An introductory lesson on argument writing using the 'Tech Tug of War' theme. Students will learn the components of an argument (claim, evidence, reasoning) and apply them to the debate of whether technology is helpful or harmful.
An introduction to the foundational structure of argumentative writing, focusing on how to build a logical and persuasive case from the ground up.
A comprehensive guide to mastering argumentative writing, focusing on structural integrity, evidence-based claims, and the art of the counterargument.
A lesson focused on identifying, punctuating, and constructing appositives to improve sentence variety and detail. Students will learn to combine related sentences and add descriptive noun phrases to their writing.
A comprehensive 5-day vocabulary study focused on the foundational words of American democracy and civil action. Students will explore definitions, synonyms, antonyms, and context through various interactive exercises.
Students explore the nuances of poetic structure, figurative language, and tone. Differentiated poems allow all students to access 6th-grade standards for analyzing how stanzas and word choice contribute to meaning.
Students analyze a fictional narrative about a character's interaction with the natural world. The lesson focuses on theme development, character analysis, and point of view across three differentiated readability levels.
A structured intervention focused on mastering compound sentences using FANBOYS (coordinating conjunctions) through the lens of architectural design and engineering.
A focused Grade 7 ELA practice session on analyzing arguments, identifying claims, and evaluating evidence in persuasive texts. Features a practice test with multiple-choice questions and a claim-evaluation open response.
A focused practice session for Grade 6 students on comparing and contrasting characters and themes across two fictional stories. Includes a practice test with an MCAS-style open response question.
A lesson focused on identifying and using appositives to add detail and variety to sentences, using a detective-themed 'Identity Files' approach.