$5 - $10 6th Grade Creative Writing Projects
"A Christmas Carol": Activities and Vocabulary Bundle
By Colleen Burdette
Engaging activities for literature:
"A Christmas Carol" Vocabulary: Students will find the given words within the novel "A Christmas Carol" and record the sentence in which the word can be found. I had the students complete these sheets after reading the section of the book.
Creative activity: Students participate in an activity where they will write and illustrate their stories of Christmas past, present, and yet to come, in a way that is similar to what happens to Scrooge in the novel.
Students loved sharing their stories and hearing the hopes their classmates have for their futures.
As a culminating activity: Students read or watch A Christmas Carol and How the Grinch Stole Christmas, my students read A Christmas Carol and watched How the Grinch Stole Christmas, for an engaging activities before the holiday. They will practice comparing and contrasting in three different ways, including an exciting snowball fight.
What's included:
- Worksheets for each of the five staves of "A Christmas Carol".
- Teacher directions.
- Past, present, and yet to come templates.
- A Christmas Carol and How the Grinch Stole Christmas worksheets for notes
- Topics include: character, setting, theme, conflict, language, plot, and resolution.
- Answer keys for the students.
- A Christmas Carol and How the Grinch Stole Christmas cards for creating paper snowballs.
How is this bundle useful:
- Print and go worksheets are easy for teachers.
- Seasonal work which helps practice essential language skills.
- Answer key provided.
- Directions included.
- Students enjoy an indoor snowball fight.
- The nature of the activity causes random topics for discussion each round.
- Easy prep for teacher.
- Festive display for the holiday.
- Students use creativity to illustrate.
- Great writing practice.
- Page numbers guide students to finding the words within the text on vocabulary worksheets.
Halloween Create Your Own Urban Legend Grades 6-8 Research, Writing, Creating
By TooBookedUp
Ready to bring some mystery and creativity to your classroom? This 3-day, interdisciplinary resource will have your students crafting their very own urban legends, exploring local landmarks, developing spine-tingling characters, and writing them up as breaking news! Perfect for grades 6-8, this resource integrates creative writing, social studies, and critical thinking. Your students will love diving into the unknown while meeting CCSS standards.
This Urban Legend Resource Includes:
Guided Notes on Urban Legends – Introduce students to the eerie world of urban legends, from famous creatures like Bigfoot to local mysteries.
Haunted Local Landmark Activity – Students will brainstorm and research a spooky local landmark and use it as the setting for their urban legend.
Character or Creature Development Worksheet – Students create mysterious, frightening characters that are sure to haunt their classmates’ imaginations!
Urban Legend Newspaper Template – Students write their urban legend as a two-page newspaper article, including eyewitness accounts, historical background, and more!
Peer Editing and Sharing – Encourage collaboration and feedback as students swap stories and offer critiques.
Why You’ll Love It:
- Interdisciplinary & Engaging: This resource blends creative writing and social studies, letting students explore local history while crafting an urban legend.
- Standards Aligned: Aligned with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RI.6.1, RI.6.2, W.6.2, and SL.6.1, focusing on reading, writing, and critical thinking.
- Student-Led & Collaborative: Students get to create their own urban legend from scratch, share their ideas, and receive feedback from peers.
- Perfect for All Learners: Flexible for independent work, small group collaboration, or whole-class discussions.
- 3-Day Lesson Plan Included: Ready-to-use, structured lesson plan that walks students through the entire creative process—brainstorming, writing, and sharing!
3-Day Lesson Plan Breakdown:
- Day 1: The Haunted Local Landmark – Students choose a local landmark, research its history, and brainstorm how it will serve as the eerie setting for their urban legend.
- Day 2: Developing the Story Elements – Students create a character or creature that haunts their legend and develop a plot full of suspense.
- Day 3: Writing a Newspaper Article – Students bring their legend to life by writing it as a newspaper article, complete with eyewitness accounts, historical facts, and a chilling warning to readers!
Checklist of Benefits: ✅ Fun, spooky, and high-engagement content
✅ 3-day interdisciplinary lesson plan
✅ Perfect for creative writing and local history
✅ CCSS-aligned
✅ Collaborative and student-centered activities
✅ Ready-to-use worksheets and templates
✅ Ideal for grades 6-8
Don’t let this resource disappear into the shadows! Grab your urban legend writing kit today and bring a mysterious and fun writing experience to your classroom!
