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High School Worksheets
Provide your high school students with worksheets that challenge them and deepen their understanding of complex subjects. These resources support preparation for college entrance exams and future careers. Incorporate them to enhance your curriculum and student outcomes.
Write To Explain For GCSE English (14-16 years)
ELA, Writing, Grade 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Write To Explain For GCSE English provides focused writing practice to help students succeed on the GCSE English exam. This 12-part series tackles one key writing skill per pack, like writing to inform, explain, argue, advise, describe, persuade, or review. With clear examples and annotated sample responses, students learn how to analyze prompts, plan organized responses, employ rhetorical techniques, and adapt their tone and style to suit the intended audience. Packs also cover using PEE or PETER paragraphs to construct analytical essays. Designed by an experienced English teacher familiar with GCSE requirements, these packs break down exam expectations into manageable steps. By working through the series, students gain confidence writing for various purposes and audiences. The straightforward format and targeted practice equip students with the precise skills needed to achieve a grade C or higher on the GCSE English exam.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Write To Explain, Gcse, Exam Success, English Language, English Writing
Seasonal Life Skills - How to Dress for Spring Summer, Fall and Winter
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Life Studies, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Life Skills, Career, Grade 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
How to Dress for Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter is an engaging and interactive functional life skills activity specifically designed for high school students and young adults. This activity focuses on teaching the importance of selecting appropriate clothing for each season, empowering students to make informed decisions. Key Features: * Carefully crafted to develop students' ability to make informed decisions about suitable attire for different weather conditions, enhancing their functional life skills. * Reading comprehension questions provide clues such as the season, temperature, occasion, weather, and location, enabling students to approach their decision-making process systematically. * Visual appeal is enhanced with images and illustrations that aid comprehension, making learning enjoyable and accessible. Visual cues reinforce the concept of season-appropriate clothing and improve understanding and retention. * Real-life scenarios reflect students' challenges when dressing for different seasons, promoting problem-solving skills and the practical application of knowledge. This comprehensive resource includes a total of 150 reading comprehension questions, fostering independence in high school students as they develop essential life skills for various contexts: school, home, and community. This handout is particularly valuable in special education classes or one-to-one settings such as ABA therapy, speech therapy, job coaches, occupational therapy, and Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) sessions. The activity is ideal for hands-on and community-based learning, engaging students in interactive instruction while reinforcing learning objectives. It is suitable for grade 10, grade 11, and grade 12 students, as well as autism life skill centers . This printable, easy-to-use activity is designed to assist teens and adults with difficulties in developing independent living skills. It provides step-by-step instructions, comprehensive questions and answers, age-appropriate graphics, real-world examples, and implementation ideas. Empower your special education class with this highly interactive High School Functional Life Skills Activity, promoting independence and facilitating personal growth. Related Products for Developing Independent Living Skills How to Read a Basic Pay Stub How to Fill Out a Job Application How to Create an Emergency Exit Plan How to Create a Strong Password A PDF with 50 unique pages. Color and black-and-white versions of each page are available for this pdf resource.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Employment Related, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Community-Based Instruction, Autism Resource For Parent , Life Skills For Autistic Teens And Adults, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Adults, Life Skills For Teens
Geometry Reproducibles
Math, Geometry, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Geometry Reproducibles: A Premiere Teaching Resource Aimed towards Grade 7 to Grade 10 learners, Geometry Reproducibles is a highly functional and comprehensive workbook aiding educators in their quest of instilling a profound understanding and appreciation for geometry within the minds of students. Ideal Learning Resource For all Educators Suited perfectly well for both home educators as well as public school teachers, this resource comes with forty-eight pages teeming with intricately planned activities that serve to make geometry learning engaging by design. The diverse range of puzzles, mazes, , games along with self-checking exercises works by bridging solid practice opportunities coupled with creative thinking inducement. Innovative Instructional Approach The uniqueness arises from introducing the concepts first through succinct explanations before following them up via related exercises. This method underscores grasping core ideas prior to moving onto application-oriented drills thereby ensuring comprehension. Useful in multiple settings: classrooms under teacher supervision; peer study groups; independent homework sessions. Incorporates a specially designed assessment section: perfect practice tool for standardized testing tied up with individual curriculum plans Maintains quality across repeated prints: handy PDF file formatting ensuring easy access and superior print quality Your Essential Geographic Tool Kit! An indispensable educational aid - ready to guide learners on an educational journey as they navigate angles, lines and shapes paving their way towards Geometry expertise!
