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PROMISES TO KEEP: JACKIE ROBINSON COMPREHENSION PACKET: ENGAGE NY MODULE 3:

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

Here is a 13-page packet of questions WITH ANSWERS INCLUDED to accompany students' reading of Promises to Keep by Sharon Robinson. Perfect for New York State ELA module on athletes. Most "chunks" feature 8 multiple-choice comprehension questions

Subjects:

Reading, ELA Test Prep, Black History Month

Grades:

5^th, 6^th

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DARK WATER RISING: COMPREHENSION PACKET: ENGAGE NY ELA MODULE 4

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Here is a 17-page packet of questions WITH ANSWERS INCLUDED to accompany students' reading of Dark Water Rising by Marian Hale. Perfect for New York State ELA module on natural disasters. All 8 "chunks" feature 10 multiple-choice comprehension

Subjects:

Reading, Environment, Close Reading

Grades:

5^th, 6^th

Types:

Assessment, Printables

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MAKING INFERENCES USING CLOSE READING NON-FICTION 4TH-6TH GRADES

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

Here is a 3-paragraph article on beavers and 10 accompanying multiple-choice questions that require students to use inferencing skills for higher-level comprehension. Perfect for whole-class or small-group instruction or assessment. ANSWER KEY

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies, Informational Text

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

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Handouts, Assessment, Printables

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ESPERANZA RISING MEXICAN REVOLUTION POWERPOINT: ENGAGE NY MODULE 1 COMMON CORE

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This is a 21-slide powerpoint presentation that provides captioned photographs relating to key figures and ideas of the Mexican Revolution. This provides students with the necessary background of life in Mexico at the time of Esperanza.

Subjects:

Reading, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

5^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Interactive Whiteboard, Cultural Activities

$3.50

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ESPERANZA RISING PRE-READ VISUALS POWERPOINT: ENGAGE NY MODULE 1 COMMON CORE

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This is a compilation of 18 slides featuring captioned photographs of migrant farm workers during the time of Esperanza. This Powerpoint provides critical images for students prior to (during if you prefer) reading Esperanza Rising.

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Reading, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

5^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations

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ESPERANZA RISING VOCABULARY CONTEXT CLUE PACK: ENGAGE NY COMMON CORE MODULE 1

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This is a chapter-by-chapter compilation of essential and/or challenging vocabulary words. Each chapter features 15-20 words on average. Each word is placed in a contextual sentence that guides students in determining meaning. Beneath all the

Subjects:

Vocabulary, ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies

Grades:

5^th

Types:

Worksheets, Handouts, Homework

$5.00

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STEALING FREEDOM HISTORICAL FICTION/UNDERGROUND RAILROAD CHAPTER QUESTION PACKET

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

This is a 12-page chapter-by-chapter packet of comprehension questions to promote close reading of Stealing Freedom, a wonderfully written historical novel based on the true story of a runaway slave. The majority of the questions go beyond a literal

Subjects:

U.S. History, ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

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Handouts, Homework, Guided Reading Books

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FREEDOM CROSSING HISTORICAL FICTION/UNDERGROUND RAILROAD CHAPTER QUESTION PACKET

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This is a 10-page chapter-by-chapter packet of comprehension questions to promote close reading of Freedom Crossing, a wonderfully written historical fiction novel that focuses on the Underground Railroad. The majority of the questions go beyond a

Subjects:

U.S. History, ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Handouts, Printables

$5.00

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ESPERANZA RISING FINAL PROJECTS COLLECTION

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

Here are 5 wonderful, student-friendly final projects to use in conjunction with Esperanza Rising. Included are: A DOZEN ROSES FOR ESPERANZA-Students must identify 12 examples of story evidence, including actions and/or dialogue, where Esperanza

Subjects:

Reading, Literature

Grades:

5^th

Types:

Projects

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UNDERGROUND RAILROAD PHOTOS AND DOCUMENTS POWERPOINT

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

Here is a 20-slide presentation featuring images of the Underground Railroad. This is a terrific discussion starter when studying the lives of runaway slaves and the impact of the Fugitive Slave Law of 1850. Images: MAJOR ROUTE OF THE

Subjects:

U.S. History, Informational Text

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

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PowerPoint Presentations

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MAKING INFERENCES USING CLOSE READING NON-FICTION 4TH-6TH GRADES

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

Here is an 8-paragraph article on the 7 Ancient Wonders of the World and 10 accompanying multiple-choice questions that require students to use inferencing skills for higher-level comprehension. Perfect for whole-class or small-group instruction or

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies, Informational Text

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

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CASEY AT THE BAT POETRY COMPREHENSION ANALYSIS: ENGAGE NEW YORK MODULE 3A ELA

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

Here is Thayer's "Casey at the Bat" poem with questions for each stanza. Perfect to use in New York State in conjunction with ELA module study of sports figures and Jackie Robinson.

