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With over 17 years of experience in education, I bring a wealth of specialized knowledge to my classroom resources. My background spans roles as a Classroom Teacher, Reading Specialist, Subject Matter Expert, and Adjunct Professor. I specialize in coaching and mentoring pre-service teachers, specifically in the area of literacy and reading endorsements. Every resource I create is designed with this 'expert' lens—ensuring that the activities are pedagogically sound, high-impact, and grounded in the Science of Reading.
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Reading & Writing NO PREP SUB PLAN: Argumentative Speech, Quiz, & Writing Task
This high-interest, no-prep resource is the perfect plug-and-play solution for an emergency sub plan or a focused literacy lesson on Artificial Intelligence (AI) in schools. Students will engage with a timely argumentative speech, practice active reading and text-marking, and demonstrate comprehension through a multiple choice assessment and open-ended response questions. Included with your purchase:Argumentative Speech: A clear, balanced text intended for upper elementary aged students explo
3rd - 6th
ELA Test Prep, Reading, Reading Strategies
CCSS
CCRA.R.6
, CCRA.R.8
, CCRA.R.10
Digital Context Clues Interactive Sort Activity | Google Slides for Tutoring
Looking for an engaging, zero-prep way to help your students master vocabulary? This Context Clues Interactive Sort is a fully digital Google Slides activity designed specifically to help students use context clues to decode unfamiliar words.Whether you are teaching in a traditional classroom, running a small group intervention, or looking for the perfect resource for online interactive tutoring, this product delivers!What’s Included:Interactive Sorting Slide: Students read 18 sentences containi
3rd - 6th
ELA Test Prep, Reading, Vocabulary
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
CCRA.L.4
, LA.4.3.B
, LA.5.3.B
+2
"A Modest Proposal" Assessment: 15-Question Quiz & Detailed Explanations
Challenge your high schoolers to look beyond the surface of Jonathan Swift’s most famous satirical essay, "A Modest Proposal." This 15-question multiple-choice assessment is designed to measure student understanding of rhetorical devices, irony, and social commentary. Rather than just testing recall, these questions require students to analyze Swift's persona and the logic behind his shocking proposal. What’s Included:15 Multiple-Choice QuestionsComplete Answer KeyDetailed Answer Explanations**A
8th - 11th
Literature, Reading, Science of Reading
QUIZ: "Cross of Gold" Speech by William Jennings Bryan (1896)
Designed specifically for 10th-grade ELA and History classrooms, this comprehensive quiz focuses on William Jennings Bryan’s 1896 "Cross of Gold" speech. The assessment features a variety of question types with answers & explanations for teacher reference. Key FeaturesRhetorical Analysis: Questions focus on Bryan’s use of metaphors, biblical allusions, and the emotional appeals that defined his "silver-standard" platform.Contextual Understanding: Assesses student knowledge of the Gilded Age,
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, Reading, U.S. History
PERFECT SUB PLAN: ELA Mystery Text Analysis & Creative Writing Narrative Packet
Engage your students with a high-interest, "mystery-themed" literacy experience! This comprehensive packet seamlessly blends critical reading analysis with creative writing, making it the perfect choice for a rigorous sub plan, 1-2 periods writing workshop, or a "mystery" unit supplement. What’s Included in This Adventure?Guided Text Analysis: Students dive into "The Whispering Woods," practicing annotation using provided prompts.Story Element Detective: Students use textual evidence to anal
5th - 8th
Creative Writing, Reading, Writing
Galileo’s Letter to Grand Duchess Christina Assessment | Rhetorical Analysis
Are you looking for a rigorous, standards-aligned way to assess your students' understanding of Galileo’s "Letter to the Grand Duchess Christina"? This 20-question multiple-choice assessment is designed to challenge students' comprehension of both the historical context and the sophisticated rhetorical strategies used by one of history's greatest scientists. What’s Included:Direct Link to Galileo's Letter20 Multiple-Choice Questions: Covers central ideas, tone, rhetorical appeals (Ethos, Logos
9th - 12th
Informational Text, Reading, World History
Interactive Affix Word Sort | Morphology & Vocabulary Practice | Digital
Looking for a quick, engaging, and zero-prep way to check your students' understanding of prefixes and suffixes? This interactive Affix Sort for Google Slides™ is the perfect digital activity to reinforce morphology, root words, and vocabulary skills! Students will analyze a variety of words and determine if they contain a prefix, a suffix, both, or no affix at all.What’s Included:Slide 1 (Student Activity): A clean, interactive sorting board where students drag and drop words into the correct c
3rd - 6th
ELA Test Prep, Science of Reading, Vocabulary
Poetry Activity: My Doggy Ate My Essay
Your purchase includes: A complete copy of the poem, "My Doggy Ate My Essay," by Darren Sardelli. 15 Multiple Choice Questions aligned to Florida's B.E.S.T. StandardsANSWER KEY + DETAILED EXPLANATIONS INCLUDEDResource is supported by the Science of Reading. Questions address Poetry benchmarks and including poetic forms, character analysis, and figurative language.
