Have your students vote on their favorite texts from the year by using this bracket. After narrowing down the selections, students will be able to choose the top text or thematic unit of the year. This activity also works as a review before finals

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities

$1.50

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Gothic Elements Fill in Chart

By Attic Theory

These charts provide space for students to list examples of typical Gothic elements in Frankenstein and Jane Eyre. I have also provided a chart without a named specific text which students could use to fill out for a movie or other text containing

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Graphic Organizers

$2.00

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It's a Mystery Writing Assignment

By Attic Theory

After reading Agatha Christie or Sherlock Holmes short stories and novels, let your students try their hand at creating their own mysteries for other readers to solve. A fun idea would be to have your students write for the younger students at the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Assessment

$2.00

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All the Light We Cannot See Creative Writing Assessments

By Attic Theory

Allow your students to choose from one of three assessments offered to demonstrate their understanding of the novel All the Light We Cannot See. Students may choose from writing a sonnet, a newscast, or a different ending to Werner's story in the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Assessment

$3.00

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Romantic Era Poetry Webquest

By Attic Theory

Have students listen, read, and look at pictures of original documents of poems and other sites pertaining to the main poets and poetry from the Romantic Era. This web quest serves as an introductory activity to Romanticism and the poets and poetry

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Poetry

Grades:

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

Types:

Webquests

$2.00

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Food Word Search

By Attic Theory

Language Learners will enjoy learning new words through these four word searches about types of foods. I have used these with my own students and know that they are useful and effective in helping students learn the English language. I have also

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Vocabulary, EFL - ESL - ELD

Grades:

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

Types:

Handouts, Centers

$2.00

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Far From the Madding Crowd Movie Guide (2015)

By Attic Theory

Students will be able to follow the story and have a place for taking notes while watching the 2015 version of Thomas Hardy's novel Far from the Madding Crowd. Pausing at certain points to go over the blanks allows students to be more successful in

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Movie Guides

$5.00

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Jane Eyre Movie (2011) Guide

By Attic Theory

Using this movie guide will provide students a way to follow the movie and to fill in quotes from the characters' dialogue which are taken from the novel. It will be helpful to use subtitles while viewing the film in order for the students to see

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Movie Guides

$5.00

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Middle Ages Legend Writing Assignment

By Attic Theory

Students will love writing their own legends about the valiant King Arthur and his noble knights after reading related texts about King Arthur and the knights of the Round Table. This writing assignments allows for students to apply their

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Assessment, Rubrics

$2.00

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The Canterbury Tales Pilgrim Characteristics Chart

By Attic Theory

Students will be able to note characteristics such as the physical appearance and occupation of fourteen of Chaucer's pilgrims preparing "to goon on pilgrymages . . ."Space is also provided on the chart for students to note exact quotes and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Homework, Graphic Organizers

$2.00

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Fahrenheit 451 Quotes for Analysis

By Attic Theory

This resource provides 19 important quotes from the novel Fahrenheit 451 and a structure for students to use to better learn how to analyze quotes from literature. Completing this activity will help students improve their close reading, analytical,

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Writing, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

$2.00

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"I Hear America Singing" Rewrite

By Attic Theory

Students will be able to fill in key words to "rewrite" Walt Whitman's poem which celebrates the various voices in America. Students should choose a location where they will hear multiple peoples' voices and activities to gather details for their

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Poetry

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities

$2.00

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British Poets and Playwrights Project

By Attic Theory

This project works well as an independent project that could be completed in or outside of class. It is designed to enhance the study of British literature by allowing students to choose poems or passages from a major poet or playwright to analyze

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Drama, Poetry

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Projects

$3.00

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Greek Mythology Tests

By Attic Theory

This resource provides five versions of a Greek mythology test which would work well with Edith Hamilton's Mythology book. Each test has one section with requires matching of the Roman and Greek gods and goddesses' names. All tests have essays

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Writing-Essays

Grades:

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

Types:

Assessment

$3.00

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Pride and Prejudice (2005) Movie Guide

By Attic Theory

Students will be able to follow the movie better by having a guide to keep notes and learn names, places, and the plot of the film. The guide has blanks for students to fill in as they watch and a few questions to respond to during and after the

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Movie Guides

$3.00

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Shakespeare and Elizabethan Theater Presentation

By Attic Theory

This presentation assignment allows students to research and then present background information on the greatest playwright of all time. Assignment includes suggested topics and websites for research. A rubric for grading the presentation is also

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Drama

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Assessment

$2.00

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Jane Eyre Test

By Attic Theory

This 50 questions comprehensive test is designed for assessing students after reading and discussing the novel Jane Eyre in its entirety. The test can be answered using a Scantron or students can write their answers on the answer sheet provided. All

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Assessment

$5.00

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Agatha Christie's Dead Man's Folly (2014) Movie Guide with extended activities

By Attic Theory

This movie guide is designed to accompany the David Suchet Poirot version of Dead Man's Folly from 2014. Seven suggestions for extended activities are included with the movie guide. A document with answers to the movie guide is provided for free

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Movie Guides

$5.00

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Fahrenheit 451 Quote Analysis Test

By Attic Theory

Four different tests are provided with this resource. Each test contains 5 significant quotes from the book. A four part answer is required for each quote. A student answer sheet is provided.

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Assessment

$3.00

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Sense and Sensibility Movie (1995) Guide

By Attic Theory

Students will be able to retain more of the story and follow the plot more purposely when using this movie guide along with viewing the 1995 Emma Thompson version of Sense and Sensibility. I have used this guide with my own students to much

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Movie Guides

$5.00

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

18 years teaching Language Arts

MY TEACHING STYLE

Depth through discussion and interesting writing assignments; Curriculum thematically woven together; Facilitator; Researcher and Meanderer; Harkness trained; 4MAT

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Yet to be added

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

BA in English from Baylor University; MEd from Concordia University; Texas Teacher Certification

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

World Traveler; Avid Gardener

GRADES

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

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary, Social Studies, Government, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Vocal Music, Drama, ESL-EFL-ELL, British History, Geography, For All Subjects, Literature, Writing, Writing-Essays, Poetry, Informational Text, Close Reading