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I have 30 years of experience teaching middle and high school English. I teach a variety of standard literature and writing courses, and I also teach at-risk learners and honors students.
I love to keep my courses fresh and exciting with new and interesting books, projects, lessons, and parties. So many teachers have reported great success with my TPT resources, and I know you will, too! I take great pride in bringing you thoughtfully-created, carefully-written, meticulously-edited resources.
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The Grapes of Wrath Novel Study | Full Unit Plan | Quizzes, Slides, Test + More!
John Steinbeck is one of my favorite American authors, and when I first taught The Grapes of Wrath in the early 2000s, I was intimidated by the novel's scope. Each year, I committed to improving it little by little, and now I have the complete and refined resources available for you. The Slides will help you teach the novel, point by point, practically effortlessly. The questions can guide their eyes toward important plot points in each chapter, quizzes will assess your students' reading com
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Close Reading, Literature, Novel Studies
CCSS
RL.11-12.1
, RL.11-12.2
, CCRA.R.1
+4
The Grapes of Wrath Steinbeck / Unit Slides / 14 Sets /HS American Lit. AP
I am proud to share my The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck Google Slides Unit, created specifically for American Literature, honors, and AP English classes. I love teaching this novel because of the themes: struggle, perseverance, injustice, and humanity resonate every single time I read it. These materials reflect 25 years of refining this unit with my American literature and honors English students. These Slides will assist every teacher, veteran and rookie, teach the novel with depth (pl
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Close Reading, Literature, Novel Studies
CCSS
RL.11-12.1
, RL.11-12.2
, RL.11-12.3
+12
In Cold Blood by Capote / Unit Quizzes Bundle I-IV + Free Essays & Rubric
If you're teaching In Cold Blood by Truman Capote, this Quiz Bundle for Parts I–IV is a must-have resource to keep your students on track, hold them accountable, and check their understanding as the narrative unfolds. Each quiz is classroom-tested and aligned to standards, developed over 20+ years of teaching this groundbreaking nonfiction novel. This bundle includes four multiple-choice quizzes that assess reading comprehension of key events, major plot points, and character details—plus 4 B
9th - 12th
Close Reading, Literature, Novel Studies
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.3
, RL.9-10.5
+3
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Experience
I have 30 years of experience teaching middle and high school English. I teach a variety of standard literature and writing courses, and I also teach at-risk learners and honors students.
I love to keep my courses fresh and exciting with new and interesting books, projects, lessons, and parties. So many teachers have reported great success with my TPT resources, and I know you will, too! I take great pride in bringing you thoughtfully-created, carefully-written, meticulously-edited resources.
Teaching style
My teaching style centers on high levels of student engagement and challenging but fair material. I feel most successful when my students' curiosities are stimulated and when they feel appreciated and valued in the classroom.
Awards & shining teacher moments
*Awarded Teacher of the Year for my high school in 2006, acknowledging excellence in teaching.
*Honored with the Western Illinois University Most Inspirational Teacher Award in 2011, recognizing the impact of my teaching on students.
*Honored to mentor several student observers and student teachers.
*Celebrated the greatest honor when students express their enjoyment of my class and highlight the valuable learning experiences.
*Proud moments when former students choose to become English teachers, reflecting the lasting influence of my teaching.
*Published in the esteemed English Journal, contributing to the advancement of educational knowledge.
*Acknowledged as a source for Edutopia, sharing insights and expertise with the broader educational community.
*Received the Student's Choice Award in 2020, demonstrating the positive impact and appreciation from students for my teaching.
My own education history
I graduated from SIU-Carbondale in 1992 with a degree in English Education. I have taken graduate coursework in Literature at SIU-E, Washington University, and Governor's State University.
Additional biographical information
Not only am I a teacher, but I'm also a wife, and a mother of two. I am a part-time Pilates instructor and devoted tennis enthusiast. My dream is to bring my passion project www.threadedproject.com to the world and continue being a teacher-mentor for years to come.
I am deeply grateful that you have chosen my work over what else is available, and I am confident that it will be valuable to you for years to come. If you are just starting out as a teacher or have taught for many years, you will find my products valuable (and hopefully inspiring) additions to your courses.
Sincerely, thank you for visiting my store.
If you have any issues with a resource or would like to ask a questions, please email me at meredithtpt@icloud.com
Thank you!
https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Meredith-Oneill
www.merediththeenglishteacher.com
XO, Meredith
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