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Writing Activities
Encourage your students to express themselves with a variety of writing activities designed to enhance creativity and skill. This collection includes prompts, storytelling exercises, and collaborative writing projects. By incorporating these resources into your curriculum, you can help students develop their writing abilities and find joy in the process of creating written works.
Night over the Forest Journal Pack
ELA, Writing, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
Night over the Forest Journal Pack This resource provides an immersive, imaginative way for students to express their knowledge and creativity. Ideal for various subjects this versatile tool adds depth while also facilitating transition into science-related topics. Journal Pack Includes: An artfully designed background page of a night sky spread over a tranquil pine forest. Elements Infographics of phases of the moon, stars, nocturnal creatures and more—all meticulously illustrated. These components together help in creating interactive journal pages that children will truly treasure. Versatility: This resource can be tailored to several different learning activities or goals. In Large Group Lessons: Possible discussions about nature —specifically nocturnal animals—or space exploration concepts such as star systems or lunar phases. In Smaller Groups Or One-On-One Sessions: Suitable as starting point for creative writing exercises steeped in imaginary forest adventures. Rewarding homework assignments supplementing book studies and nature observation can also be supported with visuals from this pack. Aditional Perks: The exquisitely drawn elements besides being used in journals can accentuate classroom displays by providing visually appealing informative details subtly captured in each illustration. Packaging and Application: Your digital download file is delivered in PNG format sized perfectly for A4 paper—which makes printing easy right off the bat! The Night over the Forest Journal Pack created with varied reading levels in mind (Kindergarten through Grade 5) aligns well with teachers' need for instructional tools that are flexible without compromising on enhancing student engagement.
Author Fiddleticks Education
Tags Night Sky, Pine Forest, Immersive Learning, Creative Writing, Nature Exploration
Alphabet Cursive Tracing - Alphabet Tracing Activity
ELA, Writing, Handwriting, Language Development, Spelling, ESL, Kindergarten, Preschool, Infant, Toddler, Grade 1, Activities, Centers, Assessments, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans, Worksheets & Printables
Help your students master the art of elegant writing with these Alphabet Cursive Tracing Worksheets ! Featuring 26 engaging pages (one for each letter, of course), this resource is the ultimate handwriting bootcamp. From practicing swooping uppercase letters to those dainty lowercase curls, your students will feel like cursive royalty in no time. Ways to Use Daily Handwriting Practice : Perfect for a structured lesson or quick practice session. Morning Work : An excellent way to settle students into a focused mindset. Homework Assignment : Send home the swirls and curls for extra reinforcement. Fine Motor Fun : Great for improving hand-eye coordination and pencil control. Letter-of-the-Week Activities : Pair each worksheet with themed activities to dive deeper into each letter. Advantages Boosts Confidence : Watch students beam with pride as their cursive improves day by day. Skill-Building : Develops fine motor skills, penmanship, and concentration. No Prep Needed : Print and go—it’s teacher (and time) friendly! Elegant Foundation : Sets students up for beautiful handwriting and a timeless life skill. These worksheets turn cursive into a creative and satisfying journey for young learners—because who doesn’t want to write their name like it belongs on a fancy invitation?
