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Shakespearean Insults | Fun Introduction to Shakespeare Activities | Quiz Games
By Jennifer Arnold
Let's face it, Shakespeare can be a bit...boring- but not with this Shakespearean Insults activity pack! Get your students laughing while they learn Shakespeare's vocabulary and interact with Shakespeare's plays in a new way.
Perfect for students in grades 6-12!
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS FOR YOUR CLASSROOM OR HOMESCHOOL:
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Synopsis and insults from 12 plays:
This pack is a game-changer for anyone who wants to make Shakespeare come alive in their classroom.
If you like this activity pack you may also like this Shakespearean Insult game which is great for dramatic play.
You can also find both resources in the Shakespeare Insults Activity and Game bundle,
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This is a digital download. You will not receive anything in the mail.
Please use a computer to download and not your phone.
This file is for personal use only and may not be reproduced or sold commercially.
I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Thank you! :)
-Jennifer
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The Scarlet Letter by Hawthorne 25 Chapter Question & Answer Print & Digital
By TaughtOught Homeschooling
Grab these digital and printable question-and-answer worksheets & forms to test your students' reading comprehension of The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorn - chapter by chapter.
What does this product include? ~25 question-and-answer worksheets, one for each chapter (with answer Leys) ~25 self-checking question & answer Google Forms, one for each chapter
How can I use this in my classroom? ~Quick post-chapter reading comprehension check ~Chapter quizzes ~Homework
By Geography & Math Made Easy
Print these fun bookmarks on colored or white cardstock and provide them to your students. The goal is to challenge the students to read and keep up with the number of books they read. Once they have finished a book, they are to color it to reflect they have finished the book.
You may also choose to laminate and them and have them use a permanent marker to cross out the emoji.
The Once and Future King - Graphic Organizers
By Educate and Create
If you're an English teacher looking for an effective and engaging way to help your students analyze and understand the complexities of the novel _The Once and Future King,_look no further than our bundle of 5 graphic organizers and rubric.
This product includes 5 unique graphic organizers, each designed to help your students explore a different aspect of the novel. The organizers cover important literary elements such as vocabulary, plot structure, theme development, and more. The included rubric provides a clear and detailed grading system to help you assess your students' work and provide feedback on their understanding of the novel.
Our graphic organizers and rubric are easy to use and will save you time in creating your own review materials. Plus, they're designed with high school English teachers in mind, so you can be sure that your students are getting the most out of their reading experience.
With our bundle of 5 graphic organizers and rubric, your students will be able to dive deep into the novel and gain a comprehensive understanding of the important concepts and themes presented in The Once and Future King.These materials are a valuable resource for any high school English teacher who wants to help their students succeed in analyzing complex literary works.
Don't wait! Add our bundle of 5 graphic organizers and rubric to your classroom materials today and watch your students engage with the novel in a whole new way! With this product, you'll be sure to create an unforgettable learning experience that will stay with your students long after they've finished reading The Once and Future King.
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Mood Worksheets | Mood Graphic Organizer Worksheets | Mood PowerPoint
By Queen's Educational Resources
Mood Worksheets | Mood Graphic Organizer Worksheets | Mood PowerPoint
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MOOD Graphic Organizers that can be used with ANY text (contains FUN clipart and fonts)
ABOUT THIS RESOURCE
★ 9 Mood Graphic Organizers (in two variations)
★ PowerPoint version and Printable Worksheet version
★ 18 pages (Print and PowerPoint Slides)
★ Print and Digital (2 Google Slide Links)
★ Suitable for ANY Text and Grade
★ FUN Clipart Graphics, Fonts, and Borders
★ Uneditable (due to copyright purposes)
★ 9 Graphic Organizers X 2 Variations = 18 Graphic Organizers
This resource includes:
★ 9 Mood Graphic Organizers in Worksheet Form (Print and Digital)
★ 9 Mood Graphic Organizers in PowerPoint Form (PowerPoint and Digital)
★ 2 Google Slide Links (PowerPoint and Worksheet versions)
TWO DIGITAL VERSIONS (Google Slides / Text Boxes Already Created!)
