Less than $5 7th Grade Creative Writing Printables

Tell your own story:

Students enjoy telling their own Christmas stories. In this project, 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.

I used this as a cumulative activity after the students had read the novel and before Christmas Break.

Students loved sharing their stories and hearing the hopes their classmates have for their futures.

What's included:

• Teacher directions.
• Past, present, and yet to come templates.

Why this product is useful:

• Easy prep for teacher.
• Festive display for the holiday.
• Students use creativity to illustrate.
• Great writing practice.

This is a fun, creative writing assignment you could give to your students during the month of October. Students will get to choose their own Halloween topic and then follow the instructions to write their own Cinquain.

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Looking for a lesson that’s spooky AND standards-aligned? Your students will be haunted by curiosity as they dive into the eerie tale of the Bell Witch! Perfect for grades 6-8, this two-day lesson plan takes students on a thrilling exploration of one of America’s oldest ghost stories while building essential reading and writing skills. Whether they believe in the supernatural or not, they’ll be engaged and eager to investigate the legend while meeting CCSS standards.

This Bell Witch Urban Legends Resource Includes: Elements of Urban Legends – A comprehensive mini-lesson that breaks down the mysterious features of urban legends, focusing on storytelling, culture, and the supernatural.
Bell Witch Informational Text – A captivating article about the legend of the Bell Witch and her terrifying haunt of the Bell family in early 19th-century Tennessee.
Character Profile Worksheet – Students will analyze key details from the article to create a legendary profile of the Bell Witch.
Bell Witch Comprehension Quiz – A 10-question quiz to assess students’ ability to infer, analyze, and comprehend textual evidence using STAAR-like questions.
✍️ Spooky Story Starter – A chilling writing prompt that will have your students crafting their own thrilling endings to the Bell Witch saga.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Engaging & Spooky: Ghost stories never go out of style! This lesson will hook students with the thrilling mystery of the Bell Witch, perfect for a spooky classroom theme.
• Standards Aligned: Fully aligned with CCSS standards (RI.6.1, RI.6.2, RI.6.5, W.6.2) to help students improve critical thinking, reading comprehension, and writing skills.
• Critical Thinking & Creativity: Students will analyze the text, draw inferences, and use evidence, while also engaging in creative writing with a suspenseful story starter.
• Two-Day Lesson Plan: A structured, easy-to-follow two-day lesson plan that includes reading, group activities, comprehension, and creative writing.
• Flexible for All Learning Styles: This resource can be used for independent work, small groups, whole-class activities, and even Socratic seminars.

Suggested Uses:

• Reading Comprehension: Use the article and quiz to teach important skills such as identifying the central idea, supporting details, and making inferences.
• Creative Writing: Engage students' imaginations as they write their own spooky stories, inspired by the Bell Witch.
• Classroom Discussions: Use this resource for thoughtful discussions about why ghost stories and urban legends endure in culture.
• Socratic Seminars: Guide students in discussing how storytelling reflects cultural fears and beliefs.

Checklist of Benefits: ✅ Captivating Bell Witch legend for spooky-themed learning
✅ Standards-aligned (CCSS) for grades 6-8
✅ Builds critical thinking and reading comprehension skills
✅ Engages students in both creative and analytical tasks
✅ Includes a 10-question STAAR-like quiz
✅ Perfect for 2-day classroom instruction
✅ Flexible for a variety of classroom activities

Don’t let this resource vanish into thin air—grab your Bell Witch urban legend lesson plan today and make learning hauntingly fun for your students!

Egg-citement fills the air! Your students have stumbled upon a mysterious egg, unlike any they've seen before. But wait, there's more! The egg hatches, revealing a creature NOT A bunny! This activity provides the perfect opportunity for students to practice narrative writing in descriptive paragraphs, capturing the wonder and surprise of this extraordinary discovery.

What's Included?

• Egg Design Template: A blank egg template allows students to unleash their creativity and illustrate the mysterious egg before it hatches. Encourage them to consider its size, color, patterns, or any unique features that set it apart.
• Narrative Writing Prompt:
  A writing prompt guides students through the storytelling process:

1. Discovery: Describe the scene where you find the egg. Where are you? What are you doing? How do you discover the egg? Use vivid details to paint a picture for your reader.
2. Mystery: The egg is unlike any you've seen before! Describe its appearance in detail. What is its size, color, texture, or any other remarkable features that pique your curiosity?
3. Hatching Time! Suspense builds as the egg begins to crack. Describe the sounds and sights leading to the big reveal. What emotions do you feel?
4. Surprise! The egg hatches, but instead of a bunny, a creature unlike any you've ever seen emerges! Describe this unexpected creature in detail. Focus on its appearance, size, and any unique features that make it special.
5. A New Friend? The story doesn't end here! What happens next? Do you befriend the creature? Do you embark on an adventure together? Leave the ending open for students to use their imaginations and create a unique conclusion.

