A narrative writing worksheet featuring a beach-themed story starter, a large blank illustration box, and guided writing lines for students to continue their story.

Teacher's guide for the final lesson (Chapters 14–19). Focuses on the theme of legacy, the symbolic meaning of the dated stones, and the resolution of Bud's search for family.

A final assessment and analysis worksheet for the conclusion of Bud, Not Buddy. Focuses on the revelation of Bud's family, his character growth, and the symbolism of his new nickname and saxophone.

Slides for the final section (Chapters 14–19) of Bud, Not Buddy. Explores the resolution of the mystery of the stones, the revelation of Bud's relationship to Herman E. Calloway, and the theme of resilience.

Teacher's guide for Lesson 3 (Chapters 10–13). Provides context on early civil rights organizing, union flyers, and the literary use of irony in Bud's perception of Lefty Lewis.

A worksheet for Chapters 10–13 focusing on Bud's journey with Lefty Lewis. Includes analysis of historical dangers for Black travelers, the mystery of the 'blood box', and the contrast between expectation and reality.

Slides covering Chapters 10–13 of Bud, Not Buddy. Focuses on Bud's meeting with Lefty Lewis, the importance of Pullman Porters, and the first encounter with Herman E. Calloway's band.

Teacher's guide for Lesson 2 (Chapters 5–9). Includes historical context on Hoovervilles, answer keys for the student worksheet, and deep-dive discussion questions.

A student worksheet focusing on the themes of community and setting in Chapters 5–9 of Bud, Not Buddy. Includes analysis of Hooverville, Deza Malone, and the symbolism of the train.

Slides for Chapters 5–9 of Bud, Not Buddy. Focuses on the library as a sanctuary, the reality of Hoovervilles during the Great Depression, and Bud's interaction with Deza Malone.

A comprehensive teacher's guide for the first lesson of the Bud, Not Buddy unit. Includes learning goals, vocabulary, answer keys for the student worksheet, and discussion prompts.

A comprehension and analysis worksheet covering the first four chapters of Bud, Not Buddy. Focuses on character traits, the 'Rules and Things', and the symbolism of Bud's suitcase.

Introduction to Bud, the Great Depression context, and the initial conflict with the Amos family. Includes slides for vocabulary, character analysis, and Bud's 'Rules and Things'.

A teacher answer key for the 'Resistance Log' study guide, providing suggested responses and instructional notes for 'Number the Stars'. Revised to include the missing Question 9 and fixed page-breaking issues.

A historical context handout detailing the German occupation of Denmark, the Danish Resistance, and the real-life events that inspired 'Number the Stars'. Consolidated into two pages with a clean student work area. Revised to fix overflow issues.

A student chapter-by-chapter study guide for 'Number the Stars' featuring vocabulary, comprehension questions, and literary analysis tasks. Revised for better page flow and complete answer areas.

A set of introductory slides for 'Number the Stars', covering historical context (Occupied Denmark), literary devices, and key vocabulary for the opening chapters.

A collection of 10 unique collectible badges for the Swoop Squad Cursive Club, providing one award for every week of the curriculum.

Printable graduation certificates for members of the Swoop Squad Cursive Club, featuring a classic, formal design for induction.

Week 9 practice worksheet for the Swoop Squad Cursive Club, focusing on the remaining complex uppercase letters: S, L, G, U, W, V, Y, Z, X, and Q.

Week 8 practice worksheet for the Swoop Squad Cursive Club, focusing on uppercase letters with undercurve starts: T, F, H, K, M, and N.

Week 7 practice worksheet for the Swoop Squad Cursive Club, focusing on uppercase letters with oval starts: O, C, E, A, D, and G.

Week 6 practice worksheet for the Swoop Squad Cursive Club, focusing on uppercase letters with slant starts: I, J, P, R, and B.

Week 5 practice worksheet for the Swoop Squad Cursive Club, focusing on tricky high connectors o, v, w, and b.

Week 4 practice worksheet for the Swoop Squad Cursive Club, focusing on overcurve letters n, m, v, x, y, and z.

Week 3 practice worksheet for the Swoop Squad Cursive Club, focusing on upper loop letters l, h, k, b, f, and e.