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Nicole Shelby
United States - Kentucky - Benton
Nicole Shelby
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Of all of my units, I think I am MOST proud of this one! As I have been teaching the common core standards for 4th grade this year, I noticed th...
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Our district adopted the new Common Core Standards during the 2011-12 school year. We have gone through the process of unpacking them and we are...
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This writing unit provide you with the tools you need for writing fractured fairy tales with your students. This unit not only helps students le...
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I have made another Greek Mythology unit! This one ties perfectly with the other Greek Mythology unit I have in my store already. Why did I c...
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One of my favorite books to read during the month of December is The Best Christmas Pageant Ever by Barbara Robinson. You will find that this un...
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This activity packet includes the following reading strategies: connecting prior knowledge, visualization, making connections, comprehension, flu...
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This packet is designed to be a supplement to your George Washington's Socks unit. It contains response sheets that are perfect for literature c...
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In this packet you will find graphic organizers and stationery for an opinion writing activity that addresses the ELA Common Core Standards for w...
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This packet contains activities for teaching animal classification for vertebrates. Activity Packet Includes: - Directions for Teachers ...
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lennaballs re: Famous Americans-U.S. History
I read lots of the comments and they seem to be more elementary driven. Is this appropriate/challenging for an 8th grade class?
May 20, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Lenna,

I appreciate your question and asking before purchasing. Most of my products are geared toward 2nd-5th grade depending on the activity. I probably would not recommend this for a regular 8th grade class. If you are teaching students with special needs, this would challenging enough. Otherwise, I am not sure this would be the best purchase for you.

Thanks again for your question. Please let me know if there is anything else I can do to help.

~Nicole
May 20, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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linshetz re: Greek Mythology Unit Based on Common Core Standards
I downloaded this recently and cannot access the unit. I cannot export nor duplicate it, nor can I open it. What should I do?
May 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
It is a zipfile, so try right clicking on the file and click extract files. It should open for you with no troubles. Beyond this, I really don't have anymore advice for you because I am not sure what exporting and duplicating the file means. If you need further assistance, please contact TpT technical support. They will be able to help you better than I.

Thanks so much!
Nicole
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kellyweekes re: 45 Reading Response Sheets for Common Core Standards
Any way you can provide a preview?
Thanks!
May 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Kelly,

Maybe sometime in the near future, but we are in our last week of school and things are super hectic. I know I won't get to it until after school is out for sure. Thanks for your interest in my product.

Nicole
May 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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teachershoes re: 43 Old Cemetery Road: Dying To Meet You Book Unit
What is the name of the book that you use? Is it too hard for grade 1 and 2? Do yo have answers and rubrics included in this package?
May 6, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi There,

I hope that I can address your question adequately. 43 Old Cemetery Road is a 3rd-5th grade level chapter book and I would not recommend it for student in the primary grades. The text is too difficult. The packet includes graphic organizers and activities to go along with the book. There are answers for pages that require specific answers, but the packet is designed to be open and there could be multiple answers. There is no rubrics included. I hope this helps.

Thanks,
Nicole
May 6, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

SLPrunner
SLPrunner  (TpT Seller)
Nichole, I am interested in using your build-a-burger clip art for a freebie language memory game. Is this something you would consider? Thanks, Jen Moses
April 29, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Jen,

I don't know that I fully understand your question, but here is how I am interpreting it....you are wanting to create a memory game and use my build-a-burger game in your file??? If that is the case, you are more than welcome to include a link to my store/game in your freebie, but I would not be comfortable with you "recreating" my game and claim it as your own. Is this what you were asking? If I have misunderstood your question, please let me know.

Thanks so much,
Nicole
April 29, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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aprilshumway re: Greek Mythology Unit Based on Common Core Standards
I can get these to open. When I print, the first few pages are fine, but then the rest are super enlarged images of the corner border. I have read through all the comments and tried everything! Please Help!
April 19, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
April,

I am SO sorry you are having issues. I feel terrible because I really don't know what to tell you on this. I do know that Adobe recently did an update and maybe you need to update your Adobe Reader. Other than that, if you have tried all of the things I have suggested, I think it would be best if you contacted TpT for technical support. I have opened and printed the file with no trouble, so it has to be some kind of technical issue and to be honest, I am not sure how to fix it.

TpT does offer the option of getting the file emailed directly to you. If you click on the My Purchases page, there is a red "downloading difficulties" option on the right side of the screen. You can click on that it will give you the option to have files emailed to you.

I am sorry that I haven't been much help, but if you have done all of the suggestions I have made, it is a problem that I don't know how to correct.

Again, I do apologize!
~Nicole
April 19, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

havefunteaching
havefunteaching  (TpT Seller)
Hey there,

I saw that you had an amazing 4th Grade Blog and just wanted to see if you're interested in getting a free copy of the 4th Grade Common Core Workbook!

