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Desert Plant Adaptations Informational Reading Passages and Research NGSS 3-LS2
By Science and STEAM Team
This resource contains an informational reading passage about adaptations that a cactus makes to survive in the desert. There is also a brief passage about deserts. These articles are in color and black and white. There are also four posters of desert plants in bloom, graphic organizers for students to fill out as they read and do research. Suggestions are offered for the teacher as well as for student-appropriate websites to use for research
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⭐ Plant Adaptations Informational Reading Passages and Activities #2
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⭐ Endangered Plants: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5
⭐ Endangered Plants: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5 in Black and White
⭐ Invasive Plant Species: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5
⭐ Animal Adaptations: Five Informational Reading Passages
⭐ Animal Adaptations #2: Six Informational Reading Passages
⭐ Animal Adaptation Posters
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Helen Keller: The Story of My Life "Water" - Text Based Analysis Writing Prompt
By Write On with Jamie
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Water" from The Story of My Life by Helen Keller has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative 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 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.
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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This Citing Text Evidence Argumentative / Argument writing prompt lesson includes:
Entertaining Instructional Video with:
- 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
Detailed Lesson Plan with:
- Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
- Instructional Focus
- Instructional Procedures
- Objectives/Goals
- Direct Instruction
- 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
PowerPoint 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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- Citing Text Evidence Writing Prompts
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Cause & Effect Tongue Twister Writing Activities
By Beth Hammett
STEM/STEAM are lots of fun with this tangled tongue twister story that teaches tornado facts and cause and effect! Each slide includes a fun tongue twister that provides information along with a Tornado Fact box with additional info. Includes great safety acronyms for saving lives! This packet is focused on cause and effect and expository writing that addresses STEM/STEAM topics.
The packet also includes:
Cause & Effect Chart
Crossword Puzzle with Answers
Expository Writings (Argument, Compare/Contrast, Persuasive)
Hands-on Extension Activities
Fact Based Information and Writings
Maze
Test Questions & Answers for Assessment
Real Tornado Images
2 Safety Acronyms for Saving Lives
Working with Chronological/Sequential Order
Word Play Tongue Twisters
Word Search with Answers
Great for across curriculum connections between English and Science! Uses critical thinking and problem solving skills. Can be used for AP, GT, homeschooling. Meets CCSS and state writing standards. Fun, engaging, and educational learning packet.
FINDING ARGUMENTS [Analyzing Arguments]
By Richard B Williams
The Argument Document: Analyzing Arguments product is a wonderful for students to breakdown an article or document for analysis. This product can be used as a Workbook packet. It has 6 Worksheet pages, Suggested Uses, 2+ types of worksheets: 2 Argumentation Chart with black & White versions. High school students get to practice identifying claims and textual evidence to write an Argumentative Essay. Check it out!
In this product:
1. Suggested Uses
2. 4+ Types of Worksheets
3. Workbook format provided
4. Black and white version and more to make your classroom GREAT!
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Reading Comprehension Graphic Organizers-Annotating Fiction, Nonfiction, Poetry
By Amanda Robinson
Since the Pandemic, so much has gone digital, including testing--both campus and state testing. If your campus and/or state has made the switch to online testing, and you are looking for strategies to help your students adapt their annotating strategies, these graphic organizers can help!
This product includes graphic organizers for poetry (TPCASTT format) and text (can be used for fiction or informational) and is designed to be a gradual release model:
- Students use fully-structured graphic organizers to guide annotating during online testing
- Teachers can print graphic organizers as posters, and blank organizers w/ no text are included to help students transition from guided annotations
- Finally students will be able to transition from graphic organizers to being able to annotate freely using scratch or notebook paper
What You Get
- Poetry (TPCASTT) structured graphic organizer
- Text (Fiction or Informational) structured graphic organizer
-This can be customized to add personal teacher tips or specific classroom annotation symbols or Signposts
- Blank Poetry (TPCASTT) graphic organizer (no text)
- Blank Text (Fiction or Informational) graphic organizer (no text)
-Graphic Organizers can also be printed by the teacher in a poster size as a classroom anchor chart.
