Common Core: Elements of Literature, Grades 6 - 8

Common Core: Elements of Literature, Grades 6 - 8
Author: Linda Armstrong
Publisher: Mark Twain Media
Total Pages: 52
Release: 2014-01-15
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1622234642

Centered around Common Core State Standards, Common Core: Elements of Literature is designed to help students understand such complex elements of literature as irony and symbolism. Practice pages, student charts, graphic organizers, research challenges, discussion starters, writing prompts, games, group activities, and recommended reading lists enable students to practice: Pinpointing character, setting, plot, and theme; uncovering common symbols in fiction; detecting similes, metaphors, and other figures of speech; spotting verbal, situational, and dramatic irony; and recognizing allegory, parody, and satire. --Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing captivating, supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, the product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character. Mark Twain Media also provides innovative classroom solutions for bulletin boards and interactive whiteboards. Since 1977, Mark Twain Media has remained a reliable source for a wide variety of engaging classroom resources.

Elements of Literature, Grade 6

Elements of Literature, Grade 6
Author: Holt Rinehart & Winston
Publisher:
Total Pages: 900
Release: 2002
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9780030673047

Collections of literary works and accompanying lessons covering conflict, autobiography, poetry, main ideas, short story, drama, subjective and objective writing, and mythology and folk tales.

Common Core Math Activities, Grades 6 - 8

Common Core Math Activities, Grades 6 - 8
Author: Karise Mace
Publisher: Mark Twain Media
Total Pages: 100
Release: 2015-01-23
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1622235320

Centered around Common Core State Standards, Common Core Math Activities features hands-on lab activities that allow students to explore and gain deeper understanding of mathematical concepts. From Wrapping Packages to Crime Scene Investigation, students will be challenged to pull from previous mathematical knowledge and extend it as they investigate mathematical relationships and concepts. This 96-page resource features teacher pages which include materials, pacing, and helpful tips for each lab. Each activity is designed to help develops problem-solving skills. Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing captivating, supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, the product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character.

Poetry Comprehension, Grades 6 - 8

Poetry Comprehension, Grades 6 - 8
Author: Schyrlet Cameron
Publisher: Mark Twain Media
Total Pages: 68
Release: 2016-01-04
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1622235940

Poetry Comprehension for grades 6 to 8 focuses on the reading standards for ELA to help your students improve comprehension skills. With this book, students will acquire and apply the skills necessary for analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating poetry. --Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing engaging supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, this product line covers a range of subjects including math, science, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character.

Story Elements

Story Elements
Author: Rebecca Stark
Publisher:
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2006-12-28
Genre: Children's literature
ISBN: 9781566441865

It is important that students learn to analyze and interpret the literature they read-not only for good results on standardized tests, but also for enjoyment throughout their lives. To get the most out of what they read, they should be able to analyze a work's literary elements. This book is designed to help students in grades five through eight achieve that goal. Grades 5 through 8.This book includes the following: Plot and Conflict;Character;Setting;Point of View; Tone; Mood;Style;Theme;Genre. FormatEach Literary Element Section includes...Definition / Explanation;One or More Examples in Classic or Modern Literature;Skill-building Activities Based on the Story Element

STEM Labs for Physical Science, Grades 6 - 8

STEM Labs for Physical Science, Grades 6 - 8
Author: Schyrlet Cameron
Publisher: Mark Twain Media
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2017-01-03
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1622236645

Filled with 26 hands-on activities, the STEM Labs for Physical Science book challenges students to apply content knowledge, technological design, and scientific inquiry to solve problems. Topics covered include: -matter -motion -energy This physical science book correlates to current state standards. Cultivate an interest in science, technology, engineering, and math by encouraging students to collaborate and communicate for STEM success. STEM Labs for Physical Science includes lab activities to motivate students to work together, and it also provides you with materials for instruction and assessment. Labs incorporate the following components: -critical Thinking -teamwork -creativity -communication Mark Twain Media Publishing Company creates products to support success in science, math, language arts, fine arts, history, social studies, government, and character. Designed by educators for educators, the Mark Twain Publishing product line specializes in providing excellent supplemental books and content-rich décor for middle-grade and upper-grade classrooms.

STEM Labs for Life Science, Grades 6 - 8

STEM Labs for Life Science, Grades 6 - 8
Author: Schyrlet Cameron
Publisher: Mark Twain Media
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2017-01-03
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1622236637

STEM Labs for Life Science by Mark Twain includes 26 fun, integrated labs that help students understand concepts such as: -life -human body systems -ecosystems This middle school life science book encourages students to collaborate and communicate to solve real-world problems. The STEM Labs for Life Science book for sixth–eighth grades features introductory materials to explain STEM education concepts and provides materials for instruction and assessment. Correlated to meet current state standards, each lab combines the following essential STEM concepts: -communication -creativity -teamwork -critical thinking The Mark Twain Publishing Company provides classroom decorations and supplemental books for middle-grade and upper-grade classrooms. These products are designed by leading educators and cover science, math, behavior management, history, government, language arts, fine arts, and social studies.

Project-Based Learning Tasks for Common Core State Standards, Grades 6 - 8

Project-Based Learning Tasks for Common Core State Standards, Grades 6 - 8
Author: Schyrlet Cameron
Publisher: Mark Twain Media
Total Pages: 64
Release: 2013-12-01
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1622234898

Project-Based Learning Tasks for Common Core State Standards is designed to help middle-school students use research skills, teamwork, communication, and critical thinking to solve real-life problems. Includes a Common Core State Standards matrix. Mark Twain Media Publishing Company specializes in providing captivating, supplemental books and decorative resources to complement middle- and upper-grade classrooms. Designed by leading educators, the product line covers a range of subjects including mathematics, sciences, language arts, social studies, history, government, fine arts, and character. Mark Twain Media also provides innovative classroom solutions for bulletin boards and interactive whiteboards. Since 1977, Mark Twain Media has remained a reliable source for a wide variety of engaging classroom resources.