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Providing high-quality, engaging lesson plans and activities for Middle School Social Studies and ELA.
Virtual Field Trips. World History. English Language Arts.
I have been teaching in Los Angeles public schools for 21 (long!) years. I am passionate about making teachers' jobs ever-so-slightly more manageable. All materials I post are things that have successfully in my own classroom. My interests are cuddling animals, traveling, napping, swimming, and finding creative ways to engage students.
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Virtual Field Trip to Japan: Explore Japanese Culture & History. No Prep.
Designed for the World History Classroom, this Virtual Field Trip to Japan is an engaging, interactive activity to get your class excited about Japanese history and culture! A perfect addition to your Ancient or Medieval Japan Unit (or for Japanese language classes), Virtual Field Trip: Japan gives students a fascinating glimpse into Japan's rich history and culture, from Lucky Cat to Deer Park, from Anime to Horseback Archery, and from Ramen to Manga. This Google Slides Virtual Field Trip to J
6th - 8th
Japanese, Social Studies, World History
Also included in: Ancient Japan Mini Bundle. Three Japanese History & Culture Activities
Virtual Field Trip to Mexico! Explore Mexican Culture & History
Perfect for your Mesoamérican Unit, your World History class or your Spanish language class, this Virtual Field Trip to Mexico is an engaging, interactive way to get your class excited about Mexican history and culture! This digital resource focuses on high-interest topics and gives students a glimpse into Mexican history and culture, from the origins of chocolate to the beauty of cenotes, from tamales to pinatas, and from mariachi to the Mesoamerican Ball Game. This Google Slides digital resou
6th - 10th
Social Studies, Spanish, World History
Ancient Rome Timeline : Rise & Fall of the Roman Empire Blank Template
Step into the world of Ancient Rome with this meticulously crafted resource for teaching history as a narrative: the Rise and Fall of the Roman Empire Timeline. This timeline is designed in the form of a Plot Diagram to transform history lessons into captivating narratives. Why teach history as a narrative? Because stories are the gateway to understanding. By presenting historical events in a plot diagram format, students not only grasp the content better but also forge stronger connections betw
6th - 8th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
ELA Halloween Activity: Make a Monster! Descriptive Paragraph Writing
Your students will love this Halloween-themed Descriptive Writing ELA Activity for Elementary and Middle School Students. Students will be challenged to create their own monster. The catch? They won't get to bring it to life. A classmate will be doing the artwork, with only a descriptive paragraph the first student writes to guide them. That means the more descriptive the paragraph, the more detailed and interesting the monster! Students who normally stick to basics (the guy was ugly and bad),
4th - 7th
English Language Arts, Writing
Virtual Field Trip of Korea: Discover Korean History & Culture.
Do you need a well-crafted resource on Korea for your middle school history classroom? This Virtual Field Trip to Korea is an engaging social studies class activity that will get your class excited about Korean history and culture! Perfect for middle school world history students (or Korean language classes), Virtual Field Trip: Korea students a glimpse into many fascinating aspects of Korean history and culture, from Kpop to Hanbok, from Kimchi to Hallyu, and from Hangul to Korean fashion. Thi
Asian Studies, Social Studies, World History
Virtual Field Trips to Asia: Japan, China & Korea. Asian History & Culture
This bundle of three Virtual Field Trips explore the history and culture of Japan, China and Korea. This digital resource was designed for middle school world history classrooms, though upper elementary and high school social studies classes have used it successfully as well. The World History Bundle includes THREE creative and engaging virtual field trips. All three of these Google Slides journeys have been used in my own 7th grade history classroom, and are student-approved! They're a great wa
7th - 10th
Asian Studies, Social Studies, World History
Feudal Japan Activity: Heian Period Worksheet. Japan History of Beauty & Fashion
Teach about Japanese History from the Heian era with this engaging Medieval Japan worksheet on beauty and fashion trends. Perfect for middle school world history, Japanese culture lessons, and Feudal Japan units, this pre-differentiated (two versions included: basic and advanced) and no-prep Social Studies activity helps students explore Japanese culture through unique beauty standards like blackened teeth, floor length hair, and layered robes. This resource is designed to spark curiosity while
7th - 9th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
CCRA.W.3
, CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.W.9
+10
Also included in: Ancient Japan Mini Bundle. Three Japanese History & Culture Activities
Fun Writing & Art Activity for ELA: Invent an Animal. Creative Writing.