Celebrating Diversity In Nature
By Caramel Bear Classroom
Product Description:
In our increasingly diverse and multicultural society, it’s more important than ever for teachers to foster inclusion and awareness in the classroom. The increase in diversity doesn’t only relate to race and ethnicity; it can include students of different religions, economic statuses, gender identities, and students with disabilities. Teachers can encourage acceptance and help students to thrive in our diverse world.
This product is designed to make comparisons of diversity in nature and how people can be very diverse. There is beauty in both. It is what makes us unique.
Included in this Product:
- 3 Informational Text passages on Diversity in Trees and Diversity in People.
- 3 corresponding comprehension activities including a Venn Diagram for a compare and contrast activity, a matching activity, and an art extension activity.
- A list of character traits to go along with the art project.
- A suggested book list for readings about trees.
- A suggested book list on the Diversity of People and all living things.
The Impact of Agriculture and Industry on the Environment Reading Comprehension
By Science and STEAM Team
This resource contains two non-fiction texts. One about the history of agriculture and the problems of agriculture is having on the environment. The second passage is about the history and impact of industries on the environment
There is a lesson plan to follow and worksheets to go along with this.
The passages were written with fifth graders in mind, but the information is very interesting and would be useful for upper grades as well.
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⭐ Animal Adaptations: Five Informational Reading Passages
⭐ Animal Intelligence: Reading Passages and Activities
⭐ Land Biomes of the United States: Six Informational Reading Passages
⭐ Plant Adaptations Informational Reading Passages and Activities
⭐ Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Reading Passages for NGSS
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Argumentative Writing Prompt Rubric, Graphic Organizer - Legalize Marijuana
By Write On with Jamie
Introducing argumentative writing has never been easier! This in-depth argumentative writing prompt lesson guides students through the step-by-step process of drafting an argumentative outline using an argumentative graphic organizer. The lesson will demonstrate developing a claim, reasons, and evidence, refuting an opposing viewpoint, and writing an opinion essay.
The topic of this resource is - Should Marijuana Be Legalized?
Introducing argumentative writing has never been easier! This in-depth argumentative writing prompt lesson guides students through the step-by-step process of drafting an argumentative outline using an argumentative graphic organizer. The lesson 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.
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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This Argumentative / Argument Essay Writing Prompt lesson 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
Detailed Lesson Plan with:
- Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
- Instructional Focus
- Instructional Procedures
- Objectives/Goals
- Direct Instruction
- Guided Practice
- Enrichment
- Differentiation
- ESE Strategies
- ELL Strategies
- I Can Statement
- Essential Question
Argumentative Writing 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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- Should Teachers Be Armed in School?
- Should the Border Wall Be Expanded?
- Is Bullying a Problem in Schools?
- Should the Electoral College Be Abolished?
- Is Fake News a Problem?
- Is Free Trade Necessary?
- Are Gun Control Laws Necessary?
- Is Universal Health Care Needed?
- Is Immigration Reform Necessary?
- Should Marijuana Be Legalized?
- Does Mental Health Treatment Need More Funding?
- Should National Anthem Protests Be Allowed?
- How Should the Opioid Crisis Be Solved?
- Should Prayer Be Allowed in Public Schools?
- Is Special Interest Lobbying Undermining Democracy?
- Should Student Protests Be Allowed?
- Should Vaccinations Be Required?
- Should ID be Required to Vote?
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- Should Violence on TV Programs Intended for Children be Banned?
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Earth Day Plastics in Our Lives Reading Comprehension Informational Text MS-3ESS
By Science and STEAM Team
Do you want your students to understand the positives and negatives of plastics in our everyday lives?
This article tells about the history of plastics, the pros of plastics, and the problems with plastics today. There is a graphic organizer for students to fill out as they read.
The passages were written with middle schoolers in mind, but the information is very interesting and would be useful for other grades as well.
