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Prevent the summer slide and keep your 6th and 7th-grade students on track with these Summer Reading Fluency and Comprehension Passages with Multiple Choice Questions and Answers.

All 4 passages are fictional and include:

• The Marvels of the Summer Hammock
• The Enchanted Forest
• The Memorable Camping Adventure
• Drifting on the Waters: The Joy of Kayaking

Each passage is accompanied by a set multiple-choice and written response questions that assess comprehension, with answer keys provided for easy grading.

The material is versatile and suitable for full-class instruction, group discussions, or individual study, making it a valuable addition to summer reading.

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• 10 Winter Holiday Narrative Essay Picture Prompts & Planner: Engage students in narrative writing with holiday-themed picture prompts and a structured planner to develop plot, character, and setting in alignment with creative writing standards.
• Christmas Hip Hop Lyrics Analysis: Teach figurative language, rhyme schemes, and tone through an engaging analysis of hip hop lyrics, blending music and ELA standards for Grades 6-8.
• St. Nick: Informational Text Structures: Explore main ideas, text structures, and author’s purpose with this winter-themed set of informational texts designed to strengthen critical reading skills.
• Unraveling Krampus: Text Structures and Critical Analysis: Develop students’ ability to identify text structures and analyze information critically with this high-interest resource focused on the Krampus folklore.
• Informational Text Structure Coloring Sort: Combine creativity and learning as students sort and color-code winter-themed informational texts to practice identifying text structures.
• Winter Wonders: Exploring Text Features Through Snow-Themed Articles: Strengthen comprehension and analysis skills by examining text features in engaging snow-themed articles, perfect for enhancing nonfiction literacy.
• Christmas Winter Holiday Characters from Around the World Research PBL: Dive into global holiday traditions with this project-based learning activity that encourages research, critical thinking, and presentation skills.
• Holiday Figurative Language & Movie Clip Standard-Based Learning Activities: Analyze figurative language through fun, holiday-themed movie clips that align with ELA figurative language standards for middle schoolers.
• Virtual Winter Sports Exploration: Engage students in a digital exploration of winter sports, focusing on informational text comprehension and analysis for Grades 4-6.
• Analyzing Narrative Point of View Winter-Themed: Develop higher-order thinking with winter-themed narrative texts that challenge students to analyze and compare points of view using Bloom’s Taxonomy.
• Winter Vacation PBL: Inspire creativity and practical application with this low-prep, project-based learning activity where stude

Introducing the ultimate study guide for Lord of the Flies the classic novel by William Golding! Lord of the Flies study guide flipbook contains everything you need to understand this masterpiece of American literature.

With 16 pages of comprehensive material, the study guide is divided into three main sections, including Questions by Part, Historical Context, and About The Author.

The Questions by Chapter 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 William Golding. 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 American literature.

The Character Map section includes details about each the novel's main characters, how they interact with each other, what character relationships exist, and provide students with a visual representation of the characters motivations.

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 Lord of the Flies 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 Lord of the Flies.

Tone Worksheets | Tone Graphic Organizers | Tone Activities | Tone PowerPoint

This resource is also included in the following discounted bundles:

• Literary Analysis Graphic Organizer Bundle
• Tone and Mood Graphic Organizer Bundle
• All ELA Mega Bundle
• ELA/SEL MEGA BUNDLE

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TONE Graphic Organizers that can be used with ANY text (contains FUN clipart and fonts)

ABOUT THIS RESOURCE

★ 9 Tone Graphic Organizers (in two variations)

★ PowerPoint version and Printable Worksheets version

★ 18 pages (Print and PowerPoint Slides)

★ Print and Digital (2 Google Slide Links)

★ Suitable for ANY Text and Grade

★ FUN Clipart Graphics, Fonts, and Borders

★ Uneditable (due to copyright purposes)

★ 9 Graphic Organizers X 2 Variations = 18 Graphic Organizers

This resource includes:

★ 9 Tone Graphic Organizers in Worksheet Form (Print and Digital)

★ 9 Tone Graphic Organizers in PowerPoint Form (PowerPoint and Digital)

★ 2 Google Slide Links (PowerPoint and Worksheet versions)

TWO DIGITAL VERSIONS (Google Slides / Text Boxes Already Created!)

