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I have been a classroom teacher for a decade and believe that students need quality, engaging passages when it comes to Reading. Instead of handing them whatever you have access to, I want to provide passages on topics that students want to read about. Hopefully, this will spark their desire to keep reading and build their knowledge while having fun.
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Preview of Video Game Histories - Super Mario Close Reading Packet

Video Game Histories - Super Mario Close Reading Packet

This Super Mario Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video game characters will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will get to learn about Mario's creator, Shigeru Miyamoto, the ways Mario has changed since he was created in 1981, and what Mr. Miyamoto thinks makes a for a good game. Please see the PREVIEW above!If you have never
Preview of Video Game Histories - Roblox

Video Game Histories - Roblox

This Roblox Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn who created Roblox, the ways players use the platform, and engage with some rigorous explanatory and opinion writing activities. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for yo
Preview of Video Game Histories - Five Nights at Freddy's

Video Game Histories - Five Nights at Freddy's

This Five Nights at Freddy's Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn about how designer Scott Cawthon hit game came from players finding a kid friendly game he made creepy and how he was inspired by a restaurant of his youth. If you have never used Close Readi
Preview of Video Game Histories - Sonic the Hedgehog

Video Game Histories - Sonic the Hedgehog

This Sonic the Hedgehog Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn about how Sega wanted to compete with Nintendo and how Sonic was developed as a character. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for you! It has everything you c
Preview of Video Game Histories - The Legend of Zelda Close Reading Packet

Video Game Histories - The Legend of Zelda Close Reading Packet

This Legend of Zelda Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn about what inspired this game of exploration and adventure. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for you! It has everything you could need for a successful informa
Preview of Video Game Histories - Minecraft Close Reading Packet

Video Game Histories - Minecraft Close Reading Packet

This Minecraft Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will get to learn about how Minecraft was created & a basic overview of the element of the game. There are also *three* writing/arts activities included that let students engaging in some fun imaginative play. If y
Preview of Video Game Histories - Among Us Close Reading Packet

Video Game Histories - Among Us Close Reading Packet

This Among Us Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will get to learn about the history of social deduction games, and how psychologists have used them to study the way people judge and evaluate truth & lies. Students even get the opportunity to record notes during a
Preview of Video Game Histories - Pokemon Close Reading Packet

Video Game Histories - Pokemon Close Reading Packet

This Pokémon Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will get to learn what inspired Japanese creator Satoshi Tajiri to come up with Pokémon, his background as a child, and how that helped him become a video game designer. If you have never used Close Reading before, thi
Preview of Video Game Histories - Kirby

Video Game Histories - Kirby

This Kirby Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn how a simple placeholder became a beloved video game character. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for you! It has everything you could need for a
Preview of Video Game Histories - Fortnite

Video Game Histories - Fortnite

This Fortnite Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn how the developers at Epic Games adapted and changed their plans to make something different and it became a hit. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for you! It has eve
Preview of Video Game Histories - Donkey Kong

Video Game Histories - Donkey Kong

This Donkey Kong Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn how this gorilla went from a bad guy to a beloved hero. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for you! It has everything you could need for a successful inf
Preview of Video Game Histories - Angry Birds

Video Game Histories - Angry Birds

This Angry Birds Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn how a team of Finnish game designers worked together to make a hit game. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for you! It has everyth
Preview of Video Game Histories - Animal Crossing Close Reading Packet

Video Game Histories - Animal Crossing Close Reading Packet

This Animal Crossing Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn about how designer Katsuya Eguchi was inspired to make Animal Crossing and what sets the game apart from other titles. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for you
Preview of Tales from the Toy Box - Beyblade Differentiated Close Read

Tales from the Toy Box - Beyblade Differentiated Close Read

Even in an age of glowing screens & digital entertainment, children still love to get their hands on toys. Tales from the Toy Box will tell the stories behind some of the most popular toys out there today. This Beyblade Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about this reinvention of the top. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is fo
Preview of History of Play - Chalk Differentiated Close Read Packet

History of Play - Chalk Differentiated Close Read Packet

This Chalk Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about a one of the most popular artistic toys ever discovered. Students will learn about the history of chalk from their origins in the ancient world to the many games children have invented with such a simple drawing tool. If you have never used Close Reading before, thi
Preview of Understanding Evolution - From Dinosaur to Bird Differentiated Close Read

Understanding Evolution - From Dinosaur to Bird Differentiated Close Read

The ongoing transformation on Earth that has produced so many amazing variations of animal life is something crucial to introduce our young learners to. This First Life on Earth Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about the links between some dinosaurs and modern birds. Students will learn there was an entire group of feathered d
Preview of Tales from the Toy Box - Transformers Differentiated Close Read

Tales from the Toy Box - Transformers Differentiated Close Read

Even in an age of glowing screens & digital entertainment, children still love to get their hands on toys. Tales from the Toy Box will tell the stories behind some of the most popular toys out there today. This Transformers Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about a toy that combines robots and vehicles. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is
Preview of Video Game Histories - Knuckles Close Reading Differentiated Packet

Video Game Histories - Knuckles Close Reading Differentiated Packet

This Knuckles Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video game characters in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn how Knuckles began as an enemy of Sonic's and has become one of his greatest allies. If you have never used Close Reading before, this p
Preview of Women's History Series - Jane Goodall

Women's History Series - Jane Goodall

This Jane Goodall Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about the history of an important woman from history will appeal to every student who enjoys social studies and science. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for you! It has everything you could need for a successful informational text reading unit. "Jane Goodall" reading comprehension passage is provide
Preview of Video Game Histories - Hello Neighbor

Video Game Histories - Hello Neighbor

This Hello Neighbor Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about one of the most popular video games in the world will appeal to all students, especially more reluctant readers. Students will learn about the history of stealth video games and the way designers have used being sneaky in gameplay. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for you! It has everything
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About the store

Experience

I have been a classroom teacher for a decade and believe that students need quality, engaging passages when it comes to Reading. Instead of handing them whatever you have access to, I want to provide passages on topics that students want to read about. Hopefully, this will spark their desire to keep reading and build their knowledge while having fun.

Teaching style

I believe questioning is the root of great learning. Asking the right question that challenge students without frustrating them will create a spark that cause them to want to seek out answers.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Voted Distinguished Educator by peers: 2018-2019 2019-2020

My own education history

Bachelors of Arts in English (Lipscomb University) Masters of Arts in Learning & Teaching (Lipscomb University)

Additional biographical information

Check out my book reviews and recommendations at www.thereadingcircle.blog