TelaCHER
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Katy, Texas, United States
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I have over a decade of teaching experience with all levels of high school English. However, the bulk of my experience has been working with EOC (end of course) tested grade levels (9th and 10th) serving as a teacher of multiple levels and team lead.
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Lit. Circle Bundle
This Lit. Circle unit spans several weeks and was designed for short stories (but has also been used with whole novels or choice texts). Reading for the Lit. Circle Portion of the Unit:Students journal with a quick write each day as a warm-up. (4 weeks of journal prompts included)They read their choice story taking notes with the story overview packet. Then students have over 19 menu options to choose from to complete in groups. Items range from 1-4 points in value depending on the difficulty
9th - 10th
English Language Arts, Reading, Short Stories
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.3
, LA.9-12.E2.11.F
, LA.9-12.E2.9.A
+8
SIFT for Poetry
This is a complex organizer designed to help students analyze Symbolism, Imagery, Figurative Language, and Tone for poems. Students have 5 poem categories to choose from: Love, Belonging/Isolation, Dreams/Goals, Challenges, or Identity. The poem bank is linked to the top of the organizer. The student chooses their category and picks any poem (sometimes a song) from that category to SIFT. They also use a linked theme bank, to select a relevant theme for their chosen poem. This can be done in iso
10th
English Language Arts, Poetry, Writing-Essays
TEKS
LA.9-12.E1.8.F
, LA.9-12.E1.8.D
, LA.9-12.E1.10.B
+2
Paired Article Sets Bundle (Includes All 6 articles, brochure/organizer handout)
Teen Friendly Argument Texts paired to see two sides of the same issue... Student choose one of three topics and analyze two opposing sides of the same issue. Students follow a chart at the top to highlight for certain aspects of argument like claim, appeals, counterclaim, etc. The slides have each article linked and designed so that students make their own copy when they click the link. I have also included some directions slides and some fun warm-ups using images that can be tweaked to suit yo
10th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.8.A
, LA.9-12.E2.8.G
, LA.9-12.E2.7.E.i
+1
Lit. Circle Menu
This menu offers 19 different activities that cover a wide range of reading, writing, and other language art related skills. Every menu item listed is linked to a google doc with a description of the task, success criteria rubric, and examples if needed. This was designed to go with a longer short story unit, but I have also used it for whole length book club novels. The "bookshelf" to 6 longer short stories is linked at the top if you need text ideas. They can be swapped out the the stories of
9th - 10th
English Language Arts, Reading, Short Stories
TEKS
LA.9-12.E1.3
, LA.9-12.E1.5.E
, LA.9-12.E1.6.B
+5
Also included in: Lit. Circle Bundle
Poetry Paths Activity Set
Students choose between three poetry paths ("Dealing with Reality," "Persona Questioned," or "Brave Enough"). The slides and materials are designed to go through 1 week and the activities are equivalent regardless of what path a student chooses. Day 1 & 2- the student reads and answers questions about the featured or main written poem for their pathway. Day 3 the student can watcha spoken word poem that connects to their featured poem from the same path category. The written transcript is also p
9th - 10th
Poetry
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.4.H
, LA.9-12.E2.4.G
, LA.9-12.E2.4.F
+3
Research Projects for Lit. Circles
This is designed for the end of a Lit. Circle using short stories, but has also been used for choice books or whole length novels. Once students have read the fictional text, completed the menu items, they found a thread or idea from the text that inspired them to research a topic in the real world. They used the research document and finally put it altogether here by choosing a project to complete. Options include: A podcastAn OPEDA Digital EssayAcademic PosterAll projects have a description p
9th - 10th
English Language Arts, Other (ELA)
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.11.F
, LA.9-12.E2.11.H
, LA.9-12.E2.11.C
+2
Also included in: Lit. Circle Bundle
"America Needs Its Nerds" Rhetorical Analysis Handout/Activity
Students read this abridged student friendly version of "America Needs Its Nerds" by Leonid Fridman. They color code the three rhetorical appeals, highlight pathos-PINK, ethos- YELLOW, and Logos- BLUE. There are 10 questions that follow the text (short answer + m/c). *Answer Key included below original document (highlighted with notes, and m/c answers selected)
9th - 10th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.8.A
, LA.9-12.E2.8.G
, LA.9-12.E2.7.E.iii
+2
Paired Article Set: "Is the Internet Making Us Stupid?"
