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Brenda Martin

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Language Review Week to Week (The Complete Set)

$16.50

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Writing Bundle for the Common Core: Opinion,...

$14.50

369

Reading Workshop Small Group Work for the...

$13.00

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Reading Workshop Small Group Work for the Entire Year

By Brenda Martin

This small group bundle is designed to use with students during reading workshop. It includes 140 readymade lessons! It is specifically designed to use during reading workshop where every student is reading their own ‘just right’ book but you know

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

$13.00

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Fables, Folktales, and Myths Unit

By Brenda Martin

"Fantastic! This unit is well written and so easy to use. Very comprehensive & my kids LOVED the activities! Thanks!" -- Stacie Brock (TpT Seller) "Lots of Great Activities and Ideas, Day to Day plans and stories. Awesome Packet!"

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

3^rd

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Games

CCSS:

RL.3.2

$7.00

640

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Writing Workshop Small Group Work for the Entire Year

By Brenda Martin

This small group bundle is designed to use with students during writing workshop. It includes 137 ready-made lessons! It is specifically designed to use during writing workshop where every student is writing their own story but you know there are

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

$13.00

196

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Third Grade Science Bundle

By Brenda Martin

"This is the best TpT product I have ever found. Thank you so much for your hard work." -- friedmans "This is amazing and it goes perfect with the new NGSS! LOVE LOVE LOVE!! You saved me so much work!!!" -- Elizabeth Boothe (TpT Seller) Third

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Science

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3^rd

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Unit Plans, Printables, Games

$24.00

930

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Opinion Writing Unit for the Common Core

By Brenda Martin

"This is a fabulous resource on opinion writing. It covers everything you need to know to get started. THANK YOU!" --Cfoley02 "I used every lesson and my third graders all wrote wonderful opinion essays!" --snanus Opinion writing is a Common Core

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Unit Plans, Printables

CCSS:

W.3.1, W.4.1, W.5.1, W.5.1a, W.5.1b, W.5.1c, W.5.1d, W.3.1a, W.3.1b, W.3.1c, W.3.1d...

$6.50

313

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Writing Bundle for the Common Core: Opinion, Narrative, and Informative

By Brenda Martin

The Common Core Writing Standards are a new and exciting endeavor for many of us. "Amazing and helpful resource for this new common core writing!" --Molleyrey This bundle has it all! It includes complete units for the three main types of writing

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Unit Plans, Printables, Lesson

CCSS:

W.3.1, W.3.2, W.3.3, W.4.1, W.4.2, W.4.3, W.5.1, W.5.1a, W.5.1b, W.5.1c, W.5.1d...

$14.50

369

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Narrative Writing Unit for the Common Core

By Brenda Martin

Narrative writing is a Common Core standard for third, fourth, and fifth grade students. This unit is part of my Writing Bundle which includes three months worth of writing. This three week unit will help your students develop their ideas into an

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Unit Plans, Printables

CCSS:

W.3.3, W.4.3, W.5.3, W.5.3a, W.5.3b, W.5.3c, W.5.3e, W.3.3a, W.3.3b, W.3.3c, W.3.3d...

$6.50

524

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Language Review Week to Week (The Complete Set)

By Brenda Martin

"I wish I had had this every year teaching -- awesome!!" -- adc1004 "Thanks for sharing! This is just what I've been looking for & I am looking forward to sharing it w/ my students." --NTRUITT "Worth every cent! Thanks!" -- dipi710 Looking

Subjects:

Grammar, Vocabulary, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Bulletin Board Ideas, Centers

CCSS:

L.3.1a, L.3.1b, L.3.1c, L.3.1d, L.3.1g, L.3.2, L.3.2e, L.3.2f, L.3.3b, L.4.1, L.4.1a...

$16.50

121

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Christmas Listening Exercise

By Brenda Martin

This activity is a great exercise to help your students assess their listening skills. Use the directions included to read your students step-by-step directions to draw specific seasonal items. Then use the self-assessment to help students realize

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities

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143

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Back to School Fun Pack: Activities for the First Week of School

By Brenda Martin

This back to school fun pack includes eight different activities to help your students become familiar with classroom routines and procedures. Each activity explains the amount of time needed, preparation, and simple directions to make your first

Subjects:

Classroom Management, Character Education, Back to School

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Activities

FREE

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Reading Workshop Activities to Support the Common Core: Third Grade