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The Difference a City Year Makes - Text Analysis Writing Prompt, Text Evidence
By Write On with Jamie
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "The Difference a City Year Makes" from The Boston Herald has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository / informative essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository 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 informative writing skills. The writing quiz reinforces guided note-taking techniques when used in conjunction with the instructional video. The detailed lesson plans make implementing expository 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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This Citing Text Evidence Expository / Informative writing prompt lesson includes:
Entertaining Instructional Video with:
- Brainstorming ideas
- Prompt identification and comprehension
- Thesis statement development
- Rubric explanation
- How to Write an Expository Essay tutorial and writing template
- How to Write an Expository Essay writing quiz / guided note-taking
Detailed Lesson Plan with:
- Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
- Instructional Focus
- Instructional Procedures
- Objectives/Goals
- Direct Instruction
- 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 Expository 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 Expository Essay tutorial and writing template slides
- Checklist slide
Expository Writing Quiz
Expository Rubric
Expository Graphic Organizer
Google Slides™
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Check out my other Middle School Text Based Analysis Writing Prompts:
- Text Analysis Writing Prompts
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Invasive Species Reading Comprehension Passages
By Science and STEAM Team
This resource contains five non-fiction texts about plants that are considered invasive species. It was made for the MS-LS2-4 and 5 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics NGSS. It covers the following invasive species:
Japanese Honeysuckle
Kudzu
Norway Maple
Purple Loosestrife
Water Hyacinth
There are graphic organizers to fill in as the students are reading. There is a link to a video, as well as a couple of other suggestions!
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Related Resources
⭐ Invasive Species - Animals NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5 in Color
⭐ Middle School NGSS Checklist
⭐ Back to School: Common Science Misconceptions for Middle School
⭐ Famous Scientists Bulletin Board Posters for Middle School
⭐ Famous Engineer and Inventor Posters for Middle School
⭐ Famous Mathematicians Posters for Middle School
⭐ Famous People in the Area of STEM Posters for Middle School BUNDLE
⭐ Types of Energy Posters for upper elementary and middle school
Other Reading Passages
⚛ Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Reading Passages for NGSS
⚛ Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Reading Passages for NGSS - Black and White
⚛ What are Decomposers? Reading Passage for NGSS 5-LS2-1
⚛ Ticks and Lyme Disease Awareness
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Why We Love Baseball by Mike Newman - Text Analysis Writing Prompt Text Evidence
By Write On with Jamie
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Why We Love Baseball" by Mark Newman has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository / informative essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository 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 informative writing skills. The writing quiz reinforces guided note-taking techniques when used in conjunction with the instructional video. The detailed lesson plans make implementing expository 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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This Citing Text Evidence Expository / Informative writing prompt lesson includes:
Entertaining Instructional Video with:
- Brainstorming ideas
- Prompt identification and comprehension
- Thesis statement development
- Rubric explanation
- How to Write an Expository Essay tutorial and writing template
- How to Write an Expository Essay writing quiz / guided note-taking
Detailed Lesson Plan with:
- Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
- Instructional Focus
- Instructional Procedures
- Objectives/Goals
- Direct Instruction
- 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 Expository 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 Expository Essay tutorial and writing template slides
- Checklist slide
Expository Writing Quiz
Expository Rubric
Expository Graphic Organizer
Google Slides™
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Check out my other Middle School Text Based Analysis Writing Prompts:
- Text Analysis Writing Prompts
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Endangered Plants Non-Fiction Texts for Reading Comprehension and Activity
By Science and STEAM Team
This resource contains five non-fiction texts about endangered plants. It was made for the MS-LS2-4 and 5 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics NGSS. It covers the following endangered plant species:
Georgia Aster
Golden Barrel Cactus
Green Pitcher Plant
Rafflesia
Venus Fly Trap
There are graphic organizers to fill in as the students are reading. There is a link to a video, as well as a couple of other suggestions!
