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This is a 19 page packet intended for use with students in grades 3-6 reading Room One, by Andrew Clements. The first attached page is a vocabula...
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This is a 20 point, end-of-book test and answer key. It consists of 8 multiple choice questions and four constructed response tasks. It is inte...
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This 24 page packet is designed for teachers to use with students in grades 5-7 as they read The Boy Who Saved Baseball. Included is a bookmark ...
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Revised in June, 2010! This is a 15-point, end-of-book test/quiz/assessment to use for students who have completed reading Holes, by Louis Sacha...
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Perfect for use during baseball season, this is a ready-to-use, 29-page packet. It is designed to use with a literature circle or book club grou...
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This is a ready-to-use, 22 page packet designed for teachers to use with students in grades 4-7 as they read EXTRA CREDIT by Andrew Clements. Inc...
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This 19 page packet is designed for teachers to use with students, grades 4-7, as they read The LANDRY NEWS by Andrew Clements. Included is a rea...
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This is a comprehension quiz/test for students who have completed reading Lunch Money by Andrew Clements. There are ten multiple choice question...
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This is a ready-to-use, 36 page novel study for students in grades 5-8 as they read the 2009 Newbery Honor Book, The Evolution of Calpurnia Tate,...
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This is a ready-to-use, 27 page packet for teachers to use with students in grades 4-7 who are reading Turtle in Paradise, by Jennifer L. Holm. ...
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This is a comprehension quiz/test for use by students after reading the book, Boy, by Roald Dahl. There are 14 multiple choice questions in addi...
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This is a 28 page packet created by Jean Martin. Included is a 19 page student booklet with answer key in addition to a 2 page, multiple choice ...
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This is a 15 point comprehension test for students in grades 3-6 who have finished reading Runaway Ralph by Beverly Cleary. There are seven multi...
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This is a one page true/false test followed by a descriptive paragraph task to go with the book, The Whipping Boy. Designed for students in grad...
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This is a ready-to-use, 25 PAGE PACKET designed for teachers to use with students in grades 4-7 as they read THE SCHOOL STORY, by Andrew Clements...
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This 24 page packet is designed for teachers to use with students, grades 4-6, as they read The Janitor's Boy, by Andrew Clements. Included is a ...
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This is a 28 page packet of materials created to use with students in grades 4-7 who are reading the novel, The Summer of Riley, by Eve Bunting. ...
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This is an end-of-book test to go along with the book Ralph S. Mouse by Beverly Cleary. It consists of 7 multiple choice questions and three con...
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This is an end-of-book test for The Summer of Riley by Eve Bunting. It consists of six multiple choice questions in addition to four constructed...
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This 20 page packet is designed for teachers to use with students, grades 4-6, as they read Babe & Me by Dan Gutman. Included is a bookmark maste...
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TBird  (TpT Seller) re: Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing: Book test and Key
Question for you - I used the "Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing" test with my group today. We debated over question number 6. (What did Fudge do with Peter's sharp scissors?) I can' find the answer to that question in the book.
Can you tell me in which chapter it is in? Thank you, Teri
May 16, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Teri, Your question totally changed my plans for today!! I thought I'd give you a quick, simple answer and low-and-behold I have realized that the error is totally mine! This is one of the first products I put online years ago and I when I did that I had changed the format of the multiple choice test from 4 possible answers to 3 possible answers. In the process, your question has made me realize that I actually took out the correct answer ("he gave himself a haircut") and kept in only the 3 incorrect answers! I can't believe that I didn't catch that; and, even more, I cannot believe that someone else has not asked me about that after all of the sales and feedback I have had on this product! Hooray for you to have noticed and taken the time to let me know. I am going to correct this error and have the corrected product sent to each former buyer! If you will send me your current email I would be happy to send you a revised test ASAP! My email is jabmartin@aol.com
May 17, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

