When teaching narrative writing, students (like adults - and even some authors!) will overuse said when adding dialogue tags. 100 Synonyms for Said will help students use other descriptors, such as shrieked, gloated, or quipped. The best way to introduce 100 Synonyms for Said is to have student highlight ten words they feel comfortable using – then use them! Have students keep 100 Synonyms for Said in their notebooks for easy access. They will be sure to screeeeeeech with joy!!!

Used as a whole class instructional aid or in small group literature circles, the curriculum guide reinforces literacy and common core language arts standards and is highly recommended for reluctant readers. It is a student/teacher-friendly, hands-on classroom resource that includes the following items: • Introduction • Double Entry Journal • Discussion Questions • Literature Response Frame • Write Your Own Diary Entry • Word Search • Create a Bookmark • Character Analysis • Other Activities

<p>The Pretty Dolls Character Education Curriculum Guide is a hands on lesson packet that addresses thematic concepts of character education, anti-bullying, and Common Core Literacy standards. The student/teacher-friendly, hands-on Character Education Guide expressly designed for the primary grades, reinforces literacy through common core standards and includes the following: • Introduction • Kids’ Book Club Discussion Questions • Pretty Dolls Book Questions • Kindness/Respect Reflection Sheets • Draw a Scene • Reader’s Theater • Pretty Dolls Coloring Page</p>

Expressly designed for 4-12th graders, invent a character that can be used as a whole class instructional aide or in small group literature circles. The guide reinforces literacy and common core language arts standards and is highly recommended for reluctant readers. Invent a character that can be adapted to any short story or novel when teaching character analysis strategies. It is a student/teacher-friendly, hands-on classroom resource. <BR> Aligned with Common Core State Standards: W.4.3, W.5.3, W.6.3, W.7.3, W.8.3, W.9-10.3, W.11-12.3

The Pretty Dolls Anti-Bullying PowerPoint is a book and anti-bullying lesson all packed in one. Your students will be agog with this award-winning story that addresses Common Core Literacy Standards while teaching empathy in the classroom. PowerPoint includes recall and evaluation questions while promoting class discussion on respect for others. A perfect way to maximize your instruction by fostering character education while raising literacy scores. Aligned with Common Core State Standards: RL.K.2, RL.1.2, RL.2.2, RL.3.2

Kick off Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet with a comprehensive, student-friendly 35-slide PowerPoint that is guaranteed to pique students’ interest in this seminal classic. Slides include informative facts on Shakespeare, the Renaissance, the Globe Theater, character descriptions, quotations, theme, and captivating scenes from recent film adaptations. Presentation can last up to the entire unit as it includes engaging Common Core essays and writing activities.

Teaching similes and metaphors? Amp up the proficiency in your classroom with this comprehensive, instructional 39-slide PowerPoint. Common Core-aligned product addresses definitions, examples, and comprehension questions to assess understanding. Perfect for your figurative language or poetry unit. Easy for you - engaging for them!

Teaching the A-B-C’s of essay writing? This comprehensive, student-friendly 46-slide PowerPoint is all you need to yield the results you want. With a focus on the five paragraph essay, product addresses organizational patterns, transitional phrases, signal words, the hook, and proofreading checklist and tips. Includes an essay example, writing prompts, and a graphic organizer to use throughout the entire year. Your students will love this as much as you, as they take on the craft of writing like never before. Perfect for standardized writing prep and an effective foundation for high school, college, and beyond.

Teaching Poe’s “The Cask of Amontillado?” Kick off this suspenseful classic with a comprehensive, student-friendly 36-slide PowerPoint that is guaranteed to pique students’ interest. Slides include anticipatory questions, informative facts on Edgar Allan Poe, pre-reading vocabulary, themes, character descriptions, and engaging Common Core essays and writing activities.

Teaching Characterization? Turn your students into literary scholars with this comprehensive 34-slide Characterization PowerPoint. Common Core-aligned product addresses direct and indirect characterization and the character acronym S.T.E.A.L. (Speech, Thoughts, Effect on Others, Actions, and Looks). Includes characterization comprehension questions for a quick assessment. Easy for you - engaging for them!

