$5 - $10 8th Grade Close Reading Activities

Keep your students engaged at the end of the year with this comprehensive week-long ELA unit centered on Kurt Vonnegut's thought-provoking story, "Harrison Bergeron." Crafted for middle school teachers, this package is designed to spark vibrant academic discourse, foster student-led analysis, and keep engagement high, especially towards the end of the school year.

What's Included:

• PDF Text included: Dive deep into the dystopian themes with the engaging text, "Harrison Bergeron," included.
• Interactive Slides: Enhance understanding with our dynamic PowerPoint slides tailored to break down key concepts and themes effectively.
• Socratic Seminar Toolkit: Includes step-by-step procedures and evidence writing guides to facilitate insightful student-led discussions.
• Versatile Choice Board Activities: From crafting an alternate ending to designing comic strips, these activities cater to diverse learning styles and promote creative expression.
• Comprehensive Essay Prompts: Equip your students with the skills to write argumentative, informational, and correspondence essays that delve deeply into the text’s themes.
• Film vs. Text Analysis: A structured Venn diagram activity to compare and contrast the story with its film adaptation, enhancing media literacy skills.

Perfect For:

• End-of-Year Learning: Keep the academic momentum strong with a unit that challenges students to think critically and discuss passionately.
• Substitute Teacher Plans: Each lesson is detailed and self-contained, ideal for days when you need reliable sub plans that require minimal preparation.
• Mini Dystopian Unit: Seamlessly integrates with broader studies of dystopian literature. Complements units on "The Pedestrian" by Ray Bradbury and "All Summer in a Day" for a richer exploration of dystopian themes.

Educational Alignment: Designed to cater to grades 6-8 but easily adaptable for higher or lower grades, this unit ensures alignment with Common Core standards, focusing on reading comprehension, critical thinking, and analytical writing.

Enhance Your Curriculum: Consider pairing this unit with our Complete Week-Long Dystopian Unit Plan for "The Pedestrian" and All Summer in a Day Seminar and Choice Board to provide a comprehensive dystopian literature experience that spans various authors and critical perspectives.

Elevate your teaching with a unit that not only fulfills educational standards but also inspires your students to examine and question the world around them. Prepare them for a future where they can think independently and debate constructively with "Harrison Bergeron."

Included in this 12 week unit: Ultimate Middle School Short Story Bundle: 12 Week Engaging Suspense ELA Units (TeachShare.com)

Introducing the ultimate study guide for Animal Farm the classic novel by George Orwell! The Animal Farm study guide flipbook contains everything you need to understand this masterpiece of British literature.

With 18 pages of comprehensive material, the study guide is divided into three main sections, including Questions by Chapter, Historical Context, and About The Author.

The Questions by Section includes detailed questions for the novel's chapters designed to help you focus on key plot points, character development, and themes. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to promote critical thinking and analysis, allowing you to delve deeper into the novel and gain a deeper understanding of its complexities.

The Historical Context section provides important historical background information about the time and place in which the novel is set. This section explores the political, social, and cultural context of the novel, helping you to better understand the novel's themes and ideas.

The About The Author section provides insight into the life and work of George Orwell.This section explores the author's biography, his literary influences, and his writing style, giving you a deeper appreciation for the novel and its place in British literature.

Best of all, our study guide flipbook includes an answer key for all the questions, so you can check your answers and make sure you are on the right track.

Whether you are a student, a literature enthusiast, or simply someone who wants to gain a deeper understanding of this classic novel, our Animal Farm study guide flipbook is the perfect tool to help you achieve your goals. So why wait? Order your copy today and start exploring the world of Animal Farm.

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ABOUT THIS RESOURCE

• 53 pages
• PDF Zip File
• This Lesson Plan Packet is suitable for grades 2-5 and lower-level Middle and High School Students, Students with Autism, English Language Learners, and Students with Disabilities.
• Duration: 3-4 days depending on pacing

This resource includes:

------ In-depth, step-by-step Lesson Plan

------ Editable version of the Lesson Plan (Modify as you wish - YAY!)

