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8th Grade - 9th Grade

Understanding Informational Texts - Text Features & Author's Purpose

Understanding Informational Texts - Text Features & Author's Purpose

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Understanding Informational Texts - Text Features & Author's Purpose

8th Grade - 9th Grade

English

Explore various aspects of informational texts, focusing on identifying text features and understanding the author's intent. Differentiate between fiction and nonfiction texts, enhancing skills in locating information and using visual aids in instructional writings.

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9th Grade - 10th Grade

Identifying Text Structures - Informational Reading - English Language Arts

Identifying Text Structures - Informational Reading - English Language Arts

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Identifying Text Structures - Informational Reading - English Language Arts

9th Grade - 10th Grade

English

Explore various informational text structures, such as chronological order, cause and effect, and compare and contrast, to develop skills in identifying and understanding them within written texts. This enhances comprehension and analytical skills, essential components of English Language Arts.

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6th Grade - 10th Grade

Understanding Informational Text Structure - Sequential Order and More

Understanding Informational Text Structure - Sequential Order and More

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Understanding Informational Text Structure - Sequential Order and More

6th Grade - 10th Grade

English

Explore the core principles of informational text structures, emphasizing sequential order, problem-solution, cause and effect, and comparison. Develop skills to effectively identify and distinguish between different text structures, improving comprehension and analytical abilities.

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3rd Grade - 10th Grade

Identifying Main Ideas - Reading Comprehension - Understanding Passages

Identifying Main Ideas - Reading Comprehension - Understanding Passages

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Identifying Main Ideas - Reading Comprehension - Understanding Passages

3rd Grade - 10th Grade

English

Focuses on enhancing comprehension skills by identifying main ideas in passages. Learners will gain proficiency in determining central messages of paragraphs and understanding supporting details to improve reading capabilities.

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3rd Grade - 10th Grade

Main Idea Analysis - Explicit and Implied - Reading Comprehension

Main Idea Analysis - Explicit and Implied - Reading Comprehension

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Main Idea Analysis - Explicit and Implied - Reading Comprehension

3rd Grade - 10th Grade

English

Explore the distinction between explicit and implied main ideas in reading passages to enhance comprehension skills. Gain the ability to identify both types of main ideas, fostering critical thinking and interpretive skills.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Understanding Key Terms in Shakespearean Drama - Exploring Terminology - Shakespearean Literature

Understanding Key Terms in Shakespearean Drama - Exploring Terminology - Shakespearean Literature

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Understanding Key Terms in Shakespearean Drama - Exploring Terminology - Shakespearean Literature

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Explore essential terminology in Shakespearean drama, focusing on concepts such as tragedies, archetypes, and dramatic techniques like soliloquies and asides. Enhance understanding of dramatic elements to aid in the analysis of Shakespeare's works through recognized terminology and traditional language.

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8th Grade - 9th Grade

Figurative Language - Identifying Figurative and Literal Language - Creative Language Techniques

Figurative Language - Identifying Figurative and Literal Language - Creative Language Techniques

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Figurative Language - Identifying Figurative and Literal Language - Creative Language Techniques

8th Grade - 9th Grade

English

Explore the intriguing nuances of figurative and literal language through engaging presentations and interactive quizzes. Develop the ability to differentiate between these language types and identify various figures of speech. Enhance interpretive and analytical language skills.

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6th Grade - 12th Grade

Identifying Key Concepts - Evidence Evaluation - Reading Comprehension

Identifying Key Concepts - Evidence Evaluation - Reading Comprehension

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Identifying Key Concepts - Evidence Evaluation - Reading Comprehension

6th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Methods for identifying the main idea and supporting evidence in a text are explored. Learners will enhance their ability to recognize core concepts and back them up with pertinent details, sharpening critical reading and analytical skills.

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9th Grade - 10th Grade

Figurative Language - Identifying and Understanding Devices - Comprehensive Presentation

Figurative Language - Identifying and Understanding Devices - Comprehensive Presentation

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Figurative Language - Identifying and Understanding Devices - Comprehensive Presentation

9th Grade - 10th Grade

English

Exploration of figurative language elements, such as alliteration, oxymorons, similes, personification, onomatopoeia, hyperboles, idioms, and metaphors, provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of each device. Learners will develop the skills to identify and apply these concepts in their writing and analysis.

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1st Grade - 12th Grade

Main Idea - Understanding and Identifying Key Concepts

Main Idea - Understanding and Identifying Key Concepts

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Main Idea - Understanding and Identifying Key Concepts

1st Grade - 12th Grade

English

Explore the concept of identifying the main idea in texts through the use of authentic examples and exercises. Enhance the ability to pinpoint essential themes, improve comprehension skills, and summarize information effectively.

