Engage students with this ready-to-print lesson plan on Kobe Bryant’s poem Dear Basketball. Students will analyze the accompanying Oscar winning short film as well as explore their own passions. What’s included Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Poetic Device Matching Activity Poetic Device Identification Activity Poem Analysis Questions Short Film Analysis Questions Poetry Writing Guide Poetry Writing Worksheet Poem Writing Space Rubric Answers

In this engaging activity, students write the beginning of a story before crumpling it up, like a snowball, and throwing it to the front of the class. They will then pick up a random snowball and continue the story. It is perfect for a first-week-back activity or to begin a unit of fictional writing. The resource includes a teaching guide, rules, writing space, and story prompts.

Students will be shocked, engaged, and on the edge of their seats while reading Roald Dahl’s Lamb to the Slaughter. Maximize the classroom experience with our comprehensive and ready-to-print lesson plan, culminating in a fun Mary Maloney vs. The State Court Case activity. What’s included: Teaching guide Pre-reading activities Irony in literature review Vocabulary activity Post-reading (comprehension, close reading, and real-world connection) questions Dialogue Analysis Worksheet Irony Analysis Worksheet Written response question with rubric Text vs. movie worksheet Mary Maloney vs. the state court case activity + worksheets Create a riddle activity Online jeopardy game Answers to all of the above

Step into the chilling dystopian world of ‘The Veldt’ by Ray Bradbury, where advanced technology takes a sinister turn. Brace yourself for a thought-provoking journey into the future. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-reading Activities Vocabulary Worksheet Analysis Questions HappyLife Home Worksheet Written Response Questions with Rubric Text Vs Movie Worksheet Paired Video Extension Activities Online Jeopardy Game Answers

Dive into the imaginative and gothic universe of Tim Burton. Students will adore his whimsical narratives before creating their own Burtonesque poems and images. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Tim Burton Biography Poem Worksheet Stick Boy and Match Girl in Love Voodoo Girl The Girl with Many Eyes Stain Boy Roy the Toxic Boy Write Like Burton Worksheet Draw a Burton Character Rubric

Students review poetic devices through playing BINGO! -What’s included: Teaching Guide Poetic Devices List 12 Bingo Cards Poetic Device Definitions Card Poetic Device Examples Card

Add humor and engagement to the ELA classroom This lesson plan is perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or to incorporate into a poetry unit. What’s included: Teaching Guide History of the Limerick Reading Features of a Limerick Document Limerick Poetry Examples Features Checklist Tips and Sentence Starters Create a Limerick Worksheet

This engaging, no prep magazine activity is the perfect way to practice informational text-reading skills. The nine-page magazine on ancient mysteries will fascinate students, and it even includes a games page for fun. What’s included: Teaching Guide Magazine (Atlantis Article / Ancient Egypt Article / Games Page) Analysis Questions Summarizing Activity Answers + Common Core Standards

Motivate students with Barack Obama’s speech on the importance of showing responsibility and effort towards education. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Back-to-School Speech Main Argument Graphic Organizer SOAPS Analysis Worksheet Ethos, Logos, Pathos Worksheet Answers + Common Core Standards

Malala Yousafzai serves as an exemplary role model for students. Her dedication to education and equality encourages students to stand up for their beliefs and make a positive impact in their communities. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Malala Yousafzai Article Analysis Questions Discussion Questions Paired Video Comparison Extension Activities Answers + Common Core Standards

This informational text lesson plan is brimming with activities to engage students and spark curiosity in space exploration, while also covering crucial informational text standards. What’s Included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Worksheet Curiosity on Mars Informational Text Analysis Questions Central Idea Worksheet Paired Video Analysis Space Exploration Timeline + Worksheet Reflection Questions Answers

Greta Thunberg’s story demonstrates the power of youth voices, inspiring students to believe they can make a difference. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Great Thunberg Article Analysis Questions Discussion Questions Paired Video Comparison Extension Activities Answers + Common Core Standards

Take the opportunity to practice valuable informational text reading skills, while learning about the worldwide celebration of St. Patrick’s Day.

Teach students about unusual traditions, the art of giving, as well as the financial and environmental impacts of the festive season. Each article is accompanied by Common Core informational text-aligned and personal connection questions. 1. Unusual Christmas Traditions Around the World Explore unique Christmas traditions from various countries, such as Japan’s Kentucy Fried Chicken dinners, showcasing the diversity of global Christmas customs. 2. The Environmental Impact of Christmas Examine the environmental effects of Christmas, including energy consumption, the debate over real vs. artificial trees, waste generation, and the carbon footprint of holiday travel. 3. Secret Santa Larry Stewart Discover the heartwarming story of Larry Stewart, who anonymously gave away millions during Christmas to those in need. 4. The Economics of Christmas: A Season of Spending and Struggles Delve into the economic aspects of Christmas, discussing holiday spending, financial stress for low-income families, and the extravagant spending of the wealthy.

This focus of this lesson is identifying an article’s central idea. However, there are many more activities centered around the topic of AI such as Chat GPT. What’s included: Common Core Standards Teaching Guide Pre-reading Questions Identifying the Central Idea Guide Chat GPT Article Post-reading Cite Evidence Questions Central Idea Graphic Organizer Post-activity Reflection Questions Answer Keys

This easy-to-follow and ready-to-print resource guarantees students will master the skill of identifying a central idea and supporting details. What’s included Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Introduction to Central Idea Reading Central Idea Examples Identify the Central Idea Worksheet Supporting Details Reading & Examples 3 texts with central idea graphic organizers (1. The Mystery of the Bermuda Triangle, 2. The Fascination with Dinosaurs, 3. The Impact of Technology on Society) Rubric Sample Answers

This easy-to-follow guide will have students writing high-level argumentative essays. Each section of the essay is broken down into manageable portions including examples and sentence structures. What’s included: Teaching Guide Introduction to Argumentative Writing Document Introduction Writing Guide Body Paragraph Writing Guide Conclusion Writing Guide Essay Writing Tips 3 Sample Essays Rubric Essay Writing Topics

This activity is an ideal first week back activity, specifically for middle schoolers whom you will need to get to know. The poster is designed to give you plenty of information about their likes and preferences, which will help with future lesson planning and to build rapport.

This activity is the perfect way to introduce students to points of view in literature, culminating in a text analysis activity.

This Gary Soto mini biography is used as an introductory reading for our Gary Soto short story unit.