Fairy Tale Monologue and Script - Drama and Language Arts
By MsNerdWood
Fairy Tale Scenarios
This is a 3 part individual/group assignment where groups (of 4-6) are given a problem based on a well known fairy tale where students have to write and perform their solution to the problem. Students will write out a monologue individually and as a group will write the body of the script. After the groups have resolved their problem, each group member will have a chance to reflect on how their character feels after the resolution of the problem. This activity would be appropriate for middle school students. This package will provide your students with hours of entertainment that include opportunities to write and showcase their creativity. For teachers, it provides great opportunities to teach script writing, assess writing samples, dramatic performances, and to foster group cooperation.
Topics Covered:
Monologues
Script Writing
Dramatic Performances
Fairy Tales:
Cinderella: The Shoe Fits ALL Of Us!
3 Little Pigs: I’m Not Paying Insurance!
Snow White: Time To Move On?
The Ugly Ducking: Is Plastic Surgery The Answer?
Cinderella 2.0: Matters Of The Family
Rubrics Included:
Written Work – Individual First Monologue
Written Work – Individual Writing for Final Monologue
Written Work – Group – Script Writing
Performances - Individual
Performances – Group
Peer Assessment
Self-Assessment
I hope you enjoy this drama and language arts based activity.
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All About Me | CROCS Fun POV Writing Activity | Back to School Activities
By Perfectly Planned Designs
Looking for fun get to know me and a fun writing activity for the first day or week back to school? This Croc-themed All About Me includes Jibbitz (charms) students can design and add to personalize their interests. Crocs are all the rage among teens, and any teacher that presents an activity using them will receive immediate engagement and be crowned the "cool teacher." Use this activity year after year, as students get to know each other through their interests rather than completing a boring worksheet!
**A DIGITAL VERSION OF THE CROCS DESIGN ACTIVITY IS NOW INCLUDED IN THE DOWNLOAD!** Students can now fill in the text boxes and cut and paste the Jibbitz using Google Slides (or PowerPoint if downloaded).
Guage writing skills by offering a POV writing activity that's actually fun! Students will write about any day in their life...from the point of view of their Crocs!! You'll love reading the finished products.
Perfect for Back to School season to get your new batch of kiddos better acquainted with each other! Makes for a unique hallway bulletin board display as well, just in time for Open House!
This resource requires NO PREP - simply print, complete the short writing prompts, color, create and cut out Jibbitz and hang!
Boring worksheets begone!! ***CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW***
This resource includes:
- Completed Croc Sample for Demonstration
- Printable Croc Template
- Digital Croc Google Slides
- 84 Printable Color Croc Jibbitz
- 1 Blank sheet to create custom Jibbitz
- Printable POV Writing Sheet
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⭐️ TikTok
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Each set includes...
► 1-page pop culture article
► Reading Comprehension - 7 multiple choice questions
► Critical Thinking - 5 short answer questions
► Crossword Puzzle
► Design Page
► Impossible MAZE
This Pop Culture Bundle for Middle School will make your students WANT to work and stay on task as they read about high-interest trending topics among teens. Also available for High School and Upper Elementary School.
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Create Your Own Interactive Story Creative Writing & Technology Animation
By Innovations in Technology
Reignite your students interest in reading and writing as they create a story with multiple paths and possible endings in MS Word, and then animate it using MS PowerPoint. Students get a chance to read each other’s work as they peer review it too.
This lesson is great for distance learning/remote learning. You can upload it to your school's learning management system (Google Classroom, Edmodo, Canvas, etc.) or share with students via Google Drive.
This unit includes:
1. Resources for teachers and students
2. Expectations for Story Draft
3. Story Tips (Student handout)
4. Story creation template (flowchart)
5. Peer Review Expectations
6. Peer Review Critique Form
7. Expectations for Story Revision
8. Expectations for PowerPoint creation
9. PowerPoint template with hyperlinks
This project based learning assignment gives students a fun way to express themselves using both English/Language arts skills along with technology.
This interactive story project is usually one of the lessons my students mention in their end-of-year reflection as one of their favorites. I hope your students enjoy it too!
