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Middle School Science Human Activity Nonfiction Texts for Reading Comprehension
By Science and STEAM Team
Do you want non-fiction text to supplement your NGSS lessons plans about Earth and Human Activities Unit? Then this is a great resource for you and your students!
There are 19 articles in this resource, along with graphic organizers to fill out or questions to answer to help guide the students.
The passages were written with middle schoolers in mind, but the information is very interesting and would be useful for other grades as well.
Do NOT purchase this if you are purchasing our units. They are included in them.
There are articles about:
- The Pros and Cons of Plastics
- The Four Spheres That Make Up the Earth's Systems
- The Carbon Cycle
- The Greenhouse Effect
- Agriculture
- Industry
- What are Minerals and What Are They Used For?
- Weathering and Erosion
- Deforestation
- Renewable Energy Sources
- Tsunamis
- Wildfires
- Earthquakes
- Volcanic Eruptions
- Hurricanes
- Tornadoes
- Blizzards
- Floods
- Droughts
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Related Resources
⭐ Middle School NGSS: Earth and Human Activity BUNDLE
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⭐ Ecosystem Populations: NGSS: MS-LS2-4
⭐ Endangered Animals: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5
⭐ Endangered Plants: NGSS: MS-LS2-4 and MS-LS2-5
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READING COMPREHENSION UNITS for THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH and more.
By The Book Bandit
Three NOVEL STUDIES for THE PHANTOM TOLLBOOTH, THE MAGIC FARAWAY TREE A New Adventure and MR. POPPER'S PENGUINS.
These are engaging and comprehensive units that allow your students to respond to the story by using a wide range of reading comprehension strategies and skills.
With comprehension questions and activities for each chapter the units can be followed chapter by chapter, with no extra preparation or planning required by the teacher. The responses in the unit have been planned and arranged so that your students will practise a wide range of comprehension strategies in context. They have been designed to promote thinking and understanding. Tasks can be completed independently, collaboratively or alongside a teacher. The units have been planned so that over the course of the book, students will become familiar with and well-practised in using comprehension strategies to make meaning from text.
Activities include:
All activities have been designed with student engagement at the forefront. In responding to the book, students will be required to think both within and beyond the text. Children learn best when they are having fun! Even better that they are learning the love of books at the same time!
Please follow me for more literacy units - particularly new releases!
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Argumentative Writing Prompt Bundle - Rubric, Graphic Organizer, Template, Quiz
By Write On with Jamie
Introducing argumentative writing has never been easier! This in-depth argumentative writing prompt resource guides students through the step-by-step process of drafting an argumentative** outline **using an argumentative **graphic organizer. **These lessons 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.
These **no-prep lessons are 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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Argumentative Writing Quiz
Argumentative Rubric
Argumentative Graphic Organizer
Google Slides™
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BUNDLE: Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry Resources
By The Red-Haired Reader
This product bundles all of my Roll of Thunder products together at a discount! You'll have 5 reading check quizzes, individual chapter activities, a Socratic Seminar, and even a movie viewing guide!
As You Like It- Complete Teacher's Unit
By Educate and Create
Covering the As You Like It? Don't know where to get started? This bundle includes everything you need for your students to analyze the text for plot development, characterization, language, and more. Makes learning Shakespeare fun and easy for your students.
Complete Unit.
Covers the entire play of As You Like It !
Great for differentiation.
Hatchet Complete Teacher's Bundle
By Educate and Create
Covering the Hatchet? Don't know where to get started? This bundle includes everything you need for your students to analyze the text for plot development, characterization, language, and more. Makes learning fun and easy for your students.
Complete Unit.
Covers the entire novel of Hatchet !
Great for differentiation.
Includes
⭐Hatchet Introduction Power Point
**⭐Hatchet Flipbook Study Guide
⭐Hatchet Characterization Flipbook
⭐Hatchet Graphic Organizers
⭐Hatchet Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes
⭐Hatchet Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles
The Giver: Complete Teacher's Unit
By Educate and Create
The Giver Complete Teacher's Unit is the ultimate resource for English teachers seeking to bring this classic tale by Lois Lowry to life for their students. This comprehensive package contains everything needed to teach the novel in a meaningful and engaging way.
The unit begins with an Introduction Power Point that sets the stage for the novel and provides important background information. This presentation is a valuable tool for engaging students and generating interest in the story.
The Study Guide is a comprehensive resource that includes about the author, a character map. and questions that encourage critical thinking and analysis. With this guide, teachers can easily guide their students through the plot and ensure a deep understanding of the themes and symbolism present throughout the text.
