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My name is Kris Shuster and I taught Special Education for 25 years. My experience has been mostly grades 5-8 but I also have 3 years of experience teaching grades 9-12. I currently homeschool my grandson who is a 5th grader and we follow common core for Michigan. My specialty is teaching students with Learning Disabilities how to read and write. I have experience in grades 5-9 and have supported all subjects from my experience teaching 9-12 grades.
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Humble Like Mary Printable Activities
Activity Packet Description Teach children the importance of humility, kindness, and putting others first with this faith-based companion packet for Humble Like Mary! Inspired by the story of Sophia learning from Mary, the mother of Jesus, this printable resource helps students grow in character while practicing reading and language arts skills. Perfect for: Christian classrooms Sunday school Homeschool Christian elementary lessons Faith-based learning centers This resource includes: Com
2nd - 4th
Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Grammar
Wise Like Solomon
Help students learn the importance of wisdom, kindness, teamwork, and making good choices with this faith-based companion resource for Wise Like Solomon! In this heartwarming story, Billy is angry about going to summer camp and struggles with bullying, yelling, and treating others kindly. During campfire time, Billy hears the story of King Solomon and how he asked God for wisdom to make good choices. Little by little, Billy begins changing his attitude, learning self-control, helping others, an
2nd - 4th
Character Education, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
Bold Like Paul Activity Sheets
Billy was a happy little boy until one day he began feeling very sick. After many doctor visits and blood tests, Billy learns he has leukemia and must spend many months in the hospital receiving treatment. When Billy starts losing his hair and feeling afraid, his mom shares the story of the Apostle Paul from the Bible and how he stayed brave and trusted God even during very difficult times. As Billy grows stronger, he learns that courage does not mean you are never scared—it means trusting God a
2nd - 5th
Creative Writing, Vocabulary, Writing
Brave Like David Bundle
Help students build courage and faith with this engaging companion activity pack for Brave Like David! These print-and-go comprehension activities include reading response questions, critical thinking, and character-building lessons perfect for grades 2–4, homeschool, Sunday school, and Christian classrooms.
2nd - 4th
Literature, Vocabulary, Writing
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About the store
Experience
My name is Kris Shuster and I taught Special Education for 25 years. My experience has been mostly grades 5-8 but I also have 3 years of experience teaching grades 9-12. I currently homeschool my grandson who is a 5th grader and we follow common core for Michigan. My specialty is teaching students with Learning Disabilities how to read and write. I have experience in grades 5-9 and have supported all subjects from my experience teaching 9-12 grades.
Teaching style
I believe in hands on learning so my teaching style models that practice. I like to show and tell so usually I model teaching then the students either follow along as I do it or watch then practice as I go over things with them. I usually teach the child the best way they learn which means differentiating instruction for the learner.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I am an author and have written a number of books highlighting learning and faith. I feel that my material would serve homeschool curriculums with common core intertwined. I provide both educational and spiritual guidance.
My own education history
I have a bachelor's degree in Special Education k-12 from Eastern Michigan University and a Master's degree in Learning Disabilities from Madonna University. I am trained in differentiated instruction, Reading strategies, and Collins Writing which I use in my teaching of writing. I also attended Bible schools so I am well versed in spiritual education.
Additional biographical information
I am a mother of 4 children who have all gone on to be professionals, 3 are teachers, 1 makes prosthetics and orthotists for amputees and elderly people. I also have 8 grandchildren ranging from 13 mo. to 15 years of age. I have been a lifelong learner and teacher.
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