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Introducing "Quick Write!" – Your Ultimate Writing Companion for Inspiring Classroom Creativity!

Unleash the power of imagination and critical thinking in your classroom with "Quick Write!" This comprehensive collection of 100 creative journal prompts is tailor-made to spark innovative ideas, foster engaging discussions, and ignite a passion for writing among your students. Whether you're an experienced educator or a fresh face in the teaching arena, "Quick Write!" is the perfect tool to enrich your classroom experience.

Why Choose "Quick Write!"?

Diverse and Thought-Provoking Prompts: From thought-provoking hypothetical scenarios to real-world dilemmas, "Quick Write!" offers a wide array of prompts designed to cater to various learning styles and interests. Watch your students' creativity flourish as they delve into intriguing topics and explore new perspectives.

Versatility for All Subjects: Regardless of the subject you teach, "Quick Write!" seamlessly integrates into your curriculum. These prompts transcend subject boundaries, making them ideal for language arts, social studies, science, and more. Enhance critical thinking and communication skills effortlessly.

‍‍ Fosters Collaborative Learning: Encourage collaborative discussions and peer interactions with prompts that encourage students to share their thoughts, opinions, and insights. "Quick Write!" not only nurtures individual growth but also cultivates a classroom environment where diverse viewpoints are celebrated.

Easy Implementation: No need to spend hours crafting prompts – we've done the work for you! Simply download "Quick Write!" and seamlessly integrate these prompts into your lesson plans. Whether as a warm-up activity or a standalone exercise, they effortlessly fit into your teaching routine.

Boosts Confidence: As students explore their creativity through writing, their confidence in expressing ideas will soar. Witness your students' writing skills evolve and watch them conquer new challenges with every prompt they tackle.

Encourages Reflective Learning: "Quick Write!" isn't just about writing – it's about self-discovery. Through introspective prompts, students learn to reflect on their thoughts, experiences, and emotions, promoting holistic growth and self-awareness.

*Includes PowerPoint and PDF formats of writing prompts and Optional Printable Warm-Ups and Exit Tickets Organizer!

Today in History Daily Warm-Up Instructions:

Image Observation:

Display a historical image related to the day's date or a significant event in history.

Instruct students to carefully observe the details in the image without providing any background information.

Individual Inference:

Ask students to individually jot down their inferences about what they think might be happening in the image.

Encourage them to consider details such as clothing, setting, facial expressions, and any other relevant visual cues.

Partner Discussion:

Pair up students and have them share their individual inferences with their partners.

Prompt partners to discuss and compare their interpretations, encouraging them to consider different perspectives.

Collaborative Inference:

Bring the class back together and facilitate a collaborative discussion.

Select a few pairs to share their inferences with the entire class.

Encourage students to consider diverse interpretations and discuss any common themes or differences in their observations.

Historical Context:

After the collaborative discussion, provide some historical context or information about the image.

Discuss how the actual events align or differ from the students' inferences.

Benefits for Students:

Critical Thinking Skills:

Analyzing historical images promotes critical thinking as students must observe details, make connections, and draw conclusions.

Inference and Interpretation:

Making inferences based on visual cues enhances students' ability to interpret information and think beyond the surface.

Collaborative Learning:

Partner and class discussions foster collaborative learning, allowing students to share and refine their ideas through dialogue.

Engagement with History:

Connecting historical events to visual stimuli makes history more tangible and relatable for students, increasing their interest and engagement.

Communication Skills:

Sharing inferences with partners and the class improves communication skills and helps students articulate their thoughts effectively.

Diverse Perspectives:

Encouraging students to consider different interpretations promotes an appreciation for diverse perspectives and helps them understand that history can be viewed from various angles.

Contextual Learning:

Providing historical context after the activity solidifies students' understanding, reinforcing the connection between visual stimuli and historical events.

By incorporating this activity into the daily warm-up routine, students can develop a deeper appreciation for history, enhance their analytical skills, and actively engage with the learning process.

Today in History Daily Warm-Up Instructions:

Image Observation:

Display a historical image related to the day's date or a significant event in history.

Instruct students to carefully observe the details in the image without providing any background information.

Individual Inference:

Ask students to individually jot down their inferences about what they think might be happening in the image.