★ PowerPoint Slides (9 slides)

★ Worksheets (9 slides)

(Both versions have the same exact content!!!)

These graphic organizers come in the following variations:

★ Print / PDF versions (9 Tone Graphic Organizers)

★ PowerPoint Slide versions (9 Tone Graphic Organizer Slides)

★ 2 Digital Versions - PowerPoint Google Slides and Worksheet Google Slides

9 Graphic Organizers X 2 Variations = 18 Graphic Organizers

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This resource is also included in Google Slides! Text boxes have already been created to make it easier for you and your students! Each worksheet slide includes two instruction solution tabs for when students accidentally delete text boxes and when they want to zoom in (to enlarge worksheets). It's super helpful for students who are not that familiar with how to use Google Slides or need the extra assistance.

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The tone of a piece of writing is the author's attitude or feelings towards what he or she has written about.

These Tone Graphic Organizers are an assortment of graphic organizers that can be used to help students explore and analyze TONE in a piece of writing or story**.** Learning to identify the tone of a piece of literature helps improve comprehension. These graphic organizers can greatly support students in:

⭐ Recognize and pull out tone words in a piece of literature

⭐ Understand an author's attitude about the characters, events, or topic

⭐ Determine how tone can change in literature

⭐ Comprehend how an author creates tone through characters, setting, and imagery

These graphic organizers vary in difficulty, which provides options for differentiation. They can be mixed and matched for an increase of difficulty. These graphic organizers can help students organize their thoughts when thinking about tone.

Graphic Organizers focus on the following:

⭐ Tone Web (Words/Phrases author uses to set the tone)

⭐ Tone Details (Diction/Word Choice, Character Dialogue, Imagery)

⭐ Identifying the Author's Attitude

⭐ Change the Tone to a Different Tone (Change Words/Language)

⭐ What Message is the Author Conveying?

⭐ Using Tone to "Read Between the Lines"

⭐ How Authors Create Tone (Character, Setting, Imagery)

⭐ Shift of Tone (Beginning, Middle, End)

✅ Printable version

You can simply print out these graphic organizers and distribute. (This version is also included in Google Slides - Text boxes already created!)

✅ PowerPoint version

Also included is a “PowerPoint version” of the Tone Graphic Organizers with visually appealing fun clipart and fonts – UNEDITABLE – due to copyright purposes. They contain the same exact content in the printable/worksheets. PowerPoint version is also included in GOOGLE SLIDES - Text boxes already created!

✅ You will receive the actual Tone PowerPoint Graphic Organizer (uneditable), which includes “already created” text boxes. You can share the PowerPoint with your students to type in their responses, use it as display (Smartboard, “screen sharing,” upload into Google Classroom, type in it during mini lessons, etc.). Additionally, the same PowerPoint has also been uploaded into Google Slides with text boxes already created!

***Lesson plans are not included. These graphic organizers can be used in addition to your own lesson plans and in such a way that best meets the needs of your students.

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Other Graphic Organizer Packets (PRINT and DIGITAL) you might be interested in:

• Character Analysis Organizer BUNDLE
• Graphic Organizer BUNDLE
• Inferences Graphic Organizers BUNDLE
• Prediction Graphic Organizer BUNDLE
• Main Idea Graphic Organizers
• Citing Evidence Graphic Organizers
• Character Traits and Analysis Graphic Organizers
• Setting Graphic Organizer Bundle
• Setting Graphic Organizer Worksheets and PowerPoint
• Analyzing Setting Graphic Organizers
• Plot Graphic Organizers
• Theme Graphic Organizers
• Imagery Graphic Organizers
• Conflict Graphic Organizers
• Mood Graphic Organizers

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Looking for a winter-themed, engaging and informative reading comprehension activity full of useful tips on how to stay healthy during flu season? This scavenger hunt is designed to help students practice skim reading, looking for context clues, and learn some useful vocabulary.

