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61 High Interest Low Level Reading ComprehensionPassages Bundle 1

By Two Pencils and a Book

61 Reading Passages with 61 Comprehension Assessments BUNDLE61 High Interest, Low Level reading passage for grades 5-12. These passages are perfect for older struggling readers and are aligned with the middle school and high school standards English

Subjects:

Reading, Ancient History, Basic Reading

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

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Activities, Google Apps, Centers

$11.45

$7.75

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Murder Mystery Activity w/out the Murder Who Poisoned Willy Wonka

By Two Pencils and a Book

Who Poisoned Willy Wonka is an interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking, character analysis and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a mystery involving some of the greatest literary

Subjects:

Reading, Other (Social Studies - History), Critical Thinking

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

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Projects, Activities, Games

CCSS:

RL.5.1, RL.5.2, RL.5.3, RL.7.1, RL.7.3, RL.8.1, RL.8.6, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.3, RL.9-10.5, RL.11-12.1...

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Daily Reading & Writing Warm-Ups/Bell Ringers - 5th-8th Grades: Social Studies

By Two Pencils and a Book

Each of the 56 Daily Warm-Up/Bell Ringer passages is aligned with the Common Core State Standards for ELA and are written for grades 5 to 8 but will also work for high school – as many are U.S. History themed.NOTE: IF YOU PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED MY: 56

Subjects:

Reading, Social Studies - History, Writing

Grades:

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

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Worksheets, Activities, Printables

$4.99

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Classroom Murder Mystery: Murder in Gold Rush Gulch - 3 Games in One

By Two Pencils and a Book

This interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a murder mystery set directly after the California Gold Rush - and on the brink of the Civil War.This

Subjects:

Reading, Other (Social Studies - History), Critical Thinking

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

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Projects, Activities, Games

$4.99

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30 High Interest: Low Level Reading & Comprehension Passages Ancient History

By Two Pencils and a Book

30 High Interest, Low Level reading passage for grades 5-12. These passages are perfect for older struggling readers and are aligned with the middle school and high school standards for ancient history and English Language Arts. The passages are

Subjects:

Reading, Ancient History, Basic Reading

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Printables, Centers

$3.75

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Whodunit? - Who Stole Dracula's Coffin? - A Classroom Mystery Inference Activity

By Two Pencils and a Book

Who Stole Dracula's Coffin? is an interactive classroom activity that promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking, character analysis and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a mystery involving some of the greatest literary

Subjects:

Reading, Other (Social Studies - History), Critical Thinking

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Games

CCSS:

RL.5.1, RL.5.2, RL.5.3, RL.7.1, RL.7.3, RL.8.1, RL.8.6, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.3, RL.9-10.5, RL.11-12.1...

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Murder Mystery Activity - w/out the Murder: Who Poisoned Sherlock Holmes

By Two Pencils and a Book

This interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking, character analysis and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a mystery involving some of the greatest literary characters of all time.This is a

Subjects:

Reading, Other (Social Studies - History), Critical Thinking

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Games

CCSS:

RL.5.1, RL.5.2, RL.5.3, RL.7.1, RL.7.3, RL.8.1, RL.8.6, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.3, RL.9-10.5, RL.11-12.1...

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Classroom Murder Mystery Activity: Frankenstein: Who Killed the House Maid?

By Two Pencils and a Book

This interactive classroom activity promotes collaboration, logic, inference, critical thinking and fun in your classroom. Students work to solve a murder mystery set right after Victor Frankenstein creates his monster. No knowledge of the novel is

Subjects:

Reading, Other (Social Studies - History), Critical Thinking

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Games

CCSS:

RL.7.1, RL.7.3, RL.8.1, RL.8.6, RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.3, RL.9-10.5, RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.5, CCRA.R.1...

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Bundle: 8 Native American Readers Theater with Reading Comprehension and Fluency

By Two Pencils and a Book

Eight readers theater scripts with lead in and follow-up assignments perfect for grades 3-8. The units come complete with reading comprehension and fluency passages and standards-based work. Plus, projects, crafts and engaging classroom

Subjects:

Reading, Social Studies - History, Other (Specialty)

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables, Centers

$16.49

$9.85

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Social Justice in America - 3 Week Unit - Grades 7-12 - Black History Month

By Two Pencils and a Book

3 Week – Social Justice Unit – Standards-Based - See Topics Below23 Daily Warm-Ups with Corresponding Mini-Units Social Studies and Language Arts Over 150 PagesDistance Learning: Detailed 23-day Lesson Plan23 Social Justice Warm-Ups23 Sample Blog

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Reading, Social Studies - History

Grades:

7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Centers

$5.99

Digital Download ZIP (59.53 MB)

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Daily December Warm-Ups/Bell Ringers Christmas, Hanukkah & More

By Two Pencils and a Book

Each of the 21 Daily Warm-Up/Bell Ringer passages is aligned with the Common Core State Standards for ELA and are written for grades 5 to 8. They December holiday themed and include Christmas, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, Dong Zhi, Yule, Zuni Winter

Subjects:

Reading, Social Studies - History, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

$3.99

Digital Download ZIP (11.63 MB)

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A Full Year of Morning Work - 5th Standards-Based - BUNDLE - Bell Ringers

