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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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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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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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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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Fragments, Run-ons, Comma Splices & Complete sentences is practice that includes detailed teaching notes perfect for self-guided learners and 5 practice activities that will give students an opportunity to practice before state or district assessments.

INCLUDED:

• 3 Self-grading Google Forms
• Word Doc
• PDF
• 5 activities
• Detailed Teaching pages
• Answer key

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Editing Sentences involves looking at sentences that need small changes and evaluating whether a comma, colon, or semicolon has been used correctly . Students will get practice recognizing fragments, run-on sentences, sentence structure and comma splices through 4 pages of guided "teach" pages for strategy, one question for group practice and 10 multiple choice questions for independent practice.

INCLUDED:

• 1 Self-grading Google Quiz Form
• 10 Multiple Choice Questions
• Teaching pages
• Answer Key
• Pre-made pages that can be used for manipulatives, journals, flashcards and more!

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A subject-verb agreement guide with 4 full practice activities that will give students an opportunity to practice before state or district assessments. Includes a short teaching page for self-guided learning.

INCLUDED: 4 Google Form Quizzes (digital), Word doc & PDF!

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A capitalization guide with 5 full practice activities that will give students an opportunity to practice before state or district assessments. Includes a "teach" page for self-guided learning.

INCLUDES: Word doc, PDF and 4 Google Form Quizzes! (digital)

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Finding the meaning of words: in context, with a definition and from the Latin or Greek base. Four teaching pages are included for self-guided learning along with 7 student pages for practice with various shortened reading passages.

INCLUDED:

• 3 Self-grading Google Forms
• Editable Word Doc
• PDF
• Reading Passage
• Teaching pages
• Answer Key

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Elevate your students' punctuation prowess with this comprehensive Apostrophe Practice Pack! Perfect for middle and high school classrooms gearing up for state or district assessments, this resource offers a treasure trove of engaging activities designed to sharpen apostrophe skills.

Inside, you'll find but five dynamic practice activities meticulously crafted to reinforce apostrophe rules and application. Whether it's mastering possessives or nailing contractions, these activities provide ample opportunities for students to hone their punctuation prowess.

In addition to the plethora of printable practice exercises, three convenient Google Form Quizzes have been included. With these digital assessments, students can test their understanding of apostrophe usage anytime, anywhere, making it easier than ever to track progress and identify areas for improvement.

And for teachers seeking a self-guided learning approach, there is a comprehensive teach page offering invaluable guidance on navigating through the material. Whether utilized in-class or for independent study, this resource empowers students to take charge of their punctuation proficiency.

Highlights of this Apostrophe Practice Pack include:

• A detailed PDF covering all forms of apostrophes in words and sentences, providing a solid foundation for understanding.
• Three interactive Google Form Quizzes, seamlessly integrating technology for modern learning.
• Five full practice activities offering diverse opportunities for skill reinforcement, including 2 editing paragraphs.
• A comprehensive teach page for self-guided learning, ensuring students can progress at their own pace.

Prepare your students for punctuation success with this Apostrophe Practice Pack—it's the ultimate tool for mastering apostrophes and acing those assessments!

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• All Things English For Middle & High School Students (best seller)
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• Bell Ringers for the Semester
• Everything Writing

Do your students need help with analysis? Use these ten graphic organizers with images for analysis practice and writing a thesis. These exercises and graphic organizers help students springboard to analyzing more complex illustrations and essays for future coursework.

This easy to implement, step-by-step analysis guide for individual, small/whole group practice includes:

Full picture slides for whole group discussion and preview

10 Analysis Graphic Organizers with images

One Blank Analysis Graphic Organizer

Analysis categories include: Assumptions/Inferences, Year, Time, Season, Setting, Stereotypes, Characterization, Genre, Emotions, and Others

Writing a Thesis Statement

This step-by-step guide is simple to follow, great for test prep, and helps students uncover the process of analysis.

Should students be required to learn second language? This is an argumentative essay prompt, three articles, and outline sheet. Your kids will all have their own opinions about whether or not schools should require students to learn second language. This comes complete with rubric.

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Mastering compound-complex sentences just got easier with this comprehensive 24-page resource! Designed for middle and high school students, this packet provides engaging practice that will enhance their understanding of sentence structure. It includes a self-guided "teach" page for independent learning, offering clear explanations of how to craft compound-complex sentences using conjunctions and clauses.

This resource also features 3 interactive Google Form quizzes to assess student understanding and reinforce key concepts. Students will review conjunctions, independent and dependent clauses, and practice combining sentences to create complex ideas—all while building their writing skills.

Perfect for use in class or at home, this set ensures that students can confidently grasp these challenging grammar concepts. Whether you’re preparing students for standardized testing or simply reinforcing everyday grammar, this resource is the perfect addition to your curriculum.

