8th Grade Writing Worksheets

Cursive Handwriting Workbook for Grades 5+

Help your students develop beautiful cursive handwriting with this engaging and effective workbook!

Designed for students in grades 5 and above, this comprehensive resource provides ample practice to master the art of cursive writing. With over 130 pages of exercises, students will gradually improve their letter formation, word spacing, and overall penmanship.

What's included:

• Step-by-step guidance for tracing lowercase and uppercase letters
• Extensive practice with words, phrases, and sentences
• Opportunities for independent writing to reinforce learning

This workbook is perfect for:

• Building handwriting confidence
• Improving legibility
• Enhancing writing fluency

Use this resource to:

• Supplement handwriting instruction
• Provide targeted practice for struggling students
• Challenge advanced learners

Grab this resource today and watch your students' handwriting transform!

Keyword cursive handwriting, grades 5+, practice workbook, penmanship, Calligraphy

This is a prompt for whether or not Shakespeare wrote his own plays. It includes three articles, an outline sheet, and a grading rubric for the essay. This is a great resource for if you are covering essay writing but also doing Shakespeare plays or sonnets before or after. This product works great in any digital classroom. This is editable in Google Docs. You must have Google Drive to use this product! You may sign up for Google drive for free Visit here for help with Google Drive

Figurative Language Activity Worksheets and Assessments

About This Bundle
★ Figurative Language Practice Activity Worksheets

★ 173 pages

★ Print and Digital (PDF and Google Slides)

★ Suitable for Grades 6-8 (and Lower-level High School Students)

★ 8 Products (Practice Worksheets and Tests)

★ Answer Keys included

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This bundle includes the following products:

⭐ Figurative Language Practice Worksheets (Combo)
⭐ Personification
⭐ Metaphor
⭐ Hyperbole
⭐ Simile
⭐ Idioms
⭐ Onomatopoeia

⭐ FREE Graphic Organizers

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Products included in this bundle:

➤ 8 Simile Practice Worksheets and Answer Keys

➤ 8 Metaphor Practice Worksheets and Answer Keys

➤ 10 Idiom Practice Worksheets and Answer Keys

➤ 9 Hyperbole Practice Worksheets and Answer Keys

➤ 8 Personification Practice Worksheets and Answer Keys

➤ 8 Onomatopoeia Practice Worksheets and Answer Keys

➤ 9 Combination Worksheets and Answer Keys

➤ 7 Tests and Answer Keys (a test for Similes, Metaphors, Idioms, Hyperbole, Personification, Onomatopoeia, and a combination of all types test)

➤ 7 Figurative Language in Literature Graphic Organizers (FREE)

➤ Google Slide Links (for all products)

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DESCRIPTION

► ► ► This resource is also available on Google Slides! Text boxes have been pre-created to simplify use for both you and your students. Each slide features two instruction solution tabs, aiding students who may accidentally delete text boxes or wish to zoom in for a closer look at worksheets. This feature is especially beneficial for students who are less familiar with Google Slides or who require additional assistance.

► ► ► This resource provides a range of Figurative Language Practice Worksheets designed to help students identify, write, illustrate, and analyze various types of figurative language to enhance comprehension. It includes a total of 60 worksheets, each accompanied by answer keys for comprehensive learning.

► ► ► This resources features the following Figurative Language category types: Similes, Metaphors, Idioms, Hyperbole, Personification, and Onomatopoeia.

► ► ► Furthermore, this resource features 7 Tests/Assessments with accompanying Answer Keys. Six of these tests contain 25 questions each, encompassing multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, matching, and writing formats spread across 3 pages. The "combo" test comprises 30 questions across 4 pages. All tests include Answer Keys for easy grading and reference

► ► ► Worksheets are ideal for formative assessments, small group instruction, literacy centers, independent practice, assessments, morning work, homework, and more!

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Save $$$ by purchasing the Figurative Language BUNDLE!!

