Middle School English Language Arts Resources

Progressive Tense Verbs Digital Cloze Reading Passages for 4th Grade Grammar

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

This no-prep digital Progressive Verbs grammar resource includes 10 different cloze reading passages with 9 unique progressive verbs per passage. Every passage is contained in its own Google Doc and includes 3 past progressive verbs, 3 present progressive verbs, and 3 future progressive verbs.

4th - 7th English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing

Also included in: Progressive Tense Verbs Cloze Reading Activity Bundle Hands-On & Digital

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Perfect Tense Verbs 5th Grade Digital Cloze Reading Passages: No-Prep Grammar

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

This Perfect Tense Verbs no-prep digital grammar resource for 5th grade includes 10 different cloze reading passages with 9 perfect tense verbs per passage. Every passage is contained in its own Google Doc and includes 3 past perfect verbs, 3 present perfect verbs, and 3 future perfect verbs.

5th - 8th English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing

Also included in: Perfect Tense Verbs Cloze Reading Activity Bundle: Hands-On & Digital Activities

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Run On Sentences Activity Bundle: Notes booklet, SCOOT, Interactive Card Game

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Need your third, fourth, or fifth graders to review fixing sentence run-ons and writing in complete sentences? This fun activity bundle includes a direct instruction guided grammar note-taking booklet, collaborative Run-On or Sentence Scoot task cards, and an engaging Run-Ons card game.

3rd - 6th ELA Test Prep, Grammar, Writing

Scrambled Paragraph Puzzles: Organize Sentences to Improve Paragraph Writing

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Improve paragraph writing with these 10 scrambled paragraphs puzzles, where students must rearrange the sentences of a scrambled paragraph to place them in their proper, logical sequence. Ideal for grades 4-7.

4th - 7th Informational Text, Writing, Writing Expository

Also included in: Paragraph Puzzles Bundle: Organize Scrambled Sentences Writing Activities

Black History Month Paragraph Puzzles to Improve Paragraph Writing Organization

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Improve paragraph writing with these 10 Black History Month Paragraph Puzzles, where students must rearrange the sentences of a scrambled paragraph to place them in their proper, logical sequence.

4th - 7th Writing, Writing Expository, Black History

Also included in: Paragraph Puzzles Bundle: Organize Scrambled Sentences Writing Activities

Native American Heritage Month Paragraph Puzzles Hands-On Digital Activities

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Improve paragraph writing with these 10 Native American Heritage Month Paragraph Puzzles, where students must rearrange the sentences of a scrambled paragraph to place them in their proper, logical sequence.

4th - 7th Writing, Writing Expository, Native Americans

Also included in: Paragraph Puzzles Bundle: Organize Scrambled Sentences Writing Activities

Write Essay and Story Introductions and Conclusions SBAC CAASPP Test Prep BUNDLE

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Prepare for the SBAC CAASPP test by teaching your 4th - 7th graders how to write great introductions and conclusions for expository essays, opinion essays, and narrative stories.

4th - 6th Creative Writing, ELA Test Prep, Writing Expository

Gold Rush Narrative Writing Performance Task ELA SBAC Test Prep Gr. 3-6

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Prepare for the SBAC test performance task with a journey back in time! This Narrative Writing Mini Performance Task is designed to mimic the format and rigor of the CAASPP or SBAC end-of-year state test while keeping students engaged with the thrilling tale of the California Gold Rush!

3rd - 6th Creative Writing, ELA Test Prep, Writing

Narrative Writing Mini Performance Task ELA SBAC Test Prep: ROLLER COASTERS

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Prepare for the SBAC test performance task with a high-speed adventure! This Narrative Writing Mini Performance Task is designed to mimic the format and rigor of the CAASPP or SBAC end-of-year state test while keeping students engaged with the thrilling world of Roller Coasters.

3rd - 6th Creative Writing, ELA Test Prep, Writing

The Wild Robot — Roz Reimagined: The Ship of Theseus Philosophy Adventure

Created by
EGP Media and Press

The Ship of Theseus Robot Identity ProjectTransform Abstract Philosophy into Tangible LearningBring philosophical thinking to life with this innovative project kit that turns the ancient Ship of Theseus paradox into an engaging, hands-on learning experience for middle grade readers of "The Wild Robo

5th - 12th Literature, Novel Studies, Other (Social Studies)

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

Soft Rain: A Story of the Cherokee Trail of Tears - Novel Study & STEM Lab

Created by
EGP Media and Press

• Dive into Jacksonian Era history and Native American resilience with this student manual for Soft Rain: A Story of the Cherokee Trail of Tears.• Designed for grades 3-9, this digital or printable PDF guide is open-and-go, with no printouts for writing.• Students use their own paper, word processor

3rd - 9th Literature, Novel Studies, U.S. History

The Witch of Blackbird Pond Novel Study: 76 Pages w/ Cross-Curricular Activities

Created by
EGP Media and Press

Step into 1687 Colonial Connecticut with this comprehensive 70+ page novel study that transforms The Witch of Blackbird Pond into an immersive learning experience through thoughtfully designed activities and cross-curricular projects. What Makes This Study Special:This isn’t just comprehension quest

