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MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages (59 pages)

By Art Shack by JB

This PDF includes 59 unique coloring pages. Use these coloring pages for early finishers, indoor recess, brain-breaks, writing prompts and more! Get students motivated and engaged in semi-difficult tasks with these eye-popping MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages.

Please remember that using any of my original artworks for future commercial use is prohibited.

This is not a clipart product. This product cannot be used in any way for your own freebies or products.

This product is for personal use only and cannot be copied, redistributed or reposted by others.

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Flying Kites Coloring Pages (60 pages)

By Art Shack by JB

This PDF includes 60 unique coloring pages. Use these coloring pages for early finishers, indoor recess, brain-breaks, writing prompts and more! Get students motivated and engaged in semi-difficult tasks with these eye-popping Flying Kites Coloring Pages.

Please remember that using any of my original artworks for future commercial use is prohibited.

This is not a clipart product. This product cannot be used in any way for your own freebies or products.

This product is for personal use only and cannot be copied, redistributed or reposted by others.

If you enjoy these Flying Kites Coloring Pages, please check out my TeachShare store for more similar coloring pages, plus my in-depth art units. I also have a unit for sale on Conscious Discipline, and another unit for sale on UDL & SEL.

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Flying Kites Coloring Pages (60 pages)

By Art Shack by JB

This PDF includes 60 unique coloring pages. Use these coloring pages for early finishers, indoor recess, brain-breaks, writing prompts and more! Get students motivated and engaged in semi-difficult tasks with these eye-popping Flying Kites Coloring Pages.

Please remember that using any of my original artworks for future commercial use is prohibited.

This is not a clipart product. This product cannot be used in any way for your own freebies or products.

This product is for personal use only and cannot be copied, redistributed or reposted by others.

If you enjoy these Flying Kites Coloring Pages, please check out my TeachShare store for more similar coloring pages, plus my in-depth art units. I also have a unit for sale on Conscious Discipline, and another unit for sale on UDL & SEL.

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MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages (59 pages)

By Art Shack by JB

This PDF includes 59 unique coloring pages. Use these coloring pages for early finishers, indoor recess, brain-breaks, writing prompts and more! Get students motivated and engaged in semi-difficult tasks with these eye-popping MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages.

Please remember that using any of my original artworks for future commercial use is prohibited.

This is not a clipart product. This product cannot be used in any way for your own freebies or products.

This product is for personal use only and cannot be copied, redistributed or reposted by others.

If you enjoy these MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages, please check out my TeachShare store for more similar coloring pages, plus my in-depth art units. I also have a unit for sale on Conscious Discipline, and another unit for sale on UDL & SEL.

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Flying Kites Coloring Pages (60 pages)

By Art Shack by JB

This PDF includes 60 unique coloring pages. Use these coloring pages for early finishers, indoor recess, brain-breaks, writing prompts and more! Get students motivated and engaged in semi-difficult tasks with these eye-popping Flying Kites Coloring Pages.

Please remember that using any of my original artworks for future commercial use is prohibited.

This is not a clipart product. This product cannot be used in any way for your own freebies or products.

This product is for personal use only and cannot be copied, redistributed or reposted by others.

If you enjoy these Flying Kites Coloring Pages, please check out my TeachShare store for more similar coloring pages, plus my in-depth art units. I also have a unit for sale on Conscious Discipline, and another unit for sale on UDL & SEL.

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MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages (59 pages)

By Art Shack by JB

This PDF includes 59 unique coloring pages. Use these coloring pages for early finishers, indoor recess, brain-breaks, writing prompts and more! Get students motivated and engaged in semi-difficult tasks with these eye-popping MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages.

Please remember that using any of my original artworks for future commercial use is prohibited.

This is not a clipart product. This product cannot be used in any way for your own freebies or products.

This product is for personal use only and cannot be copied, redistributed or reposted by others.