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Geometry, Worksheets, Reproducibles, Right Prisms, Surface Area
Write To Review For GCSE English (14-16 years)
ELA, Writing, Grade 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Review: Write to Review For GCSE English (14-16 years) Write to Review For GCSE English (14-16 years) is a unique resource developed for providing an in-depth focus on improving the writing skills of students aged 14-16. This teaching asset delivers a harmonious blend of theory and practice, prepping students for the rigours of GSCE English Examinations. With this series, educators are equipped with twelve focused work packs each targeting different facets of English Language composition. What's even more appealing about 'Write to Review' is its flexibility, allowing students to progress at their own pace conducive to their individual learning speed. The packs feature exemplary instances that illustrate the standard required for successful exam performance while also fuelling idea generation. Purposeful writing like describing, persuading and reviewing are explored extensively with attention paid specific audience contexts. An additional plus point includes developing student’s ability from varying perspectives such as creating articles, blogs, brochures and leaflets amongst others . 'Write To Review' advocates forming arguments using common structures like Point-Evidence-Explanation (PEE) or Point-Evidence-Argument (PEA) . It further breaks down diverse language techniques moving student's understanding beyond mere theoretical comprehension. This product encompasses a comprehensive approach towards equipping learners with crucial examination-related abilities along with analytical techniques necessary for non-fiction tasks. These integrated components play a significant role in paving the way towards GSCE readiness . Educators receive: A tool encouraging reader engagement while delivering relevant responses tailored appropriately according to purpose and audience A fully holistic academic aid cultivating advanced vocabulary usage underscored by metaphorical language concepts such as similes A precious aid in curriculum planning for whole group instruction, small group discussions or individual homework assignments . In conclusion, Write To Review simultaneously acts as a comprehensive instructional material and valuable revision tool. It meticulously guides each student across key components vital to their academic success in the GSCE English course. With this resource at hand, scoring a grade C or higher in GCSE English examinations becomes an achievable reality through structured planning and practice.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Writing Skills, GCSE English, Exam Preparation, Audience Analysis, Language Techniques
Use Better Vocabulary In Your Writing: eat (EFL Work Pack) 8+
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Use Better Vocabulary In Your Writing: Eat (EFL Work Pack) 8+ A comprehensive teaching resource that enhances English vocabulary, specifically focused on the word Eat . This pack provides an engaging and accessible method for English as a Second Language (ESL) students to enrich their written English skills. The target audience is intermediary ESL learners who aim to expand their verbal and written skills in English, especially for ages eight and above. It utilizes a whimsical character named Zoggy to make learning appealing to various age groups. Main Features: Understanding of idioms and colloquial phrases often used by native speakers In-depth lessons on using appropriate prepositions with verbs Tips on structuring formal letters in English along with writing practice An emphasis on expanding vocabulary by replacing mundane words with more exciting alternatives A strong focus is placed on improving grammar skills. It has been designed considering the struggles of non-native speakers. Learners can significantly improve their command over spoken or written text while working through this teaching material. Pack Components: The pack includes instructional pages along with exercises to complement each concept discussed. The purpose of this format is the reinforcement of learned skills via repeat practice sequences. This education package is delivered in a PDF file format as worksheets , making it versatile enough for use in various teaching environments - from traditional classrooms sessions, homeschool circles, or even individual homework assignments - contributing towards nurturing globally adept multilingual learners.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Vocabulary Enhancement, Idioms, Prepositions, Formal Letters, Grammar Skills
Civil Rights Movement : Leaders
Social Studies, History, History: USA, Government, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
The Civil Rights Movement: Leaders Teaching Resource The Civil Rights Movement: Leaders teaching resource is a rigorously curated instructional material suited for Grade 8-12 teachers, specifically focusing on Social Studies. The prime objective of this comprehensive package is to provide enriched knowledge on 11 major personalities from the civil rights movement, ensuring students delve deeper into this pivotal segment of American history. Biographies of Leaders Covering from Martin Luther King Jr. to T.R.M Howard, each leader's early life, initial steps in activism, role during the civil rights movement to their later years are meticulously discussed in short biographies. Each detailed narrative not only highlights the diverse childhoods but also encases a wide variety of experiences and viewpoints within the movement contributing significantly towards comprehensive learning. Illustrative Content and Organizational Graphics The extensive range content appended with rich illustrations assists visual engagement while soaking up historical information. Images coupled with easy-to-digest graphic organizers structure complex data simplifying comprehension substantially. Reading Comprehension Activities Besides furnishing information about leaders' lives, critical tasks are incorporated bearing objectives for polished reading comprehension skills amongst students. Comprehensive questions provided with answers boost the analytical thinking process when dealing with historical facts – an essential stepping-stone when learning government or US history-related subjects. Historical Background Context A detailed exposition on Jim Crow laws and segregation legislation adds depth and provides necessary historical backdrop for materials related to civil rights activists' roles therein. Inclusion of Project Materials: Incorporating a holistic approach towards teaching; worksheets; title cards paired with images; explicitly defined instructions along with two grading rubrics catering to digital or poster-like projects have been stowed within. They can be flexibly implemented for group tasks or a class-wide activity . Teacher Instructions Comprehensive teacher guidelines concluding the resourceful packet provides instructors full ease and efficiency in taking the students through their learning journey of understanding the intricate details revolving around eminent figures from the Civil Rights Movement era. The multi-dimensional teaching aid is crafted with enough flexibility to be deployed for kickstarting educational activities, group studies, or homework tasks. Educators – whether trusted school teachers or homeschooling parents – can lean on these systematically designed materials to significantly augment their methods of instruction. The Civil Rights Movement: Leaders resource undoubtedly sparks an intrigue towards history and activism making the student's learning process both engaging and meaningful.
