TED-Ed
A Simple Way to Tell Insects Apart
Did you know an insect has unique mouthparts based on what and how it eats? This is a simple way to identify the order an insect belongs to. Watch a video that explains the interesting world of insect mouthparts.
PBS
Christmas | All About the Holidays
A video discusses the American traditions associated with Christmas including gift-giving, decorating, going to church, and spending time with loved ones.
Saint Paul Public Schools
Friendship Support Group
What is a friend? Help young learners develop important skills for building and developing friendships with the range of activities presented in this resource.
Andrews McMeel Publishing
POW! A Peanuts Collection
Make a study of Charles M. Scultz's famous comic strip Peanuts in your language arts class. Class members read and discuss the baseball-themed book POW! A Peanuts Collection. After talking about themes and vocabulary, they complete...
Other
Region 13 Ecp: The Teacher Toolkit: Accountable Discussions
A video and description of accountable discussion in the classroom. Accountable discussion empowers students to draw up arguments based on evidence. Students learn how to respect the views of their peers while strengthening their...
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Learn Zillion: Develop Supporting Ideas for a Thesis
In this lesson, you will learn how to develop more supporting ideas for your big idea by asking questions and using precise words. [5:26]
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Learn Zillion: Write a Topic Sentence That Includes the Big Idea
In this lesson, you will learn how to write a topic sentence by combining question parts with the big idea. [4:59]
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Learn Zillion: Revise a Constructed Response Answer
In this lesson, you will learn how to revise your answer by rereading it and asking if it fully answers the question. [4:30]
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Learn Zillion: Understanding a Constructed Response Question
In this lesson, you will learn to understand a question by creating an "I need to" statement. [3:16]
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Learn Zillion: Brainstorm Topics for a Persuasive Speech
In this lesson, you will learn how to brainstorm persuasive topics by listing things you care about and that give you strong feelings. [5:11]
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Learn Zillion: Gather Information From Nonfiction Text Features
In this lesson, you will learn how to get ready to read an article by gathering information from nonfiction text features. Login gives access to an additional video. [5:14]
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Learn Zillion: Revise Your Thinking as You Read
In this lesson, you will learn how to revise your thinking as you read by pausing at the end of each section and asking, "How has my thinking changed?" Login gives access to an additional video. [5:20]
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Learn Zillion: Draft Body Paragraphs for an Informational Text
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft body paragraphs for an informational text by re-writing facts in complete sentences and using an explaining voice. [5:16]
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Learn Zillion: Write a Conclusion for an Informational Text
In this lesson, you will learn how to conclude an informational text by asking, "How will readers remember this information?" [5:07]
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Learn Zillion: Draft Body Paragraphs With Real Life Examples
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft body paragraphs by stretching out your reasons with examples from your life. [5:40]
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Learn Zillion: Revising Writing to Be More Concise
In this lesson, you will learn how to revise your persuasive speech by rereading to make sure your evidence supports your thesis statement. [5:13]
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Learn Zillion: Use Paragraph Form
In this lesson, you will learn how to organize ideas and evidence in an argumentative essay by using paragraph form. [6:16]
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Learn Zillion: Write a Strong Conclusion
In this lesson, you will learn how to conclude your argumentative essay by summarizing your key points and telling your reader to take action. [5:15]
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Learn Zillion: Organize Ideas for an Argumentative Essay
In this lesson, you will learn how to organize your ideas for an argumentative essay by using a short plan. [4:30]
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Learn Zillion: Write Body Paragraphs That Include Facts and Details
In this lesson, you will learn how to draft body paragraphs in a report by writing a topic sentence and giving supporting details. Login gives access to a slideshow as well. [8:54]
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Learn Zillion: Revise Order of Evidence in an Argumentative Essay
In this lesson, you will learn how to improve your argumentative essay by reconsidering the order of your supporting evidence. [5:24]
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Learn Zillion: Generate and Choose a Topic for Argumentative Writing
In this lesson, you will learn how to generate ideas for a argumentative essay by making a list of important topics. [4:50]
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Learn Zillion: Connect Ideas and Examples in Argumentative Writing
In this lesson, you will learn how to make your paragraphs flow by connecting your examples to your opinion. [3:50]
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Learn Zillion: Write a Conclusion by Restating the Big Idea
In this lesson, you will learn how to write a conclusion by restating the big idea using your own voice. [5:21]