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Ignite a passion for reading with literature lesson plans that delve into diverse texts. These resources offer activities for analyzing themes, characters, and literary devices. Incorporate these plans to encourage critical thinking and deepen appreciation for literature in your students.

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Poetry Writing Handbook: Definitions, Examples, Lessons

Poetry Writing Handbook: Definitions, Examples, Lessons
ELA, Literature, Poetry, Grade 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

The Poetry Writing Handbook: Definitions, Examples, Lessons is an invaluable asset for teachers on a mission to unravel the beauty of poetry for students in grades 4 through 6. As Moore once said that there's something fundamentally ironic about a poem: it uses precise language to describe what is unsayable, this resource could be exceptionally useful for you and your young learners to express the inexpressible via 36 unique poetic forms. Crafted with care by an experienced poet and educator, this handbook not only provides definitions but offers vivid examples endowed with the ability to invigorate students' innate creativity . It clearly outlines guidelines aimed at encouraging students to exploit numerous forms of poetry beyond conventional rhymes. Educators can leverage its well-structured content as: A magical vessel sailing through various topics associated with language arts curriculums. An avenue opening lessons of self-expression covering everything from haikus and couplets to diamante. A tool providing allocated space within each poetic form for students' own creations - an excellent way of supporting practical learning. As an easy-to-navigate PDF file, this digital resource effortlessly facilitates teaching diversity in classrooms or home learning environments alike. Teachers can utilize it during whole group instruction or might opt for walking small groups jointly down the mysteries of crafting varied types of poems themselves. Assignability Aspect In terms of assignability – homework assignments related to each poetic form included would undoubtedly stir newfound literary interest among children as they get their hands dirty practicing freshly learned concepts. Regardless if applied in public institutions or delicately employed within homeschool syllabuses – The Poetry Writing Handbook: Definitions, Examples, Lessons can become an integral part towards building intricate linguistic understanding as well as appreciation towards culture rich tapestry weaved by diverse strands called – poems. In short – shadowing numerous teaching styles whether synchronously clubbed together during joint classroom sessions or time-bound individual assignments long after school hours fade away into twilight– this resource is a perfect catalyst to engage elementary learners in their poetic journey, silently lighting up life's unseen trails with words that bloom.

Author Classroom Complete Press

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Hamlet: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English

Hamlet: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

The Hamlet: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English The Hamlet: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English is a resource specifically designed for educators desiring to make Shakespeare's plays more accessible. It provides a line-for-line translation in modern, easy-to-understand English. Main Highlights: This educational material conveys the complex plot, characters and themes of Hamlet seamlessly. A dual-language format with original text and modern translation on facing pages ensures clarity of understanding. This tool aids teachers dealing with the challenges posed by Shakespearian linguistic intricacies. Suitable For Grades 7-12: In providing its offerings as a PDF type lesson plan file, it broadens its applicability to age groups as diverse as grade 7 through 12 curricula requirements. This spans across multiple comprehension levels and literature sub-topics within language arts curriculum guidelines. Multifaceted Classroom Application: Whole Group Instruction: Promote open discussions about scenes while reading lines in both original and translated formats for better student understanding. Small Study Circles or Pair-ups: Leverage peer learning alongside teacher-led guidance with this easy-to-understand text transformation. Homeschooling Assignments: Foster individual reading skills. Let students themselves distinguish between truth and disguise just like Shakespeare's initial audiences! To Enhance Learning Further: Educators can pair this version along with the full-fledged "Hamlet Manual" . Expect your classroom engagement rates to surge as your pupils navigate the themes such as duty versus conscience or love versus remembrance more easily than ever before!

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags PDF, Hamlet Translation To Modern English, Hamlet English Translation, Hamlet Activities High School

The Tell-Tale Heart: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

The Tell-Tale Heart: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

The Tell-Tale Heart Full Lesson Plan Bundle This comprehensive reading lesson plan bundle for The Tell-Tale Heart short story provides educators with everything needed to teach Edgar Allan Poe's classic tale. The bundle contains a complete lesson plan, worksheets, answer keys, graphic organizers, and PowerPoint presentations that cover topics like characterization, plot structure, theme, symbolism, and more. Implementation ideas include whole-group instruction, small reading groups, or independent practice. The engaging materials are designed to help students understand this complex story through close reading, analysis, and discussion. Offered as editable Word and PDF files, this bundle offers flexible high school ELA resources to teach key reading skills with an iconic Gothic text.

