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The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock by T. S. Eliot: Close Reading Poetry Study

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T. S. Eliot's "The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock" is a classic modernist poem to read with your secondary students.Here is an accessible way to unpack this classic piece of literature. On the left side is the poem text; on the right side are

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English Language Arts, Literature, Poetry

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

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

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Handouts, Movie Guides

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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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The Count of Monte Cristo: Viewing GUIDE + Test- DISTANCE LEARNING

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Students always enjoy the film, The Count of Monte Cristo. It is a swashbuckling tale of adventure, betrayal and revenge. It's also a fabulous film to use to teach Characterization & Plot, including: initial incident, rising action, turning

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Literature

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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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"The Crucible" Film: Passage Pass

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Here are SEVEN passages selected from the first half of The Crucible, starring Daniel Day-Lewis and Winona Ryder. Get your students talking about characterization, plot and theme by examining quotations taken directly from the film. Excellent

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English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

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9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th

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"I Have Lived a Thousand Years" Essay Template: Learn the Literary Essay

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I Have Lived a Thousand Years Essay Template: Learning to Write the Literary Essay I have created an effective Essay Template to help students write a literary essay, using quotations, on Livia Bitton-Jackson's Holocaust memoir novel, "I Have Lived

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English Language Arts, Literature, Writing-Essays

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

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The Veldt by Ray Bradbury: Bring the Story to Modern Day + Song Study (Deadmau5)

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Here is a profound and relevant way to read Ray Bradbury's magnificent cautionary tale, "The Veldt."Invite your students to pull out key moments and passages from the story and make connections to their world today. The DOUBLE-ENTRY journal style

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English Language Arts, Literature

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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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"I Have Lived A Thousand Years" Holocaust Novel Test by Livia Bitton-Jackson

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I Have Lived a Thousand Years is a memoir novel about growing up in the Holocaust. The novel documents the struggles of a young girl facing atrocities alongside her family and community members.Here is a straight-forward paragraph response test.

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English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Literature

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

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Handouts

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"Princess Bride" Film Group Activity: Mapping Characters and Setting

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Sometimes you just want to get the chart paper out and have students show their understanding of story by drawing and mapping.The Princess Bride is a very accessible film for Middle and Secondary students. I have created an enjoyable group activity

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Literature

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

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The Speckled Band (Sherlock Holmes): A Closer Look at Mystery & Detective genre

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"The Speckled Band," by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle presents Sherlock Holmes at this best. This is a wonderful story that I read to middle and secondary students. It is an iconic detective/mystery story and a good one to use in teaching the conventions

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

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

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Handouts, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

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Writing a Position Paper on "Macbeth": Essay Planning Sheet

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What “Rules” Macbeth: his inner ambition or external forces? Another way to think about this question is...IF Macbeth had never encountered the witches, would he have continued on his murderous path?Have your students take a position or 'stance' on

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

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Graphic Organizers, Scaffolded Notes, Lesson

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Animal Farm Quotation Discussion: Ten Key Quotes to Deepen Understanding

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Here is a Quotation Discussion Sheet for George Orwell's, Animal Farm. The resource provides students with a place to do their thinking as they read. It allows for a wide range of impromptu and productive responses to the novel's key lines.Have

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English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

Grades:

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

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"All Summer in a Day" by Ray Bradbury: Reading Analysis Guide - DISTANCE EDU

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Here is a reliable Reading Guide for Ray Bradbury's classic science fiction short story, "All Summer in a Day." I love teaching this story because students tend to feel deeply for Margot, the optimistic character who is silenced and shut-out by the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

Grades:

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

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Handouts, Guided Reading Books, Lesson

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Romeo and Juliet Quiz, Act 1 & 2: Comprehension Check

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Here is a solid QUIZ to give to your students after reading or viewing the first two Acts of William Shakespeare's tragedy, Romeo and Juliet (right about where Romeo and the Nurse meet in church to discuss marriage plans).The quiz has three

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English Language Arts, Drama, Literature

Grades:

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

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Discussion Questions for Macbeth: Conversation Prompts to Delve Deep

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Here is a discussion guide that hits all the critical elements of Macbeth. The resource is flexible--you can use it while reading Shakespeare's play, or to gather ideas before writing a paper on the play. Conversation starters include:-questions

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Critical Thinking, Literature

Grades:

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

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Handouts, Scaffolded Notes

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Children's Author Study: Research Project-DISTANCE LEARNING

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Give your students an opportunity to research a favourite Children's Author. Give examples from Dr. Seuss (Theodor Geisel), Roald Dahl to J.K. Rowling. This project asks students to:1. compose a one-page report2. compile a top 10 hallmarks sheet3.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

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

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Research, Handouts, Centers

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"Iron Man" by Ted Hughes: Creating a Story Board

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Help your students organize the plot (sequence of events) of The Iron Man. Use the blank “Story Board” outline to teach students how to identify the key plot points and provide supporting details from the story. This is a relaxed way of having

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Handouts, Graphic Organizers

$3.00

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Macbeth: Quotation Analysis

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Here is a succinct Quotation Analysis Sheet for Shakespeare's much discussed play, Macbeth. The EIGHT quotes cover the highlight moments of the play. It is important to give students plenty of practice in unpacking Shakespearean language and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

Grades:

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

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Handouts, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

$3.00

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"The Count of Monte Cristo" Film: Writing Impromptu Test & Assessment Rubric

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Impromptu Writing serves as an opportunity to ask your students to produce an on-the-spot, first-draft response to a literary text. The essay test takes three important quotations from the film to be used as writing prompts.Resource includes

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Film, Literature

Grades:

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

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Handouts, Assessment

$3.00

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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