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The Lighthouse Keepers Lunch: Fun Lessons and Resources

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There are many great reasons why The Lighthouse Keepers Lunch is so fun to read and teach . Here are four lesson plans plus all the resources you need to turn up, engage, and teach this fantastic story. Lessons include listening and speaking,

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing

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Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd

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RL.K.1, RL.K.2, RL.K.3, RL.K.4, RL.K.7, RL.K.10, W.K.5, SL.K.1a, SL.K.1b, SL.K.2, CCRA.R.2...

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A Christmas Carol: Fun Activities, Lesson Plans, Printables

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Ebenezer Scrooge is a mean-spirited old man who hates everything - even Christmas! But when three spirits visit him one Christmas Eve, Scrooge is taken on a journey into the past, present and future that will change him forever. These four simple

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Reading

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd

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Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

RL.K.9, RL.K.10, W.K.3, W.K.5, W.K.6, W.K.8, SL.K.1, SL.K.1b, SL.K.2

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15 Reading Strategies Packet: Reading Comprehension Activities, Passages & More

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To help your children to develop great reading strategies, this handy packet contains 15 easy to use activities that cover key reading comprehension skills. Written by a children’s author and teacher, this fun kit also contains fiction passages,

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Close Reading

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3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

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Worksheets, Activities, Games

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3...

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FUN Persuasive Essay + Speaking: Lesson Plans, Activities and Examples 15-18yrs

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Warning! These persuasive essay lessons can lead to animated students. Want to get your students excited about writing a good persuasive essay? Here are practical answers; an antidote to anxiety in the classroom. Immediately, you can use these

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Critical Thinking, Oral Communication, Writing-Essays

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9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5...

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Writing Dialogue: Creative Writing Activities for 15 to 18 years

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Realistic dialogue elevates and sharpens any story. With these four activities your students will discover how and why conversations can drive their plot forward. And, what characters think or don’t say can reveal even more. Your students will learn

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th

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Worksheets, Activities, Handouts

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Opening Lines & Hooks: Creative Writing Activities for 11 to 14 yrs

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There’s nothing quite like staring at a blank page. Using these five activitiesstudents will apply secrets from master storytellers as they discover techniques to conquer those first line blues. They will learn to -Grab the reader’s attention from

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

8^th, 7^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Handouts

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.10

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Writing Dialogue: Creative Writing Lesson Plans_15 to 18 years

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Realistic dialogue elevates and sharpens any story. With this bundle of lessons your students will discover how and why conversations can drive their plot forward. And, what characters think or don’t say can reveal even more. Your students will

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

W.9-10.3, W.9-10.3a, W.9-10.3b, W.9-10.3c, W.9-10.3d, W.9-10.5, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5...

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FUN Persuasive Essay + Speaking: Lesson Plans, Activities, Examples 11-14 years

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Prediction: These persuasive essay lessons can lead to animated students. Want to get your students excited about writing a good persuasive essay? Here are practical answers; an antidote to anxiety in the classroom. Immediately, you can use these

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Life Skills, Writing-Essays

Grades:

8^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.7, CCRA.W.9, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2...

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Descriptive Writing Lessons, Examples & Essay Help for 14 to 18 yrs

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Good descriptive writing is one of the key elements to a great story. These bundled lessons apply secrets from master storytellers to build on existing skills, Your students will learn to -• Understand the difference between descriptive and

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1

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Persuasive Essay Structure: Lesson Plans and Examples for 15-18 years

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How do I write a good persuasive essay? How does my thesis statement relate to the body of my essay? What about the conclusion? Here are practical answers to help with persuasive essay structure; an antidote to anxiety in the classroom. Immediately,

Subjects:

Writing, Writing-Essays, For All Subjects

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10

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Realistic Fiction: Structure, Planning & Writing Lessons for 14 to 18 yrs

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With the right plot, your students can write confident and realistic narrativepieces. Using these bundled lessons your students will discover techniques tohelp them write stronger, more authentic stories. They will learn to -• Quickly set themselves

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Lesson, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

W.9-10.3, W.9-10.3c, W.9-10.10, SL.K.1, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Effective Story Endings: Creative Writing Lesson Plans for 15 to 18 yrs

