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Looking for a fun, engaging, and secretly educational April Fools' lesson? This Marshmallow Farming Writing Activity is the perfect mix of humor, writing practice, and media literacy—all wrapped up in an unforgettable classroom experience! What’s Included? ✅ A hilarious "informational" video link (students won’t know it’s fake!) ✅ A writing task where students summarize the "farming process" ✅ A guided discussion on media literacy & source credibility (slide 5) ✅ An April Fools’ reveal

Narrative Writing Digital Notebook | 7th Grade | Google Slides | Common Core Aligned Engage your middle school writers with this comprehensive Narrative Writing Digital Notebook designed specifically for 7th grade and fully aligned with Common Core Writing Standards (W.7.3). This interactive Google Slides notebook walks students step-by-step through the entire narrative writing process — from brainstorming and planning to drafting, revising, and publishing — all in a clear, student-friendly

Help your students master research writing step-by-step with this engaging digital research writing notebook designed specifically for 7th grade and aligned to Common Core Standards. This all-in-one resource guides students through every stage of the writing process — from topic selection to final draft — using clear directions, interactive slides, and student-friendly activities. This digital notebook is perfect for Google Classroom, distance learning, in-person instruction, or hybrid cla

This Greek Mythology bundle contains a collection of educational resources about Greek mythology, its origins, and some of the main myths that make up the subject. The files include plans, activities, and project templates, all with a focus on Greek myths, gods, heroes, and creatures. The resources cover a range of topics, including: Greek Myths and Storytelling: There are materials for teaching students about the creation of myths, the significance of storytelling in Greek culture, and how to c

Travel the Worlds We Write! is a highly engaging 2-week writing unit that challenges students to create a travel brochure for a fictional place — inspired by literature, mythology, or their own imagination. This project blends creative writing, persuasive techniques, informational text, and visual design into one unforgettable experience. Perfect for middle school ELA enrichment, writing workshop, creative writing units, and project-based learning classrooms!🌍 Project Overview: Students be

Help your students discover the power of their voice with this engaging, real-world writing project! In Letters for Change, students research meaningful social issues and write formal letters to local or state leaders, combining informative and argumentative writing skills in an authentic, high-interest format. This project transforms writing from a classroom task into a real-life civic experience, motivating students to think critically, research deeply, and write persuasively for an authe

Kick off the school year with this engaging “About Me” Autobiography Project designed specifically for middle schoolers! This back-to-school writing activity helps students reflect on their identity, goals, and experiences while reinforcing paragraph writing, organization, and grammar skills. This no-prep resource is perfect for the first week of school and works great for English Language Arts, homeroom, or an advisory. Students will write five structured paragraphs covering topics like their

Empower your 7th graders to become experts on middle school success with this engaging and practical "How To" Guide writing project! This resource guides students through creating their own survival manuals for incoming 7th graders, drawing on their own experiences and insights. What's Included:Detailed, step-by-step lesson plans for a 5-day writing project.Clear slide directions to guide students through each stage of the writing process.A structured approach that combines narrative, informativ

Narrative Writing Practice - IAR Test Prep & Creative StorytellingBoost your students' narrative writing skills and prepare them for the IAR with this engaging practice assignment! This resource provides everything you need to guide students through the process of crafting compelling narratives, focusing on key elements tested in standardized assessments. What's Included:Narrative Storytelling ReviewIAR Practice"Show, Don't Tell" Practice: Activities focused on using vivid descriptions, sensory

Snag this argumentative writing bundle! The products in this bundle are designed to help you teach argumentative writing at the middle school level! This is a growing bundle. See the individual products for more details.

Teachers Pets Bulletin Board pieces. Have your coworkers bring pictures of their pets to hang on the board! Use the name tags to tell whos pet belongs to who! For example Ms. James dog Mason would be named Mason James on the bulletin board!

Transform your 7th-grade grammar instruction with this comprehensive bundle of 5 engaging and interactive lessons! This bundle covers essential grammar concepts, including subject-verb agreement, pronouns, verb tenses, commas, sentence structure, fragments, run-ons, and more. Each lesson includes a detailed lesson plan, an interactive Google Slides presentation, engaging activities, and formative assessments. Lessons Included:Day 1: Subject-Verb Agreement & Pronoun Power! Master the rules of su

Informative Writing: A Comprehensive Guide to Research, Writing, and PresentingProduct Description:Empower your middle school students to become confident and skilled informative writers with this comprehensive resource bundle! This package combines an interactive notebook, a dynamic presentation, and a research guide to provide a complete learning experience. Students will delve into the world of informative writing, mastering research techniques, crafting well-structured essays, and delivering

Equip your students with the skills to identify and "repair" sentence fragments and run-on sentences with this interactive and engaging lesson! What's Included:An interactive Google Slides presentation with explanations, examples, and practice exercises.A "Sentence Surgery" activity to help students practice correcting fragments and run-ons.A Group Challenge to encourage collaboration and problem-solving.This lesson is designed to be hands-on and student-centered, with plenty of opportunities fo

Engage your middle school students with "The Luck of the Irish"! This resource includes a movie guide to enhance comprehension and a fun writing prompt that encourages creative thinking. Students will analyze characters, explore themes of heritage and identity, and imagine a sequel to this beloved Disney film. Perfect for St. Patrick's Day or any time of year!

Gods & Goddesses Research Project | Greek Mythology (Google Slides)⭐ Engage your students in an exciting mythology research project! This 7th-grade lesson guides students through an in-depth exploration of gods and goddesses from various mythologies. Perfect for social studies, history, or English classes, this resource provides structured support for independent or group research. What’s Included?✔ Google Slides Presentation – Editable and ready to assign ✔ Research Guide – Helps students o

This is the perfect Google Sheet to help you record your progress through 75 hard/soft. It is customizable to be used for either or with everything being editable! Track your measurements, weight, goals, and insert progress pictures, and it is formatted with automatic changing data to make your life easier!

Clash of Heroes and Gods: The Trojan War ActivityProduct Description:Immerse your students in the epic saga of the Trojan War with this engaging and multi-faceted activity! Designed for middle schoolers, this resource delves into the legendary conflict, exploring its mythical origins, key figures, and enduring themes. Through interactive discussions, analysis of primary source excerpts, and a dynamic debate, students will gain a deeper understanding of this pivotal event in Greek mythology. Key

Engage your students in meaningful reflection and gratitude with this Veterans Day Letter Writing Activity. Designed for middle schoolers, this activity can be used digitally on Google Slides or printed for in-class use, making it flexible for any classroom setting. What’s Included:A lesson on how to craft a respectful and thoughtful letter with prompts and writing tips that encourage personal connection and gratitude.Digital template on Google Slides for easy editing and submission.Printable ve

Transform your classroom or home learning environment with this comprehensive collection of 200 journal prompts, designed to inspire and engage students of all ages. This versatile resource is perfect for teachers, parents, and homeschoolers looking to foster reflective thinking and creative writing skills. Product Highlights: 200 engaging prompts: This extensive set is divided into 10 groups of 20 prompts with a broad range of topics and stimulating ideas to spark students' imagination.Editable