McApey Goodies
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Bossier City, Louisiana, United States
About the store
I've spent 26 years as an English teacher, growing my skills with a B.A. in English Literature and a Master's in Educational Leadership. My teaching journey has taken me everywhere—from a busy Title I urban high school to the top-rated magnet school in the state. I've taught all phases of English, grades 6 through 12. Currently, I teach AP English Literature and Composition and Enriched English IV. I also teach Journalism and work with our school's work-based learning initiative. We recently moved to a 4x4 block, so I am navigating that and hopefully will be able to share new resources as I rethink what I have done in the past.
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Variety One-Pagers (24 Novels + Directions)
These “one-pagers” promote thoughtful appreciation and understanding of a novel or major literary work. When we create visuals or organize information for representation, we build connections and internalize information more completely. I use these in my AP Lit class, my Enriched English IV class, and my Novels class as a good way to review before a test or to review what we have read throughout the semester. Includes: Student Facing Directions Any Novel All My Rage Anxious People As I Lay Dyin
9th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
Cherry Coke & Mint Pulao Guided Notes and MC Questions (with Answer Key)
Assign-and-Go. This set of guided notes leads students through the short story Cherry Coke and Mint Pulao. After answer questions/completing the guided reading charts, students should have no trouble with the multiple choice questions that follow. Linked in Google Drive, you should be able to delete the answer key and assign through Google Classroom, Canvas, or any other LMS. Students can complete the assignment online. Need to print it? You may have to do a bit of editing to make student
11th - 12th
Close Reading, Literature, Reading
Ophelia's Flowers
Unleash your students' creativity and deepen their understanding of Shakespeare's Hamlet with this engaging set of worksheets focused on floriography—the secret language of flowers. This resource allows students to connect the emotional turmoil of Ophelia to the Victorian tradition of assigning symbolic meaning to specific blooms.
9th - 12th
Literature, Reading, Writing
Instagramming Five Scenes (Hamlet)
Turn screen time into a powerful learning experience! This engaging, ready-to-print instagram worksheet challenges students to go beyond just crafting a perfect photo caption. It transforms the popular social media platform into a dynamic tool for practicing essential writing, character development, and critical thinking skills. What's Inside?This worksheet provides five distinct sections where students will: Design the Post: They will draw or describe a compelling image for the post.Write the
6th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
"Is Brain Rot Real?" Nonfiction Article with Multiple Choice Questions
This ready-to-use resource provides a compelling, timely nonfiction passage. Designed for high school students (though it could be used with middle school students), this passage is excellent for developing reading comprehension, critical thinking, and analytical skills while tackling a relevant, real-world issue. 18 Multiple Choice questions focus on making inferences and providing text evidence. (Answers are on last page of the PDF. Don't forget! Been there, done that!)
9th - 12th
For All Subjects, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.6
+2
Excerpt from The Anxious Generation with MC Questions
This nonfiction excerpt from The Anxious Generation is a great way to start a conversation with students about technology use AND get in a little reading comprehension practice at the same time. I used the excerpt at the beginning of the school year before I outlined by expectations regarding technology in our class. I uploaded the document to ZipGrade to make it even easier to grade. I have included an Answer Key on the last page of the pdf.
9th - 12th
For All Subjects, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.6
+2
"World of Warcraft vs My Girlfriend" Passage with Writing Prompt
"World of Warcraft vs. My Girlfriend"Engage your students with a relatable, modern conflict! This comprehensive writing activity challenges students to analyze Peter Nelson’s humorous yet poignant essay, "World of Warcraft vs. My Girlfriend," and flip the narrative. By stepping into Ashley’s shoes, students practice empathy, characterization, and evidence-based creative writing.What’s Included?Creative Persona Prompt: A structured writing task requiring students to write a multi-paragraph resp
9th - 12th
For All Subjects, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.6
Medieval Box-Beds Nonfiction Article with Multiple Choice Questions
This ready-to-use resource provides a compelling, timely nonfiction passage. Designed for high school students (though it could be used with upper middle school students), this passage is excellent for developing reading comprehension, test prep practice, or to accompany a novel study. (It would be a great tie-in to Wuthering Heights!) Use Google Forms or Zipgrade to make it even easier to give and grade!
9th - 12th
For All Subjects, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.6
+2
"Reading Novels at Medical School" with Extended Response Questions
This ready-to-use resource provides a compelling, timely nonfiction passage. Designed for high school students (though it could be used with upper middle school students), this passage is excellent for developing reading comprehension, critical thinking, and analytical skills while tackling a relevant, real-world issue. Extended response questions give students the opportunity to read and react to nonfiction writing in short paragraph-length responses. Perfect for reinforcing the "answer-evide
9th - 12th
For All Subjects, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.6
+2
Why Students Are Obsessed With ‘Points Taken Off’ with MC Questions
This ready-to-use resource provides a compelling, timely nonfiction passage exploring the complex phenomenon of grade inflation in modern education. Designed for high school students, this passage is excellent for developing reading comprehension, critical thinking, and analytical skills while tackling a relevant, real-world issue. When I used it in my class, I uploaded the document to ZipGrade to make it even easier to grade. I have included an Answer Key on the last page of the pdf.
