Passionate Educator
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California, United States
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Welcome to the Passionate Educator storefront! As a dedicated educator with 25 years of teaching experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and creativity to my resources. With a background in English Language Arts, AP Language and Composition, AVID, ELD, Ethnic Studies, and more, I am passionate about creating engaging lessons that inspire students to think critically and creatively. My resources emphasize globalization, social justice, civic engagement, and creativity, aiming to nurture civic-minded students who are well-versed in how the world works. Explore my diverse collection of classroom materials designed to enrich student learning and growth inside and beyond the classroom.
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Parts of Speech* Types of Sentences* Compound and Complex Sentences
This test covers the eight parts of speech, four types of sentences, and compound and complex sentences. Students are tested on their knowledge of the parts of speech and sentence types by reading and underlining correct answers.
4th - 12th
English Language Arts
Ultimate Digital Teacher Planner | Google Slides + Printable | All-in-One
Ultimate Digital Teacher Planner | Google Slides + Printable | All-in-One Organizer for Busy Educators Stay organized, efficient, and ahead of the chaos with this all-in-one Digital Teacher Planner, designed by a teacher for teachers. Whether you're in the classroom or online, this customizable planner keeps everything you need in one streamlined place—no more scattered papers or forgotten passwords! Perfect for grades K–12, this planner is ideal for both new and veteran teachers looking to
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American Literature Unit 4 1880- 1910
Google Slides PresentationRegionalismRegionalist writers emphasized the setting and local cultures within a region. RealismRealist writers reject romanticism in an attempt to create the appearance of ordinary life. NaturalismCharles Darwin believed that human beings were shaped by heredity and environment and dominated by economic, social, and natural forces. The naturalist movement was born from this belief.
10th - 11th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.11-12.9
, RL.11-12.10
All About Lighthouses Complete Lesson Google Slides, Worksheets, Video, PDF
This informational handout gives a brief history of lighthouses, their purpose, and their history. Perfect for reading comprehension or an introduction to a story or novel that includes lighthouses. Students will walk away with basic knowledge of how lighthouses warn boats of danger and operate as navigational aids and much more. After reading, students can test their knowledge of lighthouses with questions for understanding. Includes Slide visual presentation and printable worksheets.
4th - 9th
Close Reading, Informational Text
CCSS
CCRA.L.6
, RST.6-8.6
, RST.6-8.7
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Idiom, Simile, Metaphor
A short story filled with figurative language! Students search for and highlight similes, metaphors, and idioms as they read this delightful tale, when they are done, they list them in three columns. Bonus Activity allows students to be creative and draw a picture of their favorite scene from the story.
2nd - 8th
English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.6.1
, L.6.5
, L.6.5a
The Fan Club Short Story with Digital Assessment Slides
The Fan Club by Rona Maynard teaches students about kindness, empathy, friendship, and individuality. Students will explore themes of peer pressure and bullying. This lesson and digital activity will allow students to decide what makes them unique and help them with understanding active listening skills. Excellent segue to a class discussion on kindness. Includes the short story, questions for analysis, figurative language, links to videos, and additional teacher resources. Excel SEL Lesson
6th - 9th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.6.2
, RL.6.6
, RI.8.1
 +4
Introducing Walt Whitman using Oh Captain! My Captain!
This product includes the poem, Oh Captain! My Captain! by Walt Whitman, a mini biography of the author and questions for analysis of content, tone and diction.
9th - 12th
English Language Arts
Frederick Douglass Lesson- Who is he? What did he do? Interactive Slides
Students can work independently or with a partner to learn about Frederick Douglass and his background as an abolitionist and an orator. Includes interactive slides and videos that can be viewed as a whole class or as an independent activity.
7th - 8th
Social Studies
Unit 1- Colonialism: American Literature
This slide presentation covers the literary time periods from beginnings to 1800. Includes short videos. * Colonialism * Native American Tradition * Pilgrims and Puritans * The Middle Passage * Women and the Colonies * American Revolution * The Age of Reason
10th - 11th
English Language Arts, Literature, Native Americans
CCSS
RL.11-12.10
, RI.11-12.9
All About the Solar Eclipse: including History and Interactive Slides
As we anticipate the upcoming 2024 solar eclipse, this lesson will give students a better understanding of the history of the eclipse and how an eclipse occurs. Students will explore images, answer questions, and make comparisons of the eclipse and how we view it over time.
7th - 10th
Informational Text
CCSS
RI.8.9
, RI.8.10
, RI.9-10.4
 +1
Case of the Missing Slime
Case of the Missing Slime is a cute short story about twin sisters who love making slime together. When Annie leaves Alana for a play date how will Annie cope? This highly engaging story is jam packed with short story elements, figurative language, time, adjectives and a SWBS Chart. You may use the pdf as is or download the word doc. to make edits and alter to fit your grade level. Answer key included.
