7th Grade Writing-Expository Worksheets (by price, high to low)

Introducing how to evaluate a prompt, choose the best ideas, and write a thesis statement in a writing lead has never been easier! This resource provides an in-depth introduction and explanation of writing a thesis statement and topic sentences for different types of writing. Color-coded anchor paragraphs demonstrate the writing process.

Additionally, writing prompt evaluation with examples of brainstorming ideas and choosing which to include in the essay provide students the opportunity to practice the skills they have learned. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

This resource explains the entire process of writing a thorough and concise thesis statement. The video, PowerPoint, and worksheets allow students to practice and develop their writing skills. The detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint 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 lesson about how to evaluate a prompt and write a Thesis Statement includes:

Entertaining Instructional Video with:

• Identifying and evaluating various types of writing prompts
• Brainstorming ideas and evidence
• Advanced word choice for thesis statements
• Analyzing ideas and evidence
• Revision techniques
• Individual practice with writing a thesis statement
• Step-by-step instructions for completing the worksheets

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheets with:

• Explanations and examples of the different methods for evaluating prompts and writing a thesis statement
• Practice determining ideas and advanced word choice
• Examples of implied thesis and standard thesis
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned

PowerPoint Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations of prompts and thesis statements
• Practice determining ideas and advanced word choice
• Examples of implied thesis and standard thesis
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of prompts and thesis statements used in essays

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Middle School Introduction to Writing Unit include:

• Multiple Choice Writing Tests Unit - 3 Lessons
• 6 Traits of Writing™
• How to Write a 4 Paragraph Essay
• How to Write a 5 Paragraph Essay
• General Statement and Detail Statements
• Thesis Statements
• Writing for Standardized Tests
• The Writing Process

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Introducing how to write a general statement writing kead and summary has never been easier! This lesson includes an introduction and thorough explanation of how to write a writing lead and summary. Additionally, anchor paragraphs provide students the opportunity to see how the writing process works. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

This resource explains the entire process of writing thorough and concise general statement writing leads and summaries in an essay. The PowerPoint and worksheets allow students to practice and develop their writing skills. Detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

Numerous examples are included on the slide show, so students can identify the corrections. These examples are included on the worksheets, so the students can make the corrections and identifications on their own.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint 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 lesson about how to write a General Statement Writing Lead and Summary includes:

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards Indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheet with:

• Explanations and examples of general statement writing leads
• Explanations and examples of general statement writing summaries - writing conclusions
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned

Slide Show Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations of general statement writing leads
• Explanations and examples of general statement writing summaries - writing conclusions
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of general statement writing leads used in essays
• Examples of general statement writing endings - writing conclusions used in essays

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Middle School Introductions & Conclusions Bundle include:

• Writing Leads and Endings -Several Methods for Essay Introductions & Conclusions
• Writing Leads - Creative Writing Hook Leads and Endings - Intros and Conclusions
• Writing Leads - General Statement & Details - Writing Hook Leads & Endings
• Writing Leads - Quote Writing Hook Leads and Endings - Intros and Conclusions

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Introducing how to identify and utilize the stages of the writing process has never been easier! This resource provides an in-depth introduction and explanation of each writing stage, highlighting their roles in creating well-structured essays. Your students will learn how to effectively use pre-writing, drafting, revising,and proofreading, to create a final draft. Perfect for writers of all skill levels, this lesson offers valuable insights and techniques for everyone.

This resource guides students through the entire writing process, helping them understand and incorporate each step. The slide show and worksheets are designed to allow students to practice their writing skills, while also reinforcing guided note-taking techniques. The detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint can be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home.

Give your students to tools necessary to become confident and skilled writers with this all-inclusive lesson on the writing process. Start today and watch their writing abilities grow!

All materials are available in both Google Drive™ and print formats, ensuring easy access for all students.

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This lesson about how to identify and use The Writing Process - The Stages of Writing includes:

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheets with:

• Explanations of the different stages of the writing process
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking

PowerPoint Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations of each of the stages of writing
• Guided note-taking sections

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Middle School Introduction to Writing Unit include:

• Multiple Choice Writing Tests Unit - 3 Lessons
• 6 Traits of Writing™
• How to Write a 4 Paragraph Essay
• How to Write a 5 Paragraph Essay
• General Statement and Detail Statements
• Thesis Statements
• Writing for Standardized Tests
• The Writing Process

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Introducing how to evaluate a prompt, choose the best ideas, and write a 5 paragraph essay has never been easier! This resource provides an in-depth explanation on how to organize and structure a five paragraph essay. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

The students will be introduced to how to identify and develop the parts of a paragraph - including writing leads and summaries, transition words and phrases, supporting evidence, sentence structure, etc.

