Classoom 308

Before reading the graphic novel memoir, The Best We Could Do, students research various topics to better understand the context of memoir, then share research with classmates in a note-taking gallery walk.

Task 3, a central Idea and literary device analysis, can be confusing for students. This resource breaks down the response step-by-step, and also includes a the ELA Regents rubric, but translated into terms students can understand. Works with any test-prep prompt, as well as peer editing.

As a wrap-up for any work of literature it is helpful to analyze author's purpose and theme. This worksheet allows students to reflect on their reading experience, as well as individually brainstorm motifs, and use those motifs to create powerful theme statements. In this activity, students work individually, then share ideas with classmates in a theme-statement gallery walk. Generating theme statements also helps prepare students for Task 3 of the NY State English Regents.

Make test-prep easy with step-by-step outlines for both written responses on the ELA Regents. Task 2 and 3 outlines can be used with any Regents prompts. Task 3 rubric is also available, but translated into terms the students can understand. Can be used for peer editing or grading.

Step-by-step outline for students of how to write Task 2 (the Argument Essay) for the ELA Regents. Can be used with any prompt. My students love to follow an outline when practicing for the Regents. This format has proved simple, yet effective, every year! Use with the Regents Task 2 Regents for test prep and scoring.