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West Hartford, Connecticut, United States
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As an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teacher, I taught all levels of English language fluency from beginners to intermediate and advanced level ESOL students. I wrote hundreds of unit plans and lesson plans!
In my career, I taught Pre-K, and K-12 level. I also taught Continuing Education for adult English as a Second Language (ESL) students and ESL courses at the Community College level. I continue to teach and share my knowledge and resources!
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Finding Providence by Avi Comprehension questions
While studying the Massachusetts Bay Colony and the Freedom of Speech, students can read Finding Providence by Avi. This packet includes comprehension questions for the entire novel. Students will learn the story of Roger Williams and the founding of Providence, Rhode Island.
3rd - 11th, Higher Education
Literature, U.S. History
The Fighting Ground by Avi Comprehension Questions
The Fighting Ground by Avi is a great way to introduce the American Revolutionary War. Students can answer comprehension questions about this historical fiction. Learn about the Minutemen, the Red Coats, and the Hessians as they enjoy the engaging plot!
5th - 12th, Higher Education
Literature, U.S. History
Charlotte's Web Comprehension Questions
Charlotte Web is an American "Classic." Your students will enjoy the story and answer the comprehension questions. They will be introduced to new vocabulary, the elements of a story and be able to share their knowledge with the class. Enjoy this lesson plan!
3rd - 12th
Graphic Organizers!
Graphic Organizers! (GO) for various lessons. These GO can help students help students identify the information from fiction and non-fiction sources. After reading the GO can be completed as a class, in small groups or individually.
3rd - 8th
Informational Text, Literature
Lighthouse Project
The Lighthouse Project is a creative project to complete after reading information about lighthouses. This is an excellent way to explore this subject. It relates to the seashore, oceans, water safety, and boating!
3rd - 8th
Skeleton Follow the Directions!
Students can Follow the Directions with the Skeleton! A fun way to celebrate Halloween, follow directions, and learn the parts of the body.
3rd - 8th
Months of the Year and Seasons
Start each day with the Months of the Year and Seasons! The ESL class can share and complete this exercise together. This is an easy and fun way for beginner ESL students to learn the Months of the Year and Seasons!
2nd - 8th
Reading
Days of the Week and Weather
Start each day with the Days of the Week and the Weather! The ESL class can share and complete this exercise together. This is an easy and fun way for beginner ESL students to learn the Days of the Week and the Weather!
2nd - 8th
Vocabulary
Halloween Journals
Student can use their imaginations while practicing writing, Using each of the Halloween Journal topics they can write an introduction, supporting details, and a conclusion for each of the five topics.
3rd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Creative Writing
Dinosaur Unit
Dinosaurs were here before us! Read, and listen to information about dinosaurs. Then your students will become experts as they research and write about their favorite dinosaur in this Dinosaur Unit!
2nd - 8th
English Language Arts, Informational Text
Friendship
Through the poem "Me and My Giant" discuss the qualities of a friend. Let's begin to learn about your classmates by interviewing and introducing them!
3rd - 6th
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About the store
Experience
As an English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) teacher, I taught all levels of English language fluency from beginners to intermediate and advanced level ESOL students. I wrote hundreds of unit plans and lesson plans!
In my career, I taught Pre-K, and K-12 level. I also taught Continuing Education for adult English as a Second Language (ESL) students and ESL courses at the Community College level. I continue to teach and share my knowledge and resources!
Teaching style
I teach students individually, in small groups and whole groups. The levels are differentiated especially for the students' English language proficiency levels. My philosophy for education is with patience and understand students will learn.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Author of a 17-book Street Rhymes Series, Short Vowels to help new readers learn to read. It is also available in a 5-book Series and a 2-book set. My latest Book is Basic English Sounds for New Readers.
As a poet, I have published four poetry books. All of my books are available on Amazon.
I was the editor, writer, and photographer for our local union newsletter. As the editor, I won first place in the CEA statewide competition for 14 years!
My own education history
BS elementary education;
MA bilingual/bicultural, ESOL
6th Year in education at various universities
Certified Teacher
Additional biographical information
Author of several education articles, books, poems, and PD topics. The topics include new readers, ESOL, and poetry.
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