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Fahrenheit 451: Socratic Seminar packets and rubric
By The Red-Haired Reader
Are you looking for an interactive, student-led activity/ assessment for the end of Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury? How about trying a Socratic Seminar!
This file contains 2 different packets of Socratic Circle questions- packet A and packet B. Each packet contains 3 different questions that require students to answer and provide two quotes from the text to back up their answers. Students are also required to come up with 3 additional questions they will ask if there's time in their seminar. Finally, the packet has a page where each student will monitor a partner in the opposite circle. Lastly, the file contains a rubric for your use!
When you print out the file, you'll see packet A on the top half of the sheet, packet B on the bottom half, and then the rubric as the last page of the file. You'll need to cut each packet page in half after you print them out, as each booklet you give to the students is only half a page. They are labeled A and B. Give half your class A, half B, and allow them to plan! The day of the circle, you'll let A discuss for maybe 20-30 minutes, then flip-flop your circles and have B discuss.
My students really enjoy Socratic Seminars! I have found it works better when you give each group three different questions, so you don't see the same discussion 2 times, which is how this packet is set up.
I used the Socratic Circle as their "final test grade" for Fahrenheit 451. The students need to have completed the whole book to answer the questions included in the packet.
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Chasing Vermeer by Blue Balliett Comprehension Quizzes and Writing Prompt
By Kile's Classroom
Chasing Vermeer Novel Quizzes and Writing Prompt
Chasing Vermeer by By Blue Balliett is a fantastic mystery novel that will have your kids excited to read and figure out a mysterious theft of a valuable piece of Vermeer art!
Chasing Vermeer is a great read and will keep your students guessing and talking the entire book!
This Chasing Vermeer set includes:
~5 comprehension quizzes with multiple choice and short answer questions for every 4 chapters
~answer keys that include sample student responses for the short answer questions
~a character chart to keep track of the characters and the clues that might point to their involvement in the theft
~ a writing prompt and organizer that requires students to make inferences and support those inferences with text evidence
~a writing page for their final writing.
Check out the preview of the first quiz, the character map, and writing prompt!
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A Raisin In The Sun, Harlem, and Dreams synthesis Final Writing Assessment
By The Red-Haired Reader
This product can be used as a final assessment for A Raisin in the Sun. It requires students to synthesize the play and two Hughes poems by comparing the use of symbolism and the theme of the importance of dreams.
First, students will analyze "Harlem" and "Dreams" using the two foldables. Your students will fold the paper in half the long way, and cut along the black lines into the midline of the paper. They will end up with a long, skinny version of the poem on the front of the flaps, and analysis question inside. As they read the poem, they will peel back the flap to reveal questions that ask them to analyze the poem! I've attached my video that explains how to use foldables.
After the students analyze the poems, they're ready to write! The prompt asks them to synthesize all three texts by comparing e use of symbolism and the theme of the importance of dreams. I've included a comprehensive rubric so students are aware of the criteria, and teachers will be able to quickly and effective grade the final products!
Monster (Myers) vs. Murder on a Sunday Morning Compare Contrast Project
By Language Arts Excellence
Are you looking for a highly engaging final assessment surrounding the novel, Monster, by Walter Dean Myers? This week-long project asks students to view the Oscar Award-Winning documentary, Murder on a Sunday Morning, and compare it to the shockingly similar novel. Students love seeing the real-life courtroom action play out and connecting it to the novel they read in class.
Product Includes:
- Assignment Directions
- Viewing Guide for Monster vs. Murder on a Sunday Morning
- Graphic Organizer for Compare/Contrast Essay
- 2 Comprehensive Peer-Review Forms
- 1 Rubric
For this week-long final assignment, there is no preparation needed!
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War of the Worlds Quizzes- Entire Novel
By Educate and Create
Studying War of the Worlds? These quizzes will help keep your students on track. There are a total of 6 multiple choice quizzes with answer key.
The Landlady by Roald Dahl Socratic Seminar: 2 packets plus rubric
By The Red-Haired Reader
Please check out my video preview for my line of Socratic Seminars!
This file contains 2 different packets of Socratic Circle questions- packet A and packet B. Each packet contains 3 different questions that require students to answer and provide two quotes from the text to back up their answers. Students are also required to come up with 3 additional questions they will ask if there's time in their circle. Finally, the packet has a page where each student will monitor a partner in the opposite circle. They will make a check each time their partner speaks, and paraphrase a meaningful comment their partner made. Lastly, the file contains the socratic circle rubric.
