A set of printable conversation cue cards for individual student use. Each card features a sentence stem (agree, disagree, add on, etc.) with large text and a visual icon, designed to be cut out and placed on a binder ring.
A professional persuasive writing rubric styled as 'Editorial Standards'. Evaluates thesis, evidence, structure, counterarguments, and conventions across three levels of mastery.
A comprehensive peer review and revision checklist designed with an editorial theme. Includes sections for specific peer feedback and a final 'Ready for Print' checklist for self-assessment.
A themed drafting template with transition word bank, designed for students to write their persuasive essay manuscript. Includes sections for intro, proof, and conclusion with writing lines.
Slides for Lesson 4 focusing on transitions and logical flow as students move from planning to drafting their full persuasive essay.
An evidence verification worksheet where students practice identifying types of evidence (stats, quotes, anecdotes) and drafting a counterargument response.
Slides for Lesson 3 focusing on types of evidence (stats, expert quotes, anecdotes) and how to address counterarguments. Features the 'Counter-Punch' strategy.
A graphic organizer for planning a persuasive essay. Designed with an 'Architectural Blueprint' theme, it helps students structure their thesis, supporting reasons, and call to action.
Slides for Lesson 2 focusing on thesis statement creation and essay organization. Includes a 'thesis formula' and examples of strong vs. weak claims.
A mentor text analysis worksheet featuring a persuasive passage about recess. Students identify the hook, claim, and supporting reasons, and practice distinguishing between facts and opinions as part of their 'Lead Editor' training.
Introduction slides for the Convince Me unit, covering the definition of persuasion, the difference between fact and opinion, and the basic components of a persuasive argument. Includes visual prompts and clear definitions for classroom instruction.
A reflection and planning worksheet for students to identify their favorite coping tools from the Bingo game and prepare for building their visual toolboxes.
A set of 24 calling cards for the teacher to lead the Calm Quest Bingo game. Each card includes the skill name, a brief instruction for students to practice, and a category icon.
A set of 6 unique, colorful Bingo cards for small group play, featuring 24 different school-based coping skills. Each card is designed to be cut out and distributed to students.
A comprehensive teacher guide for facilitating the Attention Ace lesson, featuring a physical movement game, role-play scripts for varying difficulty levels, and a data tracking table.
A two-page student worksheet for identifying 'Attention Fouls' and describing the 'Scout, Approach, Signal' strategy with space for personal drawing and reflection.
A comprehensive teacher's guide for facilitating the Calm Quest Bingo game, including learning objectives, a 30-minute gameplay flow, and discussion prompts.
A visual slide deck teaching the 'Scout, Approach, Signal' strategy for gaining peer attention, featuring sports-themed graphics and role-play scenarios.
A teacher facilitation script for Grade 3 EL Education Module 3, Lesson 3. It provides specific verbal prompts and instructional moves to integrate the Talk Grid and Conversation Mat during key lesson segments like recounting, predicting, and comparing stories.
A simple, grid-based conversation tool for Lesson 3. It features 6 squares with sentence stems specifically for recounting, predicting, vocabulary, language dives, and story comparisons. Designed to be used as a desk mat or cut into cards.