Encourage them to consider details such as clothing, setting, facial expressions, and any other relevant visual cues.

Partner Discussion:

Pair up students and have them share their individual inferences with their partners.

Prompt partners to discuss and compare their interpretations, encouraging them to consider different perspectives.

Collaborative Inference:

Bring the class back together and facilitate a collaborative discussion.

Select a few pairs to share their inferences with the entire class.

Encourage students to consider diverse interpretations and discuss any common themes or differences in their observations.

Historical Context:

After the collaborative discussion, provide some historical context or information about the image.

Discuss how the actual events align or differ from the students' inferences.

Benefits for Students:

Critical Thinking Skills:

Analyzing historical images promotes critical thinking as students must observe details, make connections, and draw conclusions.

Inference and Interpretation:

Making inferences based on visual cues enhances students' ability to interpret information and think beyond the surface.

Collaborative Learning:

Partner and class discussions foster collaborative learning, allowing students to share and refine their ideas through dialogue.

Engagement with History:

Connecting historical events to visual stimuli makes history more tangible and relatable for students, increasing their interest and engagement.

Communication Skills:

Sharing inferences with partners and the class improves communication skills and helps students articulate their thoughts effectively.

Diverse Perspectives:

Encouraging students to consider different interpretations promotes an appreciation for diverse perspectives and helps them understand that history can be viewed from various angles.

Contextual Learning:

Providing historical context after the activity solidifies students' understanding, reinforcing the connection between visual stimuli and historical events.

By incorporating this activity into the daily warm-up routine, students can develop a deeper appreciation for history, enhance their analytical skills, and actively engage with the learning process.

Today in History Daily Warm-Up Instructions:

Image Observation:

Display a historical image related to the day's date or a significant event in history.

Instruct students to carefully observe the details in the image without providing any background information.

Individual Inference:

Ask students to individually jot down their inferences about what they think might be happening in the image.

Encourage them to consider details such as clothing, setting, facial expressions, and any other relevant visual cues.

Partner Discussion:

Pair up students and have them share their individual inferences with their partners.

Prompt partners to discuss and compare their interpretations, encouraging them to consider different perspectives.

Collaborative Inference:

Bring the class back together and facilitate a collaborative discussion.

Select a few pairs to share their inferences with the entire class.

Encourage students to consider diverse interpretations and discuss any common themes or differences in their observations.

Historical Context:

After the collaborative discussion, provide some historical context or information about the image.

Discuss how the actual events align or differ from the students' inferences.

Benefits for Students:

Critical Thinking Skills:

Analyzing historical images promotes critical thinking as students must observe details, make connections, and draw conclusions.

Inference and Interpretation:

Making inferences based on visual cues enhances students' ability to interpret information and think beyond the surface.

Collaborative Learning:

Partner and class discussions foster collaborative learning, allowing students to share and refine their ideas through dialogue.

Engagement with History:

Connecting historical events to visual stimuli makes history more tangible and relatable for students, increasing their interest and engagement.

Communication Skills:

Sharing inferences with partners and the class improves communication skills and helps students articulate their thoughts effectively.

Diverse Perspectives:

Encouraging students to consider different interpretations promotes an appreciation for diverse perspectives and helps them understand that history can be viewed from various angles.

Contextual Learning:

Providing historical context after the activity solidifies students' understanding, reinforcing the connection between visual stimuli and historical events.

By incorporating this activity into the daily warm-up routine, students can develop a deeper appreciation for history, enhance their analytical skills, and actively engage with the learning process.

Today in History Daily Warm-Up Instructions:

Image Observation:

Display a historical image related to the day's date or a significant event in history.

Instruct students to carefully observe the details in the image without providing any background information.

Individual Inference:

Ask students to individually jot down their inferences about what they think might be happening in the image.

Encourage them to consider details such as clothing, setting, facial expressions, and any other relevant visual cues.

Partner Discussion:

Pair up students and have them share their individual inferences with their partners.

Prompt partners to discuss and compare their interpretations, encouraging them to consider different perspectives.

Collaborative Inference:

Bring the class back together and facilitate a collaborative discussion.

Select a few pairs to share their inferences with the entire class.

Encourage students to consider diverse interpretations and discuss any common themes or differences in their observations.

