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Informational Reading Comprehension: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Informational Reading Comprehension: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Worksheet
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Informational Reading Comprehension: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Eighth Grade
Reading
Give your students experience with reading and analyzing primary sources with this powerful excerpt from the memoir of Frederick Douglass.
Worksheet
Informational Reading Comprehension: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Informational Reading Comprehension: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Worksheet
Informational Reading Comprehension: Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass
Give your students experience with reading and analyzing primary sources with this powerful excerpt from the memoir of Frederick Douglass.
Eighth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Figurative Language
Figurative Language
Guided Lesson
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Figurative Language
Fifth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
As students begin to read more sophisticated texts, understanding how authors use figurative language becomes critical. In this unit, students will revisit some of the figurative language they learned in fourth grade and also study some new ones too, including onomatopoeia, hyperbole, puns and oxymorons. Analyzing how figurative language is used in texts will help readers apply what they have learned.
Guided Lesson
Figurative Language
Figurative Language
Guided Lesson
Figurative Language
As students begin to read more sophisticated texts, understanding how authors use figurative language becomes critical. In this unit, students will revisit some of the figurative language they learned in fourth grade and also study some new ones too, including onomatopoeia, hyperbole, puns and oxymorons. Analyzing how figurative language is used in texts will help readers apply what they have learned.
Fifth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Guided Lesson
Extended Reading Comprehension: The Gift of the Magi
Extended Reading Comprehension: The Gift of the Magi
Worksheet
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Extended Reading Comprehension: The Gift of the Magi
Seventh Grade
Reading
Students read a two-page adaptation of "The Gift of the Magi" and dig deep into the figurative language and literary devices of this classic story!
Worksheet
Extended Reading Comprehension: The Gift of the Magi
Extended Reading Comprehension: The Gift of the Magi
Worksheet
Extended Reading Comprehension: The Gift of the Magi
Students read a two-page adaptation of "The Gift of the Magi" and dig deep into the figurative language and literary devices of this classic story!
Seventh Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Hyperboles in History
Hyperboles in History
Worksheet
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Hyperboles in History
Fifth Grade
Reading
Students will learn about the history of hyperbole in literature and politics.
Worksheet
Hyperboles in History
Hyperboles in History
Worksheet
Hyperboles in History
Students will learn about the history of hyperbole in literature and politics.
Fifth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Analyzing Poetry: “We Wear the Mask” by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Analyzing Poetry: “We Wear the Mask” by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Worksheet
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Analyzing Poetry: “We Wear the Mask” by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Seventh Grade
Reading
Introduce readers to the poem “We Wear the Mask” by Paul Laurence Dunbar with this poetry analysis worksheet!
 
Worksheet
Analyzing Poetry: “We Wear the Mask” by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Analyzing Poetry: “We Wear the Mask” by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Worksheet
Analyzing Poetry: “We Wear the Mask” by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Introduce readers to the poem “We Wear the Mask” by Paul Laurence Dunbar with this poetry analysis worksheet!
 
Seventh Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Look for the Sounds
Look for the Sounds
Worksheet
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Look for the Sounds
Fourth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
In this worksheet, children will read five sentences, underlining the word that is an example of onomatopoeia.
Worksheet
Look for the Sounds
Look for the Sounds
Worksheet
Look for the Sounds
In this worksheet, children will read five sentences, underlining the word that is an example of onomatopoeia.
Fourth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Worksheet
Fall Figurative Language Task Cards
Fall Figurative Language Task Cards
Worksheet
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Fall Figurative Language Task Cards
Fourth Grade
Reading
Ideal for fourth and fifth graders, this worksheet includes figurative language examples and definitions on the first page, and a second full page of questions and tasks that can be used to check for understanding.
Worksheet
Fall Figurative Language Task Cards
Fall Figurative Language Task Cards
Worksheet
Fall Figurative Language Task Cards
Ideal for fourth and fifth graders, this worksheet includes figurative language examples and definitions on the first page, and a second full page of questions and tasks that can be used to check for understanding.
Fourth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
A Nation’s Strength
A Nation’s Strength
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A Nation’s Strength
Fifth Grade
Reading
In this reading and writing worksheet about the poem “A Nation’s Strength” by William Ralph Emerson, students will use their understanding of figurative language to identify and define metaphors and difficult vocabulary.
Worksheet
A Nation’s Strength
A Nation’s Strength
Worksheet
A Nation’s Strength
In this reading and writing worksheet about the poem “A Nation’s Strength” by William Ralph Emerson, students will use their understanding of figurative language to identify and define metaphors and difficult vocabulary.
Fifth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Rainy Day Friend Classroom Story
Rainy Day Friend Classroom Story
Worksheet
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Rainy Day Friend Classroom Story
Second Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Children will discover how figurative language can enliven writing in this fun cut-and-paste worksheet.
Worksheet
Rainy Day Friend Classroom Story
Rainy Day Friend Classroom Story
Worksheet
Rainy Day Friend Classroom Story
Children will discover how figurative language can enliven writing in this fun cut-and-paste worksheet.
Second Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Worksheet
Figurative Language in Context #1
Figurative Language in Context #1
Worksheet
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Figurative Language in Context #1
Sixth Grade
Figurative Language
This grammar worksheet gives students a chance to study real examples of figurative language in context, including similes, metaphors, idioms, and personification.
Worksheet
Figurative Language in Context #1
Figurative Language in Context #1
Worksheet
Figurative Language in Context #1
This grammar worksheet gives students a chance to study real examples of figurative language in context, including similes, metaphors, idioms, and personification.
