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"The Cask of Amontillado" Discussion Activity
This presents a discussion sheet to be used with Poe's "The Cask of Amontillado." The questions can be done in small groups, as a class, or indivi...
By Marsha Mentzer
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Short Fiction Final Project and Rubrics
Short Fiction Final Project and Rubrics
I've found that giving students choice in how they demonstrate their learning often results in better quality work, and more positive attitudes in ...
By Sarah Gavan
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Subject: English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Short Stories Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th Duration: N/A
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"The Masque of the Red Death" Study Guide
This is a standards-based and comprehensive study guide for "The Masque of the Red Death" by Edgar Allan Poe. It includes an engaging pre-writing ...
By The English Guy
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Wonder Wags Sight Words Program Guide
Wonder Wags Sight Words Program Guide
This is the Program Guide for the Sight Words Workbook and should be purchased together. This guide explains how to use the workbooks and teach ch...
By Mary Ann Graziani
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Subject: Balanced Literacy, Reading, Short Stories Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 2nd, Homeschooler Duration: 1 Month
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Language Arts: Poe Final Creative Assignment
Language Arts: Poe Final Creative Assignment
7th grade Advanced Langauge Arts class, with GATE inclusion: After reading 3 different Poe stories (we read Cask of Amontillado, Masque of the Red...
By P. S. Largo
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 7th Duration: N/A
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Hills Like White Elephants Symbolism Chart
Hills Like White Elephants Symbolism Chart
This is an excellent handout to accompna the reading of Hemingway's "Hills Like White Elephants." HAve students work in pairs or groups to uncover...
By Erin Sayar
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Subject: Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Adult Education Duration: N/A
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Short Story Analysis Chart
Short Story Analysis Chart
This is a PowerPoint presentation that details what students have to do in order to analyze a short story. The basic elements of the story are the...
By Shannon Bailey
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: N/A
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Leninghan versus the Ants Scavenger Hunt and KEY
Leninghan versus the Ants Scavenger Hunt and KEY
This is a fifty question study guide/scavenger hunt that is designed to be used as the students read the short story; Lenigan Versus the Ants. The ...
By Lonnie Jones Taylor
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Subject: Short Stories Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Homeschooler Duration: 45 Minutes
Type: Examinations - Quizzes, Study Guides

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"About Ed Ricketts" by John Steinbeck: Unit for Log from Sea of Cortez
This download includes a 2-page study guide for John Steinbeck’s preface to The Log from the Sea of Cortez: “About Ed Ricketts,” as well as 1...
By Writing Guy
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Subject: Literature, Short Stories, Reading Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 2 Days
Type: Examinations - Quizzes, Novel Study, Study Guides

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"The Colomber" Quiz and Discussion Activity
This presents a reading quiz and a discussion activity for Dino Buzzarti's "The Colomber." The discussion focuses on magical realism. Included is...
By Marsha Mentzer
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Elements of Fiction: Characters Guided Notes
Elements of Fiction: Characters Guided Notes
Help your students review the terminology related to characters with the Elements of Fiction: Characters Guided Notes. Pages 1, 2, and 3 can easil...
By Teacher Tricks
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Reading Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Hemingway's Indian Camp Study Guide
Hemingway's Indian Camp Study Guide
This teacher made study guide is a great companion to a student independently reading "Indian Camp." Questions emphasize both literal reading skil...
By Deb
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Subject: Short Stories Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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The Most Dangerous Game Study Guide Questions
The Most Dangerous Game Study Guide Questions
This is an orginial study guide for the short story "The Most Dangerous Game." I created it over five years ago, and I have been tweaking it ever ...
By Christy Fipps
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Subject: English, Short Stories, Literature Level(s): 8th, 9th Duration: N/A
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The Chocolate Touch Comprehension Questions
The Chocolate Touch Comprehension Questions
This product is a ready to print and use set of chapter comprehension questions and answer key. There are 2 to 4 questions per chapter that include...
By Sherrie Taylor Vann
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Reading Level(s): 3rd, 4th Duration: N/A
Type: Guided Reading Books, Literacy Center Ideas, Literature Circles

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Book Review Form
Book Review Form
This is a form for a Book Review. It is basic enough to see if the student read and understood the book. It can be used as a preliminary book rep...
By Amy Hodges
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Subject: Short Stories, Reading Level(s): 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th Duration: N/A
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Journal Writing About The Three Little Pigs
Journal Writing About The Three Little Pigs
Journal Writing About The Three Little Pigs, Students will write about the main characters and what happened to the three little pigs. ...
By Amy Anastas
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Subject: English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Short Stories Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Graphic Organizers, Printables

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Open Window Questions
Open Window Questions
Open Window--short answer and multiple choice questions. These materials are also available as part of the 125-document set: Prentice Hall Literatu...
By Dave Moeller
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 10th Duration: N/A
Type: Activities, Examinations - Quizzes

