This lesson is designed to cover standard SL.6.2 (Interpret information presented in diverse media and formats…). Students will watch videos, view graphs, and listen to texts on the engaging topic of electric cars. They will complete worksheets, engage in discussions, and complete their own presentation focused on presenting information through different formats.
What’s Included:
Teaching Guide
Worksheets x 2
Video Links
Charts and Graphs
Texts
Topic Ideas
Instructions for ChartGo
Rubric
Students will reimagine classic fairytales with unique twists, practicing valuable narrative writing and public speaking skills. This comprehensive resource includes guides, worksheets, rubrics, games, and 16 classic fairytales!
What’s included:
Teaching Guide
Pre-Activity Games (Collaborative Stories & Impromptu Stories)
Fairytales for Public Speaking Guides x 3
Classic Fairytales x 16
Fairytales with a Twist (Guides, Worksheets, Examples, & Rubrics)
Reflection Questions
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.
You wouldn’t build a house without a solid foundation, sturdy walls, and a secure roof. Similarly, Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning (CER) are the foundation, walls, and roof of effective writing. Master this skill with our vibrant, engaging, and easy-to-follow lesson plan.
What’s included:
Introduction to CER
6 Mystery Texts
CER in an ELA Context
2 Short Fiction Texts
These four chilling informational texts are perfect for the Halloween season, offering a blend of history, mystery, and the supernatural to engage and captivate students.
1. The History of Halloween
Explore the ancient origins of Halloween, from the Celtic festival of Samhain to modern-day celebrations.
2. The Salem Witch Trials
Dive into the eerie events of 1692 in Salem, Massachusetts, where fear and superstition led to the tragic witch trials.
3. The Real-Life Annabelle Doll
Uncover the true story behind the infamous Annabelle doll.
4. The Amityville Horror
Investigate the legendary haunting of the Amityville house.
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
This comprehensive, engaging, and ready-to-print resource will ensure students master transitional words and phrases to add organization and formality to their writing.
What’s included:
Common Core Standards
Teaching Guide
Transitional Words & Phrases List
Gap-Fill Activity
Matching Activity
Punctuation Guide
Punctuation Worksheet
Transitional Challenge
Online Jeopardy Game
Answers
Teach students valuable lessons about giving and sacrifice with our engaging and ready-to-print lesson plan.
What’s Included:
Teaching Guide
Pre-Reading Questions
The Gift of the Magi Original Text
The Gift of the Magi Edited Text for Easier Understanding
Vocabulary Worksheet
Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz
Analysis Questions
The Magi Worksheet
Written Response Questions + Rubric
Text Vs Movie Comparison Worksheet
Paired Video Activity
Real-World Connection Questions
Extension Activities
Online Jeopardy Game
Answers + Common Core Standards
Our comprehensive and ready-to-print lesson plan is guaranteed to maximize student engagement when studying Evan Hunter’s thought-provoking short story, On the Sidewalk Bleeding.
What’s included:
Common Core Standards
Teaching Guide
Pre-Reading Activities
Vocabulary Worksheet
Text Analysis Questions
Angel Andy Dialogue Worksheet
Real World Connection Questions
Jeopardy
Extension Activities
Sample Answers
Dive into the challenges, triumphs and awkward moments of middle school with our engaging, comprehensive, and ready-to-print lesson plan for Gary Soto’s “Seventh Grade.”
What’s Included:
Teaching Guide
Active Reading Guide
Pre-Reading Questions
Vocabulary Worksheet
Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz
Character Analysis Worksheet
Plot Structure Worksheet
Analysis Questions
Written Response Questions + Rubric
Real-World Connection Questions
Extension Activities
Online Jeopardy Game
Answers + Common Core Standards
This ready-to-print resource will keep students engaged for a whole week! Activities ensure students practice an array of important ELA skills while also having fun with creative activities and thought-provoking discussions that will foster compassion and empathy.
