The Elevated English Classroom
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GROVELAND, Florida, United States
About the store
I’m a 13-year virtual and brick & mortar classroom veteran, specializing in Advanced and Gifted 6th–8th grade Language Arts. I’ve also taught 9th and 10th grade in an Alternative Placement High School, so I know what it takes to engage all learners. Managing multiple preps taught me how precious teachers’ planning time is—and that’s exactly what my resources are designed to save.
My resources focus on literature, writing, and curriculum enrichment, crafted to complement any district materials. I have spent years refining each resource so it’s ready to use, meaningful for students, and easy for teachers. If it can make your teaching day easier, it’s yours!
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Plot Review Pack with 4 Fairy Tales
Distance Learning Compatible! Review all Plot Elements from Exposition to Resolution with these familiar Fairy Tales! This 40-page Fairy Tale Plot review can be used in a variety of ways! Great for: Sub Plans Independent Packet work Group/Interactive Work Homeschool/Distance Learning (Can be differentiated for Elementary & Middle School students.) Includes: Teacher Directions 4 Fairy Tales: Hansel & Gretel Jack & the Beanstalk Sleeping Beauty Goldilocks & the 3 Bears
3rd - 9th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Marking the Text Classroom Poster | AVID Resource
This eye-catching poster guides students through marking an informational text for later reference. Easy-to-remember steps help prepare students for independent research, written exams, and essays! These steps for marking the text apply equally to all classrooms-- not just ELA! In addition to the colored Poster print, your purchase includes Black & White 8.5x11 copyHalf sheet B&W copy that can be used for handouts or student notebooksQuarter sheet B&W copy also used for handouts or stude
4th - 12th
English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies
The Outsiders Complete Novel Unit with Student Workbooks
Cover a Semester's worth of Standards with 17 engaging resources to help build students’ love of The Outsiders. From Activating to Analysis, this Complete Novel Unit has everything from Philosophical Chairs to PowerPoint, Vocabulary to Final Exam. Enrichment activities include Socratic Seminar and Project Menu to empower your students to take charge of their own learning. Included in this Unit: Teacher Directions, "Read Me First"Cover page and Table of Contents for Student Workbooks2 Phil
6th - 10th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
"The Tell-Tale Heart" Short Story Pack
"The Tell-Tale Heart" is a great way to introduce students to Edgar Allen Poe. He's always a creepy favorite with Middle School and High School Students! This short story pack is everything you need to give your students a thorough understanding of the story and then some! It's a great resource for: Sub PlansIndependent StudyDistance Learning/HomeschoolPart of a larger Short Story UnitCollaboration/in-class workThis unit features: PlotConflictSummarizingCiting Text Evidenceand a great One-pa
7th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in: Middle School Short Story Bundle
One-pager Directions and Rubrics--Informational Texts & Literature
Great AVID resource! One-pagers are a visual representation of what a student has learned. They're a fantastic resource for hands-on learners, and the best part...students enjoy them so much they hardly realize how much they're learning! Make grading One-pagers a breeze with this Rubric. Never tried One-pagers before? Directions on the top of the page are simple and clear for students and teachers alike! ;) Students can complete the one-pagers on the back of the rubric, you can print dire
4th - 12th
English Language Arts, Science, Social Studies
The Outsiders Intro PowerPoint with Guided Notes
This 14-slide PowerPoint is a perfect introduction to your study of The Outsiders. It reviews: Notes on the Author1960's Background The Outsiders slangand more!Detailed Guided Notes help students understand and prepare for their study of this classic novel! Also included in the PowerPoint and Notes are 4 reflection questions to help students start thinking about different ideas explored in the text. These ideas are also incorporated in my Socratic Seminar product found here. *Note: PowerPo
6th - 10th
English Language Arts, Literature, Reading
Figurative Language Against Humanity Card Game
This hilarious interactive card game teaches students how to create, identify, and understand Similes and Metaphors! Played in groups of 2-5, students will compete to create the best simile or metaphor from more than 80 playing cards. Watch your students combine cards to create hysterical similes and discuss why one example of figurative language is better than the next. Guaranteed to increase student awareness of similes and metaphors in a most unconventional way! Worksheet included to
6th - 12th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Literature
Point of View Lesson Plan with Guided Notes, Task Cards, Assessment and more!
