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After graduating from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Middle-Level English Education in 2013, I began my teaching career in a 7th and 8th grade reading classroom. After three years in this role, I transitioned to teaching Gifted and Talented 7th grade ELA, where I dedicated the next four years of my career. Eager to enhance my expertise in curriculum development and educational technology, I earned a master’s degree in Instructional Design and Technology in 2017. In the spring of 2019, I expanded my qualifications by adding K-12 Art to my teaching certification. This led to three wonderful years teaching middle school visual arts in the suburbs of Charleston, South Carolina.
Currently, I am teaching 7th grade Gifted and Talented reading in East Cobb, near Atlanta, Georgia. My diverse teaching background equips me to provide high-quality educational lessons that you can trust and enjoy. I look forward to sharing my passion for education with you.
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ELA Thinking Tasks for Middle & High School - Year Long - Growing Bundle
Transform your ELA classroom with this yearlong bundle of Thinking Tasks inspired by Building Thinking Classrooms by Peter Liljedahl! This resource includes weekly open-ended prompts designed to promote critical thinking, collaboration, and student discourse in middle and high school English Language Arts. ✅ What’s Included:Access to all ELA Thinking Tasks created for the 2025–2026 school yearNew tasks are added regularly (currently at 50 pages)Tasks aligned to key ELA skills: inference, th
6th - 9th
Poetry, Reading, Writing
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+10
Independent Reading Journal | Literary Analysis for ANY Novel Study
Independent Reading Literary Analysis Journal 5-Week Novel Study for ANY SECONDARY ELA Text | Theme, POV, Bias, Symbolism, Argument Writing Are your students stuck in summary during independent reading? This rigorous, 5-week Independent Reading Literary Analysis Journal moves students beyond plot retelling and into deep literary thinking. Designed for advanced middle school and early high school students, this flexible novel study works with any fiction text and builds toward a strong literar
8th - 11th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+6
Reading Action Plan Project | Middle School ELA | Inspiration Board
Are you looking for a meaningful way to inspire your students to become lifelong readers? This Reading Action Plan Project is the perfect back-to-school, independent reading, or literacy motivation activity that will transform your classroom into a community of readers. This ready-to-use resource includes everything you need: ✔️ Student Worksheet with clear directions ✔️ Editable Teacher Directions to guide implementation ✔️ Rubric (100 points) in both teacher-friendly and student-friendl
5th - 8th
Reading, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
Typography - Lettering Art Project - Middle School Font Lesson Guide
This lettering project was a huge success with my middle school students! It can be used in a face-to-face, hybrid, or a virtual learning setting!This product includes:25+ slides detailing each step of this process. Basic pacing I used for my 40 minute class periods. It is totally editable as I uploaded it as the original PowerPoint file! If you want the fonts I used, I have included a PDF copy of the project! Example work Rough Drafting/Planning Worksheet PDF
5th - 12th
Art, Graphic Arts, Visual Arts
Also included in: Art Bundle - Middle School Art Lessons
Literary Diorama Project | ELA & Art Integration | Symbolism, Conflict, & Theme
3D Book Project | Literary Diorama Project | ELA & Art Integration | Symbolism, Conflict, & Theme Engage students with this hands-on literary analysis project that brings literature to life! This ELA and Art Integration activity guides students in grades 5-8 through an in-depth exploration of symbolism, conflict, and theme by designing a 3D book diorama. This standards-aligned project fosters creativity, critical thinking, and speaking skills through a visually engaging presentation. ✅
5th - 8th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RL.5.2
, RL.6.1
+15
Edgar Allan Poe - Literary Analysis - TDA - Writing Assignment - Essay -
Students will read and analyze both "Annabel Lee" and "A Dream Within a Dream" by Edgar Allan Poe. Students will read and annotate a student example literary analysis essay before writing their own essay about "Annabel Lee". I recommend pairing this activity with the following activities:⭐ Differentiated "Chunked" Essay Organizer⭐ Edgar Allan Poe Webquest - Research and explain the mystery of Poe's death⭐ Edgar Allan Poe Collaborative PosterGreat for PSSAs, SC Ready, and other tests with a TDA
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Poetry, Writing-Essays
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RL.6.2
, RL.6.3
+31
Also included in: Writing Skills Bundle
Thesis Statement Lesson: Engaging Game & Practice for Middle & High School
Mastering the Thesis Statement: Engaging Lesson, Game, and Real-Life Relevance for Students in Grades 7th-10th.Are you looking for a fun and engaging way to teach thesis statement writing to middle and high school students? This thesis statement lesson is perfect for grades 7th-10th! Packed with interactive activities, relatable examples, and an engaging game, this resource makes mastering thesis statements easy and relevant for students of all levels. What's Included:Clear, step-by-step inst
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays
CCSS
W.7.1
, W.7.1a
, W.7.1d
+14
Literary Devices Digital Notebook Short Story Unit - Ray Bradbury's "The Veldt"
Dive deep into the captivating world of Ray Bradbury's iconic short story, "The Veldt," with this comprehensive Digital Notebook Short Story Unit. Designed to engage middle school and high school students, this unit offers an immersive exploration of literary elements while harnessing the power of technology. Perfect for both in-person and virtual classrooms, this unit provides an enriching and interactive learning experience. Key Features:Plot Analysis: Uncover the intricacies of the plot as st
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.7.1
, RL.7.2
, RL.7.3
+17
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After graduating from Edinboro University of Pennsylvania with a Bachelor of Science in Middle-Level English Education in 2013, I began my teaching career in a 7th and 8th grade reading classroom. After three years in this role, I transitioned to teaching Gifted and Talented 7th grade ELA, where I dedicated the next four years of my career. Eager to enhance my expertise in curriculum development and educational technology, I earned a master’s degree in Instructional Design and Technology in 2017. In the spring of 2019, I expanded my qualifications by adding K-12 Art to my teaching certification. This led to three wonderful years teaching middle school visual arts in the suburbs of Charleston, South Carolina.
Currently, I am teaching 7th grade Gifted and Talented reading in East Cobb, near Atlanta, Georgia. My diverse teaching background equips me to provide high-quality educational lessons that you can trust and enjoy. I look forward to sharing my passion for education with you.
Teaching style
I enjoy creating my own teaching materials! I am a creative mind, and I love bringing my creativity into the classroom. I am constantly differentiating to meet the needs of my students. My lesson plans can change at any moment! I also have a passion for gamification and making standard-based learning engaging.
Additional biographical information
I was born and raised in the snowiest city in America, Erie, Pa!
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