Author Mr Gray History
Tags Civil Rights Movement, Leaders, History, Social Studies, Activism
How Do I Improve My Grades In GCSE English writing? PART 1 (14-16 years)
ELA, Writing, Grade 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
A clear, concise revision guide to boost your grade, written by a tutor who is familiar with the requirements of the new GCSE examination. It is so simple you can use it for last minute revision. The skills and requirements for the GCSE English language exam are very specific: retrieving information from texts, inference, analysis of language, presentational techniques and comparing texts are some of the skills needed. For writing, students are required to engage the reader and produce a response, which relates to the purpose and audience. This book teaches students how to write using different purposes to inform, explain, argue, advise, describe, persuade, review and how to make the tone and register of their writing suitable for the audience. It emphasises the P.E.E or P.E.T.E.R technique, so students have a blue print (format) to work from; make POINT, give EVIDENCE, comment on TECHNIQUE, EFFECT and RESPONSE. This helps students to develop analytical skills for non-fiction tasks and responses in English literature papers. The students are also taught to use rhetorical techniques groups of three, speaking directly to the reader, rhetorical questions, inclusive pronouns as well as stylistic devices like similes, metaphors and high level vocabulary. The aim of this book is: To help every child gain a grade C in GCSE English. To outline the requirements of the present GCSE course and to teach students to structure and organise a piece of writing. To teach students to look for key words in a task and to plan a suitable response. To teach students to use linguistic and stylistic devices. To show them how to use rhetorical techniques. To teach P.E.E techniques and to teach the analytical skills required for English language and literature tasks. To teach good spelling, punctuation and grammar.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Gcse, English Writing, English Language, Exam Success, Improve Grades
Smallpox Reading Comprehension Article
Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Smallpox Reading Comprehension Article This teaching resource, 'Smallpox Reading Comprehension Article' , is a comprehensive tool designed to address topics surrounding the complex subject of Smallpox. It provides an educational yet engaging method for teachers and students alike to delve into this important health-related topic. The crafted content of this resource comprehensively covers major aspects such as: Smallpox history Types Effects Prevention measures Accessible via Google Classroom with ease for both distance learning or in-class settings, this resource fits seamlessly into any educational context. This flexibility means that educators can deploy it in various ways – whether that be as introduction material for the topic at hand or as simplified homework assignments. Drawing from several customer reviews citing its impressive utility value specifically noted practical applications extend such like being handy sub plans during teacher's absences or even offering extra credit opportunities if needed throughout schooling scenarios thus making teaching responsibilities more manageable more efficacious too. In Conclusion Educators seeking a teaching tool that not only enriches their students' understanding of Smallpox but also enhances skills ranging from deeper comprehension to critical thinking need to look no further than the 'Smallpox Reading Comprehension Article'. No matter grading level or location - physical classroom distant learning set-up - each copy can be readily accessed via Microsoft Word PDF versions availed. To wrap it up, 'Smallpox Reading Comprehension Article' is not just another article; but significant leap towards nurturing scientifically astute citizens the future requires.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Smallpox, History, Types, Effects, Prevention
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Robert Frost
ELA, Literature, Poetry, Writing, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Robert Frost has been inspiring aspiring poets and enthusiastic literary scholars for generations. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently explore and write about the life of the writer of "The Road Less Taken," 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 Robert Frost 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 Robert Frost 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 Robert Frost 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 Robert Frost 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, Rubric, Outlining
Muscle Growth Reading Comprehension Article
Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Grade 8, 9, 10, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Understanding Muscle Growth: A Middle and High School Science Reading Help your middle or high school students improve their science literacy with this muscle growth reading and analysis activity. The informative 2-3 page passage discusses how muscles grow, factors affecting growth, and strategies to maximize muscle increase. It tackles concepts like muscle anatomy, physiology, nutrition, exercise science and more at an accessible grade 7-8 reading level. Questions analyze the reading and develop thinking skills. The editable resource integrates easily into lessons on health, biology, PE or weight training. Share via Google Classroom for distance learning. Include it as an introductory reading, substitution lesson, challenge activity, assessment or homework. The reading analysis questions and answer key allow students to self-check understanding. Help your class gain science knowledge and practice disciplinary literacy with this engaging muscle reading.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Muscle, Growth, Nutrition, Reading, Comprehension
Organic Reactions Reading Comprehension Article