Author Ponder Palette Plazza
Tags Alphabet, Alphabet Tracing, Tracing, Tracing Activity, Cursive Alphabet, Cursive Tracing, Tracing Worksheets, Alphabet Tracing Worksheets, Letters Tracing
Letter A Song (Animated Music Video)
ELA, Writing, Language Development, Phonics, Handwriting, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Songs, Activities
This product is great for teachers who are looking for a fun and interactive way to teach the letter A sound, both uppercase and lowercase letter a, vocabulary words with the letter a sound, and letter A handwriting practice.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Alphabet, Phonics
Letter C Song (Animated Music Video)
ELA, Writing, Language Development, Phonics, Handwriting, Vocabulary, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Songs, Activities
This product is the Letter C Song. It will help teachers teach the Letter C Sound, Uppercase and Lowercase Letter C, Vocabulary words with the C sound, and Letter C handwriting practice. This is a great resource for teachers who want to help their students learn the Letter C.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Alphabet, Phonics
Daily Discoveries for JULY: Thematic Learning Activities for EVERY DAY
Holiday & Seasonal, Writing, Preschool, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Activities
Presenting: Daily Discoveries for JULY: Thematic Learning Activities for EVERY DAY The Daily Discoveries series provides a unique and creative way to incorporate daily celebrations into your curriculum . Suitable for Kindergarten through Grade 5 , this teaching resource turns every day into an exciting adventure through the celebration of interesting events like Picnic Day, Treasure Island Day or Beatrix Potter's Birthday. This July edition allows teachers to invigorate their standard lessons with thematic content associated with various intriguing events observed throughout the month of July. Included in This Book: A total of 192 ready-to-print pages. All materials are conveniently available in PDF format. Easily integrated into any teaching plan, suitable for whole group instruction, small group activities or homework assignments. This versatile resource gives educators boundless opportunities to impart knowledge across a range of diverse topics. Cross-Curricular Connection: These thematic activities correspond with different subject areas: Language arts, Writing, Social studies, Math science and health. This encourages multidisciplinary learning and aids students in making connections between different areas of study. Fitness and art-related activities spark interest among students while also promoting kinesthetic involvement – definitely a bonus point! Historical Element: Coupling historical events such as Pioneer Day or Man on the Moon Day with music or drama lets students appreciate pivotal moments from our past while understanding their significance. In conclusion, the Daily Discoveries for JULY: Thematic Learning Activities for EVERY DAY is an engaging platform that takes learning up a notch, transformed into a celebration, every day! Its comprehensive coverage across grades K-5 and its variety ensures there's something enjoyable for everyone. It stands proud as an exceptional educational journey crafted with the highest of school standards and student engagement in mind.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Thematic Learning, Thematic Units, Learning, Discoveries
Love to Write!: Activities to Sharpen Creative Writing Skills
ELA, Writing, Grade 3, 4, 5, 6, Activities
The Love to Write!: Activities to Sharpen Creative Writing Skills Teaching Resource This resource is a treasure trove for educators aiming to stimulate creativity and critical thinking within their 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grade students. This tool is primarily for Language Arts subject matter. Easy-to-Follow Format Love to Write! introduces various exercises with a clear, straightforward structure. The activities aim at developing valuable skills such as: The use of similes and metaphors Exploring different poetic forms like haiku and limericks Incorporating non-traditional elements like letters and editorials into writing exercises. Versatility in Educational Settings Giving importance to the fact that not all classrooms function the same way, Love to Write! can be applied either as whole group instruction or given out as small group work tasks. What Makes It Stand Out? Creative writing should encompass more than just teaching students how essays or stories should be written. Understanding this requirement: A comprehensive Teacher Notes section is included providing additional literary references. Vocabulary enhancements are provided, ensuring well-rounded writers get created from these activities . Digital Compatibility To ensure ease of use even outside of classroom situations: [COMING IN BOLD]Love To Write! : Activities To Sharpen Creative Writing Skills is available as a PDF file. This guarantees compatibility with most digital devices: desktop computers, laptops or tablets etc... Specially designed by experienced education professionals for real classroom situations , Love To Write! guarantees students will enjoy the creative writing learning process while also sharpening their essential skills.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
Letter K Song (Animated Music Video)
ELA, Writing, Language Development, Phonics, Handwriting, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Songs, Activities
