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Welcome to my store! I'm Dr. Sharman Johnston (aka Dr. J), and I've been writing preschool, kindergarten, and elementary curriculum for more than forty years. I began my career as a reading specialist; and no matter what hat I’ve worn—teacher, administrator, curriculum author, or consultant—I’ve always emphasized literacy. My TPT science and social studies resources target two critical aspects of elementary school literacy—CONTENT-AREA literacy and MULTICULTURAL literacy.
All of my books, printables, posters, and games focus on content-area literacy—building the specialized vocabulary of science and social studies—because having an extensive vocabulary is not only a top predictor of reading success, it also has a huge impact on overall school success and standardized testing scores.
My science materials target topics and standards outlined in the NGSS and TEKS. In social studies, I concentrate on resources that develop a knowledge of and an appreciation for the diverse cultures in our global society.
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NATIVE AMERICANS: Discovering the Iroquois Confederacy Activity Pack
Introduce the cultural history of one of the world’s oldest democracies with the FIVE engaging cross-curricular activities and colorful photo poster in the IROQUOIS CONFEDERACY ACTIVITY PACK. Cross-Curricular Activities Included:Democracy boosts critical thinking skills as students compare the characteristics of the Iroquois Confederacy and the Great Law of Peace with the United States and its Constitution.Mapping the Iroquois Nations is a mapping activity that focuses on the homelands of th
2nd - 5th
Government, Informational Text, Native Americans
CCSS
RI.2.4
, RI.2.7
, RI.2.10
+13
Also included in: NATIVE AMERICAN MEGA BUNDLE
Comparing Inherited Traits: BUTTERFLY OR MOTH? (Animal Classification)
Enrich your animal classification studies with BUTTERFLY OR MOTH?, an interactive book from my Comparing Inherited Traits series. Your students will love the cut-and-glue format and realistic, original illustrations; and you’ll love the NGSS/TEKS standards-based content, Venn assessment, and emphasis on critical thinking. OUTLINE OF TOPICS INCLUDED:What Is an Inherited Trait?Shared TraitsMetamorphosisLife Cycle: Larvae (smooth vs fuzzy)Life Cycle: Pupae (chrysalis vs cocoon)Antennae (clubbed
2nd - 5th
Balanced Literacy, Science
CCSS, NGSS, TEKS
RI.1.4
, RI.1.5
, RI.1.6
+28
Also included in: THE ANIMAL KINGDOM SCIENCE UNIT BUNDLE
BIOMES AND ECOSYSTEMS MEGA-BUNDLE
Take an in-depth look at the world’s biomes with the BIOMES AND ECOSYSTEMS MEGA-BUNDLE. This jam-packed bundle includes SIX Biomes PowerPoints, FIVE activity books, FIVE colorful 11 x 17 inch reference posters, FOURTEEN cross-curricular activities, and TWO FREE BONUS activity books, Life in the Ocean and Life in the Rainforest. BIOME POWERPOINT KEY FEATURES: This bundle includes SIX PowerPoints—one for each biome, plus the introductory PPT, The Five Biomes. 150+ animated slides Student-fri
2nd - 5th
Basic Principles, Informational Text, Science
CCSS, NGSS, TEKS
RI.2.4
, RI.2.5
, RI.2.7
+21
THE FIRST TEXANS BUNDLE PACK (Historic Native American Tribes)
Discover the history and culture of the native tribes of Texas--and meet your TEKS standards--with THE FIRST TEXANS BUNDLE. Begin your study with THE FIRST TEXANS introductory book that begins with the ancient petroglyphs carved into the rocks of Hueco Tanks State Park more than 10,000 years ago. Each of the following pages highlights unique cultural traditions and customs of NINE additional tribes, in the order they lived in or migrated to Texas lands, and also includes information about pre
1st - 5th
Geography, Native Americans, Social Studies
Life Cycle of the PAINTED LADY BUTTERFLY