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Short Story or Reading Mini Projects - Review or Activity
Short Story or Reading Mini Projects - Review or Activity
This is a simple student handout providing 5 mini-project choices for students to complete to review a story or set of stories read in class. My s...
By Michele Luck's Social Studies
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Reading Level(s): 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: 2 hours
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Finding Nemo - Lesson Plan - Cloze text for ESL learners
Finding Nemo - Lesson Plan - Cloze text for ESL learners
After viewing the film, students can demonstrate their understanding of the plot by completing a one page summary of the film in cloze text format....
By Fred Jacob
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Subject: EFL - ESL - ELD, English Language Arts, Short Stories Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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T.C. Boyle's 'Greasy Lake' Allusion Assignment
T.C. Boyle's 'Greasy Lake' Allusion Assignment
I use T.C. Boyle's short story "Greasy Lake" (which makes heavy use of contemporary allusions) in a mini-unit on how allusions in literature can be...
By Stapleton
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Elements of Fiction: Characterization Practice Sheet
Elements of Fiction: Characterization Practice Sheet
Help your students practice working with characterization with this Characterization Practice Sheet. Pages 1 and 2 include 8 questions total: 4 mu...
By Teacher Tricks
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Reading Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Characterization Lecture and Graphic Organizer
Characterization Lecture and Graphic Organizer
This is a powerpoint lecture and graphic organizer designed to teach characterization. The graphic organizer is in both MS Word so that it can be a...
By Quality Teaching Products
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, Homeschooler Duration: Lifelong Tool
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Modified Test for The Lady or the Tiger
Modified Test for The Lady or the Tiger
This is a modified test for the short story The Lady or the Tiger by Frank Stockton. The test is in a multiple choice format for easy grading. In...
By Teacher Goodies
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Subject: Short Stories, English, ESL / ELL / EFL Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Assessment, Examinations - Quizzes, Test Prep

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A-Z Short Story
A-Z Short Story
Write a story using the alphabet. Your story must follow the order of the alphabet with the first sentence starting with the letter A, the second w...
By Georgina Long
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Writing Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Myths & Legends from Different Civilizations Guided Reading
Myths & Legends from Different Civilizations Guided Reading
5 Guided Reading Play Scripts written by Sue Russell on Myths & Legends from Different Civilizations: 1. Ancient Egypt - The Story of Isis and ...
By Robert Russell
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Subject: Ancient History, Reading, Short Stories Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th Duration: 40 Minutes
Type: Guided Reading Books, Printables, Scripts

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Elements of Fiction: Point of View Quiz
Elements of Fiction: Point of View Quiz
Quiz your students over their knowledge of point of view with the Point of View Quiz. Includes assessment over third person omniscient, third pers...
By Teacher Tricks
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Reading Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Like the Sun, Hearts & Hands, Desert Exile, and Snow Falling questions
Like the Sun, Hearts & Hands, Desert Exile, and Snow Falling questions
Like the Sun & Hearts and Hands & Desert Exile & Snow Falling--short answer and multiple choice questions. These materials are also available as pa...
By Dave Moeller
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 10th Duration: N/A
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One Act Plays from Novels and Short Stories
One Act Plays from Novels and Short Stories
All the following stories adapted for the stage: The Lady or the Tiger, Little Women, Silas Marner, Pride and Prejudice, Difficult People, A Lotter...
By Gerald Murphy
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Subject: Drama, Short Stories Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
Type: Scripts, Novel Study

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HOME GIRLS Olga Masters Comprehension Questions
HOME GIRLS Olga Masters Comprehension Questions
Comprehension Questions & Worksheets on Olga Masters' HOME GIRLS Collected short stories; 14pages+ handouts; essay topics for english and literatu...
By Angie Barillaro- Radiant Heart
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 11th, 12th, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Tell-Tale Heart Newspaper Project / Writing Assignment
Tell-Tale Heart Newspaper Project / Writing Assignment
After reading Poe's "Tell-Tale Heart" students create a newspaper based on the events in the short story. Download includes a newspaper-themed ass...
By Addie Williams
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Subject: Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Short Stories Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Literary Terms Overview
Literary Terms Overview
An overview of 30 common literary terms with examples and many illustrations. Ideal for introduction or review of common literary terms like plot,...
By Jeff Minahan
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Subject: Creative Writing, Expository Writing, Short Stories Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, Adult Education Duration: N/A
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7102-9 Edgar Allan Poe and The Masque of the Red Death
7102-9 Edgar Allan Poe and The Masque of the Red Death
In this COMPLETE lesson from InspirEd Educators, students are introduced to one of the most famous short story writers, Edgar Allan Poe. Using a s...
By Inspired Educators
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Graphic Organizer for Interpreting Poetry/Literature
Graphic Organizer for Interpreting Poetry/Literature
This is a basic graphic organizer that helps students begin to analyze poetry or literature....
By Julie Moore
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Fairy Tales Book
Fairy Tales Book
This workfile is based on traditional Fairy Tales. The activities inside, however, are new and exciting. You will find: Twenty Task Cards,...
By Paul Laporte
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Math Level(s): 1st, 2nd Duration: N/A
Type: Lesson Plans (Individual), Thematic Unit Plans, Unit Plans

