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Preview of Longitude and Latitude Worksheet

Longitude and Latitude Worksheet

The Longitude and Latitude Worksheet is a formative assessment used to reinforce introductory geography lessons. Included in the purchase are: Longitude and Latitude Worksheet and Answer Key. ** I do have digital versions of this assignment at no additional cost ** ---- please ask for access if you are interested
Preview of C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Response) Graphic Organizer

C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Response) Graphic Organizer

The C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Response) Graphic Organizer has been designed to help students organize their claim and use evidence to support their beliefs while fully supporting their claim. Simple, but highly useful! Included in the purchase are: C.E.R. (Claim, Evidence, Response) Graphic Organizer
Preview of Physical Features and Landforms Worksheets

Physical Features and Landforms Worksheets

The Physical Features and Landforms Worksheets are formative assessments used to reinforce introductory geography lessons. Included in the purchase are: Physical Features and Landforms (vocabulary) Worksheet, Physical Features and Landforms (fill-in-the-blank) Worksheet, and Answer Keys for each.
Preview of Reason for the Seasons Worksheet

Reason for the Seasons Worksheet

The Reason for the Seasons Worksheet is a formative assessment used to reinforce introductory geography lessons. Included in the purchase are: Reason for the Seasons Worksheet and Answer Key.
Preview of Sumerian Cuneiform Writing Mini-Project

Sumerian Cuneiform Writing Mini-Project

The Sumerian Cuneiform Writing Mini-Project is designed as an extension activity to reinforce lessons taught in class. The final assessment can be drawn on paper or pressed into clay. Included in the purchase are: Sumerian Cuneiform Writing Mini-Project (directions and alphabet)
Preview of “Treaty of Paris (1783) - end of the American Revolution” Reading

“Treaty of Paris (1783) - end of the American Revolution” Reading

“Treaty of Paris (1783)” is a reading that summarizes the conclusion of the American Revolution. This is one of fifteen assignments/activities in the “American Revolution Collection” series of formative assessments that I have designed as an introduction and/or review to classroom discussions.  This reading includes vocabulary matching, short answer, and a mini-research question. Included in the purchase are:  “Treaty of Paris (1783)” - Digital Copy - Google Classroom friendly “Treaty of Paris (
Preview of CER Checklist / Graphic Organizer

CER Checklist / Graphic Organizer

The C.E.R. ( Claim Evidence Response) Checklist / Graphic Organizer is designed to simply the process of writing short-form essays – subject material does not matter. Color coding allows for a fool-proof, easy to organize, student-friendly simple-essay writing tool. Students are then able to refine their thoughts, organize their writing, and combine the sections BEFORE typing the final product.
Preview of Sumerian Cuneiform Writing Activity

Sumerian Cuneiform Writing Activity

The Sumerian Cuneiform Writing Activity has been redesigned as an extension activity to reinforce lessons taught in class. I have recreated the activity on Google Slides for use in a traditional classroom (printed worksheet) as well as for better integration in the digital classroom. A final assessment can be drawn on paper, dragged/dropped on Google Slides, or even pressed into clay. Included in the purchase are: Sumerian Cuneiform Writing Assignment introduction page, a printable worksheet, an
Preview of GRAPES of Ancient Civilizations Unit Bundle

GRAPES of Ancient Civilizations Unit Bundle

The GRAPES of Ancient Civilizations Unit Bundle (Notes, Graphic Organizer, Station work, Map, StudyGuide, Quiz, and Test) is a complete lesson (5-7 days) designed to teach, reinforce, and assess the basic fundamentals of the GRAPES of Ancient River Valley Civilizations. Included in the purchase are: - GRAPES Notes*and handout - Ancient River Valley Civilization Map (answer key included) - GRAPES StudyGuide (answer key included) - GRAPES Stations, Graphic Organizer, and individual sheets (answer
Preview of Declaration of Independence: Break-Up Letter Activity

Declaration of Independence: Break-Up Letter Activity

The “Declaration of Independence: Break-Up Letter” Activity is a unique take on the old and possibly boring classroom lecture on the Declaration of Independence. Introduce the Activity by reading the “Break-Up Letter” example - set up the letter as an actual letter between two people. After the setup, have students read through a simplified version of the Declaration (included) and select grievances that interest them – Personally, I use a think-pair-share method. Once the Declaration is read an
Preview of “United States Map (1783)” after the American Revolution (Treaty of Paris)

“United States Map (1783)” after the American Revolution (Treaty of Paris)

