<h2 id="c43ecb95-9c0b-4f7b-a46a-259c2fc118c2" data-toc-id="c43ecb95-9c0b-4f7b-a46a-259c2fc118c2"><strong><em>The One That Got Away</em> – Complete ELA Resource</strong></h2><h3 id="dc9f1733-4a44-4ceb-9f17-bd2f444a773e" data-toc-id="dc9f1733-4a44-4ceb-9f17-bd2f444a773e"><strong>A Story of Integrity, Inference, and Internal Conflict</strong></h3><h3 id="ac357948-2f3f-451c-be65-29b0872a7d5f" data-toc-id="ac357948-2f3f-451c-be65-29b0872a7d5f"><strong>Grades 6–8 | Common Core Aligned | ADHD-Friendly | Answer Keys Included</strong></h3><hr><h3 id="48cd33bb-c525-4f2f-b2e6-8623ba6ba6c2" data-toc-id="48cd33bb-c525-4f2f-b2e6-8623ba6ba6c2"><strong>✨ Overview:</strong></h3><p><em>The One That Got Away</em> is a complete middle school ELA experience wrapped around a high-interest short story about doing what’s right—even when no one’s watching. This resource is ideal for classroom teachers and homeschool parents who want to cover <strong>reading comprehension</strong>, <strong>grammar</strong>, <strong>writing</strong>, and <strong>emotional inference</strong> using just one powerful story.</p><p>It’s especially effective for <strong>reluctant readers</strong> and <strong>students with ADHD</strong> thanks to the short, engaging format and <strong>visual storytelling approach</strong>.</p><hr><h3 id="c5ba7907-5070-45ae-9f36-ed91cf35177d" data-toc-id="c5ba7907-5070-45ae-9f36-ed91cf35177d"><strong>What’s Included:</strong></h3><h4 id="44eb0135-aafd-4b0a-aa97-feeec2d1959b" data-toc-id="44eb0135-aafd-4b0a-aa97-feeec2d1959b">✅ <strong>Original Short Story: The One That Got Away</strong></h4><ul><li><p>Realistic fiction centered on character, choices, and internal conflict</p></li><li><p>Designed for upper elementary and middle school students</p></li></ul><h4 id="a37c8091-1f46-4cd7-99b9-ca21ab4c32d4" data-toc-id="a37c8091-1f46-4cd7-99b9-ca21ab4c32d4">✅ <strong>Reading Comprehension Quiz</strong></h4><ul><li><p>10 Common Core-aligned multiple-choice questions</p></li><li><p>Covers theme, tone, conflict, characterization, plot structure, and vocabulary in context</p></li></ul><h4 id="b5dfda78-2168-45b2-b791-15a6eea754fc" data-toc-id="b5dfda78-2168-45b2-b791-15a6eea754fc">✅ <strong>Revise &amp; Edit Grammar Quiz</strong></h4><ul><li><p>10 multiple-choice questions pulled directly from the story</p></li><li><p>Focus on sentence structure, punctuation, grammar, and clarity</p></li></ul><h4 id="cd7c44ba-b42f-45eb-a194-1190913b710e" data-toc-id="cd7c44ba-b42f-45eb-a194-1190913b710e">✅ <strong>Short Answer &amp; Writing Prompt</strong></h4><ul><li><p>2 short-response questions requiring textual evidence</p></li><li><p>1 argumentative writing prompt with real-world application</p></li></ul><h4 id="781c17ca-2d0b-43b9-ac35-560add4f3fe2" data-toc-id="781c17ca-2d0b-43b9-ac35-560add4f3fe2">✅ <strong>Picture Summary Activity</strong></h4><ul><li><p>10 illustrations (6 correct, 4 distractors)</p></li><li><p>Students must select the 6 images that best summarize the story</p></li><li><p>Includes cut-and-paste and writing components</p></li></ul><h4 id="359c64b4-bca8-4d9e-9241-90a9ea3a886e" data-toc-id="359c64b4-bca8-4d9e-9241-90a9ea3a886e">✅ <strong>Visual Multiple-Choice Practice</strong></h4><ul><li><p>Uses a single illustration and four image-based questions to review theme, mood, characterization, and inference</p></li><li><p>Great for testing visual literacy and interpretation</p></li></ul><h4 id="5ec15578-e6c4-46c5-9cc0-3753a9d950ee" data-toc-id="5ec15578-e6c4-46c5-9cc0-3753a9d950ee">✅ <strong>“How Do They Feel?” Inferencing Set</strong></h4><ul><li><p>10 black-and-white illustrations designed to show a full emotional arc</p></li><li><p>Students analyze facial expressions, body language, and context</p></li><li><p>Includes a detailed teacher <strong>answer key</strong> with model inferencing responses</p></li></ul><hr><h3 id="531ef603-6a07-403c-93ee-cfa1ebb62e10" data-toc-id="531ef603-6a07-403c-93ee-cfa1ebb62e10">✅ <strong>Full Answer Keys Included!</strong></h3><p>Each skill section comes with a complete answer key so parents and homeschool teachers can feel confident supporting students—without extra prep. Whether you’re new to teaching or need a no-stress solution for a busy week, everything you need is built in.</p><hr><h3 id="d6c8c993-3cb0-405f-b143-945f107c9d15" data-toc-id="d6c8c993-3cb0-405f-b143-945f107c9d15"><strong>Skills Covered:</strong></h3><ul><li><p>Reading Comprehension (RL.6.1, RL.6.2, RL.6.3, RL.6.5, RL.6.6)</p></li><li><p>Making Inferences &amp; Drawing Conclusions</p></li><li><p>Theme, Tone, and Character Analysis</p></li><li><p>Grammar: Sentence Structure, Punctuation, and Word Choice</p></li><li><p>Argumentative Writing with Textual Evidence</p></li><li><p>Visual Summarizing and Emotional Analysis</p></li><li><p>Social Emotional Learning (SEL): Integrity, Confidence, and Peer Pressure</p></li></ul><hr><h3 id="668585e3-ffc1-4b19-a36b-4be700fbb6a1" data-toc-id="668585e3-ffc1-4b19-a36b-4be700fbb6a1"><strong>❤️ Why Teachers &amp; Parents Love It:</strong></h3><ul><li><p>✅ No prep – just print or assign</p></li><li><p>✅ Perfect for <strong>reluctant readers</strong> or <strong>students with ADHD</strong></p></li><li><p>✅ Combines ELA skills with <strong>emotional intelligence</strong></p></li><li><p>✅ Supports visual learners with stunning artwork</p></li><li><p>✅ Works well for <strong>homeschool</strong>, <strong>small groups</strong>, <strong>test prep</strong>, or <strong>independent work</strong></p></li></ul><hr><h3 id="320020af-6ae4-48b0-8457-4367a7b15e40" data-toc-id="320020af-6ae4-48b0-8457-4367a7b15e40"><strong>Real Teacher Feedback:</strong></h3><p>⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ <em>“This is a great way to push my higher students! Thank you so much!”</em> – Amie B., 5th–6th Grade ELA</p><p>⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ <em>“Very engaging! This is exactly what I was looking for.”</em> – The Little Classroom Around the Corner (TPT Seller)</p><p>⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ <em>“This was really helpful for my special education students!”</em> – Abbie D.</p><p>⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ <em>“This was great for my tier 1 readers. They loved the story and the material really helped dive into it.”</em> – Myka K.</p><hr><h3 id="f7e72bef-03be-495a-b842-61e62fe3c96b" data-toc-id="f7e72bef-03be-495a-b842-61e62fe3c96b"><strong>Format:</strong></h3><ul><li><p><strong>Printable PDF</strong></p></li></ul><hr><h3 id="aee9fbca-34a9-4a68-9ea9-5b320117ae8a" data-toc-id="aee9fbca-34a9-4a68-9ea9-5b320117ae8a"><strong>Best for:</strong></h3><ul><li><p>6th, 7th, and 8th Grade ELA</p></li><li><p>Homeschool Literature Study</p></li><li><p>Reading Comprehension Intervention</p></li><li><p>Mixed-ability Classrooms</p></li><li><p>Writing &amp; Grammar Test Prep</p></li><li><p>Character Education through ELA</p></li></ul><hr><p>Bring together story, skill, and SEL with this powerful one-stop resource. <strong>Let your students experience a story where doing the right thing is the real win.</strong></p><p>? Grab your copy today and Light Up Literature in your classroom or homeschool!</p><p></p>

