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Donnie Thomassen

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History Alive Chapter 6 "Early English Settlements" Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 6 “Early English Settlements.” Other chapter organizers are available,

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History, European History

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5^th

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History Alive Chapter 12 "The Declaration of Independence" Organizer

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This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 12 “The Declaration of Independence.” Other chapter organizers are

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History

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History Alive Chapter 9 "Life in Colonial Williamsburg" Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 9 “Life in Colonial Williamsburg.” Other chapter organizers are

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History

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5^th

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"Camping with the President" Wonders (McGraw-Hill) 5th Grade Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This “Camping with the President” fifth grade Wonders organizer and answer key come from the new McGraw-Hill Wonders series for fifth grade. The organizer’s format includes vocabulary, comprehension, oral expression and listening, close read fluency

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English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

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5^th

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History Alive Chapter 7 "Comparing the Colonies" Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 7 “Comparing the Colonies.” Other chapter organizers are available, and

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History, British History

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History Alive Chapter 11 "To Declare Independence or Not" Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 11 “To Declare Independence or Not.” Other chapter organizers are

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History Alive Chapter 5 "Routes of Exploration to the New World" Organizer

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This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 5 “Routes of Exploration to the New World.” Other chapter organizers

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Student-Led Conference Script Fifth or Sixth Grade

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This Student-Led-Conference script has been utilized by my students in both the fifth and sixth grades. Students are given a wonderful opportunity to begin the conference by reflecting on their behaviors in the areas of responsibility, respect, and

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For All Subject Areas

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"Who Wrote the U.S. Constitution?" Wonders (McGraw-Hill) 5th Grade Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This “Who Wrote the U.S. Constitution?” fifth grade Wonders organizer and answer key come from the new McGraw-Hill Wonders series for fifth grade. The organizer’s format includes vocabulary, comprehension, oral expression and listening, close read

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English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

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History Alive Chapter 3 "Native American Cultural Regions" Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 3 “Native American Cultural Regions.” Other chapter organizers are

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Social Studies - History, Native Americans, U.S. History

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History Alive Chapter 8 "Facing Slavery" Organizer

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This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 8 “Facing Slavery.” Other chapter organizers are available, and I will

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History Alive Chapter 4 Why Europeans Left the New World Organizer

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This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 4 “Why Europeans Left for the New World.” Other chapter organizers are

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Mean Median Mode and Range Word Problems FREE

By Donnie Thomassen

These free mean, median, mode, and range word problems (10 problems in a total of 20 pages with the definition overview and answer key) combine silly names and teacher-created data for the students to work with. Also, the beginning provides a quick

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Math, Statistics

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"Blancaflor" Wonders (McGraw-Hill) 5th Grade Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This “Blancaflor” fifth grade Wonders organizer and answer key come from the new McGraw-Hill Wonders series for fifth grade. The organizer’s format includes vocabulary, comprehension, oral expression and listening, close read fluency practice, and

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading Strategies

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"They Don't Mean It" Wonders (McGraw-Hill) 5th Grade Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This “They Don’t Mean It” fifth grade Wonders organizer and answer key come from the new McGraw-Hill Wonders series for fifth grade. The organizer’s format includes vocabulary, comprehension, oral expression and listening, close read fluency

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading

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"The Boy Who Invented TV" Wonders (McGraw-Hill) 5th Grade Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This “The Boy Who Invented TV” fifth grade Wonders organizer and answer key come from the new McGraw-Hill Wonders series for fifth grade. The organizer’s format includes vocabulary, comprehension, oral expression and listening, close read fluency

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English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies

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History Alive Chapter 19 "The Civil War" Organizer

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This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 19 “The Civil War.” Other chapter organizers are available, and I will

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Social Studies - History, U.S. History

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5^th

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History Alive Chapter 13 "The Revolutionary War" Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This History Alive! America’s Past (published by Teachers’ Curriculum Institute) organizer provides a two-page document that provides questions (and an answer key) for Chapter 13 “The Revolutionary War.” Other chapter organizers are available, and

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"Davy Crockett Saves the World" Wonders (McGraw-Hill) Fifth Grade Organizer

By Donnie Thomassen

This “Davy Crockett Saves the World” fifth grade Wonders organizer and answer key come from the new McGraw-Hill Wonders series for fifth grade. The organizer’s format includes vocabulary, comprehension, oral expression and listening, close read

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading Strategies

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5^th

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Rock Cycle Song (Sung to the tune of Row, Row, Row Your Boat)

By Donnie Thomassen

This song, sung to the tune of "Row, Row, Row Your Boat," is a great way to explain the main phases of the rock cycle. It introduces the three different types of rocks and the process they go through. Combine this with the creation of a rock cycle

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Earth Sciences

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I am currently in my 26th year of teaching and curriculum writing in Colorado Springs, Colorado. I have taught second, sixth, and fifth grade (in that order). At present, I am teaching fifth graders in Colorado Springs School District 11.

MY TEACHING STYLE

I utilize a unique blend of whole group and small group teaching methodologies incorporating numerous styles like McRel and Richard Allington. I enjoy utilzing my own curriculum to enhance any skill and concept being taught. I use short stories, raps, songs, quizzes, organizers, games, and so much more to keep my students engaged.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

1999-2000: Broadmoor Elementary School Teacher of the Year 1994: Outstanding Future Educator Award (University award given to student teachers)

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Bachelor of Arts, English Emphasis: Elementary Education University of Northern Colorado, Greeley, Colorado Graduation Date: Spring 1994 G.P.A.: 3.83/4.00 cum laude Masters in Educational Leadership (Curriculum and Instruction) University of Colorado at Colorado Springs Graduation Date: August 1999

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I have been blessed by working with extraordinary colleagues and students that have shaped my career in dramatic ways. I'm thankful to so many people for my teaching career.

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PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Measurement, Numbers, Order of Operations, Other (Math), Science, Anatomy, Biology, Earth Sciences, Physics, Other (Science), Social Studies, Government, Native Americans, U.S. History, European History, Math Test Prep, British History, Geography, For All Subjects, Literature, Statistics, Character Education, Word Problems, General Science, Physical Science, Short Stories, Writing, Reading Strategies, Holidays/Seasonal, Thanksgiving, Poetry, Mental Math, Decimals, Place Value, Informational Text, Close Reading