Write with a Point
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A ceaseless creative, I've been making educational materials for the past six years. Whenever I create a new resource, I do so with Dieter Rams’ adage in mind, “Less, but better.” To me, simplicity is clarity, ease is effectiveness, and engagement is power. They're all things I care about deeply, and, with over 375 positive reviews, it seems other teachers care about them, too.
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Distance Learning Video Note Taking Guide / TED Talk Worksheets for Any Subject
Free during the Coronavirus outbreak (COVID-19), this distance learning video note taking guide and TED talk worksheet is great for any online videos that are assigned to students. (It's great in class, too!) These two CCSS aligned worksheets help students engage with a video or TED talk by actively listening. They are also designed to help students reflect on the content and make meaningful connections with the rest of their curriculum as well as their own lives. With two versions--a printable
7th - 10th
For All Subjects, Other (ELA), Speaking & Listening
CCSS
SL.9-10.2
, SL.9-10.3
, SL.11-12.2
+3
Compare and Contrast Two Texts, Films, and Mediums Worksheets, Distance Learning
Support your students during the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic with these digital compare and contrast graphic organizers that are great for distance learning! Teaching students to compare and contrast two texts can be challenging, but these worksheets and graphic organizers can help students learn how to critically analyze two texts / films / stories, a book and a movie, or a single subject presented in two different mediums. Four Common Core aligned graphic organizers provide guided instruct
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.9-10.7
, RL.11-12.7
"The Monkey's Paw" Printable Short Story and Context Clue Activity, W. W. Jacobs
W. W. Jacobs' classic short story, "The Monkey's Paw," is beloved by teachers and students alike. A fantastic, chilling tale in its own right, it's also a great text for practicing context clues. This lesson provides an engaging context clue activity / worksheet that helps students define words using context clues and identify what types of clues they are using. This product works great for teaching vocabulary, practicing context clues, and understanding "The Monkey's Paw" even better. (It's a g
8th - 12th
Short Stories, Spelling, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.8.4a
, L.8.4d
, L.9-10.4a
+3
Female Poets of American Literature: Poetry Analysis Worksheets and Author Bios
This bundle is designed to help you teach your students about famous female authors of American Literature like Phillis Wheatley, Emily Dickinson, and Anne Bradstreet. With poetry spanning from the colonial period, the revolutionary era, and the Romantic period, these poetry analysis worksheets and author biographies are great for any poetry unit or American literature unit. Three worksheets provide provide higher-level poetry analysis questions and an optional extension activity for Wheatley's
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Poetry
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.4
, RL.9-10.5
+10
Poetry Analysis: Anne Bradstreet, Upon the Burning of Our House Worksheet, CCSS
Anne Bradstreet is an important figure in early American literature, and her poem "Some Verses Upon the Burning of Our House" is a classic representation of her writing. This poetry analysis worksheet is designed to help you introduce your students to this famous Puritan author through a brief biography, higher-level poetry analysis questions, and an optional extension activity. It makes a great lesson on its own and can even work as a sub-plan! The digital PDF copy can be uploaded to support d
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Poetry
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.4
, RL.9-10.10
+9
Edgar Allan Poe, "The Fall of the House of Usher" Worksheet and Printable Text
Edgar Allan Poe was the master of the gothic horror, and his stories and poems are beloved by students and teachers alike. (They're great stories for Halloween, too!) His famous short story, "The Fall of the House of Usher," is an excellent example of his mastery of the craft. In this complex tale, Poe tells an enticing story with shocking twist. Poe's stories are equally engaging to read and study. This worksheet set has eight questions that help students dig into the literary tools Poe uses th
7th - 12th
Close Reading, Literature, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
, RL.9-10.4
+9
Poetry Analysis: Phillis Wheatley, On Being Brought from Africa to America, CCSS
Phillis Wheatley is an important figure in revolutionary era American literature, and her poem "On Being Brought from Africa to America" is one of her best known pieces (as well as classic). This poetry analysis worksheet is designed to help you introduce your students to this famous female author through a brief biography, higher-level poetry analysis questions, and an optional extension activity. It makes a great lesson on its own and can even work as a sub-plan! The digital PDF copy can be up
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Poetry