When you print out the file, you'll see packet A on the top half of the sheet, packet B on the bottom half, and then the rubric as the last page of the file. You'll need to cut each packet page in half after you print them out, as each booklet you give to the students is only half a page. They are labeled A and B. Give half your class A, half B, and allow them to plan! The day of the circle, you'll let A discuss for maybe 20-30 minutes, then flip-flop your circles and have B discuss.
My students really enjoy Socratic Seminars! I have found it works better when you give each group three different questions, so you don't see the same discussion 2 times, which is how this packet is set up. I used the Socratic Circle as their "final test grade" for the short story. The students need to have finished the story to answer the questions included in the packet. Please email me if you have questions about this product! Thank you! sarajoy916@gmail.com
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TOUCHING SPIRIT BEAR [GALLERY WALK]
By Richard B Williams
This TOUCHING SPIRIT BEAR [GALLERY WALK] resource provides students a chance to show what they know through this FUN, INTERACTIVE assignment. See who was paying attention, see who understands directions, and see who needs more scaffolding and support. With 10+ Critical Thinking & Writing Prompts, and Suggested Uses to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work, students will love this classic!
Watch your engaged students enjoy themselves as they "walk the gallery" responding to each chosen item. 7th - 8th Graders will love this short writing, INTERACTIVE quiz. Check it out!
SUMMARY:
Mikaelsen's Touching Spirit Bear is a bildungsroman and adventure story of Cole Matthews a troubled teen who is forced on a spirit quest. Ben Mikaelsen was inspired by his own pet black bear, Buffy, to whom he dedicated the book; the novel also takes cultural inspiration from the Tlingit Tribe of Alaska. Will Cole learn what he needs to to get back to civilization from his quest?
This 7th - 8th grade canonized work allows students to delve into the powerful exploration of the human capacity for survival, leadership, and faith.
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2. BLANK CARDS FOR TEACHER PERSONALIZATION
3. EDITABLE
4. Suggested Uses
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By Richard B Williams
This LONG WAY DOWN Essay Exam resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 15 Essay Writing Prompts to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. Also, there are an additional 15 Discussion Questions and 2 new VIDEO ESSAY projects to be used for additional essay practice or group projects. 7th and 9th Graders will love this essay exam. Check it out!
SUMMARY:
Jason Reynolds' Long Way Down highlights Will Holloman, a young black boy struggling to make a decision after his brother Shawn is shot dead in the street. Will plans to seek revenge, but before he can leave the elevator of his building, he is greeted by a series of ghosts who confuse and complicate his perspective on Shawn’s death and the idea of revenge killing. Will he listen to these ghosts or will he get his revenge?
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By Educate and Create
This bundle includes quizzes for The Tempest Acts 1-5. Each quiz has five 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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ROLL OF THUNDER, HEAR MY CRY [ESSAY EXAM]
By Richard B Williams
This ROLL OF THUNDER, HEAR MY CRY Essay Exam resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 16 Essay Writing Prompts to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. Also, there are an additional 15 Discussion Questions and 2 new VIDEO ESSAY projects to be used for additional essay practice or group projects. 6th and 8th Graders will love this essay exam. Check it out!
SUMMARY:
Mildred D. Taylor's Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry features the Logan family as they work hard to keep the small piece of farmland. They endure many racial injustices, abuses, and sturggles in this effort. How will they survive and move forward? Papa may have found a way out. DOES IT WORK?
This 6th - 8th grade canonized work allows students to delve into the powerful exploration of the human capacity for prejudice, self worth, and the strength of family and friendships.
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Tuck Everlasting Comprehension Quiz and Group Discussion Cards
By Kile's Classroom
Tuck Everlasting Comprehension Quizzes and Group Discussion Cards
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Tuck Everlasting by By Natalie Babbitt is a fantastic fantasy novel that will have your kids excited to read and follow the adventure of a mysterious family!
Tuck Everlasting is a great read and will keep your students guessing and talking the entire book!
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If you are looking for a quiz to accompany Tuck Everlasting by Natalie Babbitt, you have come to the right place! These quizzes thoroughly assess student comprehension and student understanding. Use each quiz after each section of Tuck Everlasting, or allow students to answer the questions as they read and build a valuable study guide. The Tuck Everlasting Discussion Questions are open ended, higher order thinking questions that work perfectly for whole class or small group discussion.