If you enjoy these MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages, please check out my TeachShare store for more similar coloring pages, plus my in-depth art units. I also have a unit for sale on Conscious Discipline, and another unit for sale on UDL & SEL.

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MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages (59 pages)

By Art Shack by JB

This PDF includes 59 unique coloring pages. Use these coloring pages for early finishers, indoor recess, brain-breaks, writing prompts and more! Get students motivated and engaged in semi-difficult tasks with these eye-popping MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages.

Please remember that using any of my original artworks for future commercial use is prohibited.

This is not a clipart product. This product cannot be used in any way for your own freebies or products.

This product is for personal use only and cannot be copied, redistributed or reposted by others.

If you enjoy these MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages, please check out my TeachShare store for more similar coloring pages, plus my in-depth art units. I also have a unit for sale on Conscious Discipline, and another unit for sale on UDL & SEL.

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Flying Kites Coloring Pages (60 pages)

By Art Shack by JB

This PDF includes 60 unique coloring pages. Use these coloring pages for early finishers, indoor recess, brain-breaks, writing prompts and more! Get students motivated and engaged in semi-difficult tasks with these eye-popping Flying Kites Coloring Pages.

Please remember that using any of my original artworks for future commercial use is prohibited.

This is not a clipart product. This product cannot be used in any way for your own freebies or products.

This product is for personal use only and cannot be copied, redistributed or reposted by others.

If you enjoy these Flying Kites Coloring Pages, please check out my TeachShare store for more similar coloring pages, plus my in-depth art units. I also have a unit for sale on Conscious Discipline, and another unit for sale on UDL & SEL.

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Valentines Day Math Packet, Games, Writing and Valentine's Crafts Activities

By Donna Littlejohn

One-stop shop for Valentine's Day! Valentine crafts, writing, and math to keep your students engaged! Easy, low-prep, differentiated activities to make planning easier. Great for sub-plans!

What you get:

  • Valentine Writing and Craft Activity complete with writing prompts
  • Differentiated Math Packet, Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication and Division
  • Valentine's Day editable bookmarks, black and white and color
  • Valentine's Day Digital Activity slides
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Ocean Bundle Write the Room, Cut and Paste, Lacing Cards,Play Dough, 3 Part Card

By Creative Soul Printables

Bring the ocean to life in your classroom with this engaging Ocean Themed Bundle! Packed with activities that build fine motor skills, reading, writing, and vocabulary, this bundle is a treasure trove for early learners.

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This Ocean Themed Bundle includes four exciting activities, each designed to promote hands-on learning while keeping students engaged with ocean-themed fun:

  1. Write the Room: Students will search the room for 12 ocean-themed images and record their findings on one of four tracking sheets. Two options are available for early learners with images and two with primary lines for more advanced learners.
  2. Lacing Cards: Featuring ocean animals, these lacing cards have easy-to-punch holes for students to thread a string or lace through, building their fine motor skills.
  3. Cut and Paste Crafts: Students will cut out pieces of ocean-themed objects and glue them together, creating fun crafts while improving their scissor and gluing skills.
  4. Play Dough Mats: Each mat displays an ocean object that students will replicate using play dough, with an "I Can" statement at the bottom to encourage skill-building.
  5. Three Part Cards Sorting Activity: There are two forms of flashcards included students will match. One card has the image and name on it and then other form of card has the image on one part and the name on a separate part.

How the Product is Used:
Teachers can easily prepare these activities by printing each component on 8.5x11 sheets. For the Write the Room activity, the images are placed around the room for students to find and identify. The Lacing Cards just need their holes punched for threading. The Cut and Paste Crafts are printed and ready to be cut out and assembled by students. Finally, the Play Dough Mats invite students to mold ocean objects with play dough, encouraging creativity and fine motor practice.

