Hi! I’m Brooke
I strive to provide upper elementary and middle school educators with engaging and accessible resources that make learning fun. I am also a published author of two nonfiction books that bring history to life for middle-grade readers.
Experience
I began my teaching career at a high school in Los Angeles. I taught 9th, 10th, and 11th grade English. Two years later, I accepted a position at a middle school in Orange County. Initially, I taught 7th grade world history and 8th grade US history. Eventually, I became the History Department Chairperson. After years of teaching social science, I was given the opportunity to teach language arts and reading to English language learners. Soon, I became our school’s Curriculum Manager and English Language Advisor.
Teaching Style
My passion lies in creating a learning environment where all students can thrive. I believe that educators should have access to captivating resources that can be differentiated, modified, or scaffolded to meet the needs of a diverse group of students. This belief is at the core of my work at Literacy in Focus.
Throughout my teaching career, I have worked to develop research-based materials that integrate cross-curricular content to reinforce reading and writing skills. I am a firm believer in the value of relevant, student-centered lessons that emphasize communication, creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration.
My Books
World History for Kids: 500 Facts
Starting in 4000 BCE and finishing in the modern day, this book makes learning about history fun by breaking it down into facts that are engaging and easy to remember. Since the content aligns with world history curriculum at the middle school level, this book is perfect for kids 10-13 years old.
Home of the Brave: An American History Book for Kids
Discover the stories of extraordinary immigrants who changed America! Home of the Brave: An American History Book for Kids gives young readers an exciting and engaging look into the lives and contributions of incredible individuals throughout United States history.
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