6th Grade Essay Foundations Practice What Is an Essay? Test-Prep, Writing Skills

6th Grade Comma Worksheets | List, Lead, Leftovers™ | Medieval History Storyline Grammar Practice

6th Grade Capitalization Worksheets — High-Interest Grammar Practice (16 Student Pages)

6th Grade Fragment Worksheets | Complete Sentences vs. Fragments Identification

The One That Got Away | Full ELA Story Unit with Comprehension, Grammar & Visual Inference

Complete ELA unit with story, comprehension, grammar, writing, and visual inference. Perfect for grades 6–8. Answer key included! 

The One That Got Away | Full ELA Story Unit with Comprehension, Grammar & Visual Inference

$15

Short Description

Description

Specifications

Related Products

Langston Hughes Biography & Quiz | Harlem Renaissance & Thank You, M’am No Prep

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow Halloween Mini-Unit | Middle School ELA (Grades 6–8)

Thank You, M’am by Langston Hughes | 5-Day ELA Unit, Cross-Text Analysis & Black History Month

The Gift of the Magi Activity Pack: ADHD-Friendly Edition

6th Grade Essay Foundations Practice What Is an Essay? Test-Prep, Writing Skills

6th Grade Comma Worksheets | List, Lead, Leftovers™ | Medieval History Storyline Grammar Practice

6th Grade Capitalization Worksheets — High-Interest Grammar Practice (16 Student Pages)

6th Grade Fragment Worksheets | Complete Sentences vs. Fragments Identification