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

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

From Canvas to Clues: Chasing Vermeer Novel Study with Art History Investigation

Created by
EGP Media and Press

Enjoy Chasing Vermeer and an Art History all in one with this project based learning opportunity. Based on your project knowledge, here's a compelling bundle name and description:Unlock the secrets of art history and literary mystery with this comprehensive detective learning experience! Perfect for

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

Imaginative Fun Story Fictional Narrative Writing Paper Plot Prompts Organizer

Created by
The Wordsmith Cat

Support imaginative narrative writing with a fun, guided Museum Mystery story-writing activity for students in Grades 3–6. This resource provides a clear and consistent structure to help students plan, draft, continue, and reflect on a fictional story.Students begin with a two-page story starter and

3rd - 6th Creative Writing, Writing

Also included in: Finish the Story Independent Narrative Writing Packet Imaginative Fictional 5th

Fragments and Run-On Sentences Bundle: Grammar Activities & Practice 4th-6th Gr.

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Tired of reading run-on sentences and sentence fragments in your student writing pieces? This Fragments & Run-Ons Mega Bundle provides a complete, scaffolded system that takes students step-by-step through direct instruction, interactive games, real-world context editing, and formal assessments!

4th - 6th ELA Test Prep, Grammar, Writing

Morphology Worksheets Prefixes Suffixes Root Words & Greek Latin Roots 6th Grade

Created by
The Wordsmith Cat

Build structured word study with focused practice in prefixes, suffixes, base words, root words, and Greek and Latin roots. This 13-page morphology notebook resource gives students clear examples, concise explanations, and guided tasks for breaking words into meaningful parts.Designed for students i

5th - 7th Reading, Reading Strategies, Spelling

Also included in: Morphology Greek Latin Roots Base Words Prefixes Suffixes Word Work 5th 6th 7th

Greek & Latin Root Word Study Worksheets & Reading Assessment 4th 5th 6th Grade

Created by
The Wordsmith Cat

Are you looking for activities to engage 4th-6th grade students in learning about Greek and Latin root words? This bundle features 16 Greek and Latin root word activities, worksheets, and task cards. The resources are ready to print and ideal to supplement explicit Science of Reading morphology teac

4th - 6th Grammar, Reading, Reading Strategies

Morphology Middle School Short Reading Passage 5th Grade Multisyllabic Words

Created by
The Wordsmith Cat

Do you need short, focused practice that connects morphology and reading comprehension? This 5th and 6th grade resource uses 20 reading passages to help students explore multisyllabic words with a prefix, root, and suffix in meaningful context.Each passage is paired with consistent vocabulary and wo

5th - 6th Reading Strategies, Science of Reading, Vocabulary

Also included in: Morphology Greek Latin Roots Base Words Prefixes Suffixes Word Work 5th 6th 7th

St Patricks Day Morphology Activity Reading Comprehension Fluency 6th 7th Grade

Created by
The Wordsmith Cat

Engage 6th and 7th grade students in morphology with real-world events! This resource uses St Patrick's Day vocabulary to expose students to word morphology, morphemes, and etymology. This resource includes 10 reading passages with key morphology words for students to read in context. There is a sup

5th - 8th Grammar, Science of Reading, Vocabulary

Also included in: Morphology Science of Reading Fluency Passages Older Students 5th 6th 7th Grade

Appositive Phrases Hands-On Comma Rules Grammar Practice Activities Grades 4-7

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

Learning grammar, sentence types, appositive phrases, and punctuation and comma rules really can be fun when it's taught kinesthetically! Get your students building rich sentences with appositives in this interactive, hands-on grammar activity.

4th - 7th English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing

Also included in: Appositives & Appositive Phrase Hands-on Grammar Activity Bundle for Grades 5-8

Appositive Phrases: Cloze Reading Passages with Appositives for Grammar Review

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

If you've taught appositives, but your students need more practice with appositive phrases before they are able to integrate them into their writing, then this activity is for you. This easy prep resource includes 10 cloze reading passages with appositive phrases.

4th - 7th English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing

Also included in: Appositive Phrases Cloze Reading Activity Bundle: Hands-On & Digital Activities

Commas in a Series Hands-On Comma Rules Punctuation Scoot Grammar Activity

Created by
iTeach & iWrite

This printable Commas in a Series activity pack transforms your grammar activities and makes learning comma rules and practicing punctuation rules fun! Includes an interactive, hands-on grammar activity to separate items in a series and a Scoot activity that gets kids up out of their seats.

3rd - 6th English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing

Also included in: Comma Rules Hands-On Grammar Practice Activities for Grades 3-8: Activity Bundle

The Open Window | Saki Short Story | Irony, Characterization & Twist Ending

Created by
Plotting Something

Teach Saki’s “The Open Window” in one class period without stopping the story to death. Students read the complete story straight through, briefly sort out the ending, and then go back to examine how Vera gets Framton to believe her. Includes the full public-domain text in a beautifully illustrated

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

FREE Reading Receipts | Prescription | Daily Living Skills | Functional Reading

Created by
True Grit Life Skills

Build practical functional reading, daily living skills, and financial literacy with this FREE Reading Receipts activity featuring a realistic prescription label and pharmacy receipt!Students practice reading receipts, reading prescription labels, and interpreting everyday financial documents as the

4th - Adult Education Informational Text, Health, Family Consumer Sciences