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A multi-file writing center starter kit for grades 3-5 covering Opinion, Informative, and Narrative writing aligned to Common Core writing standards, meant to supplement (not replace) a writing curriculum.
A no-prep tracing worksheet pack building fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and pencil control for preschool/kindergarten pre-writing readiness.
Give ESL/EFL students a nonfiction reading passage about the history, culture, and attractions of Florence, Italy, paired with comprehension checks and essay writing prompts to build reading and writing skills.
Guides students through independent biographical research on John Lewis and a structured 5-paragraph research-essay assignment (thesis-driven introduction, early-life paragraph, exploring John Lewis’s Civil Rights and career achievements, analyzing John Lewis’s Civil Rights and cultural legacy, conclusion, and works cited page).
A research-essay writing guide/toolkit for a 5-paragraph MLA-style essay profiling a great inventor, including requirements, a self/peer editing checklist, a detailed rubric, and a research planner.
Give ESL/EFL students a nonfiction reading passage about the life and career of naturalist and broadcaster David Attenborough, paired with comprehension checks and essay writing prompts to build reading and writing skills.
Guides students through independent biographical research on Cesar Chavez and the writing of a 5-paragraph research essay, using a graphic-organizer worksheet, a peer/self writing-tips checklist, and a scored essay rubric.
An ESL/EFL reading-comprehension and writing worksheet built around a nonfiction passage on the sport of curling, its Scottish origins and rules, including quoted commentary from people interviewed about the sport.
Guides students through independent biographical research on Jason Reynolds and a structured 5-paragraph research-essay assignment (thesis-driven introduction, early-life paragraph, exploring Reynolds’ most significant literary achievements, analyzing Reynolds’ legacy and influence on young adult literature, conclusion, and works cited…
An ESL/EFL reading-comprehension and writing worksheet built around a nonfiction passage on the history and cultural popularity of doughnuts, including quoted commentary from people interviewed about the treat (e.g. Polish donut traditions).
An ESL/EFL reading-comprehension and writing worksheet built around a biographical nonfiction passage on singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, his upbringing in England, and his rise from busking to global stardom.
Guides students through independent biographical research on J.K. Rowling and a structured 5-paragraph research-essay assignment (thesis-driven introduction, early-life paragraph, exploring Rowling’s most significant literary achievements, analyzing Rowling’s legacy and influence on modern culture, conclusion, and works cited page).
An ESL/EFL reading-comprehension and writing worksheet built around a biographical nonfiction passage on musician Elton John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight), his career, and his flamboyant performing style.
Guides students through independent biographical research on James Joyce and a structured 5-paragraph research-essay assignment (thesis-driven introduction, early-life paragraph, exploring Joyce’s most significant literary achievements, analyzing Joyce’s legacy and influence on modern literature, conclusion, and works cited page).
An ESL/EFL reading-comprehension and writing worksheet built around a nonfiction passage on dragons across world mythology and folklore (including Egyptian, Western and other traditions) and their role in modern fantasy media, including quoted commentary from an author and other interviewees.
An ESL/EFL reading-comprehension and writing worksheet built around a nonfiction passage on the history and development of Dubai, UAE, from a small fishing/trading village to a global modern city, including landmarks such as the Dubai Mall.
Guides students through independent biographical research on Leo Tolstoy and a structured 5-paragraph research-essay assignment (thesis-driven introduction, early-life paragraph, exploring Tolstoy’s most significant literary achievements, analyzing Tolstoy’s legacy and influence on modern literature, conclusion, and works cited page).
Give ESL/EFL students a nonfiction reading passage about the life and literary legacy of Edgar Allan Poe, paired with comprehension checks and essay writing prompts to build reading and writing skills.
Guides students through independent biographical research on Mahatma Gandhi and a structured 5-paragraph research-essay assignment (thesis-driven introduction, early-life paragraph, exploring Gandhi’s work for Indian independence and Civil Rights, analyzing Gandhi’s Civil Rights and cultural legacy, conclusion, and works cited page).
Build ESL/EFL reading comprehension, vocabulary, and writing skills using a nonfiction passage about the International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF).
Read about the Star Wars franchise, then answer comprehension and vocabulary questions and support true-or-false decisions with evidence. Three essay prompts invite opinions about the franchise, a character, or films. Use the reading questions to gather ideas before developing a longer response.
Guides students through independent biographical research on James Baldwin and a structured 5-paragraph research-essay assignment (thesis-driven introduction, early-life paragraph, exploring Baldwin’s most renowned and well-known literary works, analyzing Baldwin’s influence on the history of Civil Rights, conclusion, and works cited…
An ESL/EFL reading-comprehension and writing worksheet built around a biographical nonfiction passage on Queen Elizabeth I of England, her 45-year reign, the defeat of the Spanish Armada (1588), and the Elizabethan Era's cultural flourishing (Shakespeare, Marlowe).
Guides students through independent biographical research on Charlotte Bronte and the writing of a 5-paragraph research essay, using a graphic-organizer worksheet, a peer/self writing-tips checklist, and a scored essay rubric.