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I taught for 35 years in the classroom - middle school and high school, in conjunction with distance learning, independent study and homeschool, and now I create resources to help teachers save time while keeping learning fun. My heart is for the new teacher trying to survive, the busy parent who desires to homeschool their student(s) and balance work, and the seasoned teacher looking for less stress in the last stretch. My high school resource supplements (college prep) are designed to make teaching simple, engaging, and stress-free — with the goal to graduate their student from high school!
Specializing in supplemental materials to support an IB curriculum, AP or Gate curriculum as well as classroom comprehensive and Alternative Education/Home School and Independent Study across various subjects, including humanities, literature, visual arts, social studies and much more. I have guided curriculum development and led successful education department initiatives in both middle school and high school.
What sets my resources apart? They’re not just well-designed—they’re tried, tested, and refined through years of classroom experience and alternative education in diverse educational settings. I’m committed to providing high-quality, engaging concise materials that inspire students towards success and make teaching a little easier for you. My resources are designed to be both practical and transformative.
Best to you!
Kay
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Mythical Creature Research Project
IDEAL FOR INDEPENDENT STUDY/DISTANCE LEARNINGSince the beginning of time, humans have used their imaginations to fill in the spaces beyond what is known with magical beasts and monsters. Stories of these creatures have persisted thousands of years into our own time. Although many people do not believe in their actual existence today, they live on through popular culture (books, films, TV shows, and video games). They are still the creatures that haunt our dreams and inspire our imagination. Ta
4th - 10th
Creative Writing, Short Stories
Short Story Poster Project Instructions (Handout)
This is FUN! project for all students to take a break from writing essay's to using their creative genius.To demonstrate your understanding of the short stories you may have read this semester (or summer reading), you will create a Literary Poster Project. Your poster should visually capture the characters, themes, conflict, and setting of the text through thoughtful design of text, imagery, and spatial layout. Think of your poster as a movie poster or a book cover. A movie poster or book cove
4th - 12th
Short Stories, Writing
"I Am" poetry project (Worksheet)
"I Am" Poem An "I Am" poem is all about you. Through it you explore and share aspects of your character and psyche. By nature, these poems are personal and revealing. It is up to you to determine what you are willing to share about yourself, but the exercise is most effective when you are most willing to share your most meaningful and personal reflections and insights. More Poetry Links Listed in my StorePoetry with Novel ConnectionsAutobiographical Vignettes - "House on Mango Street" HandoutT
3rd - 12th
Poetry, Writing
Colonialism Project - project based assignment
To compliment your Colonialism and Imperialism unit, direct each student to create a PowerPoint* presentation demonstrating a different country’s involvement in Colonialism. The objective is for the student to become an expert and teach the class the history and effects of colonialism on your country. (11) driving questions, (10) colonizing countries, and (50) Colonized Countries to research. This project may be assigned to groups of students or to individual students. TERMS OF USE Thank you fo
4th - 12th
Social Studies, World History, Writing
From Early Humans to Today (Handout)
This fun classroom history project is a visual art/history lesson for grades 5-12. May be light and informative/creative or extensive according to grade levels. Task: Think about the steps that humankind has taken in the development of society, from primitive people until today, from nomadic people to small settlements to big cities. Your assignment is to create a timeline for the development of the information noted below. Look up anthropological terms to help you create a flow chart of the
4th - 12th
Archaeology, Art History, Social Studies
Writing a Historical Biography (Unit)
In this bundle, you will receive 5 sections. Lesson and scaffolding for students to successfully write an A+ biography paper. Biography - what is it?Historical Biography ReviewIntroduction to historical biography reviewList of suggested subjectsMLA formatting notesTERMS OF USE Thank you for purchasing from my store. Please read the terms of use before distributing these materials Your purchase(s) is good for a single-teacher (or teacher team) classroom, homeschool, or independent study teacher.
4th - 12th
Reading, Writing
6 Female Leaders Who Deserve Attention (Handout)
Celebrate Women's History Month-Imagine this, the highest position of executive power is held by a woman at the time of this project. Yet throughout history, dating back to the early civilization of Sumer, women have been making moves to speak up, fight back, and take action, continuing the millennia-long battle for gender equality in leadership. From Hatshepsut in ancient Egypt and Queen of Sheba in southwestern Arabia to Catherine the Great of Russia and British royals such as Queen Elizabeth
3rd - 12th
Informational Text, Social Studies, Writing-Essays
Zora Neale Hurston - letter writing assignment
This lesson has students reading a letter written by Zora Neale Hurston who wrote the following letter to Countee Cullen, her friend, and fellow writer, in 1943. The assignment has students writing a letter to Zora Neale Hurston explaining their views on some of the issues she covered, particularly the places where you strongly agree or disagree. TERMS OF USE Thank you for purchasing from my store. Please read the terms of use before distributing these materials Your purchase(s) is good for a si
8th - 12th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Writing
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800+ Teaching Materials and Monthly Sales! To learn about my sales, click on the star and receive alerts!
I taught for 35 years in the classroom - middle school and high school, in conjunction with distance learning, independent study and homeschool, and now I create resources to help teachers save time while keeping learning fun. My heart is for the new teacher trying to survive, the busy parent who desires to homeschool their student(s) and balance work, and the seasoned teacher looking for less stress in the last stretch. My high school resource supplements (college prep) are designed to make teaching simple, engaging, and stress-free — with the goal to graduate their student from high school!
Specializing in supplemental materials to support an IB curriculum, AP or Gate curriculum as well as classroom comprehensive and Alternative Education/Home School and Independent Study across various subjects, including humanities, literature, visual arts, social studies and much more. I have guided curriculum development and led successful education department initiatives in both middle school and high school.
What sets my resources apart? They’re not just well-designed—they’re tried, tested, and refined through years of classroom experience and alternative education in diverse educational settings. I’m committed to providing high-quality, engaging concise materials that inspire students towards success and make teaching a little easier for you. My resources are designed to be both practical and transformative.
Best to you!
Kay
CUSTOMER TIPS:
Be sure to follow my store to be alerted of new products. Look for the green star next to my store logo and click it to become a follower.
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Hello, I am Kay! With 35 years of experience in diverse educational settings—including middle school, high school, and independent study—I have transitioned to sharing my extensive curriculum and resources. I have realized that my teaching expertise now focuses on helping educators save time while maintaining an engaging learning environment.
My mission is straightforward: to empower you to leave your classroom at the end of the day with confidence, assured that your students are engaged and your lesson plans are prepared. My philosophy is to work smarter, not harder—this embodies my approach to teaching.
My lessons are (a-g), many are college prep/A.P lessons, comprehensive, short, and impactful, so all levels of learning are taking place. My lessons (worksheets/handouts) may be extended upon or further modified; thus, my lessons provide a subject springboard for teachers and students.
Awards & shining teacher moments
National Youth Leadership on Collegiate Success
Administrative Leadership
High School (grades 9-12) English and Art Educator
Independent Study and Distance Learning Middle School and High School Curriculum Specialist
My own education history
Stanford University
San Jose State University
Educational Specialist
Middle School and High School English, and Art
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