Biography - Example, Graphic Organizer, & Template
By Sign with me TOD
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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AESOP'S FABLES UNIT [WORKSHEETS & TASK CARDS]
By Richard B Williams
Teach themes and morals through this Aesop's Fable Unit [Worksheets & Task Cards] Product. 6th through 10th graders will students learn how to live with each other and learn about their world through these age-old stories. Students learn symbolism, self-reflection, and other vital lessons through their use of this unit. This Unit has 10 popular Aesop Fables pages, 30+ Comprehension questions, 10 Worksheets, Suggested Uses, 10 sets of TASK CARDS, and 50+ TASK CARDS to help make your classroom be GREAT! Check 'em out!
This Unit includes:
1. 10 Aesop Fables
2. Suggested Uses
3. 10 WORKSHEETS
4. Black & White Versions
5. 50+ TASK CARDS
6. 30 Writing prompts/Comprehension Worksheets
FABLES included:
1. The Fox & The Grapes
2. The Crow & The Pitcher
3. The Farmer & The Fox
4. The Ass & His Purchaser
5. The Ant & The Grasshopper
6. The Ass Carrying an Image
7. A Raven & A Swan
8. The Ass & The Load of Salt
9. The Hares & The Frogs
10. The Travelers & The Sea
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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!
All About Me | First Day Writing | Water Bottle Activity | Back to School | BTS
By Perfectly Planned Designs
Looking for a fun get to know me and a writing activity for the first day or week back to school? This Water Bottle themed All About Me is the perfect way to get to know your students! Decorating Hydroflasks with stickers are popular among teens, and any teacher that presents an activity using them will receive immediate engagement and be crowned the "cool teacher." Use this activity year after year, as students get to know each other through their interests rather than completing a boring worksheet!
Guage writing skills by offering a POV writing activity that's actually fun! Students will write about any day in their life...from the point of view of their Water Bottle!! You'll love reading the finished products.
Perfect for Back to School season to get your new batch of kiddos better acquainted with each other! Makes for a unique hallway bulletin board display as well, just in time for Open House!
This resource requires NO PREP - simply print, complete the short writing prompts, color, cut out and hang!
Boring worksheets begone!! ***CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW***
This resource includes:
- Completed Color Water Bottle Sample for Demonstration
- Printable Water Bottle All About Me
- POV Writing Template (PDF)
**For personal and single classroom use only. If using with multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses at the discounted rate.**
You may be interested in the Back to School Activity Bundle which features 25 printable activities that are just perfect for the first weeks of school. A cover is included if you would like to print it as a packet!
Included in the Resource:
- My Favorite Things Flower Craftivity -perfect for display
- All About Me
- Get to Know You Fortune Teller Craftivity
- Get to Know Me 3D cube activity
- Back to School Vibes - reveals secret message!!
- Class Bingo Get to Know Classmates edition
- Two Truths and a Lie
- School Rules Crossword Puzzle with solution
- This or That?
- Word Search - with 48 words
- Find the Classroom Maze - with solution
- DIY Word Search (use with names of students in your class!)
- Letter to Your New Teacher
- Letter to Your Future Self
- Message in a Bottle Writing
- School Memories Writing/Drawing
- Autobiography Writing
- Back to School Acrostic Poem
- Design a Hoodie
- Design a Book Cover
- Design a Hat and Sneaker Set
- Back to School Goal Setting
- Beginning of Year Vibes
- Setting Expectations
- Back to School Bucket List
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INCLUDES THESE HIGH-INTEREST TOPICS FOR TEENS...
⭐️ Crocs
⭐️ Netflix
⭐️ Takis
⭐️ Fortnite
⭐️ MrBeast
⭐️ Air Jordans
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6-Page Article & Activity Sets - Includes 8 Sets!
Each set includes...
► 1-page pop culture article
► Reading Comprehension - 7 multiple choice questions
► Critical Thinking - 5 short answer questions
► Crossword Puzzle
► Design Page
► Impossible MAZE
This Pop Culture Bundle for Middle School will make your students WANT to work and stay on task as they read about high-interest trending topics among teens. Also available for High School and Upper Elementary School.
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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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FUN WOMEN'S HISTORY PROJECTS & ACTIVITIES
By Richard B Williams
Are you at a loss for what to have your students do for WOMEN'S History Month? Take a gander at this EDITABLE PowerPoint. Activities that range from the typical research WOMEN's History Icons Presentations (for younger Grades) to more advanced analyses of intense topics and activities for older grades. You'll bond with your students, learn from and about your students, and have fun with them. Check em out!
