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I like helping students learn by finding out where they are. Scaffolding and differentiated instruction are my lenses to help students be successful and in creating teacher resources. You will find my lessons follow a pattern: students will identify, infer, and then apply. With high interest topics, I like to make sure the reading level is appropriate and often lower in order to include those that may struggle with reading or are learning English as a Second Language. I call these HI-LO activities! Enjoy!
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Preview of Lost in the Barrens Novel Study Guide

Lost in the Barrens Novel Study Guide

Guns. Race. Fear. Two boys coming of age in 1935 in the harsh Canadian north must survive. The most fierce challenges are not what you think. This novel study is great for ESL learners and for students new to North America and learning English. But is also great for students in middle years in your literature circles. Themes are relevant for students today in any town or city. If you haven't read Farley Mowat yet, you'll be very pleased with his style. Keep the interest of your students and you
Preview of HI-LO MATH: Exressions

HI-LO MATH: Exressions

HI-LO Math is a high level math concept taught with a lower reading level. This differentiated approach to a math topic has three easy steps: Read, Infer and Apply. In this unit, there are 5 lessons that scaffold the topic of Math Expressions. We look at key words, examples, and real world application. The teaching tips will help you strengthen the learning with your students and hopefully have a little bit of fun.
Preview of HI-LO Reading: An INTRO to Carpentry!

HI-LO Reading: An INTRO to Carpentry!

HI-LO Reading Passages & Exercises is designed for Grade 7 - 12 students who are interested in learning about real life and practical skills. They may struggle with reading but really shine when they are interested in a topic. The goal is to improve their reading skills while becoming engaged with content that they enjoy. This resource is the beginning of hopefully much more to come in the future.
Preview of HI-LO MATH: TYPES OF NUMBERS

HI-LO MATH: TYPES OF NUMBERS

Need step-by-step teaching notes? Do you need lessons for your substitute teacher? These lessons are high Interest with low level reading passages on types of numbers and how to use the number line. You get 5 lessons that scaffold on this topic each with 10 practice questions, 5 word problems and 1 real-life situation to think about. An answer key and teaching tips are included for each lesson. A great value for the price!
Preview of TRANSFERRING THERMAL ENERGY IN THE HOME

TRANSFERRING THERMAL ENERGY IN THE HOME

How does your furnace work? What is conduction, convection, and radiation? Teach the topic of thermal energy and three ways it's transferred in our everyday lives. This lesson includes reading, a diagram, vocabulary, chart, inquiry questions, and an answer key. Plan for about 2-3 classes for the inquiry activity. The main lesson can take from 1-3 hours.
Preview of PHYSICAL SCIENCE BOOKLET

PHYSICAL SCIENCE BOOKLET

This booklet contains 11 physical science topics and each lesson has reading, key vocabulary, short problems, inquiry questions, photos and diagrams, and some have math and word search problems. Great for a substitute teacher! Great for science review in time for exams! There's 3 to 4 weeks of work in this booklet and is sure to engage all your learners. Everyone likes cars and everyone uses electricity. So, there is actually something for everyone here. Everyone can learn how a car uses ene
Preview of CURRENT ELECTRICITY

CURRENT ELECTRICITY

This lesson is about amps,voltage, direct and alternating currents, and watts. Included in this download: a reading passage, key vocabulary, short answer questions, and an inquiry question. The students will learn the main components of electricity and be introduced to the electrical bill. This is a great lesson for Earth Day! Get your students thinking about how we rely on electricity, where it comes from, and how much we use each day!
Preview of HOW USEFUL IS A MACHINE?

HOW USEFUL IS A MACHINE?

