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Hi there! I'm a high school English teacher with over 15 years of classroom experience. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, a Master's degree in Education, and have earned additional Master's credits in British Literature. Most of my teaching has focused on 9th and 10th grade English, including co-taught and inclusive classrooms.
I specialize in creating engaging, scaffolded resources for a wide range of learners. Many of my materials are adapted from classic and modern texts, with supports designed to meet the needs of all students. I also supplement and enhance StudySync materials to make them more accessible and effective for diverse classrooms.
My goal is to save you time while helping your students connect with literature in meaningful ways. Thanks for stopping by!
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Fahrenheit 451 - 67-74 - Deep Dive (Short Answer) Worksheet
Fahrenheit 451: "The Sieve and the Sand" (Pages 67-74) Deep Dive WorksheetBring the heat to your ELA classroom with this focused comprehension and analysis worksheet for Ray Bradbury’s Fahrenheit 451. Specifically designed for the beginning of Part II: The Sieve and the Sand, this assignment pushes students to look beyond the surface of the text and explore the growing tension between Guy Montag’s awakening and Mildred’s hollow world. This 9-question short-answer set is perfect for a sub plan,
9th - 12th
Close Reading, Literature, Novel Studies
Fahrenheit 451 - Connective Writing Task (Part I & II)
The Soundtrack of You: Fahrenheit 451 Connective Writing Task This is a fantastic, high-engagement creative writing prompt where the students will choose a song and lyric of their choice, and write 100 words about their connection. I think this works best AFTER they have read through Part I and Part II (after Mrs. Phelps has her emotional reaction to the Dover Beach poem) - I included two 100 word summaries of Part I and Part II for the students to use to remind them of the plot, and to show the
9th - 12th
Creative Writing, Literature, Novel Studies
NIGHT by Elie Wiesel - Close Read - Comprehension Questions (51-57)
SEVEN Reading Comprehension questions that can be used in class or as homework. Each question is specific to a page of the assigned reading. Each question requires a full sentence. Students will need to recall certain events and explain why they happened; they will be required to use direct quotes from the text, and they will need to show their understanding of the characters during this emotionally intense section of the memoir. This is available as a PDF. Ready to PRINT and assign to your c
8th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
Of Mice and Men - Character Chart / Characterzation
Here is a ready-to-print targeted analysis tool for locating specific character traits in the beginning (or really in ANY part of the novel!)This focused character chart helps students not just recall specific character traits, but also requires them to identify a specific context/text evidence to support their characterizations! Description: Physical appearance, key personality traits, and/or role in the story in their own words!Quote from Text with Page #: Locating and recording a crucial p
8th - 12th
Close Reading, Novel Studies, Reading Strategies
Of Mice and Men - Chapter 2 - Short Answer Questions
Of Mice and Men: Chapter 2 Comprehension Questions Assess your students' understanding of the critical second chapter of Of Mice and Men with these focused, plot-based comprehension questions!This quick-check worksheet is perfect for guiding discussion, checking reading accountability, or serving as a pre-discussion writing prompt. The questions focus on key plot developments and the introduction of major characters like Curley and Slim. What's Included?10 Targeted Questions: Questions cover
8th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading Strategies
Of Mice and Men - Chapter 1 - Vocabulary with Context
Of Mice and Men: Chapter 1 Vocabulary with each Context Clue given. Engage your students immediately with the rich, descriptive language of John Steinbeck!This comprehensive, two-part worksheet targets ten critical vocabulary words from Chapter 1 of Of Mice and Men (pages 1-16). It builds essential close reading skills by requiring students to first deduce meaning from the text and then demonstrate full comprehension through original, context-rich sentences. ✨ What's Included?Part I: Contextu
9th - 12th
Reading Strategies, Vocabulary, Writing
Of Mice and Men - Chapter 2 - Vocabulary in Context
Boost vocabulary and close reading skills with this engaging worksheet focused on Of Mice and Men Chapter 2!This no-prep assignment challenges students to use context clues from the text (pages 17-37) to determine the meaning of key vocabulary words like pugnacious, ominous, scoff, and derogatory. Key Features:Contextualized Learning: Each word is presented with its actual sentence from the novel, reinforcing reading comprehension.Two-Part Task: Students first infer the meaning, then confirm
8th - 12th
Literature, Vocabulary, Writing
Of Mice and Men - One Pager - Final Project - Text Evidence
READY TO USE - just PRINT AND GO! Of Mice and Men One-Pager Final Project: A Creative Literary Analysis! Transform your students' understanding of Steinbeck's classic into a dynamic, single-page masterpiece!This "Of Mice and Men" One-Pager Final Project is a highly engaging, high-level alternative to traditional final exams or essays. It encourages students to blend critical analysis, written explanation, and creative design as they synthesize the major elements of the novel onto a single
8th - 12th
Novel Studies, Other (ELA), Reading
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
Romeo & Juliet - Act I.ii-iv - Scene Summary with Quotes
This focused assignment helps students break down Scenes ii–iv of Act I in Romeo and Juliet through structured scene summaries and quote analysis. Perfect for use with No Fear Shakespeare, this resource guides students to identify key moments, important dialogue, and emerging character dynamics. What’s Included: ✅ A printable and digital-friendly worksheet ✅ Scene-by-scene breakdown for Act I.ii, I.iii, and I.iv ✅ Space for students to: take notes on meaningful quotes Note who said it, an
8th - 12th
Close Reading, Literature, Novel Studies
Romeo & Juliet Act I.i Short Answer
Romeo and Juliet – Act I, Scene I Assignment (No Fear Shakespeare Compatible – Google Drive)This 3-page assignment is designed to help students engage deeply with Act I, Scene I of Romeo and Juliet using the No Fear Shakespeare translation. Perfect for 9th and 10th grade classrooms, including co-taught and inclusive settings, this resource is fully editable and formatted for Google Drive—ideal for digital or print use. What’s Included: ✅ Page 1–2: Short answer comprehension and analysis que
8th - 12th
Close Reading, Library Skills, Literature
Hotel Rwanda | Screenplay Excerpt | Quote Analysis
From the Study Sync excerpt of the Hotel Rwanda screenplay, here you will find important quotes and questions for the students to use after they havecompleted a close read and annotation of the text.