This lesson guides students through the entire process of writing a 5 paragraph essay. The slide show and worksheets allow students to practice their writing skills, while also reinforcing guided note-taking techniques. The detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint 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.easy access for all students.

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This lesson about how to evaluate a prompt and write a 5 Paragraph Essay includes:

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards Indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheets with:

• Explanations and examples of the 4 paragraph essay
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned
• Two anchor 5 paragraph essays with examples of six traits™ & supporting evidence

PowerPoint Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations for each individual paragraph
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of structure for paragraphs
• Interactive slides for student participation
• Two anchor 5 paragraph essays with examples of six traits™ & supporting evidence

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Middle School Introduction to Writing Unit include:

• Multiple Choice Writing Tests Unit - 3 Lessons
• 6 Traits of Writing™
• How to Write a 4 Paragraph Essay
• How to Write a 5 Paragraph Essay
• General Statement and Detail Statements
• Thesis Statements
• Writing for Standardized Tests
• The Writing Process

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• FB Community for 6-12 ELA Teachers

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Introducing how to create a writing lead and summary has never been easier! This lesson includes an introduction and thorough explanation of how to write a writing lead and summary. Additionally, anchor paragraphs provide students the opportunity to see how the writing process works. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

Numerous examples are included on the slide show, so students can identify the corrections. These examples are included on the student worksheets, so the students can make the corrections and identifications on their own. Detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint 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.

The types of writing leads and summaries in the lesson are:

• Personal Experience Writing Lead and Conclusion
• Quotation Writing Lead and Conclusion
• Figurative Language Writing Lead and Conclusion
• Interesting Question Writing Lead and Conclusion
• Riddle Writing Lead and Conclusion
• Opinion Writing Lead and Conclusion
• Definition Writing Lead and Conclusion

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This lesson about how to write a Several Methods of Writing Hooks- Writing Leads and Summaries includes:

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards Indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

\Worksheets with:

• Explanations and examples of numerous methods of writing hooks - writing leads
• Explanations and examples of numerous methods of writing summaries - writing conclusions
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned

Slide Show Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations of numerous methods of how to write a writing hook - writing lead
• Explanations and examples of several methods of how to write a writing summary - writing conclusion
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of each type of writing hook- writing lead used in essays
• Examples of each type of writing ending - writing conclusion used in essays

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Middle School Introductions & Conclusions Bundle include:

• Writing Leads and Endings -Several Methods for Essay Introductions & Conclusions
• Writing Leads - Creative Writing Hook Leads and Endings - Intros and Conclusions
• Writing Leads - General Statement & Details - Writing Hook Leads & Endings
• Writing Leads - Quote Writing Hook Leads and Endings - Intros and Conclusions

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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.

Introducing how to evaluate a prompt, choose the best ideas, and write a general statement and detail statements in a writing lead has never been easier! This resource provides an in-depth explanation on using this type of writing hook instead of a traditional thesis statement for each type of writing. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

Additionally, writing prompt evaluation with examples of brainstorming ideas and choosing the best ones to include in the essay provide students the opportunity to practice the skills they have learned.

This resource explains the entire process of writing a thorough and concise general statement and detail statements and incorporating this technique in their writing. The PowerPoint and worksheets allow students to practice and develop their writing skills. The detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint 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 lesson about how to evaluate a prompt and write a General Statement and Detail Statements includes:

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards Indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheets with:

• Explanations and examples of the different methods for evaluating prompts and writing a general statement and detail statements
• Practice determining ideas and advanced word choice
• Examples of general statements and detail statements for various types of essays
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned

PowerPoint Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations of prompts and general statements
• Practice determining ideas and advanced word choice
• Examples of general statements and detail statements
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of prompts and general statements and detail statements used in essays

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Middle School Introduction to Writing Unit include:

• Multiple Choice Writing Tests Unit - 3 Lessons
• 6 Traits of Writing™
• How to Write a 4 Paragraph Essay
• How to Write a 5 Paragraph Essay
• General Statement and Detail Statements
• Thesis Statements
• Writing for Standardized Tests
• The Writing Process

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• Write On! with Jamie Blog
• FB Community for 6-12 ELA Teachers

. . . and visit my WRITE ON! with Jamie website for a free TEXT EVIDENCE WRITING LESSON! 

