity
(worksheet to go alone with PP attached at the bottom) One thing I have noticed is that each year, my 8th graders struggle with selecting the strongest evidence to support their claim. They understand what citing evidence is and they know how to pull a quote from the text, but they don't always choose a strong quote to support their claim or opinion. This lesson teaches them 2 important lessons1. Strong evidence must be specific2. Strong evidence must directly relate/and support your claimIn thi
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7th - 10th
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Book Report Digital Projects for Any Novel or Short Story - Video Introductions
Book Report Digital Projects for Any Novel or Short Story - Video Introductions: Ditch the traditional book report and use these six creative digital alternatives suitable for any novel or short story instead. Engage even your most reluctant students with this comprehensive digital bundle, which includes everything you need to implement these innovative projects. Each digital assignment is accompanied by a captivating hand-drawn video introduction by John Spencer, designed to hook students from
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7th - 10th
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Suspense Unit
Students love this high interest unit and gain important skills in literary analysis, research, and narrative writing. These Common Core aligned materials help students to: Readingü Analyze literature for character, plot, theme, and languageü Explore elements of suspense including dramatic and situational irony, foreshadowing, and the unreliable narratorü Annotate with purposeü Construct text-dependent analysis responses with strong evidence and analysisResearchü Identify and cite sourcesü Take
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6th - 9th
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Immigration Exploration Comprehensive Unit Bundle
Dive into the complex and multifaceted topic of immigration with our comprehensive Immigration Exploration Unit Bundle! Designed for grades 6 through 12, this all-encompassing package provides a variety of engaging and educational activities, lesson plans, and resources that bring the theme of immigration to life in your classroom. From analyzing song lyrics to creating detailed infographics, students will embark on a learning journey that enhances their understanding of immigration's impact on
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6th - 12th
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Reading Skills: Character Analysis - Instructional Video, Lesson, Guided Notes
If you teach reading skills in your middle school ELA class, you will need to teach character analysis. And guess what? I'll do it for you! Use this lesson and guided notes, go to the free YouTube lesson, sit back, and take a breather! Perfect for homeschooling, when you need sub plans, or when kids are absent.I'll also provide a regular link to the video in case you can't access YouTube in your class. The concept is simple:Show the video. You get to sit back and take a breather! You cou
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5th - 8th
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Dynamic Character Speech - Book Report Project for Any Novel or Short Story
Dynamic Character Speech - Book Report Project for Any Novel or Short Story: Transform traditional book reports into a dynamic experience with the "Dynamic Character Speech" project, suitable for any novel or short story. In this project, students will step into the role of keynote speakers at the Dynamic Character Speaking Conference, where they will highlight the transformative journeys of characters who have undergone significant inner change. With a captivating hand-drawn video introduction
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7th - 10th
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Freak the Mighty - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing Lesson
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for Freak the Mighty by Rodman Philbrick has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing a compare and contrast essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an compare and contrast writing graphic organizer, rubric, compare and contrast writing quiz, and a comparison contrast writing template.All aspects of text evidence
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6th - 8th
Setting Assignment - Write a Review - Novel or Short Story Book Report Project
Setting Assignment - Write a Review - Novel or Short Story Book Report Project: Transform traditional book reports into an immersive experience with this engaging setting assignment. Students win a contest to win a trip inside the setting of any short story or novel of their choice. They will write online reviews of the setting from the perspective of three characters. Additionally, they will engage in dialogue through comments on the reviews. As they pack for their adventure, they will select a
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7th - 10th
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Setting Assignment - Write a Review - Novel or Short Story Digital Book Report
Setting Assignment - Write a Review - Novel or Short Story Digital Book Report: Transform traditional book reports into an immersive experience with this engaging digital setting assignment. Students win a contest to win a trip inside the setting of any short story or novel of their choice. They will write digital online reviews of the setting from the perspective of three characters. Additionally, they will engage in dialogue through comments on the reviews. As they pack for their adventure, th
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7th - 10th
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How to Write Thematic Essays (Step-By-Step with Video)
11-page slideshow that takes students step-by-step through identifying a theme to gathering evidence. Slides use Fahrenheit 451 as a reference, but students need not have read the novel to use the slides.