Author Quality Teaching Products

Tags Reading Lesson Plan, Reading Powerpoint, Short Story, Fiction Text, Edgar Allan Poe, The Tell Tale Heart Plot Diagram

Tuesday of the Other June: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

Tuesday of the Other June: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

This resource will give you everything you need to complete a full, comprehensive reading lesson plan for Tuesday of the Other June text by Norma Fox Mazer. Files are offered as PDFs and Word documents. Included: -Tuesday of the Other June Lesson Plan -Tuesday of the Other June Worksheet -Tuesday of the Other June Answer Key Graphic Organizers: Author’s Purpose Characterization Chart Figurative Language Chart Historical Analysis Chart Imagery Chart Peer Evaluation Sheet Plot Diagram Read for Detail Setting Style Chart Symbol Chart Symbolism Chart Theme Diagram Tone and Mood Diagram Universal Plot Diagram Venn Diagram PowerPoints: Characterization Imagery, Voice, and Persona Irony and Ambiguity Narrator and Voice Plot Structure Symbolism and Allegory Theme - How to Interpret Theme Thank You Bonus Stuff!

Author Quality Teaching Products

Tags Reading Lesson Plan, Reading Powerpoint, Short Story, Fiction Text, Allegory

What do Fish Have to do With Anything?: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

What do Fish Have to do With Anything?: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

What do Fish Have to do With Anything?: A Comprehensive High School ELA Lesson This 145-page teaching resource provides a complete lesson plan for the novel What do Fish Have to do With Anything? by Avi, allowing educators to immerse students in analyzing this literary work. Includes a 57-page lesson plan, worksheet, answer key, 15 graphic organizers, and 8 PowerPoints spanning topics like characterization, plot structure, theme interpretation, narrator and voice, symbolism and allegory. With various formats like PDFs and Word docs, this resource can be utilized for whole class instruction, small groups, independent practice and more to elevate high schoolers' critical thinking and literacy skills. The supplemental materials allow teachers to facilitate engaging discussion and activities to unlock the meaning and craft behind Avi’s book.

Author Quality Teaching Products

Tags Reading Lesson Plan, Short Story, Fiction, Text, Narrator Voice

Julius Caesar: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English

Julius Caesar: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Julius Caesar: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English A comprehensive teaching resource, Julius Caesar: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English is an essential tool for educators. This interpretation of the classic play is specially designed to aid students from 7th grade up through the 12th in comprehending and appreciating this iconic literary work without traditional Shakespearean complexities. In this unique compilation, every line of the original text is mirrored with a modern English translation . This approach helps readers overcome potential language barriers and engage with the narrative in a more accessible manner, much like Shakespeare's original audience must have experienced. Visceral themes such as manipulation and ambition are examined. The unfolding tragedy showcases how noble intentions can lead to disaster... ...while also exploring motivations behind power-seeking behaviours, providing valuable insight into literature, human nature, and history. This information-rich book supports dedicated lesson plans in various contexts—be it online classes or offline sessions or homework tasks—thanks to its convenient PDF format. It fits seamlessly within language arts curriculums or literature studies programs across different grade levels—from middle school through high school. To ensure comprehensive understanding that moves beyond mere language translation, pairing these resources with guides like "Julius Caesar Manual" provides teachers with a broader pedagogical framework . This invaluable tool makes all-time classics like "Julius Caesar" approachable for all students regardless of their previous exposure level. In doing so, it bridges the gap between accessibility and authenticity when engaging students with renowned works of literature such as "Julius Caesar."