9th - 12th
For All Subjects, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.6
+2
Any Novel One Pager Template with Directions
These “one-pagers” promote thoughtful appreciation and understanding of a novel or major literary work. When we create visuals or organize information for representation, we build connections and internalize information more completely. I use these in my AP Lit class, my Enriched English IV class, and my Novels class as a good way to review before a test or to review what we have read throughout the semester.
9th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+8
"Ex-Basketball Player" Multiple Choice Questions with Writing Prompt
"Ex-Basketball Player" by John Updike – Complete Poetry Analysis & Personal Reflection BundleCapture the bittersweet reality of "the glory days" with this ready-to-use poetry lesson! This comprehensive resource centered on John Updike’s classic poem, "Ex-Basketball Player," offers a deep dive into characterization, symbolism, and the transience of fame. Full-Text Poem Analysis: Students explore the vivid world of Flick Webb, from the "cut off" streets of Pearl Avenue to the "idiot pumps" of the
9th - 12th
For All Subjects, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+4
"War of the Clowns" by Mia Couto: MC Questions (with Answer Key)
This resource is designed to assess and reinforce student understanding of the poem's key elements, including: Figurative LanguageTheme and ToneStructure and FormVocabulary and ContextWhat's Included: 20 Multiple-Choice Questions (perfect for quizzes, tests, or guided reading).A complete, easy-to-use Answer Key for quick grading.Ideal for high school ELA or AP Literature classes. Just print and teach!
9th - 12th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep
The Sun is Also a Star One-Pager
These “one-pagers” promote thoughtful appreciation and understanding of a novel or major literary work. When we create visuals or organize information for representation, we build connections and internalize information more completely. I use these in my AP Lit class, my Enriched English IV class, and my Novels class as a good way to review before a test or to review what we have read throughout the semester.
9th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
"The History Teacher" by Billy Collins: MC Questions (with Answer Key)
This resource is designed to assess and reinforce student understanding of the poem's key elements, including: Figurative LanguageTheme and ToneStructure and FormVocabulary and ContextWhat's Included: 20 Multiple-Choice Questions (perfect for quizzes, tests, or guided reading).A complete, easy-to-use Answer Key for quick grading.Ideal for high school ELA or AP Literature classes. Just print and teach! I use ZipGrade or something similar for even easier grading.
9th - 12th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Poetry
As I Lay Dying One-Pager
These “one-pagers” promote thoughtful appreciation and understanding of a novel or major literary work. When we create visuals or organize information for representation, we build connections and internalize information more completely. I use these in my AP Lit class, my Enriched English IV class, and my Novels class as a good way to review before a test or to review what we have read throughout the semester.
9th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
The Nickel Boys One-Pager
These “one-pagers” promote thoughtful appreciation and understanding of a novel or major literary work. When we create visuals or organize information for representation, we build connections and internalize information more completely. I use these in my AP Lit class, my Enriched English IV class, and my Novels class as a good way to review before a test or to review what we have read throughout the semester.
9th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
Frankenstein One-Pager
These “one-pagers” promote thoughtful appreciation and understanding of a novel or major literary work. When we create visuals or organize information for representation, we build connections and internalize information more completely. I use these in my AP Lit class, my Enriched English IV class, and my Novels class as a good way to review before a test or to review what we have read throughout the semester.
9th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
The Nickel Boys Symbols and Symbolism
This is a routine students do at the end of each novel. By finding pictures, students make memory aids for themselves. This is also a good way to get in some assertion/evidence practice in without writing an entire essay. You could then have them build a full essay using a few of the symbols. Use Kami or something similar for students to complete electronically.
9th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
The Turn of the Screw: Marketing Bly
A set of directions for an activity in which students create a real estate listing for Bly, the creepy setting of The Turn of the Screw. Ways Google Gemini says you could extend this project: Project Options: Students choose one of three roles, promoting differentiation and catering to diverse skill sets: The Real Estate Agent: Create a persuasive listing/brochure and give a "tour" (presentation) to sell Bly to a modern buyer. Focuses on persuasive writing, audience analysis, and setting descr
9th - 12th
Creative Writing, Literature, Novel Studies
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About the store
Experience
I've spent 26 years as an English teacher, growing my skills with a B.A. in English Literature and a Master's in Educational Leadership. My teaching journey has taken me everywhere—from a busy Title I urban high school to the top-rated magnet school in the state. I've taught all phases of English, grades 6 through 12. Currently, I teach AP English Literature and Composition and Enriched English IV. I also teach Journalism and work with our school's work-based learning initiative. We recently moved to a 4x4 block, so I am navigating that and hopefully will be able to share new resources as I rethink what I have done in the past.
Teaching style
Is "old-school" an option? My desks are in rows, and I believe in reading entire novels and writing complete essays. I believe in modeling my thinking for students, questioning to guide them through intricate texts, and that annotation doesn't have to look the same for everyone.
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