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I am a passionate educator with over 25 years of high-school and middle-school teaching experience - I have taught a wide range of subjects including English, Social Studies and Science from 5th-12th grade.
I have presented workshops and sessions at many professional development courses in my district and as a guest in others over the last 15 years. My workshops have spanned various topics including Interactive Notebooking, How to Increase Engagement in a High School Classroom, and Teaching Hands-On Earth Science Activities.
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Character Analysis Study and Characterization Activity for ANY Novel or Story
Help your students write a character study or character analysis with this ready-to-use resource. Works with any novel or short story! These worksheets are easy to differentiate for students of varying abilities and ages and lead students through the process of writing a paragraph or a full essay. It is a great way to dig deep into a character in a novel or short story. Uses the STEAL acronym to teach students about indirect characterization (Speech, Thoughts, Effect on Other, Actions, Lo
8th - 10th
English Language Arts, Short Stories, Writing-Expository
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RL.7.1
, RL.8.1
+5
Also included in: Short Story Bundle - Activities for ANY Short Story
Persuasive Writing - Graphic Organizers, Planning Pages and Rubrics
If your students struggle with writing a PERSUASIVE PARAGRAPH or ESSAY this set of templates and graphic organizers is for you! This resource leads students through the process of writing a persuasive paragraph from the planning stages to peer editing and then their final piece. This resource can also be used as a launching point for students to write a full persuasive /argumentative essay. LOOKING FOR A DIGITAL VERSION OF THIS ACTIVITY? CLICK BELOW!Persuasive Writing Interactive eResourceWor
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays
CCSS
W.6.1
, W.7.1
, W.8.1
+1
Also included in: WRITING - Persuasive, Narrative, Expository & Descriptive Writing Bundle
Social Media Literacy - Social Media Use, Online Addiction & More
Social Media Use - Are your students on their phones as much as mine are?! This activity is a great way to introduce a media awareness unit and generate discussion in the classroom about social media and its influence on today's teens. Includes activities related to teens' social media use, how they spend their time online, and the role of marketing concerning social media. For a digital version of this activity - CLICK HERE.The download includes lesson ideas, asocial media use survey / graph
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Other (ELA)
Also included in: Media Literacy Social Media Activities Advertising Lessons
Research and Inquiry Skills - Graphic Organizers for ANY Subject
Research and Inquiry Organizers - Looking for something to help your students manage a research or inquiry project? Use these comprehensive templates and organizers to help your students succeed! I've used these organizers with multiple grades and subjects and had great success! Great for any subject and research/inquiry project- the result could be a formal research paper, research poster, or PowerPoint presentation. The templates work for anything that requires students to research informat
7th - 10th
For All Subjects, Science, Social Studies
CCSS
WHST.6-8.7
, WHST.6-8.8
, WHST.6-8.9
+3
Volcano Research Journal / Volcano Project - PRINT & DIGITAL
Volcano Project - Students pretend to be a scientist studying an active volcano anywhere in the world - luckily during their research the volcano erupts. They must write a first person account of their volcano research. Includes a print (PDF) and digital (Google Slides™) version of the project for distance learning / online learning platforms. My students love the opportunity to learn and write about a volcanic eruption - I love to see what they come up with! Easy to differentiate for a varie
7th - 12th
Earth Sciences, Geography, Science
The Tell-Tale Heart Newspaper Project - Digital and Print Versions Included
Tell-Tale Heart - After reading Poe's The Tell-Tale Heart, students create a newspaper based on the events in the short story. My students enjoy this assignment, and I've had some amazing work turned in - it's a fun and creative way for them to demonstrate their understanding of the story! Students will gain an understanding of the plot, point of view, and creative writing with this activity. It's a fun and engaging activity for a short story unit, a unit on Edgar Allen Poe, or a writing acti
8th - 10th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Short Stories
CCSS