By Two Pencils and a Book

NO Prep Morning Work for Fifth Grade for the entire year. This morning work/ bell-ringer resource perfectly spiral reviews the 5th grade language arts, mathematics, and social studies standards. More than morning work, this resource can be used at

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Math, Other (Social Studies - History)

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

$55.30

$37.52

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Age of Discovery High Interest Low Level Science of Reading History For SPED

By Two Pencils and a Book

Over 40 Reading passages with reading comprehension, fluency and standards-based questions on the AGE OF DISCOVERY. Plus, vocabulary and enrichment lessons plans so this can serve as your entire Age of Exploration textbook. Science of Reading based

Subjects:

Reading, World History, Other (Specialty)

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

$7.50

Digital Download PPTX (97.31 MB)

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UNIT: What is the Purpose of the Preamble? US Constitution Grades 5, 8 & US Hist

By Two Pencils and a Book

UNIT: What is the Purpose of the Preamble Grades 5, 8 and US HistoryThis unit is designed as an introduction to the study of the Constitution. The lesson’s focus on the language of the Preamble provides an opportunity to increase student reading

Subjects:

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

Grades:

5^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Printables

$3.75

Digital Download ZIP (94.70 MB)

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30 High Interest: Low Level Reading Passages - Ancient History: Google Drive

By Two Pencils and a Book

30 Reading Passages with 30 Comprehension Assessments30 High Interest, Low Level reading passage for grades 5-12. These passages are perfect for older struggling readers and are aligned with the middle school and high school standards for ancient

Subjects:

Reading, Ancient History, Basic Reading

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Centers

$3.75

Online Resource
Google Slides™

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Black History Biographies Bundle Teachers Pay Teachers

By Two Pencils and a Book

This Black History Month Bundle contains 4 differentiated, turn-key units that cover ELA and history standards. These are engaging, differentiated student-centered lessons that cover the lives and legacy of important Black figures and events in

Subjects:

Reading, U.S. History, Black History Month

Grades:

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

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, Printables

$19.76

$12.99

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1849 Gold Rush WebQuest - Differentiated for Grades 4-12

By Two Pencils and a Book

1849 California Gold Rush WebQuest - Differentiated for Grades 4-12This high-interest and engaging webquest spans the California Gold Rush of 1849 and works well with readings, book study or as a stand alone, student-centered lesson. Students

Subjects:

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

Grades:

5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Webquests

CCSS:

RI.4.1, RI.4.2, RI.4.3, RI.4.4, RI.4.5, RI.4.6, RI.4.7, RI.4.8, RI.4.9, RI.5.1, RI.5.2...

$3.75

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23 Daily Reading Warm-Ups Social Justice & Discrimination: Standards-Based

By Two Pencils and a Book

Each of these 23 Daily Warm-Up or Bell Ringer passages is aligned with the Common Core State Standards and are written for grades 6 to 12. They contain quick reading comprehension and text structures questions, writing activities, and higher order

Subjects:

Reading, U.S. History, Black History Month

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Lesson

$3.99

Digital Download PDF (2.80 MB)

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California Gold Rush Unit - Differentiated - Complete Unit with Lesson Plans

By Two Pencils and a Book

Comprehensive California Gold Rush Unit - Differentiated for Grades 4-12This high-interest and engaging Unit, with lesson plans, covers the California Gold Rush of 1849 and is completely differentiated. Include are text dependent questions,

Subjects:

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

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Adult Education, Homeschool

Types:

Projects, Activities, Printables

CCSS:

RI.4.1, RI.4.2, RI.4.3, RI.4.4, RI.4.5, RI.4.6, RI.4.7, RI.4.8, RI.4.9, RI.5.1, RI.5.2...

$4.99

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Thanksgiving Unit: Analysis, Reading Comprehension and Fluency: Digital & Print

By Two Pencils and a Book

This Thanksgiving High Interest STUDENT-CENTERED UNIT for High School Students. Lexile Levels 1210L-1400L covers all things Thanksgiving. From the Wampanoag to the Mayflower to turkeys to the true origins of Thanksgiving to What Was the First

Subjects:

Reading, Social Studies - History, Other (Specialty)

Grades:

10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Printables, Independent Work Packet

CCSS:

RI.9-10.1, RI.9-10.2, RI.9-10.3, RI.9-10.4, RI.9-10.5, RI.9-10.6, RI.9-10.9, RI.11-12.1, RI.11-12.2, RI.11-12.3, RI.11-12.4...

$4.50

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Recently un-retired K-12 reading specialist and classroom teacher. 30+ years of classroom experience at multiple levels.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Hands-on differentiated learning, tailored to the individual needs of each student, when possible. I believe that differentiation should not mean "dumbing down," but providing access so that all students can learn. I believe in engaging learners with real world situations and project-based learning.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

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MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Masters of Science in Educational Technology Masters of Science in Psychology

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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, Higher Education, Adult Education, Homeschool, Staff, Not Grade Specific

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English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Algebra, Applied Math, Science, Social Studies, Ancient History, Government, Native Americans, U.S. History, World History, Arts & Music, Graphic Arts, Special Education, Other (Specialty), ELA Test Prep, Other (Social Studies), Other (ELA), Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, School Counseling, Instructional Technology, Physical Science, Short Stories, Writing, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Autumn, Halloween, Presidents' Day, Black History Month, Tools for Common Core, For All Subjects, Informational Text, End of Year, Phonics, Close Reading, Women's History Month