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Author Study: Webquest/Laurie Halse Anderson

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Laurie Halse Anderson, is a New York Times bestselling author whose writing entertains young readers, teens, and adults. Speak, Chains, and Shout are just three of many novels she’s written over the years. This webquest is a fun, interactive way for

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Activities, Internet Activities

CCSS:

W.9-10.6, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.W.7

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"Long Way Down" Bundle one-pager/choice board/WebQuest/DOK Task Cards

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Welcome to an engaging and comprehensive resource for teaching Jason Reynolds' gripping novel, Long Way Down. This product is designed to facilitate deep comprehension, critical thinking, and creative exploration of the text through a variety of

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Graphic Arts

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activboard Activities, Task Cards

CCSS:

RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.4, RI.11-12.1, RI.11-12.2, RI.11-12.3, RI.11-12.4, RI.11-12.5, RI.11-12.6, RI.11-12.7, W.11-12.1...

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"Dear Martin" by Nic Stone DOK Levels 1-4 Task Cards

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

Enhance your students' comprehension and critical thinking skills with these Depth of Knowledge (DOK) Task Cards designed specifically for the novel "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone. These task cards are perfect for engaging students in meaningful

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Literature Circles

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.L.5, CCRA.L.6

$10.00

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One-Pager Project Long Way Down by: Jason Reynolds

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Jason Reynold's Long Way DownOne-Pager projects are such a fun way to bring a novel study, or any other type of text, to a close. Students are allowed to use their creative expression to connect visualization to the text. I have included a rubric,

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Visual Arts, Poetry

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Projects, Thematic Unit Plans, Activities

CCSS:

RI.9-10.1, RI.9-10.3, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5

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"Speak" by: Laurie Halse Anderson One-Pager Project & Cumulative MC Quiz

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"Speak" by: Laurie Halse Anderson One-Pager Project & Cumulative MC QuizThis resource contains two different assignments. One is a multiple choice (30 questions) quiz which covers the entire novel. The other resource is a one-pager project,

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Writing

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Assessment

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.L.5

$5.00

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"Long Way Down" post-reading Activities Choice Board (Jason Reynolds)

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

Engage your students in meaningful post-reading activities with the "Long Way Down After Reading Choice Board" and watch as they develop critical thinking skills, empathy, and a deeper appreciation for literature. Let's embark on this journey

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Other (Social Studies - History), Close Reading

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activboard Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.5, RI.11-12.1, RI.11-12.2, RI.11-12.3, RI.11-12.4, RI.11-12.5, RI.11-12.6, RI.11-12.7, W.11-12.1...

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Bingo! "How the Grinch Stole Christmas"

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

Get ready to steal the show with this Grinch Bingo Game! Embrace the mischievous spirit of the holiday season with this delightfully fun twist on the classic game. Perfect for classroom parties, family gatherings, or cozy nights in, this game

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Games

CCSS:

RL.3.1, RL.3.3, RL.3.5, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.10, CCRA.SL.2

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"How the Grinch Stole Christmas" Culminating Activities Task Cards

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

Welcome to an all-encompassing resource tailored for educators looking to wrap up the holiday season with a bang! This comprehensive package is specifically curated for students engaged with the timeless classic, "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" by

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Task Cards, Centers

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.W.9, CCRA.W.10

$4.99

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Ray Bradbury WebQuest

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

Welcome, ELA teachers! In this WebQuest, your students will embark on an exciting journey through the literary world of Ray Bradbury. As a renowned author of science fiction and fantasy, Bradbury's works are celebrated for their imagination,

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Projects, Internet Activities

CCSS:

RI.9-10.1, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.W.6, CCRA.W.8, CCRA.W.9

$4.99

Digital Download PDF (0.62 MB)

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One-Pager Project "Speak" by: Laurie Halse Anderson

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

"Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson is a compelling novel that addresses important themes such as trauma, identity, and finding one's voice. A one-pager project for the novel "Speak" involves students creating a visually engaging summary or analysis

Subjects:

Literature, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Assessment

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.R.10

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Digital Escape Room for "Speak" by Laurie Halse Anderson

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

What is a digital escape room? A digital escape room is a collaborative learning activity that uses technology to create a virtual room filled with puzzles that students must solve. Students use their phones, tablets, or computers to complete clues

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text

Grades:

8^th, 9^th, 10^th

Types:

Activities, Interactive Notebooks, Centers

CCSS:

RL.9-10.3, RI.9-10.3, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.SL.1

$2.00

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Jason Reynolds Webquest

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

Jason Reynolds is a New York Times bestselling author who focuses on social injustices in his writing. He is relatable to high school students today because they are surrounded by news of racism, social injustices and are on their journeys to

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Activities, Internet Activities

CCSS:

CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.6, CCRA.W.7, CCRA.W.8

$2.25

Digital Download PDF (0.95 MB)

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**Earth Day** Close Reading Activity

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

Engage your students in a thought-provoking exploration of Earth Day with this comprehensive close reading lesson. Designed to foster critical thinking and deepen understanding, this lesson is perfect for English Language Arts, Science, or

Subjects:

Science, Earth Day, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Lesson, Centers

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.6, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.SL.1

$1.99

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One-Pager bundle! (TKAM, Gatsby, Malala, Scarlet Letter, Beowulf)

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

One-Pager Bundle! Watch your students create one-pagers, while assessing their comprehension of the text!This bundle includes:*I Am Malala one-pager with templates*To Kill A Mockingbird one-pager with templates*Beowulf one-pager with templates*The

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.R.8, CCRA.R.10

$9.99

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"The Hate U Give" DOK (Depth of Knowledge) Task Cards (editable)

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

These task cards span a range of cognitive levels and can be used to guide discussions, assignments, and assessments related to "The Hate U Give" by Angie Thomas. DOK leveled questioning is an excellent way to differentiate in your classroom!This

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Close Reading

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th

Types:

Task Cards

CCSS:

RL.11-12.3, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.10

$4.99

Online Resource
Google Slides™

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Dear Martin, by Nic Stone, One-Pager Project

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

This resource contains two one-pager instructions with templates, as well as a blank template to use as you wish!What is a one-pager, you ask? A one-pager project is an excellent way to assess students’ comprehension. They can be constructed with

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Projects, Activities, Cultural Activities

CCSS:

RL.9-10.1, RI.7.1, RI.7.4, RI.7.5, RI.9-10.1, RI.9-10.3, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.L.3

$2.99

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Personal Narrative Writing Task Cards

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

Use these Personal Narrative Writing task cards to ignite your students' imagination with thoughtfully crafted prompts that encourage them to delve into their personal experiences and emotions, making their narratives more authentic and engaging.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Task Cards, Centers

CCSS:

W.11-12.3

$2.00

Digital Download PDF (0.62 MB)

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The Crucible Activities Bundle

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

This activity bundle for The Crucible includes: a. Author WebQuest b. Salem Witch Trials Crossword Puzzle (with answer key) c. The Puritans WebQuest d. Graphic Organizers for Character Analysis e. Active Reading Notes f. One Pager Lesson and Extra

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Projects, Activities

CCSS:

RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.4, CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.SL.1

$9.99

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I Am Malala (One-Pager and Templates)

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

This resource includes:*Seven: One-Pager Templates which can be used forany novel, poem, text, etc.This is an excellent culminating activity to enhance students’ critical thinking!!!

Subjects:

English Language Arts

Grades:

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

Types:

Projects, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.W.10

$2.99

Digital Download PDF (1.11 MB)

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I Am Malala webquest

By The Curriculum Connoisseur

Beginning a new novel unit with a webquest is so much fun for students! They learn many important skills in one class period!*Research*Background Knowledge*Author's Purpose*Genre*Themes*Historical Nonfiction

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Activities, Internet Activities

CCSS:

RI.9-10.3, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, RH.9-10.3

$2.00

Digital Download PDF (0.46 MB)

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have spent a total of 18 years in the classroom, teaching a wide range of subjects. I've taught 4th-12th ELA AP Lit, so I have become very interested in curriculum over the years. This is my fourth year serving as an Instructional and Curriculum Specialist for 6th-12th, ELA, Math, Science, and History. My latest focus has been on our alternatively certified teachers and supporting and retaining them.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I have a Journalism degree, in addition to my Education degree, so my lessons are heavy in "writer-based" instruction. When I was in the classroom, my students were placed in 6 groups of 6 and they participated in a wide variety of group lessons. My belief is that the teacher facilitates the learning, but the students learn to critically think and engage in activities in which they interact and work with each other. My belief as an Instructional and Curriculum Specialist is that new teachers need more support than ever. I love helping them discover new ideas and curriculum to utilize in their classrooms.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Dean's Honor Roll (University of Tulsa) Teacher of the Year (Immanuel Christian Academy)

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

B.A. Journalism/Advertising from University of Oklahoma M.A. Education from University of Tulsa

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I'm a single mom to five amazing adult children. Life is busy, but there are too many blessings to count!