From introduction with scaffolding to assessment and extension--everything you need to introduce, reinforce, or review Point of View! This complete lesson plan includes: Cornell-style guided notes for students (with detailed Teacher notes)Easy-to-follow Flow Chart to help students determine POV in two styles--can be enlarged to poster size!16 Point of View Task Cards featuring classic stories 2 worksheets that can be used as additional support, homework, or assessmentsFun hands-on extension a
6th - 9th
Close Reading, Creative Writing, English Language Arts
Intro to Shakespeare:PowerPoint, Notes, & Quizzes
Simple, Informative, and approachable way to introduce your students to Shakespeare. Pack includes: 30-slide PowerPointCornell-style Guided Notes to accompany PPT2 Quiz Options: 20-question Multiple Choice15-question Fill-in-the-Blank(Answer Keys Provided)PowerPoint is filled with pictures, engaging for high school students, makes Shakespeare relevant!PowerPoint Includes: 4-minute Biographical VideoPersonal and Professional DetailsInformation about the Globe TheaterReviews 3 main types of Play
8th - 12th
English Language Arts
Socratic Seminar Forms: Directions, Modifiable Classroom Norms, Grading Rubric
Scared to introduce Socratic Seminars to your class? Or just looking to take your Socratic Seminars to the next level? This Supplement Pack will instantly simplify your Seminars! Includes: Detailed Socratic Seminar Teacher directions for anyone new to the game! Outlines what to do before, during, and after each Seminar.3 different high-quality PDF versions of Seminar Norms:Completed page with 6 "Norms"6 "Norm" page with space for 2 additional class-specific RulesBlank page with space for 8 "
5th - 12th
For All Subjects
Also included in: Socratic Seminar Bundle for "The Most Dangerous Game"
"The Lottery" Short Story Pack
For good or bad, "The Lottery" is one of those stories you can never forget! It's always a hit with teenage readers! This Short Story Pack includes everything you need for your students to get a thorough understanding of the story and then some! It's a great resource for: Sub PlansIndependent StudyDistance Learning/HomeschoolPart of a larger Short Story UnitCollaboration/in-class workThis unit features:PlotMood/ToneSymbolismCiting Text EvidenceGuided notes with PowerPoint This Short Story Pac
7th - 12th
English Language Arts
Also included in: Middle School Short Story Bundle
"The Devil & Daniel Webster" Short Story Pack
This has to be one of my favorite short stories, and I wish it would be read more often! In addition to what you have here, it makes a great tie-in with Social Studies when studying the Missouri Compromise, or for researching the (in)famous Americans found in the jury. So much fun stuff to do with this story! This short story pack is everything you need to give your students a thorough understanding of the story and then some! It's a great resource for: Sub PlansIndependent StudyDistance Lear
7th - 12th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Literature
Also included in: Middle School Short Story Bundle
Debate Rubric with BONUS Tags and Reflection
Do you have students who are itching to talk, argue, even pass judgement on their peers in class? Have them put those desires to good use with this Debate Rubric! This Rubric (or "Scorecard") puts all the responsibility entirely on the students. Included in this download: Debate Rubric/"Scorecard"Color Tags for Debate Teams: "Pro", "Con" and "Juror" Tags, "Moderator" tagsBlack & White Tags FREE Debate Reflection with space for Student Shout-out for students to recognize outstanding work d
6th - 12th
For All Subjects
Spooky Story Bundle--4 Classroom-friendly Horror Stories
If you teach the horror genre, or are looking to add a little fun to your classroom this Halloween, make your life easier with this Spooky Short Story Bundle. An entire month of teaching resources with:"The Tell-Tale Heart" by Edgar Alan Poe "The Lottery" by Shirley Jackson "The Veldt" by Ray Bradbury "The Monkey's Paw" by W.W. Jacobs Teaches:ConflictPlotThemeForeshadowingMood/ToneFigurative LanguageIronyStory Packs include:Plot diagramsShort Response QuestionsQuizzesTheme AnalysisPhilosophica
K - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories
One-pager Directions and Rubric--for Literature
Great AVID resource! One-pagers are a visual representation of what a student has learned. They're a fantastic resource for hands-on learners, and the best part...students enjoy them so much they hardly realize how much they're learning! Make grading One-pagers a breeze with this Rubric. Never tried One-pagers before? Directions on the top of the page are simple and clear for students and teachers alike! ;) Students can complete the one-pagers on the back of the rubric, you can print directio
