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Do your students love to interact with the stories they read? These worksheets are a great way for your students to interact more with Berenstain Bear The Big Honey Hunt.

The story sequence is a great way for students to focus on the order of the story. This resource includes a full color story sequence and a more printer friendly coloring sequence for you to decide which is best for your students!

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Are you looking for an interesting way to integrate your students' love for anime and your love for literary elements? This front and back worksheet can be assigned virtually or printed for independent work. Students will watch an episode of their favorite anime and analyze for setting, conflict, theme, mood, and symbolism. This resource can be used for extension work, passion projects, or a flex day in ELA.

These bookmarks are simple - print, laminate, then distribute. Give them to your students as a reward or for inspiration to start reading.

This resource includes:

✏ Eight colorful monster-themed bookmarks

✏ No prep! Simply print (and maybe laminate!) then distribute. 

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A Powerpoint which provides a brief overview of rhythm and rhyme scheme using poetry. I've used this as an introduction to poetry and pair this up with a poem in which students must find the rhyme scheme. It can be used with any poem.

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TWO graphic organizers of different complexity prompt students of all levels to think about what specific objects, people, images, events, ideas, words, etc. represent in a story or non-fiction text. Students cite evidence to support the meaning and significance of identified symbols. Both graphic organizers are different in complexity. The first graphic organizer targets Special Ed and ELL students, and the second graphic organizer, which is more complex, targets higher level students who need to be challenged further.

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Kindergarten reading comprehension worksheets that are suitable for distance learning as well. Grab the full packet here.

The texts are based on information that is available in the fruits information cards, which can be found here.

I have tried to keep the sentences short, so that students find it easy to read.

In order to bring a variety of question styles, I have included fill in the blanks, Wh-questions and short writing answers (a few words).

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This syllabus is for a 9th-grade English course on World Literature. The syllabus features literary texts guaranteed to keep modern-day teenagers highly engaged. For the syllabus is focused on a topic which globally connected teenagers find intrinsically interesting: namely, coming-of-age literature from around the globe. In this 9th-grade English course, students learn about how the experience of growing up is shaped by social conditions and cultural traditions which are specific to countries like Afghanistan, England, Iran, and the United States — all while reading amazing literature!

Skills Objectives: The curriculum is designed to build foundational skills in the analysis of literary form. It equips students with the tools and techniques for analyzing the formal elements of various literary genres: novels, plays, poems, and graphic novels. It also prepares students to identify and analyze a wide range of literary devices: various types of imagery, figurative language, etc.

Because this syllabus fully editable, you'll be able to customize this syllabus to suit your own literary tastes and/or the skill levels of your students — year after year!

Here are the 8 units featured in this World Literature course focused on coming-of-age fiction from around the globe:

1. The Coming-of-Age Novel (United States)

• J. D. Salinger, The Catcher in the Rye

2. Friendship & Ethics: Doing What's Right (Afghanistan)

• Khaled Hosseini, The Kite Runner

3. Love vs. Duty: Teenage Romance & Generational Conflict (England)

• Introduction to Shakespeare

• William Shakespeare, Romeo and Juliet

4. Poetry Unit: Formalist Analysis (Various)

• Sensory Imagery in Poetry

• Figurative Language in Poetry

• Figurative Language Stations

• Love Poetry: Traditional vs. Modern

• Sonnets: Traditional vs. Modern

5. Coming of Age in a Revolution (Iran & Austria)

• Marjane Satrapi, The Complete Persepolis

6. Poetry Unit: Thematic Analysis (Various)

• Poetry on Ethical Dilemmas

• Poetry on Family Dynamics

• Poetry on Cultural Identity

7. The Feminist Bildungsroman: Finding One's Voice (U.S.)

• Zora Neale Hurston, Their Eyes Were Watching God

8. New Immigrant Literature (Post-1965 U.S.)

• Gene Luen Yan, American Born Chinese

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• 9th-Grade English Syllabus

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Select 4 different types of music to play for students. (scary, upbeat, nature, lullaby, etc)

Students will write and draw how the music makes them feel.

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Vous souhaitez faire une dégustation de livres avec vos élèves ?

Ce document contient une feuille de travail de style napperon 11 x 17 que vos élèves pourront utiliser lors d'une dégustation de livres! Il les invite à collecter des informations et à évaluer une série de livres.

Je fournis un description de la tâche et le mode d'emploi. J'inclus les instructions d'impression!

Ce document a un napperon en anglais et en français.

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Wanting to do a book tasting with your students?

This document contains a 11 x 17 placemat-style worksheet for your students to use during a book tasting! It prompts them to collect information and to rate a series of books.

I provide the run-down and the how-to, to take the guesswork out of it. I include printing instructions!

This document has both an English and a French placemat.

A close reading passage with a teacher presentation, comprehension and grammar questions, a multiple choice quiz, a crossword puzzle and a wordsearch about the emperor of Japan during World War II, Hirohito.

