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STAAR Test Prep Week 3: Comparing & Defending Explanations (Mystery Reading Unit
STAAR Test Prep Week 3: Comparing & Defending Explanations (Mystery Reading Unit) Turn test prep into an engaging, mystery-based learning experience! This STAAR-aligned Week 3 mini-unit builds on foundational skills and pushes students to the next level— comparing explanations across texts and defending their thinking with strong evidence. Students move beyond simply identifying evidence and begin evaluating which explanation is MOST strongly supported, a high-frequency STAAR skill. 📚
6th - 8th
Reading, Reading Strategies, Writing
CCSS, TEKS
RL.7.1
, RL.7.2
, RI.7.1
+10
STAAR Test Prep Week 2: Evaluating Evidence & Explanations (Mystery Reading Unit
STAAR Test Prep Week 2: Evaluating Evidence & Explanations (Mystery Reading Unit) Turn test prep into an engaging, skill-focused experience! This Week 2 STAAR-aligned unit helps students move beyond basic comprehension and learn how to evaluate explanations and determine which ideas are best supported by evidence across multiple genres. Students will analyze mysterious texts, compare explanations, and defend their thinking using strong textual evidence—just like they are expected to do on the
6th - 8th
ELA Test Prep, Reading, Reading Strategies
CCSS, TEKS
RL.7.1
, RL.7.2
, RI.7.1
+8
STAAR Test Prep Week 1: Inference & Evidence (Mystery Reading Unit)
Struggling to get students to move beyond guessing and actually use evidence to support their thinking? This mystery-themed STAAR prep unit helps students master inference and text evidence through engaging, scaffolded practice that mirrors real STAAR questions. Students will analyze fiction, nonfiction, and poetry, compare across texts, and practice both multiple-choice and short constructed responses (SCR)—all while solving unexplained mysteries What’s Included 5 days of STAAR-aligned le
6th - 8th
ELA Test Prep, Reading, Reading Strategies
CCSS, TEKS
RL.7.1
, RL.7.9
, RI.7.1
+7
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Book Study
Complete Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone Novel Study BundleReading • Writing • Games • Behavior Management • EnrichmentBring the magic of Hogwarts into your classroom with this all-in-one novel study bundle designed for Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Perfect for grades 4–8, this resource set is packed with everything you need to engage students in meaningful literacy tasks, creative challenges, and structured behavior support. Whether you're managing a high-energy class or diving
4th - 8th
Novel Studies, Reading, Writing
Animal Myths: Paired Passage Nonfiction + Poetry +STAAR Practice +Digital PDF
Animal Myths: Paired Passage Escape RoomThis engaging digital escape room combines nonfiction and poetry to help students bust common animal myths while mastering STAAR-aligned paired passage skills. Each level challenges students to read two texts, answer STAAR-style multiple choice questions, and unlock the next stage through correct answers. Designed to boost comprehension, comparison, and inference skills in a fun, low-pressure format. Perfect for: STAAR Reading Test Prep Reading Centers or
5th - 7th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Informational Text
TEKS
LA.6.5.F
, LA.6.5.H
, LA.6.9.A
+2
Harry Potter Book vs. Movie | Compare & Contrast Activities + Reflection
Harry Potter Book vs. Movie CompanionCompare & Contrast Scenes · Literary Reflections · Critical Thinking PromptsThis printable and digital-ready companion is the perfect way to help students engage with Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone through a critical media lens. Students will analyze how key scenes are presented in both the book and the film, reflect on the impact of changes, and explore why filmmakers adapt stories the way they do. Whether you're wrapping up your novel unit or diving
4th - 8th
Novel Studies, Reading, Writing
Also included in: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Book Study
The Great House Cup Challenge - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone activities
House Cup Challenge: A Magical Team GameBring Hogwarts to your classroom with this engaging, team-based competition inspired by Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.The House Cup Challenge is a complete, print-and-play classroom game designed to build teamwork, spark creativity, and deepen students’ comprehension through four unique and magical rounds. Perfect for book units, review days, end-of-year fun, or classroom celebrations. What’s Included:Round 1: Sorting Hat Riddles – Students solve c
4th - 8th
Close Reading, Novel Studies, Reading
Also included in: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Book Study
STAAR ECR Writing | Sentence Bidding Game | The Continental Evidence Auction