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags PDF, Julius Caesar Translation, Julius Caesar Play English Translation

Midsummer Night's Dream Manual: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English

Midsummer Night's Dream Manual: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

The Midsummer Night's Dream Manual: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English This resource book for educators presents a comprehensive approach to understanding and teaching one of Shakespeare's best-loved comedies. Designed for Grade 7 up to Grade 12 language arts students interested in literature, the manual offers multi-dimensional resources that translate the world of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' into accessible, contemporary English. A Comprehensive Guide In-depth Background Information: Offers extensive details about William Shakespeare himself, his historical context, and Elizabethan theatre practices. Detailed Scene Summaries: Each act comes with easy-to-understand summaries, highlighting key themes and addressing potential areas of confusion due to complex plotlines or language barriers. Annotated Bibliography: An extensive list of suggested reading materials that teachers can use to further their knowledge. Pronunciation Guidance: Helps learners understand correct pronunciations of difficult names appearing within the play;} Tailored Instructional Tips & Resources The guide also offers practical tips for teaching 'A Midsummer Night’s Dream', easily adaptable across various learning environments. Teachers can leverage these resources in a multitude ways.— from facilitating whole group discussions on Puck’s antics or small study groups exploring Demetrius’ change in heart.—to forming homework assignments where pupils formulate responses to text-based questions or stage mock productions focusing on individual scenes. Add-ons Enhancing Readability & Comprehension An inclusive chronological timeline indicating major incidents from Shakespeare’s life aids in creating a rich, contextual backdrop for learners. A carefully compiled glossary explaining archaic terms enriches student's understanding of Shakespearian language besides reducing any confusion caused by unfamiliar vernacular expressions. The contemporary facing-page translation format of this resource book enables educators to bring the world of 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' closer to their students whilst deepening their own expertise on the subject. Please note that this resource is available in PDF formate !

Author Classroom Complete Press

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The Cold Equations: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

The Cold Equations: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

The Cold Equations: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers This is a comprehensive instructional aid designed for educators teaching Language Arts , with particular emphasis on Literature . Tailored for students at Grade 7, Grade 8, Grade 9 and Grade 10 level, this resource offers total support to encourage an enriching analysis of 'The Cold Equations' work by Tom Godwin. This resource blends pedagogical theory with practical application. It provides a full lesson plan helping educators extend the learning experience beyond basic reading comprehension. In possession of worksheets aimed at guiding through the complexities of Godwin's work and key answers simplifying assessment tasks. Empowers deeper literary analysis beyond mere understanding of the text. Presents graphic organizers focusing on various analysis parameters like author's purpose etc., promoting diverse academic inquiryise within classroom discussions or individual study patterns. Includes peer evaluation sheets that involve students in giving feedback thereby nurturing critical thinking skills. - Makes learning tech-friendly through compelling PowerPoint presentations emphasizing various literary elements thus making classes interactive. - Comes in different file types catering flexibility depending on requirement whether it be PDFs or editable Word documents ready for instant printing accommodating last-minute deviations exclusively at discretion of educator regarding extent or sequence of coursework delivery. In sum total The Cold Equations: Full Lesson Plan w/ Powerpoints & Graphic Organizers diligently cover multiple angles regarding storytelling methods used by authors in past which bring literature alive impart lessons used not just within confines classrooms but nurturing universally applicable interpretative skills spanning across texts genres helping craft informed discerning readers out pupils under your tutelage. Created considering both public school teachers and homeschoolers, this resource is adaptable enough for various teaching settings. Be it a whole group session in class, a small peer group discussion or an individual homework assignment at home; you can always trust this meticulously crafted resource to bring efficient and effective pedagogical initiatives that make learning Language Arts easier and more enjoyable with clear focus on literature.

Author Quality Teaching Products

Tags Lesson Plan, Literature Analysis, Graphic Organizers, PowerPoint Presentations, Peer Evaluation

Macbeth Manual: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English

Macbeth Manual: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Macbeth Manual: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English This is an exceptional teaching resource designed for public school teachers and homeschooling educators. It provides thorough background information about Shakespeare, his theatre, and useful tips for teaching the classic tragedy - Macbeth. The manual is a remarkable companion to the Access to Shakespeare edition of Macbeth , which features a facing-pages translation into contemporary English. This structure makes the archaic language more accessible, helping students better understand the script while preserving its original essence. Features: Explanations are presented in a way that's suitable for students from Grade 7 through Grade 12. Covers scene-by-scene summaries and poses thought-provoking questions that can generate rich discussions. Presents additional help when needed in understanding confusing events or complicated characters within the play. Each act is followed by answers to commonly asked questions making it reliable whether preparing assignments or reviewing homework tasks. Bonus Features: Included annotated bibliography perfect for those interested in further reading along with a handy guide on pronouncing traditional names found within the script. A timeline pertinent details enhancing your historical context knowledge on all things Shakespearean. This invaluable tool transcends across disciplines in Language Arts and Literature teaching demands making it an ideal addition to any class library where classics like Macbeth are regularly taught as part of coursework syllabi aiding lesson planning process significantly further. The "Macbeth Manual: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English," comes as PDF download, easily accessible at any time from your preferred device demonstrating our unwavering belief in uncomplicating literacy without compromising educational quality.

