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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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WWII Propaganda (OWI) Poster Analysis
To control the content and imagery of war messages, the government created the Office of War Information (OWI) in June 1942. Among its responsibilities, the OWI sought to review and approve the design and distribution of government posters . . . National distribution utilized organizations and trades such as post offices, railroad stations, schools, restaurants, and retail store groups. At the local level, OWI arranged distribution through volunteer defense councils, whose members selected
9th - 12th
Informational Text, U.S. History, Writing
Career Path Assessment Questionnaire (Lecture Notes/Worksheets)
Add this worksheet to your student/adult career assessment exercises. 72 questions for students to ponder and rate their interests and skills. Following the questionnaire is a rating scale narrowing down a student's answer to interest sectors such as agriculture, mechanics, healthcare, computers, etc.. 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. _________________________________________
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Character Education, Health, School Counseling
"Money" by Reginald Gibbons - Poem
DISTANCE LEARNING / INDEPENDENT STUDY AND CLASSROOM!The poem (also noted as a short story) "Money" by Reginald Gibbons is about a wealthy family refusing the services of poor workers. The family loves their money since it is the item that allows them to live an extravagant life filled with material possessions. Five follow-up critical thinking questions are included. SAMPLE QUESTION: Is the speaker simply describing a situation or is the speaker criticizing something? Explain. TERMS OF USE Th
9th - 12th
Poetry, Short Stories, Writing
“Antojos” by Julia Alvarez Short Story
This short story aligns itself with "Fears" and how do we respond when challenged by fear? This short story is about Alvarez’s homeland, the Dominican Republic, won independence in 1844 after a successful rebellion against Haitian rule. In the century that followed, however, the country suffered through several dictatorships and frequent foreign domination. One of the most ruthless dictators was Rafael Trujillo, who ruled the country with the support of the military and his secret police from 19
9th - 12th
Close Reading, Short Stories, Writing
" The Gift of the Magi" by O. Henry - Analysis
O. Henry's "The Gift of the Magi" is taught to middle school through high school highlight themes of selfless love, sacrifice, and the idea that true wealth lies in relationships rather than material possessions. The story demonstrates that the value of a gift is found in the love and sacrifice of the giver. This lesson contains the full short story, 5 critical analysis questions, including the question asking students what the (moral) of the story is, with comprehensive answers outlining specif
6th - 12th
Reading, Short Stories, Writing
"The Lady, or the Tiger" by Frank Stockton -Short Story Analysis
"The Lady, or the Tiger?" by Frank R. Stockton is taught to promote critical thinking, analyze complex human emotions (jealousy, love, altruism), and explore themes of justice, consequence, and free will. Its famous cliffhanger ending forces students to engage in argumentative writing and debate, using evidence to justify their interpretation of human behavior. This lesson contains the full short story with 5 critical thinking questions asking students to point out the various literary devices w
7th - 12th
Close Reading, Short Stories, Writing
"The Cat" by Mary E. Wilkins Freeman - Short Story Analysis
IDEAL FOR INDEPENDENT STUDY AND FOR CLASSROOM LESSONSThis short story is a masterful depiction of survival, companionship, and emotional nuance without sentimentality. The story provides a stark, realistic look at the bond between a lonely, struggling man and a resilient, isolated feline during a harsh winter, offering deep insights into human-animal relationships and regional New England life. The story serves as a compelling study of empathy and the unspoken bond between a person and a pet, o
6th - 10th
Close Reading, Short Stories, Writing
"The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Allan Poe -Short Story Analysis
IDEAL FOR INDEPENDENT STUDY AND CLASSROOM!Edgar Allan Poe wrote "The Tell-Tale Heart" (1843) to demonstrate his theory of "unity of effect," where every element of a short story contributes to a single, intense emotional impact—in this case, suspense-filled horror and madness. The story explores psychological guilt, paranoia, and the irrationality of the human mind. TASK: To read this short story while annotating noting the following bullet points. There are 8 response questions with answers t
6th - 11th
Reading, Short Stories, Writing
"Cadmus" by Thomas Bulfinch- Mythology Short Story Analysis
IDEAL FOR INDEPENDENT STUDYTeaching about Cadmus is essential because he bridges Greek mythology with historical reality as the Phoenician prince who founded Thebes, introduced the alphabet, and established crucial cultural links between the East and West. His story highlights themes of bravery, urban civilization, and the intellectual impact of writing. This short story lesson, with the short story and 7 response questions with answers, introduces students to Cadmus and his search for his siste
6th - 10th
Reading, Short Stories, Writing
"Atalanta" by Thomas Bulfinch - Mythology Analysis
IDEAL FOR INDEPENDENT STUDYAtalanta could outrun every man in Greece, and she had a rule: anyone who wanted to marry her had to beat her in a footrace. Lose, and you paid with your life. Suitor after suitor tried and failed, but that didn't stop new challengers from lining up. This short story is ideal for middle school and even 9th graders while learning about (Heroes and Quests.) Following the short story are 8 response questions for students to analyze and answer. Answer key included. TERMS
6th - 10th