Write On!

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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.

Introducing how to write a quote writing lead and summary has never been easier! This lesson includes an introduction and thorough explanation of how to write a quote writing lead and summary. Additionally, anchor paragraphs provide students the opportunity to see how the writing process works. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

This resource explains the entire process of writing thorough and concise quote writing lead and summary in an essay. The PowerPoint and worksheets allow students to practice and develop their writing skills. Detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

Numerous examples are included on the slide show, so students can identify the corrections. These examples are included on the worksheets, so students can make the corrections and identifications on their own.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint 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 lesson about how to write a Quote Writing Hook - Writing Lead and Summary includes:

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards Indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheets with:

• Explanations and examples of quote writing hooks - writing leads
• Explanations and examples of quote writing summaries - writing conclusions
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned

Slide Show Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations of quote writing hooks - writing leads
• Explanations and examples of quote writing summaries - writing conclusions
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of quote writing hooks - writing leads used in essays
• Examples of quote writing endings - writing conclusions used in essays

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Middle School Introductions & Conclusions Bundle include:

• Writing Leads and Endings -Several Methods for Essay Introductions & Conclusions
• Writing Leads - Creative Writing Hook Leads and Endings - Intros and Conclusions
• Writing Leads - General Statement & Details - Writing Hook Leads & Endings
• Writing Leads - Quote Writing Hook Leads and Endings - Intros and Conclusions

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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.

Introducing how to evaluate a prompt, choose the best ideas, and write a 4 paragraph essay has never been easier! This resource provides an in-depth explanation on how to organize and structure a four paragraph essay. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

The students will be introduced to how to identify and develop the parts of a paragraph - including writing leads and summaries, transition words and phrases, supporting evidence, sentence structure, etc.

This lesson guides students through the entire process of writing a 4 paragraph essay. The slide show and worksheets allow students to practice their writing skills, while also reinforcing guided note-taking techniques. The detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint 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 lesson about how to evaluate a prompt and write a 4 Paragraph Essay includes:

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards Indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheet with:

• Explanations and examples of the 4 paragraph essay
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned
• Two anchor 4 paragraph essays with examples of six traits™ & supporting evidence

PowerPoint Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations for each individual paragraph
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of structure for paragraphs
• Interactive slides for student participation
• Two anchor 4 paragraph essays with examples of six traits™ & supporting evidence

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Middle School Introduction to Writing Unit include:

• Multiple Choice Writing Tests Unit - 3 Lessons
• 6 Traits of Writing™
• How to Write a 4 Paragraph Essay
• How to Write a 5 Paragraph Essay
• General Statement and Detail Statements
• Thesis Statements
• Writing for Standardized Tests
• The Writing Process

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Connect with me for the latest Write On! with Jamie news:

• YouTube
• Instagram
• Write On! with Jamie Blog
• FB Community for 6-12 ELA Teachers

. . . and visit my WRITE ON! with Jamie website for a free TEXT EVIDENCE WRITING LESSON! 

Write On!

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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.

Introducing how to create a writing hook and summary has never been easier! This lesson includes an introduction and thorough explanation of how to write a writing hook and summary. Additionally, anchor paragraphs provide students the opportunity to see how the writing process works. From the struggling writer to the advanced writer, this resource offers something for everyone.

This resource explains the entire process of writing thorough and concise writing hooks and summaries in an essay. The PowerPoint and worksheets allow students to practice and develop their writing skills. Detailed lesson plans make implementing the lesson easy for teachers.

Numerous examples are included on the slide show, so students can identify the corrections. These examples are included on the worksheets, so the students can make the corrections and identifications on their own.

