Description
Updated for MLA 9th Edition! Teach students how to write in-text citations using MLA 9 with these scaffolding activities. Includes anchor charts with in-text citation examples! Suitable for online learning with digital worksheets for Google Classroom®.
Included with these In-Text Citations Worksheets for MLA 9:
- “Skeleton of a Citation” Reference Poster with MLA Citation Examples
- Anchor Charts for Parenthetical and Narrative In-Text Citations
- Multiple-Choice Questions: Formatting In-Text Citations – Digital & Print
- 4 Narrative In-Text Citations Practice Paragraph Worksheets – Digital & Print
- 4 Parenthetical In-Text Citations Practice Paragraph Worksheets – Digital & Print
- Tic-Tac-Toe Worksheet for In-Text Citation Activities – Digital & Print
- Answer Keys for all activities
- Teacher Instructions for using this resource
How to use these In-Text Citations Worksheets:
This resource includes eight scaffolding worksheets for MLA citations, each containing a paragraph that features either a parenthetical or narrative citation. These worksheets are designed to help students practice identifying in-text citations and understand how they function within a paragraph. For each worksheet, students must locate the in-text citation, analyze its placement and formatting, and then organize the points provided to construct a coherent, well-structured paragraph. This process encourages students to think critically about citation integration, helping them develop strong academic writing skills while reinforcing proper MLA citation practices. These In-Text Citations Worksheets provide a step-by-step approach to scaffold learning, making the complexities of citation formatting more accessible to students of varying skill levels.
Topics explored in this resource include:
- Wisdom Teeth Extraction – Understanding why this common dental procedure is recommended for young adults.
- Strength Training for Teens – Examining the benefits and potential risks of weightlifting for adolescent athletes.
- Urban Legends – Exploring the cultural significance of widely known myths and their psychological impact.
- Wet’suwet’en Solidarity Protests – Investigating the historical and political context of Indigenous land disputes in Canada.
- Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” Speech – Analyzing the rhetorical devices and lasting impact of this historic speech.
- Advantages of Immigration – Discussing the economic and social benefits of immigration in various countries.
- And more! – A diverse range of topics ensures students engage with relevant, thought-provoking content while practicing in-text citations.
This selection of topics allows students to practice MLA citation skills while engaging with real-world discussions. By incorporating informational and argumentative texts, these In-Text Citations Worksheets give students a comprehensive foundation in citation formatting and source integration across different writing styles.
Completed paragraphs and highlighted in-text citations can be found in the answer key for this resource. The answer key serves as a reference guide that ensures students understand how correctly formatted citations should appear within their writing. Additionally, the highlighted citations make it easy to identify where and how citations fit naturally into an academic paragraph. This tool provides clear, accurate examples that reinforce MLA formatting guidelines and give students a model for structuring their own citations properly.
Also included in this resource is a set of multiple-choice questions that highlight important information regarding MLA 9 formatting for in-text citations. These questions focus on key citation rules, including the placement of in-text citations, punctuation, and handling of missing author names. The multiple-choice format allows students to self-assess their understanding of MLA citation rules and provides teachers with a quick way to gauge student progress. An answer key with explanations has also been provided, ensuring that students not only identify the correct answer but also understand the reasoning behind it. This helps reinforce concept mastery and allows for targeted corrections if misunderstandings arise.
To further support students in scaffolding in-text citations, anchor chart posters have been included in this resource. These visual reference tools provide a “skeleton of a citation” to illustrate the simplified structure of an MLA in-text citation. They also showcase examples of parenthetical and narrative citations, helping students visualize the correct format while learning how to implement citations effectively. These posters are ideal for classroom bulletin boards as a quick reference or can be distributed as individual student reference sheets. Whether displayed on a wall or kept in a student binder, these charts serve as a constant reminder of proper MLA citation rules, reinforcing student learning throughout the year.
This resource is inclusive and adaptable, making it accessible for English Language Learners, students with learning exceptionalities, and students reading at different Lexile levels. The Lexile range for these worksheets is 1010L – 1300L (Grade 9-12+), ensuring that students at varying proficiency levels can engage with the material. The Lexile levels are indicated in the answer key, allowing educators to differentiate instruction and tailor assignments based on individual student needs. By accommodating diverse learning styles, these In-Text Citations Worksheets create an environment where all students can succeed in mastering MLA citation skills.
Finally, a Tic-Tac-Toe worksheet has been provided to incorporate student choice and engagement. This interactive worksheet allows for flexibility in assignment selection, giving educators multiple ways to implement citation practice. Teachers can assign all paragraphs for structured practice, select specific worksheets based on student proficiency, or allow students to choose their own tasks by playing Tic-Tac-Toe. This game-based approach encourages active learning while keeping students engaged. I like to have students work with a partner to complete a line of three tasks, but they can also work independently by selecting and crossing out their own chosen tasks. By introducing an element of gamification, these In-Text Citations Worksheets transform citation practice into an engaging, student-centered activity that reinforces MLA formatting skills in an enjoyable way.
✨ Kindly note that due to copyright restrictions, this resource is not editable. This is a common practice within the online marketplace in order to protect the clipartists and software providers that have authorized their intellectual property for the development of this resource.
See what other teachers are saying about this In-text Citations Worksheets:
“This resource is phenomenal. The level of detail provided to scaffold this skill made it so much more approachable for my students. I work with primarily English Language Learners and they were really successful with this.”
– Vivian A.
⭒ For classrooms utilizing Google Classroom® ⭒
To access the digital version of these worksheets, simply follow the instructions within the resource to copy the files directly to your Google Drive®.
