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I’m Heather! I’ve spent over 34 years teaching upper elementary in Oregon, and along the way, I’ve earned honors like Disney Teacher Award honoree, Intel Innovative Teacher, Microsoft Innovative Teacher and more.
I design teacher tested, project based, independence building lessons that boost student engagement and free you up to confidently manage your classroom or focus on small groups without behavior hassles. Every activity is rigorously scaffolded for success, so even struggling learners thrive.
My resources are ready to use, well designed, and built to save you time. I create what works in real classrooms, so you don’t have to reinvent the wheel.
Plus, it’s all no strings-attached! You’ll never find email pitches or marketing tricks here. Just honest teaching support, with quality and heart.
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Christmas Math Art Common Multiples Math Practice That's Fun
Are you looking for fun Christmas math coloring worksheets that are creative and a great way to review multiples and common multiples during December? Maybe you are looking for no-prep meaningful holiday season themed math lessons to leave for a substitute? These Christmas coloring sheets are disguised as FUN but they're full of thinking about multiplication facts, multiples, and common multiples! Yes, it's all about practicing with multiples! Best yet, students will be ready for your fracti
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Fractions
Printable Valentine Cards from Teacher to Student 36 Unique Valentines
If you are looking for printable Valentines cards from the teacher to students, look no further! This is the LAST set of Valentines for your students you will need to buy and you can be ready in minutes! These Valentines for your students are colorful, fun and you can personalize them using the PowerPoint version included by typing the student name and your name/names. Best yet, you can be ready in minutes without leaving home! These Valentines cards from the teacher to your students inclu
2nd - 5th
For All Subjects
4th Grade Math Dictionary Vocabulary Interactive Notebook YEAR BUNDLE
Give your 4th grade students their own interactive notebook math reference dictionary that they help create. Students add the picture for each definition provided. This Interactive Notebook folded pattern bundled set gives you 280 math vocabulary words and definitions that fourth graders need to know. If you need more, just add your own words with the editable PowerPoint set included. This set Includes all 5 of these 4th Grade Interactive Notebook Math Flap Books:• Operations & Algebraic Thi
4th
Basic Operations, Fractions, Math Test Prep
CCSS
4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
+31
Math Fact Tests for Fluency Timings & Tracking Chart Baseline Assessment Checks
Show student growth with baseline math fact fluency timings with these beginning of the year, mid year, and end of year math fact assessments. 100 basic fact problems are included on each test for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Answer keys are included. Also included are two grade book tracking record sheets in print and use plus there's a fully editable version you can customize in PowerPoint so you can type your student names and scores if you wish. Beginning of
3rd - 6th
Math
Math Key Words Posters (Full & Student Journal Size) for Math Problem Solving
Help students understand the language of math with this MEGA set of 93 pages of math operation posters for your word wall, student math journals and student interactive math notebooks in 12 color choices plus gray and black and white. When students know the meaning of the key words they are able to more deeply understand what operation to use. Math key words are included for: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division and Equals. Wall Poster Size: Full page sized posters (8.5" x 11") ar
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Other (Math)
4th Grade Math Student Data Tracking - 4 pt scale - BUNDLE
Empower your students to take charge of their learning with this data tracking bundle. This 4th grade 4-point scale Common Core math data tracking bundled set includes 5 products and 170 pages of materials for students to track their own mastery of the CCSS-M standards. It's got a folded data tracking booklet, data tracking graphs, data binder covers, self evaluation rating scales, I Can statements for all CCSS math standards and more! >>>This set uses a 4-point rating scale. <<
4th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep
CCSS
4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
+34
Math Reference Helper Sheets for Grades 3-5 Differentiated B&W plus Color
This math reference helper chart a simple tool for students in grades 3-5. It’s also great for newcomers and special education students and helps students be more independent learners. It is differentiated to look similar yet provides different support for learners who need it. Ideas for Use: • in a math center • for students traveling to another math classroom • for use in a math journal • homework folder • during math class when the teacher is busy Topics included on the chart: • Multiplica
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Math Test Prep
