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3 Hands on Text Structure Sorts & Coloring Activities for Kinesthetic Learners
By TooBookedUp
Identifying text structure can be tricky, but this interactive and hands-on sort makes practice engaging, particularly because the topics are relevant for middle school students. This set includes sports, video games, and social media topics, students will enjoy reading through each prompt and moving the pieces to the correct spot on the gameboard. For low prep, teachers can choose to avoid cutting out the pieces for the gameboard and opt for students to follow the coloring guide to sort through the prompts.
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Winter Wonders: Text Features Through Snow-Themed Articles Christmas
By TooBookedUp
Dive into the Winter Text Features educational resource, a perfect blend of winter wonder and academic rigor crafted for middle school ELA classrooms. This unique tool is designed to help students explore the fascinating world of snowflakes, snowstorms, and the artistry of snow, all while honing their ability to navigate and comprehend various text features such as timelines, subheadings, maps, captions, photographs, and includes three quizzes.
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With Winter Text Features, you're not just buying worksheets; you're providing an experience that will warm up your students' enthusiasm for reading and analysis, even on the coldest days. Add this resource to your teaching toolkit today and watch your students' comprehension skills snowball!
Thanksgiving Football Text Features, Activities, Text Set, Quizzes, Slides
By TooBookedUp
Dive into the heart of American tradition with our Thanksgiving Football Informational Texts, meticulously crafted for middle school students in grades 5-8. This resource, tailored to a 6th-grade lexile level, is a touchdown for any ELA curriculum, aligning with key standards that focus on the analysis of print and graphic features.
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Holiday Relevance: Capitalize on the excitement of Thanksgiving to bring ELA standards to life.
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Whether you're looking to supplement your curriculum with seasonal material, add rigor to your lessons, or simply bring a high-engagement topic to your classroom, our Thanksgiving Football Informational Texts are your MVP. Score big with students and educators alike by integrating this resource into your middle school ELA game plan today!
Unraveling Krampus: Christmas Text Structures and Analysis Print and Go!
By TooBookedUp
Delve into the intriguing world of Krampus with this comprehensive ELA resource, designed specifically for upper middle school students. "Unraveling Krampus" presents a unique opportunity to explore this mythical figure through a literary lens, enhancing key reading and analysis skills.
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Step into the captivating folklore of Krampus and transform your ELA lessons into an exciting and educational exploration. "Unraveling Krampus" not only offers a deep dive into a unique cultural phenomenon but also arms students with critical literacy skills. Add this rich, engaging resource to your educational toolkit and elevate your teaching approach today!
For lower level readers, try this resource: St. Nick: Informational Text Structures, Main Idea, Author's Purpose 5 text sets (TeachShare.com)
Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Informational Texts: Central Idea & Author's Purpose
By TooBookedUp
Engage your middle schoolers with a festive dive into informational text skills using the iconic Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade as the backdrop. This comprehensive resource is designed to captivate students while reinforcing critical reading skills over two to three class periods.
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Perfect for Busy Teachers:
Usage Scenario: Ideal for ELA, special education, and interventionist teachers, this resource serves as an excellent review of priority standards. It's adaptable to various student abilities and can be used after teaching the skills explicitly, ensuring that all students can participate and learn effectively.
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Holiday Material: Students will enjoy learning with content themed around a beloved national holiday event.
Elevate your ELA curriculum with this ready-to-use Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade informational text set. It's the perfect blend of holiday cheer and academic rigor, designed to keep your students engaged and on track with their literacy skills!
Winter Informational Text Structure Coloring Sort Print and Go Christmas
By TooBookedUp
Immerse your middle school students in the festive spirit of learning with this "Winter Holiday Text Sort" ELA resource. This unique, holiday-themed package offers a hands-on approach to mastering informational text structures, perfectly blending educational rigor with seasonal fun.
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With the "Winter Holiday Text Sort," transform your classroom into a winter wonderland of learning. Engage your students’ minds and hands in an educational journey through the holidays. Watch as they unwrap the gift of knowledge, one text structure at a time!
St. Nick: Christmas Text Structures, Main Idea, Author's Purpose 5 text sets
By TooBookedUp
Unveil the world of St. Nicholas through this captivating ELA resource, specifically crafted for middle school students. "Discovering St. Nicholas" offers a rich, multifaceted learning experience, designed to enhance key literacy skills while diving into the historical and cultural aspects of this beloved figure.
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Transform your ELA sessions into an exciting exploration of St. Nicholas and his world. "Discovering St. Nicholas" is not just an educational journey; it's a gateway to mastering essential literacy skills while uncovering the layers of a fascinating historical figure. Add this invaluable resource to your teaching toolkit today and watch as your students' comprehension and analytical skills soar!
For higher level students, try this resource: Unraveling Krampus: Text Structures and Critical Analysis Print and Go! (TeachShare.com)
Christmas Winter Holiday Characters from Around the World Research PBL
By TooBookedUp
Dive into the festive spirit and broaden your students' horizons with this unique ELA resource, "Holiday Characters from Around the World." Perfect for middle school educators, this comprehensive package offers an engaging journey into the diverse and rich traditions of holiday celebrations across the globe.