Why You’ll Love This Product:
This Ocean Themed Bundle is a go-to resource for teachers looking to combine fine motor skill development with engaging, hands-on learning. Each activity is not only fun but educational, helping students improve their reading, writing, and vocabulary while also reinforcing their motor skills. With ocean-themed visuals, this bundle keeps students motivated, while the variety of activities means it can be used across different centers or lessons. It’s a perfect addition for classrooms that want to dive deep into ocean-themed units!

Features:

  • Write the Room activity with 12 ocean-themed images and 4 tracking sheets.
  • Lacing Cards featuring ocean animals with easy-punch holes.
  • Cut and Paste Crafts that feature ocean objects for cutting and assembling.
  • Play Dough Mats with ocean-themed objects and “I Can” statements for modeling.
  • 8.5x11 inch pages for easy preparation and use.
  • Focuses on building fine motor skills, reading, writing, and vocabulary.

How This Product Can Be Used in the Classroom or Other Educational Settings:

  1. Ocean-themed unit study: This bundle complements lessons about marine life and ocean ecosystems, providing hands-on activities that reinforce content.
  2. Fine motor centers: Perfect for use in fine motor skills stations or centers, allowing students to practice cutting, lacing, and molding.
  3. Writing and vocabulary development: The Write the Room and Play Dough Mats help students strengthen their vocabulary, reading, and writing skills.
  4. Indoor recess or sensory play: The play dough mats and lacing cards can be used for indoor recess or calming sensory activities.
  5. Early finisher activities: Keep students engaged with these fun, independent tasks when they finish other work early.

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⭐ *Growing Bundle* Write the Room bundle, Holidays, animals, counting

⭐ Clip Cards Bundle, Counting 0-10 or 0-20

⭐ Scissors Skills Bundle, Fine Motor Skills for Early Learners

⭐ Lacing Cards Bundle, Fine Motor Skills for Preschoolers GROWING BUNDLE

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Comparative & Superlative Adjectives Flip Book, Worksheets, Writing Prompts

By MrsBaileyandHerClass

Engage your 3rd-5th grade students with this interactive and comprehensive resource for learning comparative and superlative adjectives! This Comparative and Superlative Adjectives Flip Book includes 12 differentiated worksheets, 3 formats for varied learning needs, and a list of creative writing prompts that provide ample opportunities for practice. Perfect for whole-class instruction, small groups, or independent work, this resource will help students master these important grammar concepts with fun and interactive activities.

What's Included in This Resource:

  • Comparative and Superlative Adjectives Flip Book: A hands-on, interactive book to guide students through the rules and examples of comparative and superlative adjectives.
  • 12 Worksheets: Tailored for different learning levels with 3 differentiated formats, ensuring students work at their own pace while mastering adjective comparisons.
  • Writing Prompts: Creative prompts designed to give students continued practice using comparative and superlative adjectives in context.

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

  • Differentiated for All Learners: With three unique worksheet formats, this resource supports learners of varying abilities and provides different levels of challenge.
  • Comprehensive Practice: In addition to worksheets, the flip book and writing prompts provide multiple modes of practice for students to grasp the concepts fully.
  • Interactive and Fun: The flip book is a hands-on way to learn, making grammar lessons engaging and memorable.
  • Supports Grammar Mastery: By using the worksheets, writing prompts, and flip book, your students will gain fluency in comparative and superlative adjectives through practice.

Perfect For:

  • Classroom instruction and group activities
  • Differentiating grammar practice for diverse learners
  • Independent practice, homework, and extended learning
  • Reviewing and reinforcing grammar concepts
  • A fun, engaging way to teach important adjective rules

Enhance your students’ grammar skills today! This Comparative and Superlative Adjectives Flip Book and worksheet set is ideal for reinforcing adjective usage in your classroom. Whether for class lessons, homework, or additional practice, this resource will help your students confidently apply comparative and superlative adjectives in both writing and speaking. Download now and make learning grammar fun and effective!


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MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages (59 pages)

By Art Shack by JB

This PDF includes 59 unique coloring pages. Use these coloring pages for early finishers, indoor recess, brain-breaks, writing prompts and more! Get students motivated and engaged in semi-difficult tasks with these eye-popping MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages.