⭐Narrative Writings:

Benny the Bunny - Speaks on Easter Day

Earth Layers

Turkey Escaped Dinner

Trapped in a Snow Globe

Snowman Came to Life**⭐**

⭐More for Easter:

Rename Fractions | Easter/Spring Bunnies**⭐**

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Quick and easy end of the year activity! Students write questions that are specific to their class and you use those to build a trivia game or a kahoot! Great way to remember fun events and adds a nice game element to the end of the year!

Includes a pdf with 2 options - Class Kahoot or Class Trivia. Either one can be used depending if you have technology or not.

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Celebrate Mom with Fun & Creative Activities: 5 Mother's Day Worksheets!

This packet is bursting with engaging worksheets that will help kids show their moms some extra love on Mother's Day! Explore mom's amazing qualities, create a special timeline of her life, connect through shared interests, and even plan a delicious treat or fun activity together.

These worksheets are perfect for grades 6-8 and can be completed independently or as a classroom activity.

Worksheet 1: Mom's Masterpieces

Objective: Students celebrate their mom's talents and contributions.

Worksheet 2: My Mom, the Multitasker

Objective**:** Students appreciate the many roles their mom plays.

Worksheet 3: Through the Decades

Objective: Students explore their mom's life experiences and connect with her history.

Worksheet 4: Mom's Movie Moments

Objective: Students connect with their mom through shared interests and create a fun memory.

Worksheet 5: A Recipe for Mom

Objective: Students plan a special meal or activity for their mom.

This packet contains 25 daily writing prompts (April-themed), and 19 pages of theme-shaped, primary lined writing paper.

There are 25 different prompts, which include varied writing styles : Steps, Opinion, Persuasive, Creative, and Personal.

To go with the prompts, you receive 19 different theme-shaped journaling pages with primary lines. (Suggestions for which journal page to use are given under each prompt in small print.)

See the bottom of this page for the full list of journal page shapes.

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20 pages include:

1. April

2. Tree

3. Balloon

4. Monkey

5. Board Game scrabble

6. Rainbow—steps

7. Rat / Mouse

8. Taco (no steps)

9. smile

10. socks

11. book

12. step-by-step

13. call-out cloud

14. water waves

15. yoga

16. penguin

17. pig

18. cat

19. crayons

20. house

8.5 x 11 inches, 200 Pages Blank Pages Paper, College Ruled, Lined Journal & Music Sheet for Writing and Music Composition

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Discover a world of reading through our engaging book review platform! Students can dive into captivating stories, share their thoughts on what they've read, discuss their favorite parts, and rate the books they love. Unlock the magic of literature and connect with fellow bookworms, exchanging ideas and recommendations. Whether you're seeking thrilling adventures, heartwarming tales, or mind-bending mysteries, our platform is the perfect space to express your opinions and uncover hidden literary gems.

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Engage your students in a captivating exploration of the celestial wonder that is a total solar eclipse with these total solar eclipse poetry and creative writing prompts! This comprehensive resource is designed specifically for 7th to 9th-grade classrooms and is meticulously crafted to align with Common Core State Standards, ensuring meaningful and educational experiences for your students.

Inside this collection, you'll find 12 poetry prompts and 9 creative writing prompts, all centered around the theme of total solar eclipses. These prompts are thought-provoking and provide students with a deeper understanding of astronomy while honing their language arts skills.

The poetry prompts encourage students to explore the beauty and mystery of total solar eclipses through vivid imagery, figurative language, and emotional expression. Students will delve into topics such as the symbolism of darkness and light, the dance of the sun and moon, and the cultural significance of eclipses throughout history.

In addition to the poetry prompts, the creative writing prompts in this collection challenge students. From crafting science fiction stories set in eclipse-powered futures to debating the cultural impact of eclipses in ancient civilizations, these prompts foster critical thinking and imaginative exploration.

As the upcoming total solar eclipse captures the curiosity and wonder of students everywhere, this collection provides you with a ready-to-use resource that seamlessly integrates science, language arts, and creativity. Spark meaningful discussions, inspire literary creations, and deepen your students' understanding of the universe with these prompts.

10 colorful, themed Valentine's Day stationary sheets with lines and addressings. Also, 10 black and white images to write and color. Students can write to family members and friends to express their emotions and gratitudes. Easy to use--just xerox and let students choose their favorites. Fun to give and get!

Introducing the Earth Day Writing Craft, a delightful resource packed with creative writing prompts to engage students in meaningful exploration of environmental topics. Designed by The Students Palace, this innovative set inspires learners to express their thoughts and ideas on Earth Day through imaginative writing exercises.

Engage your students in meaningful writing activities while promoting environmental awareness with the Earth Day Writing Craft . Get ready to ignite creativity, spark conversations, and celebrate our planet's beauty through the power of words.

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Getting your Core kids to write something authentic and meaningful can be one of the toughest parts of teaching Core... At least it was for ME!

This themed unit will give the students transferrable knowledge for their LA classes and will guide them to creating their very own "bande dessinée" with a spooky twist.