W.6.4
, W.6.5
, W.6.6
+9
Literary, Short Story, and Figurative Language Terms Reference Book
Looking for an easy-to-use way for students to learn, understand, and keep track of all the literary terms, short story terminology, and figurative language they will learn in the school year? These graphic organizers will help your students make sense of and keep track of key vocabulary in an ELA classroom. Organizers provide space for students to record a definition and an example and are a handy reference and study tool to have for the entire school year. For a DIGITAL VERSION of this act
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Literature, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.6.6
, L.7.6
, L.8.6
+1
Also included in: Short Story Bundle - Activities for ANY Short Story
Five Themes of Geography Posters and Word Wall
Five Themes of Geography Poster and Word Wall Set - includes 16 posters and 16 word wall strips! One poster and word wall strip for each of the five themes and their sub-topics! Great way to help students remember and learn to apply the Five Themes! Location - Absolute and Relative Place - Human and Physical Region - Formal, Functional, and Vernacular Human Environment Interaction - Adapt, Depend, and Interact Movement Also, check out FREE Five Themes of Geography ProjectAddie Williams
6th - 10th
Geography, Social Studies
Romeo and Juliet Character Cards and Character Charts (Print & Digital Charts)
Reading Romeo and Juliet and trying to help your students keep track of the characters? These handy word wall cards with the characters colored coded according to their allegiance, will help students follow along with the play and keep track of who is who. Includes:- all major and most minor characters from the play on character cards (color-coded) - small and large versions of the cards - tips for ways I use these cards in my class - character charts for students to fill in as we read the pl
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Literature
Back To School Digital Activity - Soundtrack or Playlist of My Life
Digital Back to School Activity - This is such a busy time of the year so why not get your students started by writing about the music that best represents them and their unique lives! Using Google Slides ™, MS OneDrive ™ and other digital platforms, this activity can either be used as "Soundtrack of My Life" or "Soundtrack of The Summer" - the full online activity includes options for both. Easily adaptable to different ages and abilities! A fun activity for the beginning of the year and a f
6th - 10th
Writing
Also included in: Back to School / First Week of School Activities - Digital Bundle
Romeo and Juliet - Organizers, Character Activities, Project - DIGITAL & PRINT
Romeo and Juliet resources that are print and go! This bundle includes the following fun and engaging activities to help you with your unit. They each also include a link to a Google™ Slides version of each resource so that students can add text, color, images, and more! Great for distance/online learning! GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS FOR ANY ACT / SCENE - DIGITAL / PRINTOrganizers that can be used for students to demonstrate their learning - mix and match them as you read through the play. Includes two
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Literature
Plate Tectonics / Boundaries Graphic Organizers - PRINT & DIGITAL
Teaching about plate boundaries and plate tectonics? -These graphic organizers are a great way for students to review different plate boundaries, learn about the Theory of Plate tectonics and organize their notes /ideas. Excellent for review or for group work. Includes 3 graphic organizers to mix and match, a Review/Challenge Activity Summary Activity, Mapping Worksheet, and Extension / Lesson Ideas. Includes answer keys for the graphic organizers. This resource also includes a link to a digi
7th - 10th, Adult Education
Earth Sciences, Geography, Science
TEKS, VA SOL
SCIENCE.7.10.B
, ES.7.b
, ES.7.c
Also included in: Plate Tectonics / Earthquakes / Volcanoes Organizers | PRINT & DIGITAL
Short Story Bundle - Activities for ANY Short Story
Looking for a resource you can use with ANY SHORT STORY? These 4 different activities work with any short story and help students understand literary terms, characterization, plot, point of view, and more. All activities are "print and go" and the bundle includes over 40 pages. Easy to differentiate! CLICK HERE FOR A DIGITAL VERSION!Includes the following topics:Literary and Figurative Language Terms DictionaryShort Story Response / AnalysisCharacter Sketch - Characterization ActivityPoint of
6th - 10th
English Language Arts, Short Stories
Rocks and Minerals - Types of Rocks, Rock Cycle, Minerals and More!
