Reading with Middles

This activity, is designed specifically for middle and high school students! This exciting and educational experience is crafted to foster stronger connections between students and their teachers, creating a positive and supportive learning environment. Key Features:Customizable Questions: Tailor the activity to suit your classroom's unique dynamics by creating personalized questions that reflect the interests and personalities of your teachers. Simply delete a Google Slide from the slide deck i

Use this terms sheet to distribute to students or have them fill it with you!

Host a Starbooks book tasting in your own classroom! This resource comes with 10 slides. Six are included in a PDF format. The remaining four are customizable slides within Powerpoint. However, if you would like to use them in Google Slides, simply screenshot them and add them as the background of your Google Slides presentation! Please let me know if you have any questions or suggestions!

⭐️ Engage students in identity, creativity, and self-expression with this unique personal jersey project—perfect for ELA, SEL, back-to-school, or literature units! Product Description:Inspired by The Crossover by Kwame Alexander, this engaging and meaningful activity invites students to design their own “life jersey” that reflects their personality, interests, and values. Through visual symbolism and written reflection, students explore their identities while making powerful connections to

In this engaging digital assignment on figurative language in popular songs, students will embark on an exciting journey through the world of music to uncover the hidden meanings behind the lyrics of iconic artists such as Queen, Taylor Swift, and many more! Through this assignment, students will not only deepen their understanding of literary devices but also develop a newfound appreciation for the artistry and creativity within songwriting. Throughout the assignment, students will explore how

Are you ready to make the most of your school year? Help your students get organized and remember their locker information with these printable lockers information sheets! This helpful resource is perfect for students heading back to school, and using lockers! This Printable comes with 3 different options for those that have Teams, Homerooms or neither! I utilize these sheets every August for my 7th graders, and have them take a picture of their locker Info so if they lose the paper, they can ea

Join us on a journey through the Harlem Renaissance, a vibrant period in the 1920s and 1930s that celebrated Black culture, art, and intellectualism. This printabe article provides an insightful overview of the influential figures, groundbreaking literature, and innovative music that emerged from this remarkable movement. Students will engage with post-reading questions designed to deepen understanding, including multiple-choice options, short answer prompts, and fill-in-the-blank exercises tha

Exploring Connections with Hexagonal Thinking TilesHexagonal thinking tiles are a fun and interactive way to explore connections between different ideas or concepts. To begin this activity, start by laying out the hexagonal tiles on a flat surface. Write down a key term or concept on each tile, making sure to leave enough space around each one. Then, challenge yourself to connect the tiles by identifying relationships between the terms. You can do this by moving the tiles around and placing them

This word search can be a great exit slip, or fun way to engage students after MAP testing while reading A Long Walk to Water! I utilized it during our first unit while reading the novel as a class. It can be used during any point in the novel, it is not chapter specific. I hope your students enjoy!

Looking to engage your students in fun conversation about your class novel?? Look no further than Hexagonal Thinking Tiles! Exploring Connections with Hexagonal Thinking TilesHexagonal thinking tiles are a fun and interactive way to explore connections between different ideas or concepts. To begin this activity, start by laying out the hexagonal tiles on a flat surface. Write down a key term or concept on each tile, making sure to leave enough space around each one. Then, challenge yourself to

These quick check in Google Slides are great for the first day back to school after winter break! I love having my middle school students set academic/personal goals when we return to ease them back into reading/writing. This activity is 6 slides total, 5 writing slides. The 5th slide is a "TBR" or To Be Read slide, where students will be setting reading goals for this year! If there are any slides you do not want your students to complete, simply delete them before you post to Google Classroom.

⭐ Description:This informational text delves into the history, traditions, and excitement of the Kentucky Derby, providing a comprehensive overview of one of the most famous horse races in the world. From the origins of the race to the iconic moments that have shaped its legacy, students will learn about the horses, jockeys, and culture surrounding this historic event. Features: Engaging informational textFun facts and anecdotes about the Kentucky DerbyGlossary of horse racing terms4 Multiple ch

These print and go warm ups are designed to kickstart each day with enthusiasm and reinforce essential language arts skills, these worksheets offer a diverse range of activities tailored for middle school students. I use theme warm ups daily to get students excited, and ready to learn! Key Features:Comprehensive Coverage: Covering grammar, vocabulary, reading comprehension, writing prompts, literary devices, spelling, critical thinking, sentence structure, and more, our worksheets provide a holi

This is a Google Slides resource that is totally editable! I have provided the one I used for my middle schoolers, and blank copies as well! My favorite way to use this resource is as a warm up. I give my students 10 minutes at the start of class, on the first day back to ponder, and write down as many expectations that they can remember! Once everyone is finished, I give out candy for those that get the most correct! This resource can be printed or completed digitally. Just edit the boxes on th

In the hustle and bustle of the classroom, every student deserves a moment to pause, breathe, and recharge. This Cool Down Worksheet is the perfect companion for those much-needed breaks, providing a calming and rejuvenating experience for students who need to step away from the classroom environment. 1. Personalized Reflection: The worksheet provides space for personal reflection, helping students gain insights into their emotions and facilitating communication with teachers or counselors. 2. P

A fun way to engage students without the use of technology and check for understanding after a figurative language lesson! I hope you enjoy!