Explore Engage Educate
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Tinton Falls, New Jersey, United States
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Welcome to Explore Engage Educate! I am a current 6th grade teacher who is passionate about creating rigorous yet engaging activities that students will learn from while enjoying themselves. I have taught fifth and sixth grade in the U.S. and served as a school interventionist for grades 4-6. I have also taught English to secondary school students in the U.K.
My goal is to share my ideas so that they may enrich your classroom learning and engage your students!
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EDITABLE Classroom Team Jobs (+ Insert Your Bitmoji!)
Looking for an EFFECTIVE way to implement class jobs? Using team jobs promotes teamwork and leadership skills. Each team has multiple different jobs they are to complete, but unlike individual jobs, they get to work together to hold each other accountable in teams. What is included in this product:5 EDITABLE Jobs:Team 1 - technology team Team 2 - clean up crew Team 3 - organization squad Team 4 - kindness club Team 5 - teacher's assistants Each job contains 4 different versions, where you are g
K - 8th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Also included in: Classroom Routines & Management Starter Pack BUNDLE!
How to Choose the Right Book (Slides + Anchor Chart)
Students often struggle with choosing books that are a good fit, not just for their reading level, but also for their likes and interests. Therefore, at the beginning of the school year, it is important that teachers spend time talking about and practicing how to select "just right" books. Use thus “Things Good Readers Do” product in your classroom to help model and teach students the 5 steps students should take to determine those “just right” books for them. What is included in this product:
2nd - 8th
English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies
First/Last Day of School Picture Poster (Grades K-8)
Capture special memories with these First and Last Day of School Photo Signs! These printable posters are perfect for back-to-school and end-of-year photos, whether you're taking pictures of your students, your class, or your own child. Simply print and use the signs as a fun photo prop to celebrate the start and end of the school year. What’s IncludedFirst & Last Day of School PostersPrintable signs for Kindergarten through 8th Grade3 color options: black, blue, and light pink/redTerms of Use p
K - 8th
Classroom Community
The Writing Process Posters/Slides (+ Include Your Bitmoji!)
Teaching students about the writing process provides them with structure and guidance when beginning a new writing piece. Use this product as posters that you can hang around your room, or teach your students with them in a slideshow format! What is included in this product: 5 Writing Process Slides (+Intro Slide):Slide 1 = Intro slideSlide 2 = PrewritingSlide 3 = DraftingSlide 4 = RevisingSlide 5 = EditingSlide 6 = Publishing Each slide is written in a colorful and creative format that expl
1st - 12th
English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays
CCSS
W.1.5
, W.1.6
, W.2.5
+18
Elements of Plot Chart/Writing Practice (+DIGITAL Version!)
Developing a solid understanding of the elements of plot is essential for our students to follow and fully comprehend the fictional stories they read. Before students can understand how these elements contribute to the overall meaning and effect of a story, they must first be able to identify each element of a plot individually! Each year, my students need to be reminded of the elements of plot. Post this colorful anchor chart in your room to teach and remind students of the major components
2nd - 8th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
CCSS
RL.2.7
, RL.3.9
, RL.4.5
+4
Independent Reading Response Choice Board (DIGITAL Format!)
Choice Boards provide students with the power to choose “how” to learn a particular subject or concept. Use this fully digitalized choice board whenever you are looking to give your students a fun and engaging way to practice independent reading response for any novel. Google Docs makes it easy to use this Choice Board however you like and includes many different response options! What is included in this product: EDITABLE Google Doc Choice Board:21 Independent Reading Fiction Response Activi
3rd - 8th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Reading
Fiction/Nonfiction Genres: Slides, Prints & Anchor Charts!
Teaching genre helps students identify their reading preferences and will equip them to select books they will enjoy reading. Start your year using this detailed and descriptive product to teach your students about the many genres of fiction and nonfiction. Genres included:Fiction: realistic fictionmysteryfantasyhistorical fictionadventure/ survivalhumorscience fictionhorror/thrillerclassicFolktale: tall tale fairy talelegend fablemythology Nonfiction historicalscientifictechnicalautobiograph
3rd - 8th
Informational Text, Literature
CCSS
RL.3.10
, RL.4.10
, RL.5.10
+3
Garfield Reading Attitude Survey - Fully DIGITAL Automatic Scoring!