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Related Resources
⭐ Endangered Plants: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5
⭐ Invasive Plant Species: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5
⭐ Plant Adaptations Informational Reading Passages and Activities
⭐ Plant Adaptations Informational Reading Passages and Activities #2
⭐ Invasive Animal Species: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5
⭐ Invasive Species - Animals NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5 in Black and White
⭐ Middle School NGSS Checklist
⭐ Back to School: Common Science Misconceptions for Middle School
⭐ Famous Scientists Bulletin Board Posters for Middle School
⭐ Famous Engineer and Inventor Posters for Middle School
⭐ Famous Mathematicians Posters for Middle School
⭐ Famous People in the Area of STEM Posters for Middle School BUNDLE
⭐ Types of Energy Posters for upper elementary and middle school
Other Reading Passages
⚛ Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Reading Passages for NGSS
⚛ Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Reading Passages for NGSS - Black and White
⚛ What are Decomposers? Reading Passage for NGSS 5-LS2-1
⚛ Ticks and Lyme Disease Awareness
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Jackie Robinson: Justice at Last - Text Analysis Writing Prompt, Text Evidence
By Write On with Jamie
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Jackie Robinson: Justice at Last" by Geoffrey C. Ward and Ken Burns has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository / informative essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository 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 informative writing skills. The writing quiz reinforces guided note-taking techniques when used in conjunction with the instructional video. The detailed lesson plans make implementing expository 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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This Citing Text Evidence Expository / Informative writing prompt lesson includes:
Entertaining Instructional Video with:
- Brainstorming ideas
- Prompt identification and comprehension
- Thesis statement development
- Rubric explanation
- How to Write an Expository Essay tutorial and writing template
- How to Write an Expository Essay writing quiz / guided note-taking
Detailed Lesson Plan with:
- Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
- Instructional Focus
- Instructional Procedures
- Objectives/Goals
- Direct Instruction
- 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 Expository 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 Expository Essay tutorial and writing template slides
- Checklist slide
Expository Writing Quiz
Expository Rubric
Expository Graphic Organizer
Google Slides™
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Check out my other Middle School Text Based Analysis Writing Prompts:
- Text Analysis Writing Prompts
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Connect with me for the latest Write On! with Jamie news:
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The Carbon Cycle and the Greenhouse Effect Articles for Reading Comprehension
By Science and STEAM Team
Do you want your students to understand the carbon cycle process and the greenhouse effect?
This resource contains two informational reading passages. One about the carbon cycle. It comes with a diagram that students can label after reading the passage to show their understanding. The second passage is about the greenhouse effect and has a short fill in the blank, so they can summarize their understanding.
The passages were written with middle schoolers in mind, but the information is very interesting and would be useful for other grades as well.
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Argumentative Writing Prompt Rubric, Graphic Organizer, Outline - Vaccinations
By Write On with Jamie
Introducing argumentative writing has never been easier! This in-depth argumentative writing prompt lesson guides students through the step-by-step process of drafting an argumentative outline using an argumentative graphic organizer. The lesson will demonstrate developing a claim, reasons, and evidence, refuting an opposing viewpoint, and writing an opinion essay.
The topic of this resource is - Should Vaccinations / Vaccines Be Required?
Introducing argumentative writing has never been easier! This in-depth argumentative writing prompt lesson guides students through the step-by-step process of drafting an argumentative outline using an argumentative graphic organizer. The lesson 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.
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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This Argumentative / Argument Essay Writing Prompt lesson 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
Detailed Lesson Plan with:
- Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
- Instructional Focus
- Instructional Procedures
- Objectives/Goals
- Direct Instruction
- Guided Practice
- Enrichment
- Differentiation
- ESE Strategies
- ELL Strategies
- I Can Statement
- Essential Question
Argumentative Writing 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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The lessons in the Middle School Argumentative Writing - Social Issues Unit include:
- Should Teachers Be Armed in School?
- Should the Border Wall Be Expanded?
- Is Bullying a Problem in Schools?
- Should the Electoral College Be Abolished?
- Is Fake News a Problem?
- Is Free Trade Necessary?
- Are Gun Control Laws Necessary?
- Is Universal Health Care Needed?
- Is Immigration Reform Necessary?
- Should Marijuana Be Legalized?
- Does Mental Health Treatment Need More Funding?
- Should National Anthem Protests Be Allowed?
- How Should the Opioid Crisis Be Solved?
- Should Prayer Be Allowed in Public Schools?
- Is Special Interest Lobbying Undermining Democracy?
- Should Student Protests Be Allowed?
- Should Vaccinations Be Required?
- Should ID be Required to Vote?
Plus a FREE Argumentative Writing Lesson with bundle purchase:
- Should Violence on TV Programs Intended for Children be Banned?
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Invasive Species Reading Comprehension Passages
By Science and STEAM Team
This resource contains five non-fiction texts about plants that are considered invasive species. It was made for the MS-LS2-4 and 5 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics NGSS. It covers the following invasive species:
Japanese Honeysuckle
Kudzu
Norway Maple
Purple Loosestrife
Water Hyacinth
There are graphic organizers to fill in as the students are reading. There is a link to a video, as well as a couple of other suggestions!
