Sal's Teaching Tools
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I am a retired teacher with more than 30 years of classroom experience. I have taught grades 1,2,3,4,5,6,& 8. I have also taught remedial reading, remedial math, and speech. The majority of my teaching has been in fifth grade classrooms.
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Spelling Practice Template - Write words 5 times each.
This file is a template for writing spelling words 5 times each. It helps students keep their papers organized and neat.
1st - 6th
Spelling
Multiplcation Math Facts Drill Sheets
This packet includes drill sheets, answer keys, teacher record sheet, and student checklist for tracking progress on the memorization of basic multiplication facts. It is intended to be used daily as a one minute drill at the beginning of math class. There are four half sheet forms for each level, zeroes through twelves. Students are to take each quiz repeatedly until they score 100 per cent twice in a row.
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
Reading Guide for Searching for David's Heart, a Christmas Story
This digital file is a comprehensive guide for the book Searching for David's Heart, a Christmas Story which was written by Cherie Bennett. It includes a worksheet for each of the 21 chapters in the book and a quiz. Emphasis is on vocabulary and comprehension. This book is suitable for students in grades 5 through 8. The story is about family relationships and how a family suffers and recovers after the death of a member of the family. Key is included.
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5th - 8th
Reading
Reading Worksheets for Caleb's Story, a book by Patricia MacLachlan.
Caleb's Story is the 3rd book in the Sarah Plain and Tall series by Patricia MacLachlan. I used these books with 5th grade students and made worksheets to go with them. This 27 page PDF file is an update to previous file I posted for this book. I added several pages. Included are 2 pages of points for discussion, 8 pages for vocabulary and spelling practice, multiple choice quiz, write out answer quiz, word searches, crossword puzzle, story map template and sample key, book report template bas
3rd - 6th
Reading, Spelling, Vocabulary
Fantasy - The Velveteen Rabbit
This digital file includes 7 worksheets and their answer keys to go with the story The Velveteen Rabbit. This a good example to use when studying fantasies in grades 2,3, or 4, and maybe even 5. You can discuss differences between real and unreal characteristics. There are questions to answer by filling in blanks, questions to answer with complete sentences. There is a paper to write definitions on and a paper to match definitions with vocabulary. There is a chart to list real and unreal ch
2nd - 4th
Reading, Spelling, Vocabulary
Spelling Sentences
This is a template for writing sentences using spelling words. Students are asked to use a different spelling word in each of 10 sentences. They are to underline the spelling words. Students are reminded to start sentences with capital letters and end with punctuation marks.
2nd - 6th
Spelling
Award Certificate -Generic
This award certificate is a generic form that can be used for anything. Text reads _______________ has earned this special award for _______________________________. Lines are provided for teacher signature and date. Bright gold stars are on the certificate as well as the word, congratulations.
K - 12th
For All Subjects
Soc. St. - And Then What Happened Paul Revere quiz and key
This file is a 10 question multiple-choice quiz on the short book "And Then What Happened Paul Revere?". The book was written by Jean Fritz. The quiz was written by Sallie Ditsch. This story is a good supplement to 5th grade social studies curriculum. I read the story aloud with students and then give them the quiz for accountability in listening, comprehension, and following along.
3rd - 6th
Reading, U.S. History
Novel Study Guide for Missing 'Gator of Gumbo Limbo with Extras
This 78 page digital file is an update to my original guide for the book Missing 'Gator of Gumbo Limb by Jean Craighead George. I have added language activities dealing with metaphors, similes, adjectives, adverbs, sequence of events, and character sketches. I have also added the Common Core State Standards that apply.
The original file was 65 pages that included guided reading questions and vocabulary for all chapters, review vocabulary and comprehension quizzes for every three chapters, writ
5th - 8th
English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary
Reading Quiz for short novel, The Hundred Dresses, by Eleanor Estes
This digital file includes 38 vocabulary matching and 15 multiple choice questions for the story The Hundred Dresses by Eleanor Estes. This story is appropriate for students in grades 3 through 6. It is interesting and is perfect for teaching about the effects of teasing and bullying.
