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Capitalization Worksheets Middle Grades Printable and Digital Easel Activity

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5 worksheets on capitalization for middle school students to practice and prepare for ELA state standardized tests. The fifth worksheet is a 2-page capitalization test. General capitalization rules for writing such as capitalizing proper nouns and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, ELA Test Prep

Grades:

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

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Assessment

CCSS:

L.7.2, L.8.2, L.9-10.2, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.2

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The Bike by Gary Soto as a Mentor Text for Writing a Short Story

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

This writing lesson using a mentor text teaches students how to write a short story. Students read the short story The Bike by Gary Soto and analyze how it is written and the elements needed - beginning, middle, end. Using this mentor text, they

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

CCRA.R.2, CCRA.R.3, CCRA.R.5, CCRA.W.3, CCRA.W.4, CCRA.W.10

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Growth Mindset Posters and Digital Writing Prompts Easel Activity

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

Motivate and inspire with these Growth Mindset posters and writing prompts. The Easel Activity included is a great way to start off the school year for back-to-school time. 7 different posters, each in color and black and white, and 1 full color

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Math, For All Subjects

Grades:

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

Types:

Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.W.10

$3.50

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Writing Varied Sentences PowerPoint

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

Teach students to use sentence variety when writing to make their compositions more interesting. Using different sentence lengths, various sentence structures, and switching from formal to informal can add interest and engage the reader.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

W.6.3b, W.6.3c, W.6.4, W.6.5, W.7.1c, W.7.3c, W.7.4, W.7.5, W.8.3c, W.8.4, W.8.5...

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Portmanteau Interactive PowerPoint Activity

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Portmanteau Activity in an interactive PowerPoint. Background information, definition, portmanteaus in literature, and their functions. Students determine the correct portmanteaus from the given words and self-check. May be shown as a slideshow or

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Back to School

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Lesson

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$3.50

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Paraphrasing PowerPoint

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

In this introductory Paraphrasing PowerPoint, students will learn the difference between writing a summary, paraphrasing, using quotations, and the six basic steps to paraphrasing. Includes a practice slide for students to paraphrase, a partner

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, Homeschool

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Lesson

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Positive Affirmations Growth Mindset Posters

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

Motivate and inspire with these Growth Mindset posters. 46 different posters. Boho style. Posters say, "YOU ARE _____." A - Z in alphabetical order. The last five posters add a phrase such as "You are smarter than you believe" or "You are loved

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Back to School, For All Subjects

Grades:

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

Types:

Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.W.10

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$1.75

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Writing Prompts: 48 Quick Write Task Cards & Grammar Skills Practice with Easel

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

Writing Prompts on 48 printable task cards. Quick writes with grammar connections. These writing prompts will help develop good writing skills for expository, narrative and argument writing. The 48 writing prompts also include a grammar

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, Grammar, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

CCSS:

W.6.1, W.6.2, W.6.3, W.6.4, W.6.10, W.7.1, W.7.2, W.7.3, W.7.4, W.7.10, W.8.1...

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Confusing Words Worksheets - Test Prep Print and Digital Easel Activity

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

Practice confusing words and homophones with this worksheet packet that will help prepare students for state standardized tests. They're, There, and Their, Many and Much, Good and Well, and a variety of homophones and homonyms to become familiar

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Test Preparation

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

L.4.1g, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3, CCRA.L.6

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Types of Sentences Anchor Chart - Hand Drawn

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

This is an anchor chart for students and children learning all about the four types of sentences declarative, imperative, interrogative, and exclamatory. It is a fun hand-drawn poster that was created digitally and saved in png format. Great for any

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Handouts, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.2

$2.00

$1.00

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When to Use Capital Letters Anchor Chart - Hand Drawn

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

This is an anchor chart for students and children learning all about when to use capital letters. Capitalization rules simplified. It is a fun hand-drawn poster that was created digitally and saved in png format. Great for any classroom decor in the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Handouts, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.L.2

$2.00

$1.00

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Writing for Different Kinds of Situations - Posters or Slides

