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How to Write a Research Paper for Beginners Unit - MLA - Middle and High School

By Selena Smith

Looking for an effective way to teach the research paper from start to finish without pulling your hair out? I get it! Research papers are multi-step and exhausting for both students and teachers. This unit for those of us who need an easier, more

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English Language Arts, Writing

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

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The Hunger Games Creative Reading Guides: Comprehend, Analyze, Synthesize

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These reading guides for The Hunger Games are sure to get your students' attention. They are attractively designed using black and white line art so that students can color them in if they would like. They also come in a printable color version. In

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English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

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The Fall of the House of Usher Unit: Close Read, Vocab, Activities, Test, & More

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Looking for engaging materials for "The Fall of the House of Usher" by Edgar Allan Poe that your students will enjoy and not complain about? This unit will have your students interacting with this difficult Poe text in no time.What's included . . .►

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Vocabulary, Short Stories, Close Reading

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

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Worksheets, Activities, Assessment

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RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.5, RL.11-12.7, RL.11-12.10, RI.11-12.1, RI.11-12.2, RI.11-12.7, W.11-12.2, W.11-12.4, W.11-12.7...

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The Most Dangerous Game Unit - CSI Style, Test, Plus Much More - Digital & Paper

By Selena Smith

“The Most Dangerous Game” by Richard Connell is a high-interest story for middle and high school students, so the activities that accompany it must be appealing as well. This unit contains plenty of activities to engage your students and make them

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Vocabulary, Short Stories, Writing

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

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The Secret Life of Bees Complete Novel Unit: Guides, Quizzes, Activities, & More

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The Secret Life of Bees by Sue Monk Kidd The Secret Life of Bees Chapter QuizzesThe Secret Life of Bees ActivitiesThe Secret Life of Bees Final TestThe Secret Life of Bees Project-Based LearningThe Secret Life of Bees Movie ReviewThe Secret Life of

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English Language Arts, Reading, Writing

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Born a Crime Unit Bundle Trevor Noah: Reading Guides, Activities, Quizzes, Test

By Selena Smith

Born a Crime Unit Bundle comes with everything you need to teach this novel. The activities require students to read, write, talk, think, and create while engaging and challenging them. INCLUDED:Born a Crime Unit Guide - This details suggestions on

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English Language Arts, Literature, Writing

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

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Activities

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The Cask of Amontillado Unit: Hands-on Activities, Vocabulary, Plot, Final Test

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Looking for some new ideas to use in teaching "The Cask of Amontillado" by Edgar Allan Poe? Engage your students in this fantastic, suspenseful short story with this engaging resource that students will love!What's Included . . . ►Step-by-step

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English Language Arts, Literature, Close Reading

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

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Worksheets, Activities, Assessment

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RL.9-10.1, RL.9-10.3, RL.9-10.4, RL.9-10.5, RL.9-10.7, RL.9-10.10, W.9-10.2b, SL.9-10.1, L.9-10.1, L.9-10.2, L.9-10.4...

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Anthem by Ayn Rand Complete Unit - Digital and Paper Bundle

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Anthem by Ayn Rand Complete Unit Bundle have everything you need to teach Anthem in both digital and paper formats. Make sure that your students can access Google products before purchase. ⭐If you want the digital unit only, see here: • Digital

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Vocabulary, Writing, Close Reading

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

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Activities, Assessment, Google Apps

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The Hunger Games Unit Bundle: Guides, Stations, Activities, Quizzes, Game, Test

By Selena Smith

The Hunger Games Bundle includes everything you need to teach this amazing novel! The tasks and activities included will have your students so engaged that they don't even realize how hard they are working! ❤️Did you know that if you buy a bundle

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

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

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Activities, Handouts, Assessment

$35.50

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Native American Literature Unit: Poems, Myths, Non-fiction in Digital & Print

By Selena Smith

Looking to add some fresh activities for Native American literature to your classes' studies? You have come to the right place! Your students will love these beautifully designed slides that will not only capture their attention but also provide

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Writing, Poetry, Close Reading

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

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Cultural Activities

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RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2, RL.11-12.4, RL.11-12.10, RI.11-12.1, RI.11-12.2, RI.11-12.10, W.11-12.3, W.11-12.4, W.11-12.9, W.11-12.10...

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The Devil and Tom Walker by Washington Irving Complete Unit

By Selena Smith

Looking for ready-made unit with fresh activities for "The Devil and Tom Walker" by Washing Irving? This unit is just what you need for stress-free planning and engaging student tasks.This week-long unit includes the following:► Step-by-step,

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English Language Arts, Reading, Vocabulary

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Games

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RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.4, RL.11-12.6, RL.11-12.10, W.11-12.4, SL.11-12.1, SL.11-12.2, L.11-12.4

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How to Write a Research Paper for Beginners APA & MLA Bundle - Middle & High

By Selena Smith

Research Paper Bundle has both my APA and MLA units! Teach the research paper in either or both formats from start to finish! This could also be used to compare the two formats since different teachers prefer different formats.**UPDATED TO 9th

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English Language Arts, Writing, Close Reading

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

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Research, Activities, Lesson

