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At Presto Plans, we are dedicated to empowering educators in middle and high school ELA by providing high-quality, ready-to-use resources. Our mission is to take the prep work off your plate with engaging lessons, units, assignments, and activities that your students will love!
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Grammar Bell Ringers and Task Cards - Editing Social Media Post Grammar Activity
Grammar Bell Ringers and Task Cards - Editing Social Media Post Grammar Activity: Bring relevant, real-world editing practice into your classroom with this grammar bell ringers activity built around social media posts. Students read realistic posts filled with grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors, then identify and correct the mistakes. The familiar format immediately grabs attention, especially for students who typically disengage during traditional grammar editing exercises. This grammar
7th - 10th
Grammar, Other (Arts), Writing
CCSS
L.7.1
, L.7.2
, L.7.2a
+10
The Outsiders Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key with Definitions
The Outsiders Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key with Definitions: This The Outsiders vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of simply memorizing definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm or revise their
7th - 10th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.7.4
, L.7.4a
, L.7.4c
+10
Also included in: The Outsiders Unit Plan - S.E. Hinton Novel Study Reading Unit
The Giver Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key with Definitions
The Giver Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key with Definitions: This The Giver vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from the novel by Lois Lowry by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Students read carefully selected quotes from the text and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging vocabulary within a structured booklet, then confirm or revise their thinking through guided class review with the included presentatio
7th - 10th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.7.4
, L.7.4a
, L.7.4c
+10
Also included in: The Giver Unit Plan - Lois Lowry Novel Study Reading Unit
Holes Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, & Answer Key Definitions - Louis Sachar
Holes Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, & Answer Key Definitions - Louis Sachar: This Holes vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from Holes by Louis Sachar by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm or revise their thinking th
6th - 9th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.6.4
, L.6.4a
, L.6.4c
+14
Grammar Bell Ringers - Editing Social Media Posts Digital Task Card Activity
Grammar Bell Ringers - Editing Social Media Posts Digital Task Card Activity: Bring relevant, real-world editing practice into your classroom with this grammar bell ringers activity built around social media posts. Students read realistic posts filled with grammar, spelling, and punctuation errors, then identify and correct the mistakes. The familiar format immediately grabs attention, especially for students who typically disengage during traditional grammar editing exercises. This grammar bell
7th - 10th
Grammar, Other (Arts), Writing
CCSS
L.7.1
, L.7.2
, L.7.2a
+10
Hatchet Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key with Definitions
Hatchet Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key with Definitions: This Hatchet vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from Hatchet by Gary Paulsen by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm or revise their thinking thro
6th - 9th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
RL.6.4
, RL.7.4
, RL.8.4
+17
Also included in: Hatchet Unit Plan - Gary Paulsen Novel Study Reading Unit
To Kill a Mockingbird Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, Answer Key Definitions
To Kill a Mockingbird Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, Answer Key Definitions: This To Kill a Mockingbird vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confir
9th - 12th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.9-10.4
, L.9-10.4a
, L.9-10.4c
+6
Percy Jackson and the Olympians The Lightning Thief Vocabulary Booklet & Slides
Percy Jackson and the Olympians The Lightning Thief Vocabulary Booklet & Slides: This Percy Jackson vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm or re
6th - 9th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
RL.6.4
, RL.7.4
, RL.8.4
+17
Wonder Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key with Definitions
Wonder Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key with Definitions: This Wonder vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from Wonder by R.J. Palacio by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm or revise their thinking through
4th - 7th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.4.4
, L.4.4a
, L.4.4c
+12
Also included in: Wonder Unit Plan - R.J Palacio Novel Study Reading Unit
End of the Year Memory Book - Writing Assignment for the End of the Year Digital
End of the Year Digital Memory Book - Writing Assignment for the End of the Year: Celebrate, reflect, and wrap up the school year with this meaningful digital end of the year memory book writing assignment designed for upper elementary and middle school students. This low-prep resource gives students a structured yet personal way to look back on their school year, capturing memories, growth, friendships, and milestones in one keepsake they’ll love revisiting. With thoughtful writing prompts that
4th - 7th
Creative Writing, Other (ELA), Writing
CCSS
W.4.4
, W.5.4
, W.6.4
+2
Freak the Mighty Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key Definitions
Freak the Mighty Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key Definitions: This Freak the Mighty vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from Freak the Mighty by Rodman Philbrick by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm or
5th - 8th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.5.4
, L.5.4a
, L.5.4c
+13
Also included in: Freak the Mighty Unit Plan - Novel Study Reading Unit - Rodman Philbrick
Movie Review Writing - Presentation & Activities Film Review Writing - Digital
Movie Review Writing - Presentation & Activities Film Review Writing - Digital: Help your students master the process of writing a movie review with this comprehensive, easy-to-use, digital lesson designed to guide them through every step of movie review writing. From analyzing characters and film techniques to forming strong opinions and supporting them with evidence, this resource gives students the tools they need to confidently critique any film. With a detailed presentation, clear examples,
