The Willow Script
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CARTERSVILLE, Georgia, United States
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As a certified educator with over a decade of experience, I’ve had the privilege of teaching 6th, 7th, and 8th grade English Language Arts and ESOL. I also served as an Instructional Lead Teacher, supporting both ELA and Social Studies teams across grades 6–8. My passion for curriculum design, organization, and student engagement has shaped the way I create resources that are both practical and impactful.
In addition to my work in education, I owned and operated a wedding planning business for five years. This experience sharpened my eye for detail, creativity, and time management—all of which now influence the designs and templates I create.
Today, I combine my love for education and events by developing high-quality digital templates for both teachers and brides-to-be.
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Argumentative & Informative/Explanatory Essay Writing Brainstorm Chart Bundle
Make essay writing easier for your students with this Argumentative & Informative/Explanatory Essay Writing Brainstorm Chart Bundle!This resource is designed to help grades 6–12 organize their ideas, plan effectively, and write stronger essays. With both expository and argumentative versions included, you’ll have everything you need to support your writing instruction across multiple genres. ✨ What’s Included for BOTH Essay Types: ✅ Teacher versions (for modeling & guided practice) ✅ Student
6th - 12th
Grammar, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.6.1
, W.6.1a
, W.6.1b
+53
Edgar Allan Poe Halloween Mini Unit | Close Reading & Writing | Middle & High
Bring spooky excitement into your ELA classroom with this Edgar Allan Poe Halloween Mini-Unit! Designed for middle and high school students, this 1-week unit blends literary analysis with creative activities that capture the eerie spirit of Halloween. Students will practice close reading, explore Poe’s haunting word choice, create found poems, and design their own Gothic character galleries—all while engaging deeply with two of Poe’s most famous works, The Raven and The Tell-Tale Heart. What’
6th - 12th
Literature, Poetry, Writing
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RL.6.2
, RL.6.3
+47
Informative/Explanatory Essay Writing Brainstorm Chart Middle and High
Help your students organize their ideas and write stronger informative/explanatory essays with this easy-to-use Informative/Explanatory Essay Brainstorm Chart!This resource includes everything you need to support grades 6–12 in planning, drafting, and revising their writing. Perfect for whole-class instruction, small groups, or independent practice, it offers both teacher and student-friendly versions. ✨ What’s Included: ✅ Teacher version (for modeling & guided practice) ✅ Student example (to
6th - 12th
Informational Text, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.6.4
, W.6.5
, W.6.8
+11
Guided Reading Journal for Middle & High
Help your students get more from every book they read with this Printable Guided Reading Journal — a thoughtfully designed resource for tracking, reflecting, and setting goals throughout the year. Perfect for grades 6–12, homeschoolers, literature circles, or independent reading, this journal includes everything from simple book logs to deep, discussion-worthy prompts. It's ideal for supporting critical thinking, self-reflection, and meaningful literary engagement. ✅ What’s Included: Readi
6th - 12th
Literature, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RL.6.2
, RL.6.3
+48
Independent Reading Journal Literary Focus | Full Year Resource | Middle High
Independent Reading Journal | Monthly Prompts + Reading Log | Middle & High School ELA | PDF Print or Editable in Canva Looking for an easy-to-use, engaging way to hold your students accountable for independent reading all year long? This Independent Reading Journal includes monthly writing prompts, a reading log, and goal-setting pages—perfect for middle and high school ELA classrooms. Designed to address Common Core reading and writing standards, this resource helps students reflect on t
6th - 12th
Library Skills, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RL.6.2
, RL.6.3
+56
Back to School Newspaper Activity | Editable First Day of School Template
Summer Daily | Back to School Newspaper Activity (Editable + Rubric) Start the school year with a fun, creative, and meaningful writing activity! The Summer Daily is a back-to-school newspaper-style template where students reflect on their summer, share personal highlights, and set goals for the year—all in an engaging format that feels fresh and age-appropriate. This resource is perfect for the first day or week of school and works well in upper elementary, middle school, and high school. W
4th - 12th
Grammar, Other (ELA), Writing
CCSS
W.4.3
, W.5.3
, W.6.3
+5
Argumentative Essay Chart - Teacher Explanation
This chart shows you a step by step breakdown of each argumentative essay feature. It is a great way to teach students how to organize their ideas!
6th - 12th
English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays
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About the store
Experience
As a certified educator with over a decade of experience, I’ve had the privilege of teaching 6th, 7th, and 8th grade English Language Arts and ESOL. I also served as an Instructional Lead Teacher, supporting both ELA and Social Studies teams across grades 6–8. My passion for curriculum design, organization, and student engagement has shaped the way I create resources that are both practical and impactful.
In addition to my work in education, I owned and operated a wedding planning business for five years. This experience sharpened my eye for detail, creativity, and time management—all of which now influence the designs and templates I create.
Today, I combine my love for education and events by developing high-quality digital templates for both teachers and brides-to-be.
Teaching style
I believe that strong relationships are the foundation of meaningful learning. When students feel valued and connected, they’re more engaged and willing to take risks. My teaching style emphasizes consistency, structure, and clarity—beginning with modeling and followed by intentional opportunities for guided and independent practice. I also believe that organization plays a crucial role in both teaching and learning. When expectations, materials, and routines are clear, students can focus on growing and succeeding. Whether I’m in the classroom or designing resources, I strive to create tools that support these
Awards & shining teacher moments
Teacher of the Year 2014-2015
Instructional Lead Teacher 2018-2019
Team Leader 2013 - 2020
My own education history
Bachelor of Arts in English with Secondary Education Minor - Berry College (GA)
Masters in Secondary Education - Berry College (GA)
Specialist in Teacher Leadership - Valdosta State University (GA)
Additional biographical information
Hi, I'm Kate! I'm a former middle school ELA and ESOL teacher turned curriculum designer and creative entrepreneur. I’m also a mom to three wonderful (and energetic!) kids—twin boys who are 6 and a sweet 4-year-old daughter—and wife to my amazing, supportive husband. When I'm not creating educational or wedding templates, you'll find me hosting friends, working out, reading a good book, planning our next travel adventure… or even happily cleaning (yes, really!). I’m passionate about helping others stay organized and inspired, whether in the classroom or during life’s biggest milestones.
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