Get ready to unleash your inner ghoul with our Halloween Lesson Bundle! Dive into the spooky world of poems, spoken word, short stories, games, creative writing, and real-life stories such as the Salem witch trial, all infused with a hair-raising Halloween twist. With this bundle, teachers can craft a Halloween-themed week or even an entire month of eerie and imaginative learning experiences.

This ready-to-print and engaging bundle will ensure you did not neglect valuable speaking and listening skills in the ELA classroom. **What’s included: Dogs vs. Cats Debate** Get ready for a fiery debate as the ultimate question is asked: which are the better pets, dogs or cats? This resource is packed with engaging material for students to prepare for the debate. 2. Inside the Mind of a Procrastinator - TED Talk Tim Urban’s TED talk is relatable, humorous, and engaging. Our worksheets are designed to maximize students’ engagement and ensure they fully reflect on tactics to combat their own procrastination. 3. Should Schools Only Serve Healthy Food? Debate Students are sure to have plenty to say on this topic! Students complete engaging worksheets and research a character for the debate. 4. Should Students Use Chat GPT? Debate Students are guided through the complete debate process from preparation to reflection. It also includes a fun meme activity. 5. Public Speaking This lesson plan will transform students’ nerves of speaking in public into confidence! 6. Public Speaking with Storytelling - Fairytales with a Twist Students will reimagine classic fairytales with unique twists, practicing valuable narrative writing and public speaking skills. 7. Analyzing Information Through Different Formats Students will watch videos, view graphs, and listen to texts on the engaging topic of electric cars.

Maximize learning, engagement, and the spirit of Christmas in the English classroom with our comprehensive Christmas bundle. What’s included: The Gift of the Magi Teach students valuable lessons about giving and sacrifice with our engaging and ready-to-print lesson plan. Christmas Informational Texts Teach students about unusual traditions, the art of giving, as well as the financial and environmental impacts of the festive season. Christmas Creative Writing Activities Students write festive short stories, Christmas character diaries, or personal Christmas experiences to foster creativity as well as Christmas excitement.

These 10 carefully selected short stories are perfect for 6th-grade students, offering relatable and engaging content. Each lesson plan is comprehensive and ready to print, making them an excellent addition to your teaching resources. Short Stories: Raymond’s Run by Toni Cade Bambara Man from the South by Roald Dahl The Smallest Dragonboy by Anne McCaffrey The Treasure of Lemon Brown by Walter Dean Myers On the Sidewalk Bleeding by Evan Hunter Eleven by Sandra Cisneros The Elevator by William Sleator Stop the Sun by Gary Paulsen The Gift of the Magi by O. Henry Seventh Grade by Gary Soto The Jacket by Gary Soto The No-Guitar Blues by Gary Soto Gary Soto Mini Biography and Analysis Worksheets All lesson plans include (+ much more!): Teaching Guides Pre-Reading Activities Vocabulary Worksheets Post-reading Questions (Multiple Choice, Comprehension, Close Reading, and Real-World Connection) Worksheets Written Response Essay Questions + Rubrics Fun Extension Activities Online Jeopardy Games Informational Texts Answers + Common Core Standards