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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 Level 1 Close Reading Bundle

Video Game Histories Level 1 Close Reading Bundle

This Video Game Histories Bundle has everything you need for a complete Close Reading unit in your classroom. Students will love the passages about their favorite video games, especially reluctant readers that need that extra hook to get engaged. Differentiated Reading Passages are at the heart of this close reading resource! If you have never used Close Reading or even if you are already a pro, this 128-page packet truly is for you! It has everything you need for a complete, successful informat
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 - 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 - 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 Black Lives Series - Guion Bluford Close Reading Passage

Black Lives Series - Guion Bluford Close Reading Passage

This Guion Bluford 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 Black American will appeal to every student who wants to know more about our nation's history. 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. "The Life of Guion Bluford" reading comprehens
Preview of Tales from the Toy Box - Slime Differentiated Close Read

Tales from the Toy Box - Slime 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 Slime Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about a simple toy with high popularity. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for you! It has
Preview of The Cafeteria Chronicles - Chicken Nuggets

The Cafeteria Chronicles - Chicken Nuggets

Every day cafeterias across schools in America serve a variety of classic foods. These foods have been eaten by generations of families when they were students. But where did these foods come from? The Cafeteria Chronicles will tell the stories behind the food. This Chicken Nuggets Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage a food gobbled up by millions of people every day. If you have never used Cl
Preview of Platypuses - Project Based Learning Unit

Platypuses - Project Based Learning Unit

Project Based Learning Activity: Platypuses . This project integrates elements of research, animals, science, design, and planning as students learn about all about platypuses. At the end of this PBL students will design create a zoo exhibit on platypuses, applying information they learned about. There are 21 activities (most are 1 page each) for students to complete. Each page involves an issue or topic they must solve, design, create, or research. As students work through each page, they choo
Preview of Women's History Series - Ada Lovelace

Women's History Series - Ada Lovelace

This Ada Lovelace Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about the the woman who developed the first computer programming language will appeal to those students who are interested in STEM. 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. "Ada Lovelace" reading comprehension passage
Preview of Monster Histories - Frankenstein Differentiated Close Read

Monster Histories - Frankenstein Differentiated Close Read

Kids love monsters. Sometimes they like to get a little scared but often they see monsters as an extension of themselves. Monsters are an expression of emotions they often feel and don't understand. Kids are curious to learn more about these folkloric creatures and with Monster Histories they can. This Frankenstein Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about an infamous creature of t
Preview of Monster Histories - Dracula Differentiated Close Read

Monster Histories - Dracula Differentiated Close Read

Kids love monsters. Sometimes they like to get a little scared but often they see monsters as an extension of themselves. Monsters are an expression of emotions they often feel and don't understand. Kids are curious to learn more about these folkloric creatures and with Monster Histories they can. This Dracula Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about an infamous creature of the night. I
Preview of Tales from the Toy Box - Nerf Differentiated Close Read

Tales from the Toy Box - Nerf 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 Nerf Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about a extremely popular sports toy. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet i
Preview of Spring Equinox Differentiated Informational Close Reading Packet

Spring Equinox Differentiated Informational Close Reading Packet

This Spring Equinox Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about a very important change in seasons will appeal to all students. Students will learn about what happens on during the spring equinox and how different cultures around the world celebrate this event. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go packet is for
Preview of Back to School Histories - Calculators Differentiated Close Read

Back to School Histories - Calculators Differentiated Close Read

Every day at school we are surrounded by objects invented by someone to make our lives easier. Back to School Histories is all about spotlighting these learning tools and where they came from. This Calculators Informational Close Reading Packet has everything you would want for a Close Reading unit in your classroom. A high-interest Reading passage about something your students will have in front of them all the time. If you have never used Close Reading before, this print and go pack
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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