2nd - 5th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.4.3
, CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
 +1
Read With Me Under the Sea (Ocean Animals Preview)
A Look at Ocean Animals is a fun colorful lesson about ocean animals that gives students an introduction to different animals. Each slide begins with a short sentence that engages students in participation and reading followed by information about the animal. Lots of Colorful Pictures! Includes: Animal Information Slides Trivia Questions Slide Presentation Video Suggestions Additional Teacher Resources Animals Included: Pufferfish, Octopus, Narwhal,Seal,Seahorse,Stingray,Eel
2nd - 4th
Science
NGSS
3-ESS2-1
, 4-ESS2-2
, 4-ESS2-1
Ocean Animal Trivia and Review
A Look at Ocean Animals is a fun colorful lesson about ocean animals that gives students an introduction to different animals. Each slide begins with a trivia question that engages students in participation and conversation followed by information about the animal. Includes: Coloring Pages Slide Presentation Video Suggestions Additional Teacher Resources Animals Included: Octopus, Crab, Sea Turtle, Jellyfish, Fish, Star Fish, Dolphin, Hermit Crab
2nd - 4th
Science
NGSS
3-ESS2-1
, 4-ESS2-2
, 4-ESS2-1
Geothermal Springs a closer look at Yellowstone
What are geothermal Springs and how are they formed? Are they dangerous to humans and animals? After this lesson, students will understand what these natural hot springs are, and more about the laws surrounding them. Excellent foundation to a lesson about Yellowstone. Set includes:Slides for ProjectionIntroduction of Geothermal SpringsWhat You Should KnowTwo Short stories that help with understandingShort Story Review: Literary ElementsAnswer KeysAdditional Teacher ResourcesIncludes Current Even
7th - 10th
Close Reading, Earth Sciences, Environment
CCSS
RI.9-10.10
, RST.6-8.9
, RST.6-8.10
 +1
American Literature Unit 3 1850-1880
Google Slides PresentationResistance to Slavery: Many slaves both bound and free began to speak out against the injustice of slaveryA Divided Nation: During the civil war many Americans explored ideologies of what it means to be AmericanA Poetic Revolution: Poets Walt Whitman and Emily Dickinson experimented with new verse forms during the period.
10th - 11th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.11-12.9
, RL.11-12.10
American Literature Unit 2 1800-1860
Google Slides PresentationThis American Literary unit begins with American Romanticism and moves through the American Civil War. Includes short videos to broaden understanding of literary eras. Perfect for a lecture. 1800-1860 *American Romanticism * Industrial Revolution * Slavery in the United States * Dark Side of Romanticism *Edgar Allen Poe * America Civil War
10th - 11th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
CCSS
RL.11-12.9
, RL.11-12.10
A Home Across Borders: Embracing Diversity and Change
Learn all about refugees with this digital resource that teaches students about what a refugee is through videos, slides, a short story, and handouts. Explore the importance of empathy, kindness, and tolerance with your students through class discussion. This unit can be used in parts or as a whole and would be a great way to introduce current events and can be paired with articles on the current refugee crisis. Includes a Student Diary Entry. Review short story elements, figurative language, a
5th - 8th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.8.2
, RL.8.4
, RL.8.9
 +3
Super Storms Unit of Study includes lesson, slides, and short reading passage.
What are superstorms and how are they formed? This lesson will explore recent storms and how they affect us. Students will begin with videos, explore oral discussion slides, engage in group activities, create presentations, read a short story followed by analysis questions, and end with an assessment. This unit can be altered to your liking and includes both digital and print worksheets. You can use as much or as little as you desire to complete your lesson. Includes review of figurative languag
5th - 8th
English Language Arts, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.8.5
, RI.8.6
, CCRA.R.10
 +4
Full Year Teacher Planner - Digital, Printable and Editable Files All Subjects
This 70 Page digital file is the perfect planner to begin your new year, fully editable and printable. Includes lesson plan pages, To-Do Pages, Group Activity Templates, Contacts, Schedules, Week at a Glance, Online Resource Pages, and much more...
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Turtle Hatchlings Unit: Lesson Plan, Short Story, Worksheet, Questions
Explore the journey of a hatchling turtle as it makes its journey from shell to sea. Students will understand the treacherous fight for life baby turtles must endure upon birth. Explores literary devices of theme and symbolism. The lesson can be shown via google slides on overhead, printed for student packets, or used as a digital lesson. Unit includes:Lesson PlanShort StoryWorksheetVocabulary ListGoogle SlidesArticle for Current EventsVideo Suggestions
6th - 8th
Earth Sciences, English Language Arts
CCSS, NGSS
RI.8.4
, RI.8.5
, MS-LS2-2
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About the store
Experience
Welcome to the Passionate Educator storefront! As a dedicated educator with 25 years of teaching experience, I bring a wealth of knowledge and creativity to my resources. With a background in English Language Arts, AP Language and Composition, AVID, ELD, Ethnic Studies, and more, I am passionate about creating engaging lessons that inspire students to think critically and creatively. My resources emphasize globalization, social justice, civic engagement, and creativity, aiming to nurture civic-minded students who are well-versed in how the world works. Explore my diverse collection of classroom materials designed to enrich student learning and growth inside and beyond the classroom.
My own education history
California State University Long Beach - Bachelor's Degree
Walden University- Masters of Education
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High School: AP Language Teacher
High School/Middle School: English, ELD/ELL Teacher
Facilitator: University of Phoenix
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