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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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Preview of Writing with Power: Syntax & Style Toolkit

Writing with Power: Syntax & Style Toolkit

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Unlock the power of sentence craft—even for students who don’t think they’re “good at English.” This bundle blends structure with creativity to help students take control of syntax, elevate their writing, and develop a confident voice. What’s Included: ✒️ Poetry by Pattern – 5 creative formats using prepositional, appositive, participial, gerund, and subordinate structures Sentence Variation List – 36 original sentence starters organized by level Plug-and-Play Patterns – Custom combinations to
Preview of Whiskey Speech: RA & Mentor Writing

Whiskey Speech: RA & Mentor Writing

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The Whiskey Speech – Assignment & Slide Deck Bundle Analyze. Imitate. Perform. A Rhetorical Writing Experience Your Students Won’t Forget This bundle includes everything you need to turn Noah S. “Soggy” Sweat’s legendary 1952 Whiskey Speech into an unforgettable rhetorical analysis and writing experience. Students will analyze the structure and tone of the original speech, then write their own satirical imitation on a lighthearted topic—complete with an optional performance challenge. Wit
Preview of Othello: Mini-Analysis & AP MC Practice

Othello: Mini-Analysis & AP MC Practice

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Othello Quote Analysis Slides – Bite-Sized Literary Thinking If your students freeze up when it's time to analyze, this slide deck gives them the support they need without watering anything down. Each mini-lesson is built around one powerful quote from Othello, with just enough scaffolding to build confidence and real analysis (AP Lit) skills. Each quote comes with: A guided close reading slide with layered questions A sentence frame to help students write with purpose and style An AP Lit-
Preview of Musical Films - Wicked, Barbie, & Hamilton

Musical Films - Wicked, Barbie, & Hamilton

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Musical Movie Guide Bundle | Hamilton, Barbie, WickedBring deeper engagement to your classroom movie days with this trio of high-interest, ready-to-use guides. Each resource includes thoughtful, standards-aligned prompts that focus on character, theme, and structure—perfect for kickstarting meaningful discussion and reflection. What’s Included: 3 Printable + Digital Movie Guides One-page format for each musical Focus on theme, character arcs, and central ideas Designed for quick class use—b
Preview of AP Literature: Mini-Analysis Fig Lang w/ MC

AP Literature: Mini-Analysis Fig Lang w/ MC

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Help students actually think about figurative language—not just identify it. This high-interest resource uses pop lyrics and literary excerpts to walk students through metaphor, simile, and allusion with clear scaffolding and built-in AP Lit skill practice. Each one-page Mini-Analysis includes: A short excerpt (from music or lit) Close reading questions A sentence frame to support analytical writing You’ll also get: 1 page of AP Lit-style multiple choice (one question per excerpt) A final
Preview of Letter from a Birmingham Jail: Mini-Analysis

Letter from a Birmingham Jail: Mini-Analysis

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Empower students to engage deeply with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s Letter from a Birmingham Jail through five focused, high-impact mini-analysis prompts. Each entry in this no-prep resource includes a powerful excerpt from the letter, guided rhetorical analysis questions, and a scaffolded sentence frame to help students structure meaningful commentary. Built for literary and rhetorical depth, this activity supports skills in close reading, audience awareness, figurative language, and moral arg
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Experience

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.