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Perseus and Medusa | Full Text Greek Myth | Questions | Graphic Organizers

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This Perseus and Medusa Myth, Questions, Graphic Organizers, and Activities is a great asset for anyone teaching Greek Mythology or Rick Riordan's novel, The Lightning Thief. The product contains the full text myth of Perseus' quest to slay the

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Reading, Literature, Short Stories

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Plot Diagram Practice with Superhero & Villain Origin Stories: Print and Digital

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Have students practice filling out Plot Diagrams with these engaging superhero origin stories and supervillain origin stories. Students will identify the Exposition, Conflict, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution. in 6 different

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English Language Arts, Reading, Short Stories

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Hades and Persephone | Full Text Greek Myth | Questions | Graphic Organizers

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This Hades and Persephone Myth, Questions, Graphic Organizers, and Activities is a great asset for anyone teaching Greek Mythology or Rick Riordan's novel, The Lightning Thief. The product contains the full text myth of about Hades and Persephone

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Reading, Literature, Short Stories

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Theseus and the Minotaur | Full Text Greek Myth | Questions | Graphic Organizers

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This Theseus and the Minotaur Myth, Questions, Graphic Organizers, and Activities is a great asset for anyone teaching Greek Mythology or Rick Riordan's novel, The Lightning Thief. The product contains the full text myth of Theseus' journey to slay

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Reading, Ancient History, Short Stories

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Story Plot Tests with Plot Diagram: Print and Digital

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Product contains 2 Different Plot Assessments which require students to read an original short story, answer 4 questions about Exposition, Conflict, Climax, and Resolution, and then complete a Plot Diagram about the story. Both assessments come in

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Science Fiction Unit BUNDLE

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Growing Bundle!! This Bundle contains an introductory presentation on science fiction, guided student notes, sci-fi short stories, questions, activities, and author biographies.Science Fiction Bundle Includes ...Sci-Fi Common Elements HandoutPurpose

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English Language Arts, Reading, Short Stories

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PowerPoint Presentations, Worksheets, Scaffolded Notes

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Science Fiction Short Stories Growing BUNDLE

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Growing Bundle!! This Bundle will contain multiple sci-fi short stories, questions, and activities.Science Fiction Short Stories Bundle Includes ...Sci-Fi Common Elements HandoutSelling Point: Sci-Fi Short Story, Questions, and ActivitiesWelcome,

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I've taught middle school remedial reading courses for the past 24 years. I've also done private reading tutoring for elementary aged students.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I believe the most effective way of teaching involves a variety of teaching styles. Some objectives require direct instruction, while others are more effective with student-centered methods.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

2018: "Outstanding Educator of the Year." (District Award) 2022: The Utah Jazz's MVE (Most Valuable Educator)

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

BA: Political Science; MEd: Elementary Instruction & Curriculum Design; Endorsements: Reading Specialist; Special Education

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

When I'm not teaching, my time is spent with family. I have an amazing husband and two daughters (ages 7 and 9). We enjoy spending our summers soaking up the sun. We also spend a lot of our summer vacation visiting the MLB fields around the country and watching America's pastime. Finally, I am a huge advocate for organ donation and also spend a great amount of time promoting and advocating for this cause.

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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, Staff, Not Grade Specific

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading, Spelling, Specialty, Math, Science, Social Studies, Ancient History, U.S. History, World History, World Languages, Spanish, Chinese, Arts & Music, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, School Counseling, Character Education, Library Skills, Short Stories, Writing, Reading Strategies, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Autumn, Halloween, Winter, Valentine's Day, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Spring, Tools for Common Core, Earth Day, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, For Administrators, Coaching, End of Year, Phonics, Close Reading, Classroom Community