This Tuck Everlasting set includes:
~6 comprehension quizzes with multiple choice and short answer questions - one quiz for every 4-5 chapters
~Answer keys that include sample student responses for the short answer questions
~Task Cards/ Discussion Cards with higher order questions perfect for small groups or whole class discussion
Check out the preview of the entire product!
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THE BIRTHDAY PARTY [ESSAY EXAM]
By Richard B Williams
This Katharine Brush THE BIRTHDAY PARTY Essay Exam resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 14 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. Also, there are an additional 15 Discussion Questions and a STANDING DISCUSSION PARTY exercise (for Differentiation) to be used for additional assessment. 7th and 11th Graders will love this essay exam. Check it out!
SUMMARY:
Brush's "The Birthday Party" highlights a seemingly happy couple at first glance at an innocent dinner; however, when viewed closer is obviously a dinner gone wrong. What could possibly be the problem?
This 7th - 11th grade canonized work allows students to look at themselves, their world, their relationships, and their life's journey.
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6. Suggested Uses
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By Richard B Williams
This Sean O'Faolain THE FUR COAT Essay Exam resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 15 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. Also, there are an additional 15 Discussion Questions and a MIDDLE SCHOOL or Easy VERSION (for Differentiation) to be used for additional essay practice or group projects. 6th and 11th Graders will love this essay exam. Check it out!
SUMMARY:
Sean O'Faolain's The Fur Coat highlights Paddy Maguire and his wife's, Molly's, conversation about a fur coat. Through this telling discussion, Molly realizes what's truly important: is it money, status, or what's right?
This 11th - 12th grade canonized work allows students to look at themselves, their world, and their life's journey.
This RESOURCE Includes:
1. 15 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts
2.15 Discussion Questions
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4. 2 "FUR" Worksheets
5. [Black and White Versions]
6. Suggested Uses
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LAMB TO THE SLAUGHTER [ESSAY EXAM]
By Richard B Williams
This Roald Dahl LAMB TO THE SLAUGHTER Essay Exam resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 15 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. Also, there are an additional 15 Discussion Questions and a MIDDLE SCHOOL or Easy VERSION (for Differentiation) to be used for additional essay practice or group projects. 6th and 10th Graders will love this essay exam. Check it out!
SUMMARY:
Roald Dahl's Lamb to the Slaughter highlights Mary Mahoney and his husband's ending relationship. After a disappointing discussion, six-month pregnant Mary does the unthinkable. Will she be found out or will she get away with her crime?
This 6th - 10th grade canonized work allows students to look at themselves, their world, and their life's journey.
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1. 15 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts
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6. Suggested Uses
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LAMB TO THE SLAUGHTER [ESSAY EXAM]
By Richard B Williams
This Roald Dahl LAMB TO THE SLAUGHTER Essay Exam resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 15 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. Also, there are an additional 15 Discussion Questions and a MIDDLE SCHOOL or Easy VERSION (for Differentiation) to be used for additional essay practice or group projects. 6th and 10th Graders will love this essay exam. Check it out!
SUMMARY:
Roald Dahl's Lamb to the Slaughter highlights Mary Mahoney and his husband's ending relationship. After a disappointing discussion, six-month pregnant Mary does the unthinkable. Will she be found out or will she get away with her crime?
This 6th - 10th grade canonized work allows students to look at themselves, their world, and their life's journey.
This RESOURCE Includes:
1. 15 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts
2.15 Discussion Questions
3. MIDDLE SCHOOL or Easy VERSION (for Differentiation)
4. 2 "LAMB" Worksheets
5. [Black and White Versions]
6. Suggested Uses
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THE BIRTHDAY PARTY [ESSAY EXAM]
By Richard B Williams
This Katharine Brush THE BIRTHDAY PARTY Essay Exam resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 14 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. Also, there are an additional 15 Discussion Questions and a STANDING DISCUSSION PARTY exercise (for Differentiation) to be used for additional assessment. 7th and 11th Graders will love this essay exam. Check it out!
SUMMARY:
Brush's "The Birthday Party" highlights a seemingly happy couple at first glance at an innocent dinner; however, when viewed closer is obviously a dinner gone wrong. What could possibly be the problem?
This 7th - 11th grade canonized work allows students to look at themselves, their world, their relationships, and their life's journey.