Historical Context:

After the collaborative discussion, provide some historical context or information about the image.

Discuss how the actual events align or differ from the students' inferences.

Benefits for Students:

Critical Thinking Skills:

Analyzing historical images promotes critical thinking as students must observe details, make connections, and draw conclusions.

Inference and Interpretation:

Making inferences based on visual cues enhances students' ability to interpret information and think beyond the surface.

Collaborative Learning:

Partner and class discussions foster collaborative learning, allowing students to share and refine their ideas through dialogue.

Engagement with History:

Connecting historical events to visual stimuli makes history more tangible and relatable for students, increasing their interest and engagement.

Communication Skills:

Sharing inferences with partners and the class improves communication skills and helps students articulate their thoughts effectively.

Diverse Perspectives:

Encouraging students to consider different interpretations promotes an appreciation for diverse perspectives and helps them understand that history can be viewed from various angles.

Contextual Learning:

Providing historical context after the activity solidifies students' understanding, reinforcing the connection between visual stimuli and historical events.

By incorporating this activity into the daily warm-up routine, students can develop a deeper appreciation for history, enhance their analytical skills, and actively engage with the learning process.

1. Digital Yearbook Creation for Any Novel:

• Engages students in an immersive project where they create a digital yearbook based on a novel. This resource facilitates a deeper understanding of characters, themes, and events using Google Slides.

1. Virtual Winter Sports Exploration:

• An interactive digital resource for grades 4-6 that explores winter sports. It includes a comprehensive study of sports history, rules, equipment, and famous athletes, enhancing knowledge with engaging visuals and content.

1. Global Bites - New Years' Celebrations and Food Traditions:

• This inquiry-based learning project explores global New Year celebrations and food traditions. It's an engaging way for students to learn about cultural diversity and culinary practices around the world.

1. A Personal Identity Project for Middle Schoolers (SEL Digital Resource):

• Focuses on social-emotional learning (SEL) by allowing students to explore and present their personal identity. This project encourages self-reflection and expression through a digital medium.

1. A Day in My Life - SEL, Public Speaking, Photography Project:

• Combines SEL, public speaking, and photography, where students document and share 'A Day in My Life'. It's an excellent resource for developing storytelling, presentation, and photography skills.

1. My First Summer Job - Project-Based Learning Project:

• A practical project-based learning experience where students explore the concept of a first summer job. This digital resource covers job searching, application processes, and job responsibilities.

1. My Dream Summer Vacation - Project-Based Learning:

• Allows students to plan their dream summer vacation, integrating skills like budgeting, itinerary planning, and geographical exploration. It's a creative way to learn about different destinations and travel planning.

Each of these digital resources offers unique and interactive learning experiences, perfect for enhancing student engagement and skills in various areas. They are ideal for virtual learning environments, providing meaningful and educational activities.

Embark on a transformative educational journey with "My First Summer Job" – a comprehensive Project-Based Learning (PBL) life skills resource designed specifically for middle and high school students. This unique, interactive curriculum offers an in-depth exploration of the workforce, equipping young minds with essential life skills and practical knowledge for their future careers.

Key Features:

1. Explore Eight Popular Summer Jobs: Dive into the world of lifeguards, golf caddies, babysitters, camp counselors, amusement park workers, dog walkers, food service employees, and yard workers. Students engage in detailed research on each profession, uncovering insights into salary ranges, necessary qualifications, expected working hours, and job responsibilities.
2. Real-World Job Application Skills: Guide students through the critical steps of job readiness – from crafting a professional resume to mastering the art of job interviews. This section focuses on building confidence and essential communication skills.
3. Hands-On Budgeting Simulation: An immersive financial management experience awaits! Students will calculate their net pay after tax deductions, develop a keen understanding of budgeting, and reflect on how to effectively manage their summer earnings. This practical exercise not only enhances their financial literacy but also fosters responsible spending and saving habits.
4. Skill Development for the Future: "My First Summer Job" is more than just a research project; it's a life skills toolkit. Students will hone their research abilities, critical thinking, financial management, and planning skills – all crucial competencies for future success.
5. Engaging and Interactive Format: Designed to captivate and educate, this resource combines research, practical exercises, and reflective learning, ensuring a dynamic and comprehensive educational experience.