Science, Chemistry, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Organic Reactions Reading Comprehension Article: A Comprehensive Teaching Resource Organic Reactions Reading Comprehension Article is an essential educational resource ideal for teachers and homeschoolers, focusing on the principles of disciplinary literacy primarily within the sphere of organic chemistry reactions. This resource is incredibly beneficial for students in grades 11-12, but also accommodates individuals seeking to fortify their knowledge in this scientific domain. The article details various types of organic chemical reactions including acid-base reactions, elimination reactions, addition reactions, substitution reactions and rearrangement reactions. Apart from strengthening your students' foundational understanding of these topics it effortlessly segues them onto comprehension activities aimed towards refining their analytical skills. The resource comprises several question types— direct knowledge (from the paper), thinking questions (requiring critical thought), connecting concepts from diverse areas, , and open-ended inquiries to promote a deeper understanding. Versatility & Convenience The strength of this science reading article lies in its adaptability; useful in a collective class setting or individual small group settings—it's even valuable as an out-of-school learning asset making it perfect for homework assignments! Incredibly time-efficient; no prep work or formatting required! Just download/print/upload to your class sites as needed—conveniently designed for both online or offline education scenes. An impressive feature being its design inclusivity customizable to educator’s specific needs; perfect to match distinct classroom requirements and pace adjustments—a truly teacher-friendly feature! In conclusion; "Organic Reactions: A Science Reading Article" offers more than just a study aid—it’s a comprehensive solution mitigating many challenges in modern education. It’s designed to enhance disciplinary literacy, improve students' reading comprehension and enable emergency substitute procedures ensuring productive learning continues relentlessly. Remember, this resource is more than just a handy printed tool—it’s an educational ally professionally engineered to yield the best learning outcomes in your classroom.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Organic Reactions, Chemistry, Reading Comprehension, Science Education, Critical Thinking
Research Organizer & Essay Assignment: Agatha Christie
ELA, Literature, Writing, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, Activities, Projects, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Few authors have mastered the art of the mystery like Agatha Christie. This resource provides your students with the opportunity to independently research and write about the life of the renowned author of And Then There Were None , Murder on the Orient Express, and many other classic mysteries, 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 Agatha Christie 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: - An Agatha Christie 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) - An Agatha Christie 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 Agatha Christie 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, Outlining
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet: Reading Restaurant Menus Level 4
Special Resources, Creative Arts, Art, Social Emotional Learning (SEL), Special Education Needs (SEN), Speech Therapy, Life Skills, Grade 7, 8, 9, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Money Math Life Skills Worksheet : Reading Restaurant Menus Level 4 helps middle school students practice essential money management abilities. This interactive 192-question worksheet uses six sample breakfast and lunch menus to teach calculating meal costs with sales tax, tips, discounts, and multiple menu items. Students determine total costs for meals with two, three, and four menu items. The step-by-step questions reinforce computational skills and real-world application. Use this printable resource for special education, life skills instruction, speech therapy, ABA, or to set IEP goals. It engages students using relevant examples to build money math abilities for greater independence. Color and black-and-white versions are included. Related products help students practice money skills for grocery and clothes shopping.
Author Adulting Life Skills Resources
Tags Life Skills Money Math, Special Education Money Math, Independent Living Skills, IEP Goal-Oriented Skills, Autism Resource For Parent, Adulting On The Spectrum, Social And Emotional Learning, Life Skills For Teens, Life Skills For Adults, Autism And Money Skills
ESL Novel Study - Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess - Jeff Kinney
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Reading, Library, Writing, Creative Writing, Grade 6, 7, 8, 9, Worksheets & Printables, Novel Studies, Worksheets, Writing Prompts
ESL Novel Study Worksheets on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess" by Jeff Kinney In this fantastic ESL teaching resource it is offered a comprehensive novel study worksheet activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) focused on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess" by American author Jeff Kinney. Ideal for post reading activities, this English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) teaching resource can be more than great to enhance students' overall understanding of this coming of age novel by American author Jeff Kinney . The English Second or Foreign Language Novel Study activity (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets) can be ideal for ESL EFL TESOL learners in middle and high school (from 6th grade to 9th grade, teen students ). In this Novel Study on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess" (3 printable PDF pages; Worksheets), English Second or Foreign Language teachers (ESL EFL) can find the following ESL novel study activities: 1 part on general information (author's name, genre, and publishing date) 1 part related to New Vocabulary Learned (1 space where to write 10 new words they learned and 1 space where students can write their related meaning) 1 part related to the story timeline (story timeline where learners set in a chronological order the most important moments during the narration) First writing activity on students' review on the novel Second writing activity (imagining to write a letter to Greg Heffley, the main character, and to give him some advice) Third writing activity (pretending to be a character, other than Greg Heffley, and describing a scene of the book from his/her point of view + space where students can draw with comic bubbles the scene they described) This ESL EFL (English Second or Foreign Language) Novel Study Activity on "Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Hot Mess" by American author Jeff Kinney (3 PDF Printable Slides; worksheets) can be suitable for ESL EFL learners from 6th grade to 9th grade to study this coming of age novel Learning with Alan is a Teaching Resource/Educational Material Store whose aim is to help Teachers, Educators and Tutors to achieve their teaching objectives while creating a fun and stimulating learning and teaching environment. Remember. Learning is Fun. Never Forget! If you want to browse more of my English Second or Foreign Language (ESL EFL) Teaching Resources, click here Learning with Alan!
