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Roaring Brook Twp, Pennsylvania, United States
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My name is Ashley and I'm in my seventh year of teaching at an urban high school in Pennsylvania. I teach a self-contained Reading Class for Special Education students. I instill in my students positive attitudes in and out of the classroom!
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Preview of "A Dog's Purpose" Essential Bundle

"A Dog's Purpose" Essential Bundle

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This essential bundle for "A Dog's Purpose" includes: vocabulary, end of book timeline project, character review organizer and guided reading questions. All products are sold seperatly in my shop and do align with the tests (bundled or sold seperatly) and PowerPoint.
Preview of A Dog's Purpose Guided Reading Questions

A Dog's Purpose Guided Reading Questions

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This guided reading questions are used in conjunction with the "A Dog's Purpose" PowerPoint Unit for the novel also sold in my shop. Students record answers to questions that are organized by chapters.
Preview of A Dog's Purpose Chapter 1-5 Test Review and Test

A Dog's Purpose Chapter 1-5 Test Review and Test

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This is used in conjunction with my "A Dog's Purpose" Guided Reading Questions for Chapters 1 through 5. This document includes a test review for Chapters 1 through 5, a 20 question test consisting of matching, multiple choice questions and short answers, as well as, the answer key for the test.
Preview of A Dog's Purpose Test

A Dog's Purpose Test

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This is used in conjunction with my "A Dog's Purpose" Guided Reading Questions for the entire novel. This document includes a 50 question test consisting of matching and multiple choice questions. I use this with my Special Education classes so the questions are therefore geared towards them. This is a great product as a jumping off point if you need higher level thinking questions!
Preview of A Dog's Purpose Chapters 6-10 Review and Test

A Dog's Purpose Chapters 6-10 Review and Test

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This is used in conjunction with my "A Dog's Purpose" Guided Reading Questions for Chapters 6 through 10. This document includes a test review for Chapters 6 through 10, a 20 question test consisting of matching, multiple choice questions and short answers, as well as, the answer key for the test.
Preview of End of School Year Creative Writing Assignment

End of School Year Creative Writing Assignment

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This is a creative writing assignment you can use and adapt to meet any grade level. Students are asked to reflect on their school year in different ways rather than writing in paragraph form.
Preview of "A Dog's Purpose" Chapters 16-20 Test and Review

"A Dog's Purpose" Chapters 16-20 Test and Review

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This is used in conjunction with my "A Dog's Purpose" Guided Reading Questions for Chapters 16 through 20. This document includes a test review for Chapters 16 through 20, a 20 question test consisting of matching, multiple choice questions and short answers, as well as, the answer key for the test. I use this with my Special Education classes so the questions are therefore geared towards them. This is a great product as a jumping off point if you need higher level thinking questions!
Preview of A Dog's Purpose Chapters 26-32 Test and Review

A Dog's Purpose Chapters 26-32 Test and Review

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This is used in conjunction with my "A Dog's Purpose" Guided Reading Questions for Chapters 26 through 32. This document includes a test review for Chapters 26 through 32, a 27 question test consisting of matching, multiple choice questions and short answers, as well as, the answer key for the test. I use this with my Special Education classes so the questions are therefore geared towards them. This is a great product as a jumping off point if you need higher level thinking questions!
Preview of "A Dog's Purpose" Chapters 21-25 Test and Review

"A Dog's Purpose" Chapters 21-25 Test and Review

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This is used in conjunction with my "A Dog's Purpose" Guided Reading Questions for Chapters 21 through 25. This document includes a test review for Chapters 21 through 25, a 20 question test consisting of matching, multiple choice questions and short answers, as well as, the answer key for the test. I use this with my Special Education classes so the questions are therefore geared towards them. This is a great product as a jumping off point if you need higher level thinking questions!
Preview of A Dog's Purpose Vocabulary

A Dog's Purpose Vocabulary

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This vocabulary graphic organizer is used in conjunction with the "A Dog's Purpose" PowerPoint Unit for the novel also sold in my shop. Students record vocabulary words and definitions and then pick three words to write in sentences. The vocabulary is bundled by chapters.
Preview of "All Summer in A Day" Unit

