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Recognize your student's hard work and effort throughout the school year with this set of English Language awards in gold theme. These awards are standards based with each award including the number of the standard.

Awards for literary reading, speaking, listening, writing, informational reading, language conventions, and some miscellaneous awards are included and saved by category in separate folders.

These awards could be given throughout the school year and for a school-wide awards program. These awards are a great way reward and to motivate your students to do well as well as create a positive inspiring classroom culture.

This product is an editable PowerPoint file, you must have PowerPoint software to use this product.

Editable means only the text can be edited.

Elevate Your Tolkien Unit Finale: Conclude the adventure of The Hobbit with this comprehensive final assessment pack! Tailored to middle and high school students, this resource offers everything you need to gauge student comprehension and creativity after the epic journey through Middle Earth.

This product provides you access to the Canva template!

✨ What's Included:

• Character Analysis Writing Prompt: Encourage in-depth reflection with a thought-provoking writing prompt and a structured graphic organizer.
• Character Comparison Writing Prompt: Foster critical thinking by prompting students to compare key characters, supported by a detailed graphic organizer.
• Rubric for Character Analysis: Simplify grading with a comprehensive rubric designed for character analysis assessments.
• Project-Based Learning Ideas: Fuel creativity with five engaging project ideas, connecting literature to real-world applications.
• Creative Writing Assessment: Unleash students' imagination with a captivating creative writing prompt and a corresponding rubric.

Features:

• Holistic Assessment: Cover various aspects of literary analysis, ensuring a well-rounded evaluation of students' understanding.
• Project-Based Learning: Enhance comprehension through creative projects, promoting a deeper connection to Tolkien's world.
• Versatile Application: Suitable for both individual and group assessments, accommodating diverse teaching styles.
• Seamless Integration: Aligns seamlessly with ELA and ESL curricula, offering a flexible addition to your teaching resources.

Engage Your Students in a Conversation with History: A Unique AI-Powered Interview with Winston Churchill

Bring history to life with this innovative resource! This simulated interview, powered by artificial intelligence, offers a unique and engaging way for your students to explore the life, legacy, and complexities of one of the 20th century's most iconic figures: Winston Churchill.

What's Included:

12 Poignant Interview Questions: Covering key events and themes from Churchill's life, including his early military experiences, political career, leadership during World War II, and views on the Cold War.

Project & Assignment Ideas: Historical analysis, research, creative & analytical Projects.

Churchill's Thoughtful Responses: Crafted using historical accuracy and cutting-edge AI technology to emulate Churchill's characteristic wit, eloquence, and strong opinions.

Benefits:

• Promotes active learning and historical inquiry
• Develops critical thinking and analytical skills
• Encourages perspective-taking and empathy
• Provides a springboard for research and further exploration
• Introduces students to the potential of AI in education
• Suitable for individual, small group, or whole-class activities

Perfect for history, social studies, government, and language arts classrooms

Go beyond textbooks and lectures! This resource offers a dynamic and interactive way to engage your students with history and delve deeper into the life and times of Winston Churchill. The use of AI adds a modern twist and sparks curiosity about the evolving role of technology in education.

Spark lively classroom discussions and ignite your students' curiosity about the past and the future!

Aligning with Learning Objectives:

While specific standards might vary depending on your state or country, here's how this resource aligns with common learning objectives found in frameworks like Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS):

Analyzing Text Structure and Author's Purpose: Students will analyze how the interview format structures information and how Churchill's responses reveal his perspectives and purpose in conveying his experiences. (e.g., CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.6-8.6, TEKS 8.6.B)

Evaluating Arguments and Evidence: Students will evaluate the historical accuracy of Churchill's statements and the evidence he provides to support his views. (e.g., CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.9-10.8, TEKS 8.16.A)

Integrating and Evaluating Multiple Sources: The interview can be used alongside other historical texts and materials to provide a more comprehensive understanding of Churchill and his era. (e.g., CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.RH.11-12.9, TEKS 8.22.C)

Writing:

