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This project is an extension of The Giver or any dystopian novel.* Student Favorite--it doesn't get any more relevant than this! * Disturbing/Chilling--Video of Orwell's last interview! This really held the student's attention. * Video Interview with author of The Giver--discussing how F.451 and other dystopian novels have taken on a new relevance.*Article on Dystopias*Review the definition of a dystopia * Extensive review of elements in a dystopia including many specific examples from the nov

This project is an extension of Handmaid's Tale or any dystopian novel.* Student Favorite--it doesn't get any more relevant than this! * Disturbing/Chilling--Video of Orwell's last interview! This really held the student's attention. * Video Interview with author of The Giver--discussing how dystopian novels have taken on a new relevance.*Article on Dystopias*Review the definition of a dystopia * Extensive review of elements in a dystopia including many specific examples from the novel (you c

I have used this will all levels of English--from honors to general ed. I use this to destigmatize Shakespeare before we start reading. Unfortunately, many parents have told our students that Shakespeare is difficult. These activities show them that not only is it not very difficult, it also is very fun. We spend about 4 days on these activities. 1. involves inverted language--just like Yoda 2. Fancy, Fluffy language--they have to "Shakespeare" common every day sentences. They do this in groups

This project is an extension of Brave New World or any dystopian novel.* Student Favorite--it doesn't get any more relevant than this! * Disturbing/Chilling--Video of Orwell's last interview! This really held the student's attention. * Video Interview with author of The Giver--discussing how F.451 and other dystopian novels have taken on a new relevance.*Article on Dystopias*Review the definition of a dystopia * Extensive review of elements in a dystopia including many specific examples from t

Twelve Angry Men TestTrue/False Matching Short Answers Listing the evidence and how it was disputed I hope this makes your day a little easier. If you have any questions, you can contact me at kellyslater0129@gmail.com

Twelve Angry Men Writing Assignment *Topic Choices *Explanation of Format *Real life example to show relevance to play *Active vs. Passive Voice Edit Exercises *Sentences from student papers to correct I hope this makes your day a little easier. If you have any questions, I can be reached at kellyslater0129@gmail.com

This novel unit includes a video interview with the author, mini-essay, and a test consisting of matching and short answer questions. I can be contacted at kellyslater0129@gmail.com with any questions or issues. I hope this material helps make your life a little easier!

This assignment is something that, when I see former students, they still bring up. Yes, we plan a funeral for Bad Grammar. The kids dress up, I wear a black veil, hat, gloves–the whole thing. I receive a lot of looks, but it is worth it. We parade around the school with a cart with the grammar book on top of it. It is ridiculous but so much fun. After the funeral, I noticed the students were quick to point out grammar mistakes. We plan an after party with snacks. We make remembrance cards with

This is an excellent and really fun way to begin persuasive writing unit! My students absolutely love this and end up going above and beyond what I expect every year. The students try to convince me to allow them to go to an expensive concert during the school week and pretty far away. They can do this in a groups or individually--almost all choose groups. They can use any format--most use a slide presentation and add all kinds of bells and whistles. You and they will have a blast, especially du

This writing assignment can be used with any literature the discusses science and technology crossing the line. Science and Technology--Monsters We Have Created? This includes information on formatting thesis statements (including thesis statement practice), using transitions for clarity, engaging readers with a strong introduction, and editing with an in-depth checklist.

This novel test is a combination of Multiple Choice, Short Answer Questions, and True/False. I can be contacted at kellyslater0129@gmail.com with any questions or issues. I hope this material helps make your life a little easier!

This novel test consists of True/False and Short Answer Questions. I can be contacted at kellyslater0129@gmail.com with any questions or issues. I hope this material helps make your life a little easier!

I do this two-part activity at the end of Twelve Angry Men. It really brings the unit full circle and is eye-opening for the students. Part OneWe research the Innocence Project site, and each student picks a case to focus on. They answer the questions about the person exonerated and includes a picture of the exonerated in the report. Part TwoWe then research real life cases of those that were innocent, but executed. The students find a case and answer questions detailing what went wrong. We t

30 Year Teacher--this assignment has been tweaked over the years to work as a writing assignment or an online presentation, and everything in between. This is a great way to wrap up The Odyssey. Students will fill in the gaps. It turns out Odysseus didn't tell us everything that happened in those 20 years. You will now add to the epic tale. This is a paragraph by paragraph explanation of how to organize your writing. I also have students add art work to match the new story. Some students choos

This includes several articles and questions to answer based on each article. Early Years Globe Theater Shakespearean Insults Famous Shakespearean Phrases and Quotes London during Shakespeare's time People during Shakespeare's time I hope this makes your day a little easier. If you have any questions, you can contact me at kellyslater0129@gmail.com.

Novel Test--matching and short answer questions with answers

Novel Test--matching and short answer questions with answers

This novel test is a combination of short answer questions, true/false, and an essay. I can be contacted at kellyslater0129@gmail.com with any questions or issues. I hope this material helps make your life a little easier!

* Three Study Guides--one for each part of F. 451 with answers * Three Quizzes--Two Regular Quizzes and a shorter one for Part 3 of F.451 that I use as a makeup--with answers

This novel test is a combination of matching, true/false, and short answer questions. I can be contacted at kellyslater0129@gmail.com with any questions or issues. I hope this material helps make your life a little easier!