"All Summer in A Day" Unit

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This unit is includes vocabulary, literary element, guided reading questions, author information, the short sotry, and after reading activites for the short story "All Summer in A Day" by Ray Bradbury. Included are answer keys too!
Preview of "The Time Keeper": Earth, City and Letting Go Test Review and Test

"The Time Keeper": Earth, City and Letting Go Test Review and Test

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This test and test review is used in conjunction with the guided reading question and vocabulary packet, as well as, the PowerPoint for chapters: Earth, City and Letting Go. The way I teach is by splitting the book 3 chapters at a time. The test consists of multiple choice questions and a quote connection/short answer. Answers are attached.
Preview of The Time Keeper: Cave, Inbetween and Falling Test and Review

The Time Keeper: Cave, Inbetween and Falling Test and Review

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This test and test review game is used in conjunction with the guided reading question and vocabulary packet, as well as, the PowerPoint for chapters: The Cave, The In-between and The Falling. The way I teach is by splitting the book 3 chapters at a time. The test consists of multiple choice questions and a quote connection/short answer.
Preview of The Time Keeper: Cave, In-between and The Falling

The Time Keeper: Cave, In-between and The Falling

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This guided reading question and vocabulary packet is for the "The Time Keeper" by Mitch Albom for chapters: Cave, The In-between and the Falling. The way I teach this novel is by splitting the book 3 chapters at a time. It is used in conjunction with my PowerPoint for the Cave, The In-between and the Falling.
Preview of Keystone Alligned Essay Writing Rubric

Keystone Alligned Essay Writing Rubric

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This is a writing rubric I use with a 5 paragraph essay that is aligned with the Keystones and Common Core.
Preview of "The Time Keeper" Book Test

"The Time Keeper" Book Test

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This test is used in conjunction with my Jeopardy game for the novel "The Time Keeper", as well as, all my guided reading question and vocabulary packets and PowerPoint slides. The test consists of multiple choice questions and an essay question based on a quote from the book. Answer key is included!
Preview of The Time Keeper: Prologue and Beginning Test and Review

The Time Keeper: Prologue and Beginning Test and Review

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This test and test review is used in conjunction with the guided reading question and vocabulary packet, as well as, the PowerPoint for chapters: Prologue and Beginning (2-16). The way I teach is by splitting the book 3 chapters at a time. The test consists of character matching, multiple choice, short answer and personal connections.
Preview of “The Time Keeper”: NYE to Epilogue Guided Reading Packet

“The Time Keeper”: NYE to Epilogue Guided Reading Packet

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This guided reading question and vocabulary packet is for the "The Time Keeper" by Mitch Albom for chapters: NYE to Epilogue. The way I teach this novel is by splitting the book 3 chapters at a time. It is used in conjunction with my PowerPoint for NYE to Epilogue. Please note: For chapters 69 to 71, the handout is uploaded for free in my shop. For some reason the chapters were missing. My apologies!
Preview of A Dog's Purpose Project

A Dog's Purpose Project

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This is an end of the book project timeline to recap each dog's life in "A Dog's Purpose" which is used in conjunction with my other "A Dog's Purpose" products.
Preview of The Five People You Meet in Heaven Pages 1-18 Review

The Five People You Meet in Heaven Pages 1-18 Review

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This is a quick little check in I have my students complete to check on their understanding of the novel for pages 1-18. It includes a 20 word summary and graphic organizer for what they would say, do and wish for if they knew they only had an hour left to live.
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About the store

Experience

My name is Ashley and I'm in my seventh year of teaching at an urban high school in Pennsylvania. I teach a self-contained Reading Class for Special Education students. I instill in my students positive attitudes in and out of the classroom!

Teaching style

Positive Reinforcement all the way!

Awards & shining teacher moments

I studied at Marywood University and dual majored to obtain my Bachelors degree in Elementary Education and Special Education. I continued my education and obtained my Masters degree in Reading Education.

My own education history

I'm certified as an Elementary Education Teacher, Special Education Teacher and Reading Specialist.

Additional biographical information

I love teaching and encouraging my students to be lifelong learners and readers! Growing up, I never had a teacher that made reading fun and exciting for me, so my goal is to be that teacher for my students.