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STAAR ECR Mastery Bundle: Engaging Essay Writing and Test Prep for Grades 6-8

By TooBookedUp

  • STAAR ECR Mastery Resource Informational Essay Test Prep Grades 6-8 Thesis Claim
    This comprehensive resource breaks down the Extended Constructed Response (ECR) process for middle school students. It guides them through crafting a solid thesis, developing claims, and supporting their ideas with evidence and reasoning. The engaging, step-by-step format ensures students master the writing skills they need for STAAR success.

  • Thanksgiving Argument Writing Unit Debate Topics & Lesson Plans 4 STAAR ECRs
    Make argumentative writing fun and seasonal with this resource. Students tackle Thanksgiving-themed debate topics while practicing essential STAAR ECR skills. The unit includes structured lessons, 4 debate topics, guided notes, and activities that focus on developing strong arguments with evidence and counterarguments.

  • ECR Relay Race: Engaging STAAR Writing Prep Grades 5-8 Comprehension 12 Prompts!
    Turn essay writing into a collaborative, competitive game! This relay race-style resource includes 12 engaging prompts and helps students build comprehension and writing skills through interactive learning. Ideal for both individual and group work, this resource is perfect for STAAR test prep and building writing confidence.

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Informative essay, prompt, outline, and rubric

By Educate and Create

What is the electoral college and how does it work? This is an informative essay prompt, two articles, a map, and outline sheet. Your kids will all learn how voting isn't as straightforward as some people think. This comes complete with rubric

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All ELA Bundle, Reading Comprehension Lessons an Activities, Reading Strategy

By Queen's Educational Resources

English Language Arts | All ELA Bundle | Reading Comprehension Lessons and Activities | Reading Strategies

This All ELA Mega Bundle includes:

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❤️ Literary Analysis Graphic Organizer Bundle

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❤️ Author's Purpose Lesson Plan and PowerPoint Packet

❤️ Making Inferences with Pictures Bundle

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★ Resources for an English Language Arts classroom

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★ Print and Digital

★ Excellent for Middle School and lower-level High School Students

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Motivational Testing Notes to Encourage and Motivate Students with Testing

By Fortunate in Fifth Grade

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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Nonfiction Task Cards - Analyzing Author's Craft Using ANY Informational Text

By Sequoia Hill

Inspire your students to think critically about informational texts with this set of engaging, open-ended questions! Perfect for 4th-5th grade, these questions encourage students to explore main ideas, text features, structure, and author’s craft in any nonfiction text they read.

Ideal for:

  • Class Discussions
  • Small Group
  • Center/Station Rotations
  • Prompts for Close Reading
  • Early Finisher Tasks
  • Test Prep
  • Comprehension Practice

Aligned with Common Core standards, this resource is a great way to help students build confidence in analyzing texts, connecting ideas, and uncovering the author’s purpose. Make each reading experience more meaningful and memorable!

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Storytelling Day

By Beth Hammett

Every April, students can celebrate Tell-a-Story Day, which occurs at the end of the month. This 16 page handout will help students with organizing and telling fact-based stories. Great for building oral communication, evidence/proof, and re-telling memories. Includes: Finding storytelling topics Graphic Organizers for planning stories in chronological order Setting up a storytelling event Designing advertisements/invitations Peer workshopping stories Links to multicultural, professional, international/national storytelling centers, storytelling videos and websites Can be used any time of the year! Students will enjoy sharing stories while learning how to use fact-based information. Fun and educational!

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IXL Tracking Sheet Math Language Arts..

By Dotty's Printables

Thess IXL tracking sheets help students monitor their progress in Math, Language Arts, Science, and Social Studies. It encourages ownership of their learning and helps them achieve their goals!

Key Features:

  • Subject-Specific Pages: Dedicated tracking sheets for each subject.
  • Weekly Logging: Students record their progress each week.
  • Skill Tracking: Log skills practiced, scores achieved, and time spent.
  • Goal Setting: Set targets for improvement and reflect on learning.
  • Easy to Use: Simple format for students to fill out independently.