Check out the details here:

http://corecommonstandards.com/blog/free-giveaway-fourth-grade-common-core-workbook-download/
April 18, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Thanks for the information! I will check it out! :)
April 18, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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rehicks re: Rockin' Sound: Science Mini-Unit
Do you have a unit on parts of the ear and/or vocal cords for teaching second grade sound? I am very interesting in purchasing one if you do! :)
April 15, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
No, I do not. Those particular concepts are not in my science standards. Thanks so much for checking.

~Nicole
April 15, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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merz re: I Love Reading-My Favorite Book Opinion Writing Activity
Hi! I purchased your favorite book opinion writing activity. As I am printing the pages out, the text/images do not all fit on the page. What should I do?
April 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
This is easy to fix. :)
1) Open the PDF file with Adobe Reader

2) Click 'print'

3) Click on 'advanced'

4) Check the 'print as image' box.

Thanks so much!

~Nicole
April 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Andrea Lindquist  (TpT Seller) re: The Lemonade War Novel Study
Nicole,

Do you have any other Novel Study Packets for 4th grade books? My class really enjoyed the Lemonade War.
Andrea Lindquist
April 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Andrea,

I am so glad to hear that The Lemonade War novel unit was a success in your students. Right now, I have one for 43 Old Cemetery Road, Who is Stealing the 12 Days of Christmas, and The Best Christmas Pageant Ever in my store. I am in the process of developing more units. If you have any suggestions for book sets that you already have in your classroom, I would love to hear them. If you have so specific titles in mind, please email me at nicoleshelby@hotmail.com.

Thanks so much!
~Nicole
April 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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moochycat re: The Lemonade War Novel Study
I bought and downloaded this unit but have found several pages are blurry and the boxes and text are not arranged correctly on the page. Thank you for any help.
April 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hello, and thank you for your purchase! I'm so sorry to hear you're having trouble printing. It does happen occasionally for some reason. Here are some suggestions for this type of issue. First, make sure you have the most current version of Adobe Reader (not preview), especially if you have a Mac. Some information about blurry pages is on your "My Purchases" page of TpT. If that doesn't work, try this advice from TpT Tech Support:

1) Open the PDF file with Adobe Reader

2) Click 'print'

3) Click on 'advanced'

4) Check the 'print as image' box, and this should cover all potential issues.

Also, my friend, Jamie Rector just wrote a blog post for this very issue. Here is the link for other options as well. http://2ndgradestuff.blogspot.com/2013/04/help-i-cant-save-or-print-my-tpt-file.html

If that still doesn't work, email me at nicoleshelby@hotmail.com and we will see if there is another way to get it to you! Thanks so much.

Thanks,
Nicole
April 14, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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cshutiva re: 45 Reading Response Sheets for Common Core Standards
our school has just started unwrapping the ccss. do you have the fifth grade ccss unwrapped for sale so i don't have to do it.
April 12, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Unfortunately, I do not, but I will tell you that the 5th grade teachers at my school use this pack of graphic organizers. Thank you so much for asking.

~Nicole
April 12, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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sunshine9 re: 45 Reading Response Sheets for Common Core Standards
Nicole, I absolutely love the your product! However, from the time of purchase I am unable to print it. I would really like to use it. Thank you.
April 9, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hello, and thank you for your purchase! I'm so sorry to hear you're having trouble printing. It does happen occasionally for some reason. Here are some suggestions for this type of issue. First, make sure you have the most current version of Adobe Reader (not preview). If that doesn't work, try this advice from TpT Tech Support:

1) Open the PDF file with Adobe Reader

2) Click 'print'

3) Click on 'advanced'

4) Check the 'print as image' box, and this should cover all potential issues.

Also, my friend, Jamie Rector just wrote a blog post for this very issue. Here is the link for other options as well. http://2ndgradestuff.blogspot.com/2013/04/help-i-cant-save-or-print-my-tpt-file.html

If that still doesn't work, email me at nicoleshelby@hotmail.com and we will see if there is another way to get it to you! Thanks so much.

Thanks,
Nicole
April 9, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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ritagearhart re: Greek Mythology Stories and Activities (aligned with CCSS)
Is this version different from the previous version you created?
April 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Yes it is. This unit contains actual kid-friendly versions of eleven myths and has additional activities to go along with them. I use my previous unit and this one together.

Thanks,
Nicole
April 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

The LibraryFox
The LibraryFox  (TpT Seller) re: Modal Auxiliary Activities (aligned with CCSS)
Who did your fabulous clip art? Lol... Love you! :-)
April 7, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Some lady named The LibraryFox. You should check out her store! She's the one that makes my files look fabulous! :)

Love you, too!
Nicole
April 7, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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rothjr3 re: Science ABC Review Book Activity
Do you have a list of the terms? I feel like it's a mixture of fifth and fourth grade GA standards. If that's the case, I could likely use it.
April 7, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Well, your question is kind of difficult to answer as the activities are not necessarily a list of vocabulary words. It is a project in which the students demonstrate they understand concepts. Yes, there would be some vocabulary with like food chains (producer, consumer, decomposer), but it's mostly about the concepts. All of the concepts that are covered in this ABC book are given in the description.

Please email me at nicoleshelby@hotmail.com if you have any other questions.

