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Do you want to create a more inclusive learning environment for your students? This lesson will introduce your students to the concept of equity, diversity, and inclusion through hands on group activities, discussions, and reflective journaling.
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Professional Development, Holidays/Seasonal
Grades:
5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...
Types:
Activities, Professional Development
CCSS:
SL.5.1, SL.6.1, SL.6.1c, SL.7.1, SL.7.1b, SL.7.1d, SL.7.4, SL.8.1, SL.8.1b, SL.8.1c, SL.9-10.1...
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This presentation will help students learn how to identify the varying attributes of historical fiction. Students will understand how authors use setting, characterization, and plot to write stories that fit this genre. This Power Point is
Subjects:
Reading, Literature, Library Skills
Grades:
4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Adult Education, Homeschool
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations, Lesson
CCSS:
RL.4.3
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This fun, highly interactive lesson is designed to introduced the concept of fables to students. Fables, myths, fairytales, and folktales are often difficult to distinguish. This lesson will help students develop a deeper understanding of the
Subjects:
Vocabulary, Literature, Library Skills
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschool
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations, Projects, Assessment
CCSS:
RL.3.10, RL.4.10, RL.5.10, RL.6.10, RL.7.10
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Oftentimes it is very difficult to distinguish the difference between fairytales and folktales. This activity will provide students with more of a guide for helping them classify these two types of tales, especially if the information is not
Subjects:
Reading, Library Skills, Short Stories
Grades:
2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations
CCSS:
RL.3.2
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This is a comprehensive unit where students will have the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of folktales by comparing/contrasting 3 different Anansi tales. Anansi stories are derived from West Africa and uses the character of a spider to
Subjects:
Reading, Vocabulary, Reading Strategies
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations, Projects, Rubrics
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In this lesson, students will develop an understanding of how to classify books based on their genre. This lesson includes a detailed, interactive PowerPoint presentation that allows teachers to incorporate Smart Technology into the lesson.
Subjects:
Library Skills, Informational Text
Grades:
Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, Homeschool
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations, Worksheets, Activities
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This unit will help students better understand different versions of folktales by comparing and contrasting them. Students will need to have access to four different versions of the Gingerbread Man. They will need to read: The Gingerbread Man,
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Reading, Writing
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Graphic Organizers
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This presentation is a good tool to use when trying to introduce the concept of Science Fiction to students. It explains the definition of science fiction and provide ways for students to understand how science fiction applies to the overall
Subjects:
Reading, Literature, Library Skills
Grades:
4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, Adult Education, Homeschool
Types:
Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations
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This lesson will provide students with information on using various reference tools. Students will learn when it is appropriate to use a dictionary vs. the appropriateness of using a thesaurus. Students will also learn how to appropriately state
Subjects:
Other (Specialty), Study Skills, Library Skills
Grades:
5th, 6th, 7th, Homeschool
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations
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This unit will provide students with the opportunity to read two versions of "The Little Red Hen". Students will make comparisons, generate ideas to explain why different versions of folktales exists, identify cultural differences between the
Subjects:
Reading, Vocabulary, Reading Strategies
Grades:
3rd, 4th
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Assessment
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In this project, students will conduct a webquest in order to research the life of acclaimed civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This is a multi-step project that will require students to complete several tasks: define key concepts,
Subjects:
Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month, Informational Text
Grades:
4th, 5th, 6th, Homeschool
Types:
Activities, Webquests, Rubrics
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In this unit, students will have the opportunity to read two different version of The Little Red Hen. After reading and discussing each story, students will explain and describe the differences between each story, explain and describe the
Subjects:
Reading, Literature, Writing
Grades:
3rd, 4th, Homeschool
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations, Handouts, Printables
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This document provides a reading list of Fairytales and Folktales to use with the recommended classifying activity that is also attached. Teachers should use the reading list as a way to recommend various tales to students. Note* the reading list
Subjects:
Reading, Library Skills, Short Stories
Grades:
2nd, 3rd, 4th, Homeschool
Types:
Handouts
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This reading log is for students who take Accelerated Reading Tests. The log provides them with a log to keep a record of their book title, their quiz #, AR level, testing date, their goal score and actual quiz score. The form can be modified by
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Reading, Test Preparation
Grades:
1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Types:
Worksheets, Handouts
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Help students classify stories according to their genres (fantasy or realistic). Can be used with Smart Technology and student response systems.
Subjects:
Reading
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
PowerPoint Presentations, Interactive Whiteboard
$2.50
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This activity encourages students to read Historical Fiction books and helps them identify the various elements of the story that makes it historical.
Subjects:
Reading, Literature, Library Skills
Grades:
4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 10th, Adult Education, Homeschool
Types:
Handouts, Homework
CCSS:
RL.5.9
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Worksheet to accompany thematic unit for "The Little Red Hen".
Subjects:
Reading, Vocabulary
Grades:
3rd, 4th, Homeschool
Types:
Worksheets, Activities
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Great companion to the Historical Fiction PowerPoint. Students are encouraged to check out and read books within this genre. Students then record information that will help them identify the various parts of the setting, plot and characterization
Subjects:
Reading, Library Skills
Grades:
4th, 5th, 7th, 8th, Higher Education, Homeschool
Types:
Worksheets, Handouts, Homework
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This is a time-line for students to use with the Tribute to Dr. King Web Quest Project. In this project, students will conduct a webquest in order to research the life of acclaimed civil rights leader, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This is a
Subjects:
Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month, Informational Text
Grades:
4th, 5th, 6th
Types:
Research, Handouts, Webquests
CCSS:
RI.4.3, RI.5.7
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This word journal is a free download and is designed to be used with the thematic unit for the Gingerbread tales. Enjoy
Subjects:
Reading, Vocabulary
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, Homeschool
Types:
Worksheets
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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Andrea Jamison is an academic librarian, lecturer, and writer. She is known in the library world as a staunch advocate for equity, diversity, and inclusion. She is passionate about fostering inclusive learning environments for youth and creating avenues of access (in publishing, libraries, and schools) for groups that have been historically marginalized. Professor Jamison has over 17 years of experience working in schools and libraries. She speaks internationally on issues related to creating inclusive learning spaces for youth and the interplay of race, power, and privilege in children's books.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I employ multiple styles using a student centered approach that infuses coaching and modeling. Most of my lessons are hands-on, project based and incorporates varying levels of technology. For more info, visit www.reviewsinthecity.com

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Dimon Distinguished Award, Generation Teacher Librarian Grant Recipient, Pathways to Leadership Certificate of Recognition

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Masters in Education, Concordia University and MLIS, Dominican University PhD Candidate, Dominican University

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Advocate for radical inclusion and anti-oppressive teaching methods. I have extensive experience as a grant writer. I have facilitated workshops at educational fairs and library associations. Ted Talk: https://youtu.be/eSa9JqSwEHQ