The Continental Evidence AuctionLooking for a way to make STAAR ECR writing feel like a mission, not a chore? Step into the high-stakes world of The Continental Evidence Auction, where students must build the strongest Extended Constructed Response using only the coins they’re given. Every sentence has a cost—and every choice counts. This interactive, STAAR-aligned writing game helps students internalize what makes a response strong by challenging them to evaluate controlling ideas, reasons, ev
6th - 8th
ELA Test Prep, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
CCSS, TEKS
CCRA.W.2
, CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.W.5
+9
Root Word Mastery Bundle | Units 1–3 + Root Word Games, Trackers & Displays
Root Word of the Week first semester bundle - Units 1–3 + Bingo Game & Word Wall KitYour one-stop root word toolkit for the entire first semester!Looking to build your students’ vocabulary skills all year long? This comprehensive Root Word of the Week Bundle combines three full units of word work with engaging Bingo games, a flexible student tracker, and a ready-to-print bulletin board display kit — everything you need for morphology instruction, review, and enrichment in one place. What
5th - 8th
Grammar, Reading, Vocabulary
Flip the prompt - ECR & SCR practice
Need your students to actually understand what a prompt is asking? These Flip the Prompt task cards are here to save the day. With two STAAR-aligned sets, students get repeated practice rewriting prompts—one of the most overlooked but essential skills for strong constructed responses. What’s Included: Set 1: Cards with STAAR-style prompts and student-friendly sample rewrites on the back Set 2: Cards with prompts and scaffolded guiding questions on the back Teacher instruction cards for each
5th - 8th
ELA Test Prep, Writing, Writing-Essays
CCSS, TEKS
CCRA.W.1
, CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.W.5
+7
World Religions & Belief Systems: Inclusive Classroom Reference Book + Posters
Religions from Around the World: A Classroom Guide to Beliefs, Values & Understanding Create an inclusive and respectful classroom with this beautifully designed resource that introduces students to seven major world belief systems. This bundle includes a full informational booklet and matching posters, all written in student-friendly language that promotes empathy, curiosity, and critical thinking. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school, this resource supports Social and Emotional Learn
3rd - 12th
Classroom Community, Religion, Social Emotional Learning
Reading Assessment Toolkit: Pre–Mid–Final Quizzes + Data Trackers
This all-in-one Reading Assessment Toolkit gives you everything you need to track student growth across the year — from the first week of school through STAAR prep! With editable Google Forms, printable PDFs, and Canva templates, you’ll be able to assess, reteach, and plan confidently. Each assessment mirrors STAAR rigor and includes fiction and nonfiction passages, TEKS-aligned multiple-choice questions, short constructed responses (SCR), and an extended constructed response (ECR).Perfect fo
6th - 8th
ELA Test Prep, Reading, Writing-Essays
CCSS, TEKS
RL.6.2
, RL.6.3
, RL.6.5
+19
Root Word of the Week: Unit 1 | 6 Weeks of No-Prep Word Work (VIS to ACT)
Root Word of the Week: Unit 1 (VIS, SPEC, AUD, DICT, GRAPH, ACT)6 Weeks of No-Prep Word Work | Daily Activities, Quizzes, & Answer KeysLooking for a consistent, engaging way to teach Greek & Latin root words?This 6-week resource gives you everything you need to make vocabulary meaningful — without the prep! Each week focuses on one root word with 5-minute daily activities that build word awareness, reinforce meaning, and keep students thinking creatively. Includes printable student booklets, te
6th - 8th
Grammar, Reading, Vocabulary
CCSS, TEKS
CCRA.L.4
, LA.7.2.C
Nonsense Creature Poetry Assignment | Fun Creative Writing & Portmanteau Words
Get your students excited about writing with this engaging nonsense creature poetry assignment! They’ll create their own silly creatures, blend words into portmanteau, and write imaginative poems with rhyme, figurative language, and sound effects. Great for ELA, writing centers, and ELLs! What’s Included?2 Student Worksheets (With & Without Sentence Stems) Build-a-Monster Word Cards for brainstormingPortmanteau Word Lesson & Practice ActivitiesStep-by-Step Teacher Guide with RubricCreative W
6th - 8th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Poetry
CCSS, TEKS
RL.6.4
, RL.6.5
, W.6.3
+10
Plot Twist: Setting Shuffle – Creative Writing Cards for Middle School
What happens when a storm rolls into the middle of your story—or your character gets transported from a grocery store to a haunted circus? Plot Twist: Setting Shuffle helps students understand just how much setting shapes plot, tone, and conflict. This flexible writing resource includes: Engaging plot prompt cards written as short story scenes Setting Shuffle cards that throw students into unexpected environments A student answer sheet for rewriting and reflecting A complete teacher instruct