By Brenda Martin

"These are simply amazing! You saved me so much time. Thanks for this great resource." --Sprinkles for Teachers This is an invaluable resource for all third grade teachers of reading! This resource includes 27 activities with three assessment

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading

Grades:

3^rd

Types:

Activities, Posters, Centers

$5.50

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Back to School Science: Walking on Air

By Brenda Martin

"My class loved walking on air!" -7511 This unit is part of the Third Grade Science Bundle which includes all materials necessary for a year of hands-on, inquiry based science. While this unit is complete all by itself, you will save over $10 by

Subjects:

Science, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Lesson

$3.50

Digital Download PDF (0.76 MB)

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Morning Meeting Pack

By Brenda Martin

Are you looking for a way to eliminate tattling? A way to begin your day positively? Check out what other buyers are saying about this product... "So much I like about this resource! What I really appreciate most are the simple and direct

Subjects:

Critical Thinking, Classroom Management, Back to School

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Posters, Task Cards

$6.00

135

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Writing Workshop Bundle: A Brand New Year!

By Brenda Martin

"I love this system. Everyone will be actively engaged and assessed." -- Adomanski Due to popular demand, I am ready to offer my second writing bundle! This bundle includes everything you need to set up your writing workshop and establish

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Back to School

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Worksheets, Printables, Posters

$13.00

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$Math Enrichment Bundle$

Math Enrichment Bundle

By Brenda Martin

Aligned with the common core for third and fourth grade, this complete math bundle will enhance any math curriculum. It includes math word wall words, vocabulary instruction resources and tips, differentiated math menu project ideas, an entire year

Subjects:

Math

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Games

CCSS:

3.MD.A.1, 4.MD.A.1, 3.NBT.A.1, 4.NBT.A.1, 3.OA.A.1, 4.OA.A.1, 3.NF.A.1, 4.NF.A.1, 3.G.A.1, 3.G.A.2, 4.G.A.1...

$20.00

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Writing Workshop Small Group Work: Conventions

By Brenda Martin

This product is complete all by itself but please check out my bundle Writing Workshop Small Group Work for the Entire Year to save 20% on all the writing packs. This small group pack is designed to use with students who need specific help with

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

$4.00

Digital Download PDF (3.30 MB)

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Science Pack for Inquiry-Based Learning and 21st Century Skills

By Brenda Martin

"Great unit, fun activities, and perfect way to introduce inquiry and scientific processes to my 4th graders!" --Cindy Hepp "This brought back my excitement for teaching science again. I felt like my past lessons in science were scripted. Ready to

Subjects:

Science, Back to School

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Printables, Posters, Lesson

$5.50

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Writing Workshop Revision Pack Using the Six Traits

By Brenda Martin

This pack is part of my Writing Workshop Bundle: A Brand New Year! It is complete all by itself, but you will save money and time by purchasing the entire bundle. Are you tired of your students skipping the revision step? Are you tired of them

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Printables, Posters, Centers

$3.50

Digital Download PDF (1.90 MB)

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Life Science Pack

By Brenda Martin

This unit is part of the Third Grade Science Bundle which includes all materials necessary for a year of hands-on, inquiry based science. While this unit is complete all by itself, you will save over $10 by purchasing the bundle. This unit has it

Subjects:

Science

Grades:

3^rd

Types:

Unit Plans, Printables, Games

$8.00

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Reading Workshop Small Group Work: Comprehension

By Brenda Martin

This small group pack is included in my Reading Workshop Small Group Work for the Entire Year. While this pack is complete all by itself, you will save money by purchasing the entire bundle. This small group pack is designed to use with students

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

$4.00

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

-- Ten years teaching grades 2-4 -- Three years as instructional coach --Seven years in professional development at the school and district level

MY TEACHING STYLE

I believe a teacher should act as a facilitator of learning. I believe in hands-on instruction that includes technology and high level teaching skills in order to prepare students for their future in the 21st century.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

-- Best Should Teach Award 2011

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Bachelors Degree in Education in 2000 Masters Degree in Curriculum and Design in 2005

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I am a 21st Century Trainer and am happy to come to your school to work with educators on bringing your school into the 21st Century. I am also a curriculum writer for businesses and non profits.

GRADES

PreK, 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, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool, Staff

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Fractions, Geometry, Science, Earth Sciences, Physics, ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Other (ELA), Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Character Education, Study Skills, Instructional Technology, Physical Science, Short Stories, Writing, Reading Strategies, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Winter, Valentine's Day, Decimals, Tools for Common Core, Summer, Informational Text, Test Preparation