Deffner's Data Driven Resources
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I have a strong love for reading and highly value critical thinking. My lessons focus on analyzing text, drawing inferences, and understanding character development through the full spectrum of ELA standards without pulling the reader out of the story, but rather allowing them to grow deeper connections to what they read.
My background is in high school education, as well as teaching both 7th and 8th grade ELA. Currently, I partner with various multi-grade homeschool co-ops making novel based curriculum.
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Research Cards
Students will use the following research cards to conduct research on any sources they find either print or physical. These cards help students keep information organized and have a starting point to guide their research. Teachers can easily share these cards and have students fill them out themselves. This resource can be used as a research activity in and of itself but it is also very adaptable to be included in larger projects such as research papers and/ or presentations. *This FREE resour
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Writing
CCSS
W.6.7
, W.6.8
, W.6.9
 +15
Also included in:Â Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone High School Full Curriculum (8 week)
There/ Their/ They're Practice- Fill in Blank & Color by Number
Welcome the fall season with this fun pumpkin coffee/ cat themed worksheet! Students will read a very short original story about 3 woman, their cats, and a coffee shop. As they read they will fill in 40 blanks with correct there/ their/ they're. They will then use the corresponding color key to color a picture of a cat with their "kitty-ccino"! *Answer Key included*
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Grammar, Vocabulary
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
, CCRA.L.3
Lesson Plans for Book "The Great Spruce" by John Duvall
This sweet book talks about the beautiful relationship between a boy and his family tree. It focuses on the importance of taking care of our land and benefits of sharing with our community, in a fun Christmas story that's great year-round! Activities include: Reading questions, theme exploration, research activity on reusable tree lot, Plant a tree project activity (with optional opportunity to do their own tree planting activity). Recommended lesson is to read the story aloud (story time/ c
3rd - 8th
English Language Arts, Environment
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
 +4
Guided Creative Writing: South African Valentine's Day Tradition
This resource offers 2 versions: a basic and advanced allowing for it to be used great for differentiated learning! Both may also be used for an additional level of scaffolding! Students will begin by reading about the South African Valentine's Day tradition of pinning the name of one's crush on their sleeve. They will then be tasked with writing their own story of this practice. Using the graphic organizer, students will be guided through the prewriting processes so they can confidently begin w
1st - 12th
English Language Arts, Writing
CCSS
CCRA.W.3
, CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.W.5
 +3
Also included in:Â Valentine's Day Traditions Around the World!
Denmark's Valentine's Day Activity
Have students create their own gaekkebrev! Using this hand out, students will learn of the Denmark tradition and have the opportunity to partake in i themselves! Includes step by step instructions to help students to make their own traditional Danish Valentine! Additional tips for teacher are also included for a seamless lesson plan!
1st - 12th
Art, Creative Writing, English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.W.5
, CCRA.SL.4
 +5
Also included in:Â Valentine's Day Traditions Around the World!
Valentine's Day/ Love Holiday: Traditions Across the World
Help your students learn about other cultures and celebrate Valentine's Day! Using the links provided, students will practice their research skills to learn how Valentine's Day (or their own Love Holiday) is celebrated across the world! Assignment includes two parts. Part 1 students use one link to identify traditions specific to one country and write a summary; Part 2 requires students to read 3 articles and match 25 traditions with their coordinating country! Hand out is simple and self exp
3rd - 12th
English Language Arts, Informational Text
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.9
 +3
Also included in:Â Valentine's Day Traditions Around the World!
Chinese Valentine's Day: The legend behind the Qixi Festival
Students will gain more cultural awareness by seeing how China celebrates their own "day of love" or "Valentine's Day" by reading the Chinese Legend of Niulang and Zhinu. As students read through the story, they will summarize each portion through their own illustration as explained in their hand out. *Original writing of story as to make appropriate for children of all ages.
2nd - 12th
English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
CCSS
CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.9
Also included in:Â Valentine's Day Traditions Around the World!
"The Legend of the Christmas Tree" Activity Packet
"The Legend of the Christmas Tree" is a short story about why we celebrate Christmas with a tree! Activity packet includes 3 activities that can be completed individually, with a partner, or in groups. 1. Editing sheet- students must find the 60 different spelling/ grammar mistakes. Mistakes include homophones, tense mix up, punctuation, and general spelling errors! Answer key is included! 2. Summarizing- Students will use the graphic organizer worksheet to identify the beginning, middle, and e
2nd - 12th
Grammar, Spelling
CCSS
CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.L.1
 +1
Color by Grammar Christmas Tree
Use this "Color by Grammar" tree to have students practice identifying pronouns, adverbs, adjectives, and nouns.
3rd - 12th
English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
Compare and Contrast Power Point
Introduction to compare and contrast concepts with key terms and scaffolding practice. Introduces a Venn Diagram, opportunity to compare and contrast based on photos of owners and their dogs, and then use a text to find comparisons. (I used as intro to Amigo Brothers, but will work for any compare and contrast unit).
3rd - 8th
English Language Arts
Also included in:Â Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone 6-8th grade curriculum
Shamrock Radio Show
Students will use an online platform to write and record a radio show as a group project. They will research, write a script, and perform with a group. Grading rubric is included.
3rd - 12th
English Language Arts, Social Studies
CCSS
CCRA.SL.1
, CCRA.SL.4
, CCRA.SL.5
 +4
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Experience
I have a strong love for reading and highly value critical thinking. My lessons focus on analyzing text, drawing inferences, and understanding character development through the full spectrum of ELA standards without pulling the reader out of the story, but rather allowing them to grow deeper connections to what they read.
My background is in high school education, as well as teaching both 7th and 8th grade ELA. Currently, I partner with various multi-grade homeschool co-ops making novel based curriculum.
Teaching style
I love to give clear guided instruction as well as creative activities which emphasize writing throughout all lessons.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Microsoft Innovative Educator,
My own education history
Graduated with Honors
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