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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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Writing Activity to Help You Get to Know Your Students I Am Poem Print DIGITAL
What better way to get to know your students (and their writing abilities) than with an "I Am" poem writing assignment about themselves? These poems make a GREAT writing project for Open House, Back to School Night, or beginning of year bulletin board and also make a great end of year poetry project! Use the DIGITAL version to get to know your students any time of year during distance learning!Students will write a 3-stanza poem about themselves. The poems help you get to know your new stud
3rd - 6th
Poetry, Writing
Christmas Writing Paper (122 pages of Choices!)
Writing is more fun when it’s written on a special Christmas paper! This set of 122 pages of holiday writing papers are designed for primary and intermediate grades with fun borders and cute graphics. The writing papers are lined and also unlined and come with picture box options. There are different line spacing options of paper to accommodate every student’s handwriting size, plus the primary paper includes the pink dotted midline. Click HERE TO FOLLOW ME to get advance notice of new produ
2nd - 4th
English Language Arts, Writing
Also included in: Christmas Writing Paper and Winter Holiday Themed Writing Papers BUNDLE
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)
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
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
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
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
Scientific Process Posters - Word Wall Posters for Science
These science inquiry process posters remind students of the steps in the science method. There are 5 different scientific process posters in color and also black and white in PDF format. There are 19 pages of PDF materials included. Most of the posters print on full sheets of paper. The biggest size poster is long and uses 4 sheets of paper. The color version has two different title headers from which to choose. There are 2 sizes of mini posters for student interactive notebooks: 2 per shee
3rd - 5th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
Halloween Grammar Set Word Search Puzzles, Noun, Verb, Adjective, Adverb, ABC
Sneak in some grammar practice while students think they're just having fun with this set of Halloween themed grammar puzzles. Students search for common and proper nouns, singular and plural nouns, verbs and adverbs, nouns and adjectives. Then they alphabetize the word lists. There is also a Halloween grammar reference sheet and grammar game. These are great activities to keep students focused on learning during the high energy month of October.
There are 9 worksheets in PDF format and inc
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts, Grammar
Pioneer Fractions Lessons with an Apple Crisp Recipe Fun for Oregon Trail Study
Integrate math and westward expansion studies! Students use fractions to increase a recipe in baking. You will take the apple crisp recipe and increase it so it might feed the entire class and if you choose to actually bake it, directions for baking in a Dutch oven or regular oven are included. Student will compute half the recipe, 1½ times the recipe size, double the recipe, and triple the recipe. This is a super fun math lesson for showing the importance of math and fractions in baking whi
3rd - 5th
Fractions, Math
Multiplication Charts & Blank Times Tables Charts with Patterns Math Reference
Do your students need multiplication charts? This set offers 24 pages of times table chart options in 3 sizes, in 0-12, 1-12, 0-10 and 1-10 options. plus anchor chart with multiplication chart patterns and practice worksheets. Also Included:Times Table Patterns Anchor Charts (0's - 12's), perfect squares, and more3 worksheets + answer keys - students fill in the the missing numbers A recording sheet for students to find patterns Use For:Math journals Homework foldersInteractive notebooksIn math
3rd - 5th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
3.OA.D.9
Poetry Reflection Form
The CCSS Reading Literacy Standards ask students to read and respond to poetry. This poetry reflection form can be used with any poem and addresses five of the reading literacy standards every time you read and reflect on a poem. Grade 3: RL3.1, 3.2, 3.4, 3.6, 3.7 Grade 4: RL4.1, 4.2, 4.4, 4.6, 4.7 Grade 5: RL5.1, 5.2, 5.4, 5.6, 5.7 The standards addressed are color coded by grade level for ease in lesson planning. Also included is a chart of the reading literacy standards in PDF
3rd - 5th
Poetry, Reading Strategies
Schedule Cards and Objective Cards for your Schedule Wall Posters (Editable)
Don’t hand-write your schedule and objectives! Save time! Post your objectives and class schedules in style with these colorful, cute, multi-bordered posters in turquoise/blues. Posters will be easily readable from a distance (font size 72-98). This set can be laminated and posted on a bulletin board or wall. Each set has 2 styles: with or without graphics. The posters are formatted so two posters fit per page landscape style. Also included in this set are matching editable/savable MS Wo
K - 6th
English Language Arts, For All Subjects
Roman Numerals Posters
This is a set of Roman numeral posters for your wall and a set for your student journals. 30 Posters of each style (with and without graphics) in color and also in black and white: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18. 19, 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100, 500, and 1,000. There is also a half-sheet summary poster of numerals for student interactive notebooks or math journals. This set makes a great addition to my Roman Numerals Interactive Notebook Set.Here's the
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
5th Grade Memory Book - Tales of a Fifth Grade Someone (Half Page Size)
This is a fifth grade "Tales of a Fifth Grade Someone" memory book writing project that is sure to be a keepsake. Fifth graders also will reflect upon their elementary school years and write about their feelings, anticipating middle school. This keeps students working at the end of the year. Choose the pages you want for your memory book! This book is half page format to save paper. There are 4 book cover choices, each with dated up to 2030, plus there's also an undated version you can
5th
For All Subjects, Writing
Memory Book 3rd Grade - Third Grade Memory Book (Half Page Size) Kids &Stars
Create custom memory books for special keepsake book of third 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 finished books
3rd
For All Subjects, Writing
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
Valentine Activity - Valentine Container Project Creative Fun Valentine Holders
Students will create a Valentines container and NO CLASS time will be used! This fun activity allows students creativity to use recycled to create something to hold their class Valentines at home. The set includes project directions, student example photos, student self-evaluation handout, party letter, Valentines your students can give their classmates, and Valentines from the teacher. It's your whole party celebration pack! Students love to give and receive valentines from classmates. The Va
1st - 5th
Behavior Stamp Cards A Simple Behavior Program That Helps Improve Behaviors
Are you looking for a positive behavior system that is simple to use, encourages good behavior, and one that you can print or customize to fit the need in your classroom and school? Look no further! These behavior cards are great for use with small groups as well as with individual students in need of some behavior improvement. This set includes the “ready to print” version of the charts titled, "I gave a 'HOOT' today!" but the BEST part of this program is, each point card also comes in an EDI
1st - 5th
For All Subjects
Special Someone Flip Book for Mother's Day and Father's Day to Honor Everyone
Not every child has a mom or dad to honor on Mother's Day and Father's Day. This simple print and use "Someone Special" flip book is a great alternative so every child can honor the special person in their life. It matches my Mother's Day flip book and Father's Day flip book. This flip book is ready for your 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students to add their personal messages to the special person in their life. The flip book will have 6 pages in all and will be stapled across the top. It m
3rd - 5th
For All Subjects, Writing
Also included in: Mothers Day Fathers Day and Special Someone Flip Book Bundle
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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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