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⭐ Invasive Animal Species: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5
⭐ Invasive Species - Animals NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5 in Black and White
⭐ Middle School NGSS Checklist
⭐ Back to School: Common Science Misconceptions for Middle School
⭐ Famous Scientists Bulletin Board Posters for Middle School
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⭐ Famous Mathematicians Posters for Middle School
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⭐ Types of Energy Posters for upper elementary and middle school
Other Reading Passages
⚛ Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Reading Passages for NGSS
⚛ Renewable and Nonrenewable Energy Reading Passages for NGSS - Black and White
⚛ What are Decomposers? Reading Passage for NGSS 5-LS2-1
⚛ Ticks and Lyme Disease Awareness
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Memories of an All-American Girl - Text Based Analysis Writing Prompt Unit
By Write On with Jamie
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Memories of an All-American Girl" by Carmen Pauls has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an opinion essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an argumentative writing graphic organizer, rubric, argumentative writing quiz, and an argumentative 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 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.
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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This Citing Text Evidence Argumentative / Argument writing prompt lesson includes:
Entertaining Instructional Video with:
- 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
Detailed Lesson Plan with:
- Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
- Instructional Focus
- Instructional Procedures
- Objectives/Goals
- Direct Instruction
- 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
PowerPoint 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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- Citing Text Evidence Writing Prompts
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Plant Adaptations Informational Reading Passages and Activities Black and White
By Science and STEAM Team
Our #1 selling plant adaptations resource is now in black and white!
This resource contains five informational reading passages about plant adaptations. It was made for the NGSS 3-LS2 Ecosystems: Interactions, Energy, and Dynamics. It covers the following plants in the following ecosystems:
Cactus
Seaweed
Bearberry
Water Lily
Maple Tree
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⭐ Plant Adaptations Informational Reading Passages and Activities #2
⭐ Plant Adaptation Posters
⭐ Endangered Plants: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5
⭐ Endangered Plants: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5 in Black and White
⭐ Invasive Plant Species: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5
⭐ Plant Needs: NGSS Leveled Readers for Primary Grades
⭐ Animal Adaptations: Five Informational Reading Passages
⭐ Animal Adaptations #2 : Six Informational Reading Passages
⭐ Animal Adaptation Posters
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Rescuers to Carry Oxygen Masks for Pets - Text Based Analysis Writing Prompt
By Write On with Jamie
Introducing how to write a literary analysis essay citing text evidence for "Rescuers to Carry Oxygen Masks for Pets" from The Associated Press has never been easier! This in-depth text dependent analysis (TDA) writing prompt resource guides students through a step-by-step process of writing an expository / informative essay with textual evidence as support. It includes an expository writing graphic organizer, rubric, expository writing quiz, and an expository 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 informative writing skills. The writing quiz reinforces guided note-taking techniques when used in conjunction with the instructional video. The detailed lesson plans make implementing expository 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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This Citing Text Evidence Expository / Informative writing prompt lesson includes:
Entertaining Instructional Video with:
- Brainstorming ideas
- Prompt identification and comprehension
- Thesis statement development
- Rubric explanation
- How to Write an Expository Essay tutorial and writing template
- How to Write an Expository Essay writing quiz / guided note-taking
Detailed Lesson Plan with:
- Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
- Instructional Focus
- Instructional Procedures
- Objectives/Goals
- Direct Instruction
- 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 Expository 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 Expository Essay tutorial and writing template slides
- Checklist slide
Expository Writing Quiz
Expository Rubric
Expository Graphic Organizer
Google Slides™
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Check out my other Middle School Text Based Analysis Writing Prompts:
- Text Analysis Writing Prompts
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Copyright © Write On! with Jamie. All rights reserved by author. All components of this product are to be used by the original downloader only. Copying for more than one teacher, classroom, department, school, or school system is prohibited unless additional licenses are purchased. This product may not be distributed or displayed digitally for public view. Failure to comply is a copyright infringement and a violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). Clipart and elements found in this product are copyrighted and cannot be extracted and used outside of this file without permission or license. Intended for classroom and personal use ONLY.