★ PowerPoint Slides (9 slides)
★ Worksheets (9 slides)
(Both versions have the same exact content!!!)
These graphic organizers come in the following variations:
★ Print / PDF versions (9 Mood Graphic Organizers)
★ PowerPoint Slide versions (9 Mood Graphic Organizer Slides)
★ 2 Digital Versions - PowerPoint Google Slides and Worksheet Google Slides
9 Graphic Organizers X 2 Variations = 18 Graphic Organizers
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This resource is also included in Google Slides! Text boxes have already been created to make it easier for you and your students! Each worksheet slide includes two instruction solution tabs for when students accidentally delete text boxes and when they want to zoom in (to enlarge worksheets). It's super helpful for students who are not that familiar with how to use Google Slides or need the extra assistance.
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The mood of a piece of writing is its general atmosphere or the array of feelings the work evokes in the reader. Every aspect of a piece of writing can influence its mood, from the setting and the imagery to the author's word choice.
► These Mood Graphic Organizers are an assortment of graphic organizers that can be used to help students explore and analyze MOOD in a piece of writing or story**.**
► Learning to identify the mood of a piece of literature helps improve comprehension. These graphic organizers vary in difficulty, which provides options for differentiation. The graphic organizers can be mixed and matched for an increase of difficulty. These graphic organizers can help students organize their thoughts when thinking about mood.
Graphic Organizers focus on the following:
⭐ Mood created by Setting
⭐ Determining Mood using Diction (Author's Word Choice), Imagery, and Setting
⭐ Inferring Mood using Details (including Character Actions)
⭐ Examples of Mood and Evidence
⭐ Why an Author Creates Particular Moods in a Piece of Work
⭐ Mood Impact on Readers
⭐ Mood Web
Printable version
✅ You can simply print out these graphic organizers and distribute. (Also included in Google Slides - Text boxes already created!)
PowerPoint version
✅ Also included is a “PowerPoint version” of the Mood Graphic Organizers with visually appealing fun clipart and fonts – UNEDITABLE – due to copyright purposes. They contain the same exact content in the printable/worksheets. PowerPoint version is also included in GOOGLE SLIDES - Text boxes already created!
✅ You will receive the actual Mood PowerPoint Graphic Organizer (uneditable), which includes “already created” text boxes. You can share the PowerPoint with your students to type in their responses, use it as display (Smartboard, “screen sharing,” upload into Google Classroom, type in it during mini lessons, etc.). Additionally, the same PowerPoint has also been uploaded into Google Slides with text boxes already created!
Lesson plans are not included. These graphic organizers can be used in addition to your own lesson plans and in such a way that best meets the needs of your students.
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The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks Text Analysis Writing Prompt, Text Based
By Write On with Jamie
SIntroducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks by Rebecca Skloo has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing a compare and contrast essay with textual evidence as support. It includes a compare and contrast writing graphic organizer, rubric, compare and contrast writing quiz, and a compare and contrast writing template.
All aspects of text evidence writing are covered in this resource: brainstorming ideas, developing a thesis statement, introducing supporting details, writing hooks and leads, and incorporating the 6 Traits of Writing™. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.
The video, slide show, graphic organizer, worksheets, writing template, and rubric allow students to practice and develop their compare and contrast 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.
This no-prep lesson is 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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Compare & Contrast Writing Quiz
Compare & Contrast Rubric
Compare & Contrast Graphic Organizer
Google Slides™
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By Miss Clever Cookie
Looking for a** Female Writers**-themed, engaging and informative reading comprehension activity for Women's History Month? This scavenger hunt is designed to help students practice skim reading, looking for context clues, and learn some useful vocabulary.