2nd - 5th
ELA Test Prep, Poetry, Science of Reading
The Danger of a Single Story: Comprehensive Assessment & Answer Key
Help your students dive deep into Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie’s powerful TED Talk with this comprehensive assessment. This resource goes beyond basic recall, challenging students to analyze the intersection of power, cultural identity, and the importance of diverse narratives. READY-TO-PRINT EDITABLE WORD DOCUMENT INCLUDES:10 Rigorous Multiple-Choice Questions: Questions address main themes, rhetorical devices, and key anecdotes like Adichie’s experience in Mexico and her roommate’s misconceptions.
8th - 11th
For All Subjects, Reading, Science of Reading
Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God: Rhetorical Analysis Quiz
Help your students master rhetorical analysis with this rigorous, 15-question quiz on Jonathan Edwards’ sermon, "Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God." Aligned with Florida's 10th-grade ELA standards (B.E.S.T.), this assessment moves beyond simple recall to challenge students on author’s purpose, figurative language, rhetorical devices, and central ideas. Why this quiz works for your classroom:Standards-Aligned: Directly targets Florida's rigorous B.E.S.T. standards (ELA.10.R.3.4, ELA.10.R.2.1,
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, Literature, Science of Reading
Constantly Risking Absurdity - QUIZ & ANSWER KEY
Challenge your students to walk the "high wire" of literary analysis with this 5-question assessment for Lawrence Ferlinghetti’s "Constantly Risking Absurdity (#15)." Far from a simple recall test, this quiz is designed to mirror the complexity of the poem itself. It pushes students beyond the surface level, asking them to evaluate the precarious relationship between the artist, the audience, and the elusive nature of "Beauty." What’s Included?2 Scaffolding Questions: One multiple-choice and one
7th - 10th
Literature, Poetry, Science of Reading
CCSS
RL.11-12.4
, RL.11-12.5
Yeats' "The Second Coming" - Quiz & Open Response Assessment
Elevate your curriculum with this assessment designed to challenge and engage students with W.B. Yeats’ hauntingly prophetic poem. This resource is perfect for high school students exploring Modernism, apocalyptic themes, or complex imagery. This product is meticulously crafted to move beyond surface-level recall, encouraging students to grapple with the "widening gyre" and the "rough beast" through both structured and analytical formats. What’s Included?A Copy of Yeats' poem, "The Second Coming
9th - 12th
Close Reading, Poetry, Science of Reading
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.5
, RI.9-10.2
+1
"Checkers" Speech Assessment: 15-Question Quiz & Detailed Explanations
Are you looking for a quick, comprehensive way to assess your students’ understanding of Richard Nixon’s famous "Checkers" speech? This 15-question multiple-choice quiz is designed to test both basic comprehension and deeper rhetorical analysis, making it the perfect "no-prep" addition to your ELA or History unit. This assessment dives into the historical context of the 1952 election, Nixon’s use of ethos, pathos, and logos, and the groundbreaking impact of television on American politics. What
9th - 12th
ELA Test Prep, Reading, U.S. History
Abraham Lincoln Reading Comprehension Informational Text & Questions
Designed specifically for upper elementary readers, this reading comprehension packet is a great activity for students to complete independently or with a substitute. If you purchase this packet, you will receive a complete copy of the informational text, "Abraham Lincoln: Honest Abe", and seven sections of questions that assess students' vocabulary and comprehension abilities. ***ANSWER KEY INCLUDED***Aligned with Florida's B.E.S.T. ELA Standards:ELA.3.R.2.2, ELA.3.R.2.3, ELA.3.R.3.2
2nd - 5th
Informational Text, Reading, Science of Reading
PRINT & GO: Exploring "A White Heron"
