This activity teaches the use of Motifs and Symbolism in the novel, The Outsiders. The format, however, can be adapted for other novels or short s... ByJennifer Tavernaro
This is a summative assignment to review a typically grammar unit in the middle levels. Students will use their knowledge of a previously taught g... ByJennifer Tavernaro
This assignment is used with the animated movie, Hoodwinked. We show how the same story can be told many different ways. Students take notes thro... ByJennifer Tavernaro
This is a 90 minute lesson on paraphrasing, analysis, and symbolism through poetry. You can also use it to study figurative language and rhymne sc... ByJennifer Tavernaro
This creative writing activity allows students to use their knowledge of the plot elements in an artistic way. The kids create a visual story proj... ByJennifer Tavernaro
This is a terrific assignment that engages kids in using figurative language in their writing! They love this higher level thinking activity and t... ByJennifer Tavernaro
This activity uses the Hallmark Production of Frankenstein. The students are assigned a character to follow in the story. This activity nicely di... ByJennifer Tavernaro