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Romeo and Juliet in Urban Slang

Author: Tonia Lee

This book translates Romeo and Juliet into language that kids can understand. It also includes questions and activities at the end of each act.

It's not just for urban kids either. I plan on using it for my rural North Carlina students.

Act 1

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Literary Terms Work Sheet

Worksheet

For this worksheet, students will come up with a literary device (ie, simile, metaphor) based on the picture. When I did this activity, I encouraged students to add to my illustration.

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5 Ways to Get Your Boss to Give You a Vacation

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Free Downloadable Poster: FUNNY

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I was inspired to create this poster because I was having a "not so great day." I hope that it brightens your day a little.

Short Story: The Meanest English Teacher Ever

The Meanest English Teacher Ever

Here's a story that your students will be able relate to. (Yes, I know I ended a sentence with a prepostion, but relax, it's okay.)

The story includes questions about point of view as well.

MLA Formatting in Laymen's Terms

I've found that students are clueless when it comes to the purpose of MLA formatting. These worksheets and explain MLA formatting in pratical terms. They also provide the students with an activity to enhance their understanding of MLA formatting.

Worksheet 1

Worksheet 2

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