Cecelia Magro I Love 1st Grade
Hi Jean,
Please check out this link on the Forum:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=19379
We're planning a TPT meet-up for Colorado sellers!
Thanks!Cecelia
May 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Thanks; I responded on the sellers forum.
May 9, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Terra Crain  (TpT Seller) re: Emily's Runaway Imagination, by Beverly Cleary: A Novel Study
I bought this packet about a month ago and I just printed it. For some reason none of the apostrophes printed! I'd like to buy more of your packets - I really like how thorough it is. Any clue about the apostrophes?
May 6, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
When buyers have this kind of problem it is almost always because their adobe reader needs to be updated, according to our tech department. This has been their advice in the past:
Mac users who have purchased the product need to update their adobe reader, then 'open with' adobe reader (control-click on the icon, click 'open with' then choose'adobe reader'). Otherwise it defaults to 'preview' which doesn't look right.
Here's the direct link: http://www.adobe.com/products/reader.html

If that does not solve your problem, please read the suggestions on the TPT page where you downloaded the product: it helps buyers trouble shoot similar problems. Contact me again if this does not resolve your problem.
May 6, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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gexner re: Loser, by Jerry Spinelli: A Bookclub Packet
This looks great. I am just wondering if it is geared toward upper middles grades. I am thinking about downloading for 4th graders. Just don't want anything too hard.

Thanks!
Gayle Exner
April 22, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Gayle, This worked well with my end-of-the-year 4th graders so I think it would likely work well for yours as well! If you have some lower students that have difficulty understanding directions or writing responses, they could be paired with some of your more advanced ones or you could make accommodations for them to give shorter responses. Many of the questions should prompt good class discussions.
April 22, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Amy Harrington  (TpT Seller) re: Brian's Winter, by Gary Paulsen: A Novel Study
Does this come with a test too?
April 7, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
I did not create a test to go with this book
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vottero re: Frindle, by Andrew Clements: A Novel Study Packet.
Can I do the book with your activities whole group?
April 4, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
I have used it that way on occasion. You may need to make small adjustments for certain students.
April 4, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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rlefeber5 re: A Long Way From Chicago, by Richard Peck: Novel Study Packet
I love A Long Way From Chicago! You did a wonderful job! Could you tell me if your other Novel studies are the same format as this one or are they each done differently.
Thanks so much!
Becky
March 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
The formats of my novel studies are all pretty similar. They each have different kinds of activities depending on the content of the book, but I set them up the same in that I divide the book into separate reading assignments and try to include vocabulary, comprehension, and work that is fun but stimulating. They always include an answer key. The majority of the pages are black and white for more economical school copying but I include some color for added impact.
I'm delighted that you have enjoyed the Chicago packet and think you should be pleased with the others as well. Thanks for contacting me.
March 15, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Ms Feliciano  (TpT Seller)
Hello Ms. Martin.
I have just aquired your Report to the Principal's Office packet. I like what I saw but would like to make some adjustments to make it more specific to my own students. However, the form in which I downloaded it does not allow for changes. How can I get a copy of the packet that I can change--or is there something I can do the PDF file that will allow me to make my changes?

Thanks for your help, Maria
March 11, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Thanks for your purchase! While I like the idea of sending you this product in Word, I have learned that sending it that way does not work well: the formatting gets all screwed up! So, if you can let me know about changes that you need, perhaps I can make them for you and send the revision to you in PDF so that formatting stays intact. You can contact me at jabmartin@aol.com.
March 11, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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beckylinder re: Genre-of-the-Month Reading Logs, Activities, & Posters (Black & White Edition)
Hello Ms. Martin. I really love your genre-introducing packet of goodies. Could I purchase it in color though? I think that will be more eye-popping for my classroom. To have the main genre poster, to display in the classroom, would be perfect!

Thanks!
Becky
March 9, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Yes, this packet is also available in color...just follow the link below for the colored option: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Genre-of-the-Month-Reading-Logs-Activities-Posters-by-Jean-Martin
March 10, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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thekristiemac re: The Trumpet of the Swan, by E.B.White: A Novel Study
When I printed out my unit, I had several pages where letters were missing from words. For example, on assignment 1 question 5, it prints out as, "Explain how you can this book is c on. On assignment 2 question 2 prints out as, "Use quota on marks and write the page number you found it on." Question 3 prints out as, "Who is Louis and what is di erent about him?" There are others throughout.