Teen Friendly Argument Texts paired to see two sides of the same issue... Topic Description: The internet might be changing our brain patterns or making us unable to perform simple tasks. But are these fears unfounded? The Pro/Yes Side will argue why the internet is making us less intelligent. The Con/No Side will argue why fear of new technology or technology use in largely unfounded. Students follow a chart at the top to highlight for certain aspects of argument like claim, appeals, countercla
10th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.8.A
, LA.9-12.E2.8.G
, LA.9-12.E2.7.E.i
+1
Refutation Paragraphs (Arg. Analysis Activity)
This has students look at three strong student examples of refutation paragraphs and three weak examples. They answer questions identifying the counterclaim, concession, and rebuttals the students used. On the weak responses, they answer what was wrong or missing and how they would fix it. Finally, at the end they do a chart of what "Must," what "Might", and what "Won't" go in a refutation paragraph for their own argument essay/letter.
10th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Writing
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.7.E.ii
Argument Test
This Argument test is based off STAAR 2.0 question styles and stems. It includes questions covering TEKS: 8A: analyze the author's purpose, audience, and message within a text8G: analyze the purpose of rhetorical devices such as appeals, antithesis, parallelism, and shifts and the effects of logical fallacies.7ei--> analyze characteristics and structural elements of argumentative texts such as: clear arguable claim, appeals and convincing conclusion7eii- analyze various types of evidence and
10th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E1.8.G
, LA.9-12.E1.8.A
, LA.9-12.E1.7.E.i
+1
Lit. Circle Unit Slides Deck
These slides go with the Lit. Circle Bundle: Lit Circle Menu Lit. Circle threading & research projects *I recommend buying the Lit. Circle Bundle, the menu, or research project and using them with the activities
9th - 10th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.11.F
, LA.9-12.E2.9.A
, LA.9-12.E2.11.A
+5
Also included in: Lit. Circle Bundle
Paired Article Set: "Should Certain Historical Statues be Removed?"
Teen Friendly Argument Texts paired to see two sides of the same issue... Topic Description: The debate whether Confederate statues should be taken down has been gaining momentum for years, but what about the people who say we should preserve history? The Pro/Yes Side will argue why it’s time to take down certain historic statues that represent the uglier parts of America’s past. The Con/No Side will argue why certain statues should be left alone, despite what they represent, in order to preserv
10th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.8.A
, LA.9-12.E2.8.G
, LA.9-12.E2.7.E.i
+1
Paired Article Sets: Choice Argument Activity
Teen Friendly Argument Texts paired to see two sides of the same issue... Student choose one of three topics and analyze two opposing sides of the same issue. Students follow a chart at the top to highlight for certain aspects of argument like claim, appeals, counterclaim, etc. The slides have each article linked and designed so that students make their own copy when they click the link. I have also included some directions slides and some fun warm-ups using images that can be tweaked to suit y
10th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.8.A
, LA.9-12.E2.8.G
, LA.9-12.E2.7.E.i
+1
"Breaking Down An Argument" Handout
The organizer can be used with any argumentative text. It has students look at claim, rhetorical appeals, evidence, counterargument, concession, rebuttal, and logical fallacies.
9th - 11th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.8.G
, LA.9-12.E2.7.E.i
, LA.9-12.E2.7.E.ii
SOAP + TEL Organizer
This organizer can be used with any argumentative text. It has students break down specific rhetorical aspects: S=Speaker O=Occasion A=Audience P=Purpose T= Building Trust E= Raising Emotion L=Establishing Logic
9th - 11th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.8.A
, LA.9-12.E2.8.G
, LA.9-12.E2.8.D
+3
Paired Article Set: "Should Pitbulls be banned?"
