TeachRamos
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Houston, Texas, United States
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I have been a K-8 teacher since 2006, including work in special education, art, reading, writing, math, science, social studies, positive discipline, multicultural education. I work primarily with struggling readers and ESL students, but my classes are mixed-ability with reading Lexiles ranging from BR-1300: differentiation is key! On average, I increase the percentage of my students meeting state standard by 20-35% of students compared to their own previous year's test, and current average growth is 2 years. In a typical year, 60% of my students enter my room having passed the previous year, and I increase that to about 80-90%.
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A Novel Board Game-Full Project-Based Learning Unit Plan & Printables-Any Novel
Turn any novel into a…a NoVel BoArD GaMe
-Project-based learning for small groups or individual
-Printable game board examples or make your own
-32 Printable game cards to analyze:
context clues,
implicit characterization,
plot
subplot,
multiple themes,
signposts,
and symbolism.
-High-rigor: insistence on deeper plot and subplot analysis, required text-evidence and quote analysis built in.
-Fully editable
-Examples included to help get your students' creative juices
4th - 12th
Balanced Literacy, Close Reading, Reading
Also included in: Top 20 TeachRamos {Full Year BUNDLE} - Every skill in 8th Grade Reading!
27 Question Stem Task Cards - Readiness TEKS - {EDITABLE + Blank Template}
{FULLY EDITABLE} Includes Question Stems for State Readiness TEKS using High-Rigor Language: Characterization, Main Idea, Author’s Purpose, Inferencing from Text Evidence, Summary, and Making Connections Across TextsVisit my store for more resources!
Not Specific
English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies
Also included in: Interactive FUN Reading Review & Webquest Bundle for 8th Grade Reading!
MEGA PACK 10-Day Interactive Study Year-End Test Review-Flashcards,Game
Actual teenagers cheering on the edge of their seats during test prep? Begging to retake and push themselves toward mastery? Yes! High-rigor games? Yep, that too! I use this in class every day! This is my bell ringer and homework plan for the next 2 weeks. I have been using these units with success and student enjoyment for over 5 years. Everything you need to review for state tests, teach tutorials, create stations, or assign Do Now, Exit Ticket, or Homework. -Interactive flashcards and match
5th - 12th
English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
Also included in: Top 20 TeachRamos {Full Year BUNDLE} - Every skill in 8th Grade Reading!
"Get It Write" WebApp - Year-Long Interactive Study, Test Review, Games, Links
Actual teenagers cheering on the edge of their seats during test prep? Begging to retake and push themselves toward mastery? Yes! High-rigor games? Yep, that too!I use this in class every day! This is my bell ringer and homework plan for the next 2 weeks. I have been using these units with success and student enjoyment for over 5 years. Everything you need to teach the TEKS: review for state tests, teach tutorials, create stations. Get It Write Website / AppIncludes Everything Students Need to
6th - 10th
English Language Arts, Grammar
Editable Blush & Gold Binder Kit - Cover, Spine, + Tabs
2 color options - gold / pink theme
Glamour design
8 coordinating spine sizes and colors
3 fully editable covers with chalkboard font theme
Unlimited binder tab kit keeps you organized - even add a table of contents!
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Not Specific
For All Subjects
Also included in: Top 20 TeachRamos {Full Year BUNDLE} - Every skill in 8th Grade Reading!
ABC-Writing ELAR SSR Book Log with Sentence Frames
5-day book log with summary. Book log fuses Notice & Note Signposts and Plot elements with ELL-friendly sentence frames to help readers develop higher-level responses to independent reading books during SSR time. BONUS: Click here for a presentation to Help Implement SSR in Your Class. I bookmark this link so it's ready to project on my board every morning when the kids arrive.
6th - 12th
English Language Arts, Reading, Writing
Also included in: Independent Reading Log BUNDLE for SSR or DEAR (Book, Novel, Story)
Plot Summary Mini-Book Foldable
Texas TEKS 8.6AB, modeled after STAAR-style test question stems, this high-level book report has been adapted to a fun foldable! Can be used for books, short stories, or any narrative excerpt!
7th - 12th
Close Reading, Reading, Reading Strategies
Also included in: Independent Reading Log BUNDLE for SSR or DEAR (Book, Novel, Story)
Genius Bar Real World Poetry & Figurative Language Analysis Station {editable}
Texas TEKS 8.4, 8.8, derived from STAAR test question stems, this high-level analysis can be used for popular songs of students choice or for any poems or literary text.
It's time we break the mold and shake the dust from that tired saying, "I hate poetry." OUCH! But how?
