Less than $5 Middle School Writing-Essays Printables (by date, oldest first)

Graphic organizers can be helpful as a visual aid when students are writing.

• Helps students focus on their thoughts for planning, decision-making, and writing an essay

• Helps students see the connections, patterns, and relationships between facts, concepts, and ideas 

• Organizers provide a visual depiction for writers by showing them where each piece of the essay is placed within an essay

Narrative plot graphic organizer:

• Starts with the introduction or exposition
• Followed by the rising action of the story
• Rising action hits a climax
• After the climax is the falling action
• From the falling action, we come to the conclusion

I hope your students/children enjoy this concept map by understanding the importance of why a graphic organizer is needed, as well as understanding the variables of a concept map.

The Narrative Plot Graphic Organizer is in Google Slides, Powerpoint, and PDF formats.

Happy Writing!

Tina Arozena

Big Easy Homeschooling Mom

Explain the effects of cell phone addiction. This is an informative essay prompt, two articles, a graph, and outline sheet. Your kids will all learn something about cell phones that they may never thought of before. This comes complete with rubric

Should schools ban soda? This is an argumentative essay prompt, three articles, and outline sheet. Your kids will all have their own opinions about sugary drinks and whether or not schools should ban soda. This comes complete with rubric.

Google Drive Version can be found here

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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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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.

Looking for more argumentative prompts with articles?

Minimum Wage - Argumentative prompt, articles, and outline sheet

Cell phones in School: Argumentative prompt, articles, and outline sheet

Did Shakespeare write his own stuff?:Argumentative prompt, articles, and rubric.

Should Schools Ban Soda? - Argumentative prompt, articles, and outline sheet

Should schools ban soda? This is an argumentative essay prompt, three articles, and outline sheet. Your kids will all have their own opinions about sugary drinks and whether or not schools should ban soda. This comes complete with rubric. 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.

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.

Explain what impeachment is and how the process takes place. This is an informative essay prompt, two articles, a graph, and outline sheet. Your kids will all learn something about the impeachment process. This comes complete with rubric

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

Everything in this package is included in the thumbnails and preview!

These outlines came with multiple benefits:

• Reminders of instructions on each outline
• Structure in limiting sentences - beneficial for advanced students
• A clear goal line - very helpful for lower leveled students
• Adjective borders - How difficult is it to help larger classes with
• longer and create better writers.
• Transition word borders - Help your students connect events smoothly

Includes:

• Outlines for the following six paragraphs:
  • Introduction
  • Character Description Paragraph
  • Setting Description Paragraph
  • Middle of Event Paragraph
  • End of Event Paragraph
  • Conclusion Paragraph

Description:

• This is a writing packet meant to help students brainstorm and write their introduction, body, and conclusion paragraphs. I did this with fourth-grade students, and they thrived with the added structure. Let's be honest. Literary Analysis Essays can be so confusing to begin with! The added structure is always a safe route to go! It is my assumption that this will take around two to three weeks to complete depending on classroom factors.

Includes:

• 6 worksheets containing:

  • One summary worksheet
  • One worksheet for defining the difference between summaries and Literary Analysis
  • One brainstorming and planning sheet
  • One introduction paragraph template
  • One body paragraph template
  • One conclusion paragraph template
  • All pictured in the previews!

• 1.5 line spacing

• Added instruction and advice inside

If you like this product, check out the other writing packets in my store!

Your feedback is appreciated!

Engaging Writing templates for boys and girls!

Fifteen fun front and back templates!

A fun border design for each template:

1. Spooky Spiders
2. Horses
3. Pandas
4. Safari Animals
5. Woodland Creatures
6. Sweet Desserts
7. Junk Food
8. Frogs
9. Gorillas and Bananas
10. Puppies
11. Naruto
12. Princesses
13. Harry Potter
14. Aliens
15. Butterflies and Flowers

I don't know about you, but my students love weird things! For a heavy writing assignment, what is better than giving your students a fun and crazy choice template to write on? I made these templates at my own students' request, so naturally, I had to laugh often as I designed each one. Enjoy!