The Characterization Flipbook is a fun and interactive way for students to explore the characters in the novel. With this flipbook, students can create character sketches and analyze the motivations and actions of each character.
Graphic Organizers are also included, providing students with a visual way to organize their thoughts and ideas. These organizers are designed to help students explore key themes and concepts in the novel, making it easier for them to make connections and analyze the text.
The Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes are essential tools for building students' vocabulary and understanding of the language used in the novel. These lists and quizzes are comprehensive and designed to challenge students at all levels.
The Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles provide an entertaining way for students to review and reinforce their understanding of the novel's vocabulary.
Ultimately, The Giver : Complete Teacher's Unit is a must-have resource for any English teacher. With its comprehensive materials and engaging activities, this unit is sure to capture the attention of students and foster a love of literature that will last a lifetime.
By TxMAP Teacher
This is a bundle of resources to use for a Civil War Unit. Resources include: Causes of the Civil War and Civil War Battles and Events Notes, North and South Comparison, Battles Graphic Organizer, Causes of the Civil War and Civil War Battles Crossword Puzzles.
Black History Month Biographical Reading Passages & Research- Growing Bundle!
By Veronica Reyes
Are you looking for a way to ⭐️TEACH and INSPIRE⭐️ for Black History Month?
These are your curated gateway to the vibrant world of Black Changemakers and their profound contributions to the world. Perfect for a project for Black History Month! Designed especially for elementary school students, this kid-friendly research newsletter brings you fun and informative snapshots, engaging stories, and interesting facts about Black and African American changemakers and their creative brilliance. All newsletters are biographical.
This is a reading passage newsletter GROWING BUNDLE with-
- Misty Copeland
- Ruby Bridges
- Louis Armstrong
- Maya Angelou
- Jacob Lawrence
- Serena Williams
- Jackie Robinson
- Jesse Owens
- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
- Barack Obama
- Wangari Maathai
- Harriet Tubman
- Pelé
- Roberto Clemente
...and many more to come
Black Athlete Reading Passages + Research Report Template + Black History Month
By Veronica Reyes
GROWING BUNDLE- As we grow- you get more!!! Close Reading Articles with biographical information.
This is a reading research newsletter bundle with-
- Jackie Robinson
- Misty Copeland
- Jesse Owens
- Simone Biles
- Serena Williams
- Roberto Clemente
- Pele
All newsletters are biographical.
These are your curated gateway to the vibrant world of Black artists and their profound contributions to the arts. Designed especially for elementary school students, this kid-friendly research newsletter brings you fun and informative snapshots, engaging stories, and interesting facts about Black and African American artists and their creative brilliance.
INCLUDED- Reading Comprehension Questions! Differentiated and can be used with any reading passage about an influential female leader. Perfect for close reading!
Key Features:
Research Templates
Product Description:
Are you a teacher looking for an engaging way to develop your students' research and presentation skills? Look no further! Our "Blank Research Report Template for Biographies" is the perfect tool to inspire creativity, critical thinking, and research skills in your classroom.
Two blank templates-
-One that is pre-filled with some of black athlete's picture and name
-One that is blank and requires the student to write his name and draw their portrait (can be used for any person)
Key Features:
How It Works:
Students can use this as a jumping off point for a research project or for Black History Month.
The Tempest Bundle: Complete Teacher's Unit
By Educate and Create
Studying The Tempest? Don't know where to get started? We have you covered from start to finish with this bundle.
Everything you need for a fun and successful unit on Shakespeare's play The Tempest.
Great for differentiation! Suits the needs of multiple learners.
Includes:
The Tempest Interactive Flip book Study Guide
The Tempest Interactive Characterization Flip book
The Tempest Acts 1-5 Quizzes
The Tempest: Epilogue Analysis
The Tempest Escape Room
Shakespeare Comedies Power point
Prehistory and Early Civilizations - World History Activity Bundle!
By The Classroom Globetrotter
Challenge and excite your students with these fun and engaging activities as you explore prehistory and early civilizations! This exclusive bundle includes PowerPoints, interactive reading activities, foldables, graphic organizers, crosswords, and much more!
Topics covered include prehistory, the Neolithic Revolution, and River Valley Civilizations (Mesopotamia, China, Egypt, India)
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The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian- Complete Teacher's Unit
By Educate and Create
Teaching The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian? Don't know where to start? This bundle includes many activities to do before, during, and after reading the novel. This is a bundle for the novel The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. We got you covered!
Esperanza Rising Complete Teacher's Unit
By Educate and Create
Teaching Esperanza Rising? Don't know where to start? This bundle includes many activities to do before, during, and after reading the novel. This is a complete unit for the classic novel Esperanza Rising by Pam Muñoz Ryan.
