Mark Sager
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Sinclairville, New York, United States
About the store
I have almost 30 years of teaching ELA courses in grades 7-12 in public high schools in three states. I have held teaching certificates in New York, Ohio, and Georgia and have the most experience teaching American Literature, World Literature, Contemporary Literature, Advanced Composition, and Advanced Placement Language & Composition. I also have mentored many student teachers through the years, allowing me to create many files to help assist young teachers just starting out. I feel my teaching experience has helped me shape the many files for sale in my store.
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Intertextuality- Batman and Elmer Fudd
This is an introductory activity I use to begin my unit on intertextuality, pastiche, and parody. Students read a brief comic book story titled "Pway for Me," that mashes up Batman, Elmer Fudd, and film noir. This is also a great opportunity to do "La Belle Dame sans Merci" by Keats to introduce the idea of the femme fatale. Discussion questions follow the original comic.
9th - 11th
Close Reading, Other (Arts), Reading
A Lesson Before Dying- Pre-Reading Anticipation Guide
This anticipation guide should be implemented before a reading of Ernest J. Gaines's A Lesson Before Dying. It invites students to consider the major themes and ideas presented in the novel and is a good resource in conducting a class discussion or debate.
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in:Â A Lesson Before Dying- Assessments & Resources Packet
Of Mice and Men- Creative Project Options
This list of thirteen project options for students is to be used after reading the entirety of Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck.
8th - 10th
English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
Mock Trial- Home Invasion Packet
This FREE comprehensive packet for a home invasion case is provided by the Illinois Bar Association and gives directions for every step of your mock trial. Ancillary material is also available in my TpT store.
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Informational Text
Also included in:Â Mock Trial Resource Bundle
"The Patriot" Viewing Guide & Questions
This viewing guide has short answer questions for students as they view the film "The Patriot."
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Social Studies, U.S. History
Also included in:Â Film Studies Resource Packet
The Pursuit of Happyness & The Glass Castle Essay Test
This essay test can be used for either or both texts The Pursuit of Happyness by Chris Gardner and/or The Glass Castle by Jeanette Walls.
10th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in:Â The Pursuit of Happyness Resource Bundle
The Hive Detectives- chapters 2-3 Vocabulary Word Search
This word search puzzle, with key, contains the main vocabulary words for chapters 2-3 of the textbook The Hive Detectives: Chronicle of a Honeybee Catastrophe. The interactive flashcards and quiz associated with this list of words are also available in my TpT store.
5th - 8th
English Language Arts, Science, Vocabulary
Also included in:Â The Hive Detectives: Chronicle of a Honey Bee Catastrophe Unit
American Literature- Whitman & Dickinson Writing Assignment
This is a silly little writing assignment for students to explore a humorous thought experiment in which Walt Whitman attempts to woo Emily Dickinson. It is a fun writing assignment that takes some of the pomposity out of these two American poets and is perfect as a review tool as well.
10th - 12th
English Language Arts, Poetry
"Grizzly Man" Viewing Quiz
This quiz covers Werner Herzog's documentary "Grizzly Man."
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Writing
Also included in:Â Film Studies Resource Packet
Mock Trial- "Arson at the Mansion" Packet
This FREE mock trial from the Texas Bar Association provides step-by-step directions for implementing a mock trial. This is one of the case files you can use with the other resources, handouts, activities, and assessments found in my TpT store as a mock trial bundle.
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Informational Text
Also included in:Â Mock Trial Resource Bundle
Glossary of Legal Terms
This glossary of legal terms are for use with the mock trial materials found in my TpT store.
9th - 12th
Informational Text
Rebus Puzzles & Answer Key
Fun word games I would fit in at the start or end of any lesson. Students of all ages love these fun puzzles!
9th - 12th
English Language Arts
"The Fall of the House of Usher" Vocabulary Words & Definitions
This comprehensive list of vocabulary words and definitions for "The Fall of the House of Usher" can be implemented as part of your pre-reading activities for the short story.
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
CCRA.L.4
, CCRA.L.5
The Crucible- Main Character Summaries
These notes can be used as a study resource, or a ready and brief summary review of the main characters of Arthur Miller's play The CrucibleI.
10th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in:Â The Crucible & Puritans Packet
Mock Trial- Hazing Case Packet
This FREE packet, from the Pennsylvania Bar Association, provides comprehensive directions for implementing your own mock trial. Ancillary material is available in my TpT store.
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Informational Text
Also included in:Â Mock Trial Resource Bundle
OPTIC Graphic Organizer
This graphic organizer is perfect for analyzing art, photos, cartoons, etc. It has been a commonly used tool in my classroom throughout the years.
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Social Studies, Visual Arts
Also included in:Â Killers of the Flower Moon Assessment Bundle- Chronicle One (chapters 1-7)
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About the store
Experience
I have almost 30 years of teaching ELA courses in grades 7-12 in public high schools in three states. I have held teaching certificates in New York, Ohio, and Georgia and have the most experience teaching American Literature, World Literature, Contemporary Literature, Advanced Composition, and Advanced Placement Language & Composition. I also have mentored many student teachers through the years, allowing me to create many files to help assist young teachers just starting out. I feel my teaching experience has helped me shape the many files for sale in my store.
Teaching style
I believe first and foremost that in order to reach students, you must actively build rapport and trust. For this reason I consider myself to be a friendly and casual teacher with serious intent and purpose.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Student Teacher of the Year- SUNY at Fredonia 1995
STAR Teacher- Cobb County, Georgia 2006
AP Language & Composition Certification
CRISS Reading Certification
My own education history
AA- Jamestown Community College
BA- SUNY at Fredonia State University
MSE- SUNY at Fredonia State University
Additional biographical information
In my time off the clock I enjoy reading voraciously, hunting, fishing, and gardening. Most of these hobbies are reflected in some of the files on offer.
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