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Close Reading, Literature, Reading
NIGHT by Elie Wiesel - Irony (page 40)
This ONE PAGE Close Reading Guide specific to PAGE 40 of the memory helps students explore the theme of irony in a key passage from Elie Wiesel's Night. It includes an analysis of literary devices like imagery (safety vs danger... lulling you to sleep), along with discussion prompts that promote critical thinking about the contrasts between beauty and horror in the text.
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Informational Text
Paper Towns | John Green | Bundle
Bundled Products for Paper Towns Prologue Analysis Chapter 1 - 6 Questions Vocabulary chapter 1 - 6 Part I Quote Analysis
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Vocabulary
Paper Towns | By John Green | Ch. 5 - 6 | Vocabulary & Questions
Worksheet for students to complete that includes comprehension questions and vocabulary words from John Green's Paper Towns. These are for Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 of the novel. Can be used as a Pre-Reading (Vocab) and Post-Reading (Questions to check for understanding) activity
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading
Also included in: Paper Towns | John Green | Bundle
Paper Towns | John Green | SAT HIGH LEVEL, Multiple Choice Questions | Chap 1-4
This resource include ten SAT Style multiple choice style questions for the novel Paper Towns by John Green. These are NOT JUST for SAT - but these are high level multiple choice questions to test the students knowledge of character motivation and specific plot points. Can be used as a QUIZ, as Homework, Classwork, or even as SAT review
9th - 12th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts
Also included in: Paper Towns | John Green | Bundle
Paper Towns | By: John Green | Chapter 2, 3, 4, Vocab and Questions
For this section student will need to define SEVEN (7) vocabulary words - words and their accompanying page numbers are included. They will have to also IDENTIFY the first FIVE (5) parts to Margo's plan. This will help the students with their close reading of these pages! It will require them to not only read the section, but to begin to connect the plans that Margo has set in place. **Preview and Thumbnail are partial screen grabs of the actual assignment**
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Cheryl Strayed | WILD | SAT Questions | Vocab in Context | {Google Drive}
Study Sync Enhancement for the prologue of WILD by Cheryl Strayed After reading the Prologue of "WILD" by Cheryl Strayed use this SAT-style assignment to assess your student's knowledge and understanding of how she uses specific words and phrases. Assignment Overview: In this vocabulary-in-context assignment, TEN (10) Multiple Choice Vocabulary in Context QuestionsRead challenging SAT-style vocabulary words from the prologue of "WILD."Interpret the meanings of these words within the narrative
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.9-10.4
, RL.11-12.4
, RI.9-10.4
+1
Cheryl Strayed | WILD | Writing Assignment | {GOOGLE DRIVE}
Study Sync adaptation!!!! Are you looking for a thought-provoking and engaging assignment to delve into the captivating memoir "WILD" by Cheryl Strayed with your students? This assignment focuses on analyzing the prologue of "WILD" to explore Cheryl Strayed's purpose for choosing to walk the Pacific Crest Trail and the symbolism of her "lost" boot! Assignment Overview:In this assignment, students will: Examine Cheryl Strayed's motivation for embarking on the Pacific Crest Trail journey.Identify
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
RL.9-10.5
, RI.9-10.1
, RI.9-10.2
+2
Paper Towns | by John Green | Part I Quote Analysis
Students will be able to analyze and interpret selected quotes from John Green's "Paper Towns" to understand character motivations, themes, and literary devices.
8th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
Also included in: Paper Towns | John Green | Bundle
Greek Mythology | Creation Myth | Probable Passage
What is a Probable Passage? Works well at the beginning of a Unit - before students understand the relationship between words, settings, and characters. The activity encourages students to make predictions, activate prior knowledge, begin to see causal relationships, make inferences, and visualize while reading a passage.
5th - 12th
English Language Arts
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About the store
Experience
Hi there! I'm a high school English teacher with over 15 years of classroom experience. I hold a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, a Master's degree in Education, and have earned additional Master's credits in British Literature. Most of my teaching has focused on 9th and 10th grade English, including co-taught and inclusive classrooms.
I specialize in creating engaging, scaffolded resources for a wide range of learners. Many of my materials are adapted from classic and modern texts, with supports designed to meet the needs of all students. I also supplement and enhance StudySync materials to make them more accessible and effective for diverse classrooms.
My goal is to save you time while helping your students connect with literature in meaningful ways. Thanks for stopping by!
Teaching style
I love to create an environment where my students feel safe and excited to learn.
My own education history
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology with a Minor in Sociology - Graduation 2006
Master's Degree in Education - 2010
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