Includes:

• 15 different templates
  • Each of the designs are pictured in the previews! No need to buy without seeing the entire product!
  • Animals, food, anime, princess, and Disney movie themes!
  • There is a front and back to each design.
  • 1.5 line spacing
  • Blanks for name, number, and title

Your feedback is appreciated!

Description:

• This is a packet meant to help students write their own imaginative stories. It contains eleven worksheets that will break down this process. You do not have to use every worksheet in this packet to teach the unit. Some worksheets will seem to cover the exact same concept, only slightly different. However, I realized that everyone has different tastes in how to teach, so I tried to give a few more options. It is difficult to say how long this will take. Every group of students is different. From the start to the final draft, I am assuming it will take two to three weeks.

Includes:

• 11 different worksheets covering
  • Setting, conflict, resolutions, character, and plot development
  • It begins with asking students to delve into the topics based on their experiences, then moves into brainstorming, designing their own stories, writing their drafts, and adding revisions.
  • Each of my designs is included in the previews! No buying without seeing the whole package!

If you liked this product, check out my Expository and Persuasive Writing Templates in my store!

Your feedback is appreciated!

Sometimes it feels like teaching young children how to write an essay is impossible. The My Essay Writing Lapbook makes this process so much easier. Students will learn how to make an Essay Writing plan, find a powerful lead, and write an essay using this Lapbook. The lapbook is a fun and interactive way for kids to organize their thinking process.

Included in this Lapbook is the following:

-4 different 4 + 1 Square Writing templates. Each template is for a different types of writing (narrative, fictional, comparing stories, comparing characters, persuasive, & informational).

Lapbook Contents:

-Cover Page

-(3) Interactive Writing Checklists

- Interactive Powerful Leads Spin Wheel (one premade and one blank for personalization).

-Interactive Transition Words according to color templates(one premade and one blank for personalization).

-Powerful Synonym Chart (Blank).

-Transition Words Interactive templates (3 premade and 3 blank for personalization).

- Writing Checklists templates (3 premade and 3 blank).

- 2 Model Essay Plans (Color coded).

- 2 Model Essays that accompany the plans (color coded).

- Writing Process Chart and Spelling Word Chart (Blank).

Suggestions and Instruction Guide with pictures included. All printables are in black and white.

Items not included are: file folder, tape, construction paper, and brass brad.

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Looking for a final writing assignment on William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet? This resource features everything you'll need to lead students through the process of writing an analytical essay about Romeo and Juliet. The resource features 5 writing prompts which will motivate students to think with nuance about important themes in the play. The resource also includes scaffolding to help students select evidence, generate an outline, and begin writing. For teachers, the resource features an assessment rubric which can be used to grade and provide feedback on students' analytical writing.

Here's what you'll find in this editable 8-page resource:

• Analytical Writing Assignment: Challenge students to take their interpretations one step further by writing an analytical paper on Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. Let students choose from one of 5 thought-provoking sample topics — or invite them to develop a topic of their own. Includes a handout introducing students to the elements in an analytical essay as well as a scaffolded writing schedule with each step in the essay writing process. (4 pages)
• Outline Template: Scaffold the writing process by having students fill out an outline before they write their papers. The outline template has boxes where students can write out their hook, thesis, topic sentences, textual evidence, and so on. (3 pages)
• Assessment Rubric: A detailed assessment rubric enables teachers to grade student papers in a fast and efficient manner. (1 page)

The entire unit will come to you in two separate formats: Word Docs *and* PDFs. Because the Word docs are fully editable, you'll be able to customize them to match the skill levels of your students year after year. If you don't have Microsoft Word, you'll still be able to access PDF versions which are easy to navigate and quick to print.

