When teaching narrative writing, students (like adults - and even some authors!) will overuse said when adding dialogue tags. 100 Synonyms for Said will help students use other descriptors, such as shrieked, gloated, or quipped. The best way to introduce 100 Synonyms for Said is to have student highlight ten words they feel comfortable using – then use them! Have students keep 100 Synonyms for Said in their notebooks for easy access. They will be sure to screeeeeeech with joy!!!

The Pretty Dolls Anti-Bullying PowerPoint is a book and anti-bullying lesson all packed in one. Your students will be agog with this award-winning story that addresses Common Core Literacy Standards while teaching empathy in the classroom. PowerPoint includes recall and evaluation questions while promoting class discussion on respect for others. A perfect way to maximize your instruction by fostering character education while raising literacy scores. Aligned with Common Core State Standards: RL.K.2, RL.1.2, RL.2.2, RL.3.2

Expressly designed for 6-12th graders, Create a Bookmark that can be used as a chapter check or a culminating reading activity, perhaps in lieu of the ordinary book report. Create a Bookmark that reinforces literacy and common core language arts standards, while allowing for individual expression. It is a student/teacher-friendly, hands-on classroom resource that includes the following elements: • Title • Author • Theme of book • Character quotation • Scene from the book • Summary of the book

Expressly designed for 4-12th graders, invent a character that can be used as a whole class instructional aide or in small group literature circles. The guide reinforces literacy and common core language arts standards and is highly recommended for reluctant readers. Invent a character that can be adapted to any short story or novel when teaching character analysis strategies. It is a student/teacher-friendly, hands-on classroom resource. <BR> Aligned with Common Core State Standards: W.4.3, W.5.3, W.6.3, W.7.3, W.8.3, W.9-10.3, W.11-12.3

<p>The Pretty Dolls Character Education Curriculum Guide is a hands on lesson packet that addresses thematic concepts of character education, anti-bullying, and Common Core Literacy standards. The student/teacher-friendly, hands-on Character Education Guide expressly designed for the primary grades, reinforces literacy through common core standards and includes the following: • Introduction • Kids’ Book Club Discussion Questions • Pretty Dolls Book Questions • Kindness/Respect Reflection Sheets • Draw a Scene • Reader’s Theater • Pretty Dolls Coloring Page</p>

What is the difference between analyzing and defining? Comparing and contrasting? In this kid-friendly PowerPoint, your students will become test-taking pros as they learn to differentiate common academic terms that they will need to know in high school, college, and beyond. A gem of a lesson if there ever was one!!!

Used as a whole class instructional aid or in small group literature circles, the curriculum guide reinforces literacy and common core language arts standards and is highly recommended for reluctant readers. It is a student/teacher-friendly, hands-on classroom resource that includes the following items: • Introduction • Double Entry Journal • Discussion Questions • Literature Response Frame • Write Your Own Diary Entry • Word Search • Create a Bookmark • Character Analysis • Other Activities

If you are a teacher who wants to see growth, student data chats are essential! With The Art of the Student Data Chat PowerPoint, it couldn’t be more simple or effective. This (29) slide product has everything you need including research facts, tips and tricks, materials, step-by-step guide, data wall inspo., and (10) data chat discussion slides to help you facilitate effective and inspiring data chats with your students. You and your students will love this academic game changer! Need to get your colleagues on the same page? Perfect for PD and Department Meetings! Five Benefits to Facilitating Student Data Chats: Data chats help students learn to take ownership of their own progress and set appropriate goals. Students who participate in data chats show marked increased levels of motivation. Students who engage in data chats learn to organize information and graphically represent the information. Students who engage in data chats share a common language with their teacher and peers. Students who consistently track their performance through data chats are better informed about how they’re doing, hold themselves accountable to do better, and prove to be more confident learners.

No need to worry about the first day with the ultimate Back to School PowerPoint. You will set a positive tone while establishing your classroom procedures and routines with this student-friendly presentation. Slides cover all the pertinent information including classroom homework policy, daily schedule, expectations, your pet peeves (every teacher has them!), supply list, grading/extra credit policy, and a fun, ice-breaker interview activity your students will love. This 24-slide PowerPoint template can be used for any subject or grade. Simply “fill in the blanks” with your own particulars. A must-needed gem for every teacher!!

Teach writing? Ensure your students know and understand the difference between Revision and Editing with Revision and Editing Checklist. Product includes a graphic organizer writing tool using the acronyms ARMS (Add, Remove, Move, Substitute) and CUPS (Capitalize, Usage, Punctuation, Spelling) with space for note-taking. Perfect for writing assessment practice, peer editing practice, or literacy centers.

Teaching Arthur Miller’s The Crucible? This 43-slide The Crucible PowerPoint is all you need to guarantee a stimulating, thought provoking, Common Core-aligned unit. Slide deck includes author information on Arthur Miller, anticipation questions, historical background on the Salem Witch Trials, craft/structure analysis, and rigorous discussion questions/answers that reflect depth of knowledge.

Teaching how to write a thesis to students? It can be daunting - but with the How to Write a Thesis Statement PowerPoint, you have everything you need for an exemplary lesson! Common Core-aligned Product includes 34 slides on what makes a strong thesis statement, steps for writing a thesis statement, tips and tricks, multiple CFU’s (Checks for Understanding), and a Bridge to Practice Formative Assessment. Your students will be ready to get their research on in no time!