------ 1 Do Now/Launch Activity Worksheet and ANSWER KEY

------ 1 Mini Lesson Inference Graphic Organizer and ANSWER KEY

------ 2 Video Clip Worksheets and ANSWER KEY (one for higher-level students and one differentiated for lower level students)

------ 2-page Inference-based Question Worksheet and ANSWER KEY

------ 2 Formative Assessment Worksheets and ANSWER KEY (one for higher-level students and one differentiated for lower level students)

------ 2 Venn Diagrams

------ 1 Lesson Reflection Worksheet

------ 6 Writing Reflection Worksheets and 1 Skills List

------ 2 Scoring Rubrics (to score Writing Assessment)

------ 4 Short Response Writing Assessments completely differentiated totaling 8 Assessment Worksheets with ANSWER KEYS

------ 5 Bulletin Board Task Display Pages for each Writing Assessment!

------ 2 Inference Bookmarks

------ Video Link

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• This in-depth Lesson Plan Packet for the book Neema’s Reason to Smile by Patricia Newman helps students explore real life issues, specifically the challenges/barriers children face in accessing an education. In addition to a variety of engaging activities centered around education, the lesson plan includes a close reading of the book and the watching of a video that is related to the overall themes and topics presented in this book. (Video link included in the lesson plan). Students will engage in multiple activities where they will practice the following skills: inferencing, compare and contrast, and self-to-text, text-to-text, and world-to-text connections. Worksheets and Assessments are differentiated.

• An editable version of the Lesson Plan has been included to allow you to modify as you wish!

• Also included are 5 Compelling Bulletin Board Task Display Pages, which not only helps showcase student work, but also enhances the overall visual aspect of your bulletin board! You can print these out on photo or gloss paper for optimal quality and shine to post with student work.

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Great resource for Veteran's Day!

Women in the U.S. Military during World War II:

* Primary Source Analysis and DBQ's

* Power Point Lesson

* Reading Assignment and Worksheet plus Bonus Page (Guided Reading)

Primary Source Analysis and DBQ's

This 27 page Primary Source Analysis and DBQ activity gives students a chance to delve deeper into the experience of women who joined the military in the United States during World War II. There are 20 primary sources and 2 DBQ prompts. After completing this resource, students will be able to determine what issues were important to society during this era and how women contributed to society. In addition, there are Document-Based Question prompts.

A Lesson Plan and other supplemental information is provided at the beginning of the resource. Students can read this on their own as a homework assignment or it can be a group activity in a classroom. It is also ideally suited for home-schoolers, college students or independent learners who want to learn more. Teachers can assign just a few sources to analyze or the entire packet. Student work time will vary dependent on the aforementioned factors.

Also included is a one-page sheet that explains what primary sources are and how to analyze them using specific questions through a process called HAPPY. Primary sources in the packet include text excerpts, photographs and posters. Each page of primary sources includes questions. There is also a page at the end for students to apply the HAPPY process to one source. DBQ prompts are also provided. An Answer Key to all the questions, the HAPPY primary source analysis process, and the DBQ’s is available at the end of the packet.

A separate PowerPoint presentation on How to Integrate Sources for a DBQ is included in the Zip file. There is also a YouTube video that provides narration for the slides. The link is included in the packet.

There is also an Easel Activity which allows students to answer the questions at the end of each primary source online. For homework purposes, Home Schoolers or for asynchronous learning, this is an especially valuable digital option .

Power Point Presentation

This 12 slide presentation about women in the United States military in World War II presents a broad and deep look at the nature of the four years between the bombing of Pearl Harbor and the end of World War II. The slides use engaging visuals including photographs and posters to convey the experiences on the home front. These visuals are primary sources that the instructor can use to further student understanding beyond textbook reading. This slide presentation is equally valuable for the home-schooled student or for those instructors who want to provide supplemental information to their students. At the end of the presentation, there is a slide that provides annotations on the websites used to access the primary sources which are featured throughout the presentation. This presentation will deepen student understanding about an experience that shaped a nation.