Add some fun to your study of life cycles and inherited traits with THE PAINTED LADY BUTTERFLY, a 22-page mini-unit that provides a comprehensive look at the world’s most widespread butterfly species. This resource pack includes an activity book, two-follow-up printables, and an 11 x 17 inch photo anchor chart. Take a look at what’s included... OUTLINE OF BOOK TOPICS:Inherited Traits of InsectsInsect GroupsPainted Lady StatsIdentifying TraitsMigrationStage One: EggsStage Two: LarvaStage Thre
2nd - 4th
Biology, Informational Text, Science
CCSS, NGSS, TEKS
RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
, RI.2.5
+28
Also included in: CYCLES IN THE NATURAL WORLD SCIENCE UNIT
NATIVE AMERICAN Activity Pack
Introduce your study of Native Americans with the NINE engaging cross-curricular activities and colorful reference poster in the NATIVE AMERICAN ACTIVITY PACK. This versatile collection has everything you need to provide an overview of Native American cultures and traditions. CROSS-CURRICULAR RESOURCES INCLUDED:Ancient Ancestors uses a fill-in-the-blank format to introduce the ancient origins of two prehistoric Native American cultures—the Clovis Culture of the United States and the Heiltsuk
2nd - 5th
Geography, Informational Text, Native Americans
CCSS
RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
, RI.2.7
+14
Also included in: NATIVE AMERICAN MEGA BUNDLE
DISCOVERING COUNTRIES AND CULTURES AROUND THE WORLD BUNDLE
Highlight countries and cultures throughout the year—AND SAVE 30%— with the Discovering Countries and Cultures Around the World MEGA-Bundle. Your junior explorers will love this comprehensive set that includes 39 introductory Snapshots books, 49 11 x 17 inch reference posters, and more than 200 engaging cross-curricular activities designed to bring your multicultural studies to life. This bundle also includes the entire Holiday Traditions Around the World series (see description below) as
2nd - 5th
Geography, World History, World Languages
CCSS
RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
, RI.2.5
+22
NATIVE AMERICANS: Nations of the PACIFIC NORTHWEST Activity Pack
Explore the unique history and customs of the Pacific Northwest cultures with the Native Americans of the Pacific Northwest Activity Pack. This jam-packed set includes an introductory book that features the historical similarities and differences among eight Pacific NW nations—Chinook, Haida, Hoopa, Kwakiutl, Nuxalk, Tlingit, Tsimshian, and Yurok—and also includes FIVE engaging cross-curricular activities and an colorful reference poster. Book and Poster Resources Included:Native American Nat
2nd - 5th
Informational Text, Native Americans, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
, RI.2.7
+15
Also included in: NATIVE AMERICAN MEGA BUNDLE
TOTALLY TEXAS MEGA-BUNDLE FOR GRADES 3-5
Take an in-depth look at the unique history, geography, and symbols of the Lone Star state—and SAVE 30%—with the TOTALLY TEXAS MEGA-BUNDLE FOR GRADES 3-5. This Texas-sized bundle contains SIX activity books, NINE cross-curricular activities, and the FREE BONUS— The First Texans introductory book and activity pack. This bundle contains a wide variety of topics and formats to keep your students engaged and is designed to meet your TEKS standards. Books Included:The Amazing Life of SAM HOUST
3rd - 5th
Geography, Native Americans, Social Studies
NATIVE AMERICANS: Discovering the CHIPPEWA (OJIBWE) Nation Activity Pack
Introduce the cultural history and traditions of the Chippewa (Ojibwe) Nation with the FIVE engaging cross-curricular activities in the CHIPPEWA (OJIBWE) NATION ACTIVITY PACK. Cross-Curricular Activities Included:Chippewa Homelands is a mapping activity that focuses on the historic location of the Chippewa tribes, which were once one of the largest tribes in North America.Seven Clans of the Chippewa highlights the original seven clan animals of the Chippewa, using a cut and glue format as st
1st - 4th
Informational Text, Native Americans
CCSS
RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
, RI.2.7
+11
Also included in: NATIVE AMERICAN MEGA BUNDLE
NATIVE AMERICANS: Discovering the CHIPPEWA (OJIBWE) NATION Bundle