Author Learning with Alan
Tags ESL, English Second Language, English, Novel Study, Worksheets, Diary Of A Wimpy Kid, Teens, Book Companion, Writing Activity, Printable
Sample Science Fiction Story w/ Analysis Activities – Secondary ELA
ELA, Reading, Reading Comprehension, Literature, Writing, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Activities, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
This no-prep short science fiction story with analysis activities is perfect for a 1-2 day sub plan or as an introduction to a larger unit on story-genre or creative writing. Richard Post’s “The Hallway” will appropriately introduce the elements of science fiction stories to your students, and the included analysis questions and response essay assignment are designed to build strong analysis and writing skills. Planning a week-long unit around this resource could not be easier! Start by handing out the story and analysis questions to your students and let them read the story and answer the questions (or read the story aloud and answer the questions as a discussion - your choice!). Once you feel your students are ready for their understanding of the story to be assessed, hand out the literary analysis essay assignment. The essay's prompt is based upon response questions and the worksheet also includes literary analysis writing tips, a peer review checklist, and Common Core-aligned rubric for straightforward grading. Your download includes the following: - The short science fiction narrative "The Hallway," by Richard Post (written exclusively for The Language of Educational Art) - 8 accompanying response questions (w/ answer key) designed to further your students' understanding of the structure and thematic concepts found in science fiction stories - A self-checking Easel activity version of the analysis questions - A literary analysis essay assignment that builds on students' understanding of "The Hallway" and how science fiction narratives are structured (40 points - tied to 4 Common Core Standards) SYNOPSIS OF ‘THE HALLWAY': It's 2141, and Dr. Abraham Lazarouch has spent the past eighty years inventing the technology to cure death. Facing his "original-life" mortality, Dr. Lazarouch reflects on his long career while being prepared for life as a BioDroid. But what awaits the doctor on the far end of the Hallway? ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Richard Post came late to writing YA literature, but he has been a storyteller and raconteur his entire life. When he’s not writing short stories for The Language of Educational Art, he enjoys fishing for rock bass on Higgins Lake, hunting pheasants on the farms of mid-Michigan, bottling sun pickles (here's his famous recipe ), hosting “whoopie” parties for his grandchildren, and playing cribbage. He lives with his wife Beverly in St. Louis, Michigan and Orange Beach, Alabama. Although this resource can be fitted for any secondary Language Arts classroom, it has been carefully designed to work best in grades 9 through 12. The included activities and rubric are subtly but specifically tied to Common Core ELA Standards for Language (1 and 2), Reading Literature (2), and Writing (2). This resource is provided as a print-ready, bookmarked, and adjustable PDF file. This resource contains 13 pages.
Author The Language of Educational Art, LLC
Tags Science Fiction, Literary Analysis, Sample Essay, Essay
Coral Reefs Reading Comprehension Article
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Coral Reefs Reading Comprehension Article Dive into coral reef ecosystems and threats to their future with this science reading article. Students read a 2.5-3 page passage and answer knowledge, thinking, connecting, and open-ended questions. This resource builds literacy and science skills. Use it to introduce coral reefs, boost reading comprehension, develop analysis abilities, challenge faster learners, provide extra credit, and measure literacy growth. It also works well as an emergency sub plan. The reading, questions, and answer key will take 50-75 minutes. Editing enabled formatting makes assigning easy. Save time prepping and meet standards with this engaging substitute lesson. See other available health, Earth/space, physics, chemistry, biology, ecology, disaster sci-lit reading practice!
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Coral, Reefs, Underwater, Reading, Comprehension
A Quick Look At The Basics Of English Grammar (8 years +)
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
A Quick Look At The Basics Of English Grammar (8 Years +) This study pack is designed to offer an engaging approach to building English language skills for middle school-aged students and beyond. Particularly useful for those with English as a second language, it encompasses a wide range of techniques and strategies for improving written and spoken fluency in a fun, enjoyable way. Key features include: Tutorials and exercises tailored for intermediary-level learners. Lessons on idioms and colloquial phrases common among native speakers, usually absent from standard textbooks. Detailed explanations on preposition selection after verbs—an integral aspect of grammar—to help students communicate more naturally. The lessons are presented in an imaginative way featuring our comic character 'Zoggy', who makes learning easy, fun and exciting. Students also get guidelines on drafting formal letters—a crucial part of communication—all throughout the practice sessions. Vocabulary Building: Bland words are subtly replaced by impressive alternatives to enrich users' linguistic abilities dramatically. This ensures effective vocabulary expansion among learners alongside enhancing their grammatical skills. Educators Rejoice! Educators can employ various techniques included herein: whole class instruction or small group activities. These worksheets can also be used as assignments for homework when reinforcement outside regular class time seems apt—providing ample flexibility within teaching plans. Including this resource into your existing curriculum or homeschooling routine promises dramatic improvement in pupils’ grasp over the intricacies of English language—a systematic approach keeping bilingual speakers at heart is utilized. Written lucidly with interesting exercises throughout, this learning resource guarantees substantial advancement among users irrespective of their current comfort level with the language.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags English Grammar, Language Skills, Idioms, Prepositions, Vocabulary Expansion