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The Tell Tale Heart Vocabulary Worksheet
The Tell Tale Heart Vocabulary Worksheet
This vocabulary sheet first has students guess what the words mean by using context clues. Then, students are to match the word to the definition....
By Jennifer Rice
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Vocabulary Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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Elements of Fiction: The Interlopers Theme Analysis, Team Discussion
Elements of Fiction: The Interlopers Theme Analysis, Team Discussion
Help your students understand the theme in The Interlopers, by Saki. Includes directions to facilitate a team discussion, points to guide the discu...
By Teacher Tricks
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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"Big Mama and Grandma Ghana" GR Comp Q's
Big Mama and Grandma Ghana By Angela Shelf Medearis Comprehension Questions for leveled readers H, I and J for use in Guided Reading groups or ...
By Anne P. Kraszewski
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Subject: Afro-American Studies, Balanced Literacy, Short Stories Level(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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The Most Dangerous Game Pre-Reading activity
The Most Dangerous Game Pre-Reading activity
This is a pre-reading/bell ringer activity that will help students get in the frame of mind as to where the story is taking place....
By Mister T
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Subject: Creative Writing, Short Stories, English Language Arts Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Poe's Fall of the House of Usher Study Guide
Poe's Fall of the House of Usher Study Guide
This is an excellent study guide that includes 20 vocabulary words to be defined and 36 questions about the story's content. Several questions pus...
By Deb
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Subject: Short Stories Level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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The Monkey's Paw - 10 question multiple choice quiz
The Monkey's Paw - 10 question multiple choice quiz
This is a short 10 question multiple choice quiz that covers the main ideas of the short story, The Monkey's Paw....
By Mister T
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Subject: Short Stories, Reading, Vocabulary Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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"The Ransom of Red Chief" Literary Essay
O'Henry's short story, "The Ransom of Red Chief is rich in humor and a number of literary devices. This 3-page essay format bunlde prepares student...
By Mrs. V.
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Subject: Expository Writing, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, Homeschooler Duration: N/A
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One day... Story Starter
One day... Story Starter
One day, I was walking down the street, and you'll never guess what I saw......
By Hojo
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Subject: Creative Writing, Expository Writing, Short Stories Level(s): 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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'Song of The Trees
'Song of The Trees" assignment matrix
This assignment is a differentiated activity that allows student to choose several creative activities from the reading story "Song of Trees"....
By Mrs. H
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Subject: Short Stories, Reading Strategies, Reading Level(s): 6th, 7th, 8th, Homeschooler Duration: 45 Minutes
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21 Ready To Use Literature Activities
21 Ready To Use Literature Activities
This file contains 21 worksheets, projects (group and individual) and activities that can be used with any fiction (and some non-fiction) reading a...
By Rebecca Malone
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Subject: English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Plath's
Plath's "Initiation" Plan/Activities
7 page file includes: -Lesson plan instructions with activities divided into time approximation increments -Quickwrite/Journal prompt overhead -...
By Jennifer Hampton
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Vocabulary Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: N/A
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Stages of Plot (Rally Coach)
Stages of Plot (Rally Coach)
I like to give this handout to pairs as an introduction to a short story unit or as a simple review. Rally coach means one partner writes the answe...
By Natalie Mortensen
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Subject: Short Stories, Reading, English Level(s): 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th Duration: 30 Minutes
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Easter Egg Sequencing
Easter Egg Sequencing
This printable can be used with any book! It helps students retell stories using key words. It would be great on a poster maker for whole group ins...
By Imagine That!
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Subject: Reading, English Language Arts, Short Stories Level(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Duration: N/A
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Story Report & Sequence Worksheets
Story Report & Sequence Worksheets
2 worksheets that can be used with ANY picture book. On the first worksheet, students write a few sentences retelling the story and then they draw...
By Tchrbrowne
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Reading Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd Duration: N/A
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Patrick's Dinosaurs comprehension worksheet/quiz
Patrick's Dinosaurs comprehension worksheet/quiz
Two pages of discussion questions and vocabulary (synonyms questions)....
By Mrs. M's Great Stuff
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Subject: English Language Arts, Short Stories, Reading Level(s): 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Duration: 1 hour
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100 Character Traits
100 Character Traits
Teach your students the difference between feelings and traits with this list of 100 traits. It will help them to understand the characters about ...
By B.rogers
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Subject: Reading, Literature, Short Stories Level(s): 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschooler Duration: Lifelong Tool
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