This product is the Letter K Song. It is a great resource for teaching the Letter K Sound, uppercase and lowercase Letter K, vocabulary words with the Letter K sound, and Letter K handwriting practice. This product is perfect for any teacher who wants to help their students learn the letter K and improve their literacy skills.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Alphabet, Phonics, Vowels
Word Study and Vocabulary Strategies Guided Reading Lesson Plans
ELA, Reading, Writing, Elementary, Activities, Teacher Tools, Games, Projects, Assessments, Lesson Plans, Quizzes and Tests, Rubrics
Introduce or review (test prep!) your students’ word comprehension skills with this engaging 10-day mini-unit designed to make vocabulary learning interactive and effective! Perfect for upper elementary or middle school classrooms, this resource dives into Greek and Latin roots , word work strategies , guided reading and word comprehension through a variety of vocabulary activities and vocabulary games. What’s Included: Daily Lessons & Word Work: Explore prefixes, suffixes, Greek and Latin root words, dictionary and thesaurus skills, context clues, analogies, homophones, homonyms, homographs, synonyms, and antonyms through fun, hands-on activities, interactive notes, and creative projects. Vocabulary Activities & Games: Engage students with word work strategies like flashcards, sentence strip tasks, word art, creative writing and class sharing to reinforce understanding. Work Designed for Fun: Assignments (either classwork or homework) such as the “Make Your Own Word” Flip Book and creative writing tasks keep students motivated while reinforcing key concepts. Cumulative Test: Conclude the unit with a comprehensive Greek and Latin Roots Test (Day 11), complete with an answer key for easy grading or choose from different word part projects that include rubrics for assessment. Flexible Lesson Options: Expand the Unit: Add more practice, vocabulary games, or activities to focus on specific Greek and Latin roots or word comprehension strategies. Shorten the Unit: Focus only on Greek and Latin root words for a streamlined approach. Why Teachers Love It: Interactive & Fun: From word work activities to group study games, students will love the variety of vocabulary strategies and tools included. Adaptable for Every Classroom: Flexible design makes it easy to fit your schedule. Homework tasks can also double as in-class or center work for classrooms with limited homework policies. Prep Made Simple: Print-and-go packets, curated video resources, and minimal setup required! Teacher Prep Checklist: Print the “A Study of Words” packet for each student. Gather materials like sentence strips, index cards, and any required tech tools. Preview videos and websites from the Day-by-Day Plan . With this word work and vocabulary strategies mini-unit , you’ll empower students to unlock the meaning of words, improve their comprehension, and build essential vocabulary skills through fun and interactive word work strategies. Watch their confidence grow as they master etymology and the wonderful world of words!
Author Kel's Klass
Tags Greek And Latin Roots, Word Work, Homonyms, Homophones, Homographs, Synonyms, Antonyms, Analogies, Content Clues, Guided Reading Lesson Plans
Writing Activities for Park Lane School Presents The Wizard of Oz (6-10 years)
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 1, 2, 3, 4, Activities
Product Title: Writing Activities for Park Lane School Presents The Wizard of Oz (6-10 years) A comprehensive, digital resource designed to develop creative writing skills in children aged between 6-10 years old. Using the engaging narrative of Park Lane School's presentation of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, this interactive toolkit provides opportunities for reflection, self-expression and deeper understanding. About the Story: The story centers around Sam, a student who longs to shine on stage. However, due to his audition jitters, he ends up working behind the scenes. As we explore different emotions such as enthusiasm, disappointment and nervousness students connect with these feelings creating opportunity for personal reflection. Versatile Classroom Application: Crafted by an elementary school teacher. The resource can be implemented as part of group activities enabling student interaction through discussions and feedback. It could also serve as takeaway assignment encouraging individual introspection at home. Park Lane School Presents...The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz: Writing Activity Resource Content: This package contains a total of 45 pages flooded with thought provoking questions and stimulating write-up tasks rooted in our very storyline. Children are supported not only expressing their own experiences but imagining what others might think or feel connecting on an emotional aspect which indirectly stimulates emotional cognizance alongside bettering their arts faculty. This is a shareable digital tool compatible across platforms like Google Classroom that proffers flexibility making it value-addition whether you are: a public school teacher seeking high-quality materials a homeschooler looking for viable creative writing exercises or drills. Inclusive Features: Also inclusive of coloring pictures that add an adventurous element, enriching the creative exploration process. Grade and Subject Area: The resource is suitable for students in Grade 1-4 under the language arts subject area. An ideal addition to influencing your student's communication potentials filled with relatable content through exploring Sam's heartfelt journey.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Creative Writing, Emotional Awareness, Storytelling, Interactive Activities, Literature