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SCR and ECR Short and Extended Constructed Response Practice 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th

By Magen Crim

Engage 3rd, 4th, or 5th graders with tools to master Short Constructed Responses (SCR) and Extended Constructed Responses (ECR) practice using 35 student opportunities for RACE in a creative way. Ideal for ESL, ELA STAAR, RTI, stations, review, bell ringers, or differentiated independent work.

This No Prep roadmap will help students craft clear, structured, and thoughtful writing responses.

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⭐35 student practice opportunities planned and prepped so you get your planning time back!

⭐Science of reading-aligned strategies for students to apply to their reading and writing.

⭐Leverages the UPS framework to help students combine visuals, analogies, and hands-on practice, emphasizing Understanding, Processing, and Sharing knowledge.

⭐Flexible Format to integrate into any curriculum.

⭐Embedded support to help reach all learners.

➡️ What’s Included

  • Structured Writing Frameworks:
    *RACE Method
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  • Mini Quizzes
  • 35 Practice Opportunities
  • Scaffolding and Differentiation Tools Embedded
  • 5 Quick Checks

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  • Workbook
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Reading Comprehension Graphic Organizer-Analyzing Text Questions & Answers

By Amanda Robinson

Having trouble getting your students to slow down, pay close attention to passage questions, and prove their answers?

This may be just the resource you need! Give your students the structure that they need to slow down and tackle assignments/assessments with intention.

This resource will help your students to:

  • Analyze passage questions for key words and relating reading skills
  • Refer back to the text, and...
  • Prove answers by providing rationales for correct and incorrect answers

Resource includes:

  • Question Analysis Forms

-May be printed blank or text boxes can be added to add specific questions

  • Answer Analysis Forms

-Highly customizable answer analysis space

  • Customizable/editable anchor charts

-Can be pre-made teacher-created anchor charts

-Can be an active document that students help create

Teaching Tips:

I typically allow:

  • One class period to read/annotate the passage (passages not included/resource will work for any passage)
  • One class period to analyze the question stems
  • One class period to answer questions and provide analysis/rationales of answer choices
  • This process can be adjusted as needed for in-class assignments or homework. Pacing can also be adjusted as needed, especially as students become more familiar with the process.
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Thanksgiving Argument Writing Unit Debate Topics & Lesson Plans 4 STAAR ECRs

By TooBookedUp

Looking for a high-engagement, standards-aligned resource to teach argumentative writing? This Thanksgiving Argument Writing Unit is perfect for middle school (grades 6-8) and provides four unique Thanksgiving-themed writing prompts that help students practice developing claims, providing evidence, and addressing counterarguments and rebuttals.
This resource includes:

  • A full lesson plan designed for a 75-minute class, guiding students through argument writing with structured slides and engaging activities.

  • Four thought-provoking Thanksgiving debate topics, including:

  • "Should Black Friday be banned due to its impact on society?"

  • "Is it ethical to celebrate Thanksgiving given the historical conflicts with Native Americans?"

  • "Should Thanksgiving Day parades be canceled due to their environmental impact?"

  • "Should Thanksgiving football games be banned on the holiday?"

  • Slides and Guided Notes: Step-by-step instruction on writing an argumentative essay using claims, evidence, counterarguments, and rebuttals.

  • Practice Activities: Hands-on exercises to help students identify and write each part of an argument.

  • Templates for Writing: Easy-to-use templates for students to organize their essays and develop their writing.

This unit is ideal for teaching the basics of argumentative writing in a fun, seasonal way, with relevant and engaging Thanksgiving topics that students care about. It's also perfect for debate prewriting, essay interventions, or building towards state assessments like STAAR.
What’s Included:

  • Complete 60-minute lesson plan
  • 4 Thanksgiving-themed argument writing prompts
  • Guided notes and practice passages
  • Slide deck covering key writing components (claim, evidence, counterargument, rebuttal)

Help your students develop strong, clear arguments while engaging with Thanksgiving traditions in a meaningful way. Perfect for teaching argumentative writing and improving students' ability to express their ideas logically and persuasively!

