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This package includes the steps for writing a structured character sketch paragraph. It uses the short story "Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" as a guideline to writing the sketch. The guideline breaks down the parts of the paragraph with sentences that the students can use to model their own paragraph. Also, included is an exemplar character sketch, graphic organizer and an evaluation tool for the paragraph that the students write. Use Ambose Bierce's short story as a guide to helping student

Relevant Resources -- Investigating Print Ads is a fun activity for engaging students in group work and discussion. It is a quick look at advertising through an investigative approach to techniques advertisers use to convey and persuade their audience. Students learn media literacy through a hands on approach and co-operative learning. Follow through the activities with your students and adjust as you go for your grade level -- relevant at all levels of instruction!