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

Writing: How to Write for Different Situations. The slides are short summaries of how to write in different situations - expository writing, persuasive writing, and narrative writing. Students use these guides to help them write in a variety of ways

Subjects:

Writing-Expository, Writing, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

Types:

Handouts, Printables, Posters

$4.00

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Subject and Predicate Anchor Chart - Hand Drawn

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

This is an anchor chart for students and children learning all about identifying subject and predicate in sentences. It is a fun hand-drawn poster that was created digitally and saved in png format. Great for any classroom decor in the elementary

Subjects:

English Language Arts, ELA Test Prep, Writing

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Handouts, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.L.1

$2.00

$1.00

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Author’s Purpose P.I.E. Anchor Chart - Hand Drawn

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

This is an anchor chart for students and children learning all about author’s purpose. Easy as pie! It is a fun hand-drawn poster that was created digitally and saved in png format. Great for any classroom decor in the elementary grades. It is an

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Handouts, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.R.6

$2.00

$1.00

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Hook Your Reader Anchor Chart - Hand Drawn

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

This is an anchor chart for students and children learning all about hooking the reader. It is a fun hand-drawn poster that was created digitally and saved in png format. Great for any classroom decor in the elementary grades. It is an engaging and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, Vocabulary

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Handouts, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.W.3

$2.00

$1.00

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Paragraph Parts Anchor Chart - Hand Drawn

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

This is an anchor chart for students and children learning all about paragraph parts. It is a fun hand-drawn poster that was created digitally and saved in png format. Great for any classroom decor in the elementary grades. It is an engaging and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, Vocabulary

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Handouts, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.W.4

$2.00

$1.00

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Citing Text Evidence Anchor Chart - Hand Drawn

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

This is an anchor chart for students and children learning all about citing text evidence. It is a fun hand-drawn poster that was created digitally and saved in png format. Great for any classroom decor in the elementary grades. It is an engaging

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, Vocabulary

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Handouts, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

CCRA.W.1

$2.00

$1.00

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Dialogue Anchor Chart - Hand Drawn

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

This is an anchor chart for students and children learning all about dialogue. It is a fun hand-drawn poster that was created digitally and saved in png format. Great for any classroom decor in the primary grades. It is an engaging and appealing

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, Vocabulary

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Handouts, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

L.K.1, L.1.1, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$2.00

$1.00

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Contractions Anchor Chart - Hand Drawn

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

This is an anchor chart for students and children learning all about contractions. It is a fun hand-drawn poster that was created digitally and saved in png format. Great for any classroom decor in the primary grades. It is an engaging and appealing

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, Vocabulary

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Handouts, Bulletin Board Ideas, Posters

CCSS:

L.K.1, L.1.1, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.3

$2.00

$1.00

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Book Report Format and Handout

By Fun Reading and Writing Resources

Book report one-pager and handout on how to write a book report. Provides a basic format for middle school students to write a book report for independent reading accountability. Includes four basic requirements (Introduction, Summary, Analysis, and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

CCRA.R.10

$1.25

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

15 years experience in middle school.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Audio-visuals and multi-media should be used to engage students in the classrooms of today.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Volunteer of the Year award for service to the library SPMS, Community service award from the city of Chicago Heights, Three years awarded for volunteer service to the Helping Hands Food Pantry, St. Marys

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Graduated from CHHS Magna cum Laude.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Live with my lovely wife and two wonderful dogs! We love to go to the beach and watch the surf.

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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, Homeschool, Staff, Not Grade Specific

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Numbers, Science, Astronomy, Biology, Earth Sciences, Environment, Social Studies, Arts & Music, Music, Special Education, Career and Technical Education, ELA Test Prep, Life Skills, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, Professional Development, Character Education, Study Skills, Short Stories, Writing, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Autumn, Halloween, Speech Therapy, Winter, Valentine's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month, St. Patrick's Day, Easter, Spring, Earth Day, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, Handwriting, For Administrators, Vocational Education, Test Preparation, End of Year, Phonics, Close Reading, Women's History Month, Classroom Community, Hispanic Heritage Month