It’s perfect for EFL / ESL students at the B1/B2 level and can also be used for native English classes at grade levels 5 - 7. With low prep, just print and hang, it contains 10 reading passages about 10 of the most influential female writers in history.
The scavenger hunt is designed so that students have to revisit and reread the reading passages multiple times when looking for code words. The answer to each question is located on a different reading passage card. Once students have answered all the questions, they unscramble the letters to reveal the final answer - the name of the murderer.
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
♥ 10 reading passages
♥ answer sheets
♥ mission page
♥ directions
♥ teacher answer key
♥ conclusion
This scavenger hunt includes short articles about:
♦ Jane Austen
♦ Charlotte Brontë
♦ Emily Dickinson
♦ Mary Shelley
♦ Virginia Woolf
♦ George Eliot
♦ Agatha Christie
♦ Harper Lee
♦ Louisa May Alcott
♦ Gertrude Stein
Options for use:
☻Independent Work
☻Pair Work
☻Sub plan
☻Stations
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By Rigorous Resources for High School English
This 200-page EDITABLE curriculum has everything you'll need to deliver profoundly stimulating lessons on Tommy Orange's There There! Invite your class to engage in student-driven discussions without compromising on intellectual rigor. The discussion questions, daily quizzes, literary device exercise, creative writing assignment, and analytical writing assignment will challenge your students to dig beneath the surface of the text and generate profound interpretive insights!
Hold your students accountable for completing the nightly homework by beginning every class with a quick vocabulary and reading quiz. Facilitate dynamic discussions that motivate students to become attached to the thrill generating shared knowledge. Challenge students to explicate textual details using a wide range of interpretive lenses: formalist, psychoanalytic, feminist, etc. Inspire students to arrive at a whole new depth of insight!
Here are some highlights from the 200-page editable curriculum:
• Discussion Question Handouts: Thirty pages of higher-order discussion questions guaranteed to inspire profoundly thoughtful class discussions! This unit features double-sided handouts with 8-10 questions for each of the novel's 12 sections. The discussion questions are the beating heart of these lesson plans. Every discussion question is grounded in concrete textual details and challenges students to arrive at lucid interpretive insights! The questions could be used to focus students’ thinking prior to beginning a discussion, to foster in-class writing such as stop-and-jots, or to assign written reflections for homework. Guaranteed to elicit student engagement and foster profound discussions! (30 pages)
• Discussion Question Answer Keys: The answer keys to the discussion questions are informed by the best scholarly articles on Tommy Orange's There There. Of course, there is rarely a single "correct" answer for any question; rather, the discussions questions are made up of higher-order questions designed to foster lively exchanges and interpretive debates among students. They challenge students to build interpretive arguments that require the support of carefully selected textual evidence. (75 pages)
• Quick Writes: A "quick write" can be used at any time in a class to get students to pause and reflect on the text in writing. Introduce a quick write before you begin a discussion to allow students to collect their thoughts. Or use one at the end of class to let students capture and refine their best ideas. (12 pages)
• Vocabulary Lists: Lists of 10 vocabulary words for each of the novel's 12 sections, complete with definitions and sample sentences with the words as used in There There. A total of 120 SAT-worthy words. (12 pages)
• Reading & Vocabulary Quizzes: Daily quizzes with 10 questions on the nightly reading homework plus another 10 questions on the vocabulary words. If you choose not to have your students study vocabulary, you can still use the portion of the quiz devoted to reading comprehension. Grading these quizzes is simple and quick. They’re an easy way to log 12 to 24 grades into your gradebook. Answer keys included. (48 pages)
• Figurative Language Quiz: This quiz challenges students to identify the types of figurative language used in thirty quotations from There There. The literary devices include metaphor, simile, symbolism, paradox, allusion, and foreshadowing. This bundle also features a glossary with definitions of each type of figurative language as well as examples of how each type is used in Tommy Orange's novel — so you can review them with students before they tackle the quiz. The quiz can be used either as a graded assessment or as a fun refresher worksheet. Answer key included. (5 pages)
