Common Core Curriculum: English, Grades 9-12
Common Core Curriculum: English, Grades 9-12

Author: Great Minds

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons

Published: 2014-04-16

Total Pages: 492

ISBN-13: 1118812468

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Common Core's English resources empower educators to meet the expectations of the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts (ELA) and build essential content knowledge for students in grades 9-12. Each grade in The Wheatley Portfolio features a comprehensive, coherent sequence of thematic units that engage students in deep study of worthwhile texts and topics. Features of this book include: Six thematic units for each grade, each centered on a curated collection of literary and informational texts Focus standards for each unit that complement the topic and promote student mastery of essential literacy skills Suggested texts and activities to incorporate science, art, and history into English instruction This revised second edition includes a sample text study that guides students through a close read of an exemplary text, updated web resources, and refreshed suggested works. Educators who create their curriculum based on Common Core's Wheatley Portfolioguarantee that students are exposed to content-rich instruction and have ample opportunity to master the reading, writing, speaking, listening, and language skills articulated in the CCSS for ELA.

English Language Arts Units for Grades 9-12
English Language Arts Units for Grades 9-12

Author: Christopher Shamburg

Publisher:

Published: 2008

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781564842404

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NETS S: English Language Arts Units for Grades 9 12 offers a holistic and reflective approach to using technology in the high school English class. Author Christopher Shamburg presents 12 language arts units that integrate technology into compelling, standards-based lessons. Examples of these units include fanfiction and creative writing, teaching Shakespeare with film and images, using blogs and social bookmarking to facilitate independent reading projects, podcasting for a variety of purposes, and creating and sharing digital video safely and meaningfully."

Max the Mighty
Max the Mighty

Author: Rodman Philbrick

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2013-06-25

Total Pages: 135

ISBN-13: 0545628229

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A companion to Newbery Honor winning author Rodman Philbrick's Freak the Mighty. This is the dramatic, heart-wrenching tale of Max and Worm, two outsiders who turn to each other for survival. Meet Maxwell Kane, the brooding giant-of-a-boy who escaped from his basement hiding place and faced the real world in FREAK THE MIGHTY.Still grieving over the loss of his best friend, Kevin, Max finds himself defending a young, solitary girl cruelly nicknamed "Worm" because she loves to read so much.When Max gets blamed for a horrific crime, he and Worm are forced to run for their lives. They flee across America -- hunted by the police, and pursued by the mysterious man known as the Undertaker. The only way they can survive is to confront Worm's darkest and most revealing secret. And that means facing something more frightening than death itself.

My Name is Not Friday
My Name is Not Friday

Author: Jon Walter

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2016-01-05

Total Pages: 331

ISBN-13: 0545863716

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A gorgeously written account of a freeborn black boy sold into slavery during the Civil War; think 12 Years a Slave for young adults. Well-mannered Samuel and his mischievous younger brother Joshua are free black boys living in an orphanage during the end of the Civil War. Samuel takes the blame for Joshua's latest prank, and the consequence is worse than he could ever imagine. He's taken from the orphanage to the South, given a new name -- Friday -- and sold into slavery. What follows is a heartbreaking but hopeful account of Samuel's journey from freedom, to captivity, and back again.

Bringing Math Students Into the Formative Assessment Equation
Bringing Math Students Into the Formative Assessment Equation

Author: Susan Janssen Creighton

Publisher: Corwin Press

Published: 2015-01-21

Total Pages: 222

ISBN-13: 1483385965

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Make formative assessment work for you—and your math students! Finally, formative assessment that adds up! Bringing Math Students Into the Formative Assessment Equation is the ultimate resource for helping teachers implement formative assessment in the middle school mathematics classroom. And it’s much more than that. With this research-based, teacher-tested guide, you won’t just learn effective teaching strategies—you’ll turn your students into self-regulated learners. They’ll monitor and assess their own progress—and communicate to you about it! Features include: A clear and manageable six-aspect instructional model Detailed strategies for helping students own their successes Real-life examples from middle school mathematics teachers Useful resources and a companion website to help you implement formative assessment in your classroom Formative assessment isn’t just for teachers anymore. With the help of this essential resource, you’ll work together with your students toward a common goal of math success. "This book is outstanding. I would recommend it to any math educator. The depth of research integrated into practice is extensive and, as a result, it is the most practical book I have come across related to formative assessment and mathematics The self-regulation aspects, as well as the ownership and involvement emphasized in the book, went beyond the traditional cognitive strategies endorsed in most books." Marc Simmons, Principal Ilwaco Middle School, Ocean Beach School District, Long Beach, WA "The ideas in this book are brought to life with examples of teachers and students in the classroom. The teacher voices, comments, and quotes lend credibility and are a big component of the book’s strengths as well as the visuals and graphics." Rita Tellez, Math Coordinator Ysleta Independent School District, El Paso, TX

Chemistry
Chemistry

Author: Carson-Dellosa Publishing

Publisher: Carson-Dellosa Publishing

Published: 2015-03-16

Total Pages: 132

ISBN-13: 1483817091

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Chemistry for grades 9 to 12 is designed to aid in the review and practice of chemistry topics. Chemistry covers topics such as metrics and measurements, matter, atomic structure, bonds, compounds, chemical equations, molarity, and acids and bases. The book includes realistic diagrams and engaging activities to support practice in all areas of chemistry. --The 100+ Series science books span grades 5 to 12. The activities in each book reinforce essential science skill practice in the areas of life science, physical science, and earth science. The books include engaging, grade-appropriate activities and clear thumbnail answer keys. Each book has 128 pages and 100 pages (or more) of reproducible content to help students review and reinforce essential skills in individual science topics. The series will be aligned to current science standards.

Geometry Made Simple
Geometry Made Simple

Author: Kathleen Eernisse

Publisher: Frank Schaffer Publications Incorporated

Published: 2001-09-11

Total Pages: 80

ISBN-13: 9780768202625

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Now it's simple to make Algebra and Geometry fun and exciting. Includes background information, extension activities, group learning, school-home connections, and student activities for a variety of teaching units. An easy-to-use teacher resource that makes learning fun!

Español en Vivo Level 1 for Grades 9-12
Español en Vivo Level 1 for Grades 9-12

Author: Sarah Rowan

Publisher:

Published: 2018-10

Total Pages: 88

ISBN-13: 9781727700503

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Español En Vivo Instructional Spanish Workbook for Grades 9-12 (Level 1) is a comprehensive five unit instructional book with 6 interrelated lessons within each unit that build upon each other. Each unit contains a geographical and cultural highlight, ultimately covering all the Spanish-speaking regions of the world. Both spoken and written activities engage the students in a fun and meaningful way. A 2-page glossary is included in the back of the book for quick vocabulary references. Recommended for school Spanish programs, as well as homeschoolers. A teacher's 92-page Supplemental Activities/ Quizzes manual is also available for download. Contact us at 360-383-7002 for this and for discounts for orders of 15 or more workbooks. ¡Gracias!

Beverly Hills Prep (Set)
Beverly Hills Prep (Set)

Author:

Publisher: Epic Escape

Published: 2018-08

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781680767070

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Beverly Hills Preparatory Academy is an all-girls prep school with more than a few secrets hidden behind the ivy-covered walls. The wealthy and powerful send their daughters here for a world-class education, but books and classrooms are just the beginning. Beverly Hills Prep is a world of power and prestige without limit. From freshman year until graduation, here is where the girls of the world's future learn what they're capable of--and, once and for all, who they're meant to become. "Beverly Hills Prep" is an EPIC Press series, a division of ABDO.