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies, Poetry

Grades:

5^th

Types:

Handouts, Printables

$2.00

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MICROWORLD GUESS THE MICROSCOPIC IMAGE POWERPOINT

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

Here is a fun and interactive 15-slide presentation featuring 7 separate microscopic images with matching answers-a great way to introduce the microworld to your students. IMAGES: TOILET PAPER VELCRO SALT AND PEPPER STAPLE IN

Subjects:

Biology, Environment

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Games

$2.00

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FIFTH GRADE COMMON CORE TEST PREP WORD PROBLEMS: ENGAGE NEW YORK

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

A MUST HAVE review packet wonderfully aligned with Common Core! Here are 36 pages of 5th Grade New York State Common Core word problems with a 2-page answer key. The vast majority of the 125+ word problems are multiple choice and make excellent "DO

Subjects:

Word Problems

Grades:

5^th

Types:

Worksheets, Centers

$10.00

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BLACK HISTORY MONTH MAKING INFERENCES USING CLOSE READING ROSA PARKS WOMEN'S BIO

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Here is a 4-paragraph biographical article on Rosa Parks and 10 accompanying multiple-choice questions that require students to use inferencing skills for higher-level comprehension. Perfect for whole-class or small-group instruction or assessment.

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies, Informational Text

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

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Handouts, Assessment, Printables

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ESPERANZA RISING TRIAD TALK PACKET: ENGAGE NY MODULE 1 COMMON CORE

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

In conjunction with New York State ELA Module 1, this packet of student-centered worksheets supports the "triad discussions" that are the foundation of the analysis and discussion of Esperanza Rising. All the chapters have a "chapter focus" that

Subjects:

Reading, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Handouts, Graphic Organizers

$3.50

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WONDER-AN ANALYSIS OF LYRICS BY NATALIE MERCHANT

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

To accompany, or introduce, the book Wonder, here are the lyrics with accompanying questions of the song Wonder by Natalie Merchant. Six questions provide students with the opportunity to take a closer look at the important words which helped to

Subjects:

Reading, Poetry, Close Reading

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Handouts, Printables

$2.00

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MAKING INFERENCES USING CLOSE READING NARRATIVE FICTION 4TH-6TH GRADES

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Here is a 4-paragraph article on the horses of Chincoteague Island and 10 accompanying multiple-choice questions that require students to use inferencing skills for higher-level comprehension. Perfect for whole-class or small-group instruction or

Subjects:

ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies, Informational Text

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Handouts, Assessment, Printables

$3.00

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CELEBRATE NATIONAL POETRY MONTH: FREE VERSE POETRY WRITING AND ANALYSIS

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

Here is a 6-page free-verse writing packet. Five different free-verse themes are presented, each with an example poem and guide to writing each themed poem. Themes include: I REMEMBER THINKING OF YOU A CONSUMING FOCUS SPORTS/ATHLETICS SOMEWHERE

Subjects:

Poetry

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Handouts, Printables

$2.00

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NAT GEO SCIENCE NON-FICTION CLOSE READ INFERENCING FOR 5TH, 6TH, AND 7TH GRADES

By FIFTH GRADE FANATIC

Here is a 6-page article entitled "A Small, Small World" from National Geographic Explorer Magazine, November/December 2015, with 10 accompanying, higher-level inferencing questions. This is excellent to use as a close read activity, particularly

Subjects:

Biology, ELA Test Prep, Close Reading

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Assessment, Printables

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

This year marks my 31st privileged year teaching wonderfully thoughtful and motivated students in the Clarkstown Central School District. Nine of those years were spent teaching 4th grade, and I've spent the last 21 years teaching 5th grade.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I would characterize my teaching style as challenging, logical, and critical. I have high expectations of my students and myself. To me, a highly effective teacher is one who is highly passionate, highly reflective, and highly engaging. To inspire and encourage the students entrusted to me is my ultimate goal.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Perhaps my greatest honor was having a former student of mine, a sixth grader, comment to me how I was able to make history exciting for him when that had previously seemed an impossibility.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

SUNY ALBANY:B.A. American History LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY:M.S. Elementary Education

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I have a wonderfully supportive wife and two terrific children that make me proud to be their father. I enjoy the outdoors (especially building igloos in the winter) and exercising my body (mostly by swimming) and my mind (mainly by creating a prolific amount of material for use in my classroom).

GRADES

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Algebra, Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Measurement, Numbers, Other (Math), Science, Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry, Environment, Social Studies, Civics, U.S. History, World History, Health, ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Geography, Life Skills, Literature, Character Education, Word Problems, General Science, Writing, Reading Strategies, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Winter, Martin Luther King Day, Decimals, Black History Month, Place Value, Earth Day, Informational Text, Close Reading