In this 14-pg. unit, you'll find:

• A mini dictionary of 30 common words, expressions and dialogue they can use related to Halloween/scary stories;

• An activity on developing personality traits & mood;

• Students will become familiar with vocabulary for different moods and feelings en Français (nerveux, triste, drôle, déterminé etc.)

• A visual dictionary of common Halloween costumes to inspire their stories;

• 8 examples of possible scene/setting choices to inspire their stories;

• A guide to developing scene and setting with our 5 senses;

• Students will become familiar with vocabulary for our 5 senses en Français (l'ouïe, le toucher, le goûter, l'odorat, le goûter, la vue).

• A personal dictionary;

• Plot design;

• A collection of speech bubbles, thought bubbles, starburst, call-outs to cut and paste into their bandes-dessinées;

• Two templates of "strips" for their comics.

An informational writing unit about World War 2 that looks into the Holocaust, where six million Jewish people were murdered. The unit focuses on key facts about the Holocaust, the rise of Nazi Germany, the murders within the camps, and the eventual liberation of the camps in 1945. The unit has been split into three separate lessons and is perfect for students in fifth grade and sixth grade.

Included in this PDF printable resource:

• Four fact sheets which students need to cut out and sort into paragraphs
• Writing templates for four draft paragraphs
• A prompt sheet for students to write their introduction
• A template for students to write up their neat informational text
• A crossword puzzle & wordsearch activity

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This resource is great for:

• In class learning
• Independent work
• Homework
• Creative writing sessions
• Assessment practice
• Emergency sub plans

The first lesson is interactive and involves them cutting out facts, and then sorting these facts into paragraphs. In the second lesson the children need to use these facts to write four paragraphs. Then, in the final lesson your class will need to use the format provided to write an introduction for the text before checking their draft paragraphs for mistakes and writing up their work into a neat copy on the template provided.

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For a digital version of this resource that students can complete on tablets, phones and computers download The Holocaust Informational Writing Unit Digital & Print | 5th Grade & 6th Grade.

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Distance Learning Resources
• World War 2 Resources
• Other Resources about the Holocaust

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Students will use the prompts and drawing templates to design their own Protagonist with a unique backstory and their own set of skills, strengths & weaknesses. This resource includes three options: a male version, a female version, and a blank canvas where any of your more creative students can create something truly unique. Students who like to trace will also appreciate the blank version. Use this assignment for early finishers or to supplement and support any creative writing assignment & quickly elevate your student's storytelling to the next level.

These NO PREP writing prompts for are perfect for November or the week before Thanksgiving! Use these for independent writing time, creative and story journal writing, writer's workshop, writing centers, small group instruction, homework, and morning work. This set includes 6 different prompts that you can share either as a task card/writing prompt card or on lined paper.

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Printable Bucket List

This bucket list is a list of 3 things you want to do in your life – students or staff will choose 3 and then share with a partner or out loud to a group. This is a great way to increase classroom community.

Use during New Year's, beginning or end of the school year, or as a fun brain break. It can also go with several stories like:

"How Full is Your Bucket" by Mary Reckmeyer

"Have You Filled a Bucket Today?" by David Messing

"Stay: A Girl, a Dog, a Bucket List" by M. Sarah Klise

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Explore the inspiring life of Tatanka Iyotake, better known as Sitting Bull, one of the most influential leaders of the Lakota Sioux. This reading comprehension passage offers students an in-depth look at Sitting Bull's unwavering leadership in the defense of his people’s land and culture during a time of immense conflict. From his early years as a warrior to his role in the famous Battle of Little Bighorn and his resistance against U.S. government policies, students will gain valuable insights into his bravery and legacy.

Designed for students in grades 4-8, this resource includes critical thinking questions, vocabulary activities, and multiple-choice questions to help enhance comprehension and encourage reflection on key moments in Native American history. This passage is a perfect addition to lessons during Native American Heritage Month, offering students the chance to connect with the powerful story of one of the greatest Native American leaders in history.

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• Multiple-choice questions

• Reading comprehension

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Explore the fascinating world of plant growth with my comprehensive writing prompts and note-taking sheets on the plant life cycle.  Designed for middle to high school students, these educational resources provide engaging activities and structured note-taking templates to enhance understanding and retention of key concepts.  From seed germination to flowering and seed dispersal, each stage of the plant life cycle is covered in detail, encouraging curiosity and scientific inquiry.  Ideal for classroom use or individual study, these sheets support a hands-on learning approach that makes science fun and accessible.

These writing prompts would be perfectly paired with the Plant Life Cycle Full Unit Study:

Comprehensive Plant Life Cycle Unit Study

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In this product, students will review action verbs. When students understand the parts of speech and how to use each word, it helps them to become stronger writers. Students will review what an action word is, are provided with examples with action verbs, a list of action verbs, and different activities where they review action verbs. Students will circle action verbs in each sentence, circle the correct action verb in each sentence, when given two options, write an action verb on each line to complete each sentence, and make up two sentences that include action verbs based on the numerous picture scenarios that have been provided in this product, and students will make up sentences based on numerous actions verbs that are provided in this product.

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