This UNIT includes:
1. Song Analysis Activities
2. Movie Madness [Analyses]
3. Creative Writing Activities
4. Speech Analyses
5. Research Paper Ideas: Women Inventors, Women Entertainers, Women Athletes, etc.
6. Women Culture, and much more.
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Metaphor Poetry Group Project | Middle School | ELA | Digital Resources
By Perfectly Planned Designs
Looking for fun activities for the first days or week back to school? This Metaphor Poetry ELA Project is a fun, no-prep project your students will LOVE! It can be completed after state testing or as part of end of the year activities and will be a hit! Perfect for middle school or high school. Students will not only write a poem utilizing an extended metaphor,but they will also get creative in order to present the poem visually for a bulletin board display.
**CHECK OUT THE VIDEO PREVIEW ABOVE!
This is an activity I use in my classroom every year toward the end of the year and I know your students will love it! Although writing poetry can be daunting, this project is highly structured, forcing students to adhere to the parameters and the result is unique and guaranteed to impress once completed.
INCLUDED WITH YOUR PURCHASE:
26 Slide PDF with a step-by-step process of writing a Metaphor Poem
Printable Pre-Writing Organizer
Printable Poem Writing Template
2 Printable Bulletin Board Banners for Display - color and black & white
STUDENT GUIDELINES FOR USING THIS RESOURCE
Completed with a partner, students will analyze how writers use metaphors in poetry by looking at examples. The PDF provides multiple examples to guide students. They will then read and analyze a mentor poem and utilize the same structure to write their poem. They will love creating their poems and watching their ideas come to life! This well-organized activity allows students to effortlessly become poets, while thinking about concise and precise word choice, counting syllables to create rhythm, getting exposure to high-quality examples, and learning something new! This project should take about 2 weeks, from start to finish and is perfect for display.
***Optional Competitive Element:
I always choose Finalistsbased on poem structure, meaning and how they visualized their metaphor. I then ask another teacher to select 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners. And of course, the winners get a prize!
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Check out the Pop Culture ACTIVITY BUNDLE - your solution to no-stress lesson planning and easy print and go sub plans.
INCLUDES THESE HIGH-INTEREST TOPICS FOR TEENS...
⭐️ Crocs
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Each set includes...
► 1-page pop culture article
► Reading Comprehension - 7 multiple choice questions
► Critical Thinking - 5 short answer questions
► Crossword Puzzle
► Design Page
► Impossible MAZE
This Pop Culture Bundle for Middle School will make your students WANT to work and stay on task as they read about high-interest trending topics among teens. Also available for High School and Upper Elementary School.
Have a question?
Please check out the Q&A section or message me and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.
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ANANSI [THE SPIDER] FOLKTALE STORIES
By Richard B Williams
Teach themes and morals through this ANANSI [the spider] STORIES resource. Middle through 9th graders will students learn how to live with each other and learn about their world through these age-old stories. Students learn symbolism, self-reflection, and other vital lessons through their use of this unit. This Unit has 5 popular ANANSI Folk Tales, 15 Comprehension questions, Suggested Uses, and 11 PROJECTS to help make your classroom be GREAT! Check 'em out!
This Resource includes:
1. 5 ANANSI TALES
2. LESSONS FROM ANANSI STORIES [TEACHER NOTES]
3. 11 Lesson plan activities/Projects
4. 15 MULTIPLE CHOICE/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
5. YOUTUBE videos for each folktale to add multimodal parts to your lesson
6. Answer Keys Provided
FOLKTALES included:
1. ANANSI and the WISDOM POT
2. ANANSI and the TURTLE'S DINNER
3. ANANSI and the MAGIC ROCK
4. ANANSI and the EAR OF CORN
5. ANANSI and the TALKING MELON
You may also appreciate:
- SEVENTH GRADE [LESSON PLANS and TEACHER NOTES]
- HIGH HORSE GOES COURTING [LESSON ACTIVITIES]
- THE OPEN WINDOW [LESSON ACTIVITIES]
- AN OCCURRENCE AT OWL CREEK BRIDGE [TASK CARDS]
- THE SNIPER [TASK CARDS]
- A WORN PATH [TASK CARDS]
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All About Me | CONVERSE First Day Writing | Fun Activity | Back to School | BTS
By Perfectly Planned Designs
Looking for fun get to know me and writing activities for the first day or week back to school? This Converse-themed All About Me is the perfect way to get to know your students! Converse sneakers are popular among teens, and any teacher that presents an activity using them will receive immediate engagement and be crowned the "cool teacher." Use this activity year after year, as students get to know each other through their interests rather than completing a boring worksheet!