By Success Stories for Teachers

We've all read great stories that end in a rush, and others that should have ended sooner. These bundled lessons apply secrets from master storytellers to help students discover how to write effective story endings. They will learn to - · Review the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

W.9-10.3, W.9-10.3a, W.9-10.3b, W.9-10.3c, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Opening Lines & Hooks: Creative Writing Lesson Plans for 15 to 18 yrs

By Success Stories for Teachers

There's nothing quite like staring at a blank page. These bundled lessons apply secrets from master storytellers as students discover techniques to conquer those first line blues. They will learn to - Grab the reader's attention from the very first

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

W.9-10.3, W.9-10.3a, W.9-10.3c, W.9-10.3d, W.9-10.10, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Setting and Mood: Creative Writing Lesson Plans for 15 to 18 yrs

By Success Stories for Teachers

our students can create a compulsive plot and compelling characters, but their attention to detail in constructing where their stories takes place can make or break the narrative. These bundled lessons apply secrets from master storytellers to build

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

W.9-10.3, W.9-10.3a, W.9-10.3b, W.9-10.3c, W.9-10.3d, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10...

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Realistic Fiction: Structure, Planning & Writing Lessons for 11 to 14 yrs

By Success Stories for Teachers

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

8^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Setting and Mood: Creative Writing Lesson Plans for 11 to 14 yrs

By Success Stories for Teachers

Your students can have lots of fun creating compelling settings for their stories. These bundled lessons apply secrets from master storytellers to build on existing skills, Your students will learn to:• Understand how settings can act as secondary

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

8^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1...

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5 SENSES: Lesson Guides, 12 Activities and Resources

By Success Stories for Teachers

Dive into these 5 Senses lesson plans, packed with playful activities, as you head to the beach. Children can enjoy the story Hello Ocean by Pam Muñoz Ryan. You can almost feel the salt spray on your face and smell the musky scent of ocean in the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Visual Arts

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.2

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Realistic Fiction: Mini and Comprehensive Writing Activities for 14 to 18 yrs

By Success Stories for Teachers

With the right tools, your students can write narrative pieces that blaze. In these four activities they will turn life’s strangest moments into a dramatic story. They’ll gain the skills to become highly attuned to the world around them, develop

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.10, CCRA.SL.1

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The Lighthouse Keepers Christmas Kit: Fun Lessons and Resources

By Success Stories for Teachers

Mr and Mrs Grinling are looking forward to an extra-special Christmas with their great-nephew, George. But on Christmas Eve, Mr Grinling and George get stranded in the middle of a storm! Can Mrs Grinling reach them in time for a Christmas Dinner?The

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.K.1, RL.K.2, RL.K.3, RL.K.4, RL.K.7, RL.K.10, W.K.8, SL.K.1, SL.K.1a, SL.K.1b, SL.K.2...

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5 Paragraph Essay Structure: Lesson Plans and Examples

By Success Stories for Teachers

How do I write a good 5 Paragraph Essay? How does my thesis statement relate to the body of my essay? What about the conclusion? Here are practical answers; an antidote to anxiety in the classroom. Immediately, you can use these lesson plans and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Worksheets, Lesson, Activities

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.9, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.5, CCRA.W.7...

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Claire Vorster is a children's author and CELTA qualified English Tutor, working with children aged 5-18 studying at United World College of South East Asia and many others. She is a member of the Oxford University Press Research Forum. Claire's writing is currently featured in a book by Financial Times columnist Professor Heather McGregor.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Claire Vorster offers * Student-centred English Tutoring for learners aged 5 to 18 * Multi-media lessons using familiar scenarios, hobbies and interests to expand on what students know and to offer the best opportunity for progress in spoken and/or written English. * Lessons that compliment and consolidate school based learning. * A refreshing emphasis on encouragement and inspiration.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

National Library Of Poetry Editor's Choice Award, Semi-Finalist in U.S. Poetry Guild Competition 1998

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Lutterworth Grammar School Bristol University CELTA

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Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Specialty, Social Studies - History, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Drama, Career and Technical Education, ELA Test Prep, British History, Life Skills, Critical Thinking, Literature, International Baccalaureate, Business, Writing, Oral Communication, Writing-Essays, For All Subjects, Close Reading

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