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Teaching Plot and Mood Using Sophie's Masterpiece

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Sophie's Masterpiece by Eileen Spinelli is a lovely picture book that students enjoy listening to and discussing. This mini-lesson focuses on the identification of the elements of plot and how the setting can impact the mood of a story. If you don't

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Reading

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

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The Magic 8! Clear, Concise, and Complete Parts of Speech Presentation

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This huge 132 slide Powerpoint presentation covers all eight parts of speech and related lessons. For example, pronoun antecedent agreement, good vs. well, and subject verb agreement just to name a few. All terms are presented in a clear and

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English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing

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Chew on This! Pre-reading Activities - Build Curiosity for this Nonfiction Text

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**note...This product is a component of the full unit including the 97 slide digital presentation for $6.00 (a great value). You can find it at my TPT store.If you teach middle school and are looking for a great informational text to help you meet

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English Language Arts, Informational Text

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Common Core Aligned, Engaging Short Story Lesson: "Thank You Ma'am"

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Every once in a while, there's that character who lives in your mind far after reading a story. Mrs. Leuella Bates Washing Jones is that character for me. She demonstrates how one simple act of kindness can make a life-changing difference in

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Short Stories, Reading Strategies

Grades:

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

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Handouts, Independent Work Packet

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

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The Polar Express: Story Analysis with a Cup of Cocoa

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This lesson uses the text The Polar Express to engage students in thinking critically about: personificationmetaphorsimilehyperbolealliterationsymboltheme Students also compare two versions of the text (clips from the movie and picture book). I

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English Language Arts, Short Stories, Close Reading

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

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Handouts, Printables, Lesson

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.7

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"Mother to Son" Poetry Analysis, Citing Evidence to Support an Argument

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21 slide Powerpoint presentation guides students through annotating the popular poem "Mother to Son" by Langston Hughes. It covers devices such as... point of viewmood themedictionextended metaphorsymbolsEach slide is a section of the poem with

Subjects:

Literature, Writing, Poetry

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Lesson

CCSS:

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

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"Owl Moon" Author's Craft, Analysis of Figurative Language, Mood

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Grab a cozy blanket and a warm mug of cocoa because you and your students are about to walk through the night time, snow-covered woods to go on an owling adventure!"Owl Moon" by Jane Yolen is a gorgeous example of writing using figurative language

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Poetry

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CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.L.5

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Chew on This: Informational Reading Skills Practice -Student Reading Guide

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**note...This product is a component of the full unit including the 97 slide digital presentation for $6.00 (a great value). You can find it at my TPT store. If you are looking for resources to help your students informational text skills, then this

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English Language Arts, Reading, Informational Text

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

Types:

Study Guides, Handouts

CCSS:

RI.6.1, RI.6.2, RI.6.3, RI.6.4, RI.6.6, RI.6.8

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"Monkey's Paw" Engaging Short Story Analysis (Mood, Theme, and Foreshadowing)

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This is not only a comprehensive lesson using the classic tale "The Monkey's Paw" by W.W. Jacobs, but it is also a whole lot of fun for middle school students! This story is great to teach around Halloween time!What you get in the student guide:1)

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

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

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CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.7

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Raymond's Run: Learning How to Synthesize using Pear Deck!

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This interactive step by step Pear Deck guide teaches students that the challenging reading skill of synthesis can be a "piece of cake."After reading the short story "Raymond's Run," students will:compare synthesizing to the process of baking a

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English Language Arts

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

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Internet Activities, Lesson

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

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Literary Improv; Scenes from a Hat - Fun, Creative & Collaborative Game

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I had the pleasure of learning how fun, creative, and highly engaging improv is in a middle school ELA classroom when I helped run the Drama Club at my school for a few years. If you are a middle school teacher, you know about the daily drama that

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Drama, Oral Communication

Grades:

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

Types:

Simulations

CCSS:

CCRA.SL.1, CCRA.SL.6

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Love Letter / Thank You Letter to a Book - Thanksgiving or Valentine's Day

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This slide deck driven lesson begins with some background information about Hurricane Katrina, which inspired the story The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore. Students will watch the Academy Award winning short film (link embedded).

Subjects:

English Language Arts

Grades:

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

Types:

Centers

CCSS:

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

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have happily taught middle school for 25 years. My experiences teaching 6th and 8th graders have taught me how important relevant, engaging, and challenging instruction and curriculum must be for this age group. Often times, 6th grade curriculum is overlooked as it sits right in the middle of elementary and high school curriculum. One of my goals is to create quality resources I believe are needed for this particular grade level.

MY TEACHING STYLE

My style? Well, I am always changing. I hardly ever use the same lesson plans from year to year. I usually tweak and develop them to meet the needs of my students. With the new technologies available, I am able to take solid curriculum and add a new level of relevancy and engagement for the students.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

I am a proud to be a National Board Certified Teacher in Early Adolescent English Language Arts for nearly 20 years. I am also a Google Certified Educator.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I am always learning - mostly from my own students!

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English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Specialty, Arts & Music, Drama, ELA Test Prep, Literature, Short Stories, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Poetry, Tools for Common Core, Informational Text, Close Reading