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The Odyssey (Robert Fitzgerald translation) Growing Bundle

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Do you need resources to assist you in teaching Homer's The Odyssey in your classroom? This growing bundle will include activities to help students grasp the key plot points while delving into the epic poem's themes, conflicts, and character

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.2, RL.9-10.3, RL.9-10.4, RL.9-10.5, RL.9-10.6, RI.9-10.1, RI.9-10.2, RI.9-10.7

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2024-25 Blank & Editable Pacing Calendar

By Making ELA Matter

Stay organized and on track with this fully editable Pacing Calendar for the 2024-25 school year! Created in Microsoft Word, this versatile planning tool is designed for educators of all subject areas. Features include the following:⭐️Completely

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For All Subject Areas

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Not Grade Specific

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Teacher Manuals, Unit Plans, Printables

$1.25

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End of the Year Bundle

By Making ELA Matter

Looking to end your school year with engagement and purpose? This bundle includes 4 resources to help you accomplish that goal!Included in this Resource:⭐️End of the Year Figurative Language Meme Challenge Activity⭐️Quote Quest - End of the Year

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, End of Year

Grades:

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

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Activities, Printables, Google Apps

$5.25

$4.72

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End of the Year ELA Reflection Activity for Secondary Students

By Making ELA Matter

As the school year draws to a close, foster meaningful reflection among your ELA secondary students with this ELA Reflection Activity. This resource offers a structured yet flexible approach to guiding students through the process of reflecting on

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English Language Arts, Other (ELA), End of Year

Grades:

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

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Activities, Printables, Google Apps

$1.50

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End of the Year Figurative Language Meme Challenge Activity

By Making ELA Matter

Engage your middle and high school students in an entertaining and creative end-of-the-year resource! This resource is designed to spark students' creativity while reinforcing their understanding of figurative language. Get ready to laugh, learn,

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, End of Year

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Games

$2.50

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Quote Quest - End of the Year Themed Reading Activity

By Making ELA Matter

Looking for a versatile reading activity to wrap up the school year? Look no further! This resource is perfect to use at the end of the year to help your students develop an interest in (and hopefully) foster a love for books and reading! With its

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English Language Arts, Reading, Holidays/Seasonal

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

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Activities, Handouts, Printables

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The Odyssey (from Book 9): Sailing from Troy - Robert Fitzgerald's translation

By Making ELA Matter

Do you need resources to assist you in teaching Homer's The Odyssey in your classroom? If so, look no further! These activity pages help students grasp key plot points in "Sailing from Troy" while delving into the epic poem's themes, conflicts, and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Activities, Google Apps, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.2, RL.9-10.3, RL.9-10.4, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.10

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The Odyssey Discussion Cards - Engaging Speaking & Listening Activity

By Making ELA Matter

Looking for fresh ways to spark interest in Homer's The Odyssey? These discussion cards are the perfect solution! These versatile discussion cards can be used exclusively before diving into the epic poem, or they can be integrated throughout your

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Task Cards

CCSS:

SL.8.1

$2.00

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Juvenile Justice - Case Study on Felony Murder - Informational Text & Analysis

By Making ELA Matter

This engaging informational text article and its accompanying investigative report video offer an ideal opportunity to introduce a compelling real-world topic to your students. Given its focus on issues of juvenile justice, the controversy over

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Handouts

CCSS:

RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.4, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.10

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St. Patrick's Day Quote Quest - Engaging Reading Activity for Secondary Students

By Making ELA Matter

If you need a versatile St. Patrick's Day-themed reading activity for your students that combines academic enrichment PLUS fun, look no further! Perfect for use on or around St. Patrick's Day, it's got plenty of uses! You can kickstart discussions

Subjects:

Reading, Holidays/Seasonal, St. Patrick's Day

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Printables

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1

$1.25

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Monster by Walter Dean Myers Prereading Activities Bundle

By Making ELA Matter

Walter Dean Myers' novel Monster is an ideal novel for secondary students, captivating them with its gripping narrative, thought-provoking themes, and rich opportunities for literary analysis. This bundle includes 3 activities to spark interest in