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Minimum Wage: Argumentative Prompt, articles, and outline sheet

By Educate and Create

Should the federal minimum wage be increased? This is an argumentative essay prompt, 3 articles, graphs , and outline sheet. Your kids will all have their own opinions about the federal minimum wage and whether or not it should be increased. This comes complete with rubric

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Hyperbole Test | Figurative Language Test | Hyperbole Assessment

By Queen's Educational Resources

Hyperbole Test | Figurative Language Test | Hyperbole Assessment

About This Resource

★ Figurative Language Test | HYPERBOLES

★ 6 pages

★ Print and Digital

★ Suitable for Grades 6-10

★ Answer Keys included

This resource includes:

★ One Hyperbole Assessment and Answer Key

☆ 25 questions, 3 pages

★ Google Slide Link

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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 slide includes two instruction solution tabs to assist students who accidentally delete text boxes and/or 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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This quick assessment evaluates students' understanding of Hyperbole. It includes 25 questions in multiple-choice, fill-in, matching, and writing formats, spanning 3 pages. An Answer Key is provided!

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❤️ All ELA Mega Bundle

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❤️ 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

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❤️ 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

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❤️ 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

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Standardized Testing

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A quick, two page review of Grammar Tips (sentence variety with examples and reader as writer instructions) along with a five-step format for structuring standardized essays. Easy to follow with color-coded examples.

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Figurative Language Analysis Lesson Plans Dreams & Harlem by Langston Hughes

By TooBookedUp

Challenge your students with a deep exploration of figurative language with this complete, standards-aligned lesson plan centered on Langston Hughes’ classic poems Dreams and Harlem. Perfect for grades 6-8, this 60-minute lesson introduces and reinforces figurative language skills with a variety of Depth of Knowledge (DOK) levels, from identification to detailed analysis. Through engaging activities, guided notes, fill-in-the-blank practice, and insightful discussions, students will strengthen their understanding of metaphors, similes, personification, hyperbole, repetition, and more!

What's Included:

  • Do Now Prompt: Connect students personally to the theme of dreams and aspirations.
  • Guided Notes & Slides: Fill-in-the-blank notes and a comprehensive slide deck introduce and review key figurative language concepts.
  • Figurative Language Practice Handout: Allows students to identify and categorize figurative language independently or in pairs.
  • Detailed Analysis of Dreams and Harlem: Thought-provoking questions and guided analysis help students apply figurative language skills in context, from interpreting similes and metaphors to discussing theme.
  • Reflection and Discussion: Encourages students to connect poetic themes to real life and deepen their understanding of how figurative language enhances literature.

Why Teachers Love It: This resource provides a complete and flexible plan that fits seamlessly into any poetry or figurative language unit, with resources to support all stages of learning—from foundational identification to advanced interpretation. It’s ideal for introducing figurative language or deepening students’ analysis skills, making it a versatile addition to any ELA classroom.

Key Features:

  • Differentiated Levels of Analysis: Activities move from DOK Level 1 (identifying figurative language) to DOK Levels 3-4 (interpreting meaning and thematic connections).
  • Engagement-Boosting Content: Uses two of Hughes’ most powerful poems to explore big ideas about dreams, aspirations, and consequences, making learning relevant and impactful.
  • Aligned with Language Standards: Perfect for reinforcing figurative language standards through high-interest texts.

Boost your students' confidence with figurative language and inspire thoughtful conversations with this enriching lesson plan! Download today to elevate your poetry and figurative language instruction with this ready-to-use, engaging resource!

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Facebook: Argumentative prompt, articles, and outline sheet

By Educate and Create

Should you delete your Facebook account? This is an argumentative essay prompt, three articles, and outline sheet. Your kids will all have their own opinions about Facebook and whether or not having an account is a good idea. This comes complete with rubric.

*Update* Available under TeachShare Digital Resources which adds an interactive layer on top of the pdf for distance learning.