This no-prep lesson is adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoint 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 lesson about how to write a Creative Writing Hook - Writing Lead and Summary includes:

Lesson Plan with:

• Common Core State Standards Indicated on lesson plan
• Instructional Focus
• Instructional Procedures
• Objectives/Goals
• Direct Instruction
• Guided Practice
• Enrichment
• Differentiation
• I Can Statement
• Essential Question
• ESE Strategies
• ELL Strategies

Worksheets with:

• Explanations and examples of creative writing hooks - writing leads
• Explanations and examples of creative writing summaries - writing conclusions
• Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking
• “Now It's Your Turn” section for students to practice skills learned

Slide Show Presentation with:

• Introduction slides with explanations of creative writing hooks - writing leads
• Explanations and examples of creative writing summaries - writing conclusions
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of creative writing hooks - writing leads used in essays
• Examples of creative writing endings - writing conclusions used in essays

Google Slides™

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The lessons in the Middle School Introductions & Conclusions Bundle include:

• Writing Leads and Endings -Several Methods for Essay Introductions & Conclusions
• Writing Leads - Creative Writing Hook Leads and Endings - Intros and Conclusions
• Writing Leads - General Statement & Details - Writing Hook Leads & Endings
• Writing Leads - Quote Writing Hook Leads and Endings - Intros and Conclusions

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Write On!

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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.

15 famous plagiarism cases and students get to "be the judge"! Fact based handouts with real life cases and research component to build critical thinking, plagiarism, and research skills. includes: 15 Famous People: MLK, Jr. Barack Obama Joe Biden Ray Parker Michael Bolton John Fogerty George Harrison T.S. Eliot Melania Trump Vanilla Ice J.K. Rowling Robin Thicke Jane Goodall Johnny Cash Helen Keller Handouts include: 15 black and white famous people images (optional: color these) Backgrounds of person Plagiarism charges Debates over charges Research component Verdicts of cases Guilty or Innocent boxes Guilty or Innocent evidence t-charts 3 Narrative and Rhetorical Discussion/Writing Prompts on each handout = 45 prompts (each with a "You be the judge..." prompt) Note: Does NOT include copies of lyrics, novels, or speeches due to copyright infringement laws. These are used to enhance students' research skills. Fun, engaging, and educational way to learn about plagiarism and explore real life connections to the topic while using research skills. Excellent for introduction to plagiarism, follow-up to unit, assessment of skills, character building, homeschool, AP/Pre-AP, dual credit, adult learners, ELL/ESL upper level learners, flipped classes, literature centers, building research skills, and real life connections to writing. Provides basic history of famous people. Use with: Having Fun with Plagiarism at: https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Having-Fun-with-Plagiarism-155008 Plagiarism Quiz at: https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Plagiarism-Quiz-167314 Follow Educator Helper Blogspot for weekly free products and tips at: http://bethhammett.blogspot.com/

• Do you need help getting your students to understand how text is structured and how authors craft their writing?
• Do you want them to practice aligning ideas and writing their own?

Help your students master paragraph structure with this comprehensive resource designed for middle and high school learners. "Building Strong Paragraphs" focuses on key writing skills such as identifying topic sentences, supporting details, and crafting thesis statements. This ready-to-use packet includes practice worksheets, engaging exercises, and thesis sentence-building activities that will enhance your students' writing abilities.

Ideal for both informational and argumentative writing, this resource walks students through the entire process of constructing well-organized, coherent paragraphs. Whether you're teaching how to develop supporting sentences, transition between ideas, or conclude effectively, this resource covers it all!

What's Included:

• Graphic Organizer for understanding structure
• Identification exercise
• Two Unique Passages per skill: topic sentences, thesis statements, supporting sentences & concluding sentences
• 9 Passages
• 20 Pages
• Available as a PDF and a Word Document

Perfect for:

• Grades 6-10
• English Language Arts (ELA) Teachers
• Writing Workshops
• STAAR Writing Prep
• Argumentative and Informational Essay Practice

Benefits of this Resource:

• Aligned with Common Core Standards and TEKS for writing.
• Great for differentiated learning in classrooms with ELLs and students needing extra practice.
• Supports critical thinking and writing clarity.

Who is this for?

• Middle and High School Teachers: Perfect for educators looking to strengthen their students’ paragraph-writing skills with structured, step-by-step activities.
• ELA Teachers: Aligned with TEKS and Common Core standards, this resource is ideal for anyone teaching informational and argumentative writing.
• Students Preparing for Standardized Tests: Great for test prep, including STAAR writing, helping students improve clarity, coherence, and overall writing structure.
• Special Education & ELL Support: Easily adaptable for differentiated instruction, making it an excellent tool for classrooms with diverse learners, including English Language Learners and students with varying writing levels.
• Homeschool Educators: A valuable resource for guiding students through the fundamentals of paragraph writing at home.

