This is the free promo video for my new product The Reader's Trace which is a handbook for teachers who wish to use text coding and annotating to boost engagement and reading comprehension in the classroom. Included in the program are quick-start guides, an extensive library of text codes, all the forms and worksheets I use in my classroom, and differentiated stories for practice. https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Close-Reading-Program-Text-Codes-Annotations-The-Readers-Trace-407482
4th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
This is a free video preview for all elementary, middle grades, and secondary teachers, regardless of discipline. Provide your students explicit instruction in the many forms of knowledge and reinforce the fact that all concepts have interdisciplinary aspects.
This ain't yo daddy's plot diagram! This is the most advanced and best story mountain available. I've fused the traditional plot diagram (Freytag's Pyramid) with a three-level story mountain to inspire thematic exploration in fictional and non-fictional narratives. This video will get you started today!
5th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
FREE
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About the store
Experience
I've been teaching language arts in the middle grades for 25 years!
Teaching style
High-energy, creative, and inter-disciplinary.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I recently received a grant for using shadow puppets in the classroom.
My own education history
I received a Master of Arts in Teaching Secondary English degree from Quinnipiac in 1996.
Additional biographical information
In my spare time I enjoy rocking out in cover bands! Not that I have much spare time...
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