Reading, Short Stories, Writing
“To Build a Fire” by Jack London - Analysis
IDEAL FOR INDEPENDENT STUDY STUDENTS“To Build a Fire” by Jack LondonTo Build a Fire (1908) is Jack London's most celebrated short story — a stark tale of a man's fatal journey through the Yukon at seventy-five degrees below zero. "The trouble with him was that he was without imagination. He was quick and alert in the things of life, but only in the things, and not in the significances." This short story is one of American Literature's greatest short stories from Jack London. This lesson include
6th - 10th
Close Reading, Short Stories, Writing
Four Fables for our Time
James Thurber (1894—1961) was an American writer known for his humor. He wrote a series of fables, which were parodies of the type of fables told by the ancient Greek author Aesop. He also used the fables to satirize contemporary society. A satire is a work that reveals flaws in a subject in order to bring about a positive change. This 6 page handout includes fables with follow-up questions after each of the 4 fables.THE PRINCESS AND THE TIN BOX THE VERY PROPER GANDER THE OWL WHO WAS GOD THE LI
4th - 9th
Reading, Short Stories, Writing
“Confessions of a Hitler Youth” - HBO presentation
This handout with critical analysis questions introduces students to Alfons Heck who became Hitler Youth at a very young age, and at the age of sixteen fought in World War II when Germany began to lose the war and the minimum age to be a soldier was lowered to fourteen. When the war ended, Heck was taken as a captive by the French forces. Heck describes his indoctrination into the Hitler Youth, his transformation in his ideals, but also his realizations about the Nazis, Hitler, and the truth o
6th - 12th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Writing
Introducing Collage Art Terms - Get to know them!
PERFECT FOR YOUR INDEPENDENT STUDY STUDENTSUse this handout for introducing the Art of Collage!Students will better understand your directions when assigning a Collage Project. 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 single-teacher (or teacher team) classroom, homeschool, or independent study teacher. If you wish to photocopy and/or digitally share any resource with another teacher, plea
4th - 11th
Visual Arts, Vocabulary
What Does Learning Math Have To Do With My Job? (Lecture Presentation)
Have you encountered students who claim they won't need to know algebra or use algebra in the post high school career? This simple 15 slide presentation is a reminder of how many day-to-day uses people in various careers utilize math. One fun activity is to assign students to come up with 3-5 careers that utilize and math and how math is used under their chosen career scenarios.My other links to math terminology supplementsHow to Study for a Math Test (Handout)What Does Learning Math Have To D
2nd - 12th
Applied Math, Informational Text
"Annabel Lee" by Edgar Allan Poe- Poem and Questions
This handout includes Edgar Allan Poe's Annabel Lee. A haunting poem about eternal, idealized love and obsessive grief, believed to be inspired by his deceased wife, Virginia. The poem uses Gothic imagery, repetitive sounds, and a melancholic tone to explore themes of lost innocence, mortality, and love's enduring, almost supernatural, power. In addition to the poem, teachers are provided with a choice of questions for their students exploring themes of obsessive love vs. true love, the speak
4th - 12th
Close Reading, Poetry, Writing
"1984" by George Orwell (Unit)
IDEAL UNIT FOR INDEPENDENT STUDY STUDENTS1984 is taught to develop critical thinking and media literacy by illustrating the dangers of unchecked governmental power, propaganda, mass surveillance, and the manipulation of truth. The novel's themes remain relevant as students can draw parallels to contemporary issues like misinformation, censorship, and the pervasive collection of personal data, fostering awareness and the ability to protect personal freedoms and democracy. This 8 week unit is comp
9th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Writing-Essays
"The Necklace" by Guy de Maupassant (Short Story)
BACKGROUND In the late nineteenth century, a type of literature known as Realism emerged as a reaction to the idealism and optimism of Romantic literature. Realism sought to describe life as it is, without ornament or glorification. “The Necklace,” an example of Realist fiction, tells the story of an average woman who pays a significant price to experience a glamorous evening. As in all Realist fiction, there is no fairy-tale ending . This assignment includes the short story, "The Necklace," an
9th - 12th
Close Reading, Short Stories, Writing
"I Came, I Saw, I Shopped" -Essay Analysis
IDEAL FOR YOUR INDEPENDENT STUDY STUDENTSThis short story (essay) has fascinating student results! This is a quick lesson to insert in-between your short story unit or your material goods unit. (For many people, the longing for material goods extends well beyond the needs of survival. What drives our passion for things? Students will find this essay interesting and learn about themselves through their self-reflection! Other short stories in this unit"In La Rinconada, Peru, Searching for Beauty
9th - 12th
Informational Text, Short Stories, Writing
Diamante and Dichotomy Diamante Poetry formula (Handout)
Students love this!Diamante is the Italian word for diamond The diamante poem presents an image of an object, person, or idea. The dichotomy diamante poem starts out with one theme and then begins to move toward an opposite theme. A diamante is similar to a cinquain, but it has seven lines. Diamante poems have the shape of a diamond. The first line is one noun. The second line is two adjectives. Have fun with this handout as it visually explains in simple terms and demonstration how students d
3rd - 12th
Informational Text, Poetry, 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
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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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