Guage writing skills by offering a POV writing activity that's actually fun! Students will write about any day in their life...from the point of view of their Converse!! You'll love reading the finished products.
Perfect for Back to School season to get your new batch of kiddos better acquainted with each other! Makes for a unique hallway bulletin board display as well, just in time for Open House!
This resource requires NO PREP - simply print, complete the short writing prompts, color, cut out and hang!
Boring worksheets begone!! ***CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW***
This resource includes:
- Completed Color Converse Sample for Demonstration
- Printable Converse All About Me
- POV Writing Template (PDF)
**For personal and single classroom use only. If using with multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses at the discounted rate.**
You may be interested in the Back to School Activity Bundle which features 25 printable activities that are just perfect for the first weeks of school. A cover is included if you would like to print it as a packet!
Included in the Resource:
- My Favorite Things Flower Craftivity -perfect for display
- All About Me
- Get to Know You Fortune Teller Craftivity
- Get to Know Me 3D cube activity
- Back to School Vibes - reveals secret message!!
- Class Bingo Get to Know Classmates edition
- Two Truths and a Lie
- School Rules Crossword Puzzle with solution
- This or That?
- Word Search - with 48 words
- Find the Classroom Maze - with solution
- DIY Word Search (use with names of students in your class!)
- Letter to Your New Teacher
- Letter to Your Future Self
- Message in a Bottle Writing
- School Memories Writing/Drawing
- Autobiography Writing
- Back to School Acrostic Poem
- Design a Hoodie
- Design a Book Cover
- Design a Hat and Sneaker Set
- Back to School Goal Setting
- Beginning of Year Vibes
- Setting Expectations
- Back to School Bucket List
⭐️ LOOKING FOR MORE RELATABLE ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS?
Check out the Pop Culture ACTIVITY BUNDLE - your solution to no-stress lesson planning and easy print and go sub plans.
INCLUDES THESE HIGH-INTEREST TOPICS FOR TEENS...
⭐️ Crocs
⭐️ Netflix
⭐️ Takis
⭐️ Fortnite
⭐️ MrBeast
⭐️ Air Jordans
⭐️ TikTok
⭐️ OpenAI
6-Page Article & Activity Sets - Includes 8 Sets!
Each set includes...
► 1-page pop culture article
► Reading Comprehension - 7 multiple choice questions
► Critical Thinking - 5 short answer questions
► Crossword Puzzle
► Design Page
► Impossible MAZE
This Pop Culture Bundle for Middle School will make your students WANT to work and stay on task as they read about high-interest trending topics among teens. Also available for High School and Upper Elementary School.
Have a question?
Please check out the Q&A section or message me and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.
Don't forget to leave me feedback! I love to hear what my buyers say, how the product worked for them, and any feedback I can use to improve my product! (It also earns you points towards future TeachShare Purchases)
**For personal and single classroom use only. If using with multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses at the discounted rate.**
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ANANSI [THE SPIDER] FOLKTALE STORIES
By Richard B Williams
Teach themes and morals through this ANANSI [the spider] STORIES resource. Middle through 9th graders will students learn how to live with each other and learn about their world through these age-old stories. Students learn symbolism, self-reflection, and other vital lessons through their use of this unit. This Unit has 5 popular ANANSI Folk Tales, 15 Comprehension questions, Suggested Uses, and 11 PROJECTS to help make your classroom be GREAT! Check 'em out!
