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Pre-Reading | Animal Farm | Symbolism, Allegory, Satire | Print & Go
By That German English Teacher
Prepare your students for a captivating journey into the world of George Orwell's "Animal Farm" with this comprehensive pre-reading lesson on allegory, satire, and symbolism. This engaging resource equips middle and high school students with the essential literary tools they need to navigate the complexities of Orwell's allegorical masterpiece.
This lesson is ready to go! Print the worksheets and follow the slides or include your own ideas and thoughts.
Key Components:
Powerful PowerPoint Presentation: Kickstart your lesson with visually engaging PowerPoint slides carefully crafted to introduce students to the concepts of allegory, satire, and symbolism.
Interactive Worksheets: Three thoughtfully designed worksheets reinforce learning by allowing students to apply their understanding of allegory, satire, and symbolism.
Comprehensive Lesson: Follow the already created slides or utilize the blank layout slides to include your own ideas and thoughts while keeping a cohesive look.
Why Choose This Lesson?
Foundational Literary Understanding: Build a strong literary foundation by teaching students the essential concepts of allegory, satire, and symbolism. This will set them up for success as they delve into Orwell's allegorical narrative.
Engaging and Interactive Learning: Use visually appealing slides and interactive worksheets to capture students' attention and encourage active participation and critical thinking.
Ready-to-Use Resource: Save valuable planning time with a comprehensive pre-reading lesson that includes everything you need, from PowerPoint slides to worksheets.
Preparation for Deeper Analysis: Equip students with the analytical tools they need to uncover the layers of meaning in "Animal Farm," paving the way for rich discussions and insightful interpretations.
Hexagonal Thinking Activity | The Hobbit | Print and Go
By That German English Teacher
Transform your literature unit into an engaging and collaborative experience with this hexagonal thinking activity. This print-and-go resource is designed to enhance pre- and post-reading exploration and help students explore themes and ideas presented in the novel while reading.
This resource works perfectly with the complete workbook!
Key Features:
Dive deep into "The Hobbit" with a versatile hexagonal thinking activity that caters to pre- and post-reading experiences. Encourage students to explore connections and themes before delving into the narrative and afterward to deepen their understanding.
Spark meaningful discussions with 35 meticulously crafted hexagonal cards focusing on key themes and ideas from "The Hobbit." From heroism and friendship to the impact of greed, guide your students in exploring the rich tapestry of Tolkien's masterpiece.
Save valuable prep time with this hassle-free, print-and-go activity. Distribute the hexagonal cards to your students or groups, and watch as they actively engage in collaborative exploration.
Suitable for high school and middle school classrooms and homeschooling environments. Adapt the activity to your needs and class dynamics, fostering an inclusive and participatory learning experience.
This resource allows for:
Ensure that this lesson works for YOUR students by adjusting the terms on the cards. Use the additional ideas provided in the notes section or develop your own.
Seamlessly integrate into your lesson plans for a dynamic and engaging literature exploration. This activity can take 5 to 30 minutes, depending on how in-depth you want your students to go!
Foster a sense of collaboration and teamwork as students explore the interconnected themes of "The Hobbit."
Cultivate critical thinking skills through in-depth analysis and discussion.
Streamline your teaching process with a ready-to-use, time-efficient activity that maximizes student engagement.
Are you looking for additional resources? Check out this close reading activity!
Animal Farm - Guided Notes | with answer key
By That German English Teacher
Are you about to read Animal Farm and are worried your students might not be able to follow along? These guided notes utilize the AVID style to help students keep track of what is happening in the novella.
As students read the novella and answer questions they have to show their ability to summarize and make inferences. These notes are also perfect for students independently reading the novella.
Have other ideas or want to customize the questions for your grade level or group of students? ✨No problem!✨This template is completely customizable.
This product requires access to Canva.
"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" worksheets
By Peter D
This is a 61-page set of worksheets for the story "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" by Mark Twain.
This includes a four-page story test.
For each set of three chapters (C1-C3, C4-C6, C7-C9, etc...), there are two pages:
* comprehension questions (multiple choice and short answer)
* story analysis
Also, there is a wide variety of worksheets and activities in this novel study:
* story review
* story reflection
* similes
* personification
* metaphors
* theme
* motif
* story elements
* "w" questions
* illustrations
* story map
* summaries
* point of view
* character analysis
* comic strip
* book design
* news report
* interview activity
* crossword puzzle
* word search
* story test (four pages)
There is also an answer key included at the end of the file.