A digital assessment in Easel is provided for teachers to measure student understanding, retention and analysis of the material.

If you would like the PowerPoint version of this presentation, you may contact me after purchase at the email provided on the last slide or at christa@historyprims.com.

Reading Assignment

This short four-page close reading and worksheet activity provides an overview of how women participated in the military during World War II. It covers nurses and the women who supported the other branches of the military: the Women Army Corps (WAC), the WAVES (Navy), SPARS (Coast Guard), Marines and WASPs. Students can read this on their own as a homework assignment or it can be a group activity in a classroom. It is also ideally suited for home-schoolers or independent learners who want to learn more. A Worksheet with questions based on the reading is included, along with an Answer Key.

A Speech Bubble Bonus Activity page is also included! See the Preview to see the Bonus Activity.

Students will become more knowledge about the contributions of women during World War II and consider how and why there was resistance to their involvement in the military.

This is also available as a digital resource through Easel so students may complete it online.

If you like World War II historical fiction, I have written a book called Hearts of War about a Nisei soldier who served in the Military Intelligence Service and a woman who served in the Women Army Corps. In writing this book, I wanted to bring an unknown aspect of history to light. Available on Amazon or Kindle and I appreciate any reviews!

Ready to teach literary elements and concepts combined with historical fiction and social skills? This zip packet contains: Preview file with cover image 3 Readers theater-like scripts of 3-4 pages each 1 Readers' Script Getting Started Packet Readers' Script Critical Thinking handouts: Readers' Script Information Guideline for implementing activities Subject Theme Plot line Mood Tone Character analysis Text evidence Symbolism Genres 6 Project based assignments 2 Fact based, real life connection assignments Fabulous Vocabulary Handout with graphic organizer Differentiated vocabulary list 3 Readers' Scripts Stories: Readers’ Script Overview Script 1 Title: The Great Steamboat Race Genre: Historical Fiction Four Characters: Tom, Abby, Mr. Millborn, Mrs. Millborn Setting: Banks of Mississippi River No. of Acts: 1 (3 pages) Script Overview: Tom and Abby can’t wait for the Mississippi River steamboat race! Both are surprised when Tom’s former classmate is spotted working aboard one of the ships. However, Mr. and Mrs. Millborn are shocked to learn their son’s classmate dropped out of school to work on a river boat. Can two parents persuade their son to continue his education, or will an exciting life on the Mississippi River persuade him to join his classmate? Script 2 Title: The Frozen Fiancés Genre: Historical Fiction Four Characters: Narrator, Richard, Lydia, and Captain Setting: Ship’s Deck, December 22, 1850, Rockland Harbor, Maine No. of Acts: 3 (3 pages) Script Overview: Richard and Lydia are aboard a schooner on their way to Owl’s Head Lighthouse to be married when a winter storm delays them. Can the captain safely guide the ship across the harbor, or will their lives end in Rockland Harbor? This historical fiction script is based upon a true story that resulted in Owl’s Head Lighthouse being named the most famous haunted place in America. Script 3 Title: Terror Aboard the Titanic Genre: Historical Fiction Three Characters: Jane, John, Edward Setting: 1915 local newspaper office No. of Acts: 1 (4 pages) Script Overview: Jane and John, twin sister and brother, survived a horrifying night aboard the unsinkable Titanic. Now, the twins relive the story when Edward, a local reporter, interviews them for a fantastic scoop. But, is the journalist more interested in Jane or the Titanic tale? Historical facts about the Titanic and its fateful voyage make this historical fiction script an interesting read. These 3-4 page scripts are perfect for at-risk, ESL/ELL, homeschool, flipped classrooms, and even for AP. Great for classes with short time frames and students with short attention spans! Use for close readings and critical analysis. Perfect for standardized test prep for analyzing text and meaning. Social topics and historical fiction combined for quick lessons that reinforce reading and writing skills. Great for small group settings and literacy centers.