5th - 8th
Creative Writing, Writing
CCSS, TEKS
CCRA.W.3
, CCRA.W.4
, CCRA.W.5
+8
First 5 Days of ELA – Back-to-School Mini-Lessons
Looking to launch your ELA class with purpose, structure, and student voice? This print-and-go + editable resource includes everything you need to build routines, spark engagement, and get to know your students during the first week of school. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school ELA teachers, this resource is low prep, highly structured, and full of meaningful tasks that set the tone for a strong year. ✅ What’s Included: Student Packet (PDF):Daily warm-upsReading & writing identity s
5th - 7th
Other (ELA), Reading, Writing
CCSS, TEKS
CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.10
, CCRA.W.10
+3
Theme Speed Dating
Theme Speed Dating Game – Engaging ELA Activity!Make theme analysis fun and interactive with this Theme Speed Dating Game! Students rotate through different genre-based excerpts, discussing how each text conveys a common theme. By the end, they reflect on which genre was most effective at delivering the theme and why. What’s Included:Short genre-based excerpts (fiction, nonfiction, drama, poetry, speeches)Student reflection sheetsDiscussion questions to guide analysisStep-by-step teacher ins
6th - 9th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts
CCSS, TEKS
RL.6.1
, RL.6.2
, RL.6.9
+3
Fact versus Opinion - I do, We do, You do included
Fact vs. Opinion Debate Activities | Engaging ELA LessonGet your students thinking critically and debating passionately with this high-interest Fact vs. Opinion activity! Perfect for 6th-8th grade ELA, this resource makes argument analysis fun with engaging topics: What’s Included:✅ Debate Passages:Marvel vs. DC (Which franchise is better?)Minecraft vs. Fortnite (Which game reigns supreme?)Green Day vs. The Offspring (Ultimate punk rock band?)✅ Fact vs. Opinion Sorting & Graphic Organizers
6th - 8th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Informational Text
CCSS, TEKS
RI.6.6
, RI.6.8
, RI.6.9
+1
My first year at Hogwarts - A Sorcerer's Stone Book Study
Bring the magic of Hogwarts into your classroom with this engaging novel study journal! Designed for middle-grade readers, this resource transforms each chapter of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone into a meaningful learning adventure with warm-ups, writing prompts, and creative projects. What's Included:Daily warm-ups to spark imagination and discussionChapter-by-chapter diary reflections that guide students through character development, theme, and key eventsCreative response activities l
5th - 8th
Novel Studies, Reading, Writing
TEKS
LA.6.5.F
, LA.6.5.B
, LA.6.5.E
+10
Also included in: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Book Study
Percy Jackson: Myth vs. Movie Comparison Booklet
⚡ Percy Jackson: Myth vs. Movie Comparison Booklet A Student-Friendly Companion to The Lightning Thief Film | Grades 5–8Take your Percy Jackson unit to the next level with this ready-to-use, print-and-go companion booklet! This engaging resource allows students to dive deep into the Greek myths behind Percy Jackson and the Olympians: The Lightning Thief — and compare how they’re adapted in the movie. This companion includes 7 core myths referenced in the film, each one followed by a structure
5th - 8th
Literature, Novel Studies, Reading
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Experience
7 Years teaching in Texas
Teaching style
Welcome! I’m a 7th and 8th grade Academic Literacy Lab teacher in Texas, specializing in TEKS-aligned, data-driven instruction that actually helps students grow.
After 6 years teaching 6th grade ELAR, I’ve learned how to break down complex reading and writing skills into clear, engaging, and manageable steps—especially for struggling readers, SPED, and EB students.
My resources are scaffolded, classroom-tested, and designed to save you time while making learning accessible and engaging for all students.
If you’re looking for student-friendly materials you can use immediately—plus a little pop culture fun (and yes… Keanu Reeves makes an appearance)—you’re in the right place.
Let’s make learning engaging, effective, and actually stick.
My own education history
Bachelor's in Psychology - University of Houston
Master's in Education: Curriculum and Instruction - St. Thomas university
Additional biographical information
I live in Texas with my 3 kids, who have grown up and left me behind. Now I spend my time trying to find ways to get apathetic middle schoolers excited about reading and writing
I love playing games to teach and reinforce skills, so I have been making a lot of task cards, relay races, escape rooms. I thought this would be a good way to share.
Keanu Reeves is the theme of my classroom, so most card sets have at least one reference to him.
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