Is this something you can fix on your end? Otherwise I will have to retype each sheet which negates the purpose of my purchase. Let me know. :-)
January 9, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
When buyers have this kind of problem it is almost always because their adobe reader needs to be updated according to our tech department. This has been their advice in the past:
Mac users who have purchased the product need to update their adobe reader, then 'open with' adobe reader (control-click on the icon, click 'open with' then choose'adobe reader'). Otherwise it defaults to 'preview' which doesn't look right.
Here's the direct link: http://www.adobe.com/products/reader.html

If that does not solve your problem, please contact me again or read the suggestions on the TPT page where you downloaded the product.

A few hours later:
Sally at TPT Support has asked that you contact them and they can help you correct the problem:
TpT Support support@teacherspayteachers.com
January 10, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Mrs Gunderson  (TpT Seller) re: A Novel Study for WONDER, by R.J. Palacio
Hi Jean. I just finished using this packet with my fifth graders and I think it's great. I just wanted to point out something I noticed in the crossword puzzle on page 18. In the word bank, immaculate is used but the answer for 10 across should be addiction, based on the definition and the letter "a" at the beginning. I thought you might like to know for the future! Thanks for such a great product!
January 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Jessica, Wow, how did I ever miss that? Thank you so much for letting me know about this!! No one else has mentioned it and I'm sure it will be frustrating for students. Thank you for your good detective work; I'll have to get that corrected and have TPT send you and other buyers a note to re-download this product so that the next time you use it you won't have to deal with that mistake!
January 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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amystokes
Would you be willing to make novel studies for the other two books in the series The Keepers of the School by Andrew Clements. I loved the first one and my students did as well. I have ordered the next two books in the series and would love to have your novel studies to use.
January 3, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Amy, I'm sorry that I did not answer your question sooner: I somehow missed getting notified that I had a question to answer!
I would definitely be willing to create a packet for the next two Keepers books. Unfortunately, due to some travel plans, I may not be able to get to it right away. What is your timeframe? Feel free to contact me at jabmartin@aol.com to discuss further.
January 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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jaweglarz re: We the Children, by Andrew Clements: A Reading Workbook
We the Children is an amazing lesson: deeply and thoroughly written, explicitly paying attention to the Common Core Standards and very thought- and insight- provoking.
Just one problem with 4 pages of the download:
=Assignment 3, pg 3
=Assignment 4 (first page-vocabulary)
=Assignment 4 pg 3
=Culminating Assignment (Be an Illustrator)
and the coordinating answer key pages each have lines of black squares instead of text. I know that this one is a free download, but I thought you would like to know, considering this is a preview of your work.
Again, you did a wonderful job of thinking deeply about the book, and coming up with valid comprehension questions, relevent inferring opportunities and the overall organization takes into consideration time management and provides a structured, meaningful compilation of activities.
December 31, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
I'm so sorry that you've had a problem with downloading this product. Since this hasn't been a problem for others who have downloaded, I suspect it is a technology problem with your particular computer. Our tech staff is great at working out these problems, so I'll contact them about it. Meanwhile, did you read and follow the suggestions on the download page for resolving downloading issues? Feel free to contact me if you still need more help with this (jabmartin@aol.com).

