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"You teach teenagers???" (with a disgusted facial expression). This is the usual reaction I get when I tell people the grades I have taught. However, a select, odd-ball, and somewhat sardonic group of us, have found Middle School and High School to be our home. Call us crazy, gutsy, or label us with some outlandish martyr-complex. What we know that the others don't, however, looking out at us with concern through the sun-catcher-laden windows of their perfect elementary classrooms, is that the struggle is worth it. It's WORTH IT. Our students don't dote on us that unconditional love so easily bestowed by young children. Any respect or admiration that we receive (trust us) we have EARNED. That is what makes teaching teenagers so rewarding, for those of us who can handle daily re-enactments of "Mean Girls" and occasional scenes that could rival the best of National Geographic. This crazy, drama-central jungle-gym is where I have found some of the most powerful of adventures.
I have taught Language Arts, Remedial Reading, Elective Drama, and Elective Nutrition to a wide-range of students, including gifted and special needs. My biggest success each year has been instilling in my students a love and passion for reading and writing, particularly in those students who have never enjoyed either in previous years. In addition, I delight in the overall role I play in raising my students' self-esteem (which is often in a delicate state) and praising them to success when their support systems at home fall short.
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And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie BUNDLED UNIT
This super spooky And Then There Were None unit is packed with super fun and original activities & writing prompts and has everything you need ready to go! Recently updated and expanded, this COMPLETE NOVEL UNIT BUNDLE includes all of the individual products that I offer for my Who Done It -And Then There Were None series. This product includes: -Who Done It Evidence Tracking Comprehension Packet & instructions -2 super fun and interactive class activities (no prep!) -1 project with instru
8th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.3
, RL.9-10.5
+45
Where The Red Fern Grows Final Novel Comprehension Test & Answer Key
One of the most beloved stories of all time, Where The Red Fern Grows is sure to be a hit with your middle school students like it has been year after year with mine! Don't be surprised by tears though -even from the boys!! This classic story transcends time and is so relatable for both boys and girls of all ages. Nature lovers, animal lovers, hunters, adventure-seekers, and sentimentalists alike -this story truly is a crowd-pleaser. Wilson Rawls' classic story is so fun to read that your st
5th - 7th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
Grimm's Fairytales Complete Unit (bundled & newly updated & expanded)
My all-time best-selling product, Grimm's Fairytales Complete Unit, just got an upgrade! This unit now features a new super fun & modern interactive classroom activity, expanded & more detailed lesson plans, plus a bonus art project! I hope you will love using this unit as much as I have enjoyed using it with my students! Read on for lots more details about this unit!
Middle School students love reading the Grimm's Fairytales. Most people, even adults, haven't read the original Grimm's Fairytal
5th - 7th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Literature
And Then There Were None Test (chapters 1-8)
High School and advanced 8th grade students love this classic murder mystery by Agatha Christie, which is still as thrilling and horrifying today as it was more than 75 years ago! With its thrilling plot twists, rich vocabulary, and timeless suspense, this novel is sure to be an instant hit with your students!
This Comprehension Test covers the first eight chapters of the novel, and challenges your students in the areas of characterization, plot points, inference, and (optional) vocabulary. If
8th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
The Count of Monte Cristo Final Novel Test & Answer Key
Even though The Count of Monte Cristo was written more than 150 years ago, the story is just as thrilling as it ever was. Your high school students will be engrossed in the Count's schemes of revenge and will be shocked by all the twists and turns along the way. This novel is an excellent choice for introducing your students to the literature of the 19th century; eliminating the stigma that sometimes exists among young readers that classic literature requires that it be boring. The Count of Mont
8th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
And Then There Were None Test (chapters 9-16 & epilogue)
High School and advanced 8th grade students love this classic murder mystery by Agatha Christie, which is still as thrilling and horrifying today as it was more than 75 years ago! With its thrilling plot twists, rich vocabulary, and timeless suspense, this novel is sure to be an instant hit with your students!
