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Dystopian Unit Resource Bundle - Dystopia vs. Utopia - Dystopian Literature

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Create or supplement a Dystopian Stories Unit with this diverse, creative, high-interest teaching resource! The bundle of Dystopian literature materials include the following: Cultural Clashes! Utopia vs. Dystopia (Research & Informational

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Short Stories, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Unit Plans, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.8.1, RL.8.10, RL.9-10.1, RL.11-12.1, RI.8.1, RI.9-10.1, RI.11-12.1, W.11-12.1, W.11-12.8, CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.7

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Connotation and Denotation Activities | Author's Tone & Word Choice Activities

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Unleash the power of words with these dynamic connotation and denotation activities! The Connotation Hyperdoc provides an engaging interactive way to present connotation, denotation, word choice, loaded words, neutral words, tone, and mood!There’s

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.10

$5.50

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Dystopian Literature Introduction Short Story Unit Activity - Dystopia Theme

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The Introduction to Dystopian Literature provides the critical lens students need to analyze elements of dystopia! The riveting materials and thought-provoking activities support the analysis of any dystopian short story or novel. The 40 engaging

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Short Stories, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.4, CCRA.R.7, CCRA.R.10

$5.35

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Independent Reading Log Summary Forms Templates Reader's Response Activities

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This resource includes independent reading logs, forms, and digital reading activities. Are you searching for materials to support your middle school ELA or high school English independent reading program? Do you need more structure and reading

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1

$5.00

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Theme: Teaching Theme, Short Story Literary Elements, Elements of Fiction

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Analyze and Infer: Identifying Theme for Google DriveTeach and review the literary element of theme with your students! This teaching resource includes access to an attractive, modern Google Slides presentation about the literary element theme and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.R.2

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British Medieval Literature Projects - King Arthur and Arthurian Legends

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This British Literature resource includes medieval literature activities, King Arthur research, and Sir Gawain and the Green Knight activities and projects. The Medieval Literature Story and Character Word Art project, resources, and activities are

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.R.7

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British Literature Activities Bell Ringers 12th Grade English Resources Lessons

By Teen Tech University

Who says British Literature lessons have to be boring? Breathe life into your British literature course by making modern connections! This creative bundle of bell ringers, writing prompts, British Literature activities, and lessons will engage your

Subjects:

English Language Arts, British History, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Google Apps, Lesson

CCSS:

RL.11-12.10, W.11-12.3d, W.11-12.6

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Reading Choice Boards | Fiction Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Activities

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The Reading Comprehension Choice Boards Bundle provides activities and options for any novel, short story, nonfiction article, or informational text! Choice board options put students in the driver's seat! Life is about making choices. Why not give

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Google Apps

CCSS:

RI.6.1, RI.8.1, RI.9-10.1, RI.11-12.1

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$10.00

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Fairy Tale Elements Presentation Fairytales Unit Activities Fairy Tales Genre

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This resource presents to students the elements of the fairy tale genre and also illustrates how traditional fairy tales have evolved over time from adult entertainment, morality lessons, to children’s literature.Students will use the included

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.R.1, CCRA.R.2

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Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Choice Board Activities - Nonfiction Analysis

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The Nonfiction Reading Comprehension Choice Boards provide you with high-interest options and nonfiction reading activities for any article or informational text! Enhance your informational text unit, offer personalized choice options for

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Informational Text, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RH.6-8.1, RH.9-10.1, RH.11-12.1

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Connotation and Denotation Google Slides Presentation Author's Tone Word Choice

By Teen Tech University

The Connotation and Denotation Google Slides Presentation includes 16 modern, high-interest, and informative Google Slides on denotation and connotation with view and respond questions and an application activity for your students.Use the slides to

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.R.4

$4.25

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Dramatic, Verbal, and Situational Irony Activity - Irony Types Literary Elements

By Teen Tech University

This resource includes an Irony Types Literary Element slides presentation featuring 30 ironic images and three embedded YouTube videos defining verbal, situational, and dramatic irony. After viewing the videos, students will then note on their

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Handouts, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.7.4, RL.8.4, RL.9-10.4, RI.7.4

$3.75

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Digital Note-Taking Templates Notetaking Graphic Organizers - Cornell Notes

By Teen Tech University

Use these digital note-taking templates to provide additional structure while your students take notes! Learning how to effectively take notes using a device is challenging. These note-taking templates will provide the help your students need! Each

Subjects:

English Language Arts, For All Subject Areas, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Google Apps

CCSS:

W.9-10.1c, W.9-10.6, W.9-10.10, W.11-12.1c, W.11-12.6, W.11-12.10

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Edgar Allan Poe Short Story Unit Activity Assessment Project Grades 8-11