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Elevate your students' reading comprehension skills with this comprehensive lesson on identifying and understanding author's purpose. This resource is designed to help students in grades 6-8 develop critical thinking skills and become more effective readers by analyzing various elements of a text, such as word choice, writing techniques, and main ideas.

The package includes:

A detailed, 40-slide presentation covering:

• The importance of understanding author's purpose

• The three main types of author's purpose: persuade, inform, and entertain

• How word choice, writing techniques, and main ideas contribute to author's purpose

• Practical tips and strategies for identifying author's purpose in various texts

• Two example passages with in-depth analysis of author's purpose, word choice, writing techniques, and main ideas

• Recap of key points and encouragement for students to practice their skills

20 carefully curated non-fiction texts from diverse genres, such as opinion pieces, advertisements, and informative essays, providing ample opportunities for students to apply their learning

A versatile worksheet that guides students through analyzing each text, focusing on:

1. Summarizing the main points
2. Identifying the main idea and author's purpose
3. Examining key writing techniques and their effects

Text Titles:

Literary Nonfiction

1. Biography of Malala Yousafzai - Explore the life of a young woman who stood up for education rights and won a Nobel Peace Prize.
2. Emma Raducanu: A Rising Star Overcoming the Odds - An account focusing on the challenges and triumphs in youth sports.
3. Personal Essay on Bullying - Reflections from someone who experienced bullying, discussing its impacts and lessons learned.
4. Travel Writing about a Trip to the Amazon Rainforest - Descriptions and adventures in one of the world's most vital and diverse ecosystems.

Journalism

1. News Article on Climate Change - Current events and scientific explanations regarding global climate shifts.
2. Feature Story on Innovations in Technology - In-depth look at how technology is changing education.
3. Investigative Reporting on Plastic Pollution - Uncovering the sources and solutions of plastic pollution in oceans.
4. Opinion Piece on the Importance of Recycling - Persuasive arguments about why recycling should be a part of daily life.

Academic Writing

1. Research Paper on Habitats of Endangered Species - Study and presentation of critical habitats that need protection.
2. Case Study on the Impact of Video Games on Youth - Analysis of positive and negative effects of gaming.
3. Review of a Science Documentary - Critical evaluation of a popular science documentary's content and presentation.

Practical Nonfiction

1. How-to Guide on Starting a Community Garden - Step-by-step instructions for school-based or community garden projects.
2. Self-help Book for Teens on Managing Stress - Practical advice and techniques for handling school and social stress.
3. Instructions for cooking lasagne - From the history, to the ingredients, to the recipe and execution.

Creative Nonfiction

1. Narrative Nonfiction on a Significant Historical Event - A compelling retelling of the moon landing, focusing on lesser-known facts and figures.
2. Historical Account of the Civil Rights Movement - A blend of factual history and personal stories from the 1960s.
3. True Crime Story about a Famous Art Heist - Examination of the theft, the investigation, and the impact on the art world.

Additional Engaging Topics

1. Exploration of the Ancient Civilization of Egypt  - Delving into their culture, technology, and contributions to modern society.

2. Science Behind Natural Disasters - Understanding earthquakes, hurricanes, and volcanoes through a scientific lens.

3. The Evolution of Music from Classical to Modern Pop - Tracing how music has changed over the centuries and its influence on society.

By working through this lesson and completing the accompanying activities, your students will:

• Gain a deep understanding of author's purpose and its significance in reading comprehension

• Learn to identify and analyze the elements of a text that contribute to author's purpose

• Develop critical thinking skills by examining word choice, writing techniques, and main ideas

• Improve their ability to summarize and interpret various types of non-fiction texts

• Become more confident and engaged readers, equipped with strategies for tackling complex texts

This resource is perfect for English Language Arts, Reading, or Writing classes, as well as for test preparation and literacy intervention programs. The slides and activities can be easily adapted to suit your classroom's needs and can be used for whole-class instruction, small-group work, or independent practice.

