Students love the suspense and spooky setting in The Elevator, making it a perfect short story for middle school. This engaging and comprehensive lesson plan includes worksheets on symbolism, mood, and conflict, plus creepy paired videos, texts, and fun classroom activities.
What’s Included:
- Common Core Standards
- Teaching Guide
- Pre-Reading Worksheet
- Vocabulary Worksheet
- Multiple Choice Comprehension
- Analysis Questions
- Conflict Worksheet
- Symbolism Worksheet
- Mood Worksheet
- Written Response Essay
- Paired Video
- Paired Informational Text
- Real-World Connection
- Extension Activities
- Online Game
- Answers
A PowerPoint presentation has been included to accompany the lesson.
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