Explore the cultural history and language of the Chippewa (Ojibwe) people—and SAVE 20%—with the FIVE engaging cross-curricular activities and TWO language books in the Discovering the Chippewa (Ojibwe) Nation Bundle. Cross-Curricular Activities Included:Chippewa Homelands is a mapping activity that focuses on the historic location of the Chippewa tribes, which were once one of the largest tribes in North America.Seven Clans of the Chippewa highlights the original seven clan animals of the C
2nd - 5th
Native Americans, World Languages
CCSS
RI.2.4
, RI.2.7
, RI.2.10
+11
TOTALLY TEXAS ACTIVITY PACK FOR GRADES 3-5
Meeting your TEKS standards is a snap with this jam-packed activity set that covers everything from Texas geography and history to state symbols. The TOTALLY TEXAS ACTIVITY PACK FOR GRADES 3-5 includes NINE cross-curricular activities in a wide variety of engaging formats and also includes a FREE BONUS activity. Cross-Curricular Activities Included:Find that Symbol! is a cut-and-glue matching activity that features 12 state symbols.The First Texans introduces the Native American tribes of T
3rd - 5th
Geography, Informational Text, Social Studies
Also included in: TOTALLY TEXAS MEGA-BUNDLE FOR GRADES 3-5
NATIVE AMERICAN PICTOGRAPHS Game Cards and Activity Pack
Explore ancient Native American pictographs with the PICTOGRAPHS GAME CARDS AND ACTIVITY PACK. This giant 60-card set can be used in a variety of ways, including… Matching pictograph and name cardsSorting into categories of time, weather, people, places, animals, and so on.Playing memory match with two sets of cardsDuplicating multiple sets to play card games, such Go FishCreating pictograph stories Resources Included:60 Pictograph/Name Cards6 Blank Cards for adding additional pictographs3 Thu
K - 4th
Native Americans
Also included in: Native American SUPER PACK Bundle
NATIVE AMERICANS: NAVAJO NATION Activity Pack
Introduce the cultural history of one of the nation’s largest Native American tribes with the SIX engaging cross-curricular activities and colorful reference poster in the Navajo Nation Activity Pack. Cross-Curricular Activities Included:Designing a Hogan is a follow-up activity to Historic Hogans (see below) that taps into creative thinking skills as children use a pattern to design the rooms of a modern day eight-sided hogan.Diné Bahane’ (Navajo Creation Story) focuses on the four worlds o
1st - 4th
Informational Text, Native Americans, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
, RI.2.7
+14
Also included in: NATIVE AMERICAN MEGA BUNDLE
EXPLORING NATIVE AMERICAN NATIONS BUNDLE
If you’d like to highlight the rich diversity of historic Native American cultures and traditions—and SAVE 30%—then the EXPLORING NATIVE AMERICAN NATIONS BUNDLE is the perfect resource. This 230+ page bundle contains FIFTY-FIVE engaging cross-curricular activities, EIGHT language books, FOUR colorful 11 x 17 inch reference posters, and the FREE BONUS Native American Activity Pack. NATIVE AMERICAN NATIONS contains activities that provide an overview of Native American cultures in gener
2nd - 5th
Geography, Native Americans, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
, RI.2.7
+16
NATIVE AMERICANS: Discovering the CHEROKEE NATION Bundle
Explore the cultural history and language of the nation’s largest Native American tribe—and save 20%—with the SIX cross-curricular activities and TWO language books in the Discovering the Cherokee Nation Bundle. Books Included:Our Colorful World in Cherokee includes a color chart with phonetic pronunciations, traceable color names (in the Cherokee syllabary/alphabet), and illustrations of common cultural symbols. Learn to Count in Cherokee also includes phonetic pronunciations, as well as tr
1st - 4th
Native Americans, U.S. History, World Languages
CCSS
RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
, RI.2.7
+14
NORWAY: Exploring the Culture of Norway SUPER-Bundle