This Comprehension Test covers the last eight chapters and epilogue of the novel, and challenges your students in the areas of characterization, plot points, inference, quotations, and (
8th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
A Visit from St. Nicolas, 'Twas the Night Before Christmas! Poetry 6th-9th grade
If you think Clement Clark Moore's famous poem is just for little kids or "under grade-level" for teens, think again! This poem is loaded with beautiful imagery and similes that make the text pop and has some challenging vocabulary as well. Your middle school or early high school students will love this mini, two-three day unit! Perfect for the week before Christmas break, this unit is light-hearted and nostalgic without compromising on content. While fun and festive, these activities are in no
6th - 9th
English Language Arts, Poetry, Reading
The Most Dangerous Game Comprehension Test
One of the most beloved short-stories of all time, Richard Connell's "The Most Dangerous Game" is a timeless action story that continues to excite students even today. This story is sure to be an instant hit with advanced middle school, or high school students. If your school does not already have copies of this story in the library or literature books, there are many free pdf versions of the story online that you can print off and copy to have for class sets! ENJOY!
This 25 question test fe
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Reading, Short Stories
And Then There Were None -Who Done It? Evidence Tracking Packet
High School and advanced 8th grade students love this classic murder mystery by Agatha Christie, which is still as thrilling and horrifying today as it was more than 75 years ago! With its thrilling plot twists, rich vocabulary, and timeless suspense, this novel is sure to be an instant hit with your students! This Evidence Tracking Packet approaches comprehension and plot-points from a way more fun perspective than the antiquated and monotonous question and answer format. Your students will ap
8th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.8.1
, RL.8.3
, RL.8.10
+5
POOH-STICKS! Game, activity, & quiz all-in-one for A.A. Milne's Winnie The Pooh
About this product“POOH-sticks” is as versatile as it is fun! It begins with a craft in which your students get to cut out, color, and paste the Winnie-the-pooh characters onto popsicle sticks. These are the students’ “POOH-sticks” and will be used in a whole-class comprehension game following the completion of each of the ten chapters in A.A Milne’s beloved novel, Winnie-the-Pooh. The students will then respond to quotes and questions at the completion of each assigned or read-aloud chapter by
1st - 4th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
Oedipus Rex / Oedipus the King Test & Answer Key
Arguably the most famous Greek tragedy of all time, Oedipus Rex, or Oedipus the King, is a fabulous choice for introducing your students to the world of the Greek tragedy. The stomach-twisting plot, heart-wrenching angst, and expected yet unexpected tragedies that occur in this play never fail to baffle, stun, and intrigue young readers. In addition to delivering on drama, shock & awe, and suspense, this play is integral to introducing your students to the literary devices of situational and d
10th - 12th
Drama, English Language Arts, Literature
3 day nutrition unit for teens: featuring Joe Cross' THE KIDS MENU documentary
Take the time to teach your students about nutrition! This NEW 3-day unit is a great addition to any Health class or Physical Education course, but could also be included in core subjects -LA, Science, even Social Studies. Thank you for being ambassadors for the health of your students!
This 3-day unit includes:
1.) a movie fill-in packet for Joe Cross' documentary "THE KIDS MENU" which is available for instant-stream on Netflix, among other places. What I love about this documentary, and why
7th - 12th
For All Subjects, Health, Writing
12 Angry Men (Jurors) Comprehension Test & Answer Key
This classic play features timeless issues that are just as current today as they were in the 1950s. This play is especially fun to perform as a reader's theater with your high school or advanced 8th grade students. It is also an incredible play to read to open dialogue and debate about issues such as prejudice, bias, and racism.
This product includes:
-1 comprehension test (covering entire play)
-Answer Key
If you purchase this product, I would SO appreciate a rating or comment! Thanks!
8th - 12th
Drama, English Language Arts, Literature
NUTRITION FOR TEENS; 3 week unit, 88 pages of activities, labs, games & more
Take the time to teach your students about nutrition! Big FAT Lies exposes the TRUTH about where our food comes from and what we are really doing to our bodies. But more importantly, this unit will inspire your students to make changes and take charge of their own health destinies! This NEW 88 page, 3 week unit is a great addition to any Health class or Physical Education course, but could also be included in core subjects -LA, Science, even Social Studies. Thank you for being ambassadors for th
7th - 12th
English Language Arts, Health
Literary Devices Test & Answer Key
This test covers 13 of the most common and important literary devices & figurative language:
-Imagery
-Simile
-Metaphor
-Personification
-Onomatopoeia
-Foreshadowing
-Hyperbole
-Symbolism
-Irony
-Oxymoron
-Theme
-Alliteration
-Assonance
This product includes:
-20 question Literary Device / Figurative Language Test (matching & multiple choice)
-Answer Key
If you download this product, PLEASE give me a rating or comment, even if it is just a few words! THANK YOU!
7th - 11th
English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Poetry
Nutrition for teens: Class Activity, Worksheet, Quiz & Answer Key (NO PREP!)
