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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
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
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
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
Chapters and Cheeseburgers: A Character Analysis Choice Menu Project
Chapters & Cheeseburgers: A Character Analysis Choice Menu ProjectLooking for a creative way to teach character analysis that goes beyond basic worksheets? Chapters & Cheeseburgers is a tasty, engaging project where students "order" their final product by choosing from a menu of appetizers, entrées, and desserts — each focused on key literary analysis skills. Perfect for:Middle school ELA (Grades 5–8)Any novel, short story, or lit circle bookEnd-of-unit projects or choice boardsDifferentiated
5th - 8th
Novel Studies, Reading, Writing
CCSS, TEKS
RL.6.1
, RL.6.3
, RL.6.9
+12
Keanu's SCR Challenge
Keanu’s SCR Challenge – STAAR-Aligned Writing PracticeEngage your students in meaningful writing practice with a twist of action-hero energy!This Short Constructed Response (SCR) challenge is STAAR-aligned, SPED and EB-friendly, and full of high-interest prompts inspired by the legendary Keanu Reeves. Whether you're reviewing character traits, theme, or author’s purpose, this resource keeps kids focused, accountable, and having fun. What’s Included:20+ Keanu-themed SCR Challenge Cards (2 per pa
5th - 8th
ELA Test Prep, Reading, Writing
CCSS, TEKS
RL.6.4
, RL.6.5
, RI.6.1
+20
Finding Nemo vs. Hatchet- Paired Text & Movie Analysis
Engage your students with this unique paired text and movie comparison booklet! This standards-aligned resource guides students through key survival scenes in Finding Nemo and Hatchet, helping them analyze character reactions, challenges, and themes. Students will compare and contrast literary and visual storytelling while building inference, text evidence, and reflection skills. What’s Included:Student booklet with scene-based comparison questionsFinal reflection writing taskGraphic organizer
4th - 8th
Novel Studies, Reading, Writing
TEKS
LA.6.5.F
, LA.6.5.E
, LA.6.5.G
+3
Also included in: My Survival Literacy Toolkit | Hatchet Journal + Movie Companion Pack
Back-to-School Escape Room: 4 Fun Icebreaker Challenges to Build Community
Who’s Who? Back-to-School Icebreaker Escape Room4 Rounds of No-Prep Team-Building Fun for the First Week of School!Make back-to-school a blast with this classroom-ready escape room designed to get your students moving, talking, and laughing — without the need for fictional profiles or complicated setup! Who’s Who? includes four rounds of engaging icebreaker activities that help students build real connections while working together to “escape.” What’s Included:✅ 4 printable + digital rounds of
5th - 8th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects, Not Subject Specific
Root Word of the Week – Unit 3 (Crypt, Uni, & Cent)
❄️ Root Word of the Week: Unit 3 CRYPTO • UNI • CENT “No Prep – Just Print and Use!”Get ready to warm up your students’ vocabulary skills this winter! Designed with seasonal flair and engaging, bite-sized routines, this 3-week Root Word of the Week packet is perfect for December word work — whether you’re in Academic Literacy Lab, intervention, or whole-class settings. ✅ What’s Included:3 full weeks of instruction (1 root per week: CRYPTO, UNI, CENT)Daily activities (Monday–Friday): cre
5th - 8th
Grammar, Reading, Vocabulary
Finding Nemo Movie Companion | 6th Grade ELA Reading Comprehension | Dyslexia
Finding Nemo Movie CompanionDyslexia-Friendly Skills Booklet | 6th Grade ELA | STAAR-AlignedBring engagement, scaffolding, and smiles to your classroom with this dyslexia-friendly reading companion for Finding Nemo! Whether you're wrapping up the year, planning a sub day, or offering targeted support, this STAAR-aligned booklet offers everything you need to keep students reading, thinking, and responding with purpose. What’s Included:Student Skills Booklet (PDF) Engaging, dyslexia-friendly for
4th - 7th
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading Strategies, Writing
TEKS
LA.6.5.F
, LA.6.5.B
, LA.6.5.E
+5
Figurative Language Bingo
Make figurative language meaningful and memorable with this interactive bingo activity.This resource helps students identify and analyze similes, metaphors, personification, hyperbole, idioms, and more using ready-to-read examples and original poems. Designed with multiple entry points, this set includes beginner-friendly clue strips and more advanced, STAAR-style poems for close reading and challenge. Perfect for test prep, small groups, stations, or a fun classroom review. What’s Included: M
5th - 8th
ELA Test Prep, Literature, Poetry
CCSS, TEKS
RL.6.4
, CCRA.L.5
, LA.6.5.F
+3
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About the store
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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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