It’s perfect for EFL / ESL students at the B1/B2 level and can also be used for native English classes at grade levels 5 - 7. With low prep, just print and hang, it contains 10 tips on how to stay healthy during flu season.

The scavenger hunt is designed so that students have to revisit and reread the reading passages multiple times when looking for code words. The answer to each question is located on a different reading passage card. Once students have answered all the questions, they unscramble the letters to reveal the final answer - the name of the murderer.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

♥ 10 reading passages

♥ answer sheets

♥ mission page

♥ directions

♥ teacher answer key

♥ conclusion

Options for use:

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☻Pair Work

☻Sub plan

☻Stations

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Printable Mother's Day activities are perfect for keeping kids engaged and entertained during the Mother's Day . These activities include a variety of fun and educational options that can be easily printed and completed at home or on the go.

this bundle contains coloring pages, word search, mazes, sudoku, cut and paste And Much more ...

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• pages ( PDF + PNG)

• Large 8.5'' x 11'' designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper

• High-resolution images

• Unlimited prints

• Great for kids, boys and girls

JUST DOWNLOAD, PRINT AND GET STARTED

• This item comes as a high-resolution PDF + PNG files that you can download straight after purchasing.

• You can print as many copies as you want.

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• This is a digital item.

• No physical product or printed material will be shipped.

• No refunds as this is a digital product.

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C'est le bundle ultime des mini-leçons qui regroupe toutes mes mini-leçons de lecture et d'écriture disponibles dans ma boutique ! Il contient plus de 500 pages de matériel, avec plus de 75 mini-leçons et ateliers, ainsi qu'une abondance de tableaux d'ancrage, organisateurs graphiques, prompts, et exemples modélisés pour chaque stratégie. ÇA GRANDIT, LES AMIS!

Chaque leçon, qu’elle soit en écriture ou en lecture, est méticuleusement préparée avec un plan de leçon détaillé incluant le script de l’enseignant, les objectifs pédagogiques, des lectures et écritures partagées et guidées, des exercices en partenariat ou en groupe, ainsi que des activités d’entraînement en autonomie.

Voici ce que vous trouverez dans ce bundle :

Écriture :

• Générer les idées
• Endurance et motivation
• La structure et la fluidité
• Améliorer le choix de mots
• Introductions & conclusions

Lecture :

• Solutionner les mots
• La visualisation
• Faire des liens
• Connaissances antérieures
• Faire des prédictions
• Faire des inférences
• Informations clés
• Stratégies de réparation

Ce bundle grandissant est l'outil idéal pour tout enseignant cherchant à avoir toutes ses leçons prêtes à l’emploi avec toutes les lectures incluses. Ne cherchez pas plus loin, c'est la bible pédagogique!

Dans cette ressource, vous trouverez les documents suivants:

• Écriture: Générer les idées
• Écriture: Endurance et motivation
• Écriture: La structure et la fluidité
• Écriture: Améliorer le choix de mots
• Écriture: Introductions & conclusions
• Lecture: Solutionner les mots
• Lecture: La visualisation
• Lecture: Faire des liens
• Lecture: Connaissances antérieures
• Lecture: Faire des prédictions
• Lecture: Faire des inférences
• Lecture: Informations clés
• Lecture: Stratégies de réparation

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Native American Tecumseh Reading Comprehension

Uncover the incredible story of Tecumseh, the great Shawnee leader who sought to unite Native American tribes to resist the encroachment of settlers on their lands. This reading comprehension passage introduces students to Tecumseh’s vision of a united Native confederation, his eloquence as a speaker, and his courageous fight to preserve his people’s way of life. From his diplomatic efforts to his role in the War of 1812, Tecumseh’s legacy as a defender of Native sovereignty is vividly captured in this passage.