Maximize your classroom time with this comprehensive, "No-Prep" Literature Study for Sarah Orne Jewett’s classic short story, "A White Heron ." Use it for a 1-2 day sub-packet, a homework assignment, or a literature circle guide. Teacher’s Note: Historical VocabularyContextual Language: This resource includes the original, unabridged text of Sarah Orne Jewett’s 1886 masterpiece.Etymology & Usage: Students may notice the word "pussy" on page 2. In the 19th-century New England setting, this was
8th - 11th
ELA Test Prep, Literature, Science of Reading
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+2
"The Crocodile" by Lewis Carroll – Poetry Analysis & 10-Question Quiz Pack
Help your students dive into the whimsical (and slightly devious!) world of Lewis Carroll with this comprehensive resource for the classic poem, "The Crocodile." Known for its clever wordplay and vibrant imagery, this poem is an excellent tool for teaching irony, visualization, and vocabulary. This poem is in the public domain. Standards-Aligned: Directly targets Florida's rigorous B.E.S.T. standards (ELA.2.R.1.2, ELA.2.R.1.4, ELA.2.R.3.2, and more). What's Included:Full Poem Text: A clean, eas
1st - 4th
ELA Test Prep, Poetry, Science of Reading
CCSS
RL.2.4
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.L.5
PRINT & GO Creative Writing SUB PLAN!
Engage your students in a high-interest creative writing mystery! This multi-page resource is designed to keep students focused and writing for 30-40 minutes. Why Teachers Love It: Zero Prep: Just print and hand it out—perfect for emergency sub folders!Scaffolded Success: The brainstorming and planning pages ensure that even your most reluctant writers have a plan before they start.Flexible Use: Great for 3rd and 4th grade, and works well as a morning work task or a creative writing assessment.
2nd - 5th
Creative Writing, ELA Test Prep, Writing
CCSS
W.3.3
, W.3.4
, CCRA.W.3
+2
NO PREP Winter Phonics Vowel Team Bundle
Aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. ELA Benchmarks! This No-Prep Winter Bundle provides high-interest phonics practice for upper elementary and/or remedial secondary learners. What’s Included in this 2-Pack Bundle?This resource contains two complete sets of activities (one for AI/AY and one for EA/EE) featuring: Word Sorts: Categorize 20 Tier 2 vocabulary words to identify spelling patterns.Vowel Team Mazes: A high-engagement visual activity where students track the correct vowel team to reach a winte
1st - 4th
Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Daily Behavior Tracker (DIGITAL and PRINTABLE)
EVIDENCE-BASED, HIGHLY EFFECTIVE Daily Behavior Tracker. Proven Effective for Struggling Middle Schoolers!!! This is a fully editable Daily Conduct Sheet. Designed for students who need consistent feedback and accountability, this resource is perfect for Special Education teachers, Counselors, and Administrators managing Tier 2 or Tier 3 behavior interventions. Form is simple to use once all teachers are on board. Teachers simply provide quick "YES or NO" feedback for three specific, high-impa
Not Specific
Character Education, Not Subject Specific, School Counseling
"Fieldmouse" Facts Quiz for 2nd Grade
This is a 20-question ready-to-print, editable multiple choice quiz based on the poem, “The Fieldmouse,” by Cecil Frances Alexander. ANSWER KEY INCLUDED. **Aligned to Florida B.E.S.T. ELA Benchmarks and is based on a poem from Florida's List of Sample Texts by Grade Level**
2nd - 5th
ELA Test Prep, Poetry, Science of Reading
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About the store
Experience
With over 17 years of experience in education, I bring a wealth of specialized knowledge to my classroom resources. My background spans roles as a Classroom Teacher, Reading Specialist, Subject Matter Expert, and Adjunct Professor. I specialize in coaching and mentoring pre-service teachers, specifically in the area of literacy and reading endorsements. Every resource I create is designed with this 'expert' lens—ensuring that the activities are pedagogically sound, high-impact, and grounded in the Science of Reading.
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