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Hi! I’m an English learner myself with over 30 years of experience teaching EFL, ESL, and ELL students in Brazil and the United States. I create classroom-tested ESL and ELL resources that I use in my own middle school classroom to help multilingual learners, newcomers, and English learners access grade-level content with visuals, scaffolds, and vocabulary support.
These resources are designed for ESL classes, newcomer support, intervention, small groups, and core content classrooms. I also share free teaching tips and vocabulary videos on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@crishoward
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A Christmas Carol Bundle: Adapted ELL ESL Newcomer Activities, Slides, Packets
Who says English proficiency cannot be acquired while learning content? Incorporating scaffolds like visual support, chunking information, and providing interactive activities while reading texts are ways to support English and content learning for newcomers. All you need to teach all 5 Staves of "A Christmas Carol" for newcomers is available in this digital and printable bundle. For each stave, start by reading the one-paragraph summary in Spanish and/or English with students so they can have
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+1
SUPER FALL BUNDLE: Digital + Print ESL Newcomer Text, Activities, Packets,Slides
In need of a newcomer text, vocabulary packets, flashcards, activities and a game that introduces a particular topic, while also providing opportunities to learn and practice basic reading, writing and speaking skills as well as English vocabulary? 2025 Update: Click here for the video lesson related to this resource. You can use this before or after using this resource to introduce or review the vocabulary words. Please note that Halloween vocabulary is not included in the video. For newcomer
2nd - 12th, Adult Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
A Christmas Carol Bundle - Adapted ELL ESL Newcomer Activities and Text Packets
Who says English proficiency cannot be acquired while learning content? Incorporating scaffolds like visual support, chunking information, and providing interactive activities while reading texts are ways to support English and content learning for newcomers. All you need to teach all 5 Staves of "A Christmas Carol" for newcomers is available in this digital bundle. For each stave, start by reading the one-paragraph summary in Spanish and/or English with students so they can have an overview o
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+1
Juneteenth ESL Reading Comprehension | ELL Newcomer Text, Activities, Flashcards
In need an ESL newcomer adapted text for Juneteenth that introduces a particular topic, while also providing opportunities to learn and practice basic reading, writing and speaking skills as well as English vocabulary for ESL students at WIDA Levels 1-2? For ESL newcomers, lots of visuals, multiple exposures to vocabulary, and texts at their level are necessary to help them understand new words, get exposure to the English syntax, and learn about the new culture they are now a part of. This p
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
A Christmas Carol Bundle - Adapted ELL ESL Newcomer Activities and Text Packets
Who says English proficiency cannot be acquired while learning content? Incorporating scaffolds like visual support, chunking information, and providing interactive activities while reading texts are ways to support English and content learning for newcomers. All you need to teach all 5 Staves of "A Christmas Carol" for newcomers is available in this printable bundle. For each stave, start by reading the one-paragraph summary in English and/or Spanish with students so they can have an overview
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+1
Juneteenth | Digital ELL ESL Newcomer Adapted Text, Activities, Google Slides
In need an ELL newcomer adapted text that introduces a particular topic, while also providing opportunities to learn and practice basic reading, writing and speaking skills as well as English vocabulary for ESL students at WIDA Levels 1-2? For ESL newcomers, lots of visuals, multiple exposures to vocabulary, and texts at their level are necessary to help them understand new words, get exposure to the English syntax, and learn about the new culture they are now a part of. This digital newcomer
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
Juneteenth | ELL ESL Newcomer Adapted Text, Activities, Flashcards, Worksheets
In need an ELL newcomer adapted text that introduces a particular topic, while also providing opportunities to learn and practice basic reading, writing and speaking skills as well as English vocabulary for ESL students at WIDA Levels 1-2? For ESL newcomers, lots of visuals, multiple exposures to vocabulary, and texts at their level are necessary to help them understand new words, get exposure to the English syntax, and learn about the new culture they are now a part of. This printable newcom
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
SUPER THANKSGIVING BUNDLE: ELL ESL Newcomer Text, Activities, Packets, Slides
In need of a newcomer text, vocabulary packets, flashcards, activities and a game that introduces a particular topic, while also providing opportunities to learn and practice basic reading, writing and speaking skills as well as English vocabulary? 2025 Update: Click here for a free video lesson for this resource. You can use this before or after using this resource to introduce or review the vocabulary words. For newcomers, lots of visuals, multiple exposures to vocabulary, and texts at thei