Teen Friendly Argument Texts paired to see two sides of the same issue... Topic Description: There are often restrictions on owning Pitbulls due to their history related to dog fights. But is this fair and does it really make the community safer? The Pro/Yes Side will argue why Pitbulls are a dangerous dog breed and should be banned. The Con/No Side will argue why Pitbulls are unfairly targeted as a dog breed. Students follow a chart at the top to highlight for certain aspects of argument like c
10th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.8.A
, LA.9-12.E2.8.G
, LA.9-12.E2.7.E.i
+1
Story Overview Notes
This note packet was designed for students reading short stories as part of the Lit. Circle bundle. However, you could use or tweak it to be for notes for any novel or fictional text. The top links to 6 longer short stories on a Lit. Circle Bookshelf
9th - 10th
English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.3
, LA.9-12.E2.4.A
, LA.9-12.E2.4.B
Also included in: Lit. Circle Bundle
Argument Brochure/Foldable (Organizer)
This foldable brochure can be used with any argumentative article/text. It has students record, organize, and answer questions about: claimpurposeorganizationaudiencespeakerall three rhetorical appealscounterclaimconcessionrebuttal*Suggested use with the pro/con article sets I have* Time frame-- one day to read and annotate a non-fiction argument text, one day to complete the brochure on it
10th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.8.A
, LA.9-12.E2.8.G
, LA.9-12.E2.7.E.i
+1
Argument Quiz
Students read this argument letter and answer multiple choice questions that assess their knowledge of TEKS 7ei, 7eii, 8A, and 8G (argument standards + speaker, purpose, message, and audience) Answer Key is included
10th
English Language Arts
TEKS
LA.9-12.E1.8.G
, LA.9-12.E1.8.A
, LA.9-12.E1.7.E.i
+1
Poem Quiz (Author's Craft)
Uses two poems "To Live in the Zombie Apocalypse" and "Ghost" to test student understanding of author's craft elements such as: tone/mood or tone shiftsauthor's purpose of figurative languageuse of imagery and symbolism and their purpose in the textsynthesis of two texts (comparing and contrasting them)*Answers are highlighted You can un-highlight to make printed copies for students or copy and paste the questions into a testing system like go Formative, Schoology, School City, etc. *This is al
9th - 10th
Poetry
TEKS
LA.9-12.E2.4.H
, LA.9-12.E2.8.E
, LA.9-12.E2.8.F
+1
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About the store
Experience
I have over a decade of teaching experience with all levels of high school English. However, the bulk of my experience has been working with EOC (end of course) tested grade levels (9th and 10th) serving as a teacher of multiple levels and team lead.
Teaching style
Ultimately my goal is to create independent learners and thinkers. I try to follow a scaffolded model of teaching ("I do"-whole class modeling, "we do"-group or paired work, "you do"-independent practice).
I believe in rigor, but try to make things interesting and engaging for students, by providing choice whenever possible.
All lesson, activities, and assignments are connected to the state skills of TEKS in Texas, but would easily fit standards based skills and mastery learning for other areas.
My tests or quizzes tend to be aligned to the TEXAS STAAR test, or more recently the STAAR 2.0 but could easily be adapted to the testing style of another state if needed.
I am detailed oriented, and want my assignments and directions to be clear enough that a student can figure out what to do on their own from home using a learning platform like Schoology, Canvas, or Google Classroom.
My own education history
Bachelor's Degree in English Language Arts Education from the University of Central Florida.
-ESL endorsement
-Gifted and Talented Certification
-Mentor teacher for student teachers
-Team Lead for 9th and 10th grade
Additional biographical information
I'm a wife and mother of two small boys.
I have a passionate desire to help other educators and students, so please reach out with questions. I will try to assist however I can.
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