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Miss Mari-jo

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BACKGROUND: "Ribbons" by Laurence Yep

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AR practice & extension activities: JUST A DREAM

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Intro to Fractions: Notes and Guided Practice

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THIS DAY IN HISTORY: March (63 slides)

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UNIT: UGLY by Robert Hoge

By Miss Mari-jo

A unit of activities including multi-participant Literature Circle handouts, checkpoint assessments, essay guides, comprehension questions, guide to themes, final exam (multiple choice and short answer), and introductory and closing projects. This

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Writing

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th

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Activities, Handouts, Assessment

$15.00

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BACKGROUND: "Ribbons" by Laurence Yep

By Miss Mari-jo

Supplemental material for "Ribbons" by Laurence Yep in 7th grade Prentice Hall Literature textbook. Describes using words and pitures thee important concepts in the story: Hong Kong, ballet, and foot binding. Powerpoint presentation that is

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Asian Studies

Grades:

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

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Lectures, Cultural Activities, Lesson

$5.00

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Intro to Fractions: Notes and Guided Practice

By Miss Mari-jo

The ideal way to teach and learn basic fraction concepts and vocabulary (numerator, denominator, whole number, proper, improper, mixed number). It provides a good amount of guided pratice with visual understanding of what proper, improper, and

Subjects:

Math, Fractions

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

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Worksheets, Handouts, Lesson

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PRENTICE HALL QUIZ: "Stray"

By Miss Mari-jo

Quiz for "Stray" by Cynthia Rylant from the 6th grade Prentice Hall Literature text book. It includes 12 multiple choice questions incorporating vocabulary words and reading comprehension. It also has a selecetion of 3 short essay prompts that

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Vocabulary, Literature, Writing-Essays

Grades:

6^th

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PRENTICE HALL QUIZ: "The Sound of Summer Running"

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Quiz for "The Sound of Summer Running" by _Ray Bradbury from the 6th grade Prentice Hall Literature text book. It includes 19 multiple choice questions incorporating vocabulary words and reading comprehension. It also has a selecetion of 3 short

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Vocabulary, Literature, Writing-Essays

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6^th

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TEST PREP: Trick quizzes to teach importance of reading directions

By Miss Mari-jo

These are trick qizzes to teach students how crucial it is to read the directions during state testing even when the material is enticingly easy. There are 3 different ones: two are Math and one is Science (planets). These are appropriate for

Subjects:

Study Skills, For All Subjects

Grades:

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

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Activities

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ESSAY FORMAT: Response to Literature -- Theme

By Miss Mari-jo

A step-by-step guide on writing a 5-paragraph Response to Literature essay that focuses on the theme of the written work. It includes a checklist and fill in the blanks to ensure students compose a complete and thorough essay. Applies to all grade

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

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Handouts, For Parents

$2.00

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$Math vocabulary quizzes$

Math vocabulary quizzes

By Miss Mari-jo

Three quizzes of the Math vocabulary words covered between the 5th, 6th, and 7th grades. The first is matching the definition with the terms/concepts. The other two require the use of the word into a sentence. Great for test prep to make sure

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Other (Math), Math Test Prep

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th

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Assessment, Printables

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The Nile River

By Miss Mari-jo

Background knowledge using text and pictures about the Nile River that is appropriate for upper elementary through high school. Discusses the water source and flow, as well as the land geography at its banks. Perfect for ancient civilizations

Subjects:

Ancient History, World History, Geography

Grades:

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

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PowerPoint Presentations, Lesson

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VOCAB SQUARES: "Two Kinds (from "The Joy Luck Club")"

By Miss Mari-jo

Vocabulary squares for "Two Kinds" by Amy Tan in the 7th grade Prentice Hall Literature textbook. Identifies words selected by text editors and some by teacher, for a total of 12. Cites specific pages the word is used. Area for "hint" left open for

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English Language Arts, Vocabulary

Grades:

7^th

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PowerPoint Presentations, Word Walls, Lesson

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AR practice questions: PICNIC AT MUDSOCK MEADOW

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Practice comprehension question for AR and other reading tests about Picnic at Mudsock Meadow by Patricia Polacco. A total of 34 questions including the illustrator, point-ofview, etc. Great for parents to help with reviews for Accelerated Reader