Empower your students to become skilled, critical readers with this comprehensive lesson on author's purpose. Purchase now and unlock the key to improved reading comprehension!

Edition 1 contains 25 readings ranging from easy to difficult-

Includes reading comprehension questions, unique topics and counting of words per minute.

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Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with this comprehensive reading comprehension bundle, featuring the powerful stories of six legendary Native American figures: Crazy Horse, Geronimo, Sacagawea, Sitting Bull, Tecumseh, and Wilma Mankiller. Each passage brings history to life, detailing the courage, resilience, and significant contributions of these influential leaders to their people and the world.

Perfect for grades 4-8, this bundle includes engaging questions, vocabulary exercises, and multiple-choice questions for each figure, making it an ideal resource for fostering critical thinking and reading skills. With 30% off, this bundle is a valuable addition to any classroom, allowing students to explore these rich histories while connecting with the diverse voices that shaped Native American culture and heritage.

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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:

• Miwok
• Chumash
• Cahuilla
• Mojave
• Hupa
• ...and more to come...

Key Features for Each Group:

• Land: Explore the locations and landscapes where each California Native American people lived.
• Homes: Learn about the unique shelters built by each tribe, showcasing their ingenuity and community living.
• Clothing: Discover the distinct clothing styles and materials used by each California Native American people.
• Children: Gain insights into the lives of children within each tribe, including their roles and daily activities.
• Influential Figures: Delve into the lives and achievements of notable leaders and figures from each tribe.

Two Differentiated Levels for Each Resource:

• Elementary Level: Simplified language and engaging visuals to captivate young learners and foster a deeper understanding of each culture.
• Middle/High School Level: More detailed and complex information tailored for older students, encouraging critical thinking and deeper analysis.

BONUS FILE: Booklet Template aligned to the reading passages.

Why Choose This Growing Bundle?

• Versatile Use: Ideal for classroom instruction, homework assignments, or independent study.
• Educational Value: Provides a thorough and respectful portrayal of California Native American heritage, promoting cultural awareness and appreciation.

Enhance your students' knowledge and appreciation of California Native American history and culture with our expertly crafted and continuously expanding bundle of research resources.

The graphic novel, Twins - The Graphic Novel by Varian Johnson and Shannon Wright is great for children ages 9 - 15 years old, as they can relate with the characters. This is a book about friendship, getting along with siblings - sisters, brothers, twins, developing interests, finding oneself, accepting and adjusting to change, starting a new school, competing with those you care about, effective communication, being a good friend, being different from others and embracing those differences. Comprehension questions and multiple choice questions are provided in this product and are separated by the books 11 chapters. An answer key is provided at the end of the product for questions asked in each of the 11 chapters.

The comprehension questions in this product relate with the text as well as students own experiences. Vocabulary words, their meanings, and a few example sentences are presented in the product. As the book is being read aloud, as a chapter comes to an end, or as students are reading the book or after the book has been read, students can answer the comprehension questions in this packet.

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Introduce your students to the thrilling no prep Ancient Egyptian Scavenger Hunt! This engaging and interactive activity puts students in the shoes of a detective trying to find a long lost burial site of an unknown pharaoh who was said to have more riches than even King Tutankhamun.

Each student, or group of students, will receive 10 reading task cards related to Ancient Egypt, how the Egyptians modified their environment, how they used their local resources, the role of artifacts and archaeological features. The task is not only to read the cards but to solve 10 questions—the catch is that the answer to each question is found on a different card, encouraging students to read all the information thoroughly.

