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I am a Nationally Board Certified Mid-Level Generalist and have been a teacher for 20+ years. I have always taught the sixth grade and just LOVE them! Prior to teaching I worked in the health insurance industry as a Marketing Representative. I love integrating technology into the curriculum as much as possible. My blog: yoursmarticles.com focuses on strategies for technology integration. Through conferences, seminars and training sessions I share my experience with other teachers as much as possible!
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Etymology (Word Origin) Lesson
This is an instructional tool to introduce students to the concept of etymology (word origin). Students will learn that 60% of the words in the English Language come from Greek/Latin roots and that there are powerful decoding skills that come from knowledge of these roots and word derivation. Students will practice using a resource to explore word derivation (origins). How base words, prefixes, suffixes and root words enter into the picture and contribute to word meanings is also provided. S
5th - 9th
English Language Arts, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.5.4b
, L.5.4c
, L.6.4b
+5
Modeling Practice with Dice (Polar Bear)
This NEW NGSS resource is just what you need to help students learn the process of developing scientific models. Designed to support ANY standard that has the Science and Engineering practice of developing and using a model, this lesson will show students (and you) precisely what is expected when they develop and use a model to explain phenomenon. Based on the Polar Bear dice game, this 24 page powerpoint will guide students through the process of modeling a phenomenon. Students are shown a
6th - 10th
General Science, Science
Digital and Printable Paper Template Postcard EDITABLE
The 3-2-1 Postcard is a great reflective/summative piece for students after learning new concepts. Students create a postcard with 3 facts, 2 questions and 1 opinion about their experience and include an image suitable to their topic. Although the example here is specific to Ancient Egypt, the document is editable and can be changed to reflect ANY topic. Included in this product is a printable paper template with editable directions as well as a DIGITAL postcard template with an example and
3rd - 10th
Ancient History, Social Studies
Collage Project Using Thinglink
Great for any content area, this step by step project description allows students to create a collage using Thinglink. Thinglink is an in-image interaction tool that allows the user to make images come alive with music, video, text, images and more! When a thinglink is created, it sets 'tags' upon the images which can contain text, additional images or links to additional information. Thinglink is the ultimate in digital project based learning for students.
There are two styles of instruction
4th - 10th
For All Subjects
iPad Apps for Literature Circles
This differentiated menu is to be utilized with literature circle work. On it are 24 choices of responses that students can select for their literature response. 15 choices include FREE iPad apps that students can use to create original work as their literature response. Packet also includes a rubric, teacher notes and a 'turn it in' assignment sheet if needed.
5th - 10th
English Language Arts, Literature
I Have/Who Has - Loop Game: Latitude and Longitude
This great Latitude and Longitude Lesson Plan has students practicing their latitude/longitude skills. Included is access to a digital map with gridlines, matching latitude/longitude coordinates and locations on 25 I Have Who Has Cards ( The Loop Game ) and suggestions for game play! The lesson suits a 35 - 40 minute class period PERFECTLY and will comprehensively cover the topic.
Don't miss these FANTASTIC World History resources!
Ancient Man Newsletter
Ancient Greece Olympic Games
An
5th - 10th
Geography
Plicker Keeper Bulletin Board Set
This bulletin board is a print-and-go display for your Plickers. Simply print out the powerpoint file and assemble your board.
Mount each Plicker (link to codes from Plicker.com is provided) on a cardboard backdrop that makes the Plickers more durable AND easier to use. Each Plicker letter corresponds with a LARGER letter that is easier for students to grasp and see.
Plickers can be mounted on this board numerically for ease of use and out of the way storage. Encourage students to "Pluck T
1st - 12th
For All Subjects
Back to School - QR Code Hunt (EDITABLE)
Back to School? Are your students entering a new school?