Ideal for grades 4-8, this resource includes comprehension questions, vocabulary-building exercises, and multiple-choice questions that foster critical thinking and a deeper understanding of Tecumseh’s contributions to Native American history. Perfect for Native American Heritage Month or social studies lessons, this reading passage highlights the strength and vision of a leader who fought for unity and justice.

What’s Included:

• Size 8.5 x 11 in

• 4 Pages

• PDF

• Multiple-choice questions

• Reading comprehension

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Looking for a fun Election Day project? This interactive Flip Book craft and activity is a no-prep, printable close reading activity that's geared toward upper elementary, middle school and high school. Election Day in the United States is a time for us to think about what we stand for. This activity is fun and easy way to celebrate Election Day in your classroom.

Students will read the article titled "Election Day: A Day of Change and Choice" which describes the importance of getting out and voting, because it was a hard-earned right for Americans. After reading, students will construct a flipbook and answer a reading comprehension question about Election Day. All answers can be found in the article! After that, students may color their flip books and present to a partner. This truly is an all-in-one activity!

Simply print and go! There is no preparation needed, which is why this set is perfect to leave for sub plans, bell ringers, homework, test prep, review or assessment!

Geared toward Upper Elementary, Middle and High School students.

Purchase once, and this product can be used year after year! This resource requires NO PREP - simply print and go!

This flip book can be printed in black and white or on color paper, regular paper or cardstock, but it only requires 1 sheet for the entire flip book!

**For personal and single classroom use only. If using with multiple classrooms, please purchase additional licenses at the discounted rate.**

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Dive into the dynamic world of meteorology with the FREEBIE “The Fury of Nature: Understanding Hurricanes” reading passage, Q & A, and Note-Taking Sheets!  This educational resource offers a captivating reading passage that explores the science, impact, and fascinating facts about hurricanes.  Accompanied by a comprehensive set of questions and answers, it provides a thorough framework for assessing student understanding and encouraging critical thinking. The note-taking sheets are designed to help students organize information effectively and develop strong study habits.  Ideal for middle to high school students, this freebie is an invaluable addition to any science curriculum or classroom library.

What’s Included?

• 20 Bookmarks, each featuring a critical reading skill or strategy for grades 3 - 8:

  • Main Idea & Supporting Details
  • Summarizing
  • Making Inferences
  • Context Clues
  • Identifying Theme
  • and many more!

Why You'll Love This Resource

• Student-Friendly Format: Each bookmark simplifies complex skills into bite-sized, actionable steps.
• Versatile Use: Perfect for guided reading groups, independent practice, or homework aids.
• Aligned with Curriculum Standards: Helps reinforce essential reading skills aligned with Common Core and other standards.
• Durable and Reusable: Print, laminate, and reuse for years!

The book, Swim Team by Johnnie Christmas is great for children ages 7 - 13 years old, as they can relate with Bree as she moves to a new state, starts a new middle school, makes friends along the way and the challenges with friendships she struggles to maintain, the lack of self confidence she has, and she becomes more confident along the way, how she solves disagreements with friends, tries her best, shares her talents with others, adjusts to changes that occur in her life, learning that it is okay not to be friends with everyone, the importance of friendship, doing things that you want to do - being a leader instead of a follower, and how to handle stressful situations, anxiety, conflict, and bullying.

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 vocabulary words in sentences. 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. Comprehension questions are broken down into chapters that match the book's 9 chapters. An answer key is provided at the end of this product. Students can also answer comprehension questions towards the end of the packet as well that relate with the entire book.

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Looking for an exciting way to teach your students about soils and weathering? This New York State Escape Room is the perfect blend of social studies content, close reading, and gamified learning! In this activity, students will explore the geography of New York State including cities, landmarks, and state/country/body of water borders through an engaging close reading article and four unique challenges.

Overview of the Activity: Students begin by reading a two-page informational passage about New York state geography, borders, cities, important landmarks within the state, etc.. The article includes essential vocabulary like state, city, lake, country, border, river and mountain, providing a solid foundation for students before they tackle the four interactive challenges.