Letter Z Song (Animated Music Video)
ELA, Writing, Language Development, Phonics, Handwriting, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Songs, Activities
This product is the Letter Z Song which can help teach the Letter Z Sound, uppercase and lowercase Letter Z, vocabulary words with the Letter Z sound, and Letter Z handwriting practice. This could be a great resource for other teachers who are looking for ways to help their students learn the letter Z and all of its functions.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Alphabet, Phonics, Vowels
Letter T Song (Animated Music Video)
ELA, Writing, Language Development, Phonics, Handwriting, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Songs, Activities
This product is the Letter T Song which teaches the sound of the letter T, both uppercase and lowercase, vocabulary words that use the sound of the letter T, and handwriting practice for the letter T. This product can help teachers with teaching their students the letter T and all of its uses.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Alphabet, Phonics, Vowels
Letter R Phonics and Writing Centers with Real Photographs
ELA, Writing, Handwriting, Language Development, Phonics, Kindergarten, Preschool, Centers, Activities
This letter R beginning sounds and handwriting activity includes real photographs to practice learning to recognize, write and identify the sound of the letter R. Each picture has bold colors and includes easily recognized pictures. Each activity can be used in a literacy center for students to practice letter recognition. What is Included: There is an instructional page with printing instructions. There are letter R posters with various letter R words. There are handwriting task cards that allow students to practice writing the letter R as well as words that begin with the letter R. There are beginning sound clip cards that allow students to practice clipping the images that begin with the letter R. There is a sorting activity where you sort pictures that begins with R from words that do not begin with R. The letter R sorting cards that can also be used to play memory, matching, or concentration games. These cards can also be used during a lesson in a pocket chart as well as for a center display. When to Use: All of the activities make great literacy centers, by placing each set of activities in the center and letting students complete activities alone or with a partner. These activities make great morning tub activities. Just place these activities in morning bins for students to complete as their classmates arrive to class. Skills Assessed: These activities assess letter recognition skills, beginning sounds, handwriting, and sorting skills. Each activity in this set is low prep. Each activity just needs to be printed out, cut apart, and laminated if desired. When you laminate the writing cards, you can create a writing center activity that is reusable is you add dry erase markers. The handwriting cards and beginning sound clip cards can be turned into task box activities.
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Phonics, Writing Centers, Real Photographs, Early Literacy, Letter R
Letter Q Song (Animated Music Video)
ELA, Writing, Language Development, Phonics, Handwriting, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Songs, Activities
This product is the Letter Q Song. It is a great resource for teaching the Letter Q Sound, uppercase and lowercase Letter Q, vocabulary words with the Letter Q sound, and Letter Q handwriting practice. This product is perfect for teachers who want to help their students learn the letter Q.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Alphabet, Phonics, Vowels
Letter K Phonics and Writing Centers with Real Photographs
ELA, Writing, Handwriting, Language Development, Phonics, Kindergarten, Preschool, Centers, Activities
This letter K beginning sounds and handwriting activity includes real photographs to practice learning to recognize, write and identify the sound of the letter K. Each picture has bold colors and includes easily recognized pictures. Each activity can be used in a literacy center for students to practice letter recognition. What is Included: There is an instructional page with printing instructions. There are letter K posters with various letter K words. There are handwriting task cards that allow students to practice writing the letter K as well as words that begin with the letter K. There are beginning sound clip cards that allow students to practice clipping the images that begin with the letter K. There is a sorting activity where you sort pictures that begins with K from words that do not begin with K. The letter K sorting cards that can also be used to play memory, matching, or concentration games. These cards can also be used during a lesson in a pocket chart as well as for a center display. When to Use: All of the activities make great literacy centers, by placing each set of activities in the center and letting students complete activities alone or with a partner. These activities make great morning tub activities. Just place these activities in morning bins for students to complete as their classmates arrive to class. Skills Assessed: These activities assess letter recognition skills, beginning sounds, handwriting, and sorting skills. Each activity in this set is low prep. Each activity just needs to be printed out, cut apart, and laminated if desired. When you laminate the writing cards, you can create a writing center activity that is reusable is you add dry erase markers. The handwriting cards and beginning sound clip cards can be turned into task box activities.
