This 50 question final tests students' understanding of THE ODYSSEY. Questions are diverse and cover all levels of critical thinking. Question type... ByMrs. Garrett
Writing conferences can be daunting and time consuming. This checklist (formatted to fit 2 on a page - save paper!) is designed to facilitate the p... ByMrs. Garrett
This is a final assessment for the play MACBETH. Students are given 3 prompts (they choose 1) and step-by-step directions. Detailed scoring guide (... ByMrs. Garrett
This handout, which uses text from LORD OF THE FLIES as examples, explains the difficult concept of quote integration. The file includes the stude... ByMrs. Garrett
This chart is useful for formative writing assessment in all subject areas to identify problems in grammar and mechanics. Track student progress w... ByMrs. Garrett
The bookmarks, which can be copied on regular paper or cardstock, are formatted 4 to a sheet. The questions for Chapter 1 (free preview) cover expo... ByMrs. Garrett
This scoring guide is based on CA state ELA standards for analytical writing and response to literature. Criteria are analysis, structure, style (v... ByMrs. Garrett
This assignment can be used instead of a traditional final exam. It is a reflective essay assignment (with scoring guide) that allows students to ... ByMrs. Garrett
Based on careful study of the released College Board writing rubrics for AP Literature, this scoring guide focuses on building students' writing an... ByMrs. Garrett
This student handout (task analysis) explains the process for turning research into a mythological figure into a ballad. This eliminates the tempta... ByMrs. Garrett
The book gives strategies to help new teacher "jumpstart" their year effectively. Great ideas on classroom management and organization.... ByMrs. Garrett
This book explains how to administer, score, and interpret the Basic Reading Inventory. Included are graded word lists and graded passages that can... ByMrs. Garrett
This handout explains (in simple terms) how to write an effective Compare/Contrast Essay, one of the most often tested forms of writing. Strategie... ByMrs. Garrett
This unit, from the Center for Learning, focuses on two novels by Chinua Achebe: Things Fall Apart and No Longer at Ease. Includes lessons, activi... ByMrs. Garrett
This PowerPoint presentation walks students through Pointing, a writing heuristic that aids in generating ideas for response to literature assignme... ByMrs. Garrett