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This resource is also included in the following discounted bundles:

❤️ Figurative Language Bundle

❤️ All ELA Mega Bundle

❤️ ELA/SEL MEGA Bundle

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Other Figurative Language resources you might be interested in:

❤️ Figurative Language Bundle

❤️ Figurative Language Lesson Plan and PowerPoint Packet

❤️ Figurative Language Text Message Conversations and Answer Keys

❤️ Figurative Language Practice Worksheet Bundle

❤️ Figurative Language in Music Worksheet and Key

❤️ Figurative Language Interactive Activity Packet

❤️ Figurative Language in Literature Graphic Organizers

❤️ Figurative Language Exit Slips, Quizzes, and Answer Keys

❤️ Figurative Language Task Cards and Answer Keys

❤️ Figurative Language Posters

Figurative Language Practice Worksheets:

❤️ Figurative Language Practice Worksheets, Test, and Key (Combo)

❤️ Personification Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys

❤️ Metaphor Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys

❤️ Hyperbole Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys

❤️ Simile Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys

❤️ Idioms Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys

❤️ Onomatopoeia Practice Worksheets, Test, and Answer Keys

Figurative Language Tests:

❤️ Figurative Language Test and Answer Key Bundle

❤️ Figurative Language Combination Test and Answer Keys

❤️ Simile Test and Answer Keys

❤️ Metaphor Test and Answer Keys

❤️ Hyperbole Test and Answer Keys

❤️ Idiom Test and Answer Keys

❤️ Personification Test and Answer Keys

❤️ Onomatopoeia Test and Answer Keys

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• Handwriting Practice Arabic Alphabet Tracing Worksheets ( 84 pages )
• Directional Arabic Alphabet Tracing Cards ( 4x5 inches )
• Arabic letter Tracing Flashcards
• 37 Pages Arabic Letters and Numbers Tracing Worksheets
• Arabic Alphabet Hunt (A letters recognition game)
• Arabic Handwriting Practice Worksheets ( All Letters Positions )
• Flashcards ( 0 to 100 Arabic Numbers, letters, Days, Months, Seasons, and Senses )
• Horouf Arabia Poster ( Arabic Letters Poster )

Also, I'm open to suggestions about other words to add to this set.

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Bring Thanksgiving fun to your classroom with these easy, step-by-step directed drawings! Students can follow along to draw seasonal favorites like an acorn, piece of pie, turkey, turkey leg, squash, and a festive place setting. Designed to inspire creativity and enhance writing time, this pack makes it easy for students to add their drawings to writing projects, keeping them excited and engaged.

What's Included:

• 6 Thanksgiving/Fall-Themed Directed Drawings (Acorn, Pie, Turkey, Turkey Leg, Squash, Place Setting)
• Choice of Line Styles: Standard, Primary, or Drawing
• Large Cards
• Journal Strips for Easy Use in Notebooks or on Rings

Engage your students this Thanksgiving season with easy, step-by-step directed drawing pages! This Thanksgiving pack includes guided drawing sheets for creating holiday images like an acorn, piece of pie, turkey, turkey leg, squash, and a place setting. Students can use these drawings to spark ideas for writing and storytelling, making it a perfect addition to writing centers or independent activities.

Perfect For:

• Writer's Workshop & Creative Writing
• Independent Work & Centers
• Early Finishers & Homework
• Journal or Ring-Bound Use
• Sub Plans

With primary and standard-lined pages as well as journal strips, this pack provides versatile options for every classroom setup. Use it to boost students' creativity while encouraging them to express themselves through both drawing and writing!

Keywords: Thanksgiving directed drawing, step-by-step Thanksgiving drawing, Thanksgiving drawing activities, primary lined drawing pages, Thanksgiving writing prompts, drawing and writing centers, Thanksgiving journal strips

Introducing the Six Traits of Writing™ has never been easier! This comprehensive lesson offers a detailed introduction and explanation of each trait, highlighting their essential roles in effective writing. An anchor essay featuring clear examples of each trait within the paragraphs provides a hands-on opportunity to practice and master writing skills. Enhance your students' writing abilities with this engaging and practical lesson on the Six Traits of Writing™.

This resource explains the entire process of identifying each trait of the six traits and using them in their writing. The instructional video with step-by-step guided note-taking can be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home. 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 identify and use the Six Traits of Writing™ includes:

Entertaining Instructional Video with:

• Identifying and evaluating each of the six traits of writing™
• Defining what each of the traits should accomplish
• Determining if each trait is helping the writer achieve their goal
• Identifying examples of the six traits™ in an anchor essay
• Revision techniques
• Individual practice with the 6 traits of writing™
• 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 six traits of writing™
• Practice identifying ideas, organization, word choice, voice, sentence fluency, and conventions™.
• Anchor essay with six traits of writing™ identified
• 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 each individual trait
• Guided note-taking sections
• Examples of questions to ask to determine each trait
• Anchor essay with The Six Traits of Writing identified