2nd - 12th, Adult Education
Reading, U.S. History, Vocabulary
New Year's Day & Resolutions Bundle - ESL Newcomer Activities: Vocabulary Packet
Are you looking for a digital and print visual resource of a certain topic that also helps newcomer students practice and retain vocabulary? 2025 Update: Click here for a free video lesson related to this resource. Research says that multiple exposures to target words are necessary for vocabulary development. For newcomers, they need extra practice on everyday words such as nouns, verbs, and adjectives that are familiar to native English speaker students. This bundle with digital and print r
2nd - 12th, Adult Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
SUPER CHRISTMAS BUNDLE: ESL Newcomer Text, Activities, Packets,Slides,Flashcards
In need of a newcomer text, vocabulary packets, flashcards, activities and a game that introduces a particular topic, while also providing opportunities to learn and practice basic reading, writing and speaking skills as well as English vocabulary? 2025 Update: Click here for a free video lesson for this resource. Use it for extended listening and vocabulary practice. For newcomers, lots of visuals, multiple exposures to vocabulary, and texts at their level are necessary to help them understan
2nd - 12th, Adult Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
ESL Halloween Reading Unit: ELL Newcomer Activities, Vocabulary Packet, Slides
Looking for a way to teach about Halloween traditions and vocabulary to newcomers? This bundle provides two printable and digital resources on the topic of Easter that are easy to implement and will help your students develop vocabulary and learn about this winter holiday. The resources also include answer keys for quick checking. Research says that multiple exposures to target words are necessary for vocabulary development. For newcomers, they need extra practice on everyday words such as nou
2nd - 12th, Adult Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
ESL Halloween Reading Comprehension Text BUNDLE: ELL Newcomer Activities Packet
In need a newcomer text that introduces a particular topic, while also providing opportunities to learn and practice basic reading, writing and speaking skills as well as English vocabulary? 2025 Update: Click here for a free video lesson for this resource. You can use this before or after using this resource to introduce or review the vocabulary words. For newcomers, lots of visuals, multiple exposures to vocabulary, and texts at their level are necessary to help them understand new words, ge
2nd - 12th, Adult Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
A Christmas Carol Stave III Adapted ELL ESL Newcomer Reading Activities | Slides
Who says English proficiency cannot be acquired while learning content? Incorporating scaffolds like visual support, chunking information, and providing interactive activities while reading texts are ways to support English and content learning for newcomers. All you need to teach Stave III of "A Christmas Carol" for newcomers is available in this digital resource. See note below about other resources for the remaining staves in "A Christmas Carol" (to be sold separately). Start by reading the
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.L.4
A Christmas Carol Stave IV: Adapted ELL ESL Newcomer Reading Activities | Slides
Who says English proficiency cannot be acquired while learning content? Incorporating scaffolds like visual support, chunking information, and providing interactive activities while reading texts are ways to support English and content learning for newcomers. All you need to teach Stave IV of "A Christmas Carol" for newcomers is available in this digital resource. See note below about other resources for the remaining staves in "A Christmas Carol" (to be sold separately). Start by reading the o
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.L.4
Valentine's Day Bundle - ESL Newcomer Activities, ELL Text, Vocab Packet, Slides
Looking for a way to teach about Valentine's Day traditions and vocabulary to newcomers? This bundle provides two printable and digital resources on the topic of Valentine's Day that are easy to implement and will help your students develop vocabulary and learn about this winter holiday. The resources also include answer keys for quick checking. 2026 Update: Click here for a vocabulary video lesson related to this resource. Research says that multiple exposures to target words are necessary f
2nd - 12th, Adult Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
A Christmas Carol Stave V: Adapted ELL ESL Newcomer Reading Activities | Slides
Who says English proficiency cannot be acquired while learning content? Incorporating scaffolds like visual support, chunking information, and providing interactive activities while reading texts are ways to support English and content learning for newcomers. All you need to teach Stave V of "A Christmas Carol" for newcomers is available in this digital resource. See note below about other resources for the remaining staves in "A Christmas Carol" (to be sold separately). Start by reading the on
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.L.4
A Christmas Carol: Stave II Adapted ELL ESL Newcomer Reading Activities | Slides