Author Classroom Complete Press

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The Fun They Had: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

The Fun They Had: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

The Fun They Had Full ELA Lesson Bundle This comprehensive reading lesson bundle for the short story "The Fun They Had" by Isaac Asimov provides educators everything they need to immerse students in literary analysis. The bundle includes a complete lesson plan, worksheets, answer keys, graphic organizers, and PowerPoint presentations. Teachers can engage learners with activities to analyze plot, setting, theme, characterization, figurative language, narrator's voice, historical connections, and more using the ample resources. Implementation ideas include whole-group instruction, small-group discussion, independent practice, homework, and assessment. With multiple file types offered, this adaptable ELA lesson plan allows flexible use of quality materials to foster students' critical thinking and writing skills.

Author Quality Teaching Products

Tags Reading Lesson Plan, Graphic Organizers, Reading Powerpoint, Short Story, Fiction Text, The Fun They Had Theme

Passport to Genre: A Literature Enrichment Guide

Passport to Genre: A Literature Enrichment Guide
ELA, Literature, Grade 4, 5, 6, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Passport to Genre: A Literature Enrichment Guide Passport to Genre: A Literature Enrichment Guide is a dynamic and imaginative tool, designed to augment any current reading program. Suitable for grades 4 through 6, this teaching resource is applicable in the fields of Language Arts and Literature. The main objective of the guide is to encourage students to delve into a variety of genres including: Historical fiction Animal fiction Biographies Myths/Legends Fantasy tales Mystery stories. The interactive nature of this resource enables students not only to read from diverse genres but also follow up with dedicated activities related directly to what they have read. As a demonstrable testament of their literary expeditions across genres, students get the stimulating opportunity to gather stamps in their 'genre passports' . A Teaching Aid For Educators As an educator implementing "Passport to Genre: A Literature Enrichment Guide" , provides an inviting realm within which students can broaden their horizons on literature. Full instructions on executing the program seamlessly as well as comprehensive background information are provided within this product file that comes as a PDF document. Inclusive Package This inclusive package further comprises aesthetically pleasing genre posters and bookmarks which: "Can be utilized by the teacher for decorating classroom ambiance" "Be used by learners during individual study times" In conclusion; whether you aim at facilitating whole group learning sessions or focusing on smaller tiered groups according your student's pace , both modes find themselves compatible with this resource. This enrichment guide could even serve successfully as part homework assignments offering engaging tasks such as journaling about readings or completing relevant quiz based exercises hence helping reinforce values learned during school hours. Given its format (PDF), educators will obtain swift access ensuring immediate integration within various contexts . Whether you're conducting face-to-face learning in public schools or leading homeschool education paths , Passport To Genre : A literature Enrichment Guide aides transformative reading experiences aimed at refining young minds.

Author Classroom Complete Press

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The Story of An Hour: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

The Story of An Hour: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

This resource will give you everything you need to complete a full, comprehensive reading lesson plan for The Story of An Hour text by Kate Chopin. Files are offered as PDFs and Word documents. Included: -The Story of An Hour Lesson Plan -The Story of An Hour Worksheet -The Story of An Hour Answer Key Graphic Organizers: Author’s Purpose Characterization Chart Figurative Language Chart Historical Analysis Chart Imagery Chart Peer Evaluation Sheet Plot Diagram Read for Detail Setting Style Chart Symbol Chart Symbolism Chart Theme Diagram Tone and Mood Diagram Universal Plot Diagram Venn Diagram PowerPoints: Characterization Imagery, Voice, and Persona Irony and Ambiguity Narrator and Voice Plot Structure Symbolism and Allegory Theme - How to Interpret Theme Thank You Bonus Stuff!