Please remember that using any of my original artworks for future commercial use is prohibited.

This is not a clipart product. This product cannot be used in any way for your own freebies or products.

This product is for personal use only and cannot be copied, redistributed or reposted by others.

If you enjoy these MAY the 4TH-Inspired Coloring Pages, please check out my store for more similar coloring pages, plus my in-depth art units. I also have a unit for sale on Conscious Discipline, and another unit for sale on UDL & SEL.

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Outsiders Projects and Activities

By Jennifer Allain

This unit will guide students through reading and analyzing "The Outsiders." Students will explore themes of class conflict, friendship, and identity while developing their comprehension and critical thinking skills. The unit will include formative assessments, discussions, and creative assignments.

  • Pre Reading Activity
  • Compare and Contrast (characters & self)
  • Character Map
  • Anatomy of a Greaser/Soc
  • Choice Boards x2
  • Jigsaw
  • Stations
  • Journal/Writing Prompts
  • Slides Project
  • Debate
  • Essay Revision
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10 Winter Christmas Holiday Narrative writing Essay Picture Prompts and Go

By TooBookedUp

Elevate your middle school students' narrative writing skills with this winter-themed essay planning guide. This resource features 10 captivating, holiday-themed photos, ranging from a snowman on the beach to a gingerbread family on the run, Krampus enjoying hot chocolate, and a pirate ship bathed in green holiday lights. These images are perfect for sparking creativity and guiding students through the narrative writing process.

Learning Objectives:

  • Enhance the ability to plan and draft a narrative story that is both engaging and imaginative.
  • Encourage creativity while ensuring narratives encompass all essential elements of a structured narrative text.

What's Inside:

  • 10 double sided planning guides, one for each photo!
  • Detailed graphic organizers to assist students in exploring the setting, characters, conflict, and resolution.
  • A Google Slides presentation featuring each high-interest photo for classroom projection, facilitating the introduction of each new writing prompt.

How to Use:

  • Day 1: Display the photo prompt using the slides and encourage students to brainstorm ideas with the graphic organizer.
  • Day 2: Start drafting the narrative, drawing inspiration from the vivid image.
  • Day 3: Continue the narrative, adding details and developing the storyline.
  • Day 4: Conduct peer reviews or teacher feedback sessions, followed by revisions and editing.
  • Day 5: Publish the final narrative piece, celebrating the students' creative achievements.

Standards Alignment:

  • Aligned with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.3 through W.8.3, ensuring the resource meets educational standards for narrative writing.

Formats Available:

  • A ready-to-use PDF for printouts and a Google Slides version for seamless classroom integration.

Usage Scenario:

  • Ideal for middle school teachers to use as a standalone writing unit, an extension activity, or as a part of a choice board for students.

Highlights:

  • Engaging and diverse photo prompts: Each image is carefully chosen to resonate with middle school students, featuring themes like winter holidays, mythical creatures, adventure, and family.
  • Classroom-ready: The Google Slides format allows for easy introduction of each writing prompt, while print-ready PDFs ensure quick and effortless preparation.

Transform your classroom's narrative writing approach with this captivating, standards-aligned essay planning guide. Watch as your students' imaginations soar with each unique and inspiring photo prompt!

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Close Reading
Creative Writing
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10 Thanksgiving Narrative Picture Prompts and Planner: Print and Go & Slides

By TooBookedUp

Inspire your middle school students to craft vivid narratives with this autumn-themed essay planning guide. This resource includes 10 high-quality, fall-themed photos, from a turkey taking a trip, to a mysterious ghost family feast, to a lone parade float on an abandoned street, perfect for sparking imagination and guiding students through the narrative writing process.

Learning Objectives:

  • Develop the ability to plan and draft a narrative story that captivates and engages.
  • Foster creativity and ensure narratives include all essential elements of a well-structured narrative text.