How It Works:

• Students will need to determine the code word for each card by answering the fill-in-the-blank questions.
• Once all the code words have been found, students must unscramble the letters from each code word to discover the final mystery word.
• In addition, they will collect clues to uncover a 4-digit code, which will help them successfully complete their journey.

Failing to unscramble the mystery word or crack the 4-digit code will result in the tomb remaining sealed forever, and the expedition will be lost to the sands of time. However, completing the mission means students will have made one of the greatest discoveries in history, uncovering the forgotten pharaoh’s solid gold burial site, filled with unimaginable riches, artifacts, and secrets of Ancient Egypt!

What Makes This Activity Perfect for Your Classroom:

• Engaging and Educational: Your students will be excited to play the role of an explorer while learning about Ancient Egypt and how the Egyptians used/modified their environment.
• Critical Thinking Skills: By having to cross-reference information from multiple task cards, students practice comprehension, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• No-Prep Needed: Simply print the task cards and hand them out to your students! It’s ready to go with minimal prep.
• Flexible Usage: This scavenger hunt can be used independently, as a group activity, or even as a fast-finisher task. It works perfectly as a history lesson, or as a fun, educational activity!

Ideal for Different Learning Styles

Whether done individually or in groups, this scavenger hunt provides the perfect opportunity for students to collaborate and share ideas as they solve the puzzles. If students are working independently, it gives them a chance to practice self-paced learning while still engaging with the history of Ancient Egypt.

Perfect for History Lessons or Fun Themed Activities This activity fits seamlessly into your classroom’s history curriculum. It’s a perfect way to introduce and reinforce learning about Ancient Egypt.

This Ancient Egypt Scavenger Hunt is not only a fun, no-prep classroom activity, but it also ensures that students gain a deeper understanding of history while developing important reading and comprehension skills. Bring the excitement of the search for the Ancient Egyptian burial site into your classroom with this adventure-packed scavenger hunt.

From Figurative Language to textual analysis, this 4-set, 100+-item TASK CARDS resource allows students to break apart Jewett's "A WHITE HERON." This resource has black/white and colored versions; numbered and unnumbered versions. Students get to delve deeply into the literature. Their readings will come to life and their comprehension will soar. These 54-question items will make your English Language Arts class the place to be!

A Grab-n-Go resource in 4 different variations that you can even tailor to your students with BLANK CARDS!

*These TASK CARDS are great for differentiation, absent student assignment, bell ringer, or class enders* [See Suggested Uses]

This resource includes:

1. 54-numbered, black&white question TASK CARDS

2. 54-numbered, black&white question TASK CARDS

3. 54-unnumbered, colored question TASK CARDS

4. 54-unnumbered, black&white question TASK CARDS

5. 14-item Suggested Uses page

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Bring the enchantment of "The Hobbit" to life in your classroom with our lively companion resource. Tailored to seamlessly pair with the Hobbit workbook, this gem injects fun and collaboration into your literature unit.

This product provides you access to the Canva template!

My Favorite Approach: If you want your students to not get lost in the pages, print any of the excerpts you want them to annotate on poster paper and let them practice annotating!

Why You'll Love It:

35 Engaging Questions Across 7 Parts:

Delve into Tolkien's world with 35 questions spread across the seven parts of "The Hobbit." Crafted to spark curiosity and encourage close reading, these questions are the perfect companions for your literary journey.

Collaboration is Key:

Ignite the spirit of teamwork! Each team tackles a question, fostering collaboration, discussion, and shared discoveries. Watch as your class transforms into a vibrant community of Tolkien enthusiasts.

Classwide Sharing Sessions:

Elevate your classroom dynamic with exciting sharing sessions! After exploring their questions, students come together to share insights, fostering a lively exchange of ideas and deepening their connection to the text.

Organized Answer Collection:

Keep things organized and stress-free. Students receive an additional sheet to collect ALL answers for ALL questions, ensuring a comprehensive record of their collaborative efforts. Easy for you, empowering for them!

Why Choose This Close Reading Activity?