Author Quality Teaching Products

Tags Kate Chopin, Reading Lesson Plan, Literature, Short Story, Fiction Text, Story Of An Hour Lesson Plans

Zlateh the Goat: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

Zlateh the Goat: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

This resource will give you everything you need to complete a full, comprehensive reading lesson plan for Zlateh the Goat text by Isaac Bashevis Singer. Files are offered as PDFs and Word documents. Included: -Zlateh the Goat Lesson Plan -Zlateh the Goat Worksheet -Zlateh the Goat Answer Key Graphic Organizers: Author’s Purpose Characterization Chart Figurative Language Chart Historical Analysis Chart Imagery Chart Peer Evaluation Sheet Plot Diagram Read for Detail Setting Style Chart Symbol Chart Symbolism Chart Theme Diagram Tone and Mood Diagram Universal Plot Diagram Venn Diagram PowerPoints: Characterization Imagery, Voice, and Persona Irony and Ambiguity Narrator and Voice Plot Structure Symbolism and Allegory Theme - How to Interpret Theme Thank You Bonus Stuff!

Author Quality Teaching Products

Tags Reading Lesson Plan, Reading Powerpoint, Short Story, Fiction, Text, What Is The Point Of View In Zlateh The Goat

Romeo and Juliet Manual: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English

Romeo and Juliet Manual: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

The Romeo and Juliet Manual: A Facing-Pages Translation into Contemporary English A comprehensive tool that aids in teaching Shakespeare's timeless tragedy, this manual services students from grades 7 through 12. Features: Detailed translation: This is not just a retelling of the story; it also provides intricacies and nuances that can aid in understanding Shakespeare's original work. Critical Background Information: The manual includes details about Shakespeare's life, his sources of inspiration, and how his theater workings operated. Educator-friendly: It covers every part of Romeo & Juliet's storyline. Detailed summaries for each scene along with corresponding questions and probable answers are provided to help educators streamline the teaching process. Pronunciation Guide: A comprehensive guide to pronouncing names within the context of Shakespearean language supports teachers during read-alouds or group discussions. Glossary & Timeline : Alphabetical terms used in Romeo & Juliet are provided along with a unique chronological timeline to support vocabulary acquisition during lessons. This also offers insight into where various words fall historically for further depth while reading . Annotated Bibliography : This bonus feature provides resources accessible to students enhancing their literature studies beyond classroom hours. It includes supplemental research materials detailed enough for homework assignments or full-scale research projects. Availability The Romeo & Juliet Manual is available as a ready-to-print PDF file comprising 48 pages brimming with value-driven material designed specifically for language arts curriculum across multiple grade levels. In Summary : The strength of this resource lies in its ability to bridge old-world artistry (Shakespearean text) with modern-day readership. It is an indispensable tool that enhances your literature teaching arsenal, adding depth and appreciation for Romeo & Juliet — one of the greatest love stories ever told.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Language Arts, Literature, English, Romeo, Juliet

Poetry Analysis Sub Plans Lessons (Print & Pass)

Poetry Analysis Sub Plans Lessons (Print & Pass)
ELA, Literature, Poetry, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Never worry about preparing a substitute plan again! This comprehensive collection of concise poem analysis lessons provides teachers with all the necessary resources for 10 substitute-led class sessions. Simply print out the readily available sub note along with the lesson handouts, which also include a helpful rubric, and you're all set. Both your substitute teacher and students will easily manage the rest! What's even better is that your students will have the opportunity to enhance their analysis and essay writing skills even in your absence! Here's how simple this sub plan series is to present: Simply print out and sign the included sub plan note, make copies of one of the 10 poetry analysis worksheets included in this resource, and leave them on your desk for your substitute. Students can work through the analysis questions in one class period and complete the analysis essay in the next (or simply forego the essay). Either way, you have a perfect 1-to-2 day lesson that requires almost no direct instruction! While student familiarity with the poetry concept is helpful, the handouts directions will be more than enough information to get your students working diligently while you're away. Each of the 10 included lessons contain the following: - A prepared sub plan note with teacher instructors - An annotation and discussion activity based around a literary concept and classic poem (see list below) - A clear lesson flow chart attached to the lesson hand-out - An engaging analysis essay prompt that builds on the annotation and discussion activities surrounding each included poem - A self-and-peer-review checklist activity - Clear and organized analysis essay writing tips that will succinctly function as learning guides for when you leave your class in the hands of a substitute (or when you just need a day's break from direct instruction) - A Common Core Standards-based grading rubric (Tied to 4 ELA standards) POEMS & CONCEPTS INCLUDED IN RESOURCE: Apostrophe: "Break Break Break," by Alfred, Lord Tennyson Rhyme: “How Do I Love Thee? Let Me Count the Ways,” by Elizabeth Barrett Browning Symbolism: “A Noiseless Patient Spider,” by Walt Whitman Theme: “One Dignity Delays for All,” by Emily Dickinson Consonance: “The Road Not Taken,” by Robert Frost Blank Verse: “Shall I Compare Thee to a Summer’s Day,” by William Shakespeare Ambiguity: “The Walk,” by Thomas Hardy Repetition: “The Negro Speaks of Rivers,” by Langston Hughes Elegy: "To an Athlete Dying Young," by A. E. Housman Metaphor: “We Wear the Mask,” by Paul Laurence Dunbar Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. The included rubrics are subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Writing (4 and 5) and Language (1 and 2). This resource is provided in print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF files. This resource contains 32 Pages.

Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC

Tags Poetry, Exposition, Analysis

Johnny Tremain: Exploring Literature Teaching Unit

Johnny Tremain: Exploring Literature Teaching Unit
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Johnny Tremain: Exploring Literature Teaching Unit This is a comprehensive educational resource which enables teachers to deliver engrossing and effective literature lessons. The teaching unit, comprising 66 ready-to-print pages, facilitates real comprehension and appreciation of quality literary works. Contents: A variety of dynamic classroom activities tested in real classrooms Available in an accessible PDF format allowing for easy discussion on topics like literature Saving the teacher valuable preparation time, this thoughtfully curated collection of education materials promotes enhanced student learning experiences. Versatility: Ideally suited for students within Grade levels 5 to 9, this all-inclusive lesson plan complements various learning situations: Can be used as material for whole group instruction or in a small group setting for targeted interventions. The pages can also be partitioned and handed out as individual homework assignments ensuring regular reinforcement outside the classroom atmosphere. The Johnny Tremain: Exploring Literature Teaching Unit possesses an innate ability to bridge gaps between instruction and comprehension. Thus it makes Language Arts more enjoyable and less daunting‎‎‎‎‬‬‬‬‬. In summary,the comprehensiveness yet compactness in design makes this teaching unit indispensable, greatly assisting educators aiming towards enhancing their language arts repertoire while journeying through literature with their students.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Literature, Writing Project, Johnny Tremain, Character Development, Pre-reading

The King of Mazy May: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

The King of Mazy May: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

This resource will give you everything you need to complete a full, comprehensive reading lesson plan for The King of Mazy May text by Jack London. Files are offered as PDFs and Word documents. Included: -The King of Mazy May Lesson Plan -The King of Mazy May Worksheet -The King of Mazy May Answer Key Graphic Organizers: Author’s Purpose Characterization Chart Figurative Language Chart Historical Analysis Chart Imagery Chart Peer Evaluation Sheet Plot Diagram Read for Detail Setting Style Chart Symbol Chart Symbolism Chart Theme Diagram Tone and Mood Diagram Universal Plot Diagram Venn Diagram PowerPoints: Characterization Imagery, Voice, and Persona Irony and Ambiguity Narrator and Voice Plot Structure Symbolism and Allegory Theme - How to Interpret Theme Thank You Bonus Stuff!

Author Quality Teaching Products

Tags Reading Lesson Plan, Reading Powerpoint, Literature, Graphic Organizers, Short Story