Author The Connett Connection
Tags Phonics, Writing Centers, Real Photographs, Early Literacy, Letter K
How to Wash a Car | Writing and Sequencing Activity
ELA, Writing, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
Teaching Resource: How to Wash a Car | Writing and Sequencing Activity | Informational or Expository Writing This teaching resource positions educators with an engaging method of incorporating practical life skills into language arts. Using various printables, worksheets, and writing prompts, it fosters a compelling writing experience for students. Practice sequencing actions and language expression : Set up an imaginary car wash station and help students visualize the steps involved in washing a car for themselves. Differentiation opportunities: Use this package for whole group instruction or small group work; varying degrees of complexity allow it to be easily adapted based on your learners' abilities. Suitable for early education grades: :Whether you're teaching preschool children or first graders; this resource helps build writing confidence progressively. This practical toolset includes: Anchor charts detailing 'How-to Writing' Editional transition words catered to early writers Vibrant sequencing cards which can be customized (both with words & without) Worksheets focusing on items needed when washing cars >/> < Overall , this activity proves as a fun educational distraction, also imparting valuable life lessons about expository writing and task execution instruction. Use this activity pack to teach both important life skills and sequencing through reading and writing!
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Car Washing, Sequencing Activity, Expository Writing, Practical Life Skills, Writing Instructions
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Sylvia Plath
ELA, Literature, Poetry, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently explore and write about the life of poet Sylvia Plath, the writer of The Bell Jar and several iconic collections of poetry, with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Sylvia Plath fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Sylvia Plath essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Sylvia Plath biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Sylvia Plath notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Rubric, Research, Notetaking, Outlining
Research & Writing: Activities That Explore Family History
ELA, Writing, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Activities
Research & Writing: Activities That Explore Family History A comprehensive teaching resource designed for educators striving to make learning more engaging . This curriculum tool offers intricate research and writing activities aimed at exploring family history, catering mainly to Grade 5 through Grade 9 levels. What's Inside? The journey of discovery into a student's familial past involves various practical resources: Family records. The internet. Religious archives. Diaries and journals. Census records, wills, and photographs amongst others. Mission Behind these Activities? This interactive exploration process is good at conjuring a sense of fascination within students which fosters a deeper appreciation for Language Arts. It's designed in such a way that teaches students the art of communication through storytelling while they focus on utilizing their creative writing skills to articulate the stories behind their families' past with compelling narratives beautifully compiled during this research process. Ease of Use This valuable teaching tool comes as a single PDF-format file streamlining ease of use for busy educators making it versatile enough for use during whole group sessions or even one-on-one tutoring sessions based on educator's assessment of each student's learning style. Homeschooling Parents Note: "This resource could effectively serve as aid in lesson plans catering specifically to academic requirements around Language Arts; whilst instilling an interest in family history." An Innovative Approach! "What makes Research & Writing: Activities That Explore Family History remarkable is its innovative approach; integrating fascinations stemming from researching one’s own lineage into formative educational practices." Transforming learning into an engaging and fun process enhances writing abilities while at the same time makes academic endeavours significantly more student-centric, interactive and no doubt enjoyable.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags PDF
How to Wrap a Gift | Writing and Sequencing Activity
ELA, Writing, Grade 1, 2, 3, Activities
How to Wrap a Gift | Writing and Sequencing Activity | Informational or Expository Writing This innovative resource provides an excellent solution for educators seeking to introduce their young learners to the world of sequential writing. Based on wrapping a gift , this activity inspires both creativity and critical thinking among students. What's Included? 40 pages of ready-to-print material, ideal for early learners, from preschool up to grade 3. Inclusive exercises : printables, worksheets, and stimulating writing prompts. An easily integrated resource , these activities culminate into a fun-filled writing session brimming with possibilities for detailed coloring works. Two levels of editing checklists , which are fantastic tools in improving pupils' evaluating abilities while also ensuring high-quality outputs. We've also provided "Transition words" anchor charts, aiding your students in crafting well-structured and sequentially ordered sentences. This resource contains an easy-reference "How-to" Writing chart to guide your young writers when creating their compositions. In order to help visually illustrate concepts, we have included 8 color-sequencing cards (with or without enunciative words) along with cut-out black-and-white versions. A handy "What you need?", worksheet template is available designed to guide students toward the sequential steps involved in gift-wrapping. Catering Different Learning Styles: We offer full-page booklets that come complete with pictures ready for coloring. Students can then express sequences creatively in written form across each page's primary lines. We've also included half-page booklet alternatives and various other types of enjoyable prompts to engage pupils of varying proficiency levels. This practical lesson plan promotes in-class or home-based learning, encourages hands-on approaches, and serves varying group sizes effectively. Extra Resources: The How to Wrap a Gift package also includes an envelope template that students can use for the compilation of all resulting sequence cards for future referencing or reuse - a true asset to any teacher's toolkit!