What’s Included:
Teaching Guide
Pre-Reading Questions
Vocabulary Worksheet
Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz
Analysis Questions
Character Analysis Worksheet
Resolution Analysis Worksheet
Written Response Questions + Rubric
Understanding PTSD Reading
Real-World Connection Questions
Extension Activities
Answers + Common Core Standards
Explore the emotional depths of Sandra Cisneros’ ‘Eleven’ with our comprehensive, engaging, and ready-to-print lesson plan! Perfect for middle school students grappling with identity and self-expression.
What’s Included:
Teaching Guide
Pre-Reading Worksheet
Vocabulary List
Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz
Analysis Questions
Quote Analysis Worksheets
Written Response Questions + Rubric
The Psychology of Growing Up Paired Informational Text
Real-World Connection Questions
Extension Activities
Online Jeopardy Game
Answers
Roald Dahl has students on the edge of their seat throughout Man from the South. Maximise the classroom experience with our engaging and comprehensive lesson plan.
What’s included:
Teaching guide
Online literary elements review quiz
Pre-reading activities
Vocabulary activity
Post-reading (comprehension, literary elements, close reading, and real-world connection) questions
Character Comparison Worksheet
Craziest Bets Ever Made Reading
Written response question with rubric
Text vs. movie worksheet
Online jeopardy game
Answer keys to all of the above
This comprehensive and ready-to-print resource ensures students practice an array of important ELA skills while also having fun with creative activities and thought-provoking discussions.
What’s Included:
Teaching Guide
Active Reading Guide
Pre-Reading Questions
Vocabulary Worksheet
Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz
Analysis Questions
Symbolism Worksheet
Written Response Questions + Rubric
Ted Williams, The Homeless Man with the Golden Voice, Comparison
Real-World Connection Questions
Extension Activities
Online Jeopardy Game
Answers + Common Core Standards
This ready-to-print resource is brimming with activities that will truly engage students in McCaffrey’s fictional world of Pern, including a 7-page active reading guide, multiple worksheets, and an online jeopardy game.
What’s included:
Teaching Guide
Active Reading Guide
Pre-Reading Questions
Pern Dictionary
Pern Dragons List
Vocabulary Worksheet
Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz
Analysis Questions
Worksheets (Plot Structure, Character Analysis, Setting Analysis, & Conflict)
The Fascinating World of Dragons Informational Text
Written Response Questions + Rubric
Real-World Connection Questions
Extension Activities
Online Jeopardy Game
Answers
Gary Soto’s beautiful short story, The No-Guitar Blues, encourages students to think critically on the value of honesty and the pursuit of true happiness.
What’s Included:
Teaching Guide
Pre-Reading Questions
Vocabulary Worksheet
Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz
Analysis Questions
Conflict Analysis Worksheet
Written Response Questions + Rubric
Mexicans in America Reading
Real-World Connection Questions
Extension Activities
Online Jeopardy Game
Answers + Common Core Standards
This comprehensive and ready-to-print resource can keep students engaged for up to 2 weeks! Activities ensure students practice an array of important ELA skills while also having fun with online games, animations and discussions.
What’s Included:
Teaching Guide
Active Reading Guide
Pre-Reading Questions
Vocabulary Worksheet
Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz
Analysis Questions
Symbolism Worksheet
Epiphany Worksheet
Usain Bolt Animation Comparison Activity
Written Response Questions + Rubric
Real-World Connection Questions
Extension Activities
Online Jeopardy Game
Answers
Engage your class with William Sleator’s unsettling and suspenseful tale, The Elevator. This comprehensive lesson plan is ready-to-print and will keep students engaged for over a week!
What’s included:
Common Core Standards
Teaching Guide
Pre-Reading Worksheet
Vocabulary Worksheet
Analysis Questions
Symbolism Analysis Worksheet
Mood Analysis Worksheet
Written Response Questions with Rubric
Paired Informational Text
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