Food 411 is a curriculum I have developed to guide teens & tweens through an exploration of where our food comes from, how it gets from our farms to our plates, what our food is made of, how it is prepared, & what role food plays in our overall health and lives.
You can utilize the lessons created in this curriculum as a mini-unit in a Health or Science class, use as a side unit to your normal course, or use to stand on it's own as a nutrition course. Food 411 not only emphasizes healthy eating
6th - 12th
Health, Physical Education
And Then There Were None Activities & Writing Prompts
High School and advanced 8th grade students love this classic murder mystery by Agatha Christie, which is still as thrilling and horrifying today as it was more than 75 years ago! With its thrilling plot twists, rich vocabulary, and timeless suspense, this novel is sure to be an instant hit with your students!
This product is made up of 8 super fun and creative activities and writing prompts, including one of my student's all-time FAVORITE writing prompts (and my favorite to grade as well)!
T
8th - 12th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.8.1
, W.8.1b
, W.8.1c
+38
And Then There Were None Quiz (chapters 1-4)
Middle School and High School students love this classic murder mystery by Agatha Christie, which is still as thrilling and horrifying today as it was more than 75 years ago! With its thrilling plot twists, rich vocabulary, and timeless suspense, this novel is sure to be an instant hit with your students!
This Comprehension Quiz covers the first four chapters of the novel, and challenges your students in the areas of characterization, plot points, and (optional) vocabulary. If using this produ
8th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
And Then There Were None Quiz (chapters 9-12)
High School and advanced 8th grade students love this classic murder mystery by Agatha Christie, which is still as thrilling and horrifying today as it was more than 75 years ago! With its thrilling plot twists, rich vocabulary, and timeless suspense, this novel is sure to be an instant hit with your students!
This Comprehension Quiz covers chapters 9-12 of the novel, and challenges your students in the areas of characterization, plot points, inference, quotations, and (optional) vocabulary. I
8th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
The Count of Monte Cristo Final Novel Test & Writing Prompts (bundled)
Even though The Count of Monte Cristo was written more than 150 years ago, the story is just as thrilling as it ever was. Your high school students will be engrossed in the Count's schemes of revenge and will be shocked by all the twists and turns along the way. This novel is an excellent choice for introducing your students to the literature of the 19th century; eliminating the stigma that sometimes exists among young readers that classic literature requires that it be boring. The Count of Mont
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
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About the store
Experience
"You teach teenagers???" (with a disgusted facial expression). This is the usual reaction I get when I tell people the grades I have taught. However, a select, odd-ball, and somewhat sardonic group of us, have found Middle School and High School to be our home. Call us crazy, gutsy, or label us with some outlandish martyr-complex. What we know that the others don't, however, looking out at us with concern through the sun-catcher-laden windows of their perfect elementary classrooms, is that the struggle is worth it. It's WORTH IT. Our students don't dote on us that unconditional love so easily bestowed by young children. Any respect or admiration that we receive (trust us) we have EARNED. That is what makes teaching teenagers so rewarding, for those of us who can handle daily re-enactments of "Mean Girls" and occasional scenes that could rival the best of National Geographic. This crazy, drama-central jungle-gym is where I have found some of the most powerful of adventures.
I have taught Language Arts, Remedial Reading, Elective Drama, and Elective Nutrition to a wide-range of students, including gifted and special needs. My biggest success each year has been instilling in my students a love and passion for reading and writing, particularly in those students who have never enjoyed either in previous years. In addition, I delight in the overall role I play in raising my students' self-esteem (which is often in a delicate state) and praising them to success when their support systems at home fall short.
Teaching style
Join me in making school COOL again for our teens and tweens!
In this digital and social-media-driven age, it is more difficult than ever to grab our students' attention in the classroom. Making school "cool" for teens and tweens is challenging, especially since what's "cool" changes so quickly these days. We have to seize every opportunity to ignite a passion for learning, and get creative to establish an environment that students find stimulating and fun. Often this means rethinking lesson plans and finding creative ways to make our lessons applicable and relevant for today.
My classroom environment is highly interactive as well as goal and rewards-system-oriented. Students are challenged by socially-driven class activities, modernized lesson plans, and healthy competitions. I've found that by employing these methods, my students gain more respect and appreciation for my efforts as their teacher and quickly begin to enjoy and value learning, sometimes for the first time.
My own education history
I have my Bachelor's degree in Directing/Performing for the Theatre. Also, I have Reading Endorsement and professional Teaching Certificate for the state of Florida.
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