Each challenge targets a different skill:

• Challenge 1: Matching vocabulary terms to their definitions (reinforcing social studies concepts).
• Challenge 2: True/false questions based on key facts from the reading (to build comprehension).
• Challenge 3: Multiple-choice questions (testing understanding of key concepts).
• Challenge 4: Identifying the paragraph where certain information is found (developing close reading skills).

For each correct answer, students receive a clue—a one-digit number. After completing all four challenges, students use their numbers to solve a final puzzle and “escape” the room.

**Why Use Close Reading?:**Close reading is an instructional approach that encourages students to carefully analyze and interpret a text. In this escape room, students must return to the passage multiple times to find the answers to the questions, helping them:

• Improve their reading comprehension.
• Strengthen critical thinking skills.
• Become more independent readers who can tackle complex information.

Benefits of Gamified Learning: Using an escape room format transforms a traditional lesson into an adventure! Students love the thrill of solving puzzles, working together, and completing challenges, which boosts their engagement and motivation. Here’s why gamified learning is a hit in the classroom:

• Increases engagement: Students are naturally motivated by challenges and competition, making learning more interactive and exciting.
• Enhances problem-solving skills: Escape rooms require students to use logic and critical thinking to solve clues and progress through tasks.
• Encourages teamwork: As students collaborate, they practice communication and teamwork, skills essential for success in group settings.

**Perfect for Social Studies and Literacy Integration:**This escape room seamlessly integrates social studies content with reading comprehension, making it a powerful resource for interdisciplinary learning. While students strengthen their understanding of New York State geography, they’re also developing literacy skills by interpreting information, analyzing key details, and practicing vocabulary.

Whether you’re teaching about New York states borders, geography within the state itself, or just looking for a fun, engaging way to challenge your students, this New York State Escape Room is sure to captivate their attention while reinforcing key learning objectives.

Your 6-8 students will love The Silent Brush, a winter-themed mystery story that explores vocabulary, theme, and character analysis. This Common Core-aligned resource includes a vocabulary awareness chart and comprehension questions focusing on symbolism, foreshadowing, and setting. Perfect for critical thinking and seasonal ELA activities!

Title & Theme:

• Story Title: The Silent Brush - a suspenseful, winter-themed mystery set in a secluded lodge with elements of art and supernatural intrigue.
• Genre: Mystery with hints of supernatural and psychological themes, ideal for engaging students in winter ELA lessons.

Grade Level & Standards Alignment:

• Target Audience: Designed for middle school students, specifically grades 6-8.
• Standards: Aligned with Common Core standards for Reading Literature, Writing, and Speaking & Listening. Activities include literary analysis, vocabulary development, and textual evidence-based responses.

Pre-Reading Activity - Vocabulary Awareness Chart:

• Focus on Vocabulary: A chart that helps students assess their familiarity with key vocabulary (e.g., “apparition,” “foreboding,” “sentient”) before reading. Students rate their knowledge and define each word in their own words, preparing them for the story’s complex themes.
• Skill Development: Supports vocabulary acquisition, comprehension, and contextual understanding.

Reading Comprehension & Critical Thinking Questions:

• Comprehension Questions: 13 analytical questions that dive into character motivations, symbolism, and thematic elements such as nature’s call and foreshadowing.

Answer Key:

• Teacher Support: Answer key provides guidance on expected responses, ideal for efficient grading or supporting class discussions.

Seasonal and Flexible Use:

• Winter-Themed Resource: Fits perfectly into winter lesson plans with a snowy, mysterious setting that captures students’ imagination.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for independent work, group activities, or seasonal projects in ELA classrooms.

Reading strategies enable our students to comprehend a text in a variety of ways and develop a deeper understanding of how texts are constructed. They use these strategies to express what they have just read, make connections, draw conclusions and further engage with a text.

These posters can be used to display the learning focus for a lesson, unit or student goal. Created to match my Geometric Design theme, they are also an interesting way to display reading strategies in your classroom.

What's Included:

• British and American Spelling
• Two different Reading Strategy Designs
• 10 Different Reading Strategies.