Author Simply Schoolgirl
Tags Gift Wrapping, Sequential Writing, Informational Writing, Writing Prompts, Hands-on Learning
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: George Orwell
ELA, Literature, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Few authors have kept readers engaged and thinking about current events for a longer period of time than George Orwell. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the life the author of 1984 and Animal Farm with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from George Orwell fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A George Orwell essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A George Orwell biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their George Orwell notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Rubric, Notetaking, Oulining
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Dwight D. Eisenhower
Social Studies, ELA, History, History: USA, Writing, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
How often does an American leader get described as both a great general and a great president? Perhaps only Dwight D. Eisenhower. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the World War II general and 34th president, with this engaging research planner and essay assignment. This carefully scaffolded and easy-to-assign-AND-assess resource has been designed to guide student learning from Dwight D. Eisenhower fact-collection to the careful development of a five-paragraph research essay. Teaching this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the background research and note-taking worksheet (you could also ONLY hand this out if you want a shorter lesson!). Once students have found their facts and sources, provide them with the essay outline activity, which guides them step-by-step through the requirements of a short research essay. From there, drafting their essay, using the provided peer review checklist, and submitting their final draft will be no problem at all. And then you can assess their work with the provided Common Core rubric! Use this entire resource as a complete research lesson or just part of it as a short research activity or sub plan! This TeachSimple download includes: - A Dwight D. Eisenhower essay writing assignment with directions, requirements, research essay writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-tied grading rubric - An editable rubric, provided as a link, that lets you make adjustments to the grade values and guidelines. This link is provided as as Google Sheet specifically built for integration into Google Classroom, although you can also modify it for use in other Learning Management Systems (LMSs) - A Dwight D. Eisenhower biography and note-taking worksheet that will guide your students through information gathering. This straightforward two-page handout includes instructions for background research, a fun drawing section, and an area to cite quality sources and organize conducted research - A research essay outlining worksheet, so students build on their Dwight D. Eisenhower notes in a clear and simple manner as they build their work towards a draft and final paper - All 6-pages of this lesson are provided in full-color and B&W versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 8 through 11. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (3) and Writing (2 and 7). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. The rubric is also included as an editable Google Sheet. This resource contains 6 pages and 1 Google Sheet.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Notetaking, Outlining
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Arthur Miller
ELA, Literature, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Arthur Miller Dive deep into the life and works of renowned American playwright Arthur Miller with this engaging research and essay project. Students will conduct research on Miller's background and most famous plays using the provided note-taking handout. Guiding questions simplify finding key facts and citing quality sources. Next, students organize their research into an outline utilizing the step-by-step worksheet. Following the outline structure, writing a five-paragraph essay on Miller will be smooth sailing. Peer review and revision is encouraged via the checklist before final submission. Teachers can easily assign and assess the project end-to-end, with the Common Core-aligned rubric tailored for grades 8-11. Whether utilizing the full lesson or individual components to supplement instruction on Miller, it saves prep time. From engaged research to polished essays showcasing student learning, it's a worthwhile endeavor.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Essay, Research, Outlining, Notetaking
Father's Day Narrative Writing Guide!