Greenhouse Effect - Reading Article - Grade 8 and Up
Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Environmental Science, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Greenhouse Effect Reading Comprehension This scientific literacy resource helps students understand the greenhouse effect. The engaging 2.5 page article and comprehension questions are designed for grades 8+. The reading fosters critical thinking skills. Students learn key concepts like atmosphere composition, sources of greenhouse gases, and mitigation strategies. Comprehension and analysis questions range from knowledge-based to open-ended. An answer key is provided. This flexible NO PREP resource works for whole group, small group, or independent practice. Fully editable, it easily adapts to in-class or distance learning. The reading integrates seamlessly with Google Classroom in a click. Students access the article in Word, PDF, or Google Docs formats. Use this to build literacy, introduce environmental concepts, provide a substitute plan, offer extra credit/extension, or assess skills. It helps meet NGSS, TEKS and Common Core standards while saving teachers valuable time.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Ecosystems, Greenhouse, Effect, Reading, Comprehension
Use Better Vocabulary In Your Writing: nice and got (EFL Work Pack) 8+
ELA, Language Development, ESL, Grade 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
The Use Better Vocabulary In Your Writing: nice and got (EFL Work Pack) 8+ This is a versatile teaching resource developed specifically to aid in improving English as a foreign language . Whether it's being used in public schools, homeschools, or personal tutoring sessions, its benefits are wide-ranging. 'Zoggy the Alien' , our quirky character guide keeps lessons engaging and sticky. It ensures that students not only have fun but also retain information effectively. What's Included? Vital aspects of mastering written English. A plethora of idiomatic expressions commonly used by fluent speakers. An expanding vocabulary toolkit full of exciting word alternatives. Tutorials on selecting the correct prepositions after verbs to enhance sentence structure and fluency. Additionally, these packs thoroughly demonstrate the appropriate format for formal letters—a crucial skill often forgotten during language learning. Efficient Learning Approach: We aim to ensure each lesson does more than simply deliver knowledge. The packs provide an assortment of exercises that solidify new concepts through practice and reinforcement. They transform theory into practical skills—encouraging extensive understanding through activity-based learning experiences, Designed beneficially for learners from grade four through grade twelve—or even adults wishing to improve their English—the comprehensive nature of this resource makes it suitable for many different educational stages. Potential Impact: No matter whether you're planning for small group instruction within your classroom or providing independent study materials at home – this pack accommodates multiple educational needs while propelling students toward higherEnglish proficiency levels. The ultimate goal? A notable improvement in your student’s command over English at the end of each pack.
Author Guinea Pig Education
Tags Teaching Resource, English As A Foreign Language, Vocabulary Improvement, Idiomatic Expressions, Written English
Physical Adaptations Reading Comprehension Article
Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Grade 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Product: Physical Adaptations Reading Comprehension Article This is an exceptional educational tool tailored for high-school and advanced middle-school levels. The product aims at converging literacy and the study of science through a guided reading process coupled with question-answer sessions emanating from a thematic scientific article. Potential Use: Whole group instructions - directing elaborate discussion on content. Small group work - fostering collaboration among peers. As homework - encouraging individual learning beyond school hours. About the Article: The article navigates engaging subjects like physical as well as behavioral adaptations occurring in animals and plants existing in challenging environments or tropical rainforests. It incorporates questions extending from factual inquiries directly derived from the text to intriguing, connective applications requiring critical thinking skills. Versatility & Accessibility: The resource stands out with its adaptability to both traditional classroom settings or remote learning arrangements. An added perk is its easy integration with Google Classroom – instantly creating a shareable copy of the reading material uploaded onto your Google Drive. Plus, options to customize according to respective needs over Microsoft Word along with availability in PDF version guarantee unrestricted access— no matter what device specifications teachers and students use. Pedagogical Value: Apart from its user-friendly technical aspects, this tool serves vital pedagogical purposes: developing literacy skills while tying them up with real-world applications such biological adaptations within life sciences context. Additionally, this resource significantly boosts analytical abilities via multiple choice questions together with open-ended ones set within manageable readability intervals (50-75 minutes), fostering participation during sessions leading them into practical scenarios demanding solution-driven innovative thinking—as all these are obtained from eco-literacy-backed biology subject exposure influenced by students’ everyday encounters reflecting on cases emphasized throughout the material. Various biology subjects such as ecological relationships understanding are also encompassed within accompanying worksheets provided for exploration.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Physical Adaptations, Reading Comprehension, Science Education, Animal Adaptations, Plant Adaptations
Hot-Air Balloons Reading Comprehension Article - Grade 8 and Up