Poetry Writing Reference Sheets Grades 3-5 Poetry Vocabulary Terms and More
Teach a poetry unit with confidence when students have their own poetry writing reference tool at their fingertips. The poetry reference sheets are designed to help students become strong, independent writers. Topics include poetry terms, figurative language, poetry forms, how to read a poem, questions to ask during poetry analysis, famous poet list, and much more for grades 3-5. Students will have everything they need to write and analyze poems with these poetry reference chart perfect for A
3rd - 5th
Poetry, Writing
Financial Literacy Anchor Charts - 82 Financial Literacy Posters
Teach the language of financial literacy with this set of 82 financial anchor charts for your word wall and 82 PowerPoint slides. This set helps students learn the language of banking and personal finance. Also included is binder cover and binder spines in 4 sizes for material storage and a table of contents. Posters are full page size and a readable from across the room for a working word wall. DISTANCE LEARNING NOTE: While this is not a Google Classroom product, you have permission to us
6th - 8th
Math, Math Test Prep, Numbers
Personal Spelling Dictionary BUNDLE -5 Dictionaries- Digital & Print Gr. 1-5
This bundle includes 5 dictionaries including digital Google Slides-ready dictionaries PLUS an editable dictionary (bundle bonus) to meet the spelling and writing needs of ALL your grades 1-5 students. The older student version is in printable half sized booklet size and digital is full sheet size. For younger students, theres a half-sheet size is specially formatted to print back to back on only 8 sheets of paper. It folds in half and is stapled. There's also a full page size booklet in
2nd - 5th
Spelling, Writing
CCSS
L.3.2g
, L.4.2d
, L.5.2e
+1
50 States Map Identification Task Cards - Identify the 50 States Task Cards
Help students learn to identify the U.S. states on the U.S. map with this set of all 50 states with task cards! The task cards have a USA map with the state colored in. Students are asked to identify the name of each state using 4 multiple choice answers. All 50 states are included with your purchase and two answer key formats are provided. Task cards are in PDF format and print 4/sheet of 8.5 x 11" paper and come in color and also black and white. DISTANCE LEARNING NOTE: While this is not a G
3rd - 5th
Geography, Social Studies, U.S. History
Patriotic Star Borders -Black and White Star Frames with Close Edges (56 PNGs)
HALF PRICE FOR 24 HOURS! Jazz up your worksheets and page edges with this patriotic set of star black and white close edged borders. These images are great for your President's Day worksheets, U.S. history projects, Independence Day activities, and they make great fancy final copy writing paper sets. There are 14 different designs in different formats. You will get 56 PNG star edged frames in all. Portrait (Tall) Format: 8.5" x 11" size - Transparent Centers, 14 borders - White Centers, 14 bord
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For All Subjects
Daily Dose of Math Vocabulary Slideshows FRACTIONS, MEASUREMENT, GEOMETRY Set 2
Help your 4th graders understand math vocabulary with a daily dose of math vocabulary! Use the PowerPoint slideshows and choose the words to teach for the week. The set also includes word wall math posters plus a student worksheet where students work with the word of the day. Set 2 includes all 4th grade Common Core math vocabulary words for the domains Geometry, Measurement and Data and Fractions. Words are also included to remediate and challenge students. MATERIALS INCLUDED:3 PowerPoint Slide
4th
Fractions, Geometry, Measurement
CCSS
4.MD.A.1
, 4.MD.A.2
, 4.MD.A.3
+23
Back to School Student of Week Recognition Program "You're the Star" Editable
Every child in your class will be the "Star of the Week" with this program and will be recognized and special. This set includes everything needed to run a special student of the week program. Every student in your classroom will each have an entire week to be recognized and special. Each student will fill out an "All About Me" book that he/she will read aloud during their special week. Afterwards, classmates will interview the special person and then will write two sentences and draw a pictur
3rd - 5th
Character Education, English Language Arts
Christmas Math Problem Solving Gift Giving Dilemma 12 Days of Christmas DIGITAL
Use the song, The 12 Days of Christmas, to get students thinking mathematically with this DIGITAL and PRINT set that includes Google Slides (TM) ready introduction plus SMART Board format, Students will watch a YouTube animated video (if desired), then using problem solving skills to figure out how many gifts the were given in all to his true love in the song. It’s not as easy as students think! It's the perfect high interest math lesson great for critical thinking, basic math computation, a
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations
Thank You Teacher and Goodbye Book for Teachers and Student Teachers
Say thank you and goodbye to your student teachers, student interns, long term substitutes, retiring teachers and guest teachers with a memory book they will cherish forever! There are 2 cover choices and 10 student response page choices so you can customize the book for the person you wish to honor and differentiate the assignment for your students and their handwriting or illustrating talents. You can give students a choice of page they would like to complete, or you can have your students co
