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This is not a substitute for Wit and Wisdom. This was something that I created because I didn't like to read from the book and wanted to provide a visual for the students. Again this is not to replace Wit and Wisdom but to help you and the students follow along These files are fully editable, but they follow the teacher manual for each of the learning stages 'Welcome', 'Launch', 'Learn', 'Land', and 'Wrap'. This product will keep your students (and you!) organized and engaged, with no prep work

**Built for intervention teachers, special education teams and MTSS/RTI coordinators who need to identify and close literacy gaps quickly, this comprehensive system integrates diagnostics, targeted interventions, and data tracking into one unified tool.** It provides a streamlined process for delivering Tier 2 and Tier 3 support across reading and writing. **Students work through diagnostic tasks and rubrics to pinpoint deficits in main idea, text evidence, inference, idea development, organizat

📘 Reading & Writing Intervention Bundle | MTSS-Aligned | Grades 6–8 This comprehensive Reading & Writing Intervention Bundle provides a structured, data-driven system to identify and address specific literacy skill gaps. Instead of assigning full units or worksheets, this bundle allows teachers to target the exact area students need support in using a clear intervention pathway. Designed for MTSS and RTI implementation, this resource supports small group instruction, Tier 2 intervention, and p

RACE Writing Progress Tracker | MTSS Tier 2 | Grades 6–8 This structured RACE writing intervention system helps you track student growth, target weaknesses, and document Tier 2 writing support with confidence. Designed for Grades 6–8, this resource provides everything you need to monitor constructed response progress using the RACE strategy (Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain). Perfect for: • MTSS Tier 2 documentation • Writing intervention groups • Constructed response practice • Data meetings • Pr

This is not a substitute for Wit and Wisdom. This was something that I created because I didn't like to read from the book and wanted to provide a visual for the students. Again this is not to replace Wit and Wisdom but to help you and the students follow along These files are fully editable, but they follow the teacher manual for each of the learning stages 'Welcome', 'Launch', 'Learn', 'Land', and 'Wrap'. This product will keep your students (and you!) organized and engaged, with no prep work

Explain Evidence Clearly 30 Writing Warm-Ups for Evidence-Based Responses (Grades 6–8)Do your students struggle to explain how their evidence proves their answer? Many students can locate evidence in a text but struggle to explain why the evidence supports their claim. These quick daily warm-ups help students strengthen the explanation portion of constructed responses. This resource provides 30 short practice activities where students revise weak explanations and improve the reasoning that co

Make revision a daily habit—without extra prep. Revise It! Daily RACE Responses (30 Days) gives students short, structured practice editing and revising constructed responses using the RACE strategy ( Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain). Each day includes an original passage + prompt, a weak response to fix, and a clear task list so students learn how to improve writing—not just write more. What’s Included 30 Daily Revision Warm-Ups Original passage + text-based prompt Weak response (common

Bridge ELA with science and social studies by practicing the RACE strategy across the curriculum. This resource offers 30 daily warm-ups (15 science topics and 15 social studies topics) that include a passage, writing prompt and constructed response space. Sentence starters and a quick-check guide help students craft thorough responses. Designed for middle school teachers who want to incorporate informational texts from other content areas, the set is perfect for bell ringers, cross-curricular w

Help students master the toughest part of the RACE strategy—the Explain step. These Daily RACE Elaboration Booster warm-ups strengthen students’ ability to connect evidence to reasoning with built-in prompts and models. Ideal for grades 6–8, bell ringers, writing-to-sources practice and test prep. Each warm-up features a micro-passage, prompt and a RACE response area with an elaboration booster and mini-model. Students justify their answers using evidence and reasoning while quick-check rubrics

Connect science CER and ELA RACE in one simple routine. These Daily CER + RACE Warm-Ups help students build strong constructed responses by linking Claim–Evidence–Reasoning to Restate–Answer–Cite–Explain. Ideal for grades 6–8, writing-to-sources practice, and cross-curricular expectations. Each warm-up offers a micro-passage, prompt and a dual response space for both CER and RACE. Helpful starters, quick checks and an answer key make these 5–10 minute activities perfect for bell ringers, exit ti

