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Close Reading: Step by Step Strategies BUNDLE for Middle School English

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The Close Reading Step by Step Strategies are comprehensive units that include wonderful resources to assist your students in performing close reading of complex texts. Best yet, they're now 20% off! The step-by-step process is effective. It

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Reading Strategies, Poetry, Tools for Common Core

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

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Poetry Close Reading Strategies: Step by Step for Middle School English

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Poetry: Close Reading Step by StepDo you sometimes feel like you’re swimming upstream when teaching poetry? I know I did. But there is hope! Poetry: Close Reading Step by Step Strategies is chock full of resources to give your students the

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Reading Strategies, Poetry, Tools for Common Core

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Poetry Writing Stations and Poetry Templates

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Poetry Writing Stations Do you want to provide your students with an awesome, creative poetry activity? Poetry Writing Stations will fit the bill! We just finished, and we had a blast! This poetry writing resource provides everything you need to

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English Language Arts, Writing, Poetry

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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Paired Passages Paul Revere: Compare the Poem and the True Story

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

In 1861, Atlantic Monthly magazine published a Henry Wadsworth Longfellow poem that catapulted Paul Revere from relative obscurity to superstar status. The poem is the equivalent of a blockbuster movie. Every single time I read it to a class, they

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U.S. History, Poetry, Tools for Common Core

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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RI.6.7, RI.7.7, RI.8.7, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.W.2

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Poetry Close Reading Posters, Reference Handouts, and Bookmarks

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

There is no reason for your students to dread poetry anymore! The Poetry: Close Reading and Annotation Posters, Handouts, and Bookmarks Packet includes wonderful resources to assist your students in performing close reading of poetry. Students will

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Reading Strategies, Poetry, Tools for Common Core

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, Homeschool

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CCRA.R.1

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Poetry Writing Made Easy: Bundle

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

The Poetry Made Easy method provides an easy and fun way for students to write poetry! Save $1.50 by purchasing the bundled units. ***This bundle includes the original Poetry Made Easy unit, as well as Photograph Poetry Made Easy.***

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Creative Writing, Writing, Poetry

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, Homeschool

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ESCAPE ROOM Poetry, Figurative Language, Team Building Activity

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Escape Room Poetry introduces or reviews figurative language and poetry types in a fun and interactive way! Promote speaking and listening skills, as well as team-building and knowledge of poetry.This escape room begins when students meet a cranky

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Poetry

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th

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CCRA.R.1

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Poem Template for Grades 5-8 FREE

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Free Poetry Writing: Ruler of the World Poem Middle school students LOVE writing template poetry. The beauty of using the template is that when they try it, even the kids who don't usually care for poetry writing can find their inner Robert Frost.

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English Language Arts, Writing, Poetry

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

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Activities, Printables, Centers

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Poem in Your Pocket Day Activities

By Darlene Anne - Middle School ELA

Celebrate National Poem in Your Pocket Day! Give your students an opportunity to experience the simple joy of poetry by celebrating National Poem in Your Pocket Day. Every year during National Poetry Month, one day is designated Poem in Your

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English Language Arts, Oral Communication, Poetry

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, Homeschool

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I've been teaching middle school English Language Arts for the past 15 years, and I've been in the same district for over 20. Although I've taught many grade levels, my heart belongs to my 6th, 7th, and 8th grade ELA classes. I love to create lessons that appeal to their natural curiosity and enthusiasm. Yes, middle school students can be a challenge, but we all need something to keep us on our toes. :)

MY TEACHING STYLE

I strive to be the ELA teacher I would want my own children to have. That means differentiating instruction and challenging students at every ability level. It also means being interesting! Teaching is 3/4 theater. Finally, it all comes down to demonstrating respect for students and appreciating them for who they are right now. As teachers, the promise of the future is in our hands. I try to remember that every single day.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Although I am honored to be the recipient of honors and awards from my school district, my most cherished "trophy" is a battered, second-hand binder filled with letters and poems from thankful students and parents. That binder is precious to me and never fails to warm my heart.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

My master's degree is from Stony Brook University, and I am certified to teach English 7-12 and Elementary Education N-6.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

When I'm not writing or teaching, I love to play tennis, read, and travel with my family. You and I can hang out together at my blog ELABuffet We'll settle in for some teaching tips, free resources, and a whole lot of fun!

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3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool, Staff

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary, Specialty, Social Studies, U.S. History, ELA Test Prep, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Professional Development, Study Skills, Problem Solving, Short Stories, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Halloween, The New Year, Valentine's Day, Presidents' Day, Tools for Common Core, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, For Administrators, Test Preparation, End of Year, Close Reading, Social Emotional Learning