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Pun-ishing Idioms
Create puns using literal idioms.
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Using Context Clues
Learn new words with context clues.
Minilesson
Understanding Context Clues
Learn about context clues for vocabulary.
Minilesson
Recognizing Logical Fallacies 2
Learn to spot logical fallacies.
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Recognizing Logical Fallacies 1
Learn to spot logical fallacies.
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Distinguishing Argumentation from Persuasion
Study argumentation/persuasion.
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Developing an Opinion Statement
Develop a main claim.
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Keeping a Learning Log
Tips for starting and maintaining a learning log.
Minilesson
Performing a Stop 'n' Write
Pause and reflect on your reading or learning.
Minilesson
Writing a "Showing" Paragraph
Help students show instead of tell.
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Writing a Four-Star Food Review
Use this prompt to spark students' creativity.
Minilesson
Writing: Now how do I get out of this one?
Assign this prompt to spark students' creativity.
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Writing a Diary of a Famous Figure
Have students creatively narrate.
Minilesson
Elaborating Ideas Using Different Levels of Details
Teach elaboration with levels of detail.
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Using Parallel Structure
Teach students to write using parallel structure.
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Thinking About a Process
Prepare students for how-to or process writing.
Minilesson
Seeing Emotion in Facial Expressions
Create mindfulness of facial expressions.
Minilesson
Seeing Emotions in Body Language
Create mindfulness of body language.
Minilesson
Understanding the Parts of the Brain
Teach brain parts and functions.
Minilesson
Starting Stories: 5 Great Beginning Strategies
Practice five strategies for starting a story.
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Setting and Reaching Goals
Help students set and reach academic goals.
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Calming Down with Deep Pressure
Teach deep pressure to calm students.
Minilesson
Sequencing with a Time Line
Use time lines for critical thinking.
Minilesson
Evaluating with a Pro-Con Chart
Analyze good and bad with a pro-con chart.