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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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"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:Â 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:Â 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
"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:Â Truth & Reconciliation Lesson + Activity Bundle - Orange Shirt Day
"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
"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:Â "Totem" by Thomas King Resource Bundle + Answer Keys
Romeo and Juliet: Through a Mental Health Lens Lesson Bundle
Warning: Romeo & Juliet: Through a Mental Health Lens Lesson Bundle: this mental health series of lessons is designed to teach Romeo & Juliet with mental health at the forefront. Romeo & Juliet deals with suicide and suicidal ideation, which some might find disturbing. Although it is often referred to as a great love story, Romeo & Juliet is a tragedy where the title characters die by suicide. This series of resources is designed to support teachers in the difficult conversation about suici
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, School Counseling
Macbeth Resource Bundle
This bundle contains 9 resources that are all ready-to-go for your Macbeth unit. Check out our store for more info about each individual resource, including previews! Contained in the bundle:Introduction to Macbeth PresentationThis resource is a presentation for students to introduce them to Shakespeare and Macbeth. In 14 slides, it gives a brief overview on Shakespeare's life; goes over the difference between comedies, tragedies, and histories; gives some context for when/where Macbeth was writ
9th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
The Glass Castle Mapping Project
The Glass Castle Mapping Project To be used alongside the memoir The Glass Castle by Jeannette WallsThis assignment asks students to map out the Walls’ family journey. Students will pick five locations, starting from Jeannette’s birth all the way until New York City. Students will draw; produce a collage, or a combination of both to create a map of the various places the family has lived throughout Jeannette’s upbringing. Students are also asked to also consider how each stop in the family’s jou
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
Also included in:Â The Glass Castle Book and Film Full Unit Bundle
"Totem" by Thomas King - Short Story Questions & Answer Key
Discussion questions and answer key 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. The answer key is detailed. These would work well as an individual or group activity, or as a homework assignment. "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. FREE BONUS: The p
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in:Â "Totem" by Thomas King Resource Bundle + Answer Keys
Lord of the Flies Island Survivor Activity
This resource is a fun, quick, group activity that requires students to work together and brainstorm how they could survive on a desert island using only the "supplies" they already have on their person. We like to use it as a fun way to get students engaged and thinking before starting the Lord of the Flies novel study. Printable pdf handout that is ready to go for use in your classroom. Terms of Use Thank you so much for trusting us to contribute to your classroom. The purchase of a license i
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
Also included in:Â Lord of the Flies Unit Bundle - Complete Novel Study
Poetry Terms Presentation, Fill-In-The-Blanks Notes, and Quiz
No-prep poetry terms lesson/review and quiz!This resource contains presentation slides, a fill-in-the-blanks notes handout, and a 20-question matching quiz (with answer key) for the following poetic terms: AlliterationCoupletEpicFree VerseForeshadowingHyperboleImageryVerbal IronyDramatic IronySituational IronyLineLyric PoemMetaphorNarrative PoetryOnomatopoeiaPersonificationRepetitionRhyme SchemeRhythmSimileSpeakerStanzaSymbolThemeToneEach file comes in PDF format. The presentation is 12 slides;
8th - 11th
English Language Arts, Poetry
CCSS, TEKS
CCRA.L.4
, CCRA.L.5
, CCRA.L.6
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The Glass Castle In-Depth Quote Analysis - 18 Questions Total
Thoughtful, detailed, and in-depth quote analysis questions for all five parts of The Glass Castle by Jeannette Walls. The questions ask students to do a close-reading of different passages from The Glass Castle and to answer the related questions with specific reference to the text. These quote analysis questions could easily be split up for in-class writing responses or quizzes, individual or group work, class discussions, homework, or final assessments. This resource is in PDF and WORD form
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS, TEKS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.4
, RL.11-12.1
 +39
Also included in:Â The Glass Castle Book and Film Full Unit Bundle
A Midsummer Night's Dream - Identifying Quotations Assignment
This resource gives students an opportunity to identify key quotations from the William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. Each quotation has at least one question about the speaker, context, significance, etc. There are 30 questions total in this resource.PDF format for ready-to-go printing.Could be used as an open or closed-book style quiz, homework assignment, group activity, or summative assessment.This resource is also available at a discounted price in our A Midsummer Night's Dream
8th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in:Â A Midsummer Night's Dream - Complete Unit Resource Bundle
Romeo and Juliet Comprehension Questions - Acts 1-5 - 98 Questions Total!
Ready to go printable comprehension questions for all acts of Romeo and Juliet. 98 questions in total of varied complexity. These could easily be used for individual work, group work, quizzes, or final assessments. This resource is in PDF format. Terms of Use Thank you so much for trusting us to contribute to your classroom. The purchase of a license is for a single educator to use with their students only. Sharing this resource with other educators without purchasing an additional license is a
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in:Â Romeo and Juliet Bundle - Complete Unit
Lord of the Flies Character Poster Assignment
Lord of the Flies Character PosterThis assignment asks students to choose a character from Lord of the Flies; either draw or find an appropriate image for him; and identify key attributes, including evidence from the text. The image and attributes can then be arranged into a visually-appealing poster. No prep required for this assignment. Just print or send the outline to students and you are ready to go! Resource is in PDF format, and would be appropriate for either face-to-face classes, virtu
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.3
, RL.9-10.10
 +33
Also included in:Â Lord of the Flies Unit Bundle - Complete Novel Study
A Midsummer Night's Dream Vocabulary Worksheets - Acts 1-5 - 49 Questions Total!
A Midsummer Night's Dream Vocabulary Worksheets This resource invites students to use prior knowledge and contextual clues from the play to identify vocabulary words prior to looking up the dictionary definitions.PDF format for ready-to-go printing.Could be used as in-class worksheet, homework assignment, group activity, or summative assessment.This resource is also available at a discounted price in our A Midsummer Night's Dream Complete Resource Bundle. Terms of Use Thank you so much for t
8th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in:Â A Midsummer Night's Dream - Complete Unit Resource Bundle
The Glass Castle Novel Study - Character Traits Chart and Family Tree Project
The Glass Castle Novel Study Character Traits ChartThis resource contains a handout that 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 trait, as well as give some context or explanation for each quote. This character trait chart can be used as a standalone resource or as a planning sheet for the Family Tree Project. Family Tree ProjectThis assignment asks students to create a family tree post
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS, TEKS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.11-12.1
, CCRA.R.1
 +19
Also included in:Â The Glass Castle Book and Film Full Unit Bundle
Indian Horse Film and Book Comparison Activities
Indian Horse Film and Book Comparison ActivitiesThis activity is meant for students who have both read and watched the film adaptation of Indian Horse. This PDF resource contains two reflective writing prompts (general reflection on the film adaptation and consideration of how the differences may affect the story), and a Venn diagram for students to complete. All you need to do is print, and you are ready to go! Terms of Use Thank you so much for trusting us to contribute to your classroom. T
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.3
, RL.11-12.1
 +16
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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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