Imagine your students are lining up outside of your room, but instead of your door, there is butcher paper welcoming them to the Apple Store. Upon walking into your room, the apple commercials is on loop on the projector and
4th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Poetry
Also included in: Top 20 TeachRamos {Full Year BUNDLE} - Every skill in 8th Grade Reading!
6AB Characterization - Plot - Inferencing QIC Novel, Story, or Book Report
Texas TEKS 8.6AB, derived from STAAR-style test question stems, this high-level book report! Can be used for books, short stories, or any narrative excerpt! Track Metacognition: Questions and Inferences! Use with any novel or short story! Better than a Book Log!
7th - 12th
Close Reading, Reading, Reading Strategies
Also included in: Independent Reading Log BUNDLE for SSR or DEAR (Book, Novel, Story)
Test-Taking Tips for Close Reading & Question Analysis
A deeper look at reading strategies. We are a 7-star Distinction Campus, as rated by TEA. This is based on our Schoolwide Strategy. I teach low-performing students and see high growth. For example, last year my students grew from 53% passing the State Test to 85% passing. Here is the strategy I use with my kids: I-Infer (Make a Prediction) R-Read E-Essential Words A-Annotate the Passage D-Determine the Answer Bonus: Tally the Winners!
6th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
Also included in: Interactive FUN Reading Review & Webquest Bundle for 8th Grade Reading!
Test-Taking Tips for Close Reading & Question Analysis
A deeper look at reading strategies. We are a 7-STAR Distinction Campus, as rated by TEA. This is our Schoolwide Strategy for ALL SUBJECT AREAS. I teach low-performing students and see high growth. For example, last year my students grew from 53% passing STAAR to 85% passing STAAR test.
Here is the strategy I use with my kids:
I-I see...I think (Make a Prediction)
R-Read
E-Emphasize Key Words
A-Annotate the Passage
D-Defend your answers
Bonus: Tally the Winners!
6th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
Builder - A Cloze Poem for Empathy
Use to introduce poetry writing with imagery, theme, and graphic elements.
Or use at the beginning of the year to allow students to share how they are often misperceived by adults and peers.
The piece includes a simplified version, appropriate for grades 5-8 and a challenge version appropriate for grades 9-12. Lesson outline included. Students will practice skills in reading, analyzing, and writing poetry.
5th - 12th, Higher Education
Creative Writing, Poetry, School Counseling
Also included in: Top 20 TeachRamos {Full Year BUNDLE} - Every skill in 8th Grade Reading!
Genre Posters-Summary & Predictions (with Bonus interactive game) {EDITABLE}
{FULLY EDITABLE} Includes strategies for analyzing, summarizing, and making predictions in main tested genres for STAAR 8th Grade Reading glamour-worthy Gold & Blush Pink Posters. Chalkboard-themed font.
I have my students memorize these strategies and use when annotating passages during close read.
-Expository (8.10)/Persuasive (8.11)
-Narrative (8.6)/Drama (8.5)/Literary Nonfiction (8.7)
-Poetry (8.4)
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3rd - 12th, Not Specific
English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies
Also included in: Top 20 TeachRamos {Full Year BUNDLE} - Every skill in 8th Grade Reading!
6B Characterization Analysis CUBE and Character Dolls - EDITABLE
Texas TEKS 8.6B, modeled after Standardized test question stems to ensure rigor, this high-level analysis can be used for books, short stories, or any narrative excerpt! Metacognition: Questions and Inferences! Use with any novel or short story! Better than a Book Log!
7th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading
Also included in: Independent Reading Log BUNDLE for SSR or DEAR (Book, Novel, Story)
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About the store
Experience
I have been a K-8 teacher since 2006, including work in special education, art, reading, writing, math, science, social studies, positive discipline, multicultural education. I work primarily with struggling readers and ESL students, but my classes are mixed-ability with reading Lexiles ranging from BR-1300: differentiation is key! On average, I increase the percentage of my students meeting state standard by 20-35% of students compared to their own previous year's test, and current average growth is 2 years. In a typical year, 60% of my students enter my room having passed the previous year, and I increase that to about 80-90%.
Teaching style
Socio-emotional intelligence, hands-on. Fun with inspiration and RIGOR!
Awards & shining teacher moments
Award of Excellence for Student Achievement on 8th Grade Reading STAAR;
7-STAAR Campus, Texas Met Distinction in All Areas;
Campus Teacher Appraisal: Level 4/4 "Instructional practices result in exceptional student learning impact."
My own education history
Bachelor's of Arts, Education (K-8);
ESL Certified, 4-8 Generalist
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