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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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50 States Report Project that's Fun for Interactive Learning
Engage Students in Fun State ResearchDive into a hands-on learning experience with this comprehensive 50 States Research Project! In this dynamic activity, students become the tourism directors of their chosen state, conducting engaging research and crafting compelling presentations to entice others to visit. At the exciting “Passport to the USA” celebration, students showcase their findings, collect unique state stamps, and build their own keepsake Passport books, making learning interactive an
3rd - 6th
English Language Arts, U.S. History, Writing
Social Studies Reference Sheets USA Edition Gr 3-5 Print & Digital Helper Charts
This is a handy set of social studies reference pages ready to print and glue onto a file folder to make a 4-page reference tool for students in grades 3-5. Both DIGITAL PowerPoint and ready to print and use PDF versions are included. UPDATE: President list is updated to include Donald J. Trump for 2025.Ideas for Use:Great for homework reference chartsUse for distance learningMake individual student helper chart folders just for 3-5 gradersPlace in binders or journals - laminate for extra du
3rd - 5th
Social Studies, U.S. History
Quilt Block Fractions Math Activity Great for Oregon Trail Studies and Symmetry
This set has 13 different quilt block fractions worksheets. These math coloring worksheets are hands-on, use manipulatives, and also come in SMART Board interactive format. A SMART Board is NOT needed to use the lessons but is sure is more exciting for students if you're lucky to have one! Students use critical thinking skills to design and color symmetrical quilt blocks that have the correct fraction of the quilt block covered. There are 13 different worksheets with different quilt bloc
4th - 5th
Fractions, U.S. History
Torn Edge Writing Paper - Pioneer & Old Fashioned Looking Writing Paper 42 pages
Make student writing projects special with torn edge writing paper. This paper is perfect for your colonial studies and Oregon Trail or pioneer projects. The paper is formatted in 3 sizes with 2 border choices: Tall paper format - 8.5" x 11" paperWide paper format - 11" x 8.5" Square book format paper - 8.5" x 8.5" paper. This is a fun option instead of the traditional paper size. It makes a square book.Other options include lined and unlined, and with space for pictures. There are three
3rd - 5th
Other (Social Studies), U.S. History, Writing
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
Old Fashioned Writing Papers and Frames for Projects and Writing
This is a great set of 10 old fashioned looking borders or frames that you can use for your history or social studies themed products. These are PNG images and work great for worksheet edges. There are 10 PNG images in 8.5" x 11" paper size: 4 scroll frames (one left facing, one right racing with and without page numbers ) 2 oval photo frames (one tall, one wide - great for drawing portraits) 4 Old fashioned hornbook frames (one color, two Black & White, one gray) 2 torn edge frames (rec
4th - 7th
English Language Arts, Social Studies, U.S. History
ABCs of the Oregon Trail - Group or Individual Oregon Trail ABC Book Project
This is a fun ABC's of the Oregon Trail book writing project that allows students to show what they have learned about the Oregon Trail and life along the trail. Students will keep track of words that they have learned as you teach about the Oregon Trail, westward movement and pioneer life. Students will create a keepsake book of your Oregon Trail and Westward Movement studies with this fun group or individual project. For a group project, student teams decide who takes responsibility for ABC
3rd - 5th
Balanced Literacy, U.S. History, Writing
Mount Vernon Real Photo Slideshow and Tour George Washington's Estate
Visit Mount Vernon, home of George Washington, virtually with this 50-slide PowerPoint slideshow of Mount Vernon and the estate grounds. You get a great overview of the entire estate grounds and some of the exhibits in the museum. I also created a set of PDF posters that can be printed for your wall or used to project the images on a screen if you don't have access to PowerPoint. The presentation is suitable for all grade levels and all ages. For anyone who has never visited the estate in pe
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Social Studies, U.S. History
Scroll Writing Paper with & without Graphics-BUNDLE of 2 products (130 papers)
Students write more eagerly when they get to choose their own paper and this set has paper for every writer's needs! This set of 2 products has scroll borders. The scroll paper set has graphics and the scroll set has no graphics. These are perfect for all of your America and U.S. History projects plus these make great letter papers for special occasions. The paper comes in a variety of line spacing options including primary (with dotted mid-line), and a range of narrow to wider line spacing.