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Day 1 Read articles 1 and 2 and use the thought catcher to take notes about the character
Day 2 Read articles 3 and 4 and use the thought catcher to take notes about the character
Day 3 Read articles 5 and 6 and use the thought catcher to take notes about the character
Day 4 Read articles 7, 8, and 9 and use the thought catcher to take notes about the character
Day 5 Complete the reading quiz. Students should choose a character to create their project on
Day 6 Students begin researching the country of origin for their Slides presentation
Day 7 Students begin section 2 (Character analysis) of the slides presentation
Day 8 Students begin planning their own Holiday character in Section 3
Day 9 Students continue planning their own Holiday character in Section 3
Day 10Presentation day! Have students present their own holiday character to the class. Alternatively, have them bring in a food from the country of their cultural holiday character!
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Embark on a festive educational journey with "Holiday Characters from Around the World." Bring the magic of global holiday traditions into your classroom today and watch as your students' understanding and curiosity grow!
Black History Month Digital Resource: 45 GoogleSlides, 15 Texts, Video & Writing
By TooBookedUp
Did you know the theme for Black History Month 2024 focuses on African Americans and the Arts? Do you only have 20 minutes per day to incorporate Black History Month?
Switch up your classroom's exploration of African American history through art with our comprehensive digital resource, which includes 45 interactive Google Slides. This engaging and educational tool is designed to offer an in-depth look into the lives and works of 15 influential African American artists, perfect for daily learning activities in February or any time of the year perfect for daily warm-ups or part of a larger Black History Month unit.
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Transform your teaching approach with this enriching digital resource on African American artists. Inspire your students with the powerful stories, artistic expressions, and cultural impacts of these remarkable individuals. Add this multifaceted educational tool to your collection today and bring history to life in your classroom!
New Year's Informational Text Set: Structure, Central Idea, Author's Purpose!
By TooBookedUp
"New Year's Insights: Informational Text Structure Set" is a comprehensive educational resource expertly crafted for middle school ELA teachers. This engaging and cross-curricular package is designed to enhance students' understanding of various text structures, aligning perfectly with STAAR and other standardized testing requirements.
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"New Year's Insights: Informational Text Structure Set" is a must-have for any middle school ELA classroom. It not only bolsters students' reading and comprehension skills but also encourages critical thinking and a deeper understanding of the world around them. This resource is perfect for teachers looking to add depth and variety to their instruction while aligning with educational standards.
This resource is included in the New Year 2024 Bundle Here: Ring in Learning: New Year's Thematic Middle School Classroom Bundle (TeachShare.com)
Informational Text Structure Color Sort Lesson Easter St. Patrick's Day Spring
By TooBookedUp
Bring the vibrant essence of spring into your middle school classroom with our "Spring Text Structure Color Sort" ELA resource. This fun, season-themed toolkit offers a dynamic way for students to engage with informational text structures, marrying educational depth with the rejuvenating spirit of spring.
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With the "Spring Text Structure Color Sort," transform your educational environment into a blossoming garden of knowledge. Embark on a refreshing educational journey with your students, exploring the wonders of spring while unraveling the intricacies of text structures, one colorful sort at a time!
Jim Crow Laws: Interactive Primary Source
By Sarah Austin
This resource will have students critically explore the period of the Jim Crow era, with a focus on the segregation of schools. This highly engaging, interactive, primary based Slide Presentation will have students analyze and understand the implications of the Jim Crow laws, along with the monumental Supreme Court decisions of 'Plessy v. Ferguson', and 'Brown V. Board of Education'.
The teacher will have a choice of three supplementary activities;
The 1st Optional Activity will have students analyze four political cartoons. Students will identify whether the author was FOR or AGAINST the Jim Crow Laws, & describe supportive details from the cartoon on their POLITICAL CARTOON HANDOUT.
The 2nd Optional Activity will have students critically read a primary source article titled ‘A TALE OF TWO SCHOOLS’, and respond to text dependent questions in their **‘**TALE OF TWO SCHOOLS QUESTIONS HANDOUT. The teacher can do a read-aloud, OR students can read independently. Class discussion is encouraged.
The 3rd Optional Activity will have students analyze a film titled ‘FREEDOM SONG’. Students will apply their knowledge from their guided notes, and respond to open-ended questions in their FREEDOM SONG HANDOUT.
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*All THREE lessons (Era of Reconstruction, the Ku Klux Klan, & Jim Crow) is available in the BUNDLE for a discounted %.
Valentine's Day Science for February BUNDLE!
By Science and STEAM Team
Save money and have lots of fun with your middle schoolers in February! Do this all
while learning or reviewing important science concepts!