Writing Arguments: Students can use the interview as a springboard to write argumentative essays, taking a stance on Churchill's actions or the historical events discussed. (e.g., CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.9-12.1, TEKS 8.21.A)

Research and Inquiry: The interview can inspire students to conduct further research on Churchill, World War II, or other related topics. (e.g., CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.WHST.9-12.7, TEKS 8.19.B)

Speaking and Listening:

Comprehension and Collaboration: Students can engage in discussions about the interview, sharing their interpretations and perspectives while actively listening to their peers. (e.g., CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.9-10.1, TEKS 8.24.A)

Presentation of Knowledge and Ideas: Students can present their research findings or arguments based on the interview, using evidence to support their claims. (e.g., CCSS.ELA-LITERACY.SL.11-12.4, TEKS 8.25.B)

Women's Suffrage in the United States: 1865-1920 Teaching Bundle Resources:

* Primary Source Analysis and DBQ's

* Power Point Lesson

* Reading Assignment and Worksheet (Guided Reading)

Primary Source Analysis and DBQ's

This 29-page Primary Source Analysis with DBQ's resource with 20 primary sources plus three DBQ prompts gives students a chance to delve deeper into the challenges, obstacles and finally the success of the suffrage movement. The first page includes an Overview, Notes on Primary Sources and Definitions.

Here’s a chance for students to read documents that shed light on various opinions in favor and against suffrage, the differences of opinions within the movement as to strategy and how racial segregation played a role in the movement.

Assign just one, a few or all of the sources depending on time constraints and student interest.

Primary sources include letters, photos, reports and other documents. Each page of primary sources includes questions at the end in order for students to analyze perspectives, consider key ideas and identify bias.

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. There is also a page at the end for students to apply the HAPPY process to one source.

Three DBQ prompts are included at the end with instructions on how to create a response to the prompt. An Answer Key to all the questions and the DBQ prompts are 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 .

Reading Assignment

This four-page Reading Assignment and Worksheet provides an overview of the various activities, attributes and activities of women involved in the women's suffrage movement. It covers the time period from the end of the Civil War in 1865 through the passage of the 19th Amendment in 1920. Students can read this on their own as a homework assignment or it can be a group activity in a classroom. As a close reading activity, 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. This resource helps students with reading comprehension.

Reading Assignment - 3 pages

Worksheet - 1 page

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

Power Point Presentation

This 20-slide PowerPoint presentation covers the suffrage movement in the United States from 1865-1920. It is an ideal lesson for the post-Civil War and/or Progressive Era eras or as a stand-alone resource for women’s history. It is also a good resource during Women’s History Month.

Each slide contains information and graphics that highlight how the women's suffrage movement developed over these years. It highlights the many obstacles they faced, the different organizations that were formed, strategies employed and how suffrage was eventually achieved. Key women are highlighted including the giants of the era such as Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Carrie Chapman Catt, Ida B. Wells, and Alice Paul.

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

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Studying The Count Of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes 6 vocabulary lists and 6 quizzes covering the entire book. Great to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Comes complete with answer key.

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Enhance your students' writing skills with this comprehensive "Adding Sentences" practice resource, designed to prepare them for state and district assessments.

This resource features five carefully crafted practice passages, each paired with a Google Quiz to reinforce learning and track progress.
Students will learn essential strategies for effectively adding sentences to enhance clarity and coherence in their writing. A concise teaching page is included for self-guided learning, making it easy for students to understand and apply these strategies independently. Empower your students to confidently tackle sentence addition questions and excel in their assessments with this targeted practice tool.

INCLUDES A FLOW CHART FOR STUDENTS TO EASILY UNDERSTAND THE STRUCTURE OF THE QUESTION AND WHAT THEY NEED TO DO!

INCLUDES: Word Doc, PDF & Google Form Quiz!

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Do you struggle teaching vocabulary?

Want to have a fun way to do it with games?

Looking for flexibility with online and printed materials in your middle and high school classes?

These 100 Words will get your students started with vocabulary they will see in tests, essays, texts, and stories and more and help them begin learning vocab in a fun way!

Included:

- Online Flashcards (that read the words to your students!)

