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We have a combined 20 years of experience as educators. We both began our respective careers as English teachers and later made the switch to school counsellors. We both work with high school students.
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"The Most Dangerous Game" Short Story Digital Escape Room
Use this digital escape as an engaging way to review short story terms with your students. This “The Most Dangerous Game” themed escape room will challenge students to use their knowledge of the short story and short story terms to solve three puzzles and escape General Zaroff and Ship Trap Island! In addition to the story ( full text can be found here), this escape room also requires students to have an understanding of the following literary terms: IronyForeshadowingMetaphorProtagonistPlot Di
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories
CCSS, TEKS
RL.9-10.5
, RL.11-12.3
, RL.11-12.4
+18
The Glass Castle Reading Quizzes - Covers Entire Book! 4 Quizzes & 4 Answer Keys
Ready to go printable reading quizzes questions for all five parts of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. Resource includes 4 Quizzes and 4 Answer Keys: Quiz #1: pages 1-62; 15 multiple choice questions; 2 short answer questions Quiz #2: pages 62-125; 15 multiple choice questions; 2 short answer questions Quiz #3: pages 129-241; 15 multiple choice questions; 2 short answer questions Quiz #4: pages 245-288; 10 multiple choice questions; 2 short answer questions Quizzes and Answer Keys are in
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
Also included in: The Glass Castle Book and Film Full Unit Bundle
Truth & Reconciliation Lesson + Activity Bundle - Orange Shirt Day
DescriptionThis bundle contains 7 Indigenous-focused resources to help you teach about residential schools, Orange Shirt Day, and Truth and Reconciliation through the study of two short stories, one poem, one spoken word piece, and one short film. Included in this bundle: 1. "Borders" by Thomas King - Short Story Comprehension Questions Comprehension questions handout to accompany the short story "Borders" by Thomas King. The handout has 10 discussion questions and asks students to answer in
9th - 12th
Canadian History, English Language Arts
"I'm Not the Indian You Had in Mind" by Thomas King Activities + Answer Key
"I'm Not the Indian You Had in Mind" by Canadian First Nations author Thomas King is a spoken word poetry piece that challenges racial stereotypes of First Nations Peoples. This activity bundle includes a pre-reading brainstorm worksheet for students, the spoken word poem itself, and 6 follow up discussion questions, and answer key. Also included is an accompanying presentation with a discussion about the spoken word piece. This lesson pairs well with the video version of piece, found here: ht
9th - 12th
Canadian History, English Language Arts, Poetry
Also included in: Truth & Reconciliation Lesson + Activity Bundle - Orange Shirt Day
"I Lost My Talk" by Rita Joe Activity Bundle & Residential Schools Presentation
Indigenous Canadian Literature and History LessonThis resource includes the following: a brief presentation on the history of residential schools in Canadadiscussion questions handout for the Canadian poem "I Lost My Talk" by Rita Joediscussion question answer keypresentation that goes through the poem and author history, as well as a line-by-line poem analysis.While the history of residential schools is Canadian-based, this would still work as a lesson for any teacher wishing to dive into the t
9th - 12th
Canadian History, English Language Arts, Social Studies
Also included in: Truth & Reconciliation Lesson + Activity Bundle - Orange Shirt Day
"Totem" by Thomas King Resource Bundle + Answer Keys
This bundle includes two resources to be used with Thomas King's short story, "Totem". "Totem" is a great piece of Canadian literature that highlights the racism experienced by Indigenous Peoples of Canada, through use of symbols, irony, and allegory. Resource #1: Discussion questions handout to accompany the short story "Totem" by Thomas King. The handout has 6 discussion questions and asks students to answer in full sentences, with reference to the text. These would work well as an individual
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Canadian History, English Language Arts, Short Stories
Indian Horse Chapter Questions & Answer Keys - 127 Questions Total!