4th - 12th
Close Reading, For All Subjects, Literature
Virtual & Classroom TED Talk Unit
Hold a Virtual TEDx Event! Looking for something engaging for your students as you wrap up the school year…online?? This bundle includes everything you need to hold a Virtual TEDx Event. Included in this bundle: Teacher Directions Fun online Scavenger Hunt to familiarize students with everything TED has to offer Guided Notes for “How to Give a Great TEDx Talk" Planning Graphic Organizer that clearly lays out a seamless TED Talk Proposal Graphic Organizer for students to submit for approv
6th - 12th
English Language Arts
Middle School Short Story Bundle
6-8 weeks of lessons with 6 fun and engaging stories for your Middle School students! 132 pages of resources! Teaches: ConflictCharacterizationPlotPoint of ViewThemeSimile & MetaphorImageryMoodSymbolismIrony Each story comes with a blank Plot diagram, Short Answer Reading Comprehension Questions, Vocabulary, Figurative Language worksheets, and Quiz. Also included are a number of extension activities, including: Point of View Journal pages Character Sketch Graphic Organizer One-pager (in
6th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories
One-pager Directions and Rubric--for Informational Texts
Great AVID resource! One-pagers are a visual representation of what a student has learned. They're a fantastic resource for hands-on learners, and the best part...students enjoy them so much they hardly realize how much they're learning! Make grading One-pagers a breeze with this Rubric. Never tried One-pagers before? Directions on the top of the page are simple and clear for students and teachers alike! ;) Students can complete the one-pagers on the back of the rubric, you can print dir
4th - 12th
Informational Text, Science, Social Studies
Figurative Language Poster Set -- Harry Potter
Okay, let's be honest...who doesn't love Harry Potter? This fun Figurative Language Poster Set features 10 common types of Figurative Language with examples from the entire Harry Potter series. Utilize something your students love to help them identify different types of Figurative Language, including: SimileMetaphorAllusionPersonificationOxymoron ...and more! These posters will help your students identify different types of figurative language in context with memorable and funny exa
5th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
Figurative Language BINGO and Quiz
Whatever happened to the kids going home exhausted at the end of the day, instead of the teachers? Put the "heavy lifting" on the kids with this fun and easy Figurative Language BINGO Review! Perfect for Middle & High School! Included in this download:6 different BINGO BoardsBINGO chips for my over-achieving teachers who want to cut them out (I use Smarties as chips, because then at least everyone gets to walk away with candy!)100 Figurative Language Examples for Review:PersonificationHyper
6th - 12th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Literature
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About the store
Experience
I’m a 13-year virtual and brick & mortar classroom veteran, specializing in Advanced and Gifted 6th–8th grade Language Arts. I’ve also taught 9th and 10th grade in an Alternative Placement High School, so I know what it takes to engage all learners. Managing multiple preps taught me how precious teachers’ planning time is—and that’s exactly what my resources are designed to save.
My resources focus on literature, writing, and curriculum enrichment, crafted to complement any district materials. I have spent years refining each resource so it’s ready to use, meaningful for students, and easy for teachers. If it can make your teaching day easier, it’s yours!
Teaching style
My teaching philosophy is simply: the students should be going home exhausted at the end of the day, not the teacher!
I believe in providing the tools, materials, and guidance that empower students to take charge of their own learning. When students engage in hands-on, critical thinking activities and explore ideas for themselves, they develop confidence, curiosity, and a love of learning that lasts well beyond the classroom.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I'm just your run-of-the-mill teacher who has a hard time saying "no" to:
~PLC Facilitator
~Team Lead
~School Leadership Team Member
~School Gifted Coordinator
~AVID Site Team Member
~NJHS Advisor
~Club Sponsor
*But isn't that all of us? ;)
My own education history
B.A. in English, Brigham Young University
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