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8th Grade - 12th Grade

Text Analysis Skills - Understanding Text Structures - Reading Comprehension

Text Analysis Skills - Understanding Text Structures - Reading Comprehension

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Text Analysis Skills - Understanding Text Structures - Reading Comprehension

8th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Explore various text structures, including descriptive, chronological, sequence, cause and effect, problem and solution, and compare and contrast. Enhance the ability to identify these structures and understand their purposes, leading to improved reading comprehension and analytical skills.

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3rd Grade - 12th Grade

Vocabulary Skills - Understanding Key Words - Charlotte's Web Chapters 13-16

Vocabulary Skills - Understanding Key Words - Charlotte's Web Chapters 13-16

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Vocabulary Skills - Understanding Key Words - Charlotte's Web Chapters 13-16

3rd Grade - 12th Grade

English, Special Education

Focus on vocabulary comprehension by exploring key terms from chapters 13 to 16 of "Charlotte's Web." Enhance understanding of vocabulary in context to improve language skills and apply knowledge effectively.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Comprehension Skills - Analyzing Text Structure - Nonfiction and Informational Reading

Comprehension Skills - Analyzing Text Structure - Nonfiction and Informational Reading

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Comprehension Skills - Analyzing Text Structure - Nonfiction and Informational Reading

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Focus on enhancing comprehension by interpreting nonfiction and informational texts. Engage in exercises to identify main ideas and support details with evidence while understanding text structures. Improve reading and analytical proficiency.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Text Structure Identification - Signal Phrases - Informational Text Structures

Text Structure Identification - Signal Phrases - Informational Text Structures

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Text Structure Identification - Signal Phrases - Informational Text Structures

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Analyze the vital aspects of informational text structures, concentrating on identifying patterns and signal phrases across different text examples. This will develop skills in discerning text structures, boosting comprehension and critical reading techniques.

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4th Grade - 11th Grade

Reading Comprehension - Main Idea Analysis - Halloween Traditions

Reading Comprehension - Main Idea Analysis - Halloween Traditions

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Reading Comprehension - Main Idea Analysis - Halloween Traditions

4th Grade - 11th Grade

English

Investigate the origins and traditions of Halloween, emphasizing Ireland's impact, through nonfiction passages that strengthen comprehension skills. Learners will enhance their ability to identify main ideas and interpret cultural contexts, fostering a deeper understanding of historical and societal influences on modern customs.

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6th Grade - 9th Grade

Understanding AI and Robonauts - Technology and Space Exploration

Understanding AI and Robonauts - Technology and Space Exploration

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Understanding AI and Robonauts - Technology and Space Exploration

6th Grade - 9th Grade

English

Explore the core principles of artificial intelligence and the contribution of robonauts in advancing space technology. Gain insights into technologies that support astronauts, understand the importance of CIMON, and appreciate future applications in the realm of space exploration. Learners will enhance their knowledge of these cutting-edge developments and their impact on space missions.

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9th Grade - 12th Grade

Understanding Text Structures in Informational Texts - Cause and Effect, Description, and More

Understanding Text Structures in Informational Texts - Cause and Effect, Description, and More

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Understanding Text Structures in Informational Texts - Cause and Effect, Description, and More

9th Grade - 12th Grade

English

Learners will explore various text structures used in informational texts, including cause and effect, descriptive writing, and comparison and contrast. They will develop the ability to identify these structures and recognize how they shape the presentation of ideas and concepts. This understanding will enhance their comprehension and analytical skills.

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9th Grade

Understanding Vocabulary - Key Concepts in Informational Texts - Comprehension Skills

Understanding Vocabulary - Key Concepts in Informational Texts - Comprehension Skills

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Understanding Vocabulary - Key Concepts in Informational Texts - Comprehension Skills

9th Grade

English

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6th Grade - 9th Grade

Understanding Playwriting - Key Elements of Drama - Theatrical Components

Understanding Playwriting - Key Elements of Drama - Theatrical Components

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Understanding Playwriting - Key Elements of Drama - Theatrical Components

6th Grade - 9th Grade

English

Focus on understanding the fundamental components of drama, emphasizing the roles and responsibilities within theatrical arts such as playwriting and stage directions. Enhance the ability to identify and analyze dramatic elements, leading to improved comprehension and appreciation of theatrical works.

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9th Grade - 10th Grade

Understanding Figurative Language - Expressing Ideas and Emotions

Understanding Figurative Language - Expressing Ideas and Emotions

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Understanding Figurative Language - Expressing Ideas and Emotions

9th Grade - 10th Grade

English

Discover the nuances of figurative language and its role in enhancing communication by conveying complex ideas and emotions effectively. Gain insights into identifying and analyzing figurative speech through engaging questions and interactive examples, focusing on developing skills to recognize and interpret varied forms of figurative expressions. This learning experience aims to build proficiency in understanding subtle language features, ultimately improving both analytical and expressive capabilities.

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