This Resource includes:
1. 5 ANANSI TALES
2. LESSONS FROM ANANSI STORIES [TEACHER NOTES]
3. 11 Lesson plan activities/Projects
4. 15 MULTIPLE CHOICE/DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
5. YOUTUBE videos for each folktale to add multimodal parts to your lesson
6. Answer Keys Provided
FOLKTALES included:
1. ANANSI and the WISDOM POT
2. ANANSI and the TURTLE'S DINNER
3. ANANSI and the MAGIC ROCK
4. ANANSI and the EAR OF CORN
5. ANANSI and the TALKING MELON
You may also appreciate:
- SEVENTH GRADE [LESSON PLANS and TEACHER NOTES]
- HIGH HORSE GOES COURTING [LESSON ACTIVITIES]
- THE OPEN WINDOW [LESSON ACTIVITIES]
- AN OCCURRENCE AT OWL CREEK BRIDGE [TASK CARDS]
- THE SNIPER [TASK CARDS]
- A WORN PATH [TASK CARDS]
PLEASE CONSIDER JOINING ME ON THESE SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS:
TheAngryTeacherBLOG
EMAIL LIST
Youtube
TIKTOK
Hey Angry Teacher Fam,
I'm Richard Williams, The Angry Teacher. I've been teaching for 20+ years, and have amassed quite a bit of knowledge to share. Please consider joining the Angry Teacher family; we'll enjoy having you in the fam!
Please consider checking out the other EDUCATIONAL materials and resources in my store.
Also, guys, remember that leaving REVIEWS is a way that TeachShare gives you credit on products! So let's do it!
Thanks for stopping by!
All About Me | First Day Writing | Air Jordan Fun Activity | Back to School |BTS
By Perfectly Planned Designs
Looking for afun get to know me and a writing activity for the first day or week back to school? This Jordans-themed Nike sneaker All About Me is the perfect way to get to know your students! Jordans are popular among teens, and any teacher that presents an activity using them will receive immediate engagement and be crowned the "cool teacher." Use this activity year after year, as students get to know each other through their interests rather than completing a boring worksheet!
Guage writing skills by offering a POV writing activity that's actually fun! Students will write about any day in their life...from the point of view of their Jordans!! You'll love reading the finished products.
Perfect for Back to School season to get your new batch of kiddos better acquainted with each other! Makes for a unique hallway bulletin board display as well, just in time for Open House!
This resource requires NO PREP - simply print, complete the short writing prompts, color, cut out and hang!
Boring worksheets begone!! ***CHECK OUT THE PREVIEW***
This resource includes:
- Completed Color Jordans Sample for Demonstration
- Printable Air Jordans All About Me
- POV Writing Template (PDF)
**For personal and single classroom use only. If using with multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses at the discounted rate.**
You may be interested in the Back to School Activity Bundle which features 25 printable activities that are just perfect for the first weeks of school. A cover is included if you would like to print it as a packet!
Included in the Resource:
- My Favorite Things Flower Craftivity -perfect for display
- All About Me
- Get to Know You Fortune Teller Craftivity
- Get to Know Me 3D cube activity
- Back to School Vibes - reveals secret message!!
- Class Bingo Get to Know Classmates edition
- Two Truths and a Lie
- School Rules Crossword Puzzle with solution
- This or That?
- Word Search - with 48 words
- Find the Classroom Maze - with solution
- DIY Word Search (use with names of students in your class!)
- Letter to Your New Teacher
- Letter to Your Future Self
- Message in a Bottle Writing
- School Memories Writing/Drawing
- Autobiography Writing
- Back to School Acrostic Poem
- Design a Hoodie
- Design a Book Cover
- Design a Hat and Sneaker Set
- Back to School Goal Setting
- Beginning of Year Vibes
- Setting Expectations
- Back to School Bucket List
⭐️ LOOKING FOR MORE RELATABLE ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS?
Check out the Pop Culture ACTIVITY BUNDLE - your solution to no-stress lesson planning and easy print and go sub plans.
INCLUDES THESE HIGH-INTEREST TOPICS FOR TEENS...
⭐️ Crocs
⭐️ Netflix
⭐️ Takis
⭐️ Fortnite
⭐️ MrBeast
⭐️ Air Jordans
⭐️ TikTok
⭐️ OpenAI
6-Page Article & Activity Sets - Includes 8 Sets!
Each set includes...
► 1-page pop culture article
► Reading Comprehension - 7 multiple choice questions
► Critical Thinking - 5 short answer questions
► Crossword Puzzle
► Design Page
► Impossible MAZE
This Pop Culture Bundle for Middle School will make your students WANT to work and stay on task as they read about high-interest trending topics among teens. Also available for High School and Upper Elementary School.
Have a question?
Please check out the Q&A section or message me and I'll get back to you within 24 hours.
Don't forget to leave me feedback! I love to hear what my buyers say, how the product worked for them, and any feedback I can use to improve my product! (It also earns you points towards future TeachShare Purchases)
**For personal and single classroom use only. If using with multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses at the discounted rate.**
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