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The Last Dance Michael Jordan Series Episode 3 Film Guide - DISTANCE EDUCATION

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Film Study:Breaking down the Michael Jordan Documentary Miniseries, The Last Dance EPISODE THREE: Analysis GuideFilmed during the last season of the Chicago Bulls dynasty, The Last Dance, directed by Jason Hehir, documents the highs and lows of

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English Language Arts, Physical Education, Psychology

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"The Death of the Moth" by Virginia Woolf: Reading Analysis Guide - Distance Ed

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Here is Virginia Woolf's delicate and masterful personal/narrative essay on life, death and writing. I love this short and concise essay and so do the students. Woolf gives her reader the perfect FIVE-Paragraph essay.Use the READING GUIDE to prompt

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English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

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"The Way It Is" by Bruce Hornsby (1986): Guided Song Response + ANSWER KEY

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"The Way It Is" by Bruce Hornsby recounts the divide between the rich and poor and the limitations of laws aimed at prohibiting discrimination in public places and employment. A beautiful and moving song with two long piano solos, "The Way It Is"

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English Language Arts, Music, Other (Social Studies - History)

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

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"Daddy" by Sylvia Plath: Poetry Close Reading and Guided Response

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Lesson Title:“Daddy” by Sylvia Plath: Poetry Close Reading and Guided Response What’s Behind the Lesson: In Sylvia Plath’s dramatic poem, “Daddy” the speaker compares her struggle with her patriarchal father to the suffering of Holocaust victims.

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English Language Arts, Poetry, Close Reading

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8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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King Richard: Tennis Film about Venus, Serena & Richard Williams - Viewing Guide

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King Richard (2021) follows the journey of a family whose uncompromising commitment ultimately delivers two of the world's greatest sports legends: Serena and Venus Williams. The film gives viewers an interpretation of actual events, using real life

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English Language Arts, Physical Education, Black History Month

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Poetry Bundle: Teach Five Classic Poems - DISTANCE LEARNING

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Teach Five Classic Poems to your Students: Close Reading & Guided PracticeWhat’s Behind the Lesson:Throughout the week I like to spark-up the class with a good poem reading and discussion. Here are FIVE classic poems to teach to your students:1.

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English Language Arts, Poetry, Close Reading

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I Have Lived a Thousand Years Holocaust Novel: Lexicon Project - DISTANCE

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Here is an original and accessible project to have your students do, while reading Livia Bitton-Jackson's memoir novel, I Have Lived a Thousand Years, about living through the Holocaust.LEXICON OVERVIEW: Your task is to build a LEXICON (glossary of

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English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Reading Strategies

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

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Murder on the Orient Express (1974) Film Study - Mystery and Detective Genre

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Murder on the Orient Express (1974) is based on the 1934 novel of the same name by Agatha Christie. The film presents a detective who is asked to investigate the murder of a powerful American businessman aboard the Orient Express train. The

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English Language Arts, Film, Literature

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"The Outsiders" Reading Guide: Comprehension and Analysis - DISTANCE LEARNING

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Unlock the magic of this much loved and cherished novel. Here is a powerful tool to help your students focus attention and deepen understanding. The Reading Guide provides structure in interacting with the text. The resource:-helps students monitor

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading Strategies

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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"Sisters on Track": Documentary Film Study - Goal Setting and Leadership

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Meet Coach Jean of the Jeuness Track Club in Brooklyn. She supports three determined sisters, Brooke, Rainn and Tai Sheppard on a journey as they race towards a stronger future. This is an inspiring film about leadership, hard work, and what young

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English Language Arts, Physical Education, Career and Technical Education

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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Special Education Learning Strategies: 24 Lessons/Tools to Bridge Learning Gaps

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Here are trusted resources to help Special Education & Classroom Teachers to meet the needs of ALL learners.Over the years, I have built these resources to help students, teachers and families meet educational and social-emotional goals. It is

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Special Education, School Counseling, For All Subjects

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"Boys and Girls" Short Story by Alice Munro: Analysis Guide or Test

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Here is a reliable Test or Reading Analysis Guide for Nobel winner Alice Munro's short story, "Boys and Girls." You could use the test to assess students' understanding of literature, by asking them to read the story during the test (reading it

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English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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Handouts, Lesson