Struggling writers don’t need another full essay — they need targeted support. This ELA Writing Intervention Pack is a short, structured system designed to help teachers quickly identify why students are struggling with writing and provide focused interventions that actually move students forward. Built with MTSS / Tier 2 & Tier 3 in mind, this resource saves time, reduces overwhelm, and supports data-driven decision making. ✅ WHAT’S INCLUDED ✔ Diagnostic writing prompt ✔ Student-friend

Help your middle schoolers master constructed responses through daily practice using the RACE strategy. This 30 day Daily RACE Warm‑Ups set helps grades 6–8 students build confidence by restating questions, answering clearly, citing text evidence and explaining their reasoning in 5–10 minutes. Each warm‑up features a high‑interest micro‑passage and prompt with a RACE writing space. Sentence starters and evidence expectations gradually fade so students gain independence. Quick‑check checklists, t

📘 Reading Intervention Pack | MTSS-Aligned | Grades 6–8 This Reading Intervention Pack provides a structured, data-driven system to identify and address specific reading skill gaps. Instead of assigning full comprehension worksheets, this resource allows teachers to target the exact area students need support in. ✔ What’s Included: • Diagnostic Reading Task • Skill-Based Rubric (Main Idea, Text Evidence, Comprehension & Inference) • 3 Targeted Intervention Pages • Decision Flowchart • Progr

Explain It! Evidence Explanation Warm-Ups 15 Days of Evidence-Based Writing Practice (Grades 6–8)Do your students struggle to explain how evidence supports their answers? Many students can find evidence in a text but have difficulty explaining why the evidence matters. These quick daily warm-ups help students strengthen the explanation portion of constructed responses. This resource provides 15 short practice activities where students revise weak explanations and improve the reasoning that co

📊 MTSS Literacy Progress Monitoring Toolkit Reading & Writing Data System | Grades 6–8This MTSS Literacy Progress Monitoring Toolkit provides a structured, data-driven system to track student growth in reading and writing intervention. Designed to complement any literacy intervention program, this toolkit helps teachers document skill gaps, monitor progress, and prepare for MTSS and RTI meetings with confidence. Includes both printable tracking forms and an editable Google Sheets dashboard wit

Looking for a high‑engagement way to review ELA skills? This digital escape room is perfect for grades 6–8 teachers who need an easy‑to‑run activity that reinforces vocabulary, text evidence, editing and inference. It works for test prep, bell ringers, sub plans and literacy stations. Students solve four locks in a Google Forms breakout, entering the correct codes to advance. They use context clues, cite evidence and edit sentences, while built‑in response validation makes the activity self‑chec

This is not a substitute for Wit and Wisdom. This was something that I created because I didn't like to read from the book and wanted to provide a visual for the students. Again this is not to replace Wit and Wisdom but to help you and the students follow along These files are fully editable, but they follow the teacher manual for each of the learning stages 'Welcome', 'Launch', 'Learn', 'Land', and 'Wrap'. This product will keep your students (and you!) organized and engaged, with no prep work

!Give your middle schoolers the skills to tackle paired passages with confidence. This resource is designed for ELA teachers preparing students for state assessments and intervention teachers focused on comparing and contrasting skills. Students practice analyzing two texts side-by-side, building proficiency with the RACE strategy and preparing for state tests. Included are two high-interest paired passage sets (“Urban Farming vs. Traditional Farming” and “Artificial Intelligence in Schools”) ac

Celebrate Black History Month while strengthening students’ constructed response skills. This resource supports middle school ELA and Social Studies teachers looking to integrate cultural texts with writing instruction. Students explore two engaging passages about influential African‑American figures and practice the RACE strategy while deepening their appreciation of history. The set includes two informational passages with comprehension questions and constructed response prompts that guide stu

Help your students master constructed responses using the RACE strategy with this scaffolded practice resource for Grades 6–8. This printable + editable Google Docs resource includes 3 passages with progressively reduced support (guided → independent), a student-friendly rubric, and answer key. Perfect for Tier 2 intervention, test prep, and MTSS support. Constructed Response Practice | RACE Strategy | Printable + Digital | Grades 6–8 Support struggling writers and intervention students with str