This is a 33-page set of worksheets to help grade 6 students practice the R.A.C.E.S. Writing Strategy. The R.A.C.E.S. Writing Strategy (Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain, Summarize) is a method that students can use to write meaningful responses to questions about a written text.

There are 13 pages of worksheets which cover the following topics:

* Introduction

* Restate

* Answer

* Restate and Answer

* Cite the Text

* Explain

There are also 20 pages for students to practice the R.A.C.E.S. Writing Strategy. Each page has a short paragraph of text followed by one question for students to answer using the R.A.C.E.S. Writing Strategy.

The written texts included in this set of worksheets are related to world history.

More Worksheets for the R.A.C.E.S. Writing Strategy

If you are looking to save time editing and grading student essays, this resource will literally be a life-changer! Over my years of teaching, I believe that I have perfected the peer editing system so as to produce the best student essays possible with minimal errors while cutting down significantly on the time the teacher must spend editing and grading them. This product includes three meticulously-designed peer editing forms with directed questions and editing prompts. Forms are fully editable so that you may change wording to remain consistent with your instruction, grade level, and adapt to any essay. The questions cover everything from basic essay components and quote integration to technical details, grammar, and formatting. Most importantly, this resource also includes a step-by-step guide on how to conduct a 45-50 minute class on peer editing day. I promise that these peer editing forms and accompanying lesson plan will become some of the most valuable resources in your teacher's tool box and that your students' writing will improve without you pulling your hair out reading rough drafts. ___________________________________________________________________________ Check out these related resources for your ELA classroom by Language Arts Excellence: ⭐ Introduction to Dystopia Powerpoint
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This 3-page form asks students to specifically rate their performance on the 6 components of effective effort on a given essay: TIME, FOCUS, RESOURCEFULNESS, USE OF STRATEGIES, USE OF FEEDBACK, and COMMITMENT. This product is modeled after teachings from The Skillful Teacher by Jon Saphier, Mary Ann Haley-Speca, and Robert Gower and encourages a growth mindset in students. I provide this form to my students every single time I assign a paper and am always pleasantly surprised at how honest they are in their responses, especially as the incentive for guessing their grade is 2 bonus points! ____________________________________________________________________________ Also, check out this great lesson plan for teaching Effective Effort by Language Arts Excellence: ⭐Effective Effort Lesson Plan ____________________________________________________________________________ ⭐Click to Follow Language Arts Excellence⭐

This 3-page form asks students to specifically rate their performance on the 6 components of effective effort on a given essay: TIME, FOCUS, RESOURCEFULNESS, USE OF STRATEGIES, USE OF FEEDBACK, and COMMITMENT. This product is modeled after teachings from The Skillful Teacher by Jon Saphier, Mary Ann Haley-Speca, and Robert Gower and encourages a growth mindset in students. I provide this form to my students every single time I assign a paper and am always pleasantly surprised at how honest they are in their responses, especially as the incentive for guessing their grade is 2 bonus points! ____________________________________________________________________________ Also, check out this great lesson plan for teaching Effective Effort by Language Arts Excellence: ⭐Effective Effort Lesson Plan ____________________________________________________________________________ ⭐Click to Follow Language Arts Excellence⭐

Inspire your students with our Pumpkin-Themed Writing Paper! Perfect for fall-themed activities, this fun pumpkin-shaped design will make writing assignments more engaging. Featuring clip art pumpkins around the main shape, you can easily choose from six different line styles to suit your students' needs. Each style is also available with or without name and date lines for added convenience.

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This is a 32-page set of worksheets to help grade 6 students practice the R.A.C.E.S. Writing Strategy. The R.A.C.E.S. Writing Strategy (Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain, Summarize) is a method that students can use to write meaningful responses to questions about a written text.

For each week in the WonderWorks Interactive Worktext for Grade Six, there is one question for students to answer using the R.A.C.E.S. Writing Strategy. Please note that students must have the WonderWorks Interactive Worktext for Grade Six in order to answer the questions in these worksheets.