3rd - 6th
Reading, Vocabulary
Novel Study for Missing Gator of Gumbo Limbo
This 65 page PDF file is a guide for"The Missing 'Gator of Gumbo Limbo" by Jean Craighead. It includes vocabulary and guided reading questions for each chapter, vocabulary review sheets (crossword or matching) and .quizzes for chapters 1 - 3, chapters 4- 6, chapters 7 - 9. A book report form helps students summarize events in order. A word search is also included.This book ties in nicely with science when studying ecology and the environment and could easily be used in a unit combining reading
5th - 8th
Environment, Reading, Science
Award Certificate - Most Creative and Artistic
This award certificate is in PDF format. Text reads Most artistic and creative student award presented to.... Lines are provided for student name, teacher signature, and date. Three graphics on certificate show tools used for different art forms. Border is blue motion blur. Text is black.
1st - 12th
Graphic Arts
Reading worksheets for More Perfect than the Moon
This PDF file contains a quiz, crossword puzzle, word search, story map template, book report template, and answer keys for the story More perfect than the Moon by Patricia MacLachlan. The story is the 4th in the Sarah Plain and Tall Series. These are wonderful heart warming stories that both boys and girls enjoy. I used them with 5th grade students, but I think they would be appropriate for students in grades 3 through 6.
3rd - 6th
Reading
Award Certificate - Good Citizen
This award certificate is in PDF format. Text reads Good Citizen Award. Lines are provided for student name, teacher signature, and date. There is a blue motion blur border. Red, white, and blue stars across the bottom of the certificate show qualities of a good citizen.
K - 12th
Character Education
Award Certificate - Social Studies
You have earned this award for superb effort and quality work in social studies. CONGRATULATIONS! The previous text is on the award certificate within a US flag border. There are lines on which to write a student name, a teacher name, and the date.
4th - 12th
Social Studies
Guided Reading for novel Borrowers Afield
This file contains a series of comprehension questions to guide students through the reading of the novel Borrowers Afield by Mary Norton. It also includes activities for a character sketch, a story map, and a crossword puzzle. This novel is most appropriate for students in grades 5 through 7. It is a classic story about very tiny people searching for a new home after being forced out of their old home. The characters are very endearing as they encounter and deal with many difficulties on th
5th - 7th
Reading, Vocabulary
Paragraph Writing Lesson 2 Power Point
This Power Point presentation reviews the parts of a paragraph and provides several paragraphs in which to circle main idea and closing sentences, underline supporting details, and put an X on word for topic. Also provided are paragraphs in which students are asked to cross out the sentence that does not belong because it is off topic.
4th - 8th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Writing-Expository
Quiz for Simple, Compound, and Complex Sentences
This pdf file includes a quick review, a quiz, and an answer key for simple, compound, and complex sentences. I made it to use after completing my Powerpoint presentation on simple, compound, and complex sentences. Anyone could use it after studying the different types of sentences in English grammar.
5th - 8th
English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing
Verb Tense Power Point Presentation
This 30 slide Power Point presentation explains and demonstrates the different verb tenses of the English language, including present, past, past perfect, future, and future perfect. Patterns / rules are presented for forming the different verb tenses. Review and a quiz are included.
4th - 6th
English Language Arts, Grammar, Spelling
CCSS
L.5.1b
, L.5.1c
Guided Reading for novel Miracles on Maple Hill
Miracles on Maple Hill is a story about caring and building healthy family relationships. Marlys father has returned from being a prisoner of war and is having a difficult time adjusting. The family moves to an old deserted family farm on Maple Hill in hopes that the process of fixing up the farm and living in this kind of natural environment will help Father recover. As the family interacts with neighbors and learns to enjoy their surroundings, we see the healing power of nature. This is a
4th - 7th
Reading, Spelling
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About the store
Experience
I am a retired teacher with more than 30 years of classroom experience. I have taught grades 1,2,3,4,5,6,& 8. I have also taught remedial reading, remedial math, and speech. The majority of my teaching has been in fifth grade classrooms.
Teaching style
I liked involving students in projects that required some research and presentation in front of class. I used Power Point quite often. Smart Boards came in just as I was retiring, but I used them when I got the chance. I kept up a web page to communicate with parents and provide a source of extra info and practice for students. I spent my evenings and weekends doing computer work for the school I worked at. I incorporated the use of technology into
my classroom as much and as often as I could.
My own education history
I earned my teaching degree from Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. I earned more than 85 graduate credits beyond my degree.
Additional biographical information
I have 3 children, 2 step children, and 13 grandchildren.
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