Comprehensive chapter questions for all 56 chapters of Richard Wagamese's novel, Indian Horse. The resource includes 127 chapter questions of varied skill and ability. Full answer keys included. These chapter questions would work well as an individual or group activity, assessment, or as a homework assignment. Indian Horse is a powerful piece of Canadian literature that explores themes of family and tradition, cultural genocide, abuse and trauma, and racism and prejudice. Content warning: India
9th - 12th
Canadian History, English Language Arts, Native Americans
"Secret Path" Lesson Plan and Viewing Guide
This resource will guide teachers through activities, lessons, and discussions to go along with the animated film, "Secret Path" by Gord Downie and Jeff Lemire. Students will discuss the history of Canadian residential schools and the impact that they have had and continue to have on Indigenous Peoples of Canada. Resource includes:Lesson plan/guide for teachersGraffiti Wall Activity for students (30 minutes)Residential Schools Discussion and Lesson (30 minutes)"Secret Path" intro, during viewing
9th - 12th
Canadian History, English Language Arts, Poetry
Also included in: Truth & Reconciliation Lesson + Activity Bundle - Orange Shirt Day
A Midsummer Night's Dream - Complete Unit Resource Bundle
This bundle contains 10 resources that make up a complete unit of resources to go along with a class reading of William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. New to the play? Don't want to re-invent the wheel? Let us save you hours of time with these ready-to-go assignments, quizzes, projects, and handouts. Please click on individual assignments for thumbnails and/or previews. You choose how you read the play with your students, and we provide you will all the resources you need to teach
9th - 12th
Literature, Reading, Writing
CCSS, TEKS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+105
"The Landlady" Short Story Digital Escape Room
"The Landlady" by Roald Dahl Short Story Digital Escape RoomUse this digital escape as an engaging way to review short story terms with your students. This “The Landlady” themed escape room will challenge students to use their knowledge of the short story, plot diagram, and vocabulary words to solve three puzzles to help Billy Weaver escape the evil Landlady! This activity is NO-PREP! There is nothing to make, print, cut, laminate, clues to hide, buy, or locks to set. Everything is ready for you
8th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in: "The Landlady" Short Story Resource Bundle - Includes Escape Room!
Lord of the Flies Unit Bundle - Complete Novel Study
This bundle contains 12 resources that make up a complete novel study unit for William Golding's Lord of the Flies. New to the book? Don't want to re-invent the wheel? Let us save you hours of time with these ready-to-go assignments, quizzes, projects, handouts, and a trivia review game. Please click on individual assignments for thumbnails and/or previews. Included in this bundle: 1. Survivor Group ActivityThis resource is a fun, quick, group activity that requires students to work together
9th - 12th
Literature, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+71
"Borders" by Thomas King - Short Story Comprehension Questions
Comprehension questions handout to accompany the short story "Borders" by Thomas King. The handout has 10 discussion questions and asks students to answer in full sentences, with reference to the text. These would work well as an individual or group activity, or as a homework assignment. "Borders" is a great piece of Canadian literature that explores themes of pride, personal identity, forced assimilation, and generational differences experienced by Indigenous Peoples of Canada. Resource is in
7th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in: Truth & Reconciliation Lesson + Activity Bundle - Orange Shirt Day
"The Tell Tale Heart" Short Story Digital Escape Room - Great Halloween Activity
DescriptionUse this digital escape room activity as an engaging way to review Edgar Allan Poe's "The Tell-Tale Heart" with your students. This themed escape room will challenge students to use their knowledge of the short story and literary terms to solve three puzzles and escape their own guilt and the sound of the beating heart! In addition to the story (full text can be found online), this escape room also requires students to have a basic understanding of the following literary terms: Irony
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.9-10.5
, RL.11-12.3
, RL.11-12.4
+6
"The Landlady" Short Story Resource Bundle - Includes Escape Room!