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.4
, RL.9-10.10
+9
Distance Learning Packet: Middle School Reading Graphic Organizers & Worksheets
Keeping middle schoolers engaged with a novel study--or any reading assignment--can be a challenging task, but these CCSS aligned reading graphic organizers, reading worksheets, and reading templates ares designed to engage students and teach them the critical thinking and analysis skills they need. Specifically, the graphic organizers and worksheets are great for teaching students skills like making inferences, finding the main idea, summarizing a text, understanding figurative language, and mo
6th - 8th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RL.6.2
, RL.6.3
+25
One-Pager Freebie: One Rubric for Any One-Pager, Any Text, and Any Subject, CCSS
One-pagers are a creative, one-page document that assess students' understanding of a topic, book, lesson, and more, and this one-pager rubric is designed to provide the rigor and structure that students need when completing a one-pager assignment. By combining the processing power of the written word with the sticking power of images, these creative and engaging assessments help cement the day’s learning in students’ minds. Plus, these one-pager prompts and rubrics work great for both digital o
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Graphic Arts
CCSS
W.7.2d
, W.7.3d
, W.7.4
+16
Edgar Allan Poe's Short Story, "The Fall of the House of Usher" (Printable)
Edgar Allan Poe was the master of the gothic horror, and his stories and poems are beloved by students and teachers alike. (They're great stories for Halloween, too!) His famous short story, "The Fall of the House of Usher," is an excellent example of his mastery of the craft. In this complex tale, Poe tells an enticing story with shocking twist. This product includes: 1) A printable, full text copy of Poe's short story, "The Fall of the House of Usher" More Poe Resources:- Edgar Allan Poe Bund
7th - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories
Distance Learning Packet: High School Reading Graphic Organizers and Worksheets
Keeping high schoolers active and interested in a novel study--or any reading assignment--can be a challenging task, but these CCSS aligned reading graphic organizers, reading worksheets, and reading templates ares designed to engage students and teach them the critical thinking and analysis skills they need. Specifically, the graphic organizers and worksheets are great for teaching students skills like determining theme, analyzing figurative language and allusions, making inferences, summarizin
9th - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.3
+11
Patrick Henry's "Speech to the Virginia Convention" Worksheet and Text
In one of the most famous speeches of the Revolutionary era, Patrick Henry helped spur the Virginia House of Burgesses to war with Britain. The speech, alternatively known by this title, ends with the famous line, "Give me liberty, or give me death!" One of the nation's founding fathers, Patrick Henry is a great person to study when discussing this time period. By doing a close reading of his speech and analyzing his rhetoric and message, students can engage with this pivotal moment in America's
9th - 12th
English Language Arts, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.9-10.1
, RI.9-10.4
, RI.9-10.5
+5
Storyboard Templates: Film Analysis, Creative Writing, Poetry Diagrams, and More
Storyboards are a great way to help students understand or design a plot. They are a versatile teaching tool and can be used for film analysis, creative writing classes, analyzing and diagraming poetry, creating book trailers, and more. This Product Includes:- One general storyboard template for any class or project - One specific storyboard template that is great for a film analysis class - Student samples / examples to help your students visualize the assignment Similar Resources You Might Enj
Not Specific
Creative Writing, Poetry
Making Connections Graphic Organizer and Making Connections Worksheets, CCSS
Making connections to a text is a valuable skill for students to have, and these graphic organizers and worksheets are designed to help students learn how to make those important connections between texts, their life, and the world. Three different worksheets provide lots of different ways for students to practice making connections: text to text, text to self, text to world, within the genre, and within the class. Plus there's a worksheet that guides students through other key skills--things li
6th - 9th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RL.6.2
, RL.6.9
+22
Poetry Analysis: Emily Dickinson, "Because I Could Not Stop for Death" Worksheet
Emily Dickinson is one of the most well known poets in American history, and her poem "Because I Could Not Stop for Death" is one of her most famous works. This poetry analysis worksheet is designed to help you introduce your students to this famous female author through a brief biography, higher-level analysis questions, and an optional extension activity. It makes a great lesson on its own and can even work as a sub-plan! The digital PDF copy can be uploaded to support distance learning or can
9th - 10th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Poetry
