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Performance Psychology Minicourse for Sport & Other Pursuits: 13 Lessons

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Performance Psychology Package for Sport and other Pursuits of Excellence: A Mini Course with 13 Lessons & Handouts Put on your Psychologist’s hat and teach your students how to reach excellence in their academic learning and in their personal

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Physical Education, Career and Technical Education, Psychology

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"Free Solo" Documentary Film Study (2018): Critical Viewing - DISTANCE LEARNING

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I love doing a film study with my class as a stand alone exercise. I tend to take a focus or position on a film and have students complete a viewing guide. Free Solo, 2019 Oscar winning documentary film, explores how solo climber Alex Honnold takes

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English Language Arts, Critical Thinking, Reading Strategies

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

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Performance Psychology for Sport & Other Pursuits: Part TWO - Lessons & Handouts

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Here is PART TWO of the Performance Psychology Package. Keep on your Psychologist’s hat and teach your students how to reach excellence in their academic learning and in their personal sports and hobbies. Our students need help in understanding what

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Physical Education, Career and Technical Education, Psychology

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Teach the "Wheel of Excellence": Sport or Performance Psychology Lesson/Handouts

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Teach your students a powerful tool to help them gain focus and achieve excellence in their pursuits.According to Terry Orlick, celebrated sport psychologist, “Seven critical elements guide the pursuit of personal excellence: focus, commitment,

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Physical Education, Career and Technical Education, Psychology

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

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10-Day Health Journal: Track & Boost Fitness, Diet & Sleep - DISTANCE LEARNING

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Here is a 10-Day Health Journal to give to your students. It's ideal for them to complete independently, or to complete alongside your guidance and teaching.The 10-Day Journal invites students to track three main components of their health:1. Daily

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Physical Education, School Counseling, Psychology

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Mamba Mentality & Kobe Bryant: Teach Focus, Distraction Control and Excellence

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What’s Behind the Lesson? No one believed in laser focus and goal setting more than NBA star Kobe Bryant. The coined term and the name of Bryant's book, "Mamba Mentality" refers to the mindset and skills involved in blocking out distractions and

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Physical Education, Career and Technical Education, Psychology

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Taylor Swift Documentary, "Miss Americana": Critical Viewing Guide - Distance Ed

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In this Netflix documentary on American singer, Taylor Swift, we see a musician who is self-reflective and mature, ready to give a message to her fans.Miss Americana (2020) tackles several important issues: gender in the music world, body image,

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English Language Arts, Music, Film

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

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Conversation Cards for Technology Use, Social Media and Online Video Games

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It’s time to get our students unplugged and talking about their Tech use. These cards are a powerful tool in the classroom, especially since so many teenagers have become enthralled with TikTok and other social media and games.This is a great set of

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English Language Arts, Career and Technical Education, Critical Thinking

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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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Activities, Printables

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Black Lives Matter: "Shut up and dribble" Instagram Response by LeBron James

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An excellent resource to build capacity and understanding around Black Lives Matter.BACKGROUNDER:More than two years ago, Fox News television host Laura Ingraham asked LeBron James to “shut up and dribble” when the NBA player was publicly critical

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English Language Arts, Social Studies - History, Black History Month

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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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"Hands" Spoken Word Poem by Sarah Kay: Guided Response - DISTANCE ED

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Here is a wonderful spoken word poem to listen to with your students. "Hands" by Sarah Kay is an absolute delight. The poet takes the reader through a literal meditation on hands right through to a metaphorical journey.Students find the poem

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English Language Arts, Poetry, Close Reading

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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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Activities, Handouts, Lesson

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Launch the Physical and Health Education Journal for DISTANCE LEARNING

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Here is a 20-Day Health Journal to give to your students. It's ideal for them to complete independently, or to work through alongside your guidance and teaching.The 20-Day Journal invites students to track three main components of their health:1.

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Physical Education, School Counseling, 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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Activities, Handouts, Independent Work Packet

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Inauguration Poem, The Hill We Climb, by Amanda Gorman - Guided Response

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Bring to your students Poet Laureate, Amanda Gorman's elegant and polished poem "The Hill We Climb." Delivered at Jospeh Biden's 2021 Inauguration, this is wonderful example of the spoken word genre--accessible and vivid.This guided response Handout

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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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Activities, Handouts, Lesson

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Four Common Concentration Errors in Class: Strategies to Get Students on Track

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Like all skills, concentration is developed through dedication and practice – the 10 000 hour rule! Most of us can remember a time when our mind wandered off, while doing an important task. Often, losing concentration for just a brief moment can

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English Language Arts, Career and Technical 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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Read a Relaxation Script to your Students: Teaching Mindfulness

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Read a Relaxation Script to your Students: Teaching MindfulnessWhat’s Behind the Lesson?Throughout the year, I like to help my students un-stress by reading a Relaxation Script to them. It usually takes FIFTEEN minutes. It’s always a welcome break

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Health, Life Skills, Psychology

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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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Activities, Scripts, Lesson

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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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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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"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

Grades:

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

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Activities, Handouts, Scaffolded Notes

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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

Grades:

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

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Activities, Handouts, Lesson

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20 Poetry Task Cards for Middle to High: Guided Practice with Reading & Analysis

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Poetry Task Cards offer a different approach to reading poems. Each card provides choice depending on what you want to accomplish with the poem reading. Task Cards are highly versatile. You can use them as a quick go-to, or for a longer guided

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English Language Arts, Poetry, 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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Activities, Printables, Task Cards

$5.00

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Sleep Questionnaire: Help Your Students Understand Sleep Needs- DISTANCE

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Here is an accessible self-assessment to complete with your students. The handout is designed to be both informative and to invite self-awareness. Students need help in understanding what healthy sleep looks like and healthy habits.Discuss:-2 Hours

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Physical Education, Career and Technical Education, Health

Grades:

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

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Activities, Handouts, Assessment

$2.00

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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

Yet to be added

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