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:
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5 short drama stories (400–550 words each)
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Character profiles to support analysis
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Thought-provoking comprehension and reflection questions
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Vocabulary-in-context practice
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Class discussion prompts
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Student response pages (printable)
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Full Teacher Answer Keys
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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:
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Aligned with Common Core (RI.8–10, W.8–10)
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Builds empathy, literacy, and social-emotional skills
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Perfect for ELA, advisory periods, or SEL support
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Low-prep, high-impact resources
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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.
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