Literature Activities

Cursed Object Auction | Halloween ELA Activity | Gothic Creative Thinking Game

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Plotting Something

Turn Halloween into an atmospheric estate auction where students bid on mysterious objects—then discover exactly what they brought home.The Cursed Object Auction is a one-class-period Halloween ELA experience for grades 9–12. Students work in teams with $600 in fictional money, inspect six estate-ca

9th - 12th Literature, Other (ELA)

Also included in: Halloween ELA Activities Bundle | 4 Gothic Games, Mysteries & Simulations

Would You Survive Gothic Literature? | Halloween ELA Activity | Gothic Game

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Plotting Something

Turn Halloween into a Gothic survival game where every choice changes what students know - and how much the house has gotten inside their heads.Would You Survive Gothic Literature? is a one-class-period Halloween ELA activity for grades 9-12. Students work in teams as one fictional heir trapped insi

9th - 12th Literature, Other (ELA)

Also included in: Halloween ELA Activities Bundle | 4 Gothic Games, Mysteries & Simulations

Literary Séance | Halloween ELA Activity | Character Inference & Writing Game

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Plotting Something

Ten voices have arrived. None will tell your students its name.Literary Séance is a one-period Halloween ELA mystery that asks students to identify classic literary characters from a sequence of staged “manifestations” — then write one final message in character and challenge classmates to identify

9th - 12th Creative Writing, Literature

Also included in: Halloween ELA Activities Bundle | 4 Gothic Games, Mysteries & Simulations

The Haunted Palace by Edgar Allan Poe | Drawing & Extended Metaphor Activity

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Plotting Something

Let students picture Poe's palace before they decide what it means. In this two-part lesson, students closely read and draw "The Haunted Palace," then return to the poem to trace its tonal shift, identify its human features, and discover how the palace becomes a picture of Roderick Usher's mind.FULL

8th - 12th Close Reading, Literature, Poetry

Halloween ELA Activities Bundle | 4 Gothic Games, Mysteries & Simulations

Created by
Plotting Something

Want Halloween lessons that feel seasonal without turning the week into filler? This bundle gives you four complete, one-period ELA experiences for grades 9–12. Each resource uses a different setup - an auction, a Gothic survival game, an emergency broadcast mystery, and a literary-character inferen

9th - 12th Literature, Writing

Gothic Literature FREE Activity | Poe Close Reading & Gothic Elements

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Plotting Something

Need a quick way to introduce Gothic literature without turning it into an elements checklist? This free Gothic literature activity pairs a student-friendly field guide with a continuous public-domain excerpt from Edgar Allan Poe's “The Fall of the House of Usher.” Students identify details that cre

8th - 12th Close Reading, Literature, Reading

The Monkey's Paw Lesson | Gothic Suspense, Foreshadowing, Irony & Ambiguity

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Plotting Something

KeKeep “The Monkey’s Paw” tense instead of turning it into a worksheet marathon. This two-day secondary ELA lesson uses a few deliberate reading stops, then asks students to go back and examine how W. W. Jacobs builds suspense through warning, irony, pacing, Gothic atmosphere, and ambiguity.“The Mon

8th - 12th Close Reading, Literature, Short Stories

“Miss Hickory” Novel Study and Activity Guide

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EGP Media and Press

Make Miss Hickory come to life! This novel study helps students live life alongside Miss Hickory and how she journeys through the seasons. It’s a hands-on guide to have fun while reading the book while also analyzing its literary devices, key characters, and vocabulary.

1st - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary

1800-1914 New England/U.S, Historical Fiction Bundle: Five Novels + BONUS

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EGP Media and Press

Transform your classroom or homeschool with this immersive 5-book bundle that takes students on a journey through 19th-century America's defining struggles and triumphs, specifically in New England.Each novel study replaces traditional quizzes with simulations, STEM labs, and field trip connections—

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

Bud, Not Buddy Novel Study: Cross-Curricular Journey of Identity + Resilience

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EGP Media and Press

This is Part 1 of a full unit. It will help get the novel started And many aspects can be used throughout the conclusion of the book as well. Bring Christopher Paul Curtis’s Award-Winning Novel to Life for Grades 3–12.Step into Bud Caldwell’s journey across Depression-era Michigan with this multi-di

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, For All Subjects

Also included in: Bud, Not Buddy Ultimate Novel Study: Complete Guide & Character Transformation

The Wild Robot: Middle School Enrichment Novel Study Set

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EGP Media and Press

The Wild Robot Perspective Pack: 14 Ready-to-Use Projects Exploring Point of View DIGITAL PDF ELEVATE YOUR WILD ROBOT NOVEL STUDY! Tired of basic comprehension questions that barely scratch the surface of "The Wild Robot"? This Perspective Pack transforms Peter Brown's beloved novel into a rich expl

5th - 9th Literature, Novel Studies, For All Subjects

Also included in: The Wild Robot Explored: Complete Middle School Collection

The Wild Robot Explored: Complete Middle School Collection

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EGP Media and Press

Elevate your teaching of Peter Brown's "The Wild Robot" with our comprehensive cross-curricular collection designed specifically for middle grades (5-9).Complete Collection Includes:1. Cross-Curricular Novel StudySeamlessly integrate literature with STEM concepts, environmental studies, and ethical

5th - 9th Literature, Novel Studies, For All Subjects

The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg: Cross-Curricular Novel Study