$17.90

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It's Trevor Noah: Born a Crime (Adapted for Young Readers) Complete Unit Bundle

By Selena Smith

INCLUDED:It's Trevor Noah: Born a Crime Unit Guide - This details suggestions on what to do when during this novel so that everything flows smoothly. Be sure to download the bonus file.It's Trevor Noah: Born a Crime Pre-Reading Activity contains

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English Language Arts, Literature, Writing

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

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Activities

$29.50

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Connotation and Denotation Engaging Activities for Middle School and High School

By Selena Smith

The connotation and denotation of a word can be very different. The activities in this plan help students understand the distinction between the two and takes your students' learning further into diction and tone. Remote learning: You may upload

Subjects:

English Language Arts

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

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Activities, Printables, Lesson

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The Crucible Final Test: 2 Versions with Answers Scrambled, Answer Key, Editable

By Selena Smith

Need a hassle-free, print & go final test for The Crucible that you can edit to fit the needs of your students? You have certainly found it here!What's Included . . . ►Variety of questions20 Multiple-choice questions20 True/False questions20

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English Language Arts

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

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Assessment

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The Scarlet Letter Unit - Vocabulary, Reading Guides, Quizzes, Activities, Test

By Selena Smith

Looking for an engaging novel study unit for The Scarlet Letter Unit by Nathaniel Hawthorne? You just found everything you need to teach this novel!What's Included . . . ►Daily Lesson Plans►Common Core Standards aligned for daily tasks►Bell Ringers

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Vocabulary, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Assessment

CCSS:

RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.4, RL.11-12.5, RL.11-12.6, RL.11-12.7, RL.11-12.10, RI.11-12.1, RI.11-12.2, RI.11-12.7, W.11-12.1...

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The Crucible Unit Bundle: Activities, Reading Guides, Quizzes, Test, & More

By Selena Smith

Looking for some fresh ideas to engage, challenge, and immerse your students in the amazing play The Crucible by Arthur Miller? This bundle has everything you need from start to finish! ✨✨✨THE CRUCIBLE ACTIVITIES BUNDLE (Includes 12 Different

Subjects:

English Language Arts

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Assessment

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RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.2, RL.11-12.3, RL.11-12.4, RL.11-12.5, RL.11-12.6, RL.11-12.7, RL.11-12.10, W.11-12.2, W.11-12.4, W.11-12.5...

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American Literature Full Year Curriculum Bundle

By Selena Smith

Looking for thorough, engaging resources for American literature that you and your students will love? Want to make American literature relevant and exciting for today's learners? This bundle has you covered for this entire course! Everything you

Subjects:

Reading, Vocabulary, Literature

Grades:

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

Types:

Unit Plans, Activities, Assessment

$243.10

$135.00

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The Fall of the House of Usher by Edgar Allan Poe Abridged - Print & Digital

By Selena Smith

Looking for an abridged version of "The Fall of the House of Usher" by Edgar Allan Poe that has all the meat of the story without the repetitive and wordy parts? This resource helps struggling readers grasp the story with a much easier-to-understand

Subjects:

Reading, Literature, Short Stories

Grades:

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

Types:

Worksheets, Assessment, Google Apps

CCSS:

RL.11-12.1, RL.11-12.10

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American Literature Full Year Curriculum Plus Writing & More BUNDLE

By Selena Smith

American Literature Full Year or Semester Plus Writing & More BUNDLE lessons are designed for 90 minute blocks for a semester but can be divided for 45-50 minute yearlong classes. See the end of the list of resources for a pacing guide to use

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Critical Thinking, Close Reading

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Assessment, Lesson

$332.68

$185.00

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I am in my 27th year of teaching, and I still love it. I have taught the following: 8th grade Language Arts and Social Studies; 9th and 10th grade standard and honors English; 11th grade standard, honors, and Advanced Placement English Language and Composition English; 12th grade standard English; college American Literature I and II.

MY TEACHING STYLE

My teaching style is hands-on and activity driven. I enjoy inventing different, innovative lessons that surprise my students. Students work in collaborative groups often and develop speaking and teamwork skills. Instruction should be rigorous, challenging, and fun.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

National Board Certification 2003 National Board Re-Certification 2012 Masters in English Education Teacher of the Year at Wayne Early Middle College High School 2008 N.C. Teaching Fellows Scholarship County Writing Plan Committee

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I received my B.S. degree in Secondary English Education from East Carolina University in 1995. I received my MAEd degree from East Carolina University in 2012.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

My husband of 24 years is also a teacher. We have two beautiful daughters who keep us very busy. I am also a speaker/advocate/author for child sexual abuse awareness and prevention.

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PreK, 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, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Science, Social Studies, Government, U.S. History, World History, Arts & Music, Visual Arts, Graphic Arts, Other (Art), Music, Drama, ESL-EFL-ELL, Health, Other (ELA), Life Skills, Religion, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Professional Development, School Counseling, Character Education, Family Consumer Sciences, Study Skills, Problem Solving, Criminal Justice - Law, Short Stories, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Poetry, Black History Month, Tools for Common Core, For All Subjects, Informational Text, Early Intervention, Close Reading, African History