$5 - $10 5th Grade Writing-Essays Lesson
Thanksgiving Argument Writing Unit Debate Topics & Lesson Plans 4 STAAR ECRs
By TooBookedUp
Looking for a high-engagement, standards-aligned resource to teach argumentative writing? This Thanksgiving Argument Writing Unit is perfect for middle school (grades 6-8) and provides four unique Thanksgiving-themed writing prompts that help students practice developing claims, providing evidence, and addressing counterarguments and rebuttals.
This resource includes:
A full lesson plan designed for a 75-minute class, guiding students through argument writing with structured slides and engaging activities.
Four thought-provoking Thanksgiving debate topics, including:
"Should Black Friday be banned due to its impact on society?"
"Is it ethical to celebrate Thanksgiving given the historical conflicts with Native Americans?"
"Should Thanksgiving Day parades be canceled due to their environmental impact?"
"Should Thanksgiving football games be banned on the holiday?"
Slides and Guided Notes: Step-by-step instruction on writing an argumentative essay using claims, evidence, counterarguments, and rebuttals.
Practice Activities: Hands-on exercises to help students identify and write each part of an argument.
Templates for Writing: Easy-to-use templates for students to organize their essays and develop their writing.
This unit is ideal for teaching the basics of argumentative writing in a fun, seasonal way, with relevant and engaging Thanksgiving topics that students care about. It's also perfect for debate prewriting, essay interventions, or building towards state assessments like STAAR.
What’s Included:
- Complete 60-minute lesson plan
- 4 Thanksgiving-themed argument writing prompts
- Guided notes and practice passages
- Slide deck covering key writing components (claim, evidence, counterargument, rebuttal)
Help your students develop strong, clear arguments while engaging with Thanksgiving traditions in a meaningful way. Perfect for teaching argumentative writing and improving students' ability to express their ideas logically and persuasively!
FRENCH WRITING/ÉCRITURE | GENRES | INFORMATIVE | RECHERCHE | DESCRIPTIVE
By French Made Fun!
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Diapositives pédagogiques (26 pages)
Définissons ensemble ce qu'est un texte descriptif
Les qualités d'un texte informatif
Les bonnes et les mauvaises sources d'informations
"Est-ce informatif?" Une activité pour reconnaître les textes informatifs selon les titres et les couvertures
Une activité kinesthésique - La chasse au trésor
Comment inspirer nos idées à partir d'une grande idée
Comment choisir un sujet pertinent - qui nous intéresse
Connaître les "catégories" informatives
Comment choisir un sujet spécifique et réalisable
Écrire avec précision et clarté
Carnet d'élève (40 pages)
Activités guidées, organisateurs graphiques, fiches imprimables. Voici les titres qui s'y trouvent:
Un coup d'oeil dans mon esprit - Une activité sur les intérêts personnels
Possibilités de sujets - Une activité pour les élèves têtus!
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Des questions que je me pose sur mon sujet.
Un sujet très spécifique
Des questions brûlantes
Ma recherche indépendante
Mes informations BOOM!
Mes informations recueillies
Pistes possibles
L'organisation de mes idées (#1 et #2)
Comment attirer l'attention de mes lecteurs?
Mon introduction planifiée (Avec sujets amenés, posés et divisés)
Écriture d'un paragraphe
Paragraphes 1, 2 et 3
Écrire une conclusion
Conclusion
De quel 'capteur d'attention' il s'agit?
Mon capteur d'attention
Auto-évaluation + buts
Critères de réussite
Corrections et révisions
Texte modèle: Le gaspillage alimentaire (1 page)
Texte modèle: L'E-Gaming - L'avenir du divertissement (3 pages + 1 page de questions)
Texte modèle: Le Titanic (2 pages + 2 pages de questions)
Texte modèle (sous forme chronologique): Les frères Wright (1 page + 1 page de questions)
Quête WEB avec questions et corrigé (excellent à laisser avec un suppléant!)
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AVID Focused Notes Digital Lesson - Writing Primary Versus Secondary Sources
By KJ Inspired Resources
Are you an AVID teacher looking for an easy way for students to learn and practice the focus note taking process while learning about primary versus secondary sources? Are your students about to begin an essay and need an explanation on using sources in writing? You came to the right place! This AVID Focused Note Taking Lesson Plan with Google Slides and Applying Learning opportunities has everything you need to have your students practice the very important skill of note taking while learning the importantce and benefits of using primary or secondary sources in their writing. This lesson is ready to go! Teach whole group OR have students follow along by sharing the google slides link with them. This way they have access to all the links provided!