Island of the Blue Dolphins: Exploring Literature Teaching Unit

Island of the Blue Dolphins: Exploring Literature Teaching Unit
ELA, Literature, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Island of the Blue Dolphins: Exploring Literature Teaching Unit An extensive resource that every educator needs to inject excitement into literature lessons. Created with students from grade 4 through 7 in mind, this teaching unit is especially beneficial for those educators focusing their curriculum on literature. Versatility & Fitting In Any Classroom Setup This comprehensive teaching unit can be effortlessly integrated into any classroom setup. Its flexible nature allows it to be used as: A whole-group activity, In small break-out sessions for collaborative work, Homework exercises to reinforce learning. Aiming to Enrich Students' Understanding and Appreciation The Island of the Blue Dolphins: Exploring Literature Teaching Unit focuses on enhancing students' comprehension and appreciation of great works of literature. Teachers are endowed with various activities, all custom-designed to provide wholesome learning while saving them preparation time. Inclusive Lesson Plans for Engaged Reading The provided PDF file contains a variety of lesson plans rooted in cutting-edge pedagogical approaches. The lessons make reading both fun and intellectually stimulating, extending beyond traditional classroom instruction. Varying Environments Including Homeschooling Possible No matter whether you are leading public school classrooms or managing homeschool routines — this guide serves efficiently. With this teaching unit at hand, you have more than just lesson plans: you have an easily manageable asset delivering superior educational results across different environments! In Conclusion... With such unique features combined together we ensure meaningful engagement between young learners and classic literature enabling them carve out their own interpretation adding depth to knowledge acquisition process.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags Island Of The Blue Dolphins, Teacher Unit, Reading Comprehension, Lesson Plan, Writing, Island Of The Blue Dolphins Worksheets, Island Of The Blue Dolphins Activities

Plays for Every Day

Plays for Every Day
ELA, Literature, Preschool, Grade 1, Teacher Tools, Lesson Plans

Plays for Every Day: A Comprehensive Teaching Resource Plays for Every Day is a dynamic teaching resource crafted to enhance the reading skills of kindergarten and grade 1 students. Using rich and engaging folktales worldwide, this product offers seven ingenious scripts tailored specifically for beginning readers. Each script in "Plays for Every Day" is carefully color-coded, simplifying differentiation of parts for young learners. This effective visual guide aids children as they navigate their way through diverse stories, encouraging comprehension while building fluency. The material allows students to gain confidence as they develop crucial literacy skills early in their academic journey. Beside each wonderful folktale script, educators will find vivid stick puppets to enrich the storytelling experience. In essence, 'Plays For Every Day' offers not just lively adaptations of treasured global tales; it opens doors towards academic growth—breathing life into timeless lessons through memorable classroom experiences steeped in culture-bound storytelling. A Conveniently Downloadable PDF file type This product ensures easy access and ready-to-print materials adaptability regardless of preferred teaching setup—flexibility that adds up wonderfully whether you're facilitating learning inside traditional classrooms or guiding your child's learning journey from home.

Author Classroom Complete Press

Tags PDF

Blackout Poetry Unit

Blackout Poetry Unit
ELA, Literature, Poetry, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

Download and discover the ultimate no-prep resource for blackout poetry, also known as found poetry, that will teach your students the art of word choice, literary techniques, and poetic language through a fun and hands-on approach. In six captivating unit lessons, students will embark on an engaging journey of crossing out found text to create their own unique and personal poems, an experience they'll find far more enjoyable than traditional writing methods. Without even realizing it, your students will immerse themselves in a world of learning while working on their blackout poetry. This all-inclusive module delves deeper than the creation of blackout poems, incorporating literary analysis exercises that investigate five renowned poems and explore five central literary ideas. The module also wraps up with a personal blackout poem project as the summative assessment, designed to engage even the most reluctant creative writers. Witness as your pupils become fully engrossed and stimulated through the enchanting world of blackout poetry! This lesson plan on poetry teaching comes complete with everything needed to run a blackout poetry unit. It is ideal for substitute lesson plans, a brief creative unit, or as a supplement to a poetry or literary analysis unit. Your download comprises: Five blackout poetry exercises centered on literary analysis. Each activity comprises a famous poem, a defined literary concept, discussion questions, and a blackout activity (an answer key and a Common Core-aligned rubric are included). A blackout personal poem "writing" project. This requires students to find a newspaper or magazine article of personal significance and apply the blackout poetry technique to craft their unique piece of poetic art (A 40-point rubric, connected to three Common Core ELA standards, is included in both a printable format and as a link to an editable rubric. This allows for customization of grading and effortless integration into Google Classroom and numerous other Learning Management Systems) LITERARY CONCEPTS AND FAMOUS POEMS INCLUDED IN THIS RESOURCE: Metaphor and “O Captain! My Captain” (1865), by Walt Whitman Imagery and “To S.M., a Young African Painter…” (1773), by Phillis Wheatley Personification and “The Wind — tapped like a tired Man —” (1863), by Emily Dickinson Plot Structure and “The Man He Killed” (1902), by Thomas Hardy Theme and “Here I Love You” (1924), by Pablo Neruda Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12. The included rubrics are subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Writing (3 and 4) and Reading Literature (2). This resource is provided in print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF files and PowerPoint Show files. This resource contains 8 Pages and 1 Google Sheet.