"The Landlady" Short Story Resource Bundle This bundle contains 3 resources to go along with a class reading of Roald Dahl's short story "The Landlady." Included in this bundle: 1. "The Landlady" Textual Evidence Worksheet & Writing ResponseThis two-part resource first asks students to find examples from the short story "The Landlady" that create suspense. Students will then use this sheet to assist in a related writing response. 2. "The Landlady" Comprehension Questions - 10 QuestionsReady to
8th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
The Glass Castle Book and Film Full Unit Bundle
This full unit bundle contains 7 resources for teaching the popular memoir, The Glass Castle. It includes formative and summative assessments, including projects, writing assignments, quizzes, quote and character analysis, and film comparison activities. Resources included:Character Traits Chart and Family Tree ProjectThis Character Traits Chart asks students to identify three character traits for each member of the Walls family. They need to find evidence from the text that demonstrates each
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+56
Lord of the Flies Vocabulary, Chapter Questions, and Quizzes Bundle
Lord of the Flies Vocabulary, Chapter Questions, and Quizzes BundleThis bundle contains the following two resources: 1. Vocabulary and chapter questions for all chapters of Lord of the FliesEach chapter has 3-5 vocabulary words and 5 questions of varied levels of complexity. 2. Lord of the Flies Quizzes for Each ChapterQuizzes are split into 3 chapters each: Quiz 1: Chapters 1-3 - 10 vocabulary matching & 10 short answer questions Quiz 2: Chapters 4-6 - 10 vocabulary matching & 5 short answe
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
A Midsummer Night's Dream Acts 1-5 Quizzes & Answer Keys - Vocab & Short Answer
Ready-to-go quizzes for each act of A Midsummer Night's Dream by William Shakespeare.ANSWER KEYS ARE INCLUDED!Each act quiz has quote vocabulary questions, asking students to match vocabulary words from the play to their dictionary definition. Additionally, each quiz contains plot comprehension questions of varied complexity. This resource pairs well with our A Midsummer Night's Dream Comprehension Questions and Vocabulary Worksheets. Quizzes are in PDF format and ready-to-print! This resour
8th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in: A Midsummer Night's Dream - Complete Unit Resource Bundle
"Totem" by Thomas King - Short Story Symbolism Chart & Answer Key
Printable symbolism chart to be used with Thomas King's short story, "Totem". This resource includes a detailed answer key. Students will need to identify the symbolism behind 9 objects, character, or events from the story, and will have the option of filling in a 10th response of their choosing. NEW: Now includes full answer key! "Totem" is a great piece of short Canadian literature highlighting the racism that Indigenous Peoples of Canada have experiences, through the use of allegory. Terms of
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories
Also included in: "Totem" by Thomas King Resource Bundle + Answer Keys
Romeo and Juliet Bundle - Complete Unit
This bundle contains 11 resources that make up a complete unit of resources to go along with a class reading of William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet. New to the play? Don't want to re-invent the wheel? Let us save you hours of time with these ready-to-go assignments, quizzes, projects, and handouts. Please click on individual assignments for thumbnails and/or previews. You choose how you read the play with your students, and we provide you will all the resources you need to teach a complet
9th - 12th
Literature, Reading, Writing
CCSS, TEKS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+105
English Year-End Review Escape Room
Looking for a fun and engaging year-end activity to help students review concepts they have learned in English? Use this digital escape room as an engaging way to review material. This escape room requires students to have an understanding of the following material: Definitions:Antagonist Irony Setting Flashback Conflict Static Character Dynamic Character Symbol Point of View (first-person, second-person, third-person objective, third-person omniscient) Climax Flat Character Alliteration Hyperbo
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Poetry, Short Stories
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
+5
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About the store
Experience
We have a combined 20 years of experience as educators. We both began our respective careers as English teachers and later made the switch to school counsellors. We both work with high school students.
Teaching style
As educators, we believe in challenging students to think about their own experiences, passions, and stories in order to influence course content and make it relevant and meaningful for the students. We believe that learning should be hands-on and experiential wherever possible. We recognize the necessity of creating inclusive learning environments that allow diverse learners to thrive and reinforce that culture of acceptance, openness, and inclusivity. As counsellors, we have both worked to build safe spaces where we treat students with unconditional positive regard, respect, and empathy.
Awards & shining teacher moments
One time we bought each other mugs that said "World's Best Teacher".
My own education history
We both have the following degrees: B.A. in English, B.Ed. in Secondary English, and M.Ed. in School Counselling.
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