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Criss has taught every grade from K - 11 and briefly homeschooled her own children. She has over a 15 years instructing students. From middle and high school math instruction, teaching in Title 1 schools, advanced/ Cambridge math courses, AVID Excel math groups to elementary grade levels in self-contained classrooms and teams. She is also certified teaching mentor, guiding and supporting mentees' with advice, insight and encouragement to help them achieve their goals.
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Preview of Catching Fire Chapter by Chapter - Reading Guide

Catching Fire Chapter by Chapter - Reading Guide

Novel Notes Reading Guide for Catching Fire: Book 2 in the Hunger GamesALL ACTIVITIES INCLUDED!Novel Notes by Mrs. B for Catching Fire Included in the Guide: Catching Fire Novel Study - Reading Guide Chapter by Chapter Reading Guide: all 27 chaptersAnswer Key includedHunger Games SummaryComprehension questionsVocabulary activity for each ChapterCompare and ContrastingCharacter Word searchColor the CharactersVocabulary CrosswordWord Search ActivityTribute Death logArena Map ActivityDistrict 12 M
Preview of The Hunger Game BUNDLE: All Novel Note Activities PLUS Bonus

The Hunger Game BUNDLE: All Novel Note Activities PLUS Bonus

BUNDLE Chapter by Chapter Reading Guide for the Hunger Games Save BIG on the Bundle, instead of buying individual activities! Novel Notes by Mrs. B for The Hunger Games Included in the Bundle:1. The Hunger Games Novel Study - Reading Guide Chapter by Chapter Reading Guide: all 27 chaptersAnswer Key includedComprehension questionsVocabulary activity for each ChapterCharacter Word searchPart 1 Vocabulary CrosswordTribute Death logAdditional Discussion QuestionsProject IdeasCCSS page2. Color the Ch
Preview of Chapter by Chapter Reading Guide for the Hunger Games

Chapter by Chapter Reading Guide for the Hunger Games

Now Here! The Hunger Games Novel Study - Reading Guide Chapter by Chapter Reading Guide: all 27 chapters Comprehension questions Vocabulary activity for each Chapter Character Word search Part 1 Vocabulary Crossword Tribute Death log Answer Key included CCSS page
Preview of The 74th Hunger Games Arena Map Activity

The 74th Hunger Games Arena Map Activity

The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins, Novel Notes Activity for Part II, The Games. As the 74th Hunger Games begin in Part II, there are KEY locations and Events that are important to the story and Katniss’s fight for survival. Fill in the Key with the location and one or major events that occur there. The key images will help guide you, the reader, through the story. The pages may be folded along the diameter of the circle and glued together or on opposite pages of a spiral once tr
Preview of Body Biography for The Hunger Games

Body Biography for The Hunger Games

The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins, Novel Notes Body Biography for print. It is formatted to either be printed two sided or for individual pages. There are blank pages for the back of the posters. This is a creative project that can be done individually or in groups. This characterization activity will be a hit with students leading to a unique result for each project. Students will use text evidence, to go deeper into what makes the characters who they are and their development throu
Preview of Hunger Games Arena Map

Hunger Games Arena Map

A beautiful visual for The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins. This map will assist readers in visualizing Katniss's journey throughout the Hunger Games. It may be printed for students or used as a projection for class discussions.
Preview of The Hungry Critic Activity for The Hunger Games

The Hungry Critic Activity for The Hunger Games

The Hungry Critic. Compare and contrast: The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins and the movie, directed by Gary Ross. The Hungry Critic asks readers to imagine they are a movie critic: A person who judges the merits of literary, artistic, or musical works, especially one who does so professionally. Students will write a segment for their show's channel about The Hunger Games, comparing the book to the movie after reading the book and watching the movie. Included: Directions with the 4 ste
Preview of Character Coloring for The Hunger Games: Part 1

Character Coloring for The Hunger Games: Part 1

Color the Characters from The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins, Part 1.  Katniss, Primrose, Gale, Effie, Peeta, Haymitch, Cinna and the Avox girl  Students are asked to color the main characters from part 1 of The Hunger Games, using text descriptions and inferences.  This is a fun way for readers to engage and interact with the reading while providing a visual of the characters as they read.  Chibi characters can also be cutout and used in projects!
Preview of Lunch with a Friend: Percents

Lunch with a Friend: Percents

Lunch with a Friend by Math with Mrs. B Percent of a Number Tip, Discount, Tax, Donation Included in purchase: Worksheet Menu Answer Example Time Frame: 50 minutes Learning Goal: The student will be able to find the cost of 2 meals at a restaurant with a discount, tip, tax and a donation using percent of a number. MAFS. 7.RP.1.3 Suggestions: · You may use online menus, to go menus or the one provided. o Copy the menu front and back, then fold. · Set Students up in pairs for their “Lunch w
Preview of The Hunger Games: Katniss's Daily Journal Activity

The Hunger Games: Katniss's Daily Journal Activity

The Hunger Games, written by Suzanne Collins, Novel Notes, Katniss's Daily Journal for print asks the reader to imagine they are Katniss, and are able to bring a journal with them everywhere. Writing down their (Katniss’s) thoughts, feelings and the events each day. Students will: Create a journal using notebook paper, printer paper, a spiral or composition notebook or use the digital PDF to complete it. These journal logs will serve as summaries for each chapter. They are also a great resource
Preview of Percents Bundle

Percents Bundle

Percents BundleGo Go Loans: Simple Interest Dueling Discounts: Discounts and Tax Lunch with a Friend: Discount, Tax, Tip and Donation
Preview of Dueling Discounts: Percents Discount and Tax

Dueling Discounts: Percents Discount and Tax

Dueling Discounts by Mrs. B Use percentages to find discounted prices on items plus tax. Compare a $20 discount to a 10% off discount. Time Frame: 50 minutes Learning Goal: The student will be able to find the cost of an item with various discounts plus tax using percent of a number and determine the lower cost. Suggestions: · You may use advertisements or create item posters and post around the room to give the students an opportunity to “shop” for items they like. · Require the students
Preview of Go Go Loans - Simple Interest

Go Go Loans - Simple Interest

Go! Go! LoansSimple Interest Math Activity for 7th grade Learning Goal: The student will be able to find the lowest monthly loan payment and determine if they are able to afford one of the vehicles on a percent of a budget. This activity can be done after students learn the simple interest formula or used to assist teaching it. Answer Key for each vehicle and an example is included.
Preview of Hunger Games Character Word Search

Hunger Games Character Word Search

Find all of your favorite Hunger Games Characters in this FREE word search!
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Experience

Criss has taught every grade from K - 11 and briefly homeschooled her own children. She has over a 15 years instructing students. From middle and high school math instruction, teaching in Title 1 schools, advanced/ Cambridge math courses, AVID Excel math groups to elementary grade levels in self-contained classrooms and teams. She is also certified teaching mentor, guiding and supporting mentees' with advice, insight and encouragement to help them achieve their goals.

Teaching style

Explore and question. Criss helps students find connections to creatively solve problems. She also tries to make each activity meaningful, relevant and useful.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Honored to be: Teacher of the Year Nominee- SEL Representative- Mentor- Committee Chair - Most of all Mom to 4 boys and amazing students over the years

My own education history

Graduated from the University of South Florida in 1994 with an Elementary Education degree and continued with Masters in Curriculum and Instruction.

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Owner of Blue Daze Media. bluedazemedia.com