Teaching Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven”? Assess your students’ comprehension level and access higher order thinking skills with the ready-to-use “The Raven” Final Exam (13 Pages). Product includes complete text, multiple choice, short answer, and a rigorous five-paragraph essay on the author’s style of suspense, which can be included or not based on the level of your students. Common Core aligned and perfect for substitutes! Answer key included.

Teaching sequencing as a literacy skill and reading comprehension strategy? Hold your students accountable with the (30) question Sequencing Assessment Test that simulates questions students will see on standardized tests. This Common Core-aligned assessment will let you know in no time who is advanced, proficient, basic, and below basic in this important ELA skill. Multiple choice questions simulate those found on actual standardized tests. Product can be used for common assessments throughout your team or department and is super sub-friendly. Keep them learning - even when you’re not there!

Teaching sequencing in reading and writing? This is a literacy skill often addressed on standardized tests. Make sure your students are test-ready with (30) Sequencing Task Cards that can be analyzed in pairs, groups, literacy centers, or whole class instruction. Answer key included. Task cards are a fun, effective instructional tool and alternative to boring worksheets! Perfect for ELA test prep that’s easy for you - engaging for them! Bonus: Go green! Laminated task cards can be used year after year. My task cards are ready to use; no gluing required!

Teaching sequencing in reading and writing? This is a literacy skill often addressed on standardized tests. Make sure your students are test-ready with this comprehensive, interactive 35-slide Sequencing PowerPoint that includes sequencing signal words, examples, multiple checks for understanding, and a sequencing writing opportunity for a complete lesson. Easy for you - engaging for them!

Teaching George Orwell’s Animal Farm? Assess your students’ comprehension level and access higher order thinking skills with the Animal Farm Close Reading Assessment Test. Close-read questions include (30) multiple choice addressing comprehension, key ideas, craft and structure, literary elements, and (3) short constructed response writing questions. Common Core aligned. Answer key included. Perfect for ready-to-go sub plans, close read practice, or semester exam.

Teaching Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven”? Elevate your class with an amazing Raven Gallery Walk, a best practice strategy that includes reading, writing, speaking, and listening components. This 16-page ready-to-go lesson incorporates everything you need, including Gallery Walk Guidelines, (12) Eye-Catching Gallery Walk Posters with significant quotations, Note Catcher, and a comprehensive answer key for a formative/summative assessment. Perfect for a top-notch evaluation or ready-to-go sub plans! Common Core-aligned. Seven Benefits of the Gallery Walk: Gallery Walks enhance critical thinking and collaboration. Gallery Walks improve speaking and listening skills. Gallery Walks increase student engagement and motivation. Gallery Walks enhance reading comprehension Gallery Walks encourage diverse perspectives and cultivate empathy. Gallery Walks build confidence and hone communication skills.

Teaching Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol? Elevate your class with an amazing A Christmas Carol Gallery Walk, a best practice strategy that includes reading, writing, speaking, and listening components. This 16-page ready-to-go lesson incorporates everything you need, including Gallery Walk Guidelines, (12) Eye-Catching Gallery Walk Posters with significant quotations, Note Catcher, and a comprehensive answer key for a formative/summative assessment. Perfect for a top-notch evaluation or ready-to-go sub plans! Common Core-aligned. Seven Benefits of the Gallery Walk: Gallery Walks enhance critical thinking and collaboration. Gallery Walks improve speaking and listening skills. Gallery Walks increase student engagement and motivation. Gallery Walks enhance reading comprehension Gallery Walks encourage diverse perspectives and cultivate empathy. Gallery Walks build confidence and hone communication skills.

Teaching Edgar Allan Poe’s “Annabel Lee”? Elevate your class with an amazing Annabel Lee Gallery Walk, a best practice strategy that includes reading, writing, speaking, and listening components. This 15-page ready-to-go lesson incorporates everything you need, including Gallery Walk Guidelines, (10) Eye-Catching Gallery Walk Posters with significant quotations, Note Catcher, and a comprehensive answer key for a formative/summative assessment. Perfect for a top-notch evaluation or ready-to-go sub plans! Common Core-aligned. Seven Benefits of the Gallery Walk: Gallery Walks enhance critical thinking and collaboration. Gallery Walks improve speaking and listening skills. Gallery Walks increase student engagement and motivation. Gallery Walks enhance reading comprehension Gallery Walks encourage diverse perspectives and cultivate empathy. Gallery Walks build confidence and hone communication skills.