Nurture Critical Thinkers:

Watch as your students develop essential critical thinking skills by diving into Tolkien's narrative intricacies.

Foster Collaboration:

Create a classroom where students not only learn from the text but also from each other's unique perspectives.

Perfectly Paired:

Seamlessly integrate with our "The Hobbit Workbook" for a cohesive and immersive learning experience.

Transform your literature unit into a collaborative celebration! Download "The Hobbit Close Reading and Analysis Questions" now and make Tolkien's magic come alive in your classroom!

The page numbers go with the following copy of the book:

Tolkien, J.R.R. The Hobbit or There and Back Again. Del Rey, 2020.

Unlock Real-World Skills with our School-Based Functional Texts! Elevate learning with 2 levels of engaging content, featuring field trip slips, science fair flyers, teacher emails, school newspaper updates, and class schedules. Empower students with practical comprehension in a classroom-tested package!

Through engaging reading exercises, students will interact with these practical texts and develop crucial comprehension skills. They'll explore each functional text and respond to targeted questions that assess their understanding.

Designed with differentiation in mind, this resource offers two distinct levels, ensuring that all students can benefit, learn, and succeed.

This resource is also available as part of a bundle saving you over 20%

Functional Texts - School Edition BUNDLE

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 5 school themed functional texts
• 2 levels (cut & paste + write in the answer)
• 24 worksheets with 150 questions
• Answer key

Level 1: Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions - Bolded Key Words

• 12 worksheets
• 65 questions (5 - 6 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

Level 2: Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Some Multi-Part

• 12 worksheets
• 85 questions (6 - 8 questions per page)
• Teacher answer key

TOTAL:

⭐ 5 DIFFERENT FUNCTIONAL TEXTS

⭐ 24 WORKSHEETS WITH 150 QUESTIONS

TEXTS INCLUDED:

• Field Trip Notice/ Permission Slip
• Science Fair Flyer
• Teacher Email
• School Newspaper Flyer
• Student Academic Schedule

OTHER SCHOOL THEMED RESOURCES:

Product Label Comprehension - Back to School Edition

Dollar Up Shopping Worksheets - Back to School Store

Back to School Shopping Task Cards

Back to School Coloring Pages

Back to School Advertisements

September Life Skills Morning Work - Paper

Elevate your middle school students' narrative writing skills with this winter-themed essay planning guide. This resource features 10 captivating, holiday-themed photos, ranging from a snowman on the beach to a gingerbread family on the run, Krampus enjoying hot chocolate, and a pirate ship bathed in green holiday lights. These images are perfect for sparking creativity and guiding students through the narrative writing process.

Learning Objectives:

• Enhance the ability to plan and draft a narrative story that is both engaging and imaginative.
• Encourage creativity while ensuring narratives encompass all essential elements of a structured narrative text.

What's Inside:

• 10 double sided planning guides, one for each photo!
• Detailed graphic organizers to assist students in exploring the setting, characters, conflict, and resolution.
• A Google Slides presentation featuring each high-interest photo for classroom projection, facilitating the introduction of each new writing prompt.

How to Use:

• Day 1: Display the photo prompt using the slides and encourage students to brainstorm ideas with the graphic organizer.
• Day 2: Start drafting the narrative, drawing inspiration from the vivid image.
• Day 3: Continue the narrative, adding details and developing the storyline.
• Day 4: Conduct peer reviews or teacher feedback sessions, followed by revisions and editing.
• Day 5: Publish the final narrative piece, celebrating the students' creative achievements.

Standards Alignment:

• Aligned with CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.W.5.3 through W.8.3, ensuring the resource meets educational standards for narrative writing.

Formats Available:

• A ready-to-use PDF for printouts and a Google Slides version for seamless classroom integration.

Usage Scenario:

• Ideal for middle school teachers to use as a standalone writing unit, an extension activity, or as a part of a choice board for students.