• Q3 Practice Essay: Designed for teachers of AP Literature, this in-class practice essay will allow students to rehearse the "Q3" essay from the AP Literature and Composition Exam. The assignment asks students to write a 40-minute in-class essay in response to one amongst three recent Q3 prompts for which There There would work great as a work of literary merit. (5 pages)
• Creative Writing Assignment: Invite students to emulate the structure of There There by collaborating in small groups to write a "polyphonic" text. A “polyphonic” text is a multi-voiced literary text that consists of a series of chapters written in the voices of different narrators. Students work in groups to write personal narratives centered around a shared interest, experience, or identity. Student writing sample and rubric included. (3 pages)
• Analytical Writing Assignment: Challenge students to take their interpretations one step further by writing an analytical paper on Tommy Orange's There There. Let students choose from one of 5 thought-provoking sample topics — or invite them to develop a similar topic of their own. Rubric included. (4 pages)
This resource packet will come to you in two different formats: Word docs *and* PDFs. Because the Word docs are editable, you'll be able to customize the materials to suit your teaching style and/or your students' skill levels — year after year! If you don't have Microsoft Word, you'll still be able to access the entire unit as PDF files, which are easy to navigate and quick to print!
Because I believe that teachers should be able to see exactly what they'd be getting before they purchase, the preview for this resource provides direct access to over 20 pages from the resource packet. Click on the green “preview” button to see exactly what you’ll get....
Thank you for choosing “Rigorous Resources”!!
Happy teaching!
Adam Jernigan, Ph.D.
P.S. I begin my 11th-grade course in American literature by teaching There There — and it has been my students' favorite book for the past five years in a row! The current school year is an especially good time to teach this novel because Tommy Orange just finished a sequel which was published in March 2024. If you're considering teaching this thematically powerful and aesthetically beautiful novel, my enthusiastic advice is to do it!
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Rigorous Resources is your one-stop shop for resources on American literature. Every unit was designed by a Ph.D. in English with a research specialization in American literature. Feel free to check out these complete units on canonical texts by diverse American authors:
Complete Unit on Arthur Miller's The Crucible
Complete Unit on Frederick Douglass's Narrative
Complete Unit on F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby
Complete Unit on Nella Larsen's Passing
Complete Unit on Zora Neale Hurston's Their Eyes Were Watching God
Complete Unit on Lorraine Hansberry's A Raisin in the Sun
Complete Unit on Toni Morrison's The Bluest Eye
Complete Unit on Gene Luen Yang's American Born Chinese
ELA Fiction Worksheet Activities Digital Activities
By Blooming Through High School
Three fiction stories your students will love! All three have a twist at the ending they will never guess. The Necklace, Story of an Hour, & The Last Leaf
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Breaking Down Shakespeare's Quotes: A Fun and Interactive Activity!
By Inspired By MlG
Unlocking the Bard's brilliance: Break down Shakespeare's Quotes - Fun, Interactive & Educational!
Struggling to understand Shakespeare's quotes? This interactive activity makes it FUN for students of all grades (Middle & High School) to decode the meaning and connect it to their lives!
Here's how it works:
Benefits for Students (All Grades):
Benefits for Teachers (All Grades):
Ready to bring Shakespeare to life? This activity is perfect for:
Don't wait! Start your students on their Shakespearean adventure today!
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By Beth Hammett
An easy to understand presentation to help students with mood and tone. Includes: Definitions Quotes Examples Group/Individual Activities with word banks Whole class reviews (Poetry and Prose) Great for literature classes and writing reviews! Meets CCSS.
Imagery Anchor chart Figurative Language Posters Practice
By Dotty's Printables
This Imagery Anchor Chart resource is designed to help students understand and identify different types of figurative language in literature. Each type of imagery is presented on a separate page for clarity, making it perfect for grades 5–12.
