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The "Spot and Dot" helps students discover where syllables end and begin. This strategy is more commonly used with early learners developing decoding skills. However, secondary students benefit from these same literacy practices as they continue to encounter new and unfamiliar words.This resource provides a template to create your own Spot & Dots. There is space to add the term, complete the Spot & Dot scaffold, break down the word into its word parts (prefix, suffix, root words), define th

These sub plans are perfect for Middle School scholars who need extra practice with writing C-E-Rs. Many of the resources for this type of worksheet are geared towards elementary students; however, the "Where is my Teacher?" writing exercise can challenge older scholars as well. Reflect on your students' knowledge of your life. Provide them with opportunities to practice writing claim statements.Demonstrate how evidence does not always come from a text or piece of writing.Challenge students to