Who It's For:

• Ideal for middle and high school educators.
• Perfect for classes focusing on career education, life skills, and financial literacy.

Why You Need This: Equip your students with the knowledge and skills they need to confidently step into the world of work. "My First Summer Job" is more than just a curriculum; it's an investment in your students' future, preparing them for success in their first jobs and beyond.

Download Now and empower your students with the tools to navigate the job market, manage finances, and make informed career choices!

This SATIRE TASK CARDS, CARTOONS, & ACTIVITIES Product contains 32 Satire TASK CARDS, 80 Slides with Irony and Satire cards and activities, Multiple Satiric Cartoons for analysis, 2 handouts and worksheets, and 1 MAJOR project that can get your lesson started. So get ready for a lesson to make your classroom GREAT! Check it out!

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These Bell Ringers featuring 100 positive quotes and journal questions provide a great way to begin your lesson while giving you the time to manage other tasks. Journal Questions are a fantastic way for your students to applaud themselves on wins, think about their favorite memories, or work on goals in their lives.

100 Days of Bell Ringers – Engaging, Low-Effort Starters for Every Classroom!

Start your class with ease and efficiency using these 100 Bell Ringers. Here's why you'll love this resource:

• Easy Classroom Routine: Simply display the quote, read it aloud, and transition to the question page. Students can respond by writing or drawing in their notebooks.
• Time-Saving: This activity is perfect for the first few minutes of class, allowing you to take attendance, distribute materials, and address last-minute questions without interruption.
• Flexible Use: Use all 100 Bell Ringers consecutively or spread them out throughout the year—either way, they help create a consistent, engaging start to each day.
• Promotes Reflection & Creativity: The questions encourage students to think critically and express their thoughts in writing or drawing, fostering a calm, focused atmosphere from the get-go.
• Versatile for Any Grade: While best suited for 3rd grade and up, these Bell Ringers can be adapted for younger students with simple vocabulary explanations.

Bonus: I’m planning to release more Bell Ringers in the future—let me know if you'd like to see additional themes!

Introducing argumentative writing has never been easier! This in-depth argumentative writing prompt resource guides students through the step-by-step process of drafting an argumentative** outline **using an argumentative **graphic organizer. **These lessons will demonstrate developing a **claim, reasons, **and **evidence, **refuting an opposing viewpoint, and writing an **opinion **essay.

All aspects of **argument writing **are covered in this resource: brainstorming ideas, developing a thesis statement, introducing supporting evidence, writing **hooks **and leads, and incorporating the 6 Traits of Writing™. From the beginning writer to the advanced writer, this resource has something for everyone.

The video, slide show, graphic organizer, worksheets, writing template, and rubric allow students to practice and develop their argumentative writing skills. The **writing quiz **reinforces **guided note-taking **techniques when used in conjunction with the instructional video. The detailed lesson plans make implementing argument writing easy for teachers.

These **no-prep lessons are adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The instructional video **with **writing tutorial **and **template **can be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home.

All materials are available in both Google Drive™ and print formats, ensuring easy access for all students.

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This Argumentative / Argument Essay Writing Prompt Bundle includes:

Entertaining Instructional Video with:

• Description of argumentative essay
• Requirements of argumentative writing
• Brainstorming ideas
• Prompt identification and comprehension
• Thesis statement development
• Rubric explanation
• How to Write an Argumentative Essay tutorial and writing template
• How to Write an Argumentative Essay writing quiz / guided note-taking

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• Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
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• Instructional Procedures
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• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question

Worksheets with:

• Prompt
• Brainstorming section
• Thesis statement development
• How to Write an Argumentative Essay tutorial and writing template

Slide Show Presentation with:

• Introduction slide with prompt (interactive for students to identify key vocabulary)
• Brainstorming slide (interactive for students to list ideas)
• Standard and implied thesis development slides
• How to Write an Argumentative Essay tutorial and writing template slides
• Checklist slide

Argumentative Writing Quiz

Argumentative Rubric

Argumentative Graphic Organizer

Google Slides™

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Do your students struggle with answering text-dependent questions? Introducing them to the RACE writing strategy could be a total game-changer for you and your students!