Thanks so much for giving me your positive feedback on this packet. I hope that you'll take the time to rate the product and leave your feedback under the tab "ratings & comments" as well.
December 31, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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jvcgoode re: Turtle in Paradise by Jennifer L Holm: A Novel Study
I seem to have some sections that are blurred out after I downloaded. For example, the top part of page three has lots of blacked out areas with the dialogue from Mr. Edgit and a list of words. I am assuming there might have been some kind of activity involving hyperbole.
December 6, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
I'm really sorry to hear about your problem. I have sold this product to many buyers and no one has had an issue with bluriness, so I'm quite sure that your issue has to do with your computer. Our tech department has put directions on the download page to walk buyers through the way to avoid such problems. Have you read their directions yet? I suggest that you go back to the download button and try that and if for some reason that doesn't work, you will need to contact them for clarification. I will also report this just to be sure that they are notified of your problem.
December 6, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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jstadler re: Report to the Principal's Office, by Jerry Spinelli: A Book Club Guide
I recently purchased your unit for Report to the Principal's Office. Is there a way I can also get it in Word Format?
November 10, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
I've found that sending my documents in Word format doesn't work well: the formatting gets garbled and misplaced which is the main reason I always send pdf files. If there are some particular changes that I can make for you on a couple of pages let me know and then I can send you the revised pdf, that would likely be best. Why don't you contact me at jabmartin@aol.com to discuss the specifics of what you need.
November 11, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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grabon re: The Library Card, by Jerry Spinelli: A Bookclub Guide & Key
I have the high reading group in 4th grade. Would this be appropriate for them.We are presently reading Charlotte's Web.
October 30, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Thanks for your question. I would not recommend this particular book for 4th graders: the subject matter is really geared to older students and might bring up some topics that they are not quite ready for. I'd suggest one of the Andrew Clements books (Frindle, Extra Credit, A Week in the Woods), Roald Dahl's book,Witches, or if you are wanting Spinelli in particular the books Loser and Wringer would prompt great discussions and be challenging. Of course I do have packets for each of these so take a look at the previews for them to see what you think!
October 30, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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zap1 re: The Lucky Baseball Bat, by Matt Christopher: A Bookclub Packet
Is there an AR test for "The Lucky Baseball Bat" ?
Thanks
Wilburn Dale Gross
September 10, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
In this packet there is a short, end-of-book quiz. It has 6 questions about the story. Does this answer your question? It is not an online AR test.
September 10, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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lanel2 re: So B. It, by Sarah Weeks: A Novel Study
greetings: I am looking for a test over So Be It much like you created for Canyons. Does this have a test? I am tutoring need so I need a standardized test with a key. This is his summer reading.
July 24, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Thank you for bringing to my attention that I had not yet posted the book test to go with So B. It. I have now posted it and you can find it here:
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/A-Book-Test-for-So-B-It-by-Sarah-Weeks
July 24, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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mrspelaez re: Frindle, by Andrew Clements: A Novel Study Packet.
Hello! I am wondering about the cryptograms. What was the reasoning behind the value of each letter? I purchased the packet and the answers are included, but what is the reasoning behind them? I cannot solve it!
Cecile Pelaez
May 8, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
I have no idea what your question is referring to: this packet does not have any cryptograms in it! Perhaps you purchased from another seller?? Let me know if I am misunderstanding your question.
May 8, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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mathteach678 re: Loser, by Jerry Spinelli: A Bookclub Packet
I downloaded this and need to get another copy of the character chart, how do I do that?
May 8, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
I'm not sure about the nature of your question: was there a problem with the character chart or do you just want an extra copy? Once you've downloaded the product to your computer, you should be able to print it as many times as you want on your printer. Let me know if this doesn't answer your question or contact the TPT site administrator by clicking on the "contact us" button if you think you have a technology problem.
May 8, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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Kuntzs re: EXTRA CREDIT, by Andrew Clements: A Book Club Packet
What other titles have you done units for?
May 2, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Are you interested in other Andrew Clements books? I've got packets for Frindle, No Talking, Lunch Money, A Week in the Woods, Room One, Landry News, Janitor's Boy, The Last Holiday Concert, and We the Children. Clearly, I love Clements' books! Is there a particular one you are wanting? If so, let me know and I'd be happy to create one! (jabmartin@aol.com) Also, if you're interested in being notified when I post a new product, just click on the "follow me" button above.
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slskelton3 re: Saving Shiloh, by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor: A Bookclub Guide
Jean,

I have the page open that says I own it, but what do I click on to download it? I see a Download Preview, but not the button to click to download it.

Thanks.
May 1, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
I'm forwarding your question to the TPT administrator (Paul Edleman) since I'm not sure what you are seeing on your screen and how to advise you!

Typically, if you made a purchase and are wondering where it is, check your 'Download My Purchases' page where download links have been made available to you for 30 days. You can then download it directly to your computer. If you have any problem with receiving the product that you purchased, you should contact Paul Edelman or use the "contact us" button on the bottom of the TPT screen and they will walk you through it.
May 2, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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marly7466 re: A Listen and Respond Packet for Lafcadio, by Shel Silverstein
Thanks for the freebie but it wouldn't download or open or save.
mchym@telus.net
February 5, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
I inquired with the TPT website tech person and was told the file is fine. However, Mac users need to update their adobe reader, then 'open with' adobe
reader (control-click on the icon, click 'open with' then choose
'adobe reader'. Otherwise it defaults to 'preview' which doesn't look right.
Here's the direct link: http://www.adobe.com/products/reader.html
I hope this solves your problem...let us know if it doesn't.
February 7, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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missbennett2u re: The Mouse and the Motorcycle, by Beverly Cleary: A Novel Study
Doyouhave specific vocabulary for each chapter?
January 11, 2012 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
In this packet students are given a vocabulary bookmark on which they are to write new and unusual words as they come to them in their reading. In each assignment, students are to choose two words from their bookmark and define them. So, in answer to your question, in this packet I do not provide the specific vocabulary words. Hope that answers your question!
January 11, 2012 Report inappropriate comment