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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This package includes 4 tasks to get your students thinking about their musical choices. What Is Included: Task 1: Create Your Apple Playlist Task 2: Descriptive Paragraph About Your Playlist Task 3: Cover Art Design Task 4: Reflection Questions (Equity and Inclusivity) Rubric I typically give this assignment out at the beginning of the school year to get to know my student’s taste in music. It takes between 4-6 periods to complete and is appropriate for grade 5-8. Please note: This assignment works best if you are able to access Apple Music. As a teacher, you could always set up a free account to show to your students or ask your students if any of them already have it and would be willing to show the class how it works. Spend some time and show them how to use it if you have access to it. You can also see some demos from the Apple website. If you do not subscribe to Apple Music, I highly recommend it. You can still use this assignment without Apple Music with your students and they can reflect on the inclusivity of the playlist that they create. TIPS: 1. Be sure to leave feedback to earn your TeachShare credits! 2. If you like what you see - follow me for new products and updates (click the star by my store name MsNerdWood).

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I made these after realizing that my students in high school needed practice with the mechanics of how to construct a sentence before I could begin instructing them on best practices for structure in their essays. There are pages for them to practice (on paper) or you can use as a quiz for after instruction! All of the Google quizzes will self-grade and they are editable.

This is the essential Test Prep Bundle for students testing for state or district exams.

They're also adaptable for students who are doing self-directed learning as each includes a short teaching page for students to reference as they are working through the activities.

Ditch the Textbook Dive! Embark on a thrilling research adventure with our country fact sheet template designed specifically for students.

But wait, there's more! This comprehensive guide goes beyond just filling in blanks. We'll equip you with all the tools you need to become a research rockstar, from uncovering fascinating facts to mastering the art of organization.

Here's what you'll get:

• A student-friendly template: Keep your research on track with clear sections for geography, history, culture,government, and more!
• Teacher toolkit: Find everything you need to guide your students, including engaging prompts and helpful tips.
• Boost critical thinking: Learn to analyze information, ask insightful questions, and develop strong research skills.
• Spark curiosity: Go beyond memorization and discover the captivating stories that make each country unique!
• Sharpen writing skills: Put your research into action by crafting a clear and concise country report.
• Empower informed citizens: Gain a deeper understanding of the world around you!

This activity is a win-win for both students and teachers:

• Students: Develop research prowess, critical thinking, and writing skills - all while having fun exploring the world!
• Teachers: Save time with a ready-made template, spark student engagement, and easily assess learning outcomes.

Ready to unleash your inner explorer? Download your FREE country fact sheet template today!

Twitter-like page with tweets handouts for social media discussions and short responses, such as main ideas, paraphrasing and summarizing. Includes: Directions and Suggestions for Use ______'s Page for creating a social media page Top 5 Trending, Add Pic/Photo, Subjects to Share, Banner, @_________ new social media name Tweets boxes with 140 spaces for writing short responses Use with CCSS and other state aligned materials to help students with short answer responses. Fun way to include social media an discussions about appropriate online guidelines and posts!

Teacher Appreciation Note Cards and Letters are a great way to express gratitude and thanks to educators who have made a positive impact on students' lives. These cards and letters can be personalized with thoughtful messages, heartfelt sentiments, and even personal anecdotes. They can be given to teachers on Teacher Appreciation Day, at the end of the school year, or at any time to show appreciation for their dedication and hard work. Whether it's a simple note card or a heartfelt letter, expressing appreciation and thanks can make a teacher's day and inspire them to continue making a difference in their students' lives.

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Students will be identifying if the adjectives in the sentence are coordinate or cumulative. Then if they have identified the adjectives as coordinate, they will then add the commas to where they are needed.

This would be a great product for practice or even a quick assessment.

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Empower Your Middle Schoolers with Over 70 Graphic Organizers for Every Genre! Boost student independence and creativity with our comprehensive collection of genre-specific and generic graphic organizers designed for poetry, narrative, informational, and persuasive writing.

Product Features:

• Extensive Variety: More than 70 graphic organizers to cater to every writing genre, including poetry, narrative, informational, and persuasive.
• In-Depth Development: Includes tools for character development, narrative schema and plot, introduction writing, crafting effective hooks, and developing persuasive language.
• Descriptive Writing: Graphic organizers to help students use their 5 senses for generating descriptive writing and using transition words to link thoughts and ideas seamlessly.
• Idea Generation: Many generic organizers perfect for brainstorming and "getting started" activities.
• Printer-Friendly Design: All organizers feature black and white images and fonts, making them easy to print and perfect for classroom use.
• Age-Appropriate: Uses easy-to-read, mature fonts and clipart suitable for middle school and intermediate students, ensuring they are never perceived as babyish.
• Student Independence: Designed to allow and encourage students to work independently, fostering creativity and self-guided learning.