Rigorous Resources is your one-stop shop for top-quality resources on William Shakespeare. Wishing you an amazing experience with teaching the Romeo and Juliet. If you have any questions along the way, please don't hesitate to get in touch. I love hearing from fellow teachers who share a passion for great literature! 

Happy teaching!

Adam Jernigan, Ph.D.

adamjernigan@gmail.com

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Feel free to check out these complete units on Shakespeare's masterpieces:

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Romeo and Juliet

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Julius Caesar

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Macbeth

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Othello

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Hamlet

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Much Ado About Nothing

INTRO TO SHAKESPEARE: Biography, Globe Theater, Language, & Meter

This cloud of thoughts cute simple and basic graphic organizer is a great tool for students to benefit from brainstorming activities. It is can be used to many different books in any curriculum or else. Two versions are avalaible.

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This pumpkin bundle for October and november is wonderful for weekly or monthly spelling tests. Each product is fall theme and contains different number of words, it keeps learners engaged while working! It offers a variety of printables (10, 15, 20 and 25 words spelling test papers , versions: dotted lines, single lines, etc.) that can best fit your classroom needs!

This sheet can be used for: Spelling pre-test, Spelling test, Writing test and Sentence Dictations, It is nice because it is pre-numbered and has primary lines for neat handwriting. Perfect for educators seeking efficiency and clarity, this resource includes two versions: One with single-line paper featuring regular numbers, and another with dotted-line paper.

Ways to use this product:

• Whole Group Instruction
• Small Group Instruction
• Homework
• Centers
• Special Education
• Distance Learning

Why use this resource:

• Festive Theme: Engaging fall pumpkins design makes learning fun.
• Eco-Friendly: Two templates per page to reduce paper waste.
• Pre-Test Version: Helps assess student knowledge before the main test.
• Color Options: Available in black-and-white and color for flexibility.
• Variety in Format: Handwriting and normal lines cater to different needs.
• Time-Saving: Ready-to-use template simplifies lesson preparation.
• Versatile: Adaptable for various grade levels and spelling lists.

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• Polygons for beginners.
• Coordinate for beginners.
• Fractions for beginners.

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Streamline and scaffold essay writing with your students with these graphic organizers!

Included:

• Planning Graphic Organizers for Informational & Argumentative Essays
• Chunked Rough Draft Pages for Informational & Argumentative Essays

-Guided and Blank Introduction & Conclusion pages included

• Edit/Revise Checklist

Benefits:

• Makes planning essays easier and more efficient for students!
• Two types of essays included
• Organize brainstorming ideas, develop your thesis/claim statement, and organize your body paragraphs.
• Guided revising/editing checklist included

This product is perfect for teachers looking for a way to chunk and scaffold essay writing for students!

This all-in-one resource includes both the full text and a differentiated version with guided annotations, making it accessible to a range of learners. This resource includes a variety of activities that are focused on growing specific skills as well as activities that assess multiple skills in a variety of formats.

Included in This Resource:

• “The Tell-Tale Heart” Text

  • Standard Text
  • Differentiated Text With Guided Annotation

• Skill-Focused Practice:

  • Inference & Text Evidence with Dialectical Journal Chart
  • Context Clues
  • Analyzing Main Idea & Details
  • Point of View Through Creative Writing

• Mixed-Skill Practice:

  • Literary Analysis Scavenger Hunt
  • Literary Analysis One-Pager with Rubric

• Assessment:

  • Comprehension Quiz

• Constructed Responses:

  • Four Informational Prompts
  • One Argumentative Prompts
  • BONUS Paired Argumentative Prompt (Paired w/ William Sleator’s “The Elevator”--text not included)
  • Planning Guides (Informational/Argumentative)
  • Scoring Rubrics (Informational/Argumentative)

• **Answer Keys (for Applicable Activities)
  **

This resource is perfect for differentiating instruction and meeting the needs of all learners. Save time and focus on building strong literary analysis skills with this ready-to-use unit.

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