-Virtual Breakouts they have to solve

-Online spelling practice so they can have their work checked for them

- Crossword Puzzles with the vocabulary

- Word Scrambles with the vocabulary

- Word searches with the vocabulary

- Excel Spreadsheet

- Easy integration for Kahoot or Gimkit has already been set up!

Studying The Count of Monte Criste by Alexandre Dumas ? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes 6 crossword puzzles covering the entire book. Pairs great with The Count of Monte Cristo: Vocabulary Lists and Quizzes to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Comes complete with answer key.

Studying Restart? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes a vocabulary list and quiz for Chapters 1-4,Chapters 5-8, Chapters 9-14, Chapters15-21, and Chapters 22-30. Great to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Comes complete with answer key.

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Restart Introduction Power point

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Restart Interactive Study Guide

Restart Characterization Flip book

This set of word searches is a great way to remind students of upcoming events. There is an even place for students to put the date for the event.

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Studying The Giver by Lois Lowry? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes 6 vocabulary lists and 6 quizzes covering the entire book. Great to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Works great with The Giver: Vocabulary Crosswords Comes complete with answer key.

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Studying Ender's Game ? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes 5 vocabulary lists and 5 quizzes covering the entire book. Great to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Comes complete with answer key.

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Students create avatars with this 22 page handout is based on character traits and character flaws. Students debate for a seat on a lifeboat to survive a luxury cruise shipwreck. Uses social skills combined with ELA skills to practice compare and contrast, fact-based arguments and persuasion. Includes:

Directions

Character Trait List with Definition

Character Flaw List with Definition

12 Male Avatars

12 Female Avatars

Lifeboat Scenario

Group Chart with Note Taking section

Character Reflection Sheet

Extra Resources

Optional Writing, Project, and Video Assignments

Excellent for small/whole group, whether at-risk/GT/AP, that uses character traits and fact-based evidence/proof to practice decision making processes and expository writings.

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Commonly Confused Words practice that includes detailed teaching notes and 8 practice activities that will give students an opportunity to practice before state or district assessments.

INCLUDES: Editable Word Doc, PDF and 8 self-grading Google Forms for quizzes

Covers: its/it's, your/you're, whose/who's, their/they're/there, affect/effect, too/two, into/in to, & then/than

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Middle school students sometimes have problems keeping up with the different parts of reading analysis. They sometimes get lost in the sea of all they have to keep up with while they read. This MIDDLE SCHOOL READING COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS [TASK CARDS AND WORKSHEETS] resource gives students access to understanding their reading passages.

It has *AWESOME, HIGHLY ENGAGING SUGGESTED USES, *2 KINDS OF WORKSHEETS, *EDITABLE for TEACHER PERSONALIZATION, *INCLUDES WORKBOOK COVER AND PAGES, *GREAT FOR DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION. Students will be able to navigate texts, making sense of reading passages. Check it Out!

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Studying Hatchet ? Are students having problems with some of the vocabulary words? Then this product is for you! Includes 5 vocabulary lists and 5 quizzes covering the entire book. Great to help students with vocabulary words as they read the text! Comes complete with answer key.

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⭐Hatchet Introduction Power Point

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Colons, Semicolons and Commas - by the time your students are done, they will be begging you to please make it stop (but they will know how to use these three important punctuation marks!)

Included:

• Short review page for self-guided learning
• 50 sentences that need semicolons & commas
• 40 sentences that need colons & commas
• 2 quizzes with 10 questions each for the skills they've practiced
• 2 Self-grading Google Form Quizzes
• Word Doc
• PDF

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Combining Sentences practice that includes detailed teaching notes and 5 practice activities that will give students an opportunity to practice before state or district assessments.

INCLUDED:

• PDF
• Editable Word Doc
• 3 Self-Graded Google Forms
• 20 total pages
• 7 Student Practice Pages
• A teaching page for self-guided learning

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This bundle includes quizzes for Twelfth Night Acts 1-5. Each quiz has multiple choice questions and at least two short answer questions.. All these quizzes purchased individually would cost a total of $5.00. You save $1 buy purchasing all five in this bundle.

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