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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

A Map is Worth a Thousand Words

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students read the story, "The Most Dangerous Game," by Richard Connell. They discuss specific parts of the story with a group and put their lists on the board. They write a summary of the plot and setting of the story.
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Shmoop University

Shmoop: Hamlet: In a Nutshell

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives an overview of the plot of Hamlet as well as giving background information the time period in which Shakespeare wrote this play.
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Unit Plan
Scholastic

Scholastic: Book Files: Bridge to Terabithia [Pdf]

For Students 3rd - 8th
"Bridge to Terabithia", a Newbery Award winner by Katherine Paterson is a contemporary novel of friendship, accepting differences, giving, imagination, and caring for others. Friends, Jess and Leslie live in rural Virginia community....
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Lesson Plan
Louisiana Department of Education

Louisiana Doe: Louisiana Believes: English Language Arts, Grade 9: The Odyssey

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
This unit builds on student knowledge of the quest. Students come to understand how great literature reflects life, and how in any journey (be it physical or metaphysical) patience is important for gaining wisdom and experience along the...
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My Hero Project

My Hero: Shel Silverstein

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this resource to learn why Shel Silverstein's poetry is so compelling for young readers. Read excerpts from his poetry and check out related links.
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Activity
Shmoop University

Shmoop: The Scarlet Letter Summary

For Students 9th - 10th
This plot summary highlights the various themes that are presented in the novel as well as giving insightful background information on the main characters.
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Activity
Shmoop University

Shmoop: Hard Times

For Students 9th - 10th
This fascinating site looks as Charles Dicken's Hard Times giving an in depth look at the time period in which it was written, the major characters and their motives.