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Endangered Animals Texts and Activities for Use with Google Slides™
By Science and STEAM Team
Endangered Animals in pdf form has now been made for use in the Google Classroom™. You can share this resource with your students through Google Classroom™ or Google Drive™. Students can then type directly on this document and share it back with you.
This resource contains five non-fiction texts about animals that are endangered.
It covers the following endangered animal species:
African Elephant
California Condor
Polar Bear
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The Science Behind the Sports of Surfing, Skateboarding, Rock Climbing, & Karate
By Science and STEAM Team
In this summer's sports competitions, there will be four new sports added. One is a sport important to Japanese culture; karate. The other three are in hopes of drawing a younger viewing crowd: skateboarding, rock climbing, and surfing. The high-interest non-fiction texts are perfect for the end of the year, summer school, and summer camp!
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P3: POWER OF PROPER PUNCTUATION [UNIT 3]
By Richard B Williams
This POWER OF PROPER PUNCTUATION [P3] UNIT 3 product highlights 4 PUNCTUATIONS. In this packet, you will find 70+ Pages, 4 Assignments, TASK CARDS/2-A-DAYS, multiple choice quizzes, answer keys, notes, Suggested Uses, and 2 PROJECTS. This product will lighten your load in covering some grammar in your classroom. 6 - 12th Graders will love The Angry Grammar Series because it'll make your class GREAT! Check it out!
PUNCTUATION FOCUS IN THIS PRODUCT:
1. The QUOTATION MARK
2. The APOSTROPHE
3. ITALICS
4. PARENTHESES
This Product Includes:
1. 4 practice worksheets
2. Easy to Comprehend PUNCTUATION Notes
3. TASK CARDS/2-A-DAYS
4. 4 Multiple Choice Quizzes and assignments
5. Suggested Uses
6. 2 MAJOR PROJECTS to make your classroom GREAT!
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P3: POWER OF PROPER PUNCTUATION [UNIT 2]
By Richard B Williams
This POWER OF PROPER PUNCTUATION [P3] UNIT 2 product highlights 5 PUNCTUATIONS. In this packet, you will find 70+ Pages, 4 Assignments, TASK CARDS/2-A-DAYS, multiple choice quizzes, answer keys, notes, Suggested Uses, and 2 PROJECTS. This product will lighten your load in covering some grammar in your classroom. 6 - 12th Graders will love The Angry Grammar Series because it'll make your class GREAT! Check it out!
PUNCTUATION FOCUS IN THIS PRODUCT:
1. The DASH
2. The HYPHEN
3. The QUESTION MARK
4. The EXCLAMATION MARK
This Product Includes:
1. 4 practice worksheets
2. Easy to Comprehend PUNCTUATION Notes
3. TASK CARDS/2-A-DAYS
4. 4 Multiple Choice Quizzes and assignments
5. Suggested Uses
6. 2 MAJOR PROJECTS to make your classroom GREAT!
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Hey guys, I'm Richard Williams, The Angry Teacher. I've been teaching for 18+ 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!
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California Native American Research Reading Passages- Indigenous History Bundle
By Veronica Reyes
Dive into the rich heritage and traditions of California Native American peoples with our comprehensive Growing Bundle of reading research resources. This expanding collection offers in-depth insights into various aspects of California Native American life, perfect for research or close reading activities. Ideal for Indigenous People's Day and beyond!
California Native American Peoples Covered:
Key Features for Each Group:
Two Differentiated Levels for Each Resource:
BONUS FILE: Booklet Template aligned to the reading passages.
Why Choose This Growing Bundle?
Enhance your students' knowledge and appreciation of California Native American history and culture with our expertly crafted and continuously expanding bundle of research resources.
MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.'S "I HAVE A DREAM" [LESSON ACTIVITIES]
By Richard B Williams
This Martin Luther King, Jr. "I HAVE A DREAM" product [Suggested Uses, Posters, Discussion Questions, exams/quizzes, Assignments, and more] provides students a chance to experience what happens when we fight for the betterment of everyone. This SPEECH allows students to read and analyze this canonized work about fighting for one's rights. 11th - 12th Graders will love this short work and product. Check it out!
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Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivered his "I Have a Dream" Speech before a crowd of some 250,000 people at the 1963 March on Washington, remains one of the most famous speeches in history. Weaving in references to the country’s Founding Fathers and the Bible, King used universal themes to depict the struggles of African Americans before closing with an improvised riff on his dreams of equality. The eloquent speech was immediately recognized as a highlight of the successful protest, and has endured as one of the signature moments of the civil rights movement.
This 11th - 12th grade canonized work allows students to understand the need for standing up for equality and what you believe is right.
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By Richard B Williams
Steinbeck's THE PEARL brings fun to the English Classroom. 5 Content-Related PUZZLES to culminate your students' hard work on this unit. A Word Search, Crosswords, Letter Tiles, Matching, and Double Puzzle Puzzles with Answer Keys will make your classroom GREAT! These puzzles allow students to do a deep dive into this canonical piece for further comprehension. Check it out!
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