Science, Physics, Grade 8, 9, 10, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Hot-Air Balloons. This resource is suitable for high school students as well as strong middle school students. Tackle literacy and science by having your students read and answer questions from a scientific article. Questions include knowledge (direct from the paper), thinking, connecting, application, and open-ended varieties. No prep, no formatting, no issues. Simply download, print (or upload to your class site), and you're all set. This resource is fully editable for your convenience This resource covers the following topics: - Pressure, volume, and temperature - Early hot-air balloons - How do hot-air balloons work? - Balloon launch - Balloon controls - Balloon landing Google Classroom and Distance Learning Ready This resource is perfect for in-class or distance learning and integrates seamlessly with Google Classroom. Automatically creates a copy of the reading and puts it directly into your Google Drive with a single click. Purchase --> Open --> Click --> Assign to your students The reading also includes a Microsoft Word and PDF version. Having all three options allow you to assign the reading to your students without worrying about formatting issues as all the work has already been done for you. It also allows you, as well as your students , to access everything no matter where you are or what kind of equipment is being used. --------------------------------------------------- The Problem You Face - Not having the time to properly teach scientific literacy (disciplinary literacy) or improve your students reading comprehension and analysis skills. The Solution This fully editable, NO PREP reading comprehension article is composed of relevant, applicable and engaging reading activities which can be used to: • introduce your topic • improve your students reading comprehension and scientific literacy skills • improve your students' analysis skills • provide an extension activity to students who move at a faster pace • provide extra credit to students in need • measure your students literacy skills --------------------------------------------------- This resource will take your students between 50-75 minutes to complete and includes some open-ended questions. An answer key is also included for your reference. ----------------------------------------------- You might also be interested in the following individual reading comprehension articles: Health: • The Common Cold • The Flu • Exercise and its Importance for Health • Stem Cell Therapy: The Future of Medicine? • Concussions • Poliomyelitis - Polio • Smallpox • The Measles • Genetics and Gene Therapy • Heart Diseases • Cancer • The Effects of Caffeine • Down syndrome • HIV/AIDS - Informing the Public and Dispelling the Misconceptions • The Effect of Stress on the Brain • The Effect of Sugar on the Body • Whooping Cough • Asthma and Asthma Attacks • The Immune System • Farming: Organic vs. Conventional • The Dangers of Smoking • Parkinson’s Disease • Protective Equipment - Keeping you safe • Fats • Tinnitus – Ringing in the Ears • Cystic Fibrosis • The Effects Of Binge Drinking On Teenagers • Multiple Sclerosis • Painkillers • Diabetes • Radioactivity • Scarring • Allergies • Carbohydrates, Lipids, and Health • The Placebo Effect • The Nervous System Earth and Space: • The Northern and Southern Lights • The Limitations of Space Travel • Why is the Sky Blue? An application of light waves • Stars - The Element Factories of the Universe • Solar and Lunar Eclipses • The Different Types of Clouds • How Weather Works • Natural Disasters • Thunderstorms • Fossils • Geologic Time • Watersheds • Hurricanes • Planets • Phases of Water Energy: • Fossil Fuels • Nuclear Energy: Fission and Fusion • Hydroelectric Energy Production • Solar Energy Production • Wind Energy Production • Renewable Energy Production • Hydraulic Fracturing - Fracking • Biofuels - Food or Fuel? • Electric House • Energy Use and Conservation Physics: • Magnets and Electromagnets • Roller Coasters - History, Design, and Function • How Do Boats Float? • Optical Phenomena • The Effects of Everyday Forces • Hydraulics • Hot-Air Balloons • Simple Machines • Automobile Safety • Pneumatics Chemistry: • The Chemistry of Explosions • Plastics: A Marvel Of Innovation • The Chemistry of Paint • Water Softeners and Hard Water • Cleaning up Acid Spills • The Accumulation of Plastic in the Ocean • Chemistry of Cooking • Chemistry of Cosmetics • Blood Analysis and Forensics • Radioactivity • Desalination for Drinking Water • Rust-Proofing Biology: • Fermentation and Food • DNA Paternity Tests • Laser Eye Surgery • Physical Adaptations • Muscle Growth • Genetically Modified Organisms • Mosquitoes And The Diseases They Spread • Twins • GERD and Acid Reflux - A Digestive System Disease • Bats – Misconceptions, Importance, and Facts • Superbugs - The Super Villains of Modern Medicine • Heart Attack and Stroke • Why Leaves Change Color In The Fall Ecology and the Environment: • Invasive Species • Ecosystems • Pesticides • The Importance of Bees • Coral Reef Ecosystems and their Future • Climate Change • Hydraulic Fracturing - Fracking • Farming: Organic vs. Conventional • Oil Spills and Their Consequences • Bioaccumulation and Biomagnification • RuBisCO - Earth's Most Important Protein • Symbiotic relationships between plants and insects • Smog - Its Causes and Dangers • Ocean Acidification • Pollution Control Devices • Tap vs Bottled Water • Predator Prey Relationships • Greenhouse Effect Natural Disasters: • Volcanoes: The Benefits and Devastation • Earthquakes Part 1 • Earthquakes Part 2 • Tsunamis • How the Dinosaurs Died -------------------------------------------- Each summary is rich with age appropriate content (grades 8 and up) and is 2.5-3 pages long (13-font). Following each is a list of 8-13 questions along with the answer key, which will help guide your students understanding. How this product will help your students: - Improve their scientific and disciplinary literacy skills - Improve their reading comprehension and scientific knowledge - Give them insights into important scientific concepts - Provide an extension activity for your faster moving/more gifted students How this product will help you: - Allow you to meet the NGSS, TEKS and Common Core Standards - Provide you with a concise introduction to your topic - Provide you with an engaging and easy to leave substitute plan which will keep your students engaged and on task - Prove you a means of measuring your students' literacy skills We don't spend enough time teaching scientific literacy to our students. This is either because we don't have the resources to do so effectively or we don't have the time. However, teaching our students to become scientifically literate is vital if we want them to succeed in life. We need them to know about the world they live in and about the issues they face. Even issues as simple as the common cold are misunderstood and can lead to the misuse of antibacterial drugs eventually rendering them ineffective. It can be used as a tool in your teaching arsenal on a regular basis, an extension activity for your faster learners, left for a substitute in an emergency or planned absence or as an extra bit of information for a topic. ***************************** For free resources , useful teaching tips, and tools, please visit my blog - TeachScienceWithFergy.com If you have any questions please feel free to send me an email - devon@teachwithfergy.com
