This personal narrative writing lesson plan is a perfect baseline writing activity. It’s ready to print and designed for easy implementation. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Prompts Writing Guide Pre-Writing Worksheet Peer Evaluation Form Sample Narrative

This lesson plan guides students through identifying similarities and differences between characters, enhancing their analytical and writing skills.

This ready-to-go resource is engaging, colorful, and will ensure students effectively utilize sensory language to take their writing to the next level. What’s included: Common Core Standards Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Sensory Word List Sensory Guessing Game Sensory Overload - Pictures (Oral description activity) From Taste to Text (Descriptive writing activity) Make Me Sick Challenge (Descriptive writing activity) Answers

This resource includes three engaging writing activities related to Christmas. Activities are designed to spark creativity and are accompanied by ready-to-print guides and rubrics so students can work effectively and independently. ❄ What’s included: Teaching Guide + Common Core Standards Christmas Short Story (Guide, Prompts, Rubric) Christmas Character Diary (Guide, Rubric) My Memorable Christmas Experience (Guide, Christmas Vocabulary, Rubric)

This easy-to-follow resource guarantees students mastery of plot structure. Tasks gradually increase in complexity as students work towards creating their own texts through engaging and structured activities. What’s included: Common Core Standards Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Plot Structure Introduction Fairytale Worksheet Organize the Story Worksheet Comic Strip Activity Plot Swap Activity Answer

Transitions between time frames and settings are crucial for guiding the reader smoothly through short stories. They help establish the context and maintain the flow of the narrative. Yet, more often than not, students tend to ignore these vital components of fictional writing. This free resource includes beautiful transitions for time frame and setting, as well as transitions to navigate along a narrative’s plot structure.

Do students need a creative spark for short story writing? Then, look no further! What’s included: 24 Picture Prompts Student Guide and Planning Worksheet to Organize Ideas Short Story Rubric Teaching Guide and Common Core Standards

Tim Urban’s TED talk is relatable, humorous, and engaging. Our ready-to-print lesson plan is designed to maximize students’ engagement and ensure they fully reflect on tactics to combat their own procrastination. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Worksheet Claims and Evidence Worksheet Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz Character Map Worksheet Self-Evaluation Worksheet Evidence Evaluation Checklist Answers

Students are sure to have plenty to say on this topic! Creative worksheets get students engaged in the topic before assigning each student a character to research and represent in the debate. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Eating Habits Survey School Menu Worksheet Debate Character Name Tags Character Research Perparation Worksheet Debate Sentence Structures Debate Format Debate Reflection Survey Post-Activity Questions Rubric

This resource includes three engaging writing activities related to Greek mythology. Activities are designed to spark creativity and are accompanied by ready-to-print guides, worksheets, examples, and rubrics so students can work effectively and independently. What’s included: Teaching Guide The Hero’s Journey (Guide, Poster, Example, Worksheets, Rubric) Modern Day Myth (Guide, Example, Worksheets, Rubric) Greek Mythology Newspaper (Guide, Example, Rubric)

Worksheet 1: Director’s Seat Students sit in the director’s seat as they decide who plays who and what changes they would make if directing the movie. Worksheet 2: Movie Students note changes between the text and movie versions as they watch. Worksheet 3: Bear Grylls Comparison Students watch a clip of Bear Grylls before comparing him to Brian and exploring their own views on eating animals and insects if stranded in the wilderness. Worksheet 4: Letter to the Director Students write a letter to Mark Griffiths, the movie’s director, sharing their thoughts and opinions.

Worksheet 1: Director’s Seat Students sit in the director’s seat as they decide who plays who and what changes they would make if directing the movie. Worksheet 2: Movie Students note changes between the text and movie versions as they watch. Worksheet 3: Letter to the Director Students write a letter to Francis Ford Coppola, the movie’s director, sharing their thoughts and opinions. Scavenger Hunt Students will be amazed to learn about the actors from the movie as they complete a scavenger hunt. Reading Read about the Curtis Brothers’ house from the movie which is now a museum dedicated to The Outsiders.

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

These three thought-provoking, multi-functional, informational texts are perfect to read alongside “Hatchet” and will illuminate many issues related to Brian’s fight to survive. Each article includes analysis questions covering numerous Common Core Informational Text Standards. They also include “Hatchet” connection questions and sample answers. **Text 1: The Real-Life Survival Story of Juliane Koepcke Text 2: Basic Wilderness Survival Skills Text 3: Exploring the Canadian Wilderness: Flora and Fauna**

These three thought-provoking, multi-functional, informational texts are designed to get students thinking about controversial real-world topics as well as to illuminate ethical issues in ‘The Outsiders’. Each article includes analysis questions covering numerous Common Core Informational Text Standards. They also include ‘The Outsiders’ connection questions and sample answers. Text 1: Bridging the Divide: Social Class in Silicon Valley This text explores the social and economic divide in Silicon Valley, covering the root causes and efforts to increase social equity. Text 2: Youth and Criminal Justice: The Case of Cyntoia Brown The text delves into the controversial life sentence given to 16-year-old Cyntoia Brown and the subsequent appeals for justice. Text 3: Unraveling the Impact: The Story of Los Angeles and the Crips This article briefly examines the history of the Crips as well as initiatives for change.

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

This ready-to-print lesson plan will engage students through thought-provoking discussions, worksheets, and games, covering relatable themes of childhood struggles, resilience, and appearance. What’s Included: Teaching Guide Pre-Reading Questions Vocabulary Worksheet Multiple Choice Comprehension Quiz Analysis Questions Jacket Analysis Worksheet Written Response Questions + Rubric Clothes and Self-Esteem Reading Real-World Connection Questions Extension Activities Online Jeopardy Game 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