Crane Studios
Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States
About the store
Hi! My name is Nate. After more than a decade in the classroom, I've decided to take a break and pursue my creative passions. Over the years, I've created so much for my students and I just know that they will prove useful to others! You'll find open-ended projects, useful and editable resources, and fun activities.
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Comic Creation Bundle
This bundle gathers 8 different resources that are aimed at helping students develop their comic creation skills and guide them through techniques, strategies, and the start-to-finish process. This comes from my collection of materials I created for my after-school clubs. Absolutely no AI was used in any of my work.
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Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Writing
Comic Scripting Examples
This reference sheet walks students through the comic scripting process, using examples from professional artists. This comes from my collection of materials I created for my after-school clubs. Absolutely no AI was used in any of my work.
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Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Writing
Also included in:Â Comic Creation Bundle
Creating Comics - The Basic Steps Organizer
This organizer walks students through the basic start-to-finish steps of developing comics, from the brainstorming phase through the inking and coloring phase. This comes from my collection of materials I created for my after-school clubs. Absolutely no AI was used in any of my work.
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Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Writing
Also included in:Â Comic Creation Bundle
Comic Art Refinement Techniques
This reference sheet walks students through four different techniques that can be used to bring more depth, life, and polish to their comics. This comes from my collection of materials I created for my after-school clubs. Absolutely no AI was used in any of my work.
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Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Writing
Also included in:Â Comic Creation Bundle
Comic Sketching and Inking Steps
This reference sheet walks students through the steps of sketching and inking their art for a comic. This comes from my collection of materials I created for my after-school clubs. Absolutely no AI was used in any of my work.
Not Specific
Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Writing
Also included in:Â Comic Creation Bundle
Comic Paneling and Format
This reference sheet walks students through 6 common types of comic panels and asks students to consider how they affect the content. This comes from my collection of materials I created for my after-school clubs. Absolutely no AI was used in any of my work.
Not Specific
Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Writing
Also included in:Â Comic Creation Bundle
Experimenting with Art Styles and Design
This reference sheet walks students through various artistic style and design choices they must make when creating comics (shape theory, faces, posing, etc.). This comes from my collection of materials I created for my after-school clubs. Absolutely no AI was used in any of my work.
Not Specific
Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Writing
Also included in:Â Comic Creation Bundle
Finding Your Art Style
This reference sheet walks students through various considerations they must make when designing their visual art and how to keep things consistent. This comes from my collection of materials I created for my after-school clubs. Absolutely no AI was used in any of my work.
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Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Writing
Also included in:Â Comic Creation Bundle
Brainstorming & Journaling Strategies
This reference sheet overviews and provides practice space for various strategies for students who are having trouble coming up with ideas for their writing. This comes from my collection of materials I created for my after-school clubs. Absolutely no AI was used in any of my work.
Not Specific
Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Writing
Also included in:Â Comic Creation Bundle
Hero's Journey Plot Structure Reference
This detailed reference provides students with an overview of the common heroic quest plot structure. Hand-drawn illustrations (by me) accompany each section.
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Creative Writing, Literature, Novel Studies
Prefix - Root - Suffix Reference Sheet
This reference sheet walks students through the prefix, root, and suffix definitions and relationships, with helpful tips and examples.
Not Specific
Reading, Writing
Also included in:Â Literacy Skills Reference Sheets
Subject Predicate Relationship
This reference sheet walks students through sentence structure and the relationship between subject and predicate.
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Reading, Writing
Also included in:Â Literacy Skills Reference Sheets
Literacy Skills Practice Worksheets & Answer Keys (15 total)
15 ready-to-print worksheets encompassing various literacy skills such as parts of speech, figurative language, punctuation, grammar, and so on. Answer keys are included for all 15 worksheets. Perfect for English practice during a specialized unit, or as a review every few weeks to keep the kids on their toes.
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Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary
Homonym Homophone Homograph Reference
This reference sheet clarifies the difference between homonyms, homophones, and homographs, providing etymology, definitions, and examples of each.
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Grammar, Vocabulary, Writing
Also included in:Â Literacy Skills Reference Sheets
Literacy Skills Reference Sheets
These documents can provide a solid foundation for various literacy skills, perfect for direct instruction or for independent student use.
Not Specific
Grammar, Reading, Writing
Figurative Language Reference
This helpful reference sheet highlights some of the most commonly used pieces of figurative language, with definitions and examples.
Not Specific
Creative Writing, Reading, Writing
Also included in:Â Literacy Skills Reference Sheets
Punctuation Tips Reference Sheet
This 2-page reference sheet can help writers with their editing or proofreading process. There are so many rules and nebulous guidelines for punctuation that it can get really confusing. These tips can make the process feel less daunting.
Not Specific
Grammar, Other (ELA), Writing
Also included in:Â Literacy Skills Reference Sheets
Place Value Reference
Simple reference sheet for remembering place value and how to say numbers in the decimals.
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Basic Operations, Decimals, Place Value
The Writing Process Reference
This reference sheet explains and illustrates a basic form of the writing process. It can help young writers see that writing is not just a talent that some have and some don't, but rather a step-by-step process that can be practiced and developed over time.
Not Specific
Creative Writing, Writing
Also included in:Â Literacy Skills Reference Sheets
Rounding Reference
Simple reference for remembering how to round in certain situations.
Not Specific
Mental Math, Numbers, Place Value
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About the store
Experience
Hi! My name is Nate. After more than a decade in the classroom, I've decided to take a break and pursue my creative passions. Over the years, I've created so much for my students and I just know that they will prove useful to others! You'll find open-ended projects, useful and editable resources, and fun activities.
Teaching style
My teaching style is heavily based on my belief that kids are full human beings, capable of so much more than many give them credit for. Most of my assignments and projects are open-ended. I also provided many opportunities for my students to think critically and creatively, as well as actively be creative.
Additional biographical information
Absolutely no AI has been or ever will be used during any step of my creative process.
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