What is mechanical advantage? How do you know if a machine is efficient? What is power? Reading, Vocabulary, Support questions, and Inquiry questions and also a fun picture to color and get the brain moving!
Preview of MAGNETISM AND ELECTRICITY

MAGNETISM AND ELECTRICITY

This science lesson is about magnetism and electricity in magnets. Students will learn about magnetic poles, magnetism, permanent and temporary magnets, and compasses. The activities included are reading, vocabulary, short answer questions, a chart, and an inquiry question. This is a great lesson to review or sum up the topic of magnetism or to get started on the topic. It's a great lesson for students to practice reading out loud or silent reading of technical terms. Do you have a substitute
Preview of LOGICAL FALLACIES

LOGICAL FALLACIES

ADD A DEEP UNDERSTANDING OF THE LOGICAL FALLACY TO YOUR STUDENTS' PHILOSOPHICAL TOOL KIT This unit provides a thorough look at 12 logical fallacies in an unbiased and non-judgmental manner. There are over 34 examples of the fallacies to discuss and study more in depth. A detailed answer key and sample responses key are also provided. There are teaching instructions for how to deliver the content and utilize the resources. You will be able to just focus on your teaching as the work in creating t
Preview of ENERGY IN AN AUTOMOBILE

ENERGY IN AN AUTOMOBILE

How does energy transfer in a car? How does a car move? I've always been interested in knowing how my car works. This lesson is for all girls and boys in your class who want to drive one day! Reading, vocabulary, short answer questions, research, and a diagram are included in this lesson.
Preview of ENERGY AND WORK

ENERGY AND WORK

This lesson includes reading, vocabulary, short answer questions, and an inquiry question. Great for a science starter or science center.
Preview of SOLAR ENERGY

SOLAR ENERGY

This lesson includes reading, key vocabulary matching, inquiry questions, and a design activity. Students will learn the basics of solar energy, what it is, basic mechanical components of solar power, and about the transfer of radiant energy. This is an essential lesson to get your students thinking about the future of renewable resources! Perfect for Earth Day!
Preview of BOOKLET: Six Science Lessons

BOOKLET: Six Science Lessons

Six science lessons in this booklet. Each lesson is also available separately in my store. Each lesson includes reading, vocabulary, and inferential and inquiry questions, along with charts and diagrams. Designed for middle and senior years students, these lessons are great for extra follow up study, group and pair projects, and technical reading lessons.
Preview of CAREERS IN SCIENCE

CAREERS IN SCIENCE

Who is a petroleum engineer? What does a ceramic engineer do? Careers in Science start with a spark of curiosity. This lesson includes reading, vocabulary, video analysis, and research chart. All of your students can participate!
Preview of TEMPERATURE

TEMPERATURE

This lesson includes the basics of temperature and the thermometer and looks at Fahrenheit and Celsius as scales of measuring temperature. It's important to have a good foundation of understanding of temperature in Science. This lesson begins with reading and highlighting key vocabulary, a diagram of various types of thermometers, a matching activity, math activity in converting temperatures, and inquiry questions for small group or individual research activities. This handout is one page, bot
Preview of SIMPLE MACHINES

SIMPLE MACHINES

Read, Match, Infer, and Inquire! The top 4 ways to help your students of all abilities! I hope this helps you teach the topic of Simple Machines!!
Preview of TOPICS IN MOTION

TOPICS IN MOTION

This lesson includes reading, matching vocabulary, short answer questions, inquiry questions, and a word search.
Preview of PROCRASTINATION

PROCRASTINATION

Give your students the tools to beat procrastination. This free lesson will help you explain how the brain works and how to stay on track and reach our goals!
Preview of WRITING SAMPLES TO LEARN EDITING TERMS

WRITING SAMPLES TO LEARN EDITING TERMS

IMPROVED! INCLUDES ANSWER KEY AND TEACHING POINTS Included are 8 writing terms and their meaning, 8 samples of bad writing to show each writing trait, answer key, and two versions of student worksheets.
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Experience

I like helping students learn by finding out where they are. Scaffolding and differentiated instruction are my lenses to help students be successful and in creating teacher resources. You will find my lessons follow a pattern: students will identify, infer, and then apply. With high interest topics, I like to make sure the reading level is appropriate and often lower in order to include those that may struggle with reading or are learning English as a Second Language. I call these HI-LO activities! Enjoy!

Teaching style

My teaching style is to think of my most needy student in my class and design lessons for them in mind. I believe they can handle complex and exciting topics but it's all in the way information is presented to them. I create lessons that have some reading, a picture and a space to doodle, key vocabulary, supporting questions, and inquiry questions for deeper learning. Most, if not all, my lessons can be done in pairs or small groups of diverse learners. Every student has a strength!!

My own education history

Bachelor of Education, 1995 Masters of Education, 2013