ELA, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects
Honor your father by transforming him into a superhero in your very own action-adventure tale! Our collection of narrative writing guides aims to facilitate the journey from "conceptualization to completion" by allowing students' creativity to ignite their writing, instead of the other way around. Unlike many traditional creative writing tasks, our Father's Day guide initiates the process by encouraging students to make straightforward and enjoyable decisions about the fundamental aspects of their narrative even before they begin to jot down their ideas or start typing! You'll be amazed at how simply your students will be able to craft their own Father's Day narrative. Beginning with straightforward directions, examples, and tips, students will then be able to plan out their story using multiple choice characterization options, short answer plotting devices, and map-drawing activity. An outlining guidance completes the narrative planning process. By then, students will be excited to start drafting their story. A clear peer edit activity is included with this resource, as well as a Common Core-tied rubric. Perfect as an instant sub plan (just print and leave on your desk!) or as a foundation for a week-long writing project, your download provides: A storyboard template guiding students in choosing their plot's setting, protagonist, character development, antagonist, and conflict (little to no writing needed!) A research table to help students flesh out their narrative details A narrative structuring exercise allowing students to use their storyboard's guidelines to commence drafting their narrative A Father's Day narrative writing task sheet featuring descriptions of well-known family tales, a calendar for setting due dates, general tips for narrative writing, a checklist for peer editing of fantasy writing, and a grading rubric aligned with FOUR Common Core standards This 4-page lesson is offered in both full color and black & white versions Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 7, 8, 9, and 10. The included rubric is subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (1 and 2), Reading Literature (2), and Writing (3, 4, and 5). This resource is provided in print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF files and PowerPoint Show files. This resource contains 4 pages.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Creative, Essay, Rubric, Narrative
Scientists and Inventors Social Media Profile Project | Biography
ELA, Social Studies, Writing, Creative Writing, Science, Inventors, Biographies, Research, Grade 4, 5, 6, Activities, Projects
Explore the lives and achievements of notable and remarkable genius minds from different generations with this Scientists and Inventors Social Media Profile Project. This resource is made for 4th, 5th and 6th primary grade level learners, EFL/ESL students, and homeschoolers that can be used for English Language Arts and Science and Technology subjects. The project is aimed to develop the students’ language skills, research proficiency, and creative skills through the imagined social media profile of their chosen scientists or inventors. Featuring 12 genius minds from different ages and fields, these activities are a sure win in capturing the attention and unleashing the creativity of the learners as they learn and explore the lives and achievements of these scientific geniuses. The activities included in this set are: 1. 12 Scientists and Inventors Worksheets (Albert Einstein, J. Robert Oppenheimer, Alexander Graham Bell, Galileo Galilei, Stephen Hawking, Steve Jobs, Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Nicolaus Copernicus, Nikola Tesla, Thomas Edison, Leonardo da Vinci) 2. 1 colored Albert Einstein Sample Profile 3. 1 Profile Template 4. Lesson Plan 5. Student’s Instructions Page 6. List of Scientists and Inventors 7. Feedback Rubric This project is designed as supplemental activity or project for lessons relating to lives and achievements of notable and famous scientists and inventors from different generations and fields, and biography lessons or topics in the curriculum. This can also be used as assessment tool for the said lessons, teacher-friendly resource for emergencies and sub plans. With the fun and engaging nature of this project, it will definitely achieve your lesson objectives as well as collecting amazing outputs from your learners!
Author It's Teacher L
Tags Scientists Biographies, Inventors Biographies, Biography Project, ELA Activities, Biography Research
Letter X Song (Animated Music Video)
ELA, Writing, Language Development, Phonics, Handwriting, Preschool, Kindergarten, Grade 1, 2, Songs, Activities
This product is the perfect resource for any teacher looking to help their students learn the Letter X Sound. The Letter X Song is a great way to teach the Letter X Sound, uppercase and lowercase Letter X, vocabulary words with the Letter X sound, and Letter X handwriting practice.
Author Have Fun Teaching
Tags Alphabet, Phonics, Vowels