Patrick's Teaching Resources
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Toronto, Ontario, Canada
About the store
- 10 years of teaching experience with PDSB.
- Taught in the UK (familiar with UK curriculum).
- Specialist AQ in Special Education, Primary/Junior Mathematics.
- Completed 8 AQ's.
- Led March Break Camps and Summer School.
- Counting On You Literacy / Numeracy Programs.
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Orange Shirt Day (PPT)
An informative PowerPoint on Orange Shirt Day and what it means. This was used in assembly to highlight the impact of First Nations' attending residential schools. Appropriate for all grades.
5th - 8th
Informational Text, Native Americans, Social Studies
Introduction to Mental Health (PPT)
This is a great introduction to a unit on mental health. The slides talk about the importance of mental health, the stigma surrounding it, and the various types of mental health disorders such as: PTSD, depression, anxiety, OCD/ADHD etc.
4th - 12th
Character Education, For All Subjects, Health
Invasive Species Project - Project-based Learning
This a project-based activity whereby students research an invasive plant OR animal and must create a multi-media presentation on it. They must include the following: - Classification / Taxonomy of their chosen species - Brief physical description (main characteristics) - Must include a food chain/web - Why is it harmful / invasive to non-native ecosystems? - Reproduction cycle - Resources *** I have included an exemplar that I made on Garlic Mustard.***
5th - 9th
Biology, Environment, Science
Introduction to Electricity - Static and Current Electricity
Looking for a good introduction to teach electricity? Well, look no further. This PowerPoint looks at the definition of electricity, the parts of an atom, defines friction and goes into detail on the two main forms of electricity: static and current.
4th - 7th
Physics, Science
Introduction to Flight
This interactive PowerPoint is a great resource for anyone teaching a unit on Flight. It was designed primarily for my Grade 6 students, but can be used for anyone wanting to teach the fundamentals of flight (i.e. Four forces, the Bernoulli Principle, a brief biography about the Wright Brothers and Amelia Earhart, as well as the comparison of how birds and insects fly). Overall, students thoroughly enjoyed this presentation and were fascinated with the material covered. Highly recommend!
5th - 10th
Basic Operations, Informational Text, Science
Persuasive Writing - Techniques
This is a great PowerPoint lesson to discuss persuasive writing with your students. It looks at several persuasive techniques based on the acronym PIRATEMOUSE. This includes techniques such as: statistics, exaggeration, emotive language, anecdotes, rhetorical questions and more!
5th - 8th
English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays
Electricity - Solar Energy
Great resource for anyone doing a unit on Electricity! This presentation looks at what solar energy is, how it works and the advantages/disadvantages of this renewable energy source. This video explains how solar panels work. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKxrkht7CpY
5th - 8th
Earth Sciences, Science
Endangered Species Project - The Giant Panda
Very informative presentation on the Giant Panda. Powerpoint discusses: - General facts and information about the Giant Panda - Where it lives (habitat/origin) - How biodiversity is affected - Eating habits - Prey/predator relationship - Life cycle / reproductive cycle Appropriate for Grade 2-8
5th - 8th
Biology, Environment, Science
Electricity - Geothermal Energy
This presentation looks at what Geothermal energy is, how dry steam plants work and the advantages / disadvantages of geothermal energy. Great resource for anyone teaching science - particularly electricity, ecosystems or renewable resources.
5th - 8th
Earth Sciences, Science
Electricity - Volts, Amps, Watts and Ohm's Law
This PowerPoint is a great tool for anyone teaching science - electricity. It looks at volts, amps, watts and Ohm's law. It also looks at formulas for calculating each: For example: W = V x I (etc.).
5th - 8th
General Science, Physics, Science
Orange Shirt Day - Poem
A poem I wrote about Orange Shirt Day. It outlines the hardships and challenges thousands of First Nations students faced during their time at residential schools.
5th - 8th
English Language Arts, Native Americans, Poetry
Electricity - Circuits (Series & Parallel)
This PowerPoint looks at the electrical components of a circuit such as a power source (battery), wires, a switch for opening and closing the loop as well as both series and parallel circuits.
5th - 8th
General Science, Physics, Science
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About the store
Experience
- 10 years of teaching experience with PDSB.
- Taught in the UK (familiar with UK curriculum).
- Specialist AQ in Special Education, Primary/Junior Mathematics.
- Completed 8 AQ's.
- Led March Break Camps and Summer School.
- Counting On You Literacy / Numeracy Programs.
Teaching style
I put emphasis on collaborative learning done in small groups of 4-5 students. This allows for self-regulated learning as well as communication between peers. The classroom must be one that is inclusive and safe for all students to share their ideas and opinions with the rest of the class.
I am someone who acts as a facilitator, teaching students through inquiry-based projects and guided instruction. I find students learn best through problem-based learning with multiple entry points for learner's of all abilities.
My own education history
I graduated McMaster University in 2013 with a B.A. Honours in English and Religious Studies, and a minor in Sociology.
I then attended teacher's college at the University of Western Ontario. I graduated in 2014 with a BEd.
Additional biographical information
I have a passion for learning about other cultures, and enjoy travelling to new places.
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