Passionate Educator
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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
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
+1
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
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
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
EST Word Family Google slides Activity Worksheet Lesson
Begin this lesson by guessing the word family est words. Engage students with a fun EST guessing game and the hand-out worksheets to practice the use of EST. Includes Teacher slide with yips and an answer key.
1st - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Reading Strategies
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
, CCRA.L.3
Sustainable Food Sources: Lesson Plan, Short Story, Group Activity
What are sustainable food sources? This lesson will review a few types of sustainable sources of the future and explain why these sources are necessary. Students will read a short story called "A Dinner Surprise" and what a surprise it will be. Will two friends be able to eat an insect dish? Finally, students will have an opportunity to work in groups to research and create their own sustainable food dish. Includes:Additional Teacher Resources
5th - 8th
English Language Arts, General Science
NGSS
MS-ESS3-4
, MS-ESS3-3
All About Mosquitoes Digital Lesson Worksheets Quiz Reading Passage Audio File
Discover "The Mystifying World of Mosquitoes"Google Doc- Slides- Or PrintDive into the hidden world of one of nature’s most intriguing creatures with our lesson, "The Mystifying World of Mosquitoes." Perfect for grades 3-5, this educational journey uncovers the lifecycle and ecological significance of mosquitoes through engaging texts, vivid illustrations, and interactive worksheets. Explore beyond the buzz and learn about the critical roles mosquitoes play in our ecosystem, from pollination to
4th - 6th
Health, Informational Text, Science
All About Emotions SEL Activity and Daily Check-in
All About Emotions is a lesson and activity that can be used as often as necessary to gauge the emotions of your students. Begin with a lesson on emotions which includes faces and expressions, then move into a class activity and discussion. The lesson includes student worksheets. Perfect Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Activity
1st - 4th
For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning
Teacher Planner and Calendar
This is the ultimate teacher planner! Included in this bundle are lesson plan pages, calendars, behavior monitor templates, staff meeting notes pages for the entire year, department meetings, iep notes pages, and much more... Perfect for the new teacher! Perfect for any grade level! Three hole punch and add to your own binder! or visit enchanted educator on Amazon for a bound copy. https://www.amazon.com/s?k=enchanted+educator & ref=nb_sb_noss_1
PreK - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
The Wee Kitten Who Sucked her Thumb
Begin with this vintage short story about a mom and her kitten and a thumb sucking dilemma. Filled with color images perfect for the overhead as you read. This story is perfect for teaching or reviewing: * Short Story Elements * Sequence * Figurative Language * Parts of Speech * Sentence Kinds Includes review questions, activities and puzzles.
3rd - 7th
English Language Arts
CCSS
RL.3.3
, RL.4.3
, RL.4.4
+2
Cotton Candy Unicorn Short Story
Students will read an adorable story about a girl who is always last because she is the youngest sibling. She meets an old woman at the fair who gives her the cutest little unicorn, what will she do with this unicorn?
Students will answer questions that review short story elements. This story is also perfect for discussions about being the youngest in the family, sharing and talking to strangers. Unicorn color page included.
3rd - 6th
Close Reading, Reading, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.3.1
, RL.3.2
, RL.4.3
+1
Back to School: Metaphor, Simile, Idiom Practice
There's a new boy at school this year and guess who's sitting right next to him. This story is filled with figurative language and review of metaphor, simile, and idiom. Includes: * Short Story * Answer Key
2nd - 7th
English Language Arts
CCSS
RI.7.4
Metaphor, Simile, Idiom, Personification Story and Practice
This mini-lesson is perfect for practice with figurative language metaphor, simile, idiom, and personification. This lesson begins with a short story called, Monster Under My Bed which is filled with figurative language. Students are asked to highlight figurative language, then list them on a separate worksheet. Additionally, students are able to work with another student to practice and share their findings. Includes:Printable Short Story Printable Worksheets Answer Key
4th - 8th
English Language Arts
CCSS
RL.7.4
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.L.4
+1
Parts of Speech Digital Worksheet
This lesson includes an overview of the basic parts of speech including a colorful poster with the 8 parts of speech and definitions. A digital worksheet that allows students to record answers digitally for hybrid and online lessons. Answer key is included.
4th - 8th
English Language Arts
Headlice: What are Headlice?
This product will teach children all about the basics of headlice including: their name, what they eat, how they spread and how to get rid of them. Included a question and answer and a fun puzzle.
PreK - 7th
English Language Arts, Health, Science
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.5.9
The Snapping Turtle
Learn all about Snapping turtles while at the same time learning about the elements of poetry. This informational text and poem includes questions about stanzas, character, setting and questions that check for understanding. This lesson can be used in grades 3-5 or altered to fit any grade.
Standards included in Lesson
3rd - 5th
Informational Text, Poetry
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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
Additional biographical information
High School: AP Language Teacher
High School/Middle School: English, ELD/ELL Teacher
Facilitator: University of Phoenix
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