By Teen Tech University

This Edgar Allan Poe interactive short story project offers your students a creative assessment by using a great motivating tool – technology! This interactive project is designed to be used with any of Poe’s short stories - including "The Tell-Tale

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Short Stories, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.7.2, RL.8.4, RL.9-10.4, RL.11-12.1

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Summarizing | Summary Writing | Main Idea | Reading Graphic Organizers

By Teen Tech University

This resource includes eight digital graphic organizers that teach students essential reading comprehension skills, identifying the main idea, and summarizing nonfiction and fiction text. The included reading activities, graphic organizers, and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, For All Subject Areas, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Interactive Notebooks, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.W.2

$4.50

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Independent Reading Accountability Project - Book Review Alternative

By Teen Tech University

Are you searching for ways to hold students accountable for independent reading?In this teaching packet, you will be provided with an alternative assessment for class novels or independent reading choices using a great motivating tool – technology!

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Close Reading

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Internet Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.R.2, CCRA.W.6

$4.00

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Indirect Characterization Activity - Writing a Character Traits Analysis Essay

By Teen Tech University

This unique characterization & character traits analysis activity will engage all students - even the most reluctant learners! Students assume the role of medical examiner and dissect a complex character or protagonist using evidence garnered

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing-Essays, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.W.9

$4.50

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Fun Independent Reading Activities Using Technology - Book Report Alternatives

By Teen Tech University

Give your students the choice to select books independently! The two technology rich projects in this bundle will motivate your students to read their books and provide you with a creative way to assess a student's independent reading!Each resource

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Instructional Technology, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Internet Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

CCRA.R.2, CCRA.W.6

$8.00

Digital Download ZIP (3.13 MB)

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Science Fiction Unit - Sci -Fi Short Stories - Elements of Science Fiction Genre

By Teen Tech University

This science fiction short story unit is out of this world! Included are a compelling science fiction introduction and short story units on “There Will Come Soft Rains” by Ray Bradbury, “Robot Dreams,” by Isaac Asimov, and the science fiction

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Short Stories, Close Reading

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, Homeschool

Types:

Unit Plans, Activities, Google Apps

CCSS:

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

$19.53

$15.00

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Elements of Fiction Activities Graphic Organizers - Response to Literature

By Teen Tech University

Teach the elements of fiction with these short story graphic organizers and analysis activities! Use these materials with any fictional text, short story unit, or novel! Included are slides presentation, activities, and graphic organizers for the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Short Stories, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.7.1, RL.7.2, RL.7.3, RL.8.1, RL.8.2, RL.8.6, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.2, RL.9-10.3, RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2...

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Thank you for visiting my store! I am a Nationally Board Certified Educator with 27 years experience in public education. Since I began teaching, I've taught High School English, worked as a middle and high school Media Specialist, and currently serve as my school's Technology Instructional Specialist. I am still as passionate about education today as the day I first started! I enjoy creating high-interest curriculum materials for my teachers and utilizing educational technology to enhance both teaching and student learning!

MY TEACHING STYLE

21st Century Learners: Put students in the driver's seat by teaching with technology!

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

2002 - National Board Certified Teacher in Young Adult and Adolescent Literature 2012 - National Board Certification Renewal

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

1995 - Erskine College, Valedictorian, Summa Cum Laude BA English, minor secondary education 2004- MA+30 in Library and Information Science from University of South Carolina Teaching Certification - Secondary English Teaching Certification - Library Media Specialist National Board Certification

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Reading and educational technology are my passions! I love teaching students and conducting workshops for educators about the latest tech apps/tools and showing teachers how they can utilize technology in order to motivate and reinforce student learning.

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool, Not Grade Specific

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Vocabulary, Specialty, Science, Other (Science), Social Studies, Civics, Government, U.S. History, European History, World History, World Languages, Spanish, Arts & Music, Computer Science, Drama, ESL-EFL-ELL, Career and Technical Education, ELA Test Prep, British History, Geography, Other (Social Studies), Other (ELA), Life Skills, For All Subjects, Literature, Business, Psychology, Economics , Character Education, Family Consumer Sciences, Instructional Technology, Library Skills, Criminal Justice - Law, Short Stories, Writing, Robotics, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Halloween, The New Year, Dance, Valentine's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month, St. Patrick's Day, Spring, Tools for Common Core, For All Subjects, Informational Text, Vocational Education, Test Preparation, End of Year, Close Reading, African History, Classroom Community, Hispanic Heritage Month, Social Emotional Learning