Take an in-depth look at the symbols, language, geography, art, and traditions of Norway—at a savings of 25%—with the THREE books, FIVE engaging activities, and colorful reference poster in the Exploring the Culture of Norway Super Bundle. Book Resources Included:Snapshots of Norway introduces the location, national flag, cultural symbols, and landmarks of Norway, along with common phrases in Norwegian. Each book in the Snapshots series also includes a crossword vocabulary/comprehension review
2nd - 5th
European History, Informational Text, World Languages
CCSS
RI.2.4
, RI.2.7
, RI.2.10
+11
Foods and Nutrition: Food Groups Printables
Encourage healthy eating habits and build content-area literacy with the engaging resources in the Foods and Nutrition series. This pack of four FREE Five Food Groups Printables is a great way to introduce or review your food groups study. Science Vocabulary Words:dairy, fruit, grain, protein, vegetable Resources Included:Five Food Groups Matching Mat uses a cut-and-glue format to create a “My Plate” illustration of the five food groups.Food Groups Mini Poster is a 12-piece puzzle that highl
PreK - 2nd
Balanced Literacy, Science, Vocabulary
TOTALLY TEXAS SUPER-BUNDLE FOR GRADES K-2
Take an in-depth look at the unique history, geography, and symbols of the Lone Star state—and SAVE 30%—with the TOTALLY TEXAS SUPER-BUNDLE FOR GRADES K-2. This Texas-sized bundle contains FOUR activity books, NINE engaging cross-curricular activities, and the FREE BONUS book, Texas Symbols: From Alamo to Topaz. Each resource is designed to meet your TEKS social studies standards as students explore the unique history, geography, and symbols of the Lone Star State. Books Included:I Live
K - 2nd
Geography, Informational Text, Social Studies
UNITED STATES: Discovering America Activity Pack for Grades 3-5
Explore the landmarks, geography, and culture of the United States with the SEVEN cross-curricular activities and colorful photo poster included in the Discovering America Activity Pack for Grades 3-5. This pack is filled with a variety of formats to keep your students engaged and includes answer keys for teacher-use or student self-check. Cross-Curricular Resources Included:Comparing Symbols is a charting activity in which students research their state symbols, then compare them with corresp
3rd - 5th
Informational Text, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.3.4
, RI.3.7
, RI.3.10
+11
Also included in: UNITED STATES: DISCOVERING AMERICA BUNDLE for Grades 3-5
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About the store
Experience
Welcome to my store! I'm Dr. Sharman Johnston (aka Dr. J), and I've been writing preschool, kindergarten, and elementary curriculum for more than forty years. I began my career as a reading specialist; and no matter what hat I’ve worn—teacher, administrator, curriculum author, or consultant—I’ve always emphasized literacy. My TPT science and social studies resources target two critical aspects of elementary school literacy—CONTENT-AREA literacy and MULTICULTURAL literacy.
All of my books, printables, posters, and games focus on content-area literacy—building the specialized vocabulary of science and social studies—because having an extensive vocabulary is not only a top predictor of reading success, it also has a huge impact on overall school success and standardized testing scores.
My science materials target topics and standards outlined in the NGSS and TEKS. In social studies, I concentrate on resources that develop a knowledge of and an appreciation for the diverse cultures in our global society.
Teaching style
My personal and professional beliefs about teaching and learning revolve around a few key themes:
I believe in INTEGRATED THEMATIC TEACHING and design materials that can be used across the curriculum.
I LOVE BOOKS! Content area take-home books not only help integrate learning, they also strengthen school-home connections.
As a lifelong MONTESSORIAN, my materials feature real-life photographs and illustrations.
My own education history
Dr. Johnston holds honors degrees from Baylor University (B.A.), Duke University (M.Ed.), and Texas Christian University (Ed.D).
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