What's Inside:

  • A structured 5-day cycle for each picture prompt, guiding students from initial brainstorming to the final draft.
  • Detailed graphic organizers are designed to help students explore the setting, characters, conflict, and resolution in depth.
  • A GoogleSlides presentation with each high-interest photo for classroom projection, making it easy to introduce each new writing prompt.

How to Use:

  • Day 1: Project the photo prompt using the slides and encourage students to brainstorm ideas with the help of the graphic organizer.
  • Day 2: Begin drafting the narrative, drawing inspiration from the projected image.
  • Day 3: Continue the narrative, weaving in details and developing the plot.
  • Day 4: Conduct peer or teacher feedback sessions, followed by revisions and editing.
  • Day 5: Publish the final narrative piece, celebrating the students' completed work.

Standards Alignment:

  • Aligned with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.3 through W.8.3, ensuring that the resource meets educational standards for narrative writing.

Formats Available:

  • A ready-to-use PDF for printouts and a Google Slides for easy classroom display.

Usage Scenario:

  • Ideal for middle school teachers to use as a standalone writing unit, an extension activity, or as part of a choice board for students.

Highlights:

  • Engaging and diverse photo prompts: Each image is selected to appeal to middle school students, with themes including technology, society, animals, aviation, and more.
  • Ready for the classroom: With the PowerPoint slides, you can easily introduce each writing prompt, while the print-ready PDFs make preparation quick and effortless.

Transform your classroom's approach to narrative writing with this engaging, standards-aligned essay planning guide. Watch as your students' creativity takes flight with each captivating photo prompt!

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Holidays/Seasonal
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All Summer in a Day | Slides, Seminar, Essay, Lesson Plan, Choice Board, Film

By TooBookedUp

Transport your middle school ELA classroom to the world of Ray Bradbury with our expansive and engaging week-long lesson plan for "All Summer in a Day." Tailor-made for the curious and creative minds of grades 6-8, this resource is an ideal blend of reading, analysis, and creative expression, finely tuned for the middle school classroom.

What's Included:

  • A Complete Text of "All Summer in a Day" Text included.
  • 20+ Dynamic Slides: Bring the story to life with visually engaging slides that will capture your students' attention.
  • Structured Socratic Seminar Plan: Fostering critical thinking, our Socratic seminar procedures and evidence writing guides encourage in-depth student-led discussion.
  • Innovative Choice Board Extension Activities: Cater to different learning styles and keep students intrigued with a range of activities including essay writing, creative storytelling, and art.
  • Creative Writing Opportunities: Challenge students with crafting an alternative ending to the story or expressing character perspectives through diary entries.
  • Literary Analysis Essays: Guide your students in developing argumentative, informational, and correspondence essays with thought-provoking prompts.
  • Comic Strip Creation: Combine art and narrative skills as students transform the text into a visual storyline.
  • Film vs. Text Comparison: Deepen comprehension with a Venn diagram activity comparing the short film adaptation to the original text.

Ideal For:

  • End-of-Year Engagement: Keep students motivated and learning until the last day with this immersive resource.
  • Ready-Made Sub Plans: Detailed and easy to follow, this plan keeps your classroom on track even when you're away.
  • Mini Dystopian Unit: Whether a standalone lesson or part of a larger dystopian study, this resource prompts critical thinking about society and technology.
  • Flexible for Different Grades: Designed for middle school students, all activities are easily adjustable for higher or lower grades.

Perfect Pairing: This lesson plan complements the "Complete Week-Long Dystopian Unit Plan: 'The Pedestrian' by Ray Bradbury," offering a broader exploration of dystopian themes. Find it here: Complete Week-Long Dystopian Unit Plan.

Elevate your teaching with this multifaceted unit plan that will have your students eager to read, write, and discuss. This comprehensive package will not only save you planning time but also enrich your classroom discussions and creative output.