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Tags Poetry, Creative Writing, Worksheets, Blackout Poetry Art Ideas, Black Out Poem Ideas, Poetry Packet High School, Blackout Poem Ideas, Best Texts For Blackout Poetry, Blackout Poems Ideas

The Emperor’s New Clothes: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

The Emperor’s New Clothes: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 5, 6, 7, 8, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

The Emperor's New Clothes Full Lesson Plan Bundle Transport students into the imaginative world of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale The Emperor’s New Clothes. This comprehensive reading lesson plan equips educators with everything needed for a complete literary analysis unit. Engaging materials like graphic organizers, worksheets, answer keys, PowerPoints, and more will help students analyze plot, theme, symbolism and visual imagery in the text. Differentiated resources support whole group instruction, small group collaboration and independent practice. This versatile bundle can be implemented across elementary to middle grades for deepening literary analysis skills with a timely story about truth versus illusion in leadership.

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Tags Reading Lesson, Reading Powerpoint, Literature, Emperor's New Clothes, Symbolism, The Emperor's New Clothes Symbolism, The Emperor's New Clothes Theme

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

The Secret Life of Walter Mitty: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

This resource will give you everything you need to complete a full, comprehensive reading lesson plan for The Secret Life of Walter Mitty text by James Thurber. Files are offered as PDFs and Word documents. Included: -The Secret Life of Walter Mitty Lesson Plan -The Secret Life of Walter Mitty Worksheet -The Secret Life of Walter Mitty Answer Key Graphic Organizers: Author’s Purpose Characterization Chart Figurative Language Chart Historical Analysis Chart Imagery Chart Peer Evaluation Sheet Plot Diagram Read for Detail Setting Style Chart Symbol Chart Symbolism Chart Theme Diagram Tone and Mood Diagram Universal Plot Diagram Venn Diagram PowerPoints: Characterization Imagery, Voice, and Persona Irony and Ambiguity Narrator and Voice Plot Structure Symbolism and Allegory Theme - How to Interpret Theme Thank You Bonus Stuff!

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Tags Imagery, Narrator Voice, Reading Lesson Plan, Short Story, Walter Mitty Text, The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty Text, The Secret Life Of Walter Mitty Short Story Worksheet

The Treasure of Lemon Brown: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

The Treasure of Lemon Brown: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

The Treasure of Lemon Brown Full Lesson Plan Bundle helps educators teach Walter Dean Myers' short story through engaging activities. This comprehensive resource includes a complete lesson plan to guide analysis of the text's plot, characters, themes, and literary devices. It also contains graphic organizers and PowerPoints focused on topics like characterization, symbolism, theme interpretation, and more. With support materials for before, during, and after reading, this bundle facilitates whole-class, small-group, and individual work. The supplemental PDF and Word worksheets allow flexible implementation for grades 6-9. Overall, The Treasure of Lemon Brown Full Lesson Plan empowers language arts teachers to immerse students in this meaningful short story.

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The Monkey’s Paw: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers

The Monkey’s Paw: Full Lesson Plan w/ PowerPoints & Graphic Organizers
ELA, Literature, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Lesson Plans, Teacher Tools

This resource will give you everything you need to complete a full, comprehensive reading lesson plan for The Monkey’s Paw text by W.W. Jacobs. Files are offered as PDFs and Word documents. Included: -The Monkey’s Paw Lesson Plan -The Monkey’s Paw Worksheet -The Monkey’s Paw Answer Key Graphic Organizers: Author’s Purpose Characterization Chart Figurative Language Chart Historical Analysis Chart Imagery Chart Peer Evaluation Sheet Plot Diagram Read for Detail Setting Style Chart Symbol Chart Symbolism Chart Theme Diagram Tone and Mood Diagram Universal Plot Diagram Venn Diagram PowerPoints: Characterization Imagery, Voice, and Persona Irony and Ambiguity Narrator and Voice Plot Structure Symbolism and Allegory Theme - How to Interpret Theme Thank You Bonus Stuff!

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