What's Included:
- Lesson plan that walks you through the slides
- Video overview/explanations for students and teacher
- 40 Google Slides with links embedded throughout
- 1 editable slide to add your own information
- Embedded links for: Costa's Level of Thinking, Exit Ticket, 2 Column Notes
Note Taking Process and Lesson:
- Students will practice focused note taking while learning about using primary and secondary sources for writing.
- At the end of the lesson students will apply what they learned through a This or That game along with an exit ticket where they will find primary and secondary sources for 3 major events.
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Writing a Play - Graphic Organizer, Example, and Template
By Sign with me TOD
Writing a play is a perfect project that gives students time to write about an event that happened in their life or an event that they made up. Once they are finished, they can share it with different groups of people and have their friends play each character. This packet includes information to share with your students about what a play is, what steps to follow when writing the beginning, middle and end of a play, why we write a play, who we write a play for, and tips to look for when rereading and editing. This packet also includes an example showing the process that is used to write with a play using a graphic organizer and an example of a play. On the last several pages, two templates are included to help students write the rough draft and final draft of their play that includes space for characters, props, act, scenes, and lines to show what their characters are saying.
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Writing Organizer Bundle - 4 Graphic Organizers and Student Activities
By Kile's Classroom
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OREO Persuasive Writing, RACE writing strategy, Hamburger 5 Paragraph Essay, and Show Not Tell Descriptive Writing set- perfect to get your students on the right track for the school year! Improve the quality of your student's writing with these great mini lessons and graphic organizers with student activities!
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ECR Relay Race: Engaging STAAR Writing Prep Grades 5-8 Comprehension 12 Prompts!
By TooBookedUp
Transform STAAR writing preparation into an exhilarating adventure with our "ECR Relay Race" resource! Designed specifically for grades 6-8, this product turns the daunting task of essay writing into a collaborative, fun, and competitive experience. Dive into high-engaging topics while practicing informational, argumentative, and correspondence writing skills critical for STAAR success.
✅ Engaging Topics for Every Genre:
- Informational ECRs: Explore Texas Rodeo, Texas State Fair, and NASA's monumental contributions.
- Argumentative ECRs: Delve into captivating debates like Selena vs. Beyonce, Roblox vs. Minecraft, and Messi vs. Ronaldo.
- Correspondence ECR: Address real-world issues in letters concerning Ocean pollution, VR headsets in education, and Sports accessibility for students with disabilities.
✅ Collaborative Learning: Encourage teamwork with relay races that make writing a shared journey. Students can work together or individually, pushing them to think critically and write effectively.
✅ Interactive Progress Tracking: Watch as students advance their stick figure characters across the board with each completed paragraph, igniting a sense of accomplishment and urgency.
✅ Comprehensive ECR Refresher: Kickstart your classes with 15 slides designed to refresh students on ECR essentials, providing a solid foundation for success.
✅ Inclusive Support Materials: Includes sentence stems for each writing genre, aiding students in structuring their thoughts and arguments clearly and cohesively.
✅ Fun, Engaging, and Educational: Our resource is not just about STAAR prep; it's about creating memorable learning experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, and a love for writing.
Prepare your students for STAAR writing with a resource that’s as educational as it is exhilarating. Make test preparation something students look forward to with our ECR Relay Race. Perfect for teachers seeking innovative, engaging ways to enhance writing skills and STAAR readiness.
Biography - Example, Graphic Organizer, & Template
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Writing a biography is a fun and interesting project for your students. This provides them with the opportunity to learn about someone that interests them and share it with their peers! This packet includes information to share with your students about what a biography is, why do we write a biography, and rules to follow when writing a biography. This packet also includes an example showing the process that is used to write a biography and the steps that are taken to add onto a biography to be sure it includes a beginning, middle and end. On the last few pages, it includes a template to help students come up with possible story ideas, add onto each paragraph they will include in their biography, and a reference sheet. Space to write a rough draft as well as a final draft is included.
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