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Google Apps

$5.25

$4.20

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Monster Prereading Journal Prompts (Quick Writes)

By Making ELA Matter

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English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th

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Activities

$1.00

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Monster Discussion Cards - An Engaging Prereading Activity

By Making ELA Matter

Looking for fresh ways to spark interest in your upcoming study of the novel Monster by Walter Dean Myers? These discussion cards are the perfect solution! These versatile discussion cards can be used exclusively before diving into the novel or

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Task Cards

CCSS:

SL.8.1

$2.00

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Walter Dean Myers Author Biography Research Activity for Monster

By Making ELA Matter

Need a way to introduce author Walter Dean Myers that both engages students and empowers them to take charge of their learning? This activity (specifically designed for the novel Monster, but adaptable to any novel by Myers) requires students to

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Internet Activities, Google Apps

$2.25

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Quote Quest - February Themed Reading Activity

By Making ELA Matter

If you need a versatile February-themed reading activity for your students, look no further! This resource features a diverse array of February-themed topics, including Valentine’s Day, President’s Day, Groundhog Day, Mardi Gras, winter sports, and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

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

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Activities, Handouts, Printables

$1.25

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Valentine's Day Story Swap (An Activity for Secondary Students)

By Making ELA Matter

Engage your secondary students in this "sweet" Valentine's Day Story Swap activity. This resource draws inspiration from the concept of journal swaps in many of my other resources and blends fun, movement, and collaboration while also nurturing

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Holidays/Seasonal, Valentine's Day

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables

$3.00

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Martin Luther King Jr. Informational Text Activities for Secondary Students

By Making ELA Matter

Engage your students in a comprehensive and standards-aligned Informational Text resource exploring the impactful connection between Martin Luther King Jr. and Langston Hughes. Ideal for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Black History Month, or a Civil

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Martin Luther King Day, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Assessment

CCSS:

RI.8.1, RI.8.2, RI.8.3, RI.8.4, RI.8.6, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.10

$4.75

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2023 Year in Review: New Year's Reflections & Connections, Google Slides

By Making ELA Matter

Engage your secondary students in a dynamic reflection on the highlights of 2023 using this interactive Google slide deck! This resource prompts students to explore various trending topics. Within each category, students delve into "best of"

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Holidays/Seasonal, The New Year

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Internet Activities, Google Apps

$4.50

Digital Download PDF (0.95 MB)

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20 December & Christmas Journal Prompts for Secondary Students

By Making ELA Matter

Many teachers love using journal writing as a bell ringer activity. They are a fantastic way for students to develop their writing skills and writing stamina. Use these prompts during the holiday season between Thanksgiving and Christmas as a daily

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities

$3.00

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The Time Shop Short Film - Literary Elements & Devices, December & Christmas

By Making ELA Matter

Dive into the holiday spirit with this engaging lesson to analyze literary elements and devices in the heartwarming holiday short film, "The Time Shop." In just two minutes, this film packs a powerful message about the importance of valuing time

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Holidays/Seasonal

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Movie Guides

CCSS:

CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.7

$3.75

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have over 20 years of experience working in education. My experience has not been limited to traditional classrooms. I have also taught 12-18 year old adolescents in a drug and rehabilitation center and adults in a community college. Additionally, I worked as the head librarian for 4 years in a K-8 school. I have had the opportunity to create lessons and instruct students from pre-kindergarten to college on a variety of subjects. After a long hiatus as a stay-at-home mom, I have spent the last 10 years teaching Literature and English to 7th and 8th grade students. I'm currently teaching Adv. English to 8th grade students.

MY TEACHING STYLE

One thing I noticed when I returned to the classroom after being a stay at home mom is that students do not have the attention spans they did years ago. My teaching style is a work-in-progress that is constantly evolving to meet the needs of middle school students. My goal is to create challenging and relevant content that encourages critical thinking and engagement. I am working to create materials that use current trends and topics to address the reading, writing, listening and speaking skills that are required of English classrooms.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Teacher of the Year 2018-19

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Bachelor of Science in English Education

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