Features:
This resource is perfect for classroom displays, group activities, or individual study, making learning about imagery fun and accessible!
Printable World Book day Quotes Activities & Games - Fun Book Lovers Activities
By The Students Palace
Printable World Book day quotes activities are perfect for keeping kids engaged and entertained during World Book day . These activities include a variety of fun and educational options that can be easily printed and completed at home or on the go. this bundle contains, Coloring Pages , jigsaw puzzles , cut and paste activities , mandala coloring sheets ...
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Great for kids, boys and girls
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Of Plymouth Plantation All In One: Vocabulary, Assessments, and Answer Key
By YourTeachingDoc
This bundled package contains:
1. A Pre-Teaching activity where the students translate Archaic Language into common language. The document has "hidden" answers. Highlight the "common language" section and make the text black to see the answers. It is in printable format.
2. A KIM Critical Vocabulary activity for students to master the key vocabulary in "Of Plymouth Plantation".
3. "Of Plymouth Plantation" mastery test - includes key vocabulary, key themes, authors purpose, and central ideas of the text. Answer key is included.
BONUS: Included at the bottom of the Vocabulary page is an online Kahoots review game for the test AND code for students to play in class or you can assign them to play it at home - incorporating technology in a fun and meaningful way!
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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
Don Quijote de la Mancha Lectura y Descifra el Código
By ARIANA PEREZ
Students read a passage and answer comprehension questions. Based on the answers they are able to decode a secret message!
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 Outsiders: Lesson Plan, Scope & Sequence, and PowerPoint Presentation
By Homeschool with Big Easy Homeschooling Mom
Engage your students with a complete and ready-to-use teaching resource for S.E. Hinton’s classic novel, The Outsiders. This comprehensive package includes everything you need to deliver an effective and engaging literary unit:
Detailed Lesson Plan: A well-structured, day-by-day guide that covers key themes, character development, and essential vocabulary.
Scope & Sequence: A clear outline that maps out the learning objectives, pacing, and essential skills for the entire unit.
PowerPoint Presentation: Visually appealing and informative slides designed to enhance understanding and foster class discussions, covering important quotes, plot points, and character analysis.
This resource is perfect for middle school and high school English teachers looking to create a rich, interactive, and meaningful learning experience for their students. Whether you are a new teacher or a seasoned educator, this package saves you time and provides quality materials that engage students and deepen their understanding of The Outsiders.
By Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
The tragedy of political aspirations
A courageous Scottish general called Macbeth is given a prediction by three witches that he will someday be King of Scotland. Driven by ambition and urged into action by his wife, Macbeth kills King Duncan and quickly transforms into a tyrannical leader. Core themes in Shakespeare's Macbeth encompass: the conflict of good and evil, the perils of ambition, the impact of supernatural elements, the disparity between appearance and truth, as well as loyalty and remorse. A prominent theme in Macbeth is ambition, evident in both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. They are lured by the notion that Macbeth will ascend to the throne – Macbeth is uncertain about his choices, but his wife is relentless in pursuing her desires – she considers her husband a coward and seems willing to go to any lengths.
Ambition drives one to wickedness - it empowers Macbeth, increasing his resolve, yet ultimately leads to his wife's madness.
Ambition ultimately destroys Macbeth as well, as he turns into a tyrant and consequently alienates his friends.
This lesson plan, which lasts nearly 6 hours (depending on your class size, of course), provides a comprehensive analysis of William Shakespeare's renowned play. It comprises spoken and written tasks, arranged into four worksheets. The responses are also incorporated.
Eraser Tattoo by Jason Reynolds Lesson
By Ms. J's ELA
This lesson should accompany the short story Eraser Tattoo by Jason Reynolds. The story can be found in the anthology Fresh Ink.
This lesson focuses on making inferences and identifying themes. Students will provide and explain textual evidence that supports inferences and themes that they identify from the story.
This resource includes 6 slides for display at the front of the class and 2 student worksheet pages which come in color and b/w.