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Minilesson
Would You Rather?
Practice usage with a game.
![Comparing Apples to Oranges Comparing Apples to Oranges](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/wordChoiceC.jpg?itok=7wUpOP9Q)
Minilesson
Malapropism Mania!
Find and fix malapropisms.
![Say What? Say What?](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/soundAdviceC.jpg?itok=bDOn2Jqo)
Minilesson
Words in the Wild
Search the Web for correct usage.
![Words in the Wild Words in the Wild](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/Contents_ChapterPgArt.jpg?itok=BrSvhYqU)
Minilesson
Idiom Safari
Find idioms on the Internet.
![Searching for Workplace Idioms Searching for Workplace Idioms](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/usingInternet_c.jpg?itok=rctlkMyn)
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Literal Idioms
Use idioms literally in a sentence.
![Floating on Air Floating on Air](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/freeWriter.jpg?itok=PSj9QpWW)
Minilesson
Pun-ishing Idioms
Create puns using literal idioms.
![Shocking Puns Shocking Puns](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/electronicNote_c.jpg?itok=plO-cNys)
Minilesson
Building Words
Assemble prefixes, roots, and suffixes.
![Building Vocabulary Building Vocabulary](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/building%20blocks-color.jpg?itok=0DwM0DTm)
Minilesson
Using Context Clues
Learn new words with context clues.
![Context Clues Context Clues](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/guy%20%26%20big%20arrow-color.jpg?itok=X_FDQpCD)
Minilesson
Understanding Context Clues
Learn about context clues for vocabulary.
![Gathering Context Clues Gathering Context Clues](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/guy%20placing%20pieces-color.jpg?itok=-n3u3zZe)
Minilesson
Recognizing Logical Fallacies 2
Learn to spot logical fallacies.
![What Did You Say? What Did You Say?](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/testsC_0.jpg?itok=IEqhXg6J)
Minilesson
Recognizing Logical Fallacies 1
Learn to spot logical fallacies.
![Luring the Unsuspecting Luring the Unsuspecting](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/commasC.jpg?itok=yRs1kDjC)
Minilesson
Distinguishing Argumentation from Persuasion
Study argumentation/persuasion.
![Distinguishing Argumentation from Persuasion Stick figure contemplating apples vs oranges](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/apples%26oranges.jpg?itok=iTTz9taM)
Minilesson
Developing an Opinion Statement
Develop a main claim.
![Developing an Opinion Statement (Claim) High school male cheering](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/otherArguments.jpg?itok=FFthw6kF)
Minilesson
Answering Objections in Arguments
Answer key objections to an argument.
![Answering Objections in Arguments Illustration of figure pulling rope](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/CounteringArguments.jpg?itok=9Rv-cKBw)
Minilesson
Keeping a Learning Log
Tips for starting and maintaining a learning log.
![Keeping a Learning Log Young adult writing on a notepad](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/writingNewsStories.jpg?itok=sVn16KBl)
Minilesson
Performing a Stop 'n' Write
Pause and reflect on your reading or learning.
![Stop N' Write Stop Sign](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/StopSign.png?itok=XqP5WoAm)
Minilesson
Choosing the Right Coordinating Conjunction
Learn how to choose precise connecting words.
![Traffic Light Traffic Light](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/trafficLight.jpg?itok=VbDpPt05)
Minilesson
Elaborating Ideas with Compound Sentences
Learn how to add new details to sentences.
![Street Art Street Art](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/streetArt.jpg?itok=K3G2EmQa)
Minilesson
Labeling Your Feelings
Calm your body and mind by voicing your feelings.
![](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/shutterstock_58967644.jpeg?itok=aMdR_2tN)
Minilesson
Punctuating Dialogue
Teach quotation marks with end punctuation.
Minilesson
Using Signal Phrases
Smoothy integrate sources in your writing.
![](https://k12.thoughtfullearning.com/sites/k12/files/styles/infographic_resource_box/public/minilesson/images/SignalPhrase3.png?itok=j5xsMBqD)
Student Writing Model
Caught in the Net
Kim’s essay uses narration and definition to focus on Internet addiction. This essay predates Facebook, YouTube, Twitter, Skype, and smart phones. How has our definition of Internet addiction changed?
Student Writing Model
Internet Plagiarism
Dan writes a problem-solution essay that focuses on one of the great temptations of the digital age: stealing intellectual property via the Internet. The essay begins by explaining the problem in detail and then shifts to recommending a set of solutions.
Student Writing Model
It’s a Boy!
This model recounts an embarrassing public experience that provided the writer with new insight into teen pregnancy, single parenthood, and social stigmas. The voice of the piece shows the writer's personality and easily connects with readers. Many vivid details make the experience come to life.