Take a fresh approach to teaching Robert Frost’s timeless classic, Nothing Gold Can Stay, by comparing it to Twenty One Pilot’s hit single Stressed Out. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-reading Questions Nothing Gold Can Stay Poem Analysis Questions Song Analysis Questions Poem & Song Comparison Questions Author Biographies Extension Activities Sample Answers

Take advantage of the beautiful figurative language and profound messages of never giving up on your dreams in both poems with this engaging lesson plan. What’s included: Teaching Guide Figurative Language Matching Activity Analyzing Figurative Language Tips The Power of Figurative Language Reading The Rose that Grew from Concrete Analysis Questions Personification Focus Harlem Analysis Questions Simile Focus Theme Similarities Compare and Contrast Response Reflection Questions Answers

Explore the profound yet simple expression of gratitude between a child and a parent through worksheets, analysis, thought-provoking discussions, and creative writing activities. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions What is a Lanyard? Document Vocabulary Analysis Questions Poem Message Worksheet Poetry Writing Worksheet Poetry Writing Space Rubric Real-World Connection Questions Answers + Common Core Standards

This lesson plan is designed to get students thinking about their self worth through worksheets, thought-provoking discussions, and analyzing the theme and metaphors in Douglas Malloch’s beautiful poem Be the Best of Whatever You Are. The speech comparison and quote activities further enhance students’ self value. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Worksheet Vocabulary List Poem Analysis Questions Metaphor Analysis Worksheet Obvious to You. Amazing to Others Speech Comparison Self Worth Quotes Worksheet Answers & Common Core Standards

Make poetry relatable and engaging for students with this ready-to-print lesson plan. What’s included Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Sticky Note Apology Activity Poetic Device Matching Activity Poetic Device Identification Activity Analysis Questions Poetry Writing Worksheet Poem Writing Space Rubric Answers

Students will reflect on their own transition from childhood to adolescence through thought-provoking discussions and engaging worksheets. They will also learn the importance of cherishing each stage of life by comparing the poem with the engaging short film ‘A Single Life.’ What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Analysis Questions Imagery Analysis Worksheet Figurative Analysis Worksheet A Single Life Comparison Worksheet Real-World Connection Questions Answers + Common Core Standards

Inspire students to believe in themselves and push themselves beyond their perceived limits with this ready-to-print, engaging, and comprehensive lesson plan. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Poetic Device Matching Activity Vocabulary Poem Analysis Questions Poetic Device Hunt Eliud Kipchoge Pared Informational Text Zion Clark Paired Video Real-World Connection Questions My Inspiration Extension Activity Answers

This comprehensive and ready-to-print lesson maximizes student engagement and learning through a variety of pre- and post-reading activities. What’s included: Teaching Guide + Common Core Standards Pre-Activity Questions Yukon Gold Rush Reading Glossary + Poetic Devices Poem Multiple Choice Comprehension Questions Analysis Questions Online Jeopardy Game Extension Activities Answers

William Wordsworth’s beautiful poem transcends time and cultures. Our ready-to-print lesson plan is packed with engaging activities that will keep students busy for the whole week. Apart from analyzing the poem with an in depth look at personification, students will make connections with a Ted Talk and an informational text that may inspire students to put down their devices and immerse themselves in precious moments. Students will also engage in thought provoking discussions and complete a creative writing activity reflecting on their own experiences with nature. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Worksheet Vocabulary I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud Poem Analysis Questions Personification Worksheet ‘Living in the Moment: The Impact of Recording Versus Experiencing’ Pared Informational Text Ted Talk Connection Activity Creative Writing Activity Real-World Connection Questions Answers + Common Core Standards

Engage students with this ready-to-print lesson plan on Kobe Bryant’s poem Dear Basketball. Students will analyze the accompanying Oscar winning short film as well as explore their own passions. What’s included Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Poetic Device Matching Activity Poetic Device Identification Activity Poem Analysis Questions Short Film Analysis Questions Poetry Writing Guide Poetry Writing Worksheet Poem Writing Space Rubric Answers

As the name suggests, this is the perfect poem to introduce a poetry unit. Students can talk freely about their true feelings about poetry and worksheets guide students in viewing the art of reading a poem through Collins’ perspective. What’s included: Common Core Standards Teaching Guide Pre-Reading Questions Metaphor Analysis Worksheet Analysis Questions Poetry Writing Worksheet Poetry Writing Space Rubric Answers

This Gary Soto mini biography is used as an introductory reading for our Gary Soto short story unit.

Explore Tim Burton’s creepy animation ‘Vincent’ as well as Vincent Price’s terrifying excerpt from Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ in our ELA lesson plan. Students build towards creating and performing their own spoken word poem. What’s included: Teaching Guide Pre-Activity Questions Poem Analysis Questions About the Author Vincent Price Thriller Excerpt Excerpt Analysis Scary Spoken Word Poem Guide Spoken Word Rubric Answer Keys

Dive into the world of horror storytelling through engaging games, scary sensory word lists, and monster and eerie settings creation - topped off with a guided rubric for their spine-tingling tales. What’s included: Teaching Guide Warm Up Games Scary Sensory Word List Monster Origin Reading Create a Monster Guide Design a Scary Setting Guide Rubric

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.

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**

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.

This comprehensive resource is ready-to-print and will keep students engaged for up to two months! What’s included: **- Pre-reading: **Students learn about the author and complete a survey to engage with themes they will encounter. They will also research the Canadian wilderness and complete a survival in the wild activity. **- Worksheets: **Five worksheets (covering four chapters each) are perfect to keep students engaged and on track during independent reading. They include self-connection, comprehension, and prediction questions, as well as vocabulary and graphic activities. **- Discussion Questions: **Five sets of discussion questions allow the class to expand understanding and make real-world connections. - Written Response Questions: Practice analytical writing skills with essay questions. **- Jeopardy: **Have fun reviewing the novel with an online jeopardy game. **- Plot Structure: **Students organize the story’s plot using a graphic organizer. - Extension Activities: Students get creative and have fun after novel completion. Activities range from creating playlists or artwork to writing a sequel or acting out scenes.

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.