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Onomatopoeia Test | Figurative Language Test | Onomatopoeia Assessment

By Queen's Educational Resources

Onomatopoeia Test | Figurative Language Test | Onomatopoeia Assessment

About This Resource

★ Figurative Language Test | ONOMATOPOEIA

★ 6 pages

★ Print and Digital

★ Suitable for Grades 6-10

★ Answer Keys included

This resource includes:

★ One Onomatopoeia Assessment and Answer Key

☆ 25 questions, 3 pages

★ Google Slide Link

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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 slide includes two instruction solution tabs to assist students who accidentally delete text boxes and/or 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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This quick assessment evaluates students' understanding of Onomatopoeia. It includes 25 questions in multiple-choice, fill-in, matching, and writing formats, spanning 3 pages. An Answer Key is provided!

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This resource is also included in the following discounted bundles:

❤️ Onomatopoeia Practice Worksheets, Test, and Anser Key

❤️ Figurative Language Test and Answer Key Bundle

❤️ Figurative Language Practice Worksheet Bundle

❤️ Figurative Language Bundle

❤️ All ELA Mega Bundle

❤️ ELA/SEL MEGA Bundle

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❤️ 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

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❤️ 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

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❤️ 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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STAAR ECR & ELA Test Prep Bundle for Grades 6-8: Reading Comprehension, Essays

By TooBookedUp

  1. 90 Day Reading Comprehension Bell Ringer Warm-Up Routine: This daily bell-ringer routine provides 90 days of reading comprehension practice, helping students build consistency in analyzing texts, identifying main ideas, and drawing inferences. Perfect for regular, bite-sized practice that reinforces key comprehension skills.
  2. ECR Relay Race: Engaging STAAR Writing Prep: This interactive relay race activity is designed to make STAAR writing preparation engaging. With 12 prompts focused on extended constructed responses (ECR), students will work on crafting thoughtful, structured responses, honing their ability to articulate ideas clearly and support their answers with evidence.
  3. STAAR ECR Mastery Resource for Informational Essays: This resource focuses on informational essay writing with a strong emphasis on developing thesis statements, claims, and supporting evidence. It’s a targeted approach to mastering the essential components of STAAR informational essays, equipping students with skills in organization and argumentation.
  4. Thanksgiving Argument Writing Unit: Debate Topics & Lesson Plans: This seasonal resource engages students in argument writing through Thanksgiving-themed debate topics. Students will practice constructing persuasive arguments, making claims, and providing relevant evidence—core skills for STAAR ECRs and persuasive writing in general.

This bundle provides comprehensive practice in reading comprehension, essay structure, argumentation, and evidence-based responses, setting students up for success in standardized test preparation.

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Informative prompt, articles, and rubric

By Educate and Create

Explain how vaccines work. This is an informative essay prompt, two articles,a graph, and outline sheet. Your kids will learn about how vaccines are made and how they work in the human body. This comes complete with rubric.

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Figurative Language in Music Worksheet | Figurative Language Activities

By Queen's Educational Resources

Figurative Language in Music Worksheet | Figurative Language Activities

About This Resource

★ Figurative Language in MUSIC

★ 3 pages

★ Print and Digital

★ Suitable for Middle School

★ Answer Key included

This resource includes:

★ 2 Figurative Language in Music Worksheets

☆ One Worksheet for Higher-Level students

☆ One worksheet for Lower-Level students

★ Answer Key

★ Google Slides Link

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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 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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Give your students an opportunity to enjoy a fun activity while exploring the rich world of figurative language in music. This engaging worksheet set invites them to identify and analyze various types of figurative language used in song lyrics.

This resource includes two of the same Figurative Language in Music Worksheets except one of them is differentiated for lower-level students.

▶️ Worksheet #1: This worksheet features 9 song lyrics without guidance or support. Students will independently identify the types of figurative language present in each lyric.

