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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"Passing" by Nella Larsen Writing Task- Clare's Diary Entries
Students will complete the following writing task after reading Passing by Nella Larsen. Students will write 3 detailed entries that work to summarize the pivotal points of the story while also providing insight into what Clare would be feeling at the time. Students will use critical thinking to provide a narrative from a different character's perspective while still providing an accurate portrayal of setting and events. Detailed rubric is provide to aid writing task as well as ease grading.
9th - 12th, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Writing
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.3
, RL.11-12.1
+5
The Outsiders Reading Companion (High School)
The following is a packet filled with deeper thinking questions to be used in correlation to the novel The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton. The questions are clearly broken down by chapter and cover a wide range of high school ELA standards making it the perfect tool for a comprehensive English unit. Comprehensive answer key is included
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+8
Also included in: The Outsiders S.E. Hinton Complete Curriculum: High School Edition
The Outsiders Character List
Part of bundle with The Outsiders Curriculum. This resource works as a quick reference guide to be used with a novel study on The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton. Students will use this list of 15 characters found in the novel to reference differences and note important features. Answer Key is include with an example list.
6th - 12th, Higher Education
English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
Also included in: The Outsiders S.E. Hinton Complete Curriculum: Middle School Edition
Reading Checks for The Outsiders
Students will be able to complete 5 multiple choice questions based on each of the 12 chapters in The Outsiders. Answer Key included.
6th - 12th, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
Also included in: The Outsiders S.E. Hinton Complete Curriculum: High School Edition
Socratic Seminar: The Outsiders
Students will use this worksheet to guide them in their Socratic Seminar over the novel "The Outsiders Includes: Explanation of Activity 10 open ended questions to complete before socratic seminar Space for students to write 3-5 of their own questions. Place for student to keep tallies of their own participation during the seminar. 5 Self Reflection questions to complete at the end of the seminar.
6th - 12th, Higher Education
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.6
+6
Also included in: The Outsiders S.E. Hinton Complete Curriculum: High School Edition
Book Ban Presentation
Students will work independently or as a group to create a hypothetical presentation for the school board where they must argue in favor or against the board instituting a ban on many books for students. This resource has a clear rubric to help guide students as they create their google slide or powerpoint presentation. I use this in combined with research cards (listed as a free resource on my page).
8th - 12th, Higher Education
English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.W.1
, CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.W.5
+3
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
Grade 9-12 Reading Companion: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
All reading companion questions are deeper-level questions which align with the 9-12 ELA Reading: Literature Standards. Created for high school use, but could be adapted for younger grades. Students will work through this reading companion as they read through J,K Rowling's novel Harry Potter and the Socerer's Stone. Companion is broken down by each of the 17 chapters with a total of 86 questions for students to complete as they critically analyze character development, theme, language use, au
8th - 12th, Higher Education
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.8.1
, RL.8.2
, RL.8.3
+29
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Quiz Chapter 1-6
Students will complete 40 multiple choice questions to show their understanding of the first 6 chapters of J.K. Rowling's novel Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Answer Key is included
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts
Harry Potter: Sorcerer's Stone Reading Checks
The following resource includes chapter reading checks composed of 5 multiple choice questions for each chapter (17 reading checks total) for J.K. Rowling's novel Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. Answer key is included
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts
Asch Conformity Experiment Article Questions
Students will learn about the psychological aspect of conformity by examining this analysis on the Asch Conformity Experiment. Product includes link to article, 7 critical thinking questions, example answers, and a link to an engaging video of the experiment being done recently.
5th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Psychology
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.7
, CCRA.R.8
+1
Poetry Questions: Stopping by the Woods on a Snowy Evening by Robert Frost
PDF includes a copy of the poem, 5 critical thinking questions, extension suggestion, and answer key.