Reading Strategies Include:

• Visualising/Visualizing
• Questioning
• Adjusting
• Summarising/Summarizing
• Inferring
• Predicting
• Synthesising/Synthesizing
• Connecting
• Analysing/Analyzing
• Critiquing

This Maya Angelou I KNOW WHY THE CAGED BIRD SINGS UNIT QUIZZES resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 8 SHORT RESPONSE Questions, 30-QUESTION MULTIPLE CHOICE QUIZ, one GROUP QUIZ, Suggested Uses, EDITABLE, and Black&White Versions to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. 6th - 9th Graders will love this quiz. Check it out!

SUMMARY:

Maya Angelou's I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings chronicles her life from age 3 through age 16, recounting an unsettled and sometimes traumatic childhood that included rape and racism. Do our environments truly make us who we are?

This 9th - 12th grade canonized work allows students to delve into the powerful exploration of the human capacity for prejudice, resilience, rape, and self-sufficiency.

This Product Includes:

1. 30-Multiple Choice Questions

2. 8 Short Response Questions

3. AN AWESOME GROUP PRESENTATION PROJECT

4. Black and White Version

5. SUGGESTED USES

6. Answer Key provided

7. EDITABLE resource

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Embark on an extraordinary literary adventure with this unit bundle for The Hobbit. This carefully curated collection combines engaging and thought-provoking resources designed to enrich your teaching of J.R.R. Tolkien's timeless masterpiece. From pre-reading activities to post-reading analysis, interactive maps, and collaborative hexagonal thinking, this bundle has everything you need to create an immersive and dynamic learning experience for your high school and middle school students.

Key Components:

• The Hobbit Workbook: This comprehensive workbook lays the foundation, guiding students through vocabulary explanations, background knowledge of Tolkien, guided chapter notes, and thought-provoking writing prompts. Focused on fostering comprehension, literary analysis, and critical thinking, it ensures a deep dive into the world of Bilbo Baggins.

• The Hobbit Close Reading and Analysis Questions: Elevate your students' exploration with 35 additional close reading and analysis questions. Perfect for post-reading activities, these questions delve into the novel's intricacies, encouraging collaboration, annotation, and in-depth analysis.

• The Hobbit Hexagonal Thinking Activity: Ignite critical thinking with our Hexagonal Thinking Activity. Whether exploring connections before reading or diving into post-reading themes, these hexagonal cards provide a visually engaging and collaborative experience, fostering insightful discussions among students.

• The Hobbit Story Map Activity: Immerse your students in Middle-earth with our Story Map Activity. This versatile resource offers a large printable map for tactile learners and a Google Slides activity for a digital interactive experience. Explore key plot points and moments with additional images that can be added to enhance understanding.

• Final Assessment Ideas: Assess your student's understanding of the novel using one of the writing prompts - creative or informative! Or focus on project-based learning and allow them to explore the novel by working on one of the project ideas.

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This resource is specifically designed to introduce students to the vital life skill of reading common bills accurately. With this downloadable material, students will engage with a diverse collection of realistic utility bills, including those from an electric company, town water and more.

Through a series of thought-provoking questions, students will develop a deep understanding of various aspects related to these bills, such as a_ccount details, costs, due dates, late charges, and more._ The resource offers two levels of engagement: a cut-and-paste activity level and a write-in-the-answer level. This ensures that students of varying abilities can participate and reinforce their learning.

This resource is also available as part of a bundles saving you money:

Paying Bills BUNDLE - Paper (5 units)

Paying Utility Bills BUNDLE - Paper (2 units)

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

• 6 different realistic utility bills
• 2 levels
• Color + black & white set
• Teacher answer key

Level 1 - Cut & Paste - Simpler Questions - Larger Text - Bolded Key Words

• 18 worksheets
• 90 questions (5 questions per page)
• Answer key

Level 2 - Write in the Answer - More Complex Questions - Multi-part questions

• 14 worksheets
• 98 questions (7 questions per page)
• Answer key

TOTAL:

**⭐**32 different worksheets and 188 questions per set.

⭐A total of 64 different worksheets.