Esperanza Rising Introduction Power Point which introduces your students to concepts and themes present within the text.
Esperanza Rising Flipbook Study Guide ensures your students are keeping track
with key ideas and details of the text.
Esperanza Rising Characterization flipbook ensures your students understand
characterization and character development.
Esperanza Rising Graphic Organizers ensures your students are keeping track of the
Plot, Vocabulary, Theme, Symbols, and aid in comprehension of the text.
Esperanza Rising Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes which introduces your students to new vocabulary words they will see inside the novel.
The Red Badge of Courage Teacher's Unit
By Educate and Create
Reading The Red Badge of Courage? Looking for resources that pertain to the novel? This bundle is for you. It includes Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes, a flip book study guide, a characterization flip book, graphic organizers, and an introduction power point to help your students stay engaged from beginning to the end of the novel. Each of these products are available individually, but you save time and money by buying them as a bundle.
The Red Badge of Courage Introduction Power Point which introduces your students to concepts and themes present within the text.
The Red Badge of Courage Flipbook Study Guide ensure your students are keeping track with key ideas and details of the text.
The Red Badge of Courage Characterization flipbook ensures your students understand characterization and character development.
The Red Badge of Courage Graphic Organizers Ensure your students are keeping track of the Plot, Vocabulary, Theme, Symbols, and aid in comprehension of the text.
The Red Badge of Courage Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes which introduces your students to new vocabulary words they will see inside the novel.
Ring in New Year 2024: Thematic Middle School Classroom Bundle
By TooBookedUp
Bundle together five dynamic New Year's resources for an enriching learning experience in your middle school classroom. Here's a brief overview of each component in this comprehensive package:
New Year's Informational Text Set: Structure, Central Idea, Author's Purpose!
A collection of five diverse articles, each exemplifying a different text structure like Description, Chronological, Problem and Solution, Compare and Contrast, and Cause and Effect. This set focuses on Times Square New Year’s celebrations and includes STAAR-aligned questions on the central idea, author's purpose, vocabulary, and text structure.
Classroom Synergy: Resetting Expectations in the New Year – 4 Engaging Activities!
Kick off the new year with four activities designed to reinforce classroom expectations and promote a positive learning environment. This resource includes expectation role-playing, creating expectations posters, and connecting expectations to SEL with reflective writing prompts.
Global Bites: New Year’s Celebrations and Food Traditions – Inquiry Based Learning
Explore New Year's traditions and food customs from around the world with this inquiry-based learning project. This resource encourages research and presentation skills as students delve into diverse cultural celebrations and their unique culinary traditions.
Cheers to A New Year: How to Write A Toast Workshop
Enhance public speaking skills with this engaging workshop on crafting toasts. Perfect for New Year celebrations, this resource guides students through the process of writing and delivering a meaningful toast, fostering both creativity and confidence in public speaking.
Spill the Tea: 2023 Year in Review – Google Slides Photo Project
A fun and engaging Google Slides project that allows students to reflect on the year 2023. Students create a photo-based presentation, capturing key moments, trends, and personal experiences from the year, making it an excellent activity for New Year reflections.
This bundle is perfect for middle school teachers looking to add a mix of educational and engaging activities to their New Year curriculum. Each resource is designed to be cross-curricular, supporting skills in reading, writing, research, public speaking, and social-emotional learning.
Peak Novel Study - With Lesson Plans, Google Slides, and STEM Project
By A Teachers Sidekick
This is a novel study to go along with Roland Smith’s Novel Peak. This product includes completed lesson plans for each chapter, a Google Slide Show for each chapter, Doodle Notes for each chapter, an End of chapter activity for each chapter, and a final STEM project to go with the book. Students will practice making inferences, central idea, supporting details, writing summaries, cause and effect/Problem and solution text structures, research skills, and discussion skills.
A large part of this novel study is discussion-based. I have included a slide on the slideshow where you will put your classroom expectations for discussions. There are also times for the introduction to the chapter, you will start with a whole group discussion. (I would maybe recommend turn and talks if you use groups in your classroom)
The Lesson Plans and Google Slides are editable for you. You can edit them on Google Slides and/or Microsoft Powerpoint (I would recommend Google Slides because that is the app that it was created with). **The standards are not included in the lesson plans due to each state having their own standards**
I hope you enjoy it. Please rate and review!
A Wrinkle in Time : Complete Teacher's Unit
By Educate and Create
A Wrinkle in Time Complete Teacher's Unit is the ultimate resource for English teachers seeking to bring this classic tale by Madeleine L'Engle to life for their students. This comprehensive package contains everything needed to teach the novel in a meaningful and engaging way.
