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Reader's Theater for "Too Many Tamales" by Gary Soto

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This is a reader's theater based on the book "Too Many Tamales" by Gary Soto. Incorporating 11 characters, you can choose to do a simple reader's theater or a full blow play in your classroom! Great for teaching problem and solution, as well as

Subjects:

Reading, Drama, Short Stories

Grades:

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

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Activities, Scripts, Literature Circles

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RL.2.3, RL.2.5

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Riding Freedom Teacher Guide

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"Riding Freedom" by Pam Muñoz Ryan is an excellent historical fiction novel that brings to the life the story of Charlotte, a woman who disguised herself as a man to work with horses in a time when women had little opportunity. This teacher guide

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Vocabulary, Literature, Reading Strategies

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Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

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Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH Teacher Guide

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Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH is a Newberry Classic of adventure, intrigue, and truth. What I love as I read is the rats’ eager desire to learn everything possible, the simple devotion and trusting of Mrs. Frisby, and the sense of a bigger world

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Reading, Literature, Reading Strategies

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

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Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

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Bud Not Buddy Novel Study Packet- Vocabulary and Challenge Questions

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"Bud, Not Buddy" is a challenging book, but one that is full of amazing teaching opportunities. This novel study not only guides students through that challenge with vocabulary and higher order thinking questions, but allows them to connect to the

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English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

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5^th, 6^th

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Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

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Deluxe Edition Esperanza Rising Teacher Guide

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This teacher guide is a combination of the Esperanza Rising Teacher Guide and the Esperanza Rising Vocabulary Study and Challenge Questions. Same great content, just put together at a discounted rate! Easy and ready to use immediately in the

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Vocabulary, Literature, Reading Strategies

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Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

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Because of Winn-Dixie Novel Study-Vocabulary and Challenge Questions

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If you are searching for "Because of Winn-Dixie", you are probably like me a year ago, trying to figure out a way to keep my kids accountable for their reading, but at the same time reviewing the skills and vocabulary they need that align with

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English Language Arts, Reading, Literature

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

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Guided Reading Books

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Esperanza Rising Novel Study Packet- Vocabulary and Challenge Questions

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"Esperanza Rising" is a beautifully written story of triumph and hope. With this novel study, students will be guided through Esperanza's journey through vocabulary, higher order thinking questions, and personal connections. This is appropriate for

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English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

5^th, 6^th

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

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Hispanic Heritage Close Reading Passages

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Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated mid-September through Mid-October! Take care of two goals at once by combining reading with reading passages on famous Hispanic Americans! There are 10 close reading passages about Cesar Chavez, Dolores Huerta,

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Other (Social Studies - History), Reading Strategies, Informational Text

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

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Centers

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Riding Freedom Novel Study- Vocabulary and Challenge Questions

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"Riding Freedom" is a beautifully written historical fiction novel, based on historical fact. This novel study guides students through 12 challenging sessions that include vocabulary and challenge questions. Easy to use for both teachers and

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Vocabulary, Literature, Reading Strategies

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3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

$5.00

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Nature of Science Vocabulary Chants

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Chants are an exciting and effective teaching strategy. This Nature of Science pack contains five chants about topics such as the scientific method and safety. Why chants? Chants are embedded with science vocabulary and concepts, crucial to lesson

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Basic Principles, Music

Grades:

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

Types:

Songs, Centers

$5.00

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Bud, Not Buddy Comprehensive Unit and Teacher Guide

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Bud, Not Buddy is a wonderful book with rich storylines and amazing characters. Have your students go in depth with this novel in this Common Core aligned Teacher Guide. Lessons are included for each chapter along with fine arts extensions, research

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Literature, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

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

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

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Esperanza Rising Teacher Guide

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This comprehensive teacher guide includes creative, challenging, and comprehensive activities for each chapter of a beautifully written and inspiring novel. With pre-made student sheets and activity ideas, teachers can easily incorporate this guide

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Vocabulary, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

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

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Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

$15.00

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Plant Unit for Second Grade Correlated to NGSS and WIDA

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With the introduction of the NGSS, this unit about plants correlates completely with the new science standards! Several ELL modifications and strategies are included that are beneficial to all learners. Supplements include a matching game, student

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Biology, Other (Science), General Science

Grades:

2^nd

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Unit Plans, Thematic Unit Plans

$15.00

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Life Science Chants

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Chants are an exciting and effective teaching strategy. This Life Science pack has 7 different chants such as adaptations, photosynthesis, habitats, and biomes. Each one is embedded with science vocabulary and concepts, crucial to lesson content.

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Vocabulary, Science, Biology

Grades:

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

Types:

Songs, Centers

$5.00

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Island of the Blue Dolphins Novel Study- Vocabulary and Challenge Questions

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From the classic children's novel, this "Island of the Blue Dolphins" Novel Study breaks the book down into 12 easy to use sessions for both teachers and students. Heavy emphasis is given to vocabulary and character analusis of Karana as she lives

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Vocabulary, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

N/A

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

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The Indian in the Cupboard Novel Study- Vocabulary and Challenge Questions

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"The Indian in the Cupboard" is an entertaining novel that offers many teachable moments in the realm of character and relationships. Divided into 12 easy to use sessions, this novel study will guide students through the vocabulary, characters, and

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Vocabulary, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles

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World Cup Comprehensive Unit

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The World Cup is an exciting time all over the world, and the kids get caught up in the excitement! To capitalize on that, as well as make the last few weeks of school enjoyable, this unit includes activities to keep the students engaged as well as

Subjects:

World History, Other (ELA), Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Teacher Manuals, Unit Plans, Thematic Unit Plans

$10.00

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$2nd Grade Common Core Interactive Math Journal-ALL STANDARDS$

2nd Grade Common Core Interactive Math Journal-ALL STANDARDS

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With the implementation of the Common Core, the rigor has been raised and standards are higher. More is expected out of our students. This journal addresses these challenges in a very practical and easy to use way. Here are some of the

Subjects:

Basic Operations, Critical Thinking, Word Problems

Grades:

2^nd

Types:

Study Guides, Teacher Manuals

$30.00

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Maniac Magee Teacher Guide and Student Materials

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This teacher guide takes you through 9 sessions of the book "Maniac Magee" by Jerry Spinelli. Complete with a synopsis, lesson motivation, lesson, extension activities, and student pages, this guide is easy to use and gets students analyzing and

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Lesson

$10.00

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Because of Winn-Dixie Teacher Guide

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The loveliness of “Because of Winn-Dixie” as a whole cannot be understated. Set in small town Florida, the book charms the reader with vivid descriptions while tugging on the heartstrings of the reader as they invest into Opal’s story. She is a girl

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Guided Reading Books, Literature Circles, Lesson

$15.00

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Now in my eleventh year of teaching, I am continually amazed at how different every student is and how much I still love it! I am a former fifth grade teacher for about nine years, but have been teaching second grade bilingual for a year at Joliet Public Schools, opening my eyes to a whole new set of children's literature!

MY TEACHING STYLE

Probably the biggest buzzword in education today is differentiation...and my teaching style is just that! My focus (and products) gear towards meeting the needs of very diverse learners and challenging them at their level. Also, as a bilingual teacher, my material is heavily vocabulary based- but most importantly, vocabulary through context. Everything I do through every subject area is meant to teach self-motivation and inspire creativity.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Graduated Summa Cum Laude in Elementary Education

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education and Spanish from Evangel University Working towards Master's in Reading at the University of St. Francis.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I quite obviously LOVE and ADORE children's literature. Resources will continually be put up for different novels that I love- but am always looking for fresh ideas! Please e-mail me with suggestions and great children's books that you have read!