PracticallyLit
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Windsor, Colorado, United States
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I’m an English Language Arts teacher with 10 years of experience teaching grades 7, 9, 10, and 12. Throughout my career, I’ve focused primarily on American and World Literature, helping students connect timeless texts to their own lives and the world around them.
My teaching philosophy centers on exploration, engagement, and student-centered learning. I believe students learn best when they are actively involved—questioning, discussing, and making meaning for themselves rather than simply receiving information. Because of this, I design resources that encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world connections.
In my classroom, I strive to create a space where students feel supported, challenged, and empowered to grow as readers, writers, and thinkers. The resources I create are built with both rigor and accessibility in mind, making them easy to implement while still being meaningful and effective.
Thank you for being here and supporting my work!
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Mock Trial Table Labels
These standalone table labels are designed to work independently or as part of a larger unit experience. You can find my whole To Kill a Mockingbird Mock Trial unit on my store. Keep your courtroom organized and running smoothly with these printable Mock Trial Table Labels designed to accompany any mock trial. These labels help transform your classroom into an engaging courtroom environment while clearly identifying student roles and team locations during the trial process. Perfect for increasi
6th - 12th
For All Subjects, Literature, Novel Studies
To Kill a Mockingbird Excerpt Analysis - Boo Radley's Gifts
Help students uncover the deeper meaning behind some of the novel’s most memorable symbols through this close reading and analysis activity focused on Boo Radley’s gifts. Students examine key excerpts where Arthur "Boo" Radley leaves small items in the knothole of a tree for Scout Finch and Jem Finch. Through guided questions and text evidence, students identify the items Boo leaves and analyze what these gifts reveal about his character, the symbolism of the knothole, and how this moment
6th - 12th
Close Reading, Literature, Reading Strategies
To Kill a Mockingbird Excerpts - Scout's Education & Scout's Girlhood
Help students take a deeper look at the complex character of Scout Finch through close reading and text-based analysis. This activity includes two carefully selected excerpts that focus on Scout’s education, intelligence, and struggle with gender expectations, allowing students to analyze how her character develops throughout the novel. Students examine passages where Scout reflects on her early literacy and experiences criticism from her teacher, Miss Caroline Fisher, and moments where other
6th - 12th
Close Reading, Literature, Reading
To Kill a Mockingbird Ch. 2-3 Characterization & Reflection
Help students closely analyze how characters are developed in the early chapters of this classic novel. This ready-to-use characterization worksheet guides students as they read Chapters 2–3 and focus on what characters say, do, and how others react to them in order to make meaningful inferences. Students gather textual evidence about key characters including Scout Finch, Miss Caroline Fisher, Walter Cunningham, Burris Ewell, and Atticus Finch. The activity encourages students to connect te
6th - 12th
Close Reading, Literature, Reading Strategies
Dear Me Letter - A letter to your future self
A great lesson to start the year. I have students write themselves a letter at the beginning of the year. I hold onto it for them and at the end of the year they open it and reflect. It's fun to see how they have changed in just one year. This is a simple activity for any grade and is a great way to supplement your lesson on how to write a letter. Give students a meaningful opportunity to reflect on their lives, goals, and personal growth with this engaging future self letter writing assignmen
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Character Education, English Language Arts, Writing
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I’m an English Language Arts teacher with 10 years of experience teaching grades 7, 9, 10, and 12. Throughout my career, I’ve focused primarily on American and World Literature, helping students connect timeless texts to their own lives and the world around them.
My teaching philosophy centers on exploration, engagement, and student-centered learning. I believe students learn best when they are actively involved—questioning, discussing, and making meaning for themselves rather than simply receiving information. Because of this, I design resources that encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world connections.
In my classroom, I strive to create a space where students feel supported, challenged, and empowered to grow as readers, writers, and thinkers. The resources I create are built with both rigor and accessibility in mind, making them easy to implement while still being meaningful and effective.
Thank you for being here and supporting my work!
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