...I am a professional journalist who has written and edited copy for 30 years. I have received numerous local, state and national awards for my work, which is always clean and efficient. I am a stickler for accuracy in spelling, grammar and punctuation, and I rarely miss an error; even when many others have "proofread" something, I will find mistakes. (read more)
...Students use graphic organizers, cartooning and role-playing to improve comprehension and interpretive skills. In addition to phonics and spelling rules, I also emphasize vocabulary development through root words, prefixes, and suffixes. My teaching approach is about helping students become better students even as they learn content. (read more)