Features:

• 24 pages of engaging content
• Self-guided teach page for independent learning
• 3 Google Form quizzes for interactive assessment
• Review of conjunctions, clauses, and sentence construction
• Ideal for grades 6-12
• Answer Key included

Elevate your nonfiction reading curriculum with this comprehensive teaching material! Dive into the world of informational texts with a meticulously crafted resource designed to enhance critical reading and analytical skills. Perfect for middle and high school classrooms, this pack includes everything you need to engage and challenge your students.

Key Features:

1. 5 Engaging Nonfiction Texts: Covering a range of topics, these texts are carefully selected to captivate students' interest while promoting deep comprehension.
2. Comprehension and Analysis Questions: Foster critical thinking with thought-provoking questions that delve into the nuances of each text.
3. Main Idea Task Cards: Help students grasp the central concepts of each passage with focused tasks aimed at honing their main idea identification skills.
4. Summary Task Cards: Encourage concise and effective summarization abilities with task cards designed to distill key information from complex texts.
5. Google Form Quizzes: Streamline assessment and provide immediate feedback with ready-to-use quizzes accessible via Google Forms.
6. Group Practice Activities: Foster collaborative learning experiences with group activities that encourage peer discussion and analysis.
7. Increased Complexity: Gradually scaffold students' learning with materials that progressively increase in complexity, catering to diverse learning needs.
8. Comprehensive Coverage: Address a multitude of nonfiction reading skills, including summarizing, identifying main ideas, discerning author’s purpose, analyzing claims and support, making inferences, interpreting graphic features, understanding text structure, and more.

Skill Development:

• Summarizing: Master the art of distilling complex information into concise summaries.
• Main Idea: Strengthen main idea identification skills to enhance overall comprehension.
• Author’s Purpose: Analyze texts to discern the intentions behind the author's writing.
• Claim and Support: Evaluate arguments by identifying claims and examining supporting evidence.
• Inferences: Develop inferential skills to uncover implicit meanings within texts.
• Graphic Features: Interpret visual aids to deepen comprehension and understanding.
• Text Support: Learn to cite textual evidence to substantiate claims and interpretations.
• Text Structure: Recognize different text structures to aid in comprehension and analysis.

Should students be required to wear school uniforms? This is an argumentative essay prompt, two articles, a graph, and outline sheet. Your kids will all have their own opinions about uniforms and whether or not schools should require uniforms. This comes complete with rubric. This is for Google Drive

Looking to help your students master the passive voice for standardized tests like the STAAR? This 16-page resource is your go-to guide for teaching passive voice with a gradual increase in complexity.

Start with the basics of identifying subjects and verbs in sentences, then progress to understanding direct objects and other key components essential for a full grasp of passive voice. This packet is designed to make learning passive voice engaging and effective.

Included are:

• 5 Pages of handouts to make sure to make sure students understand each part of passive voice.
• Practice pages that progressively challenge students, ensuring they can identify and use passive voice with confidence.
• Exercises in evaluating and revising sentences, crucial for mastering the revising sections of tests.
• 2 editing passages for applied practice, perfect for honing skills in a test-like environment.

Ideal for both classroom use and independent practice, this resource is an excellent tool for students in middle and high school.

Get ready to start testing out on a positive note with these testing motivational notes for students. Designed to uplift and inspire, these notes are meant to be placed on students' desks before they begin their testing journey. Each card features a unique motivational message tailored to boost confidence, foster a positive mindset, and ignite determination in students as they embark on their testing endeavors.

From encouraging words of affirmation to empowering quotes, these notes serve as a reminder that every student possesses the ability to excel and shine brightly. Whether it's a reassuring note about believing in oneself or a gentle reminder to stay focused and resilient, these cards aim to create an atmosphere of encouragement and support during testing sessions.

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Should students be required to learn second language? This is an argumentative essay prompt, three articles, and outline sheet. Your kids will all have their own opinions about whether or not schools should require students to learn second language. This comes complete with rubric. This is a pdf.

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Should students be required to learn how to write in cursive? This is an argumentative essay prompt, three articles, and outline sheet. Your kids will all have their own opinions about whether or not schools should require students to learn how to write in cursive. This comes complete with rubric.

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Need help with organizing cause and effect essays? These 7 charts will guide students through planning and pre-writing cause and effect essays. Step-by-Step graphic organizers with note about cause and effect definitions, paragraph writing tip, and writing challenge to reorganize the essay on each handout.

Excellent for assessment practice, college test prep, standardized test prep, and expository writing. Helps build critical thinking skills. Meets state and federal ELA guidelines.