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts, For All Subjects, Writing
Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf Roald Dahl Poetry Analysis Task Cards
Help students have analyze poetry with Roald Dahl’s poem, “Little Red Riding Hood and the Wolf” with this mini unit and task cards set. This poem is on the 4th/5th grade CCSS ELA Text Exemplar list. Students read the poem and respond to prompts on 12 task cards citing evidence from the text in their foldable booklet that prints using only 3 sheets of paper. This makes a great center activity or class lesson. For teachers, I’ve included a brief summary of the poem, teacher tips and notes, and
4th - 5th
Close Reading, Literature, Poetry
Also included in: Poetry Analysis Task Cards BUNDLE - Analyze 9 Poems on the CCSS-ELA List
4th Grade Memory Book - Tales of a Fourth Grade Someone Memory Book - 1/2 Page
Create custom memory books for special keepsake book of fourth grade memories that students write about the year they’ve spent in your classroom! There's 17 topic pages with lots of choices with and without kid graphics. Each student book prints in half sheet format (paper saving at the end of the year). The 4 cover choices are dated up to 2030. The half sheet size book is designed to save paper at the end of the year. Each sheet of paper will print pages for 2 students. The finishe
4th
For All Subjects, Writing
Math Art - Math Coloring that Reinforces Multiplication and Multiples
Are you looking for a fun and creative way to review multiples and common multiples anytime of the year? Maybe you are looking for meaningful math activities to use that are fun ant not holiday themed? This set not only reinforces multiples, common multiples, but while students are coloring, they are thinking about their multiplication tables. This set is a no-prep easy to use set to leave for a substitute teacher, too! DISTANCE LEARNING NOTE: While this is not a Google Classroom product, yo
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Graphic Arts, Numbers
Fifth Grade Math Journal Prompts (5 prompts per CCSS Standard)
See the preview for 5 FREE prompts from the unit!!! This journal is so much more than a collection of word problems. These journal prompts ask students to defend their answers, list the steps they took to solve the problem, make their own problems, draw pictures, etc. Writing about their math thinking will help students to prepare for standardized testing and show a true understanding of the math concepts rather than just test if the student gets the right answer. This product includes 5 diffe
5th
Basic Operations, Fractions, Math
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About the store
Experience
I’m Heather! I’ve spent over 34 years teaching upper elementary in Oregon, and along the way, I’ve earned honors like Disney Teacher Award honoree, Intel Innovative Teacher, Microsoft Innovative Teacher and more.
I design teacher tested, project based, independence building lessons that boost student engagement and free you up to confidently manage your classroom or focus on small groups without behavior hassles. Every activity is rigorously scaffolded for success, so even struggling learners thrive.
My resources are ready to use, well designed, and built to save you time. I create what works in real classrooms, so you don’t have to reinvent the wheel.
Plus, it’s all no strings-attached! You’ll never find email pitches or marketing tricks here. Just honest teaching support, with quality and heart.
Teaching style
♥ Project based learning gets students excited and actively engaged in their own learning, giving you more time to work one-on-one with students.
♥ If you integrate real-life context with learning, students never have to ask, "When are we ever going to use this?" because they will KNOW.
♥ Teach each child as if s/he is gifted and talented. Students rise to our expectations. Encourage them to soar!
♥ High Expectations + High Standards = High Achievement
Awards & shining teacher moments
★ Disney Teacher Award Honoree, 2006
★ Microsoft's First Worldwide Innovative Leaders Award, 2005
★ Intel Innovative Teacher Award, 2005
★ JASON XV Teacher Argonaut, Panama, Dr. Robert Ballard's Expedition Team, 2004
★ Mount Vernon Teachers Institute Oregon Teacher Recipient, 2010
★ Mount Vernon Lesson Plan of the Year Honor, 2010
★ OnPoint Credit Union Excellence in Education Award, 2011
★ Featured in the book, One-On-One with America's Most Inspiring Teachers, 2011
★ Featured in the book, Teaching with the Internet K-12: New Literacies for New Times, 2004
★ Wal-Mart Teacher of the Year, Redmond, OR 2003
My own education history
• Master of Arts in Teaching, Math Emphasis
• Bachelor of Arts Elementary Education
• Standard Elementary Teaching Certificate
• Mathematics Endorsement through Algebra I
• Reading Endorsement
Additional biographical information
After retiring from teaching 34 years in Oregon, we moved to Vermont and are enjoying the beauty and history of New England. I enjoy our Golden Retriever, boating, traveling, camping, sewing and quilting. I have an Etsy shop where I sell Bunco sets. :)
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