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6th - 12th
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Wonder by R J Palacio - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing Lesson
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for Wonder by R. J. Palacio has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing a compare and contrast essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an compare and contrast writing graphic organizer, rubric, compare and contrast writing quiz, and a comparison contrast writing template.All aspects of text evidence writing are c
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6th - 8th
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Character Editorial Article - Novel or Short Story Digital Book Report Project
Character Editorial Article - Novel or Short Story Digital Book Report Project: Elevate your book report projects with this creative alternative that encourages critical thinking and deep analysis of character. In this digital assignment, students will craft an editorial for the Literary Times, evaluating the actions of a character from any novel or short story. Taking a stance on the character's actions, students will explore the complexities of their behavior, supported by text evidence and a
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7th - 10th
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Digital Short (Snack Attack) with Questions - Independent Work / Small Group
This is a great short that can be used in many different ways with your students. This resource is a Google Form with a video embedded and 5 comprehension and inferencing questions. It also includes one question about the theme or lesson of the storyUse this in your classroom to add on to station work, if you have to call out for a day and leave an assignment, or even to pull a small group. It's great for students to practice making inferences and recognizing that the things they notice aren't
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4th - 8th
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FLIPPED CLASSROOM: How to Write a Reading Response Introduction VIDEO
This video goes over the different parts of an effective reading/extended response.
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*Explains "I Can" Learning Targets for the lesson
*Why learn MEL-Con?
*Discusses the four building blocks of a reading response with an example
Students will need the corresponding guided notes available for free download from my store entitled, "MEL-Con Flipped Classroom Guided Notes."
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6th - 11th
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Character Editorial Article - Book Report Project For Any Novel or Short Story
Character Editorial Article - Book Report Project For Any Novel or Short Story: Elevate your book report projects with this creative alternative that encourages critical thinking and deep analysis of character. In this assignment, students will craft an editorial for the Literary Times, evaluating the actions of a character from any novel or short story. Taking a stance on the character's actions, students will explore the complexities of their behavior, supported by text evidence and a defendab
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7th - 10th
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Dynamic Character Speech - Novel or Short Story Digital Book Report Project
Dynamic Character Speech - Novel or Short Story Digital Book Report Project: Transform traditional book reports into a dynamic experience with the "Dynamic Character Speech" digital project, suitable for any novel or short story. In this digital project, students will step into the role of keynote speakers at the Dynamic Character Speaking Conference, where they will highlight the transformative journeys of characters who have undergone significant inner change. With a captivating hand-drawn vid
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7th - 10th
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Module 1 Lessons 18-22 Wit and Wisdom 8th Grade
This product consists of 50 slides and 5 lessons corresponding to Module 1 Wit and Wisdom Poetics and The Power of Storytelling. The products contain lesson slides, charts, activities, journal prompts, vocabulary, small and whole group discussions, videos, resources, and more.
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8th
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Also included in: Module 1 8th Grade Wit and Wisdom lesson slides
Flowers For Algernon pre-read video, inkblot discussion , first journals w/KEY
This is an effective and fun way to start the unit. Students loved learning about the inkblots in the video quiz and sharing their perspectives in the Nearpod (see below for an option to Nearpod.) The lesson includes annotations, which students also learn to love as they realize they are choosing what and how to interact with the text.I've included two links to excellent pre-reading activities:1. EdPuzzle video quiz on the Rorschach inkblot tests2. Nearpod for discussion and practicing the inkbl
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7th - 11th
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STEAL Characterization Practice: Video "Will he fall" Alex Honnold
Students love this engaging activity as they get to watch the 12 minute film "What if he falls" on Alex Honnold (famous from Free Solo). Before students watch the film, I go over the STEAL characterization sheet with them and tell them to look for these things while they are watching:What character traits could you use to describe Alex?-What character traits could you use to describe the camera crew?-What part of STEAL (says, thinks, effects on others, actions, and looks) are you using to determ
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8th - 10th
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Harrison Bergeron Classroom Screenplay
‘Harrison Bergeron’ is a 1961 short story by the American writer Kurt Vonnegut (1922-2007). The story can be categorized as ‘dystopian satire’ or a ‘satirical dystopian story’, but we’ll say more about these labels in a moment. The action of the story takes place in the future America of 2081, where everyone has been made truly equal, physically, mentally, and aesthetically.This product has broken up the dialogue, added screen directions, and printable props.
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6th - 12th
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Introduction to Inferences: Make inferences in Riddles and Commercials
Included is an introduction to Inferences interactive powerpoint. The PP includes an introduction to inferences, riddles for students to make inferences with, and commercials for students to make inferences from.
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6th - 9th
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Inference, Theme, and Characterization PP w/ activities
This is a great PowerPoint to use when introducing these concepts to your students.
The PowerPoint includes activities and videos for your students to begin applying the new concepts they've learned.
I hope you enjoy!
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6th - 8th
The Secret Garden - Text Based Evidence - Text Analysis Essay Writing Lesson
Teaching how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing a compare and contrast essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an compare and contrast writing graphic organizer, rubric, compare and contrast writing quiz, and a comparison contrast writing template.All aspects of text
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6th - 8th
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