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Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

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The Issue of Child Labor: The Labor Behind the Label

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

Looking for a current event? A global issue captured in today's headlines? A way to make a difference through community service? An issue that will inspire and bring out the best in your students? THE ISSUE OF CHILD LABOR: THE LABOR BEHIND THE

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Critical Thinking, Informational Text

Grades:

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

Types:

Internet Activities, Service Learning, Lesson

$14.00

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MYSTERY: Whodunit?

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

Another unit from the GET INTO THE ACT! series, "MYSTERY: Whodunit?" centers on the creation of an original mystery with six suspects. Students design and construct a crime scene, complete with clues, of course. Finally, they stage an

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Gifted and Talented

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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Unit Plans, Scripts

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EXPLORING GENRES: Fantasy and Ballad

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

EXPLORING GENRES~~~~~Take your students on a Journey of Discovery to the World of Language Arts where Literature and Writing reside. As the Navigator-in-Chief, chart the course to any or all of the eight Destinations that meet the needs of your

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Poetry

Grades:

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

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Unit Plans, Homeschool Curricula

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HUMOR: From Puns to Parody

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

"Humor: From Puns to Parody" is one of the most popular units in the GET INTO THE ACT! series and includes both a five-day and a ten-day unit plan.Students play with puns and parodies. Then they create parodies of either a commercial or a sitcom.

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Drama

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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Unit Plans, Activities, Scripts

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El Dia de los Muertos: The Day of the Dead

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

In Mexico during El Dia de los Muertos families remember, honor, and celebrate their loved ones who have died. In this unit students discover the Aztec and Spanish influences on this holiday. They conduct an oral history with a relative. They

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Creative Writing, Visual Arts, Holidays/Seasonal

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

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Projects, Cultural Activities, Lesson

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EXPLORING GENRES: Mystery and Book Trailer

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

EXPLORING GENRES~~~~~~Take your students on a Journey of Discovery through the World of Language Arts where Literature and Writing reside. As the Navigator-in-Chief, chart the course to any or all of the eight Destinations that meet the needs of

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English Language Arts, Visual Arts, Literature

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

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Internet Activities

$4.50

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MYTHOLOGY: From Archetype-Casting to the Epic Tale

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

"MYTHOLOGY: From Archetype-Casting to the Epic Tale," a unit from the GET INTO THE ACT! series, combines creative writing and performing. The unit introduces students to the literary lens of Archetypes (i.e., The Heroine, The Trickster) and to the

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Drama

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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Unit Plans, Scripts, Centers

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EXPLORING GENRES: Science Fiction and Types of Science Fiction

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

EXPLORING GENRES~~~~~Take your students on a Journey of Discovery through the World of Language Arts where Literature and Writing reside. As the Navigator-in-Chief, chart the course to any or all of the eight Destinations that meet the needs of

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English Language Arts, Writing-Expository, Literature

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

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Research, Unit Plans

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EXPLORING GENRES: Historical Fiction and Historical Facts

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

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English Language Arts, Graphic Arts, Literature

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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Research, Internet Activities

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EXPLORING GENRES: Biography and News Story

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

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English Language Arts, Writing, Informational Text

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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EARTH MATTERS: The Challenge of Climate Change

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

Landfills that mimic mountains. Row after row of storage lockers. The Pacific Ocean Garbage Patch. Our planet is in need of healing from a perpetual avalanche of Solid Waste. Kids care. Empower them to make a difference.Think about the 3Rs now 5.

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Environment, Literature, Problem Solving

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6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

Types:

Research, Thematic Unit Plans, Lesson

$12.00

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Play with Pattern and Fractal Fun

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

"Play with Pattern and Fractal Fun" presents the concepts of Pattern and Fractals in fun activities for the young learner. Lessons span subject areas like math, science, art, writing, and dance. Customize the unit, selecting the activities best

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Math, Science, Arts & Music

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

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Activities, Lesson

$9.00

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EXPLORING GENRES: Mythology and Comic Strip

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

EXPLORING GENRES~~~~~~Take your students on a Journey of Discovery to the World of Language Arts where Literature and Writing reside. As the Navigator-in-Chief, chart the course to any or all of the eight Destinations that meet the needs of your

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Visual Arts, Literature

Grades:

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

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EXPLORING GENRES: Nonfiction/Informational Text and Bias

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Informational Text

Grades:

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

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EXPLORING GENRES: Realistic Fiction and Plotline

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

EXPLORING GENRES~~~~~~~Take your students on a Journey of Discovery through the World of Language Arts where Literature and Writing reside. As the Navigator-in-Chief, chart the course to any or all of the eight Destinations that meet the needs of

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Writing

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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CREATIVE WARM-UPS: Surprise Packages

By Pamela Zimba and The KALEIDOSCOPE OF LEARNING

"CREATIVE WARM-UPS: Surprise Packages" introduces the GET INTO THE ACT! series. Through simple tasks students tap into the world of the Imagination. By turning Logic on its head, Creativity (and often Humor) take(s) center stage.The five

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English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Poetry

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Anoka-Hennepin School District #11. Teacher. 1975 – June 2013. Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. Adjunct Professor. 1995 - 1997 (Children’s and Adolescent Literature - Master of Education Program)

MY TEACHING STYLE

Student-centered, multiple learning styles and intelligences. Hands-on, minds-on.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

1990 - THE Ashland Oil GOLDEN APPLE Achiever Award. 1991 - THE Ashland Oil GOLDEN APPLE Achiever Award. 1992 - AC Chamber of Commerce EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION. 2005 - Education Minnesota Human Rights Award. 2007 - TOP (Teacher Outstanding Performance) Award.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

1972 - Bachelor of Science in English from the University of Minnesota--Twin Cities. 1979 - Master of Arts in English Education from the University of Minnesota--Twin Cities. 1980 - An eclectic mix of classes from a variety of institutions -- 60 credits.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Retired after 39 years of teaching experience, author of Get Into the Act!, Bring Books to Life!, founder of Quality Curriculum - an educational press. Child labor activist for two decades, one of 30 initial attendees to first-ever Child Labor Conference at the University of Iowa. Mother of two.