Teaching about rocks and minerals? These five resources will help students learn and review minerals, the three different types of rocks, and the rock cycle. The bundle includes graphic organizers, a review game, an interactive notebook template, mineral identification activities and more! Includes the following FIVE products:Types of Rocks Graphic Organizers - 4 different organizers and review questions (with answer keys)Rockin' Through the Rock Cycle - students have to write a story from the
7th - 10th
Earth Sciences, Geography, Science
Plate Tectonics Posters - Volcanoes, Plate Boundaries, & Earthquake Faults
Plate Tectonics, Volcanoes, Earthquakes, and More! 24 posters and 30 word-wall strips to use in a plate tectonics unit to help your students learn and review the main concepts. Includes: - Types of volcanoes (Composite/stratovolcano, shield, cinder cone) - Plate Boundaries (Divergent, convergent... posters for each type) - Earthquakes & Faults (Normal, reverse, strike-slip/transform, focus, epicenter) Posters can be printed in black/white or in color! They look great laminated and posted on t
7th - 10th
Earth Sciences, Geography, Science
TEKS, VA SOL
SCIENCE.7.10.B
, ES.7.b
, ES.7.c
Standardized Test Terms - Test Prep Vocabulary
Test Prep Terms - Help your students learn and understand the most commonly used key words on standardized tests / exams. These posters define the key words and help point students in the right direction when answering questions. Also includes two student reference sheets. Easy to laminate and post in your classroom! Great for review and test prep! 22 posters included! ALSO INCLUDES AUS/CA/UK SPELLING options. Also part of my Classroom Poster Pack - save money and buy the bundle!Classroom Po
6th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, For All Subjects
Also included in: Back to School Poster Bundle - Effort Rubric, Test Terms, Postive Rules
Hurricane or Tornado Research Project - Storm Chaser Journal - Digital & Print
Extreme Weather - Digital & Print - This is a creative way to have students study either a tornado, hurricane or ice-storm. Rather than a typical research project (where I have problems with "cut & paste" assignments) I ask students to write about a storm from a first-person perspective of a storm chaser or storm scientist. Includes Detailed assignment sheetResearch templatesWorks Cited templateStorm Journal writing paper Grading rubricLink to a digital versionCheck out my other Weather rel
7th - 10th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Geography
Science Current Events - for ANY topic! PRINT and DIGITAL
A current events project based on current issues in ANY SCIENCE. This project emphasizes the dynamic nature of science studies and asks students to examine an event of their choice related to science. Works well in all science classes - biology, life science, earth science, chemistry, astronomy, engineering, physics and more! Typically, I ask students to sign-up for a day to present their current event. For example, I usually do two presentations a week for several months - it's a nice way to
7th - 10th
Biology, General Science, Science
Of Mice and Men - Theme Analysis Activity
Of Mice and Men Themes - Four pages of graphic organizers focused around four of the themes found in the novel Of Mice and Men. It also includes a "blank" copy of the organizer for you or your students to add another theme. A nice way to summarize the themes and lead into an essay or final project for Of Mice and Men. Relates specific themes (friendship, loneliness, American Dream and discrimination) to specific characters in the novel. Great for group work or a class discussion. Please not
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
Plate Tectonics / Earthquakes / Volcanoes Organizers | PRINT & DIGITAL
Plate Tectonics / Earthquakes / Volcanoes Graphic Organizer Bundle - Contains four of my popular graphic organizers to work with a Tectonics Unit IN BOTH PRINT AND DIGITAL FORMATS for distance learning! Plate Tectonics Organizers - A great way for students to review different plate boundaries, learn about the Theory of Plate tectonics, and organize their notes /ideas. Includes 3 graphic organizers to mix and match, Review/Challenge Activity Summary Activity, Extension / Lesson Ideas and Answer K
7th - 10th
Earth Sciences, Science
TEKS, VA SOL
SCIENCE.7.10.A
, SCIENCE.7.10.B
, ES.7.b
+1
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About the store
Experience
I am a passionate educator with over 25 years of high-school and middle-school teaching experience - I have taught a wide range of subjects including English, Social Studies and Science from 5th-12th grade.
I have presented workshops and sessions at many professional development courses in my district and as a guest in others over the last 15 years. My workshops have spanned various topics including Interactive Notebooking, How to Increase Engagement in a High School Classroom, and Teaching Hands-On Earth Science Activities.
Teaching style
I believe that it's important to PROVOKE my students into thinking, RELATE their learning to their lives, REVEAL information to them and lastly (and perhaps most importantly) INVOLVE them in the process. My lessons are engaging, unique and creative and my students look forward to my classes because they know that they are going to have fun while they learn.
My own education history
Bachelor of Education
Additional biographical information
Hiker, biker, bookworm, outdoor lover and passionate teacher...
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