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Poetry
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.5
+1
Also included in: The Outsiders S.E. Hinton Complete Curriculum: High School Edition
"Let It Snow" Novel bundle- Complete Unit w Pacing guide
The following unit is over the novel Let It Snow which includes guided reading packets for each of the 3 novellas that make up the novel. Unit also includes a formative quiz for each novella, a final exam over the novel as a whole, a theme analysis essay (prompt, detailed outline, and rubric), and a novel-movie comparison worksheet. Bonus File includes Literary Circle Expectations handout which includes list of vocab words (for flashcards) as well as a pacing guide/ due date calendar (updated f
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Writing-Essays
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+18
"The Jubilee Express" by Maureen Johnson Reading Companion & Exam
Lessons over the story "Jubilee Express" by found in Let It Snow. The following resource includes 2 pieces and complete answer key (including sample answers when responses will vary): Part 1- Reading Companion: 80 questions that outline the novella chapter by chapter. Questions include a variety of formats from short answer, quotations, fill in the blank, and multiple choice. Questions are ELA standard aligned to promote higher level thinking, text analysis, evidence gather, and vocabulary ex
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Close Reading, English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+4
Also included in: "Let It Snow" Novel bundle- Complete Unit w Pacing guide
"The Patron Saint of Pigs" by Lauren Myracle Reading Companion and Exam
Lessons over the Novella "Patron Saint of Pigs" by Lauren Myracle found in Let It Snow. The following resource includes 2 pieces and complete answer key (including sample answers when responses will vary): A. Reading Companion: 80 questions that outline the novella chapter by chapter. Questions include a variety of formats from short answer, quotations, multiple choice, and fill in the blank. Questions are ELA standard aligned to promote higher level thinking, text analysis, evidence gathering,
6th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Close Reading, English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+10
Also included in: "Let It Snow" Novel bundle- Complete Unit w Pacing guide
Theme Analysis: Let It Snow (Novel)
This assignment is to write a 5 paragraph theme analysis essay on the novel Let It Snow. This is a perfect way to look at several works that possess similar themes and evaluate how each author took a different approach to presenting said theme. Includes: - brainstorming sheet to help guide the purpose of the essay. - detailed outline to guide essay format - detailed rubric for easy grading and clear understanding of expectations. *Used alongside in complete Let It Snow Unit
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Writing-Essays
CCSS
CCRA.W.2
, CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.W.5
+1
Also included in: "Let It Snow" Novel bundle- Complete Unit w Pacing guide
Movie Comparison Guide: Let It Snow Movie
This guide allows students to think critically about how directors adapted the book Let It Snow into a movie. It allows comparison as well as deeper thinking in why directors made the decisions that they did as well as personal analysis of which they prefer. Example Answers/ Filled out sheet is provided.
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.R.7
, CCRA.R.9
Also included in: "Let It Snow" Novel bundle- Complete Unit w Pacing guide
Let It Snow Final Exam
This exam is over the novel Let It Snow. It includes questions over plot, character analysis, theme, and 25 key terms taken from the novel. Made to coincide with Let It Snow Reading Companions. Test break down includes: Key Term matching Key Term illustrations Fill in the blank Multiple Choice Extended Response (rubric included) Answer Key Provided
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in: "Let It Snow" Novel bundle- Complete Unit w Pacing guide
"A Cheertastic Christmas Miracle" By John Green Reading Companion & Test
Students will utilize the guided reading packet & quiz as they read the John Green novella "A Cheertastic Christmas Miracle" (page numbers as found in the novel Let is Snow). Part 1: Reading Companion: 80 questions that outline the novella chapter by chapter. Questions include a variety of formats from short answer, quotations, and fill in the blank. Questions are ELA standard aligned to promote higher level thinking, text analysis, evidence gather, and vocabulary expansion. This is great for
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Close Reading, English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+11
Also included in: "Let It Snow" Novel bundle- Complete Unit w Pacing guide
Argumentative Article Close Read: The Automotive Era
Students will read the (slightly abridged) 9 page article Was the Automotive Era a Terrible Mistake? For a century, we’ve loved our cars. They haven’t loved us back. by Nathan Heller (2019), which discusses the choices made during the automotive era and what society can learn as we move into the autonomous vehicle era. Students will practice close reading skills by answering a variety of questions regarding author's purpose, key details, tone, vocabulary, summarizing, relating ideas, analyzing
8th - 12th, Higher Education
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.8.1
, RI.8.2
, RI.8.3
+5
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About the store
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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