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Social Studies, U.S. History, Writing
50 States Task Card BUNDLE Name the States, State ID & State Capitals 3 Products
Use task cards to help students learn the 50 state names and shapes of the 50 states and the state capitals. This bundle includes 3 products priced to save money! See the individual product files to see everything included in this fun bundled set. Each set comes with a student recording sheet and answer keys plus reference helpers. 114 pages of PDF materials DISTANCE LEARNING NOTE: While this is not a Google Classroom product, you have permission to use this product as a digital product with
3rd - 5th
Geography, Social Studies, U.S. History
Scroll Writing Paper Set with a Scroll Border for History Projects (65 papers)
Make your history journals or writing projects more fun with this variety set of writing paper with 65 different options. There's primary and older student line spacing, and pages with space for pictures, and without. Each sheet of writing paper has a graphic. There's also a blank page. Tip: Give students a choice of their final copy writing paper for more enthusiasm and eagerness. This is a PDF set of blackline set of writing papers that students students will personalize by coloring.
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Social Studies, U.S. History, Writing
Name the 50 State Capitals Task Cards
Help students learn the capitals of all 50 states with task cards with this fun set. Cards have a picture of the state with a star marking the capital. Students are asked to identify the capital of each state using 4 multiple choice answers. All 50 states are included with your purchase. Task cards come in both color and black and white in PDF format. Task cards print 4/sheet of 8.5 x 11" paper. Included Materials: PDF format • 50 state capital task cards and 1 reference task card of a map of t
3rd - 5th
Geography, Social Studies, U.S. History
50 States Task Cards & Helper USA Reference Map Set
Help students learn the learn the names of the 50 states using task cards. The state is out of context from the map, making it more of a challenge for students. Students are asked to identify the name of the using 4 multiple choice answers. Task cards for all 50 states are included as well as recording sheets, answer keys in 2 formats and a reference helper booklet. Included Materials: PDF format 50 interactive digital task cards in both color and B&W. Task cards print 4/sheet of 8.5x11" pape
3rd - 5th
Geography, Social Studies, U.S. History
Mount Vernon Gardens PowerPoint Slideshow & Posters George Washington's Gardens
See George and Martha Washington's Mount Vernon gardens with this slideshow and wall poster set. If you can't visit Mount Vernon, this is a nice way to see it. This 27-slide slideshow focuses on the four types of gardens on the Mount Vernon estate. > > Watch the video preview to see each slide < < Also included is a printable PDF poster format of each slide for your bulletin board display. All photos were taken by me when I attended the Mount Vernon Teacher Institute. This pr
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Social Studies, U.S. History
American Flag Clip Art - 6 USA Flag Images for Commercial or Personal Use
NEW PRODUCT 50% Off for 24 hours! Add some American flag clip art to your U.S. history, Presidents' Day, and July 4th Independence Day products with these U.S. flags and other patriotic images. This is the "Americana" color set. You might like my bright red USA Flag Set. 6 PNG USA Flag Images in Color Included: USA flagUSA flags on flag poleUSA flag heart imageUSA flag heart image with white centerUSA flag star imageWord image: "I love the USA"Feel free to use these images in your commercial
5th - 7th
For All Subjects, U.S. History
Clip Art American Flags - 6 USA Flag Images for Commercial or Personal Use
NEW PRODUCT 50% Off for 24 Hours! Add some American Flag clip art to your U.S. history, states projects, Presidents' Day, and July 4th Independence Day products with these American flags and other patriotic images. 6 PNG Images Included:USA flagUSA flags on flag poleUSA flag heart imageUSA flag heart image with white centerUSA flag star imageWord image: "I love the USA"Feel free to use these images in your commercial products or in products for yourself. Please see the Terms of Use for specifi
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For All Subjects, U.S. History
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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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Blog: http://mrsrenz.com
Previous Blog: http://mrsrenzclass.blogspot.com
Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/MrsRenzDesigns
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