8th - 11th
Creative Writing, Writing, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.8.1
, W.8.2a
, W.8.2d
+9
Refugee by Alan Gratz Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key
Refugee by Alan Gratz Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key: This Refugee vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from Refugee by Alan Gratz by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm or revise their thinking through g
6th - 9th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.6.4
, L.6.4a
, L.6.4c
+14
Also included in: Refugee by Alan Gratz Unit Plan - Novel Study Reading Unit
Romeo and Juliet by Shakespeare Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key
Romeo and Juliet by Shakespeare Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key: This Romeo and Juliet vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from Romeo and Juliet by William Shakespeare by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the play and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confir
8th - 10th
Drama, Literature, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.8.4
, L.8.4a
, L.8.4c
+6
Anne Frank The Diary of a Young Girl Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, & Answers
Anne Frank The Diary of a Young Girl Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, & Answers: This Anne Frank vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the diary and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm or
7th - 10th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.7.4
, L.7.4a
, L.7.4c
+10
End of the Year Memory Book - Writing Assignment for the End of the Year
End of the Year Memory Book - Writing Assignment for the End of the Year: Celebrate, reflect, and wrap up the school year with this meaningful end of the year memory book writing assignment designed for upper elementary and middle school students. This low-prep resource gives students a structured yet personal way to look back on their school year, capturing memories, growth, friendships, and milestones in one keepsake they’ll love revisiting. With thoughtful writing prompts that encourage refle
4th - 7th
Creative Writing, Other (ELA), Writing
CCSS
W.4.4
, W.5.4
, W.6.4
+2
Number the Stars Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key Definitions
Number the Stars Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key Definitions: This Number the Stars vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from Number the Stars by Lois Lowry by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm or revise
6th - 9th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
RL.6.4
, RL.7.4
, RL.8.4
+21
Also included in: Number the Stars Unit Plan - Novel Study Reading Unit - Lois Lowry
A Wrinkle in Time Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key Definitions
A Wrinkle in Time Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key Definitions: This A Wrinkle in Time vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm
6th - 9th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
RL.6.4
, RL.7.4
, RL.8.4
+17
Night by Elie Wiesel Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key
Night by Elie Wiesel Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key: This Night vocabulary resource helps students understand unfamiliar words from Night by Elie Wiesel by teaching them how to determine meaning using context clues. Instead of memorizing a list of definitions, students read carefully selected quotes from the memoir and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a structured vocabulary booklet. They then confirm or revise their thinking through guid
8th - 11th
Literature, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.6.4
, L.6.4a
, L.6.4c
+14
Also included in: Night by Elie Wiesel Unit Plan - Novel Study Memoir Reading Unit
The Maze Runner Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key
The Maze Runner Vocabulary Booklet, Presentation, and Answer Key: The Maze Runner vocabulary resource helps students use context clues to figure out the meaning of unfamiliar words as they read James Dashner’s novel. Students read selected quotes from the novel and use surrounding details to infer the meaning of challenging words within a vocabulary booklet, then confirm or revise their definitions through class review with the included presentation. This process encourages students to become mo
6th - 9th
Close Reading, Novel Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
L.6.4
, L.6.4a
, L.6.4c
+14
Also included in: The Maze Runner Unit Plan - James Dashner Novel Study Reading Unit
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About the store
Experience
At Presto Plans, we are dedicated to empowering educators in middle and high school ELA by providing high-quality, ready-to-use resources. Our mission is to take the prep work off your plate with engaging lessons, units, assignments, and activities that your students will love!
Teaching style
We specialize in creating engaging educational resources that blend rigor with fun, proving that learning can be both challenging and engaging. We prioritize making real-world connections and integrate a variety of learning styles into our instruction, activities, and assessment to create lessons that will keep all students engaged.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Graduated with Honors with Distinction | SMART Exemplary Educator Award
My own education history
Presto Plans is a team of teachers, led by Bonnie Hamer who spent a decade in the ELA classroom teaching all the middle and high school grades. She has completed a Bachelor of Arts degree with honors in English Language and Literature and a minor in French Second Language. She also has a Bachelor of Middle and High School Education and a Masters advanced certification in literacy education. She has also received International Baccalaureate Training (English B) and has received multiple trainings in resource and methods (Special Education).
The other dedicated teachers on the Presto Plans team also have extensive educational and classroom experience in English Language Arts.
Additional biographical information
I spent nearly a decade in the classroom teaching English just like you. During that time, most of my free time outside of the classroom was spent developing or searching for resources, planning for my classes, or marking the stacks of paper that continually piled up. I fell into a pattern of sacrificing my own time with my family and friends to work, and I still never quite felt like I was doing enough. It's my mission to help teachers escape this pattern and feel organized, inspired, and fully supported in the classroom. - Bonnie Hamer
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