The “United States Map (1783)” is a printable map that has been designed as an introduction to the early United States of America and acquired territories (Treaty of Paris) after the American Revolution. Please note that an answer key is NOT included with this purchase. Included in the purchase are:  “United States Map (1783)” - Digital Copy + I would strongly recommend downloading as a .pdf + Post the .pdf in Google Classroom“United States Map (1783)” - Printable Copy - preformatted for
Preview of Oregon Trail Tracker

Oregon Trail Tracker

Included in this purchase is a Oregon Trail extension; this activity is appropriate for most Westward Expansion lessons/modules. The Original Oregon Trail is now FREE and run on an emulator that most schools filter allow - the link is included on the activity. Students are required to complete the worksheet (created in Google Slides) and turn it in when completed. This is a fun activity and a toss back to when computer games were a lot simpler and allows students to play and learn about life
Preview of Egyptian Hieroglyphics Writing Mini-Project

Egyptian Hieroglyphics Writing Mini-Project

The Egyptian Hieroglyphics Writing Mini-Project is designed as an extension activity to reinforce lessons taught in class. The final assessment can be drawn on paper (cartouche included) or pressed into clay. Included in the purchase are: Egyptian Hieroglyphics Writing Mini-Project (directions and alphabet), an example/practice, and a Cartouche.
Preview of American Revolution Netflix Project

American Revolution Netflix Project

The Revolutionary War Netflix Project is researched-based summative assessment used to reinforce the main causes and consequences of the American Revolution. Teams have a choice of four major events: Boston Massacre, Shot Heard ‘Round the World, Declaration of Independence, and the Treaty of Paris (1783). Once the major event is chosen, the team works collaboratively, completing the graphic organizer (included), and gathering the necessary information to complete the NETFLIX Project. Teams inco
Preview of “Elements of Culture and Society” Reading

“Elements of Culture and Society” Reading

The “Elements of Culture and Society” is a reading that summarizes the major components of culture and society. This is a formative assessment that I have designed as an introduction and/or review to classroom discussions. This reading includes vocabulary matching, short answers, and constructed response questions. Included in the purchase are:  “Elements of Culture and Society” - Digital Copy - Google Classroom friendly “Elements of Culture and Society” - Printable Copy - preformatted for pri
Preview of "New Empires in the Americas - 1400-1700” - Module 2 Collection

"New Empires in the Americas - 1400-1700” - Module 2 Collection

“Module 2 – New Empires in the Americas - 1400-1700” is an entire module collection - a map, four classic guided reading activities, and four lesson quizzes (answer key included). The guided readings and quizzes have been designed to work BEST with the HMH (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt) United States History: Beginnings to 1914 Textbook (ISBN 978-0-544-66884-3). These activities can be used as an introduction and/or review to classroom discussions and notes.  Included in the purchase are:  - 1 M
Preview of Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean Islands Vocabulary Sheet

Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean Islands Vocabulary Sheet

The Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean Islands Vocabulary Sheet (chapters 7) is designed to best work with the Discovering World Geography (McGraw Hill) textbook. Included in the purchase are: Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean Islands (chapter 7) vocabulary sheet and crossword, and Answer Key. Item pictured is ONLY an example, actual worksheet corresponds with the appropriate title.
Preview of Three Branches of Government

Three Branches of Government

This is a quick reference guide for the THREE BRANCHES OF GOVERNMENT.  If you enjoy this resource, please browse my entire store.  I have created assignments, projects, webquests, investigations, etc. for ALL grade levels across multiple curriculums (social studies, science, English, etc.).  I am constantly adding new material, please check back often.
Preview of Federalist versus Anti Federalist Graph

Federalist versus Anti Federalist Graph

Include is a simple comparative chart of the beliefs of Federalist and Anti Federalists.
Preview of “America, Africa, and Europe before 1500” - Module 1 Collection

“America, Africa, and Europe before 1500” - Module 1 Collection

“Module 1 – America, Africa, and Europe before 1500” is an entire module collection - a map, four classic guided reading activities, four lesson quizzes (answer key included), and a comprehensive project (instruction and rubric included). The guided readings and quizzes have been designed to work BEST with the HMH (Houghton Mifflin Harcourt) United States History: Beginnings to 1914 Textbook (ISBN 978-0-544-66884-3). These activities can be used as an introduction and/or review to classroom
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20-year professional educator - 9 years in high school - 11 years in middle school

Teaching style

Project-based lessons that allow students to express their intelligences in a multitude of ways.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Recognized as an outstanding educator in South East Wisconsin (2017-2018).

My own education history

Graduate of Bay College Community College / Graduate of Carthage College (Magna Cum Laude)

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20-year professional educator / 22-year coach / Avid paintballer and gamer!