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EGP Media and Press

The Mostly True Adventures of Homer P. Figg Comprehensive Novel Study DescriptionPerfect for Classrooms, Homeschools & Co-ops | 64 Pages of Engaging Content | Flexible 2-8 Week Implementation as a standalone novel study or part of a larger Civil War unitPerfect for exploring:Character developmen

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

Religious Persecution Colonial America Primary Source DBQ Quaker + Salem Trials

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EGP Media and Press

Transform History Study with Authentic Primary Source Investigation WHAT’S INCLUDED in the 20 pages: Complete DBQ unit with 8 authentic 17th-century documents 3 comprehensive project-based assessment options Traditional essay format available Direct links to digital archives & historical collect

6th - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

Also included in: Colonial America Literature & History Bundle: Project-Based learning grades 3-12

Bud, Not Buddy Novel Study Part 2 with STEM Integration

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EGP Media and Press

From Hooverville to Found Family - A Multidisciplinary Journey Through the Great Depression Engage students in grades 3-12 with this comprehensive Part 2 novel study that brings the second half of Christopher Paul Curtis's beloved Newbery Medal winner to life through literature, history, science, a

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, Black History

Also included in: Bud, Not Buddy Ultimate Novel Study: Complete Guide & Character Transformation

Johnny Tremain: Complete Project-Based Novel Study & STEM Labs (Grades 3-12)

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EGP Media and Press

Transform Historical Fiction Into Hands-On Learning Adventures From Apprentice Pride to Revolutionary Purpose - A Revolutionary Approach to Literature StudyDitch the boring worksheets and spark genuine excitement for both literature and history with this comprehensive, project-based Johnny Tremain s

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

Also included in: Colonial America Literature & History Bundle: Project-Based learning grades 3-12

Paradigm Spectrum: Multi-Novel Capstone for Historical Worldviews Grades 3-12

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EGP Media and Press

Unlock a transformative learning experience with Paradigm Spectrum: A Multi-Novel Capstone for Historical Worldviews (Grades 3–12), a 58-page, comprehensive curriculum that guides students through an unforgettable journey of historical empathy, critical thinking, and personal growth! Designed as the

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

Courage of Sarah Noble Novel Study: K-5 Literacy, STEM, SEL & History Activities

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EGP Media and Press

Transform your literature study into an engaging journey of critical thinking, historical discovery, and hands-on learning! And let even your young learning impress you with their analytical thinking skills while having fun with project-based learning. This comprehensive novel study for The Courage

Kindergarten - 5th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

Also included in: Colonial America Literature & History Bundle: Project-Based learning grades 3-12

Personal Literary Analysis Through Self-Discovery: Make yourself a "Character"

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EGP Media and Press

Personal Literary Analysis Through Self-Discovery | Multi-Grade ELA Workbook (Grades 3-12)Transform how your students understand literary elements by making analysis deeply personal and meaningful! This comprehensive ELA resource helps upper elementary, middle school, and high school students explor

3rd - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, Other (ELA)

The Wild Robot Elementary Pick Your Own Path Game and Narrative Activity

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EGP Media and Press

Transform How Students Experience Literature and Learn Perspective-Taking!Perfect for: Classroom Teachers (All ages, but target - Grades 2-5), Homeschool Parents, Library Programs, and Summer Learning.Is getting your students excited about reading and understanding different perspectives a challenge

Preschool - 5th Literature, Novel Studies, Other (ELA)

Also included in: The Wild Robot Ultimate Teaching Toolkit: 7-in-1 Immersive Learning System

Bud, Not Buddy Pick Your Own Path Game to teach Great Depression Themes

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EGP Media and Press

Dive into Christopher Paul Curtis's award-winning novel "Bud, Not Buddy" with this engaging branching narrative adventure that's a pick your own path game and printable activity, designed specifically for grades 4-7 classrooms and homeschool literature curriculum.Perfect as a Bud Not Buddy book comp

1st - 8th Literature, Novel Studies, Black History

Shakespeare Quotes 8 Medieval Coloring Bookmarks, Literary DIY Class Gift Craft

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Eden Digital Arts

Coloring bookmarks with inspirational quotes by William Shakespeare with illustrations of people and things from medieval times, craft for literature and history lessons. These bookmarks could be used as personalized gift tags or cards for friends and family who love literature; or as a fun coloring

Not Grade Specific English Language Arts, Literature

Also included in: Fun Bundle Shakespeare Plays Quotes Coloring Bookmarks Keepsake Gifts Craft

A Tale of Two Cities Charles Dickens Quotes Coloring Bookmarks Teen Craft Gifts

Created by
Eden Digital Arts

Set of 4 different coloring bookmarks with quotes by Charles Dickens from A Tale of Two Cities to be used as gifts, early finishers, addition to sub plans, and more. Using coloring bookmarks with quotes and illustrations can be a wonderful way to engage readers and explore the themes and characters

Not Grade Specific Balanced Literacy, Literature

Don Quixote Coloring Bookmarks Cervantes Quotes Novel Review Activity Keepsake

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Eden Digital Arts

Set of 4 different coloring bookmarks with quotes by Miguel de Cervantes from Don Quixote, with antique book illustrations, to be used as low prep review activity, gifts, rewards, fast finishers, additions to sub plans, and more. Using coloring bookmarks with quotes and illustrations can be a wonder

9th - Adult Education English Language Arts, Literature, Reading