Highlights:

• Engaging and diverse photo prompts: Each image is carefully chosen to resonate with middle school students, featuring themes like winter holidays, mythical creatures, adventure, and family.
• Classroom-ready: The Google Slides format allows for easy introduction of each writing prompt, while print-ready PDFs ensure quick and effortless preparation.

Transform your classroom's narrative writing approach with this captivating, standards-aligned essay planning guide. Watch as your students' imaginations soar with each unique and inspiring photo prompt!

Looking for a fun way to get your students talking, moving, and collaborating? Look no further!

The focus of this breakout is Literary Devices. The activities in this breakout game are designed to help students review. The Escape Room is Halloween themed and includes some spooky examples. A great review game before a test or quiz. Includes Metaphor, Simile, Onomatopoeia, Hyperbole, Imagery, Alliteration, and Euphemism Comes complete with answer key.

This resource bundle includes the following items:

*Colonial American Women: Power Point Presentation

*Colonial American Women: Reading Assignment and Worksheet
*Colonial American Women: Analyzing Primary Sources and DBQs

Power Point Lesson

This 22-slide PowerPoint presentation covers women's experiences in Colonial America between 1607 and 1763. It is an ideal lesson for the colonial period or as a stand-alone resource for women’s history. It is also a good resource during Women’s History Month.

Each slide contains primary sources and images that highlight the varied experiences of women in colonial America. Some specific women are highlighted through primary source excerpts and images. Native American women's experiences during this period are explored in more detail in the Native American Women PowerPoint Presentation in the Women in American History Series.

The PowerPoint file is included as a Bonus file.

This is also available as a digital resource through Easel. Students may review independently.

Reading Assignment and Worksheet

This five-page Reading Assignment and Worksheet provides an overview of the various activities, attributes and activities of women in Colonial America between 1607 and 1763 which was the start of the French and Indian War.

Students can read this on their own as a homework assignment or it can be a group activity in a classroom. It is also ideally suited for home-schoolers or independent learners who want to learn more. A Worksheet with questions based on the reading is included, along with an Answer Key.

Reading Assignment - 3 pages

Worksheet - 2 pages

Analyzing Primary Sources

This 21-page Primary Source Analysis activity gives students a chance to delve deeper into life of colonial women prior to the French and Indian War which began in 1763. They will be able to determine what issues were important to women and how they contributed to society. Included is a one-page sheet that explains what primary sources are and how to analyze them using specific questions through a process called HAPPY. Primary sources include pamphlet excerpts, photographs and posters. Each page of primary sources includes questions. There is also a page at the end for students to apply the HAPPY process to one source. There are also two DBQ questions. An Answer Key to all the questions and the HAPPY process is available at the end of the packet. This is excellent practice for all high school students, particularly Honors and AP students, but all students will find these resources engaging.

Students can read this on their own as a homework assignment or it can be a group activity in a classroom. It is also ideally suited for home-schoolers or independent learners who want to learn more. Teachers can assign just a few sources to analyze or the entire packet. Student time will vary. A Worksheet with questions based on the reading is included, along with an Answer Key.

This is part of the Women in American History Series which includes PowerPoint lessons as well as Reading Assignments and Worksheets, Analyzing Primary Sources, Activities and Teaching Bundles for other eras.

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This book series is great for children ages 7 - 13, as they can relate with what Frank and Joe are doing and what mystery they are attempting to solve. The book, The HBs - Mystery Map - Book 3, discusses problem solving skills, working together as a team, listening to others ideas, not accusing others, solving problems, and being a good friend/sibling. The comprehension questions in this product relate with the text as well as students own experiences. Vocabulary words, their meanings, and example sentences are presented in the packet. Students can also write sentences using the vocabulary words. As the book is being read aloud, as students are reading the book or after the book has been read, students can answer the comprehension questions in this packet. Words that students may need help with spelling when answering comprehension questions are provided in this product as well. An answer key is included at the back of this product for all chapter comprehension questions.

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