Please note that I used the original version of this story to make these worksheets. You can check the version I used at this link:
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/74/74-h/74-h.htm
Worksheets for novels and chapter books:
Andrew Clements: Frindle
Roald Dahl: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Kate DiCamillo: The Tale of Despereaux
Astrid Lindgren: Pippi Longstocking
Lois Lowry: Number the Stars
Patricia MacLachlan: Sarah, Plain and Tall
Phyllis Reynolds Naylor: Shiloh
Scott O’Dell: Island of the Blue Dolphins
Veronica Roth: Divergent
J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Louis Sachar: Holes
Armstrong Sperry: Call It Courage
Mark Twain: Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
E. B. White: Charlotte’s Web
Laura Ingalls Wilder: Little House in the Big Woods
Larry Watson "Montana 1948" worksheets
By Peter D
This is a 53-page set of worksheets for the story "Montana 1948" by Larry Watson. This also includes a 4-page story test. For each of the three parts of the story, there are five worksheets: * comprehension questions (multiple choice) * comprehension questions (short answer) * vocabulary * story analysis * review In addition, this novel study includes a wide variety of differentiated worksheets and activities: * story review * similes * story reflection * theme * motif * irony * symbols * indirect characterization * connections * cause and effect * compare and contrast * point of view * letter writing * w questions * illustrations * characters * character analysis * comic strip * story elements * book design * news report * critical thinking * inferences * summaries * interviews * crossword puzzle * word search * story test (4 pages) Also, there is an answer key at the end of the file. Worksheets for novels and chapter books: Betty G. Birney: The World according to Humphrey Beverly Cleary: Ramona Quimby, Age 8 Andrew Clements: Frindle Roald Dahl: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Roald Dahl: Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator Roald Dahl: Danny the Champion of the World Roald Dahl: James and the Giant Peach Roald Dahl: Matilda Roald Dahl: The BFG Roald Dahl: The Twits Kate DiCamillo: Because of Winn-Dixie Kate DiCamillo: Flora & Ulysses Kate DiCamillo: Leroy Ninker Saddles Up Kate DiCamillo: The Magician’s Elephant Kate DiCamillo: Raymie Nightingale Kate DiCamillo: The Tale of Despereaux Kate DiCamillo: The Tiger Rising Kate DiCamillo: Mercy Watson to the Rescue Charles Dickens: A Christmas Carol Jean Craighead George: Julie of the Wolves John Green: The Fault in Our Stars John Green: Paper Towns C. S. Lewis: The Magician's Nephew C. S. Lewis: The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe C. S. Lewis: The Horse and His Boy C. S. Lewis: Prince Caspian Astrid Lindgren: Pippi Longstocking Astrid Lindgren: Pippi in the South Seas Patricia MacLachlan: Sarah, Plain and Tall Patricia MacLachlan: Skylark Kate Messner: Danger in Ancient Rome Kate Messner: Long Road to Freedom Scott O’Dell: Island of the Blue Dolphins Veronica Roth: Divergent J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Louis Sachar: Holes Armstrong Sperry: Call It Courage Lauren Tarshis: I Survived the Destruction of Pompeii Lauren Tarshis: I Survived the Nazi Invasion, 1944 Bill Wallace: Red Dog Larry Watson: Montana 1948 E. B. White: Charlotte’s Web E. B. White: Stuart Little Laura Ingalls Wilder: Little House in the Big Woods
Crime and Punishment Study Guide
By Educate and Create
Introducing the ultimate study guide for Crime and Punishment, the classic novel by Fyodor Dostoevsky! Our Crime and Punishment study guide flipbook contains everything you need to understand this masterpiece of Russian literature.
With 17 pages of comprehensive material, the study guide is divided into three main sections, including Questions by Part, Historical Context, and About The Author.
The Questions by Part section includes detailed questions for each of the novel's six parts, designed to help you focus on key plot points, character development, and themes. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to promote critical thinking and analysis, allowing you to delve deeper into the novel and gain a deeper understanding of its complexities.
