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I love teaching and have taught for 25 years--16 years at the elementary level and 9 years at the secondary and post-secondary levels. I am also a curriculum developer, writer, and contributing
author of English language education publications in Korea.
This nonfiction short story teaches the value of self-confidence, imagination and hard work, showing how as a child reading transforms the life of Dr. Ben Carson.
The story contains 8 half-sheet pages with color pictures. PDF of the story can be printed for guided reading so that students have their own copy.
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FIVE FILM CLASSICS–
Featuring John Baker's Last Race
In addition to the feature film, the 125 minute
film bundle includes four other BYU film classics,
each developing the theme of support through
involvement. The films are excellent for families
and youth groups, with permission for large public
showing granted.
So You’re Looking for an Effective Six Traits Writing Program? This textbook is a comprehensive six traits writing program that builds fluency in expression and expository writing while eliminating the need for end-product revision. Recommended by the Utah State Office of Education, the VOICE ON DEMAND student book and teacher’s guide are packed with tools and activities to support writing success! The textbook contains 223 color pages with 28 chapters which explain the 6 independent units. A bl
Great for developing sentence-level reading and writing fluency! Each of the four fun comics weave five phonic words into two sentences to produce an entertaining story. Support activities help students do the same as they succinctly incorporate the six traits of effective writing—ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency and conventions.
OBJECTIVE: to read and write phonics-rich sentences varying in length and structure that engage through personality-packed characters, dynamic
This nonfiction short story teaches the value of forgiveness and consideration for others, showing how as a teenager perfect love transforms the life of Dr. Ben Carson.
The story contains ten half-sheet pages with color pictures.
PDF of the story can be printed for guided reading so that students have their own copy.
Made by LanguagEase LLC
Storybook and Coloring Book:
John Baker’s Final Triumph! The true story of how Coach John Baker, his students, and athletes overcome tragic obstacles to triumph in love. An inspiring, must read story for leaders, teachers, and youth of all ages. PDF of the storybook can be printed for guided reading so that students have their own copy.
Film:
John Baker's Last Race--Dying of cancer, Coach Baker develops a heightened awareness of his students' and athletes' need for participation. Included, they
This fictional short story teaches honesty and tact as Kate learns how to truthfully ask for birthday presents she wants without offending others.
The story contains 8 half-sheet pages with color pictures. PDF of the story can be printed for guided reading so that students have their own copy.
Made by LanguagEase LLC
Johnny Lingo--A handsome and prosperous bachelor pays a large dowry for his childhood friend, Mahana, whom he chooses as his bride while others initially fail to recognize her worth and beauty. A brilliant reminder that we can inspire others to view themselves more positively!
FICTION STORYBOOK
Are you looking for an entertaining story to help students learn the meaning of citizenship? Well, Tom and Benny may very well be that story. Initially, neither boy is the best at obeying rules, but each learns and improves. Thankfully, wise adults are patient with the boys’ disobedience and help them when in danger. Near the story’s climax Benny has a chance to prove whether he will be a good citizen by obeying and being patient and helpful towards someone who isn’t. The stor
So You’re Looking for an Effective Six Traits Writing Program? This textbook is a comprehensive six traits writing program that builds fluency in expression and expository writing while eliminating the need for end-product revision. Recommended by the Utah State Office of Education, the VOICE ON DEMAND student book and teacher’s guide are packed with tools and activities to support writing success! The textbook contains 223 black and white pages with 28 chapters which explain the 6 independent u
This nonfiction short story teaches the value of creative thought, self-restraint and problem-solving, showing how as a teenager Dr. Ben Carson learns that his brain, not anger, is the better problem-solving tool. The story contains 8 half-sheet pages with color pictures. PDF of the story can be printed for guided reading so that students have their own copy.
Made by LanguagEase LLC
Process writing and the six traits of writing together in one book! This two week, ten day lesson plan walks students through the process of prewriting, drafting, revising, editing and publishing. The focus of the first five days is on generating, structuring, and developing ideas, while the last five improve word choice and sentence fluency. The unit plan contains 36 pages packed with fun, interactive partner activities.
Process writing and the six traits of writing together in one book! This two-week, ten day lesson plan walks students through the process of pre-writing, drafting, revising, editing and publishing a significant life event narrative. The focus of the first five lessons is on generating, structuring, and developing ideas, while the last five improve word choice and sentence fluency. The narrative writing unit plan contains 60 pages packed with fun, interactive partner activities.
Cipher in the Snow--Overlooked by parents, peers and teachers, a teenage boy dies unexpectedly. Who could have given him more attention? And how could they have shown they cared? A Great movie for encouraging all, especially teachers, to be more mindful of students’ wants and needs.
John Baker's Last Race--Dying of cancer, Coach Baker develops a heightened awareness of his students' and athletes' need for participation. Included, they not only excel, but ultimately help their beloved coach triumph in love. Coach Baker demonstrates how love and encouragement combine to help others and himself overcome seemingly unsurmountable obstacles!
Great for developing sentence-level reading and writing fluency! Each of the four fun comics weave five phonic words into two sentences to produce an entertaining story. Support activities help students do the same as they succinctly incorporate the six traits of effective writing—ideas, organization, voice, word choice, sentence fluency and conventions. The fun, hands-on and action packed phonics games progress through activities to help students recognize, spell, comprehend, and engage in mean
Comics, phonics, and conversation prompts all rolled into one!
Newlyweds, personalities, dogs, and holiday beverages--all topics students will explore through words, pictures and stories. Learners will insert phonics words into conversation questions, read and discuss two comics, journal personal experiences about the story content, use their own imagination to write comics, and converse on the topics presented.
Comics, sentence combining, journal writing, and creative writing all rolled into one! Have you ever wondered how one person's treatment can drastically affect another person's life? Students will observe this theme in the feature story. Learners will also change direct speech to reported speech, journal personal experiences about the story, use their own imagination to write an original comic, and use six traits rubrics to evaluate effective writing. Students will grow in character-building whi
Comics, phonics, and conversation prompts all rolled into one!
Flaws, beauties, floods, and food--all topics students will explore through words, pictures and stories. Learners will insert phonics words into conversation questions, read and discuss two comics, journal personal experiences about the story content,
use their own imagination to write comics, and converse on the topics presented.
Comics, phonics, and conversation prompts all rolled into one!
New goals, size and strength, the unexpected, and monsters--all topics students will
explore through words, pictures and stories. Learners will insert phonics
words into conversation questions, read and discuss two comics,
journal personal experiences about the story content, use their own
imagination to write fractured stories, and converse on the topics
and experiences they have explored.
I love teaching and have taught for 25 years--16 years at the elementary level and 9 years at the secondary and post-secondary levels. I am also a curriculum developer, writer, and contributing
author of English language education publications in Korea.
Teaching style
Visual, interactive, supportive learning with a focus on infusing personality into the curriculum.
Awards & shining teacher moments
-Excellent Educator Award 2008, Seoul American Elementary School, Seoul Korea -State approved writing textbook--Voice on Demand: Scenarios for Writing Skill Development, Utah State Office of Education, 2008
My own education history
Bachelor’s Degree in English and Master’s Degree in TESL from Brigham Young University, Secondary Teaching Certificate from the University of Maryland.
Additional biographical information
I have taught at BYU’s English Language Center, Indiana State University’s Interlink Language Center, Samsung’s Art and Design Institute (SADI), Seoul American High School (SAHS), and Seoul American Elementary School (SAES).
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