RACE Stands For:

Restate the question

Answer all parts of the question

Cite evidence to support your answer

Explain how your evidence proves your answer

What's Included:

• Google Slides Presentation | Graphic Organizer | EDITABLE
• Printable Presentation | Graphic Organizer
• Printable Bookmarks Checklist | Color & Black and White
• Printable Guided Notes | Color-Coded & Black and White
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Do your students struggle with answering text-dependent questions? Introducing them to the RACE writing strategy could be a total game-changer for you and your students!

RACE Stands For:

Restate the question

Answer all parts of the question

Cite evidence to support your answer

Explain how your evidence proves your answer

This Google Slides presentation is already put together for you and ready to be shown to your students! Each step of the RACE writing strategy is discussed in-depth, with easy-to-follow and color-coordinated components. Each slide contains a checklist for you to display while teaching this writing process!

The last four slides consists of a graphic organizer (still color-coordinated!) to help you put all of the steps together at the end! The first two of those slides use an example question and response, separated into each step, along with all of the steps put together into one well-constructed response. The last two slides are CUSTOMIZABLE for you to add your own question and response!

BONUS! Keep your presentation engaging with all of the fun transitions and animations already done for you! This product includes TWO separate Google Slides presentations - identical in content, but one of them is more interactive! While the other simply displays all of the information.

Other RACE Writing Resources:

• Google Slides Presentation | Graphic Organizer | EDITABLE
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Teaching students to analyze foundational US documents can be challenging! With this All in One Bundle, your students will be able to understand grade level vocabulary, analyze Lincoln's 2nd Inaugural Address through rhetorical devices and produce an Oral and/or Written Presentation to demonstrate mastery.

This Bundle Includes:

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*Clearly Stated Purpose

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*Learning Objectives.

*Key Terms

*Closer Read Analysis

* Key Concepts In Lesson: Main Claim of Text, Use of Parallelism, Attitude and Tone of the Speech

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*2 KIM (Vocabulary) Charts

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*2 Sets of Tickets Out The Door (Content Specific)

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*Guiding Questions

*KWL Chart

*Classroom Poster

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EASEL Assessment that can be assigned and graded digitally!

Hyperlinks to Audio Recordings

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This PowerPoint is a template. Exchange and plug in your own information to introduce yourself to students. A great way to help students understand the connections between real life and real life writing. Includes: Quotes Road of Life Map introduction (Use with CCSS Narrative Writing Assignment using Road of Life Maps) Supplies Coming up with writing topics Making mistakes is part of the learning and writing process Being a writer Thinking like a writer Expectations Basic school information. and more... This template is easy to use and helps students realize that to teach writing you must be a writer.

A thorough review with group/individual "Let's Practice..." slides. Peer workshopping instructions are included at the end. The PowerPoint includes Relationship Charts for: Addition/Listing;Time/Chronological; Compare/Contrast; Illustration/Definition/Example; Cause/Effect

Need two weeks worth of writing prompts to get students writing and reflecting on emotional intelligence skills?

Try the ten slide PowerPoint which addresses learning styles and emotional intelligence skills such as:

goal setting

time management

anger management

stress management

study skills

and more...

Just put up the slide, play some brain music, and let students write then share (if desired). You'll be amazed at the reflective responses!

Visit www.bethhammett.blogspot.com for FREE weekly activities.

Journal writing prompts that reflect winter activities(no religious holidays/symbols). 24 Great story starters for journal writes, essay writings, or on-demand practices. Wonderful, engaging visuals with easy-to-understand sentences.

Are your students ready to write novels? Then this is the interactive (with activities) PowerPoint to guide them. Seventeen slides tackle plot development, setting, characterization, and publishing. Includes plot line, characteristics chart, visualizing setting, and resources for publishing, as well as how to write query letters and tackle rejections. Samples and extra resources included.

Creative writing prompts that focus on 1800s history, issues and life. Includes 16 slides to help students think about life as an explorer or pioneer during the 1800s. Visually pleasing graphics with great journal starters. Excellent for history or language arts courses. Use for on-demand writing assessment.

Defines the term "paragraph" plus how to build paragraphs along with different types of paragraphs and relationship words for each. Included are: General, Analysis, Chronology, Least to most important, Most to least important, Logical, Subordinating, Coordinating. Easy to follow with examples of styles given.