This product is a template for you to follow to create your own 'Exploring Your School' Scavenger Hunt for Back to School or for students entering a new school. When you download this Word File, you will be able to edit it to customize it to your school. In this 'hunt' students are guided from one QR code to the next. Each code is placed next to an important feature of the school. The hunt serves to familiarize students with a new
3rd - 9th
Pinwheel Vocabulary Puzzle...Life Sized
Looking for the ultimate in cooperative learning? Try this pinwheel puzzle!! This customizable Powerpoint Template will allow you to insert 13 of your own vocabulary words/definitions to create a life sized puzzle for your students to solve! The puzzle is made up of 10 pieces that match up via the words/definition. The final shape of the puzzle is 2 x 5 with a border that is a single word that ties together all of the words/definitions with a common theme....but don't tell that to the studen
2nd - 12th
For All Subjects
Create a Map - A Google Slide Project
This project is PERFECT for classrooms with 1-1 computing that need a digital mapping project! Using this website: https://www.redblobgames.com/maps/mapgen4/. . Students can 'terraform' their own country!!! This is a GREAT way to engage distance learners and support critical mapping skills. Students then insert the image of the country into a Google Slide with STEP BY STEP student instructions that allow them to customize their imaginary country. Student use their geography skills to cr
5th - 10th
Geography
Review Tool - Bucky Ball (Foldable Dodecahedron)
This "Bucky Ball" is a great way to help students review for ANY content area. Simply have the students review questions on the Pentagon sections and write answers in the corresponding answer sections. Then, students cut, fold and glue or tape together the sections to form their Dodecahedron review ball.
To use, students roll the ball, read the question on the top and flip the ball over to check their answers. Exchange with others for even more of a challenge!
5th - 12th
For All Subjects
Egypt (Ancient) - Create an Egyptian "me"
This project file provides a template, directions and resource links for students to create an Egyptian "Me". Students will learn about the clothing, materials, styles, gods and goddesses by researching to prepare this cute project.
For ideas, projects and technology integration strategies, visit my blog at: http://www.yoursmarticles.blogspot.com
4th - 10th
Ancient History, World History
Behavior Management Strategy
This FULL YEAR of editable assessment sheets allow you to assess and monitor student behavior as you head back to school this year!!! Coupled with a behavior management plan (See https://yoursmarticles.blogspot.com/p/behavior-management.html for some GREAT tips!) these sheets will become a valuable classroom management tool. There is one sheet per month. They come as a PowerPoint file and can be edited as needed. Each sheet includes month title, dates for 2019-2020 school year and boxes to m
4th - 11th
Blogging Tipsheet
Planning on blogging with your students? This tipsheet might be helpful! Too often, students are let loose to simply 'blog' without any writing mechanics guidance or structure. This tipsheet guides students through blogging expectations, provides tips on how to 'comment' on fellow student's blogs and also gives a rubric of expectations for blog entries.
6th - 9th
Creative Writing, English Language Arts
America's Funnest Vocabulary
This worksheet provides guidelines for a fun, interactive, technology driven project whereby students create videos describing vocabulary words. Videos feature assigned vocabulary words and are to be shared with the class. The videos must have context clues to the word and finally include a definition.
4th - 9th
English Language Arts, Vocabulary
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Experience
I am a Nationally Board Certified Mid-Level Generalist and have been a teacher for 20+ years. I have always taught the sixth grade and just LOVE them! Prior to teaching I worked in the health insurance industry as a Marketing Representative. I love integrating technology into the curriculum as much as possible. My blog: yoursmarticles.com focuses on strategies for technology integration. Through conferences, seminars and training sessions I share my experience with other teachers as much as possible!
Teaching style
Unquestionably my teaching style is student-centered. Student inquiry and project based activities are my strengths coupled with technology integration.
Awards & shining teacher moments
FInd me on TikTok!! @MaryHoward118
Author: Artificial Intelligence to Streamline Your Teacher Life
National Board Certified Teacher
2018 and 2020 NYS Teacher of the Year Finalist
Certified BrainPop Educator
Apple Teacher
Google Certified Teacher Level 2
Lee Bryant Outstanding Technology
Teacher of the year 2014-2015
Published in 2013 NYSMSA'S In Transitions journal
Published in AMLE Magazine
Published iBook on Student ENgagement
Presenter at ISTE, NYSMA, NYSCATE and many other conferences on technology integration
Author of Yoursmarticles.blogspot.com and yoursmarticles.com
My own education history
1991 Graduated from Michigan State University
2001 Obtained Masters Degree
and teaching certificate PRE-K through 6
60+ hours above masters credit
Additional biographical information
Mother of 3 sons (and a charming cavalier spaniel), runner and ice hockey player. I love my job and put all of my energy into doing what's best for students.
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