The Historical Context section provides important historical background information about the time and place in which the novel is set. This section explores the political, social, and cultural context of 19th century Russia, helping you to better understand the novel's themes and ideas.
The About The Author section provides insight into the life and work of Fyodor Dostoevsky. This section explores the author's biography, his literary influences, and his writing style, giving you a deeper appreciation for the novel and its place in the canon of Russian literature.
Best of all, our study guide flipbook includes an answer key for all the questions, so you can check your answers and make sure you are on the right track.
Whether you are a student, a literature enthusiast, or simply someone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of this classic novel, our Crime and Punishment study guide flipbook is the perfect tool to help you achieve your goals. So why wait? Order your copy today and start exploring the world of Crime and Punishment!
Tony Birch "The Promise" worksheets
By Peter D
This is a 50-page set of worksheets for the short story collection "The Promise" by Tony Birch. The comprehension questions can be used as a story test or as a learning activity for students as they read the stories. For each of the twelve stories in The Promise, there are four worksheets: * comprehension questions (multiple choice) * comprehension questions (short answer) * vocabulary and story analysis * story reflection There is also an answer key included at the end of the file. Worksheets for Short Stories: * Toni Cade Bambara: Raymond’s Run * Tony Birch: The Promise (12 short stories) * Ray Bradbury: There Will Come Soft Rains * Arthur Cavanaugh: Miss Awful * Richard Connell: The Most Dangerous Game * Roald Dahl: The Landlady * Shirley Jackson: The Lottery * Piri Thomas: Amigo Brothers
"Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" worksheets
By Peter D
This is a 43-page set of worksheets for the story "Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" by Mark Twain.
For each set of two chapters (C1-C2, C3-C4, C5-C6, etc...), there is one page of comprehension questions, for a total of 21 pages of comprehension questions. The comprehension questions include multiple choice and short answer.
Also, there is a wide variety of worksheets and activities in this novel study:
* story review
* story reflection
* story elements
* author study
* "w" questions
* picture practice
* story map
* summaries
* point of view
* character analysis
* comic strip
* book design
* news report
* interview activity
* scrambled sentences
* crossword puzzle
* fallen phrases
* word search
There is also an answer key included at the end of the file.
Please note that I used the original version of this story (as it was published in 1885) to make these worksheets. You can check the version I used at this link:
https://www.gutenberg.org/files/76/76-h/76-h.htm
Worksheets for novels and chapter books:
Andrew Clements: Frindle
Roald Dahl: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Kate DiCamillo: The Tale of Despereaux
Astrid Lindgren: Pippi Longstocking
Lois Lowry: Number the Stars
Patricia MacLachlan: Sarah, Plain and Tall
Phyllis Reynolds Naylor: Shiloh
Scott O’Dell: Island of the Blue Dolphins
Veronica Roth: Divergent
J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone
Louis Sachar: Holes
Armstrong Sperry: Call It Courage
Mark Twain: The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
E. B. White: Charlotte’s Web
Laura Ingalls Wilder: Little House in the Big Woods
Northanger Abbey Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes
By Educate and Create
Studying Northanger Abbey? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes 5 vocabulary lists and 5 quizzes covering the entire book. Great to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Comes complete with answer key.
By Educate and Create
Introducing the ultimate study guide for Dracula, the classic novel by Bram Stoker! Dracula study guide flipbook contains everything you need to understand this masterpiece of English literature.
With 18 pages of comprehensive material, the study guide is divided into three main sections, including Questions by Chapter, Historical Context, and About The Author.
The Questions by Chapter section includes detailed questions for each of the novel's six parts, designed to help you focus on key plot points, character development, and themes. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to promote critical thinking and analysis, allowing you to delve deeper into the novel and gain a deeper understanding of its complexities.
The Historical Context section provides important historical background information about the time and place in which the novel is set. This section explores the political, social, and cultural context of Victorian England, helping you to better understand the novel's themes and ideas.
The About The Author section provides insight into the life and work of Bram. This section explores the author's biography, his literary influences, and his writing style, giving you a deeper appreciation for the novel and its place in the canon of English literature.
Best of all, our study guide flipbook includes an answer key for all the questions, so you can check your answers and make sure you are on the right track.