Benefits:

• Versatile Usage: Perfect for a variety of writing assignments, from structured essays to creative writing projects.
• Engagement: Keeps students engaged with visually appealing and straightforward graphic organizers.
• Organized Thinking: Helps students structure their thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively.

Enhance your teaching toolkit with these practical and student-friendly graphic organizers. Whether you're guiding students through a poetry unit or preparing them for persuasive writing, this collection has everything you need to support their success!

Here are some of the titles you'll discover in this mega collection of graphic organizers:

• Un coup d'oeil dans mon esprit
• Mon dictionnaire personnel
• Le sujet et nos cinq sens
• Donner son opinion
• L'écriture persuasive (Utiliser un langage opiniâtre)
• Transitionner entre les idées
• Lier les idées
• Pourquoi les mots de transition?
• Mots de liaison
• Liaisons planifiées
• Une intro WOW
• Mon paragraphe d'introduction
• L'écriture inspirée
• Faire un plan
• Faites monter de la tension
• Un dialogue dramatique
• L'écriture cinématographique
• Des traits de personnalité
• Qui suis-je?
• Forces et faiblesses
• Que dirait-il?
• Le langage corporel
• Caractéristiques de l'endroit
• Petit moment de jeunesse
• Petits moments
• Qui, quoi, quand, ou, pourquoi et comment?
• Illustrateur? Je suis écrivain(e)!;
• Écriture narrative (intro accrocheuse);
• Créer un personnage mémorable (Développement des personnages);
• Les traits de personnalité;
• Remue-méninges;
• Mon meilleur ami (un haïku);
• Mon animal préféré (une acrostiche);
• Modèle de poèmes (avec strophes).

My products are ever-growing and as I build new documents and graphic organizers, you have access to them! If you've already purchased the genres bundle, these should already be at your disposition and you do not need it. If you're just looking for the graphic organizers, this resource will do the trick for you.

Want me to teach the mini-lessons that have to do with these graphic organizers? Look no further! Here are some FRENCH mini-lesson ressources for you to check out:

• Writing: Prewriting, Ideas and Getting Started/Générer les idées
• Writing: Writing Endurance & Grit/Endurance et motivation
• Writing: Sentence Structure & Fluency/La structure et la fluidité
• Reading: Word Solving/Solutionner les mots
• Reading: Visualizing/La visualisation
• Reading: Making Connections/Faire des liens
• Reading: Activating Prior Knowledge/Connaissances antérieures
• Reading: Predicting/Faire des prédictions
• Reading: Inferring/Inferencing/Faire des inférences
• Reading: Finding important and non-important information/Informations clés

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Do you want your students to be a better writer? This Writing Conventions Checklist provides students a way to check standard writing conventions such as grammar, spelling and punctuation. In-depth questions related to grammar, punctuation, spelling & writing are all included in this one page self-checking tool. The checklist is easy to use and printer friendly. BONUS: You can assign this to your virtual students via EASEL (included)!

✺Ways To Use:

This printable checklist is a versatile tool in the classroom. Students can peer-assess each others writing/assignment, the student can self-assess their own writing / assignment, or you can assess the student and provide quick and easy feedback.

NOTE: There is a DIGITAL Easel Edition where your students can self-check whether they have the item or not. These can be digitally assigned for self-correction or correcting other students' work!

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This is a 76-page set of worksheets for the story "Island of the Blue Dolphins" by Scott O'Dell. This includes a four-page story test. There are four worksheets for each set of three chapters (C1-C3, C4-C6, C7-C9, C10-C12,...): * comprehension questions (multiple choice) * comprehension questions (short answer) * vocabulary practice * story analysis There are also several pages of differentiated worksheets and activities at the end of this novel study: * review questions * story reflection * author study * picture practice * story map * comic strip * book design * W questions * culture activity * cause and effect * compare and contrast * news report * interviews * writing a letter * facts research * figurative language * critical thinking * inferences * summaries * character analysis * point of view * theme * scrambled sentences * crossword puzzle * fallen phrases puzzles * word search * story test (4 pages) There is also an answer key included at the end of the file. Worksheets for novels and chapter books: Betty G. Birney: The World according to Humphrey Andrew Clements: Frindle Roald Dahl: Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Roald Dahl: Charlie and the Great Glass Elevator Roald Dahl: James and the Giant Peach Roald Dahl: Matilda Roald Dahl: The BFG Kate DiCamillo: Leroy Ninker Saddles Up Kate DiCamillo: The Tale of Despereaux Astrid Lindgren: Pippi Longstocking Lois Lowry: Number the Stars Patricia MacLachlan: Sarah, Plain and Tall Patricia MacLachlan: Skylark Phyllis Reynolds Naylor: Shiloh Scott O’Dell: Island of the Blue Dolphins Veronica Roth: Divergent J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban J. K. Rowling: Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire Louis Sachar: Holes Armstrong Sperry: Call It Courage Mark Twain: Adventures of Huckleberry Finn E. B. White: Charlotte’s Web E. B. White: Stuart Little Laura Ingalls Wilder: Little House in the Big Woods

