Primary teacher for 35 years. Creator/author of LINKS - a monthly newsletter featuring a different theme each month. Workshop leader.Primary specialist Two books published by Scholastic. Magazine articles published by Scholastic UK and Scholastic Canada.
Pookie Aleera Is Not My Boyfriend is a verse novel written by an Australian author. Although the unit is geared to Australian curriculum it is also relevant to North American or UK students. Scope and Sequence Statements relevant to the activities and questions are stated at the beginning of the package. There are activity suggestions for each group of poems in the novel. There are questions for individual answers or group discussions. This is a complete package that will save teachers many ho
4th - 6th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Literature
Attention Australian Teachers. This is a novel study that is closely linked to the Australian curriculum with Scope and Sequence stated for each of the 14 chapters. Also for each chapter there are activity suggestions and questions for either individual answers or small group or class discussions.There are no graphics to download. There are other novel study units to be found at my store www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Pam-C
4th - 6th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Literature
This is a comprehensive study of Phoebe Gilman, beloved author and illustrator of childrens' books. The Common Core Standards are clearly stated at the beginning of the unit. The activities that are described for each book cover the whole curriculum. Each story has an explanation of the author's inspiration for it, and things to look out for as you share the book. Phoebe Gilman is famous for her hidden surprises in each of her creations.Books included in this study: The Balloon Tree: Jillian Ji
This is a unique novel study unit that a teacher could use for 35 school days. The novel is Key to Rondo by Emily Rodda. The novel deals with an imaginary world contained in a music box. There are 34 chapters and in this unit each chapter is headed with at least one curriculum objective. New vocabulary is listed for each of the chapters. Then, for each chapter, there are activities relating to each of the objectives. On separate sheets there are questions for each chapter.
This resource guides educators in the use of outstanding children's literature to stimulate interest in written language, the development of early writing skills and the development of skills for reading . You will find an integrated curriculum that follows US State, Canadian Provincial, and UK content areas and standards.
The literature selections accompanying each component have suggestions for interactions between the teacher and students in all components of the language arts program – list
K - 1st
English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Writing
Attention all Primary teachers in California. This product will save you hours of planning. In conjunction with the California Treasures program I have written plans for each of the books contained in a particular unit. Each component contains the Common Core Standards addressed in each story, questions for each story, and activities to use with each story.
The goals of this program are to provide an opportunity for parents and children to enjoy books and reading together, and to encourage students to reflect on their experiences through the use of journals.
This home - school connection will enable the teacher to use the journal portion of each activity as an evaluation tool for each student, and, during the year, the students will be able to progress through the journal writing stages as they gain confidence.
Each Fun Box contains one or more b
Attention all Primary teachers in California. This product will save you hours of planning. In conjunction with the California Treasures program I have written plans for each of the books contained in a particular unit. Each component contains the Common Core Standards addressed in each story, questions for each story, and activities to use with each story. NO graphics to download.
Attention all Primary teachers in California. This product will save you hours of planning. In conjunction with the California Treasures program I have written plans for each of the books contained in a particular unit. Each component contains the Common Core Standards addressed in each story, questions for each story, and activities to use with each story. There are NO graphics to download.
Attention all Primary teachers in California. This product will save you hours of planning. In conjunction with the California Treasures program I have written plans for each of the books contained in a particular unit. Each component contains the Common Core Standards addressed in each story, questions for each story, and activities to use with each story. NO graphics to download.
Attention all Primary teachers in California. This product will save you hours of planning. In conjunction with the California Treasures program I have written plans for each of the books contained in a particular unit. Each component contains the Common Core Standards addressed in each story, questions for each story, and activities to use with each story.
A unique novel study unit featuring The Mouse and the Motorcycle by Beverly Cleary. There are 13 chapters and a culminating activities page. Each chapter (suggest one chapter per day) has objectives clearly stated, an input session, and activities dealing with each of the objectives.
1st - 3rd
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Literature
Attention all Primary teachers in California. This product will save you hours of planning. In conjunction with the California Treasures program I have written plans for each of the books contained in a particular unit. Each component contains the Common Core Standards addressed in each story, questions for each story, and activities to use with each story.
Welcome to the world of Mr. Putter and Tabby. This is a delightful series of books that will provide a starting point for learning across the curriculum. In this package you will find Mr. Putter and Tabby Pour the Tea, Mr. Putter and Tabby Spill the Beans and Mr. Putter and Tabby Bake the Cake. There are activities for sequencing, conducting a science inquiry, writing in various and interesting forms. There are handouts ready to use and comprehension questions for each book to help assess ea
Let's try math this way! Ideal for on line learning – use a different story each day and learn a math skill. Each story has activities for specific math skills. Use a variety of these to cover each of the study areas. In this unique unit you will find activities and ideas to support math skills to reflect students' connections to real life. Math should not be taught in isolation so here you will find connections to suitable story books for each area of study. The areas of study are: Number,
Attention all Primary teachers in California. This product will save you hours of planning. In conjunction with the California Treasures program I have written plans for each of the books contained in a particular unit. Each component contains the Common Core Standards addressed in each story, questions for each story, and activities to use with each story. NO graphics to download.
Young children find the concept of time very difficult. In this unit the students will move from the wide concept of time over years, months and days to telling the time via analogue and digital clocks. They will use stories and games to help this understanding.
Attention all Primary teachers in California. This product will save you hours of planning. In conjunction with the California Treasures program I have written plans for each of the books contained in a particular unit. Each component contains the Common Core Standards addressed in each story, questions for each story, and activities to use with each story. NO graphics to download.
The Fall season is an ideal time to introduce the students to pumpkins. Children equate pumpkins with Hallowe'en and Jack o' Lanterns, and are naturally enthusiastic about this big orange fruit. This thematic unit covers all areas of the curriculum with many activity suggestions and a list of suggested books. There are observations to be made and experiments to be conducted – along with mathematical problems and language arts activities. You will find handouts ready to duplicate and distribute.
Fractions, Fractions, Fractions Using picture books and stories get ready to have some fun and learn about fractions. Your students will love the activities with pizza and soup. Lots of ideas for using fractions in everyday life. There are book suggestions and, if the book is not available, the link is provided for a video reading of the book.
K - 2nd
Fractions
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Experience
Primary teacher for 35 years. Creator/author of LINKS - a monthly newsletter featuring a different theme each month. Workshop leader.Primary specialist Two books published by Scholastic. Magazine articles published by Scholastic UK and Scholastic Canada.
Teaching style
Literature-based learning. Hands-on approach
Awards & shining teacher moments
The William C. McMaster Award - Special Merit Category - in recognition of outstanding achievement in using children's literature in creative and imaginative ways to promote the love of reading.
My own education history
Educated in England. 3 year Teacher Training at Birmingham University.(England) B.A. from Brock University, St. Catharines,Ontario,Canada.
Additional biographical information
Currently writing education articles for Bright Hub and also escorting Senior Citizen Groups around the world.
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