▶️ Worksheet #2: This worksheet presents 6 song lyrics (identical to Worksheet #1) alongside a sidebar listing various types of figurative language and their definitions. Students using Worksheet #2 will have access to these definitions to aid their identification of figurative language types within the lyrics.

► Both worksheets require students to identify, underline, and specify the type of figurative language used in the song lyrics. The featured figurative language types include simile, metaphor, onomatopoeia, personification, hyperbole, and idiom.

► An Answer Key is provided, listing the correct figurative language types found in the song lyrics. The examples of figurative language are conveniently underlined for clarity.

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

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❌ Lesson plans are not included. This product 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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This resource is also included in the following discounted bundles:

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❤️ All ELA Mega Bundle

❤️ ELA/SEL MEGA Bundle

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25 Day Thanksgiving Bundle: Writing, Reading, Fun Activities, Lessons Grades 5-7

By TooBookedUp

  • Thanksgiving Gratitude Toast Writing Unit with Slides and Awards
  • Looking for a meaningful and engaging way to bring gratitude into your classroom this Thanksgiving season? This 4-Day Thanksgiving Toast Writing Unit has everything you need to help your students craft heartfelt toasts while building their public speaking and writing skills.
  • Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade Informational Texts: Central Idea & Author’s Purpose
  • This resource features informational texts centered around the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Students will practice identifying the central idea and author’s purpose using guided activities, perfect for grades 4-6. Includes quizzes and engaging slides to bring the festive event into your classroom!
  • Multiple Genre Thanksgiving Writing Fun: Story Starters, Centers, and Activities
    Spark creativity with these 10 engaging Thanksgiving-themed story starters! This freebie offers writing prompts perfect for centers or bell-ringers, allowing students to explore genres while creating their own holiday-inspired tales. Ideal for grades 4 and up!
  • Text Features with Thanksgiving Football Text Set, Quizzes, and Slides
    Bring excitement to your lessons with this text feature set using Thanksgiving football articles. Students will analyze and identify different text features while engaging with a fun, seasonal topic. Quizzes and slide presentations are included for easy, interactive learning.
  • Thanksgiving Argument Writing Unit: Debate Topics & Lesson Plans for STAAR ECRs
    Help your students master argumentative writing with this resource, complete with four Thanksgiving-themed debate prompts. Perfect for middle school, the unit includes a 75-minute lesson plan, guided notes, and templates for teaching claims, evidence, and rebuttals.
  • Thanksgiving Author’s Purpose Reading Unit: Passages, Slides, Guided Notes (Grades 5-7)
    This reading unit features five double-sided Thanksgiving-themed passages that explore different author’s purposes. With interactive slides and guided notes, this resource is great for whole-group instruction, centers, or intervention activities in grades 5-7.
  • Thanksgiving Digital Resource: Interactive Slides for Middle School Fall Break Vibes
    This non-academic, interactive slide deck is perfect for building community and having fun the day before Fall Break. Featuring 22 slides with thought-provoking and engaging Thanksgiving prompts, it's a fun, low-prep activity to wrap up the season.
  • Thanksgiving Persuasive Writing Activity: Rhetoric for Grades 5-7 (Ethos, Pathos, Logos)
    This resource guides students through persuasive writing with a focus on rhetoric. Using Thanksgiving-themed prompts, students will practice developing strong arguments using ethos, pathos, and logos. Perfect for building writing and critical thinking skills in grades 5-7.
  • Thanksgiving Text Structure Coloring Sort & Lesson
    Teach text structures in a creative and interactive way with this Thanksgiving coloring activity. Students will learn about different text structures and apply them through sorting and coloring activities, making the lesson both educational and fun.
  • 10 Fall Narrative Essay Picture Prompts and Planner: Print and Go & Slides
    This resource includes 10 narrative essay prompts, each with a fall theme, designed to help students craft compelling stories. Perfect for middle school students, the resource includes both print-and-go materials and a slide deck for easy classroom use.

This bundle could cover 20-25 days of classroom instruction, depending on how the resources are paced and implemented. It offers a great variety of activities for both Thanksgiving season and beyond.

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