This 20 question Elementary Reading Attitude Survey provides a quick indication of student attitudes toward reading. Each item presents a statement about reading, followed by four pictures of Garfield. Administer this FULLY DIGITIZED Google Form version of the survey in the beginning of the year to make administering, collecting, and scoring quick and easy! What is included in this product: Garfield Reading Attitude Survey Materials:Student attitude survey Google FormTeacher survey direction
1st - 6th
English Language Arts, Reading
"Setting + Somebody Wanted But So Then" Fiction Summarizing Strategy
Use this fully digitized product to help teach your students how to summarize with explicit strategy instruction and the Disney Pixar Short “Pip!” Students can then apply and practice the strategy in their own independent reading books with a provided Google Form. What is included in this product: EDITABLE Summarizing Lesson and PracticeGoogle Slides anchor chart, utilizing the strategy: Setting + Somebody Wanted But So Then Modeled practice is based off of the Disney Pixar Short “Pip” Prin
3rd - 6th
English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.4.2
, RL.5.2
, RL.6.2
+1
Vocabulary Strategies Anchor Chart + Slideshow (EDITABLE)
Explicit instruction in word-learning strategies gives students tools for independently determining the meanings of unfamiliar words that have not been explicitly introduced in class. Since students encounter so many unfamiliar words in their reading, any help provided by such strategies can be useful. Use this fully digitized anchor chart/slideshow of 6 vocabulary strategies (+ to challenge strategies) to teach your students how to tackle words anytime, anywhere! What is included in this pro
3rd - 8th
English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Vocabulary
CCSS
RL.3.4
, RL.4.4
, RL.5.4
+14
Accountable Talk Posters/Printout (+ include your BITMOJI!)
To effectively promote learning, students must have sound oracy skills - these accountable talk posters and printouts (which include question stems) will help to promote oracy in your classroom by encouraging students to engage in product conversations that promote learning! What is included in this product: 6 11 x 8 in. Accountable Talk Posters (with addable Bitmojis on each page): When you AGREEWhen you DISAGREEWhen you’re CLARIFYINGWhen you’re ASKINGWhen you’re EXPLAININGWhen you’re CONNEC
3rd - 8th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Thanksgiving Writing Choice Board (DIGITAL & Print!)
Use this fully digitalized choice board this fall to provide your with students a fun and engaging way to practice learning about and writing about Thanksgiving! Google Slides makes it easy to use this Choice Board however you like. Plus, this product includes descriptive hyperlinks to help the students complete the activities! What is included in this product: EDITABLE Thanksgiving Google Slides Choice Board:9 Thanksgiving writing prompts:LetterNewspaper ArticleAcrostic PoemThankful ListTra
3rd - 8th
Creative Writing
EDITABLE Bitmoji Self-Assessment Posters & Google Form
Using the following self-assessment posters to help students measure their understanding of content taught in class. Students simply rate their understanding on a 1 to 4 scale to show you (and themselves) how they are progressing with the information. What is included in this product: 4 EDITABLE Bitmoji Self Assessment Posters:1 - Novice 2 - Apprentice 3 - Master 4 - Expert + a matching digital Google Form assessment for students to complete! These posters are available in both PPT AND G
1st - 8th
For All Subjects
Parts of Speech Anchor Chart, Posters, & Printout (+ EDITABLE anchor chart)
Display this “Parts of Speech” anchor chart and individual posters in your classroom to help remind students of the 9 important parts of speech. Or, use them as a student printout to be put into binders. Both anchor chart versions can be used digitally, too! What is included in this product: Parts of Speech Anchor Chart + Printout:PDF & editable Google Slides Anchor chartPDF & editable Google Slides Black and white student versions9 PDF individual parts of speech posters9 Parts of Speech incl
2nd - 12th
English Language Arts, Grammar
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
U.S. Map Poster & Activities (DIGITAL & PRINT Versions)
There are multiple ways that you can use this US Map product! Print the map poster and hang it in your room, have your students practice filling in the blank maps/handouts, and more! These colorful and classy maps are a beautiful change up from the classic US maps we are given in textbooks. What is included in this product: US Map Poster, Handout, and Activities:Slides 1&2 = filled in US map posterSlides 3&4 = blank US maps to be filled in by studentsSlides 5&6 = filled in list of alphabetica
2nd - 12th
Geography, Social Studies, U.S. History
Classroom Management System - Class Pledge/Oath Activity!
