My Story and High School Reading Passages

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How I became a Writer

Long ago, I worked on a memorable writing activity with my kids. I gave my students a partially written story in which they filled in the details. After deciding to complete the activity with them and enjoying it thoroughly, I became a writer.  Five novels, a writing course at The Institute for Children's Literature with April Lurie, and multiple writing conferences later, here I am. I've written many short stories and questions on TpT. 

Although none of my novels have been published, I'm a published author thanks to Paul Revere's Ride on Me, a short story which appeared in AppleSeeds Magazine, which was part of Carus, or the Cricket family. I'm still writing short stories or reading passages.

After writing my stories, mostly nonfiction or historical fiction, I grade level score them according to readability checkers and content. My writing tends to score in the middle to high school range, so here you have it! 

I write all of my stories myself and have NEVER used AI. After time and money spent developing my craft, I take offense to a computer doing what I do. It can't!

High School Reading Passages

Although I've written a plethora of reading passages and grouped them together in bundles, my best seller is my original High School Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions.

Make language arts class fun with these high school reading comprehension passages and questions with answers. This secondary resource contains classroom-ready nonfiction articles, discussion questions, writing prompts, and answer keys to develop your kids’ critical thinking skills. Plus, quick and easy setup and clear directions make these engaging activities perfect for centers or for emergency sub plans for high school English.

Inside this easy use, no prep, bundle, you'll find:

• 52 pages
• 7 Resources
  
• Reading Passages
• Discussion Questions
• Writing Prompts
• Printable Worksheets
• Link to Google Slides
• Easel Worksheets
• Answer Keys

This no prep bundle contains passages about:

• Martin Pistorius

• Alice & Freda

• Horror Movies / Ed Gein

• History of Impeachment

• Drugs and Alcohol

• Accountable Talk Story

• Covid and Teens

Read what teachers, like you, have said about this resource.

Wendy Kurtz

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  This is a very effective resource. So far we worked on the Impeachment articles. They were engaging and sparked deeper looks into further information. I had many opportunities to model active reading. I recommend this resource.

Helen W.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  My students have been fascinated by the passages they've had to read. The questions have always led to very engaging discussions. It's a great resource that I would recommend.

Jennifer D.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  I loved the topics of some of these passages. They were interesting to my high schoolers and encouraged them to participate! 

Jennifer F.

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐  I use this resource with a student that I tutor. He loves these stories and passages. Great questions.

Click here to find this resource on TpT.

Joyce

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