Included in this 12 week unit: Ultimate Middle School Short Story Bundle: 12 Week Engaging Suspense ELA Units (TeachShare.com)

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Reading Strategies
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End of Year Summer Picture Prompt Narrative Writing Unit Workshop Grades 4-6

By TooBookedUp

Sizzle up your classroom with our Summer Picture Prompts narrative writing resource! This sun-soaked toolkit guides students through the narrative writing process, with the warmth and adventure of summer serving as their muse. From beach escapades to mysterious summer camps, each photo prompt is a splash into the ocean of creativity and narrative exploration.

What’s Inside:

  • 23 Radiant Slides: A visual voyage that covers the nuts and bolts of a plot diagram, unveils the magic of showing vs. telling, and showcases 10 vibrant, summer-themed photo prompts.
  • 10 Sizzling Summer Photo Prompts: Handpicked images that encapsulate the spirit of summer, igniting the spark of creativity in budding writers.
  • In-depth Writing Guides: Accompanying each photo prompt is a 2-page planning guide, primed to assist students in brainstorming the sunlit settings, dynamic characters, and simmering conflicts, setting the stage for captivating stories.
  • Show vs. Tell: Easy-to-grasp examples that show students how to vivify their stories, turning their writing into a vivid summer blockbuster.

Perfect For:

  • ☑️ Creative Writing Classes under the sweltering sun
  • ☑️ Choice Boards for sunny selection
  • ☑️ Extension Activities for those long summer days
  • ☑️ Writing Units that need a splash of warmth
  • ☑️ Homework Assignments as bright as the summer sky

Why You’ll Love It:

  • ☑️ Ignites Creativity: Encourages students to don their creative hats, crafting unique stories inspired by engaging picture prompts.
  • ☑️ Boosts Writing Skills: Leads students through the narrative writing cycle, from brainstorming to the final bow, polishing their writing prowess.
  • ☑️ Instills Key Writing Principles: Offers a practical approach to mastering crucial writing concepts like plot unfolding and sensory detail.
  • ☑️ Versatile & Malleable: Perfect for a week of narrative adventures, a single sunlit class period, or integrated into a broader curriculum, adapting seamlessly to your teaching needs.
  • ☑️ Ready-to-Use Ease: All set for immediate use, whether printed for a hands-on experience or shared digitally, easing your prep time under the sun.

Transform your teaching this summer with tales that are as vibrant and boundless as the season itself. Our Summer Picture Prompts resource isn’t just a collection of activities; it’s a launchpad into storytelling, critical thinking, and joy-filled writing. Whether you’re embarking on a creative writing voyage, searching for meaningful homework under the stars, or in need of lively extension activities, these picture prompts are your treasure map to a world of imaginative writing.

Let the spirit of summer fuel your classroom’s stories. Add our Summer Picture Prompts to your teaching arsenal today and watch your students’ writing blossom under the summer sun!

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Lamb to Slaughter ELA Unit | Slides, Seminar, Essay, Lesson Plan, Choice Board

By TooBookedUp

End the year strong with our fully-fledged, week-long ELA unit on "Lamb to the Slaughter," crafted for middle school teachers. This resource is an exceptional choice for end-of-year activities, substitute teacher plans, or as a focused mini-unit, suitable for grades 6-8 but easily adjustable for broader use.

What’s Included in This Comprehensive Unit:

  • Text and Film Study: Access the PDF text and use our detailed guides to compare it with its film adaptation, enhancing comprehension with visual learning.
  • Interactive Slides: Leverage beautifully designed PowerPoint slides that guide daily lessons and foster lively discussions.
  • Socratic Seminar Tools: Utilize our structured Socratic seminar procedures and evidence writing guides to cultivate critical thinking and eloquence in discourse.
  • Diverse Writing Prompts: Challenge your students with tailored argumentative, informational, and correspondence essay questions that deepen their analytical skills and understanding of the text.
  • Creative Choice Board Activities: Motivate and inspire with options for comic strips, alternate endings, literary brochures, and newspaper articles, catering to diverse learner interests and abilities.
  • Venn Diagrams: Facilitate insightful comparisons between the text and film, aiding students in identifying key literary elements and thematic nuances.
  • Curriculum Alignment: Ensure educational standards are met with activities designed to hone key literacy skills.