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Air, Balloons, Physics, Velocity, Reading, How To Drive Hot Air Balloon Rust, Rust How To Control Hot Air Balloon
Trigonometry
Math, Trigonometry, Grade 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Trigonometry Workbook Gear up to explore the intriguing world of trigonometry with this comprehensive workbook designed for students in Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12. This teaching resource focuses on stimulating activities that provide a solid introduction to trigonometry. It incorporates a variety of puzzles and self-check formats that challenge students to think creatively, thereby encouraging an interactive learning environment. This workbook is not just an assortment of worksheets but an easy-to-use guide offering a clear explanation of every featured trigonometric topic at the beginning of each page. These explanations serve as quick references for the students, providing extra review and immediate reinforcement. As such, it ensures understanding before allowing them to dive into hands-on exercises. Each page within this resource aims not only at improving your student's knowledge but building their skills in different areas including: Reasoning Critical thinking Problem-solving alongside their fundamental understanding of Trigonometry concepts such as sine, cosine tangent etc. The workbook also boasts a special assessment section included towards the close end. This unique feature allows educators an opportunity to gauge student progress accurately and is designed specifically with preparatory materials for standardized testing in mind making it versatile enough to use it within various settings - whether it be large groups in classrooms or smaller focus groups during study sessions or even one-on-one tutoring. Consisting Of 48 ready-to-print pages digitally available as a PDF file type; this workbook provides substantial instruction in digestible segments without becoming overwhelming- perfect for homework assignments or reinforcing classroom lessons. In short; The Trigonometry Workbook provides thoughtfully curated content aimed at strengthening core mathematical competency while simultaneously encouraging independent thinking among students.
Author Classroom Complete Press
Tags Math Workbook, Trigonometry Problems, Functions, Right Triangle, Solving Equations
Percent and Decimal Word Problems: Property Taxes Life Skills
Life Studies, Home Economics, Finance, Math, Decimals, Percentages, Special Resources, Life Skills, Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets, Word Problems
Property Taxes: What they are, rates around the world, what they are used for, and how to calculate them! A great way to practice percent to decimal conversions, decimal operations, and rate and ratio learning! This two-page life skills and math worksheet is a quick and easy personal financial literacy activity for your middle or high school students. The Handout portion introduces your students to: Important vocabulary and definitions: property tax and a home’s assessed value . A variety of global property tax rates (ranging from 0.08% – 2.64%) in locations in the United States, Canada, and even Europe. A prompt about why rates vary (lower rates where property is expensive and higher rates where property is cheaper) is also included. What the money collected from property tax revenues is used for: from schools to sewers and roads to emergency services including fire fighters. The Worksheet portion has real-world math practice for your class: Students are taught how they can calculate an annual property tax amount using percentages converted to decimals. First, they practice converting between percents and decimals. Then, they multiply a home's assessed value by the property tax percentage (written as a decimal) in the municipality. 10 practice math questions are included for your students to work on. Finally, they will research the local property tax rate in their area: great real-life learning! A COMPLETE ANSWER KEY INCLUDED- so there is no guesswork when marking! Grades to Use With: This lesson is designed for any students in grades 7-12 who understand percent to decimal conversions, ratios and rates, and decimal operations (specifically multiplying a large number by a decimal). It could be used in high school family and consumer science class, business or economics, applied math, or even life skills classes. If you enjoy this lesson, check out others in my store: Income Tax Sales Tax Capital Gains Tax
Author Grace Under Pressure
Tags Percent Word Problems, Decimal Word Problems, Taxes, Property Tax, Family Consumer Sciences, Financial Literacy, Life Skills, Personal Finance, Home Economics, Percent Worksheet
Parkinson’s Disease - Science Reading Article - Grade 8 and Up
Science, Life Sciences, Biology, Grade 9, 10, 11, 12, Worksheets & Printables, Worksheets
Parkinson's Disease Reading Comprehension - Grade 8+ This informative science article teaches students in grades 8 and up about Parkinson's disease - its symptoms, causes, treatments, and facts. The reading is accompanied by critical thinking questions that develop scientific literacy, reading comprehension, and analysis skills. As a time-saving teaching resource, this engaging substitute plan facilitates differentiated instruction. Students read the article independently and answer knowledge-based, evaluative, and open-ended questions. Then, class discussion facilitates the application of concepts. This activity takes 50-75 minutes and integrates smoothly with Google Classroom through multiple file type options. Overall, this well-researched reading fosters disciplinary literacy and boosts comprehension. Through insightful facts and perspectives, students gain a nuanced understanding of Parkinson’s while strengthening analysis abilities.
Author Teach With Fergy
Tags Parkinson, Disease, Reading, Comprehension, Human Body