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saundersj re: Wringer, by Jerry Spinelli: A Novel Study Created by Jean Martin
Is the answer key included?
November 13, 2011 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Yes, there is a 7 page answer key included!
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Amanda Dlugos  (TpT Seller) re: The Witches, by Roald Dahl: A Novel Study
Hello Mrs. Martin,
I just purchased your novel study on "The Witches" by Roald Dahl. I saw you mentioned to another customer you had the ability to send this document in word? Below is my email address, just in case this is available. It is a great resource, however; I cannot easily edit it according to my needs without having it in word.
Thank you,
Mrs. Dlugos
September 23, 2011 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
Amanda, I'd be happy to send this to you in Word, however you either forgot to inlcude your email address or it was blocked for privacy. You can send it to me directly at jabmartin@aol.com
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tflick
I just purchased the "No Talking" Novel study, it is a PDF, I was wondering if you could send it to me as a word documnet, I see that your preview pages were a word doc..
June 29, 2011 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
I'd be happy to send it to you as a word document...would you send me your email address so that I can do that? Send it to me at: jabmartin@aol.com.
June 29, 2011 Report inappropriate comment

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Dawn M. Kesler  (TpT Seller) re: Lunch Money by Andrew Clements: Book Test and Answer Key
If I purchase your novel study, is this quiz included?
June 5, 2011 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
The Lunch Money book test is separate from the novel study. It is a two page quiz that can be used with or without the novel study. The novel study is a 15 page student booklet plus answer key and does not include the quiz. Some teachers buy both, others purchase one or the other.
June 5, 2011 Report inappropriate comment

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eknowlen re: The Mouse and the Motorcycle, by Beverly Cleary: A Novel Study
Hi! I just purchased your unit. Do you send it to me? thanks! Elaine Knowlen
December 23, 2010 Report inappropriate comment
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Jean Martin  (TpT Seller)
If you made a purchase and are wondering where it is, check your 'Download My Purchases' page where download links have been made available to you for 30 days. You can then download it directly to your computer. If you have any problem with receiving the product that you purchased, you should contact Paul Edelman or use the "contact us" button on the bottom of the TPT screen and they will walk you through it.
I'm delighted that you purchased The Mouse and the Motorcycle novel study! I hope you find it to be just what you wanted! Let me know if you have further questions. Jean Martin
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

My 20-plus years of teaching included 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grades in Colorado, California, New Jersey, and Illinois. I've recently retired and now find myself as busy as ever! While I taught I loved creating meaningful and stimulating worksheets for my students, especially literature packets...but finding the time for it was always a challenge. Now I can spend a significant amount of time creating and publishing to help other teachers who are too busy teaching to have time to create as well!

MY TEACHING STYLE

My goal has always been that my students will feel welcome and safe in my classroom and will leave feeling inspired, energized, and valued.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

My teaching awards have been the thank yous, hugs, and lasting friendships of the students and parents that I have had over the years!

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

B.A. from Westmont College in Santa Barbara, CA. M.Ed. from Queen's University, Ontario, Canada.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I grew up in Southern California: paradise in those days~especially Santa Barbara! I still love beaches and warm sunny skies. I have two children (Lindsey and Forrest), two step-children (Karen and Tod), and five grandchildren (Ben, Joey, Marissa, Erin, and Ryan). My husband, Jeff, and I live in the Rocky Mountains where we enjoy golf, cross country skiing, long walks, magnificent views, and reading. I am involved with raising funds for non-profits through my church community as well as P.E.O., a national organization that provides scholarships for women in need.