Perfect For:

  • Dynamic Learning Environments: Whether it's wrapping up the school year with engaging content, needing robust plans for substitute teachers, or focusing on a thematic unit, this package delivers.
  • Adaptability: With materials adjustable for different learning levels, you can tailor the experience to fit your classroom's specific needs.
  • Comprehensive Coverage: From reading comprehension to creative expression and critical writing, every base is covered, making this a turnkey solution for busy teachers.

Educational Objectives:

  • Foster an appreciation for literature through multidimensional study of a classic text.
  • Develop critical thinking, writing, and presentation skills through structured activities and discussions.
  • Encourage creativity and personal expression through diverse, engaging projects.

Elevate your teaching toolkit with this rich, engaging ELA unit that promises not just to meet educational standards but to exceed them, sparking students' creativity and critical thinking. Perfect for teachers looking to provide a comprehensive, engaging literary experience that students will remember.

Included in this 12 week unit: Ultimate Middle School Short Story Bundle: 12 Week Engaging Suspense ELA Units (TeachShare.com)

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Reading
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Spring Narrative Writing ELA Picture Prompts Workshop Unit Grades 4-6

By TooBookedUp

Inspire your students to unleash their creativity with our Spring Picture Prompts narrative writing resource! Designed specifically for 4th to 6th graders, this dynamic tool walks students through every step of the writing process using the beauty and renewal of spring as a backdrop. From St. Patrick's Day to the wonders of a spring park, each photo prompt is a doorway to imagination and storytelling.

What’s Inside:

  • 23 Engaging Slides: A visual journey that introduces students to the elements of a plot diagram, the critical difference between showing vs. telling, and 10 unique, spring-inspired photo prompts.
  • 10 Spring-Inspired Photo Prompts: Carefully selected images that capture the essence of spring, ready to spark creativity in young writers.
  • Comprehensive Writing Guides: Each photo prompt is accompanied by a 2-page planning guide to help students brainstorm settings, characters, and conflicts, laying the foundation for well-structured stories.
  • Show vs. Tell Examples: Clear, accessible examples to teach students how to bring their stories to life, making their writing more engaging and vivid.

Perfect For:

  • ☑️ Creative Writing Classes
  • ☑️ Choice Boards
  • ☑️ Extension Activities
  • ☑️ Writing Units
  • ☑️ Homework Assignments

Why You'll Love It:

  • ☑️ Fosters Creativity: Encourages students to think creatively, developing unique narratives based on intriguing picture prompts.
  • ☑️ Enhances Writing Skills: Guides students through the narrative writing process, from brainstorming to publishing, enhancing their writing skills.
  • ☑️ Teaches Critical Writing Concepts: Offers a hands-on approach to understanding and applying key writing concepts like plot development and descriptive writing.
  • ☑️ Flexible & Adaptable: Use it for a week-long writing project, a single class period, or as part of a larger unit. It’s designed to fit your needs!
  • ☑️ Print & Go Convenience: Everything you need is at your fingertips, ready to be printed or shared digitally, saving you valuable preparation time.

Transform your classroom this spring with narratives that bloom as brightly as the season itself. Our Spring Picture Prompts resource is not just a set of activities; it's a gateway to imagination, critical thinking, and joyous writing. Whether you're diving into a creative writing unit, looking for a meaningful homework assignment, or seeking engaging extension activities, these picture prompts are your key to a vibrant writing experience.

Capture the essence of spring in your classroom. Add our Spring Picture Prompts to your teaching toolkit today and watch your students' writing flourish!

Creative Writing
Short Stories
Writing
$5.00