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Every good sentence has structure. Every strong idea needs substance. And every lesson should offer simplicity, not chaos.
I’m an English teacher building resources that help students analyze, write, and grow—with clarity at the core. Welcome to Pen & Pattern.
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Icarus: Movie Guide
Icarus – Rhetorical Film Analysis Guide By Pen & Pattern | Structure. Style. Substance.In Icarus (2017), what begins as a personal experiment in doping transforms into a global exposé of corruption, ethics, and truth-telling. This guide is crafted specifically for helping students track rhetorical choices, tone shifts, and the construction of argument within a high-stakes documentary. What’s Included:✅ Structured Student Handout Pre-viewing reflection on ethics and truth Active vi
11th - 12th
Character Education, Health, Other (Social Studies)
CCSS
CCRA.SL.1
, CCRA.SL.2
, CCRA.SL.3
The Odyssey: Sentence Combining Practice
Absolutely! Here's a TpT-ready product description for your Odyssey Sentence Combining resource: Sentence Combining Practice – The Odyssey Help students strengthen their sentence fluency while building background knowledge on one of the most foundational epics in Western literature. This engaging sentence combining set focuses on The Odyssey's characters, themes, and mythology—perfect for reinforcing clarity, structure, and rhetorical control. What’s Included: 10 scaffolded sentence combining
9th - 10th
Literature, World History, Writing
Also included in: Classic Literature Collection: Sentence Combining Bundle:
Their Eyes Were Watching God: Sentence Combining Practice
Their Eyes Were Watching God Sentence Combining Practice This sentence combining activity helps students improve sentence fluency while exploring the rich imagery and cultural depth of Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God. Designed to build both writing skills and background knowledge, it’s an engaging addition to any literature unit. What’s included: 10 sentence combining sets focused on cultural context, character development, and thematic elements 1 bonus paragraph prompt
10th - 12th
Black History, Reading, Writing
Also included in: Their Eyes Were Watching God: Analysis & Sentence Combining
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Every good sentence has structure. Every strong idea needs substance. And every lesson should offer simplicity, not chaos.
I’m an English teacher building resources that help students analyze, write, and grow—with clarity at the core. Welcome to Pen & Pattern.
Teaching style
I’m a practical, no-fluff kind of teacher. I believe in smart structure, steady challenge, and helping students level up—one intentional step at a time. If it’s engaging, efficient, and elevates thinking, I’m in. Bonus points if it copies straight into a sub plan. 😄
Awards & shining teacher moments
I’ve been lucky enough to be voted Teacher of the Year four times. I’ve scored AP Language essays for the college board (all three questions), written curriculum for statewide programs, and directed student theater with actual sets, costumes, and chaos. But honestly, my favorite moments are when a kid who swore they’d hate the book suddenly gets it and doesn’t want to put it down.
My own education history
Bachelors, Masters, National Board Certification. I seem chaotic, but I have a plan.
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