Teaching George Orwell’s Animal Farm? Assess your students’ comprehension level and access higher order thinking skills with the Animal Farm Close Reading Assessment Test. Close-read questions include (30) multiple choice addressing comprehension, key ideas, craft and structure, literary elements, and (3) short constructed response writing questions. Common Core aligned. Answer key included. Perfect for ready-to-go sub plans, close read practice, or semester exam.

Teaching George Orwell’s Animal Farm? This 40-slide all-inclusive Animal Farm PowerPoint is all you need to guarantee a stimulating, thought provoking, Common Core-aligned unit. Slide deck includes author information on Orwell, anticipation questions, allegorical background, craft/structure, rigorous discussion questions/answers that reflect depth of knowledge, and engaging writing activities.

Teaching Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven”? Elevate your class with an amazing Raven Gallery Walk, a best practice strategy that includes reading, writing, speaking, and listening components. This 16-page ready-to-go lesson incorporates everything you need, including Gallery Walk Guidelines, (12) Eye-Catching Gallery Walk Posters with significant quotations, Note Catcher, and a comprehensive answer key for a formative/summative assessment. Perfect for a top-notch evaluation or ready-to-go sub plans! Common Core-aligned. Seven Benefits of the Gallery Walk: Gallery Walks enhance critical thinking and collaboration. Gallery Walks improve speaking and listening skills. Gallery Walks increase student engagement and motivation. Gallery Walks enhance reading comprehension Gallery Walks encourage diverse perspectives and cultivate empathy. Gallery Walks build confidence and hone communication skills.

Teaching Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol? Elevate your class with an amazing A Christmas Carol Gallery Walk, a best practice strategy that includes reading, writing, speaking, and listening components. This 16-page ready-to-go lesson incorporates everything you need, including Gallery Walk Guidelines, (12) Eye-Catching Gallery Walk Posters with significant quotations, Note Catcher, and a comprehensive answer key for a formative/summative assessment. Perfect for a top-notch evaluation or ready-to-go sub plans! Common Core-aligned. Seven Benefits of the Gallery Walk: Gallery Walks enhance critical thinking and collaboration. Gallery Walks improve speaking and listening skills. Gallery Walks increase student engagement and motivation. Gallery Walks enhance reading comprehension Gallery Walks encourage diverse perspectives and cultivate empathy. Gallery Walks build confidence and hone communication skills.

Teaching Edgar Allan Poe’s “Annabel Lee”? Elevate your class with an amazing Annabel Lee Gallery Walk, a best practice strategy that includes reading, writing, speaking, and listening components. This 15-page ready-to-go lesson incorporates everything you need, including Gallery Walk Guidelines, (10) Eye-Catching Gallery Walk Posters with significant quotations, Note Catcher, and a comprehensive answer key for a formative/summative assessment. Perfect for a top-notch evaluation or ready-to-go sub plans! Common Core-aligned. Seven Benefits of the Gallery Walk: Gallery Walks enhance critical thinking and collaboration. Gallery Walks improve speaking and listening skills. Gallery Walks increase student engagement and motivation. Gallery Walks enhance reading comprehension Gallery Walks encourage diverse perspectives and cultivate empathy. Gallery Walks build confidence and hone communication skills.

Teaching Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet? Elevate your class with an amazing Romeo and Juliet Gallery Walk, a best practice strategy that includes reading, writing, speaking, and listening components. This 16-page ready-to-go lesson incorporates everything you need, including Gallery Walk Guidelines, (12) Eye-Catching Gallery Walk Posters with significant quotations, Note Catcher, and a comprehensive answer key for a formative/summative assessment. Perfect for a top-notch evaluation or ready-to-go sub plans! Common Core-aligned. Seven Benefits of the Gallery Walk: Gallery Walks enhance critical thinking and collaboration. Gallery Walks improve speaking and listening skills. Gallery Walks increase student engagement and motivation. Gallery Walks enhance reading comprehension Gallery Walks encourage diverse perspectives and cultivate empathy. Gallery Walks build confidence and hone communication skills.

Teaching William Golding’s Lord of the Flies? Elevate your class with an amazing Lord of the Flies Gallery Walk, a best practice strategy that includes reading, writing, speaking, and listening components. This 16-page ready-to-go lesson incorporates everything you need, including Gallery Walk Guidelines, (12) Eye-Catching Gallery Walk Posters with significant quotations, Note Catcher, and a comprehensive answer key for a formative/summative assessment. Perfect for a top-notch evaluation or ready-to-go sub plans! Common Core-aligned. Seven Benefits of the Gallery Walk: Gallery Walks enhance critical thinking and collaboration. Gallery Walks improve speaking and listening skills. Gallery Walks increase student engagement and motivation. Gallery Walks enhance reading comprehension Gallery Walks encourage diverse perspectives and cultivate empathy. Gallery Walks build confidence and hone communication skills.

Teaching Robert Frost’s “Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening”? This 38-slide all-inclusive Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening PowerPoint is all you need to guarantee a stimulating, thought provoking, Common Core-aligned lesson. Slides include background information on Frost, anticipation questions, the text, rigorous discussion questions, and engaging writing activities. Your students will be making real life connections to this classic poem as they practice their literary analysis skills. Easy for you - engaging for them! *This lesson is all-inclusive and sub-friendly. Keep them learning, even when you’re not there!