Sixth Grade
Figurative Language
Worksheet
Figurative Language in Context #2
Figurative Language in Context #2
Worksheet
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Figurative Language in Context #2
Seventh Grade
Figurative Language
This seventh-grade worksheet gives students a chance to study real examples of allusion (mythological, biblical, literary, or historical), simile, personification, or metaphor. 
Worksheet
Figurative Language in Context #2
Figurative Language in Context #2
Worksheet
Figurative Language in Context #2
This seventh-grade worksheet gives students a chance to study real examples of allusion (mythological, biblical, literary, or historical), simile, personification, or metaphor. 
Seventh Grade
Figurative Language
Worksheet
Reading Comprehension: Excerpt Adapted From The Wreck of the Golden Mary
Reading Comprehension: Excerpt Adapted From The Wreck of the Golden Mary
Worksheet
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Reading Comprehension: Excerpt Adapted From The Wreck of the Golden Mary
Seventh Grade
Reading
Read and analyze an excerpt adapted from “The Wreck of the Golden Mary” by Charles Dickens with this reading comprehension worksheet!
Worksheet
Reading Comprehension: Excerpt Adapted From The Wreck of the Golden Mary
Reading Comprehension: Excerpt Adapted From The Wreck of the Golden Mary
Worksheet
Reading Comprehension: Excerpt Adapted From The Wreck of the Golden Mary
Read and analyze an excerpt adapted from “The Wreck of the Golden Mary” by Charles Dickens with this reading comprehension worksheet!
Seventh Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Figurative Language in Context #3
Figurative Language in Context #3
Worksheet
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Figurative Language in Context #3
Eighth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Students study real examples of verbal irony, puns, personification, and allusions in context with this eighth-grade worksheet!
Worksheet
Figurative Language in Context #3
Figurative Language in Context #3
Worksheet
Figurative Language in Context #3
Students study real examples of verbal irony, puns, personification, and allusions in context with this eighth-grade worksheet!
Eighth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Worksheet
Personification in Context
Personification in Context
Worksheet
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Personification in Context
Fifth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Explore figurative language in context with this personification worksheet designed for fifth through eigth graders! 
Worksheet
Personification in Context
Personification in Context
Worksheet
Personification in Context
Explore figurative language in context with this personification worksheet designed for fifth through eigth graders! 
Fifth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Worksheet
Character Archetype Trading Cards
Character Archetype Trading Cards
Worksheet
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Character Archetype Trading Cards
Sixth Grade
Reading
Get students thinking critically and creatively about character archetypes in the novels they’re reading with this engaging reading activity!
Worksheet
Character Archetype Trading Cards
Character Archetype Trading Cards
Worksheet
Character Archetype Trading Cards
Get students thinking critically and creatively about character archetypes in the novels they’re reading with this engaging reading activity!
Sixth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Novel Study: The Lightning Thief: Analyzing Characters’ Dialogue
Novel Study: The Lightning Thief: Analyzing Characters’ Dialogue
Worksheet
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Novel Study: The Lightning Thief: Analyzing Characters’ Dialogue
Sixth Grade
Reading
After finishing Rick Riordan’s The Lightning Thief, students reflect on the author's use of dialogue and literary techniques to drive the story.
Worksheet
Novel Study: The Lightning Thief: Analyzing Characters’ Dialogue
Novel Study: The Lightning Thief: Analyzing Characters’ Dialogue
Worksheet
Novel Study: The Lightning Thief: Analyzing Characters’ Dialogue
After finishing Rick Riordan’s The Lightning Thief, students reflect on the author's use of dialogue and literary techniques to drive the story.
Sixth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Analyzing Poetry: “I like to see it lap the Miles” by Emily Dickinson
Analyzing Poetry: “I like to see it lap the Miles” by Emily Dickinson
Worksheet
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Analyzing Poetry: “I like to see it lap the Miles” by Emily Dickinson
Eighth Grade
Reading
Introduce readers to the poem “I like to see it lap the Miles” by beloved American poet Emily Dickinson.
Worksheet
Analyzing Poetry: “I like to see it lap the Miles” by Emily Dickinson
Analyzing Poetry: “I like to see it lap the Miles” by Emily Dickinson
Worksheet
Analyzing Poetry: “I like to see it lap the Miles” by Emily Dickinson
Introduce readers to the poem “I like to see it lap the Miles” by beloved American poet Emily Dickinson.
Eighth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Analyzing Poetry: “Paul Revere’s Ride” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Analyzing Poetry: “Paul Revere’s Ride” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Worksheet
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Analyzing Poetry: “Paul Revere’s Ride” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Eighth Grade
Reading
Read and answer comprehension questions about Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's classic narrative poem "Paul Revere’s Ride."
Worksheet
Analyzing Poetry: “Paul Revere’s Ride” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Analyzing Poetry: “Paul Revere’s Ride” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Worksheet
Analyzing Poetry: “Paul Revere’s Ride” by Henry Wadsworth Longfellow
Read and answer comprehension questions about Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's classic narrative poem "Paul Revere’s Ride."
Eighth Grade
Reading
Worksheet
Making Alliteration Accessible
Making Alliteration Accessible
Lesson Plan
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Making Alliteration Accessible
Fifth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Help your ELs learn about alliteration and practice identifying the descriptive adjectives and nouns that make up alliterative sentences. It can be a stand-alone lesson or used as support to the lesson Analyzing Alliteration.
Lesson Plan
Making Alliteration Accessible
Making Alliteration Accessible
Lesson Plan
Making Alliteration Accessible
Help your ELs learn about alliteration and practice identifying the descriptive adjectives and nouns that make up alliterative sentences. It can be a stand-alone lesson or used as support to the lesson Analyzing Alliteration.
Fifth Grade
Grammar and Mechanics
Lesson Plan
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