Bills Types Included:

• Electric
• Garbage/ Recycle
• Gas
• Oil
• Water/ Sewer

Key Features:

1. Realistic Bill Exposure: The resource provides students with exposure to authentic bills commonly encountered in real-life situations, enhancing their ability to understand and analyze bills effectively.

2. Comprehensive Questioning: A wide range of questions is included to cover crucial aspects of bill reading, such as account information, costs, dates, and potential penalties. This promotes a holistic understanding of bill-related concepts.

3. Two Levels of Engagement: The resource offers flexibility with two levels of difficulty. Students can choose between a cut-and-paste activity or a write-in-the-answer format, allowing them to engage at a level suited to their abilities.

By utilizing Practical Bill Reading Skills, students will develop a valuable life skill that empowers them to confidently navigate and comprehend common bills. This resource sets a strong foundation for financial literacy and responsible decision-making in the real world.

Find Unit 2 here:

Paying Utility Bills - Unit 2 - Paper

Find my other paying bills units below:

Paying Bills Unit 1 - Paper

Paying Bills Unit 2 - Paper

Paying Bills Unit 3 - Paper

This all-in-one resource includes both the full text and a differentiated version with guided annotations, making it accessible to a range of learners. This resource includes a variety of activities that are focused on growing specific skills as well as activities that assess multiple skills in a variety of formats.

Included in This Resource:

• “The Tell-Tale Heart” Text

  • Standard Text
  • Differentiated Text With Guided Annotation

• Skill-Focused Practice:

  • Inference & Text Evidence with Dialectical Journal Chart
  • Context Clues
  • Analyzing Main Idea & Details
  • Point of View Through Creative Writing

• Mixed-Skill Practice:

  • Literary Analysis Scavenger Hunt
  • Literary Analysis One-Pager with Rubric

• Assessment:

  • Comprehension Quiz

• Constructed Responses:

  • Four Informational Prompts
  • One Argumentative Prompts
  • BONUS Paired Argumentative Prompt (Paired w/ William Sleator’s “The Elevator”--text not included)
  • Planning Guides (Informational/Argumentative)
  • Scoring Rubrics (Informational/Argumentative)

• **Answer Keys (for Applicable Activities)
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This resource is perfect for differentiating instruction and meeting the needs of all learners. Save time and focus on building strong literary analysis skills with this ready-to-use unit.

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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.

What’s Inside:

• Five Engaging Articles on Krampus: Each article focuses on a different text structure – compare and contrast, description, problem and solution, cause and effect, and chronological order
• – providing a multifaceted view of Krampus' lore and cultural significance.
• Skill-Focused Comprehension Quizzes: After reading, students can apply their knowledge with quizzes targeting central ideas, author's purpose, inferences, summaries, and text-dependent questions.
• 15-Slide Google Slides Presentation: A visually engaging presentation to introduce or reinforce each literacy skill. These slides are interactive and tailored for upper middle school learners, perfect for both classroom and remote instruction.
• Targeted Skill Development: This resource is crafted to bolster students' abilities in identifying text structures, understanding authorial intent, drawing inferences, summarizing, and engaging with text-dependent analysis.
• Interactive Annotation and Reading Experience: Encourage active reading with annotation prompts, fostering deeper comprehension and critical thinking.

Benefits:

• Enhances Critical Thinking: Cultivates analytical skills essential for upper middle school ELA.
• Captivating Content: The mysterious and intriguing subject of Krampus keeps students engaged and curious.
• Facilitates Deeper Understanding: Helps students grasp complex concepts like text structure and author's purpose in an engaging context.
• Ready for Classroom Use: A complete, ready-to-use package that saves preparation time for busy educators.

Ideal For:

• Upper Middle School ELA Teachers
• Reading and Literacy Coaches
• Homeschool Educators
• Tutors Specializing in Advanced Literacy

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)