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Parenthesis
In this parenthesis worksheet, students choose the correct sentence out of 2 sentences that has the parenthesis in the correct spots. Students complete 8 problems.
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Too and To
In this too and to activity, students choose the correct word that completes each sentence. Students complete 18 sentences total.
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Spelling: Online or Printable
Aspiring spellers determine which word is spelled correctly in 33 sets of multiple choice options. They can check their own answers if they complete the exercise online. You can also print it out for hard copy use.
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Goal Setting and Self-Assessment
Third graders review the importance of good study habits as a skill necessary for success in school. They focus on their goals and discuss how this would help to improve grades. They determine how much an F weighs their grade down.
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Elaboration, Revision, and Proofreading
Designed to help writers strengthen their elaboration, revision, and proofreading skills, this 48-page workbook is packed with information about and exercises in personal, narrative, persuasive, and report writing.
Fisher Reyna Education
Personal Narrative Writing Prompts
Looking for stimulating writing prompts that won't make young writers cringe? A set of five personal narrative writing prompts engages pupils in analyzing, thinking, connecting, and writing about particular topics. Each...
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Assignment # 1: Merry-Go-Round Story
Class members use e-mail and the merry-go-round story format to create a science fiction story. Each writer begins by selecting one of three prompts, crafting the introductory paragraph and sending the paragraph to the next person on the...
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Spelling-Silent Letters
Silent letters make spelling and reading an even more challenging task. You class can practice detecting silent letters with this printable handout. Learners can also complete the activity as an online quiz. Note: Answer sheet is provided.
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There, Their and They're
Read ten sentences and choose which word completes each sentence correctly: there, their or they're. Answer sheet is provided.
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Spelling--Plural Nouns
Learners choose the correctly spelled plural noun for each of 12 examples. They distinguish between possessives and plurals, need to know when to add -s or -es, and may need to change y to i and...
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Interviews with the American People "Days of Infamy"
Students compare and contrast statements made by people in "Man on the Streets." They are interviewing them on the current war in Iraq and how they felt on Sept. 11th. These interviews are tape recorded. To see what kinds of questions to...
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Car For Sale!
Car For sale! In this GED prep instructional activity, writers develop a classified advertisement to sell a car. After a discussion of precise words and phrases, telling details, and sensory language, sellers draft their ad for review,...
Mathed Up!
Cumulative Frequency and Box Plots
Learn how to display data. Young data analysts watch a video to review how to create cumulative frequency histograms and box plots. They work on a set of questions to practice producing these data displays.
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THE WRECK OF THE ZEPHYR
Students, while listening to a tape on the story The Wreck of the Zephyr, complete several assignments as the week progresses. Special note is placed on all written assignments.
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Assignment #5 Sci-Fi Analysis
Class members select a science fiction novel for independent study. To verify they have completed the reading, they write a summary, a critique, and an outline of the plot for a sequel or prequel. They then deliver a five-minute...
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Create a Cloud in a Bottle
Students investigate the conditions needed for cloud formation and explore how pressure and temperature effect cloud formation. In this atmospheric pressure lesson students complete a lab on cloud formation.
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Grade 6 Language Arts Book 3
In this grade 6 language arts book 3 instructional activity, 6th graders read 2 passages and write 4 paragraphs using details from the passages.
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We are the World - Writing about our Earth
First graders write facts about the Earth. In this Earth instructional activity, 1st graders discuss natural resources, recycling, and how to keep the Earth clean. They work in groups to create a small book with 3-5 facts about the...
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Language Arts Book 3 Grade 4 Writing Skills
In this language arts book 3 grade 4 writing skills worksheet, 4th graders read 2 passages, write short answers to 3 questions then write a short essay about one of the passages.
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Fire Escape Plan
Students explore fire safety. In this fire prevention and safety instructional activity, students discuss and brainstorm ideas about what to do if there is a fire. Students practice stating information that should be given when calling...
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Spelling-- 'ie' or 'ei'?
In this spelling with "ie" or "ei" worksheet, learners determine which word is spelt correctly in ten sets of words. Students check their answers with the answer key when finished.
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Ancient Greece Research
Sixth graders explore ancient Greece. In this ancient civilizations lesson plan, 6th graders research how ancient Greece influenced modern societies. Students prepare PowerPoint presentations to share their findings with their...
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Grade 6 Reading and Writing Assessment
In this grade 6 reading and writing activity, students complete an assessment. Students read the poems and essays about the Gold Rush and complete the essay questions on the lines provided.
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Seussville Meets the 4 Blocks
First graders read and examine Dr. Seuss books, and create and write their own stories.