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"To An Athlete Dying Young" (Housman): Poetry Close Reading & Guided Response

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Lesson Title:“To An Athlete Dying Young” by Alfred Edward Housman: Poetry Close Reading and Guided Response What’s Behind the Lesson:Throughout the week I like to spark-up the class with a good poem reading and discussion. Here is a classic (and

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English Language Arts, Poetry, Close Reading

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The Last Dance Michael Jordan Series Episode 2 Film Guide - DISTANCE EDUCATION

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Film Study:Breaking down the Michael Jordan Documentary Miniseries, The Last Dance EPISODE TWO: Analysis GuideFilmed during the last season of the Chicago Bulls dynasty, The Last Dance, directed by Jason Hehir, documents the highs and lows of

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English Language Arts, Physical Education, Psychology

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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Dear Basketball by Kobe Bryant + Hair Love -Video Organizers -Black Lives Matter

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Here are two great animated short films. Both Dear Basketball and Hair Love highlight stories about how individuals can overcome challenges, while performing gracefully under pressure. Hair Love follows the story of Zuri, a child with a lively mop

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English Language Arts, Visual Arts, Film

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

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"Redemption Song" by Bob Marley - Guided Song Response + Answer KEY

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"Redemption Song" by Bob Marley remains a favorite anthem for many students. The song is timeless and inspirational. The acoustic solo is mesmerizing and buoyant -perfect for the classroom!Listen to this celebrated freedom song with your students

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English Language Arts, Music, Poetry

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

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Film Bundle for your English Class: From Shakespeare to Into the Wild! DISTANCE

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Teaching THROUGH film is a widely accepted practice in both the English Language Arts and Social Studies classroom. As a teacher, I can cover a lot of curriculum during a feature length film. The visual appeal of film allows students to stay engaged

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English Language Arts, Film, Close Reading

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7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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Handouts, Lesson

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"Immigrant Blues" Poem by Li-Young Lee: Asian American Experience & Analysis

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Here is a beautiful poem about immigration, survival and longing. Li-Young Lee (1957) was born in Jakarta, Indonesia, to Chinese parents. They immigrated to the US during a time of conflict with several Asian countries. Read the poem with your

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English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Poetry

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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Writing a Found Poem on "Lord of the Flies" by William Golding

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Help your students focus in on the key ideas of this classic novel by guiding them to write a Found Poem. This lesson scaffolds the writing and provides an assessment rubric.Lord of the Flies is a beautifully constructed novel of twelve chapters.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing

Grades:

9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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Handouts, Graphic Organizers

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Documentary "Grizzly Man" (Werner Herzog): Quotation Discussion & Film Response

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Film director, Werner Herzog examines the calling that drives Timothy Treadwell to live among grizzly bears on an Alaskan Reserve. Herzog has taken documentary film making to a new art form. In Grizzly Man he intrudes on his subject—Timothy—and

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English Language Arts, Film, Psychology

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9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

20 Years teaching Middle and Secondary Language Arts and Social Studies, Physical Education, Special Education. Conference Presenter on Literacy Strategies, Reading and Writing Workshop Approach. Curriculum Developer at the Middle and Secondary level. Coached High School and College teams in various sports, including Rowing and Track & Field.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Reading and Writing Workshop Approach. I teach a variety of students with a wide range of skills and abilities. Teaching resources aim to reach a continuum of learners, using flexible and engaging strategies.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

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MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Honours Bachelor of Arts (English Literature, Women's Studies); Masters of Arts (English Literature; Master's Thesis on Don DeLillo); Bachelor of Education (English and Social Studies); Diploma in Special Education.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I read widely, always with my students in mind. I believe in quality curriculum and bringing the finest materials to the classroom so I can reach ALL learners.

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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, Not Grade Specific

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Applied Math, Fractions, Other (Math), Science, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Social Studies, Civics, Government, European History, World History, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Graphic Arts, Music, Physical Education, Special Education, Drama, Career and Technical Education, Health, ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Geography, Other (Social Studies), Life Skills, Religion, Critical Thinking, Literature, Classroom Management, Professional Development, School Counseling, Psychology, General Science, Cooking, Criminal Justice - Law, Short Stories, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Poetry, Black History Month, For All Subjects, Informational Text, Test Preparation, School Psychology, Close Reading, Classroom Community