This classroom management activity/system will allow you to develop a class oath with your students that you can reference and pledge to throughout the year! Keep students accountable throughout the year in a way that is meaningful and engaging. What is included in this product: Classroom Oath/Pledge Activity:Directions about how to use this activity and manage the system6 classroom oath question posters 6 classroom oath stem questionsClassroom oath exampleClassroom oath templatesStudent sig
2nd - 8th
Classroom Community
Absent Board Classroom Management System
Looking for a simple yet effective way to keep track of absent/make up work? Using this classroom management system will help you to simply and effectively keep track of absent/make up work while also promoting accountability! What is included in this product: Absent Board Classroom Management System:Directions about how to use this product and manage the systemAbsent board poster Absent board worksheet (multiple versions) There are multiple versions of the worksheet in both color and black
1st - 12th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
FREE Nonfiction Text Structure Anchor Chart
Help students easily understand nonfiction text structures with this FREE Text Structure Anchor Chart! This clear, student-friendly poster introduces the five common informational text structures: description, sequence, cause & effect, compare & contrast, and problem & solution. Perfect for reading workshops, literacy centers, interactive notebooks, and classroom displays, this anchor chart supports students as they learn to identify how informational texts are organized, improving overall readi
3rd - 8th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RI.3.3
, RI.3.8
, RI.3.9
+5
Harry Potter End of Novel Creative Reading/Writing Project
Use this project to engage your students in a creative, fun, and reflect way after reading the novel, “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” What is included in this product: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Project7 creative end-of-novel project activity options and descriptionsHyperlinked examples for each optionTeacher grading rubricHarry Potter reference websites to help students complete the project When purchasing this product, you will automatically be given a copied EDITABLE
3rd - 8th
Creative Writing, Literature, Reading
Independent Reading Extension Activities (DIGITAL FORMAT)
Research shows students who read independently become better readers, score higher on achievement tests in all subject areas, and have greater content knowledge than those who do not; as reading skills improve, students are better prepared to comprehend other classroom reading materials and subjects. So why not give your students the opportunity to independently read and further extend their knowledge through engaging activities that push students to think outside-of-the-box? What is included
2nd - 8th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
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Experience
Welcome to Explore Engage Educate! I am a current 6th grade teacher who is passionate about creating rigorous yet engaging activities that students will learn from while enjoying themselves. I have taught fifth and sixth grade in the U.S. and served as a school interventionist for grades 4-6. I have also taught English to secondary school students in the U.K.
My goal is to share my ideas so that they may enrich your classroom learning and engage your students!
Teaching style
The three words I would use to describe my teaching style are: innovative, engaging, and reflective. Keeping learning engaging for my students is one of my biggest goals, so I am always looking for creative ways to do this. I also love to utilize technology and keep up with the latest educational trends so that I can incorporate new ideas into my classroom. Lastly, I understand the importance of reflecting upon my teaching, lessons, style, values, strengths/weaknesses, etc., so I encourage constant reflection amongst my students and myself. Upholding this reflective mindset helps to keep my teaching fresh and up-to-date!
My own education history
University of Delaware: Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Teaching Education / Minor in Disabilities Studies / 2nd Licensure in Middle School English
Georgian Court University: Master's of Education with a focus in Reading + Certified Reading Specialist licensure
International TEFL Academy (RQF): TQUK Level 5 Certificate in Teaching English as a Foreign Language
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