TEACHthroughTECH
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Indiana, United States
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14th year teacher with experience in both middle school and high school settings. Courses taught include:
- 8th grade Language Arts (co-taught with American History)
- Reading Development / Reading and Writing Success (a support class for students struggling with English)
- 9th grade English
- American Literature (11th grade)
- 10th grade English
- Language Lab (2 differentiated courses - one for freshman (9) and one for grades 10-12) as a support class for students to improve English ability and prepare for standardized testing / meet graduation requirements
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Whimsical Floral Coloring Pages - Set of 5
Are you looking for simple, beautiful coloring activities that won't overwhelm your students? This set of 5 Whimsical Floral & Succulent Coloring Pages is designed with clean, bold lines and "non-intricate" shapes, making them perfect for preschool through 2nd-grade students, or as a calming mindfulness activity for older kids. Inspired by boutique hand-painted floral banners, these pages feature a trendy "Coquette" aesthetic—complete with flowing bows, lush hydrangeas, and friendly succulents.
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Coloring Pages, Graphic Arts, Other (Arts)
USA Coloring Sheets (Set of 10) - Celebrate America's 250th Anniversary!
Help your students celebrate our country's heritage with these simple yet effective coloring designs that reflect the culture and history of our country.
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Coloring Pages, Other (Arts), U.S. History
Book Scavenger Hunt for Any Book (Fiction & Nonfiction)
This two page activity is a great beginner's guide to help students navigate the elements of a fiction book and a nonfiction book. This activity could be used with books in your classroom, or take students to the library and try it out. You could also adapt this for the virtual classroom setting by having students use books from their own household. Students will identify items in each book, such as: Title, Cover, Author, Table of Contents, Chapters, Index, Vocabulary, and more!
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English Language Arts, For All Subjects, Reading
Family Member Job Interview Sheet
This handout includes questions for students to interview a family member, friend, or adult to learn more about careers. This 3-page document includes 20 questions with space for students to type or print responses.This task would be great for use in a Careers Class, Life Skills, Lab or English class setting!
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English Language Arts
To Kill a Mockingbird (TKMB) Key Information Packet
This 4 PAGE digital packet is for use with the novel To Kill a Mockingbird. It includes a table for chapter summaries, list of characters, and chapter questions. It is comprised of the key information a student would need to know as he/she reads the novel. This works well as a printed handout or digitally for a virtual task! This is great to use as a homework assignment (exit ticket) after reading certain chapters, or can be used as a conversation starter / review the following day! The possib
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English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
All About Writing - An Introduction to Basic Writing Skills
This Interactive Google Slideshow is a great introduction to a writing unit, or really any class in which writing skills are important! In this 13-slide activity, students will make a copy of the slideshow and analyze questions such as: When you think of writing, what comes to mind?What qualities/skills does a good writer have?What aspects of writing are enjoyable/difficult for you?Students will also be given three writing prompts ( Informational, Narrative, and Argumentative). Their responses w
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English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Expository
Digital Team Contract - A Document Template for Group Work
This team contract can be used for any extended group work or projects in your classroom. It is best implemented at the start of the project or unit immediately after the groups are established. This contract will be the baseline for any and all collaborative work done in your classroom. Included in the template document for students to complete is the following:Project Start / End DateStudent Name and Strengths/SkillsProject Roles (4 pre-determined roles for students to choose from: Including D
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Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Magazines & Fact vs. Opinion Activity
Use any magazine with this Magazine & Fact vs. Opinion digital activity! It is adaptable for any grade level and is a great introduction into the design/layout of magazines. It is designed for partner work (switching magazines) but could be adapted for single use as well.
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English Language Arts, Informational Text, Other (ELA)
Newspaper Scavenger Hunt
Think print news is dead? Think again! Remind students of the benefits of printed news by using this newspaper scavenger hunt, which can be adapted for use with ANY NEWSPAPER! English students, or journalism/newspaper students can benefit from learning the basics of how a traditional newspaper is laid out, and the appropriate journalistic terminology.
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English Language Arts, Informational Text, Writing
"The Open Window" Reading Comprehension Task
This activity accompanies the short story "The Open Window" and focuses on characterization, author purpose, and quote analysis.
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English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
Also included in:Â SHORT STORY BUNDLE FOR MS / HS!
Thanksgiving RAT Practice
This reading comprehension activity also doubles as a mini-writing review using the acronym RAT (the formula for writing short answer constructed responses - RESTATE, ANSWER THE QUESTION, AND TIE IT BACK TO TEXT EVIDENCE). This activity can be adapted for any age level, although the content in the article may be best suited for Middle School / High School. I have given credit to the original author / website of the nonfiction article in this activity.
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English Language Arts, Writing
WWII & Holocaust Knowledge Chart
This chart can be used to determine what prior knowledge students have PRIOR to starting a unit about WWII & The Holocaust. (Ex: I use this before teaching the memoir Night in my sophomore English classes). Students will complete page 1 (BEFORE) starting the unit. It is a great way to start a class discussion and/or learn how much your students know about these topics before the unit begins. The second page of the document is identical, but states (AFTER). After completing the unit, have stud
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English Language Arts, Social Studies, World History
Reading Log for Any Novel / Independent Reading
This is a reading log template that can be used at any grade level for students to keep track of their reading progress individually and respond to any questions or prompts provided by you. You can print this chart for a hands-on organizer or use it digitally in your remote learning classroom!
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English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies
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About the store
Experience
14th year teacher with experience in both middle school and high school settings. Courses taught include:
- 8th grade Language Arts (co-taught with American History)
- Reading Development / Reading and Writing Success (a support class for students struggling with English)
- 9th grade English
- American Literature (11th grade)
- 10th grade English
- Language Lab (2 differentiated courses - one for freshman (9) and one for grades 10-12) as a support class for students to improve English ability and prepare for standardized testing / meet graduation requirements
Teaching style
-4 years experience in a Project-Based Learning middle school
-9 years experience in a traditional-based high school
All activities and resources for sale on my page have been tested and used in my own classroom!
Awards & shining teacher moments
I have presented at the New Tech Network national conference in Orlando, Florida, in 2017 on the topic of "Managing Teams in the Middle School Classroom".
I am currently the team leader for our high school's Sophomore English Department.
I have led several Professional Development Sessions to teachers throughout our school district on topics such as: Managing Teams in the Classroom, Strategies for Group Work, and other Instructional strategies.
My own education history
-Received Bachelor's Degree from Purdue University in 2013 majoring in English Education with dual concentrations (Language Arts and Reading)
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