CCSS
RL.9-10.1
, RL.9-10.2
, RL.9-10.5
+3
All About Me, First Day One-Pager (with templates, slides, and more)
One-pagers are a creative, one-page document that assess a student’s understanding of a topic, book, lesson, and more. By combining the processing power of the written word with the sticking power of images, these easy and engaging assessments help cement the day’s learning in students’ minds. Introducing your students to one-pagers through a get to know you styled activity is a great way to help familiarize them with this type of assessment while also helping you learn more about them—and how t
6th - 12th
Creative Writing, For All Subjects
Editable Peer Review Checklist for Any Paper
Peer editing can be a valuable learning tool when used effectively, and they are a great way to incorporate cooperative learning into the classroom. However, many students struggle to understand what exactly they should be looking for when reviewing someone's paper. That's why providing them with clear instructions and easily recognizable details is a key component of any successful peer review. This peer review checklist is meant to do just that. Included on this sheet are 25 different question
6th - 12th
Writing, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
Distance Learning Lesson: The Open Boat Literary Analysis Worksheet CCSS, Crane
Stephen Crane's famous short story, "The Open Boat" is an excellent text for literary analysis, and this literary analysis worksheet is a great way to help students practice key analysis skills like using evidence, determining theme, and summarizing. The included PDF copy of "The Open Boat" has modern design elements that makes the short story feel more relevant and engaging. It can also be printed or posted to support distance learners. The worksheet includes two separate activities--one that h
7th - 10th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.7.1
, RL.7.2
, RL.7.6
+12
Distance Learning Lesson: A Pair of Silk Stockings Literary Analysis Worksheet
Kate Chopin's famous short story, "A Pair of Silk Stockings," is an excellent text for literary analysis, and this literary analysis worksheet is a great way to help students practice key analysis skills like using evidence, making inferences, and summarizing a text. The included PDF copy of "A Pair of Silk Stockings" has modern design elements that makes the short story feel more relevant and engaging. It can also be printed or posted to support distance learners. The worksheet includes two sep
8th - 11th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.8.1
, RL.8.2
, RL.8.3
+12
Distance Learning Story Analysis Worksheets / Story Analysis Graphic Organizers
Analyzing a story and various story elements is an essential skill for students to master. These story analysis worksheets and story analysis graphic organizers are designed to help students analyze any story by writing summaries, determining themes and main ideas, analyzing how key events shape a character or plot, and more. With clear instructions, Common Core aligned guiding questions, and an engaging design, these worksheets are a great way to teach students how to analyze a story. Plus, wit
7th - 10th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.7.1
, RL.7.2
, RL.7.3
+12
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About the store
Experience
A ceaseless creative, I've been making educational materials for the past six years. Whenever I create a new resource, I do so with Dieter Rams’ adage in mind, “Less, but better.” To me, simplicity is clarity, ease is effectiveness, and engagement is power. They're all things I care about deeply, and, with over 375 positive reviews, it seems other teachers care about them, too.
Teaching style
As an educator, I believe it is my role to not only impart a strong content knowledge, but also strong habits, skills, and qualities my students can take with them to every area of their life.
In broad terms, these qualities include empathy, thoughtfulness, clear communication, and a commitment to personal values. Specifically, it looks like critical thinking, quality research, honest writing, and an ability to consider a text (whether literary or nonfiction) from multiple angles. Some of my favorite ways to teach these skills are image analyses, one-pagers, and longer writing projects. I also like student created storyboards, timelines, and anything else that gets students engaged in the work.
On a final note, I'm always willing to try new things, and some of my lesson plans and activities reflect that. I also think teaching digital citizenship is crucial, and I love to incorporate positive technology skills whenever possible.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Ethel M. Collins Children’s Education Scholarship recipient; Dr. Raymond Bartholomew Scholarship for Professional Writing recipient; graduated Summa Cum Laude from Cornerstone University.
My own education history
I'm certified to teach ELA and Social Studies/History to students in grades 6 through 12. I received my B.A. in secondary education with an emphasis in English and a history minor from Cornerstone University (GPA: 3.98). I also received a B.S. in Biblical Studies from Kuyper College (GPA: 3.98).
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