11th Grade Reading and Literature

Writing an essay outline - with examples

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Reading and Literature

Writing Research Papers

Essays

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Questions Before, During, and After Reading

To encourage critical reading, teachers should ask students questions about the text before, during, and after they…

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Reading

Reading Comprehension

Grammar

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TEACHING RESOURCE

Using "KWL" In Your Classroom Strategy

With this teaching strategy resource, we show you how to make the most out of KWL charts in your classroom. K-W-L stands…

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Reading and Literature

Language Arts and Writing

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EDITOR'S COLLECTIONS

Summer Reading (Grades 9-12)

Secondary students will enjoy the vast array of literature presented. The diversity of genres, authors, and time periods…

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Reading and Literature

Science

Earth Science

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GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS

Top 10 Writing Graphic Organizers Gallery

Most teachers reinforce students' skills and understanding with graphic organizers. This collection of our Top 10…

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Reading and Literature

Language Arts and Writing

Composition

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ACTIVITIES

The House on Mango Street

Growing up in the Hispanic section of Chicago, main character Esperanza Cordero shares with readers her feelings and…

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Reading and Literature

Culture and Diversity

Hispanics

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Five Elements of Plot Graphic Organizer for Language Arts

GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS

Five Elements of a Plot

Five elements of a story's plot (introduction, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution) provide the…

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Language Arts and Writing

Reading and Literature

Reading Comprehension

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The Monkey's Paw Short Story Activity Packet

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"The Monkey's Paw" Short Story & Activities

Use this comprehensive packet with your students to strengthen reading comprehension and vocabulary. Included in the…

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Reading and Literature

Language Arts and Writing

Short Stories

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TEACHING RESOURCE

Summer Reading List -- Secondary

This list of recommended vacation reading for secondary students is provided by Penguin Young Readers Group and Dorling…

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Reading and Literature

Reading

Literature

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TEACHING RESOURCE

How to Write a Bibliography (MLA, APA Examples)

Learn how to easily write a bibliography by following the format outlined in this article. This resource will help your…

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Writing Research Papers

Reading and Literature

Nonfiction Literature

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GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS

Cause and Effect Graphic Organizer

An essential graphic organizer for all ELA classes! Students are asked to identify cause and effect of a story with…

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Language Arts and Writing

Reading and Literature

Reading Comprehension

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BOOK GUIDES

The Tempest

Shakespeare's last play, The Tempest, covers the serious topics of colonialism and imperialism, making this work perfect…

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Reading and Literature

Literary Drama

Banned Books and Censorship

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WORKSHEETS

The Color of Water

Explore this resource with teaching activities that will extend students' understanding and appreciation of The Color of…

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Literature

Culture and Diversity

Reading and Literature

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WORKSHEETS

Analyze a Jose Garcia Villa Poem

Students read and analyze a poem by Jose Garcia Villa.

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Poetry

Reading Comprehension

Literature

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TEACHING RESOURCE

Research Paper: Write a First Draft

How to write the first draft of a research paper.

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Reading and Literature

Language Arts and Writing

Writing Research Papers

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1920s couple dancing - evocative of The Great Gatsby

TEACHING RESOURCE

The Great Gatsby Chapter Study Questions

60+ chapter-by-chapter study questions for easy exam, quiz, or assignment creation This collection of questions for The…

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Teaching The Great Gatsby

Reading and Literature

Literature

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BOOK GUIDES

King Lear

In King Lear, by William Shakespeare, Lear retires from the monarchy and gives all power to his three daughters,…

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Literature

Banned Books and Censorship

Shakespeare

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GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS

Story Map Graphic Organizer

Using a story map helps children to identify key elements in a story such as characters or events. This printable is…

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Reading

Literature

Language Arts and Writing

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a strategy to support struggling readers

ACTIVITIES

Repeated Reading

Use a variety of repeated reading activities to improve reading skills.

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Reading

Reading Instruction

Reading and Literature

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TEACHING RESOURCE

Teaching Tips for Using Audio Cassettes or CDs

Enhance understanding with a teaching guide for using audio cassettes or CDs includes suggested teaching tips that…

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Literature

Language Arts and Writing

Reading and Literature

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WORKBOOKS

Elements of Poetry Workbook

Use this poetry toolbox workbook to support your students to learn different poetic terms and devices, and then practice…

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Language Arts and Writing

Reading and Literature

Poetry

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Recently Banned or Challenged Books, Grades 9–12

This gallery of high school literature features challenged and banned books for young adults. Learn why each book was…

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Reading and Literature

Literature

Banned Books and Censorship

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LESSON PLANS

African-American Scientists: A Comprehensive Social Media Account Project

In this project, students will research a notable African-American scientist and then create a social media account for…

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Scientists

Science Activities and Experiments

Science

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GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS

Concept Map -- Version 2

Help Students sort out ideas with this basic web or Concept Map. This printable is customizable. Tailor the PDF to your…

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Reading and Literature

Language Arts and Writing

Writing

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