This Creative Writing activity sparks students' imaginations, and is a big hit in elementary and middle school English and Art classrooms. Even reluctant writers will have a blast combining art and writing to come up with a brand new animal. The Animal Mash-Up Art Activity involves students taking 2-3 different animals, and combining them to create their own unique hybrid animal. Students then make an informational zoo sign (template included!) for the new creature! This resource is a wonderful
2nd - 7th
Art, Other (Arts), Visual Arts
Descriptive Paragraph Writing Activity: MAKE A MONSTER!
This is a no-prep Descriptive Paragraph Writing Lesson Plan for ELA that utilizes art and the love of monsters to make the writing process more engaging and accessible. The Make a Monster Descriptive Writing assignment is popular in both elementary and middle school English classrooms. This creative assignment is outright fun, and inspires students to write more vivid, illustrative, and interesting descriptive paragraphs.It's a wonderful ELA activity for any time: Back to School, before holiday
2nd - 6th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Visual Arts
Ancient Japan Mini Bundle. Three Japanese History & Culture Activities
This Japan Bundle includes THREE very creative and engaging social studies resources for teaching about Japanese history and culture. All three activities have been used in my own world history classroom, and are student-approved! By buying these Japan lessons as a bundle, you'll receive a highly discounted price. However, if you want to check out these Japan resources as individual products, you can find them here: Virtual Field Trip to JapanMedieval Japan: Beauty and Fashion in the Heian Perio
6th - 10th
Japanese, Social Studies, World History
Ancient Rome Bundle: Two Week Roman Empire Unit for World History. No Prep
Immerse your students in the captivating world of Ancient Rome with this comprehensive two week Roman Empire unit bundle! Perfect for secondary social studies and history classes, the Roman Empire Bundle includes five meticulously crafted, no-prep activities and lesson plans on the history and culture of Ancient Rome, designed to engage and educate. It is designed to function as a complete unit, though there's always room for you to supplement. Each exciting resource provides a deep dive into
6th - 9th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
Thanksgiving DBQ for Middle and High School. 5 Primary Sources. Differentiated!
Explore the rich, complicated history of Thanksgiving with this engaging, thoughtfully crafted Thanksgiving DBQ lesson featuring five primary sources, designed for middle and high school social studies or ELA students. This differntiated assignment introduces students to the origins of Thanksgiving, including the partnership between Pilgrims and the Wampanoag people, the broader conflicts between settlers and Indigenous communities, and how the holiday evolved into a cherished family tradition f
7th - 11th
Native Americans, Social Studies
Samurai vs Ninja Compare & Contrast Worksheet | Feudal Japan Activity Grades 4-8
Engage students with this hands‑on Samurai vs Ninja compare‑and‑contrast activity! Includes reading passages, cut‑and‑paste sorting, and a text‑evidence writing prompt. Perfect for Feudal Japan lessons in grades 4–8, these fun take on Japanese History is a wonderful supplement for your Ancient or Medieval Japan Unit. Bring Feudal Japan to life with this interactive Samurai vs Ninja Compare & Contrast Activity! Students read two informational passages, identify key similarities and differences
3rd - 8th
Ancient History, Asian Studies, World History
Virtual Field Trip to South America. World History. Spanish Classes. No Prep.
Take your social studies or Spanish language students on an exciting journey across South America—no passport required! This interactive Virtual Field Trip introduces students to fascinating geography, cultures, and traditions through exploration and meaningful activities centered on Ecuador, Brazil, Peru, Argentina and more. Virtual Field Trip to South America: Amazon Flying River, Galapagos, Mysterious Nazca Lines, Llamas, Spanish Dialects Snafus, Carnaval & more. An Engaging Activity on Sou
6th - 10th
Latino and Hispanic Studies, Spanish, World History
Virtual Field Trip to China: Explore Chinese Culture & History! No Prep.