The NO PREP informational text worksheets are perfect for students in fifth grade or sixth grade. Students will learn key facts about the Japanese emperor whilst working on their comprehension skills.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• A teacher presentation to introduce the subject
• An informational text
• A comprehension activity with ten questions
• Two grammar questions about the text
• An extension writing activity
• A multiple choice quiz with seven questions
• An answer sheet for self-assessment or teacher use
• A crossword puzzle to consolidate learning
• A wordsearch puzzle
• An Easel activity for distance learning

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• Independent work
• Homework
• Guided reading sessions
• Assessment practice
• Reading interventions
• Emergency sub plans

The activity requires NO PREP; it has a body of text that students need to read through thoroughly; then they can use the text to find the comprehension and grammar answers. All texts then have an extension activity for those fast finishers and answers, for teacher use, are on the final page of the document.

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Help you students explore the different features found in fiction and non-fiction texts with these 'Text Feature Templates.'

These templates are a great way to assess your students understanding of the different features, while also finding text evidence/ examples to support their understanding.

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This Point of View Graphic Organizer from HMH is modified for ESL/Special Education students with "I can" statement, visual support, student choice, the anchor chart, primary lines and scaffolding.

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This BLACK HISTORY MONTH [WORKSHEET] product can be used for analyzing BLACK Americans vital to our society. Indeed, this FREEBIE has a 4-PAGE worksheet and suggested uses to help students navigate literature and influential Black Americans. This product can be used for 6th - 12th grade students. Check it out!

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This free graphic organizer is great for having your second and third grade students work on using different parts of texts to determine the main idea. Easy to use, just print and use with any text! When introducing, or reinforcing, main idea with my students, I review multiple ways to help determine the main idea of stories.

To find the main idea we:

• look at the title
• look at the pictures
• look for repeated words
• reread the first sentence

My class uses this organizer to list information gained from each of those tips and then combine it together to write the main idea in the middle.

Perfect for cooperative learning too!

• create groups of 4
• assign each student one strategy
• have them share with their group what they found
• work together to determine main idea

Kids will have a great time building these three full-color DIY models, using just scissors and glue or clear tape. They can choose from Mummy, Spider or Ghost Buddies -- or make all three!

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This fun, engrossing activity teaches children how to follow directions in sequence to create fun mini-creatures to place on the table or give as gifts.

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| Paying Bills | Reading Utility Bills | Environmental Print | Functional Text | Life Skills Reading | Comprehension Questions | Special Education | Real-World Skills | Skills for Independence |

This is a NO PREP, download/print & go resource!

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Paying Bills BUNDLE - Digital

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Paying Bills BUNDLE - Digital & Paper

This resource includes:

• A digital & paper version

Digital Version

• 2 realistic bills
• 5 self-grading & editable Google Forms
• 46 questions (8 or 10 questions per form)

Paper Version

• 2 realistic bills
• 2 levels
• Color set
• Black & white set
• Teach answer key

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions - Larger Text - Bolded Key Words

• 5 worksheets with 25 questions (5 questions per page)

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Some Multi-part Questions

• 5 worksheets with 35 questions (7 questions per page)

10 different worksheets and 60 questions per set.

A total of 20 different worksheets.

Bills Included:

• Electric
• Water & Waste

This comprehensive resource is specifically designed to introduce students to the vital life skill of reading common bills accurately. With this resource, students will engage with two realistic bills,

Through a series of thought-provoking questions, students will develop a deep understanding of various aspects related to these bills, such as account details, bill charges, due dates, way to pay, and more. The resource offers two distinct levels of engagement: a cut-and-paste activity level and a write-in-the-answer level. This ensures that students of varying abilities can participate and reinforce learning.

Key Features:

1. Realistic Bill Exposure: The resource provides students with exposure to authentic bills commonly encountered in real-life situations, enhancing their ability to understand and analyze bills effectively.

2. Comprehensive Questioning: A wide range of questions is included to cover crucial aspects of bill reading, such as account information, costs, dates, and potential penalties. This promotes a holistic understanding of bill-related concepts.

3. Two Levels of Engagement: The resource offers flexibility with two levels of difficulty. Students can choose between a cut-and-paste activity or a write-in-the-answer format, allowing them to engage at a level suited to their abilities.

By utilizing Practical Bill Reading Skills, students will develop a valuable life skill that empowers them to confidently navigate and comprehend common bills. This resource sets a strong foundation for financial literacy and responsible decision-making in the real world.

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Paying Bills Unit 1 - Paper

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Exceptional learners such as English language learners will benefit tremendously from previewing the text prior to starting a nonfiction text. By activating prior knowledge, zooming in to titles and subheadings, and analyzing pictures they will spend quality time building context before reading.

This product contains three pages:

• Previewing the text anchor chart reference sheet so students can refer back when needed
• Previewing the text graphic organizer
• Previewing the text sentence starters

This 3-page pre-reading handout introduces students to the most prominent themes in William Shakespeare's Hamlet. By having your class read and discuss this thematic introduction together, students will be captivated by the complex questions invoked in Shakespeare's play before they begin reading the enigmatic first scene.

If you like this 3-page pre-reading handout, you'll definitely want to check out my 200-page Complete Teaching Unit on Hamlet. The complete unit features worksheets on every scene in Shakespeare's longest play. Because the complete unit is both professionally designed and academically rigorous, it is especially well-suited for courses like Honors English and AP Literature.

Wishing you an amazing experience with teaching this complex play. If you have any questions along the way, please don't hesitate to get in touch. And don't forget to check out the Complete Teaching Unit on Hamlet...

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Please check out these complete units on Shakespeare's masterpieces:

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Romeo and Juliet

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Julius Caesar

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Macbeth

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Othello

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