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Set of 10 elementary level expository writing prompts. These prompts vary in difficulty and topic. These prompts are not only useful for essay generation; they are also excellent for writing station activities, and discussion with students. Each
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Writing-Essays
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th
Types:
Activities, Assessment
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Multi-Genre Project Assignment based on the novel Unwind by Neal Shusterman. This project focuses on ELA core objectives, as well as incorporates differentiated instruction by allowing student choice items. The project options are designed to
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Literature, Writing
Grades:
7th, 8th, 9th
Types:
Research, Projects
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Expository Writer's Response Journal idea based on a well-known quote. This warm up requires the student to think about/understand the meaning of a quote, as well as form an opinion/reflect on the quote. Includes a follow up Expository Essay
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Informational Text
Grades:
7th, 9th
Types:
Assessment, Lesson
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This is a great page to use to spotlight a student for their hard work and success. At our middle school, we are using them in all classes and grade levels to boost positive reinforcement. We are also tying these spotlights to fun prizes: getting to
Subjects:
For All Subject Areas
Grades:
PreK, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Types:
Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas
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By The PD Geek
Three expository essay prompts intended for 4th Grade Writing composition practice and assessment. These prompts meet the criteria set forth by the Grade 4 Writing STAAR.
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Writing-Essays
Grades:
4th
Types:
Simulations
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By The PD Geek
This is a detailed list to help develop and advance your toddler's vocabulary. The sheet includes common action words (verbs), social function words, location words (prepositions), descriptive words (adjectives/adverbs), early pronouns, and common
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Vocabulary
Grades:
PreK, Kindergarten, Homeschool
Types:
Homeschool Curricula, For Parents, Centers
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By The PD Geek
Set of 36 formative assessment task cards for students. The set also includes one blank template page so you can add 6 of your own, or they could be used for students to generate additional ideas. Each of the 36 cards provides the student with a
Subjects:
For All Subject Areas
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, 8th
Types:
Activities, Assessment
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By The PD Geek
Expository essay prompt based on Science concepts. Includes connection to solar system and space exploration. This assignment connects ELAR and Science standards into one assignment. The is a simple, student driven, writing activity that promotes
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Science
Grades:
7th, 8th
Types:
Assessment, Lesson
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By The PD Geek
Expository essay prompt based on Science concepts. Includes a Darwin quotation and connection to life studies. This assignment connects ELAR and Science standards into one assignment. The is a simple, student driven, writing activity that promotes
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Science
Grades:
7th, 8th
Types:
Handouts, Lesson
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By The PD Geek
This is a fun activity to use during a Mythology unit. The student invents a fictional god/goddess based on themselves. They then fill out the template be careful to include all of their important information/traits. The assignment is only complete
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Reading
Grades:
6th, 7th, 8th
Types:
Activities, Handouts
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By The PD Geek
This graphic organizer is designed to help students created a clear writing plan for an expository essay. The prompts is created in a way to remind students what information is important, how to structure it, and where to locate it. This organizer
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Writing
Grades:
6th, 7th, 8th
Types:
Graphic Organizers
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By The PD Geek
Quick reference for students to use when learning/understanding/remembering the importance of audience and purpose in writing. This is a great handout to use in an ELA interactive notebook.
Subjects:
English Language Arts
Grades:
6th, 7th, 8th
Types:
Handouts
CCSS:
W.7.2, W.7.3a
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Writing Prompt for a Personal Narrative Composition. Structured to fit Common Core and the majority of state writing assessments. This prompt requires students to write a past tense personal narrative based on a personal holiday experience.
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Holidays/Seasonal, Handwriting
Grades:
6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
Types:
Assessment, Lesson
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By The PD Geek
This is the perfect centers activity! All you have to do is print the pages on card stock, cut them, and you'll have a ready-to-use review for students. The purpose of this matching activity is to encourage students to think more closely about the
Subjects:
English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing
Grades:
3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th
Types:
Activities, Games, Lesson
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By The PD Geek
Quick/easy signs to post on your classroom door to remind students what they will need before they enter the room.
Subjects:
English Language Arts
Grades:
6th, 7th, 8th
Types:
Posters
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7 years in administration Professional Development Coordinator, specializing in: -Social-Emotional Learning -Pedagogy -Classroom Management -Relational Capacity -Trauma-Informed Instruction -Literacy Literacy Coaching, specializing in: -ELAR professional development -Coaching new/in-need teachers -developing lessons, intervention materials, etc. -leading teacher/grade-level planning sessions 9 years of teaching experience in a secondary school setting -8th Grade English -8th Grade Pre-AP English -8th Grade Reading -8th Grade Reading/TAKS Recovery -7th Grade English: Writing focused -7th Grade Pre-AP English -6th Grade English

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TX Teaching Certification - ELAR 4-8, GT Supplemental, and ESL Supplemental, K-12 Ed.D. and superintendency certification in progress from Dallas Baptist University, Educational Leadership and Curriculum and Instruction Dual Masters from Dallas Baptist University, Bachelor of Arts in English from Texas A&M University-Commerce

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I am a dedicated and lively educator. My passion is professional development. I love serving teachers and helping them grow and develop so that they can do the same for their students.