Dive into the world of Chinese history and cuture with this engaging virtual field trip to China designed for middle school history classrooms. Perfect as an addition to your Social Studies Ancient China Unit (or for Chinese language classes), the meticulously-crafted digital resource is a great way to get your students excited about the rich history and traditions of China! Virtual Field Trip: China will give your students a fascinating glimpse into China's rich traditions, from the Dragon Danc
7th - 9th
Asian Studies, Social Studies, World History
Comprehensive Ancient Rome Packet: Vocab Sets, Quizzes, Writing Tasks, Readings.
Your students will love exploring the exciting world of Ancient Rome in this comprehensive worksheet packet. This twenty-two page social study resource provides a broad overview of Roman history, from its early days as a monarchy to the fall of the Western Roman Empire. These worksheets are designed to be the cornerstone of your Rome unit, making them ideal for classroom teaching, independent study, or homeschooling. With this resource, there's no need to rely on a textbook—everything you need i
6th - 8th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, RH.6-8.4
, RH.6-8.10
+4
Julius Caesar Skit. A No-Prep Ancient Rome Activity
This Roman Empire Lesson plan for Middle and High School makes the life and death of Julius Caesar interactive! This humorous and informative original world history skit is the perfect way to get your students excited about Julius Caesar and the Ancient Rome! Ideal for your Ancient Rome Unit, this Julius Caesar activity is 100% no prep: just print and go! It's also differentiated into two versions to help you reach every learner without spending more time or money. The Instagram Live Q & A with
Not Specific
Ancient History, Drama, World History
CCSS
L.7.4a
, L.7.4b
, L.7.5a
+5
Engaging Sequence Writing Activity for Using Transition Words! Hands-On ELA.
Teach your students how to use transition words to write sequence paragraphs in an interactive way. This engaging Roll-a-Transition Sequence Writing Activity provides hands-on paragraph writing practice .Make teaching sequence paragraphs and transition words fun and interactive with this hands-on, dice-rolling activity! This English Language resource helps students break down paragraph writing (specifically a 'How-To' Directions paragraph) into simple steps while reinforcing the use of transit
Not Specific
English Language Arts, Writing
CCSS
W.5.2
, W.5.3a
, W.5.3c
+3
Sumo Wrestlers: Experience Japanese History & Culture!
Analyzing the daily routines, traditions, and challenges faced by sumo wrestlers is a great way to teach about Japan's history, culture and sports. This high-interest, no-prep resource on Japan's national sport is a student favorite in my middle school classroom, and I have no doubts your students will love it as well. The A Week in the Life of a Sumo Wrestler lesson plan gives students a detailed look at the daily happenings in the week in the life of a sumo wrestler. It is written from the f
6th - 11th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
RH.6-8.1
, WHST.6-8.1
, WHST.6-8.1b
+3
Leonardo DaVinci, Michelangelo & Other Renaissance Artists History Skit
Step into the world of Leonardo Davinci, Michaelangelo, Raphael, Donatello, Boticelli, Van Eyk, and more in this original skit featuring Famous Renaissance Artists! This clever play is an engaging and interactive way to bring the Renaissance Era to life in Middle School and High School History Classrooms. Students have a blast acting out or reading aloud this entertaining and educational look at iconic Renaissance artists. Hosted by Clairvoyant Claire, this YouTube talk show-style skit takes yo
7th - 11th
Art History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.L.1
+2
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About the store
Experience
Providing high-quality, engaging lesson plans and activities for Middle School Social Studies and ELA.
Virtual Field Trips. World History. English Language Arts.
I have been teaching in Los Angeles public schools for 21 (long!) years. I am passionate about making teachers' jobs ever-so-slightly more manageable. All materials I post are things that have successfully in my own classroom. My interests are cuddling animals, traveling, napping, swimming, and finding creative ways to engage students.
Awards & shining teacher moments
CSUN Excellent Pandemic Teaching Honor (California State University, Northridge).
LAUSD Teacher of the Year nominations, 2020, 2021, 2022
Sijo Poetry Contest Winner (Sejong Cultural Society), 2019
My own education history
I attended public schools in Los Angeles, then went on the graduate from UCLA (undergraduate) and USC (graduate).
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