Short Stories by Women | Reading Comprehension Activities | Middle School ELA

This no-prep bundle includes engaging short story activities featuring powerful works by women authors. Each resource helps students build reading comprehension, critical thinking, and writing skills through structured and meaningful activities.

Students will explore themes such as identity, culture, fairness, and personal growth while responding to comprehension questions, writing prompts, and reflection activities.

Stories Included:

• The Lottery – Shirley Jackson
• The Scholarship Jacket – Marta Salinas
• Fish Cheeks – Amy Tan
• Raymond’s Run – Toni Cade Bambara
• Everyday Use – Alice Walker

Each Resource Includes:

• Reading comprehension activity
• Comprehension questions
• Writing prompt
• “Understanding the Big Ideas” page
• Extension activities

Perfect For:

• Middle school ELA
• Independent work
• Homework or sub plans
• Homeschool learning

Skills Covered:

• Reading comprehension
• Theme analysis
• Critical thinking
• Written response

--> This is a print-and-go bundle that requires no prep.

Important Note:

Full texts are not included. Students will need to access each story independently. However, copies are easily found online.