This RESOURCE Includes:
1. 14 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts
2.15 Discussion Questions
3. a STANDING DISCUSSION PARTY ACTIVITY (for Differentiation)
4. 2 "LAMB" Worksheets
5. [Black and White Versions]
6. Suggested Uses
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By Richard B Williams
This Sean O'Faolain THE FUR COAT Essay Exam resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 15 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. Also, there are an additional 15 Discussion Questions and a MIDDLE SCHOOL or Easy VERSION (for Differentiation) to be used for additional essay practice or group projects. 6th and 11th Graders will love this essay exam. Check it out!
SUMMARY:
Sean O'Faolain's The Fur Coat highlights Paddy Maguire and his wife's, Molly's, conversation about a fur coat. Through this telling discussion, Molly realizes what's truly important: is it money, status, or what's right?
This 11th - 12th grade canonized work allows students to look at themselves, their world, and their life's journey.
This RESOURCE Includes:
1. 15 EDITABLE Essay Writing Prompts
2.15 Discussion Questions
3. MIDDLE SCHOOL or Easy VERSION (for Differentiation)
4. 2 "FUR" Worksheets
5. [Black and White Versions]
6. Suggested Uses
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Socratic Seminar for Raina Telgemeier's Sisters Graphic Novel + rubric
By The Red-Haired Reader
Are you looking for a student-led, interactive way to asses your students' understanding of the graphic novel Sisters by Raina Telgemeier? A Socratic Seminar is a fabulous way to facilitate a discussion about this award-winning text.
This file contains two different packets of Socratic Seminar packets- packet A and packet B. Each packet contains three different discussion questions that require students to answer and provide two quotes from the text to back up their answers. Students are also required to come up with three additional questions they will ask if there’s time in their seminar. Finally, the packet has a page where each student will monitor a partner in the opposite circle. They will make a check each time their partner speaks, and paraphrase meaningful comments their partner makes. The file also contains a rubric for you to use while your students are discussing!
When you print out the file, you’ll see packet A on the top half of the sheet, packet B on the bottom half, and then the rubric as the last page of the file. Remove the rubric and print one out for each of your students. Copy the rest of the pages, cut them in half, and staple them. Each student will receive one half-sheet booklet; packet A or packet B.
Give your students adequate time to plan for their Seminar! I usually give them a full class period (40 minutes for me), but you could have them do it for homework, or over the course of a few days. The day of the Seminar, you’ll assign partners with opposite packets. Let A discuss for as long as they need (usually 30-ish minutes for me!), then flip-flop your circles and have B discuss afterwards.
My students LOVE Socratic Seminars! I have found the fishbowl discussion format works much better when you give each group three different questions so you don’t hear the same discussion two times, which is how this product is set up. I have used Socratic Seminars in small literature circle groups as well as with the whole class at once. Please ask if you have questions!
The Tell-Tale Heart & The Black Cat Compare Contrast Essay
By Language Arts Excellence
This product features all the materials you need to assign a compare/contrast essay for Edgar Allan Poe's two famously gruesome tales: "The Tell-Tale Heart" and "The Black Cat."
For this assignment, students will need to think critically and specifically about the similarities and differences between the two famous stories. A comprehensive chart is provided to prompt students to take a close look at both tales and to think beyond the obvious (like the fact that they are both written by Edgar Allan Poe) and consider the deeper similarities and differences (like plot structure, mental state of the narrators, and elements of suspense) between them. These thoughtfully-constructed materials will help students develop exemplary compare/contrast essays that they can be proud of!
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By Richard B Williams
This "THE VELDT" Essay Exam resource provides students a chance to show what they know. 15 Essay Writing Prompts to encourage insightful responses from this canonized work. Also, there are an additional 15 Discussion Questions, the Standing Discussion Party Activity, and 2 Short Response Worksheets to be used for additional essay practice or group projects. 10th and 12th Graders will love this essay exam. Check it out!
SUMMARY:
Ray Bradbury "The Veldt" highlights George and Lydia Hadley who live in a state-of-the-art dwelling called a Happylife Home with their two ten-year-old children, Peter and Wendy. Their home has an A.I. influenced Nursery, the VELDT, that transforms the room into any space the children want. The children get anything they want. How can anything go wrong?
This 10th - 12th grade canonized work allows students to look at themselves, their use of technology, their world, and their life's journey.
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