English Language Arts — Grade 7

Elements of a Fable

In this lesson students will examine the elements of a fable. Students will use their understanding of fable elements to create an original fable and present it in dramatic form.

This lesson includes modifications and alternative assessments for Advanced Limited English Proficient students.

Format: lesson plan (grade 7 English Language Arts and English Language Development)

By Kate Boyce.

Feel In The Blanks

The following lesson is designed to function as a review of beginning, middle, and end and an introduction to individualized imagination, creativity, and perspective as it relates to the development of dialogue (i.e. improvisation).

Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 English Language Arts)

By Lei Knight.

Grammar Scramblers, Spreadsheets, and Parts of Speech

Students use and create Grammar Scramblers with a spreadsheet in order to practice identifying and using parts of speech in a fun way.

Format: lesson plan (grade 3–9 English Language Arts and Computer Technology Skills)

By Tom Munk.

Poetry through Music: Santana's Smooth

This lesson draws students into a study of poetry, using Santana's Smooth as an entry point.

Format: lesson plan (grade 7 English Language Arts and English Language Development)

By Andrea Belletti.

Seeing Two Poems

This lesson will teach students how to actively read a poem and identify poetic devices.

Format: lesson plan (grade 7 English Language Arts)

By Teachers Connect.

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Beyond the story: A Dickens of a party

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Provider: IRA/NCTE

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