Whether you are a student, a literature enthusiast, or simply someone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of this classic novel, our Dracula study guide flipbook is the perfect tool to help you achieve your goals. So why wait? Order your copy today and start exploring the world of_Dracula!_
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Pride and Prejudice Vocabulary Crossword puzzles
By Educate and Create
Studying Pride and Prejudice? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes 6 crossword puzzles covering the entire book. Pairs great with Pride and Prejudice Vocabulary QuizzesGreat to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Comes complete with answer key.
Of Mice and Men Interactive Flip book Study Guide
By Educate and Create
This flip book goes through all 6 sections of the novella by John Steinbeck. It also include a character map and background information to help your students successfully navigate through the text. Answer key is included and the questions are easy to answer while reading the section or after the novella is done. Easy to use and easy to grade. It makes a great study guide for students. UPDATE: Google Drive Version Now Available!
Poetry Comprehension Worksheets,Analyzing “She Sleeps by the Rill” by Wordsworth
By The Kidz Lab
Bring powerful poetry into your classroom with this beautifully designed comprehension resource for William Wordsworth’s poignant poem "She Sleeps by the Rill." This ready-to-use set of Poetry Comprehension Worksheets is ideal for grades 7–12 ELA or literature classes.
This printable and digital PDF includes:
Full-text of the poem
6 structured worksheet sections, each targeting a key analytical skill:
Theme & Meaning
Narrative Elements
Language & Diction
Cultural & Historical Context
Personal Response
Author’s Purpose
✅ Answer Guide included for teacher use or student self-assessment
Students will develop critical reading and interpretive skills by exploring:
Perfect for:
This resource encourages deep engagement with poetry and aligns with Common Core standards for literature and textual analysis.
The Joy Luck Club - Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes
By Educate and Create
Studying The Joy Luck Club? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes a list and quiz for each of the following: Feathers from a Thousand Li Away, The Twenty-Six Malignant Gates, American Translation, and Queen Mother of the Wester Skies. Great to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Comes complete with answer key.
Studying the Joy Luck Club? Need more resources?
Check these out:
The Joy Luck Club Interactive Study Guide
The Joy Luck Club Graphic Organizers
The Joy Luck Club Introduction Power Point
The Joy Luck Club Characterization Flip book
The Joy Luck Club - Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles
Wuthering Heights Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles
By Educate and Create
Studying Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte ? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes 6 crossword puzzles covering the entire book. Pairs great with Wuthering Heights Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Comes complete with answer key.
Need More for Wuthering Heights?
Wuthering Heights Introduction Power Point
Wuthering Heights Flipbook Study Guide
Wuthering Heights Graphic Organizers
Wuthering Heights Characterization Flipbook
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Pygmalion Characterization Flip book
By Educate and Create
This flip book goes through seven of the main characters of the novel. It includes graphic organizers for your students to fill out in order to better understand character development. It makes a great study guide and a good way to have your students understand the differences and similarities between the different characters of the novel. Offers differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all your students! Rubric included for easy grading.
Oliver Twist Characterization Flip book
By Educate and Create
This flip book goes through seven of the main characters of the novel. It includes graphic organizers for your students to fill out in order to better understand character development. It makes a great study guide and a good way to have your students understand the differences and similarities between the different characters of the novel. Offers differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all your students! Rubric included for easy grading.
The Invisible Man Characterization Flip book
By Educate and Create
This flip book goes through seven of the main characters of the novel. It includes graphic organizers for your students to fill out in order to better understand character development. It makes a great study guide and a good way to have your students understand the differences and similarities between the different characters of the novel. Offers differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all your students! Rubric included for easy grading
Jane Eyre Characterization Flipbook
By Educate and Create
This flip book goes through seven of the main characters of the novel. It includes graphic organizers for your students to fill out in order to better understand character development. It makes a great study guide and a good way to have your students understand the differences and similarities between the different characters of the novel. Offers differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all your students! Rubric included for easy grading.
Heart of Darkness Characterization Flipbook
By Educate and Create
This flip book goes through seven of the main characters of the novel. It includes graphic organizers for your students to fill out in order to better understand character development. It makes a great study guide and a good way to have your students understand the differences and similarities between the different characters of the novel. Offers differentiated instruction to meet the needs of all your students! Rubric included for easy grading.