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

Discover how Albert Einstein used his scientific knowledge and persuasive skills to alert President Roosevelt about the urgent need for atomic research. This ready-to-print lesson plan delves into the historical context and key elements of the letter before leading to thought provoking discussions and an informative writing activity that inspires students to take a stand for issues they are passionate about. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Letter Context Einstein’s Letter to President Roosevelt SOAPS Analysis Worksheet Analysis Questions Discussion Questions Write a Letter to a Leader Activity Answers

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 resource is the perfect introduction to ethos, logos, and pathos. Students are gradually introduced to each type of persuasion before analyzing short texts, demonstrating persuasiveness through acting, and producing either a poster or an advertisement. What’s Included: Teaching Guide Common Core Standards Pre-Activity Worksheet Ethos Logos Pathos Introduction Ethos Logos Pathos Worksheet Advertisement Analysis Persuade Your Classmates Speaking Activity Poster/Advertisement Guides/Rubrics Answers

This easy-to-follow and comprehensive resource is guaranteed to have students writing high-level emails. All examples and prompts are tailored to real-life situations middle students may encounter. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Formal, Semi-Formal, and Informal Email Studies: Layout, Examples, Sentence Structures and Prompts Types of Eamils (Writing to Inform, Request Information, and Explain a Situation): Layout, Examples, Sentence Structures and Prompts Activity Worksheets Email Writing Checklist Quiz + Prompt Rubric 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 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

This ready-to-go lesson plan is the perfect way to review formal writing. Engaging tables highlight formal writing techniques that students use as a guide when completing numerous worksheets to practice. What’s included: Teaching Guide Formal Vs. Informal Writing Table Slang Vs. Formal/Technical Language Table Informal Language Vs. Formal Language Table Worksheets x 2 Letter/Analytical Essay/Research Paper Excerpts for Focused Practice

Analyzing characters is an invaluable skill for the ELA classroom. This lesson plan will enhance students writing and analytical skills. Students will complete engaging warm-up activities before writing high-level analysis essays. What’s included: Teaching Guide Common Core Standards Pre-Activity Questions Character Trading Card Activity Character Types + Matching Activity Character Analysis Essay Outline Paragraph Analysis Activity Sample Essay Rubric Answers

This easy-to-follow research paper guide assists students in crafting sophisticated research papers. Choose our space exploration theme or pick a topic of your own. What’s included: Teaching Guide Mindmap with Instructions (Space exploration theme or blank document to choose your own) Research Question Worksheet Research Paper Layout & Content Document Sentence Structure Document Writing Guide & Checklists Research Paper Example Reflection Survery Rubric Formal Writing Tips Credible Source Checklist Article: The Thrilling Journey of Space Exploration

This easy-to-use resource is designed to give students choice in order to increase engagement in personal narratives. It will appeal to the art lovers (comic creation), the music lovers (soundtrack to my life activity), and the language lovers (sensory experience activity). What’s Included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questins Comic Creation (Introduction, Worksheet, Example, Comic Panel Templates, Rubric) Soundtrack to My Life (Introduction, Worksheet, Example, Rubric) Sensory Experience (Introduction, Worksheet, Example, Rubric)