Description

Engaging stories. Real dilemmas. Powerful learning.

Bring meaningful discussion and critical thinking into your classroom with this five-part reading and writing resource set, designed specifically for Grades 8–10. Each episode presents a realistic teen conflict and challenges students to reflect, analyze, and respond in writing with empathy and evidence.

What’s Included:

5 short drama stories (400–550 words each)
Character profiles to support analysis
Thought-provoking comprehension and reflection questions
Vocabulary-in-context practice
Class discussion prompts
Student response pages (printable)
Full Teacher Answer Keys
Classroom-use Teacher Guides

Titles in This Collection:

EP1: The Apology That Wasn’t
When an apology feels empty, a friendship begins to fall apart.
Themes: Trust / Sincerity / Apology

EP2: Under the Same Roof
New step-siblings clash in a house that doesn’t feel like home—yet.
Themes: Blended family / Acceptance / Privacy

EP3: The Deleted Message
A missing voice message. A tragic accident. Or was it?
Themes: Loss / Secrets / Guilt

EP4: The Silent Group Chat
Silenced and excluded, one student questions the meaning of real friendship.
Themes: Indirect bullying / Courage / Social boundaries

EP5: Second Place
After a year of hard work, the prize goes to someone else—and jealousy takes hold.
Themes: Effort / Jealousy / Self-worth

Why Teachers Love It:

Aligned with Common Core (RI.8–10, W.8–10)
Builds empathy, literacy, and social-emotional skills
Perfect for ELA, advisory periods, or SEL support
Low-prep, high-impact resources
Ideal for reading, discussion, and writing in one bundle

How to Use:

These flexible worksheets can be used in whole-class settings, small groups, or independent learning. Assign one episode per week or use as targeted enrichment lessons tied to themes of character, voice, and values.