Are you looking for a way to engage your students during the week of Valentine's Day? Enjoy some fun no-prep printables!

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1 zentangle

1 coloring page

1 maze

1 wordsearch

1 create your own wordsearch page

1 word scramble

1 write a story using the provided words

1 acrostic poem

1 finish the story prompt with lined paper

1 make words using valentine

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Engage students in a creative and reflective activity with "The Cloud Who Couldn’t Cry!" This comprehensive activity encourages critical thinking, emotional connection, and artistic expression.

What's Included:

• Story Retell Activity: Students will draw and describe their favorite part of the story "The Cloud Who Couldn’t Cry". This activity helps reinforce comprehension as students reflect on the key moments in the narrative.
• Reflection Questions: A set of open-ended questions that prompt students to think about the story's themes, such as self-discovery, helping others, and emotional growth. Students will also be asked to explain why they liked the part they chose to draw.
• Creative Drawing: After reading the story, students will select a scene to illustrate and provide an explanation for their choice, fostering both artistic expression and a deeper understanding of the narrative.

Learning Objectives:

• Enhance reading comprehension by identifying and reflecting on the key events of the story.
• Develop emotional intelligence by connecting with the themes of empathy, growth, and helping others.
• Improve writing skills through descriptive explanations and reflections.
• Encourage creativity through drawing and visual storytelling.

This activity is ideal for:

• Grades 1-5
• Teachers looking for a fun, engaging, and thoughtful activity to reinforce reading comprehension and emotional literacy.
• Classrooms or homeschool settings where students explore feelings, relationships, and nature-themed stories.

Perfect for:

• Literacy centers
• Reading comprehension lessons
• Creative writing prompts
• Art integration activities

Note: This activity includes both a drawing and writing component to keep students engaged while exploring the deeper meanings of the story. It can also be used as a group activity or individual reflection task.

Dive into the intriguing world of fungi with our detailed writing prompts and note-taking sheets on the fungi life cycle. Perfect for students of all ages, these educational resources offer engaging activities and structured note-taking templates to enhance understanding of fungi development. From spore formation to fruiting bodies, each stage of the fungi life cycle is meticulously covered, fostering curiosity and scientific exploration. Ideal for classroom use or individual study, these sheets support a hands-on learning approach, making the study of fungi both fun and informative.

These writing prompts would be perfectly paired with the Fungi Life Cycle Full Unit Study:
Comprehensive Fungi Life Cycle Unit Study

Please also check out my other Plant and Fungi Life Cycle resources:

FREE Plant & Fungi Life Cycle - Reading Passages, Q & A, and Note-taking Pages

Comprehensive Plant Life Cycle Unit Study

Comprehensive Plant and Fungi Life Cycle Unit Study Bundle

In this product, students will learn the English vocabulary word for the 95 different animals/insects vocabulary words presented. Students will initially write each vocabulary word in their native language and after learning the English word, students will complete the animals vocabulary review where they will be required to fill in the English and their native language for each animal vocabulary word. Pictures are included for each vocabulary word to help students make connections to what each animal vocabulary word is. Students can do this independently or with help. Students will be required to answer a few comprehension questions that relate with what animals they see in their neighborhood, what animals their family members have, what animals live in the zoo, what animals live on the farm, etc. Students will then be required to choose 11 animals vocabulary words and make up a sentence using each word.

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This bundle should accompany Kwame Alexander's novel The Door of No Return. The story is not included in this resource.

This bundle includes:

- Chapter Vocabulary Lists

- Chapter Vocabulary Quizlet Links

- Google Form Vocabulary Tests

- A Reading Journal with 8 Prompts

- A Thorough Study Guide with Middle School English Vocabulary Embedded (personification, summarize, simile, etc.)

- A Final Writing Project Including Research

- A Final Writing Project Rubric

BONUS: Two prompts and worksheets for a socratic seminar discussion regarding the book.

These resources cover everything you could need for a unit about this novel.