The unit begins with an Introduction Power Point that sets the stage for the novel and provides important background information. This presentation is a valuable tool for engaging students and generating interest in the story.
The Study Guide is a comprehensive resource that includes about the author, a character map. and questions that encourage critical thinking and analysis. With this guide, teachers can easily guide their students through the plot and ensure a deep understanding of the themes and symbolism present throughout the text.
The Characterization Flipbook is a fun and interactive way for students to explore the characters in the novel. With this flipbook, students can create character sketches and analyze the motivations and actions of each character.
Graphic Organizers are also included, providing students with a visual way to organize their thoughts and ideas. These organizers are designed to help students explore key themes and concepts in the novel, making it easier for them to make connections and analyze the text.
The Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes are essential tools for building students' vocabulary and understanding of the language used in the novel. These lists and quizzes are comprehensive and designed to challenge students at all levels.
The Vocabulary Crossword Puzzles provide an entertaining way for students to review and reinforce their understanding of the novel's vocabulary.
Ultimately, A Wrinkle In Time : Complete Teacher's Unit is a must-have resource for any English teacher. With its comprehensive materials and engaging activities, this unit is sure to capture the attention of students and foster a love of literature that will last a lifetime.
By Educate and Create
Teaching Number The Stars? Don't know where to start? This bundle includes many activities to do before, during, and after reading the novel. This is a complete unit for the classic novel Number The Stars by Lois Lowry. Keep your students engaged from beginning to end.
Complete Unit.
Covers the entire book !
Great for differentiation.
Includes:
⭐Number The Stars Introduction Power Point
⭐Number The Stars Flip book Study Guide
⭐Number The Stars Characterization Flip book
⭐Number The Stars Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes
⭐Holocaust Webquest
⭐Graphic Organizers - Any Novel
A GREAT VALUE!
Making Inferences and Predictions Graphic Organizer BUNDLE
By Queen's Educational Resources
Making Inferences and Predictions Graphic Organizer BUNDLE
ABOUT THIS BUNDLE
★ Inference and Prediction Graphic Organizers
★ 75 pages
★ Includes two Graphic Organizer bundles
★ Print and Digital
★ Suitable for ANY grade or text!
This BUNDLE includes:
❤️ 75 Making Inferences and Predictions Graphic Organizers (6 different sets EACH)
→ 53 Making Inferences Graphic Organizers (Print and Digital)
→ 22 Making Predictions Graphic Organizers (Print and Digital)
❤️ 12 Google Slide Links (Text boxes already created)
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INCLUDED ITEMS
► MAKING INFERENCES Graphic Organizers BUNDLE
⭐ Making Inferences Graphic Organizers (Books) SET 1
⭐ Making Inferences Graphic Organizers (Post-Its) SET 2
⭐ Making Inferences Graphic Organizers (Clouds) SET 3
⭐ Making Inferences Graphic Organizers (Quote Boxes) SET 4
⭐ Making Inferences Graphic Organizers (Clipboards) SET 5
⭐ Making Inferences Graphic Organizers (Clouds and Books) SET 6
► MAKING PREDICTIONS Graphic Organizer BUNDLE
⭐ Making Predictions Graphic Organizers (Tables) SET 1
⭐ Making Predictions Graphic Organizers (Magnifying Glasses) SET 2
⭐ Making Predictions Graphic Organizers (Sticky Notes) SET 3
⭐ Making Predictions Graphic Organizers (Books) SET 4
⭐ Making Predictions Graphic Organizers (Clouds) SET 5
⭐ Making Predictions Graphic Organizers (Crystal Glass) SET 6
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This bundle is also included in Google Slides! Text boxes have already been created to make it easier for you and your students! Each slide includes two instruction solution tabs for when students accidentally delete text boxes and when they want to zoom in (to enlarge worksheets). It's super helpful for students who are not that familiar with how to use Google Slides or need the extra assistance.
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DESCRIPTION
► There are six different SETS of Making Inferences Graphic Organizers AND six different SETS of Making Predictions Graphic Organizers that are created in different formats/variations to support differentiation for students!
► These graphic organizers are designed to support students in making inferences and predictions using any text under study. As they read, students use clues from the text (text details) to make evidence-based inferences and predictions.
► This is an excellent tool to set a "purpose for reading" and keep track of what's happening in texts as well as encouraging students to actively engage in reading!
► These Graphic Organizers can be used as part of a larger lesson, as formative assessments, with whole group instruction, small group instruction, and with novel groups/literature circles. These graphic organizers can also be assigned as a "Purpose for Reading" during silent reading time, classwork, or homework!
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