Who says English proficiency cannot be acquired while learning content? Incorporating scaffolds like visual support, chunking information, and providing interactive activities while reading texts are ways to support English and content learning for newcomers. All you need to teach Stave II of "A Christmas Carol" for newcomers is available in this digital resource. See note below about other resources for the remaining staves in "A Christmas Carol" (to be sold separately). Start by reading the o
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.L.4
A Christmas Carol: Stave I- Adapted ELL ESL Newcomer Reading Activities | Slides
Who says English proficiency cannot be acquired while learning content? Incorporating scaffolds like visual support, chunking information, and providing interactive activities while reading texts are ways to support English and content learning for newcomers. All you need to teach Stave I of "A Christmas Carol" for newcomers is available in this digital resource. See note below about other resources for the remaining staves in "A Christmas Carol" (to be sold separately). Start by reading the on
6th - 12th, Adult Education
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.L.4
ESL Halloween Reading Comprehension Text: Digital ELL Newcomer Activities Packet
In need a newcomer text that introduces a particular topic, while also providing opportunities to learn and practice basic reading, writing and speaking skills as well as English vocabulary? 2025 Update: Click here for a free video lesson for this resource. You can use this before or after using this resource to introduce or review the vocabulary words. For newcomers, lots of visuals, multiple exposures to vocabulary, and texts at their level are necessary to help them understand new words, g
2nd - 12th, Adult Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
ESL Halloween Reading Comprehension Text: Print ELL Newcomer Activities Packet
In need a newcomer text that introduces a particular topic, while also providing opportunities to learn and practice basic reading, writing and speaking skills as well as English vocabulary? 2025 Update: Click here for a free video lesson for this resource. You can use this before or after using this resource to introduce or review the vocabulary words. For newcomers, lots of visuals, multiple exposures to vocabulary, and texts at their level are necessary to help them understand new words, g
2nd - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Reading, Vocabulary, Writing
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About the store
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Hi! I’m an English learner myself with over 30 years of experience teaching EFL, ESL, and ELL students in Brazil and the United States. I create classroom-tested ESL and ELL resources that I use in my own middle school classroom to help multilingual learners, newcomers, and English learners access grade-level content with visuals, scaffolds, and vocabulary support.
These resources are designed for ESL classes, newcomer support, intervention, small groups, and core content classrooms. I also share free teaching tips and vocabulary videos on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@crishoward
Teaching style
My teaching is grounded in the belief that students learn content through language. Why overwhelm students with more work when language is happening across the content areas?
I’m always learning, reflecting, and refining my practice to better support multilingual learners, newcomers, and English learners.
Visual supports are a big part of my teaching, along with multiple exposures, meaningful practice, chunked information, and frequent checks for understanding. These are the same strategies I use in my classroom and in the ESL and ELL resources I create to help students access rigorous content with more clarity and confidence.
Awards & shining teacher moments
2022 Indiana University Southeast Outstanding Cooperating Teacher Award - related to supporting ELL student-teachers.
2024 Dr Martin Luther King Jr. Building Bridges Award via New Neighbors Center - related to ELL consultancy work in multiple districts across Indiana.
2024-2025 Teacher Appreciation Grant by the Indiana Department of Education - related to English Leaners results in state tests.
2025 Best of Best K-12 ELL Teacher Nomination by INTESOL.
My own education history
2004 Bachelor's Degree in Secondary English Language Arts and Portuguese Language Arts
2009 Master's Degreee in Applied Linguistics focusing on ESL (English as a Second Language)
2017 Reading Intervention Specialist License
2025 Literacy Specialist Endorsement
Additional biographical information
- 14 years as an English as a Foreign Language teacher in Brazil (1995-2009) - all ages and English proficiency levels
- 6 years as an English as a Second Language teacher and coordinator (last 3 years there) in a Family Education program in the US (2010-2016) working with immigrant families of all proficiency levels
- 5 years as an English Language Learner teacher in an Elementary School in the US (2016-2021) - all grades and all levels
- 4 years as an English Language Learner teacher in an Middle School in the US (2021-2025) - newcomers up to high intermediate level.
- 9 years as an Adjunct Professor in the US (2017-present), courses include Applied Linguistics & Practicum, where I coached multiple ENL teachers.
- 6 years as an ESL & Family Engagement consultant (2020-present)
- 1 year as a Special Populations Instructional Coach (2025-present)
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