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Study Guides, For Parents

$2.00

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Comprehesion Practice: Bach (biography)

By Miss Mari-jo

Reading comprehension worksheet using a brief biography of Johann Sebastian Bach. It has 10 fill-in-the-blank question and includes the answer key. Good for test prep for upper elementary and middle school grades. Can also be used in music

Subjects:

Other (Music), ELA Test Prep, Informational Text

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

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Worksheets

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUIZ: "The Legend of the Bluebonnet"

By Miss Mari-jo

Quiz for the short story, "The Legend of the Bluebonnet" by Tomie dePaola. It includes 24 multiple choice questions incorporating vocabulary words and reading comprehension, as well as the concepts of setting, theme, conflict, and legend. It also

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Vocabulary, Literature, Writing-Essays

Grades:

6^th

Types:

Assessment

$3.00

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THIS DAY IN HISTORY: September

By Miss Mari-jo

A slideshow dedicated to an important historical event for each day of September, as well as features a vocabulary word for each day - including its definition. Ideal as journaling prompts and bellwork. Objectives include: To promote vocabulary

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Social Studies - History, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Word Walls, Lesson

$10.00

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A Lesson on Quotes... Quoting... Quotations!

By Miss Mari-jo

A lesson on how to properly use quotations... quoting different sources... and how to add quotes for dialogue in a narrative. Appropriate for upper elementary through high school. Includes fun Peanuts cartoons to engage and yet serve as examples.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing

Grades:

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

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Lectures, PowerPoint Presentations, Lesson

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THIS DAY IN HISTORY: October

By Miss Mari-jo

A slideshow dedicated to an important historical event for each day of October, as well as features a vocabulary word for each day - including its definition. Ideal as journaling prompts and bellwork. Objectives include: To promote vocabulary

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Social Studies - History, Writing

Grades:

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

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PowerPoint Presentations, Word Walls, Lesson

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BACKGROUND: "The Third Level" by Jack Finney

By Miss Mari-jo

Supplemental material for "The Third Level" by Jack Finney in the 7th grade Prentice Hall Literature textbook. Slide show with pictures and history of Grand Central Station in New York City. Includes interesting statistics. by: Mari-jo A.

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English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Lesson

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GRAPHIC ORGANIZER: Descriptive Paragraph about Favorite Toy

By Miss Mari-jo

Step-by-step guide for young writers. Uses a familiar topic (a favorite toy) to teach how to write a descriptive and detailed 5-sentence paragraph. It breaks down what information can/should be included in each sentence. It provides two examples (a

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Handouts, Graphic Organizers, Lesson

$3.00

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THIS DAY IN HISTORY: November

By Miss Mari-jo

A slideshow dedicated to an important historical event for each day of November, as well as features a vocabulary word for each day - including its definition. Ideal as journaling prompts and bellwork. Objectives include: To promote vocabulary

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Social Studies - History, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Word Walls, Lesson

$10.00

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State Test Key Terms: Weekly Vocabulary Graphic Organizer

By Miss Mari-jo

A weekly vocabulary lesson focusing on one of the 14 most commonly used words in standardized tests, including state assessments, SATs, and ACTs.The words

Subjects:

Vocabulary, For All Subject Areas, Test Preparation

Grades:

3^rd, 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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Printables, Lesson

$10.00

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

CLAD Multiple Subject credential; ASD certified; M. Ed. in Curriculum & Instruction; West Contra Costa Unified School District (5th & 6th grades: Self-contained Multiple Subject classes); Cucamonga School District (6th & 7th grades: Language Arts & History block)

MY TEACHING STYLE

Integrated, cross-curricular learning

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

2006 EdFund recipient: A Positive Alternative 2006 EdFund recipient: Poetry in Motion 2007 EdFund reciopient: A Positive Alternative (Year 2)

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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, Creative Writing, Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Algebra, Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Fractions, Numbers, Other (Math), Science, Environment, Social Studies, Ancient History, World History, Arts & Music, Other (Performing Arts), Special Education, ESL-EFL-ELL, ELA Test Prep, Math Test Prep, Geography, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Character Education, Study Skills, Writing, Asian Studies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Poetry, Mental Math, Decimals, Place Value, Tools for Common Core, For All Subjects, Informational Text, Handwriting, Test Preparation, Phonics, Classroom Community