Thanks,
Nicole
April 7, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Jessica McKeever  (TpT Seller) re: Greek Mythology Stories and Activities (aligned with CCSS)
Hi! I just have to say I love so many of your products. I have purchased several already. I teach 4th grade and am currently doing your original Mythology Unit with my students. I started last week and plan to conclude the unit this Friday. So far they love it! I was so excited to see this new Mythology addition to your store. I plan to purchase it, but wanted to first make you aware of a small error I noticed as I was reviewing the sample pictures. It seems in the King Midas story that it says "when he suddenly he had a brilliant idea." I think one of the "hes" needs to be removed. I love that you have rewritten the myths in kid-friendly versions. I have noticed so many of them are not completely appropriate for fourth graders, even the stories in your favorite book that you suggested. I had to hunt that book down on Amazon! Lol! I look forward to combining this unit with the other one. There seems to be so many great new additions. Thanks again for all you do!
April 6, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Thank you so much for your kind words and I greatly appreciate you letting me know about the error. My proofers are fired! LOL! I have corrected the "he" issue. :) The problems you mentioned are exactly why I decided to make "student friendly" myths. I wanted to cringe every time we read something about someone being drunk or Zeus and all his many women. Those topics are just not appropriate for 4th graders.

I wish you continued success with your Greek Mythology unit. It's definitely my favorite unit to teach.

Thanks again,
Nicole
April 6, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Sharon Sheffield  (TpT Seller)
Hello,
I purchased you Greek Mythology Stories and Activities (aligned with CCSS) and I totally love it!! However, it seems Hercules is spelled wrong throughout the document (in the document it is spelled Hercales instead of Hercules.)
Thanks, Sharon
April 5, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Sharon,

Thank you so much for your purchase. I am glad you like the unit. The spelling Hercules is actually the Roman mythology spelling for his name. In Greek Mythology, his name was spelled Heracles. I hope this clarifies why my version of the story is spelled the way it is.

Thanks so much for your question!
Nicole
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rothjr3 re: Science ABC Review Book Activity
Would I be able to change some of the words so that they go with my fifth grade standards?
April 5, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi there,

Thank you so much for your interest in my product, but this file is not editable. Thanks for checking before purchasing. :)

~Nicole
April 5, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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GAILPECK re: Greek Mythology Unit Based on Common Core Standards
Hello Nicole, I am unable to open the files I just purchased using the unzipping file. Is there another way to open these gems? I know I am going to love the materials and I can't wait to make my plans using the Mythology unit and Forces and Motion. I think I purchased 3 unzipping files. I have a new MacAir and thought this wouldn't be a problem. I have great success with pdf files.
Thanks ahead of time.
Gail
April 4, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Gail,

My friend, Ashley Hughes has a wonderful tutorial on her blog about this. Here is the link:
http://www.theschoolsupplyaddict.com/1/post/2012/11/technology-tuesday-6.html

The Greek Mythology unit is a zipped file, but the Forces and Motion one is not. I hope this helps you. If not, contact me at nicoleshelby@hotmail.com and I will try to get the unit to you that way.

Thanks for your purchase!
Nicole
April 4, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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rachael hymel  (TpT Seller) re: Bright Ideas for Teaching Electricity
I am having problems printing? I can print every document I purchase except this one....
April 1, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hello, and thank you for your purchase! I'm so sorry to hear you're having trouble printing. First, make sure you have the most current version of Adobe Reader (not preview). If that doesn't work, try this advice from TpT Tech Support:

1) Open the PDF file with Adobe Reader

2) Click 'print'

3) Click on 'advanced'

4) Check the 'print as image' box, and this should cover all potential issues.

If that still doesn't work, email me at nicoleshelby@hotmail.com and we will see if there is another way to get it to you! Thanks so much.
April 2, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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moncriefka
Last summer I downloaded your black and white polka dot cafe headers. I can't find them now. If you still have them, could you possibly send them to me? Thank you so much!! Karen Moncrief
moncriefka@lee.k12.ga.us
March 25, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi there,

I am sorry but I will not be able send the file to you. I lost a few of my files when the hard drive on my computer crashed. I didn't have those backed up. Thanks for your interest in my product and I am sorry that I am not able to help.

Thanks,
Nicole
March 26, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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nicoleafiset
H Nicole,

I love your products! Just an FYI, I bought March Fix-It Ups and there is an error in sentence #11. You state there are 4 errors, but there is actually 5: 1. I needs to capitalized, 2. has needs to be changed to have, 3. learnt is misspelled, 4. tails is misspelled and 5. there is no end punctuation.
March 25, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Thanks so much for contacting me! I recently updated that entire file and looked over the mistake. The correction has been made.

Thanks again!
Nicole
March 26, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Kristine Brixius  (TpT Seller)
I LOVE you editable board games. I just wish there was a way to print the card differently - such as 8 cards on one page. Do you know of any way to print it like that?
March 20, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
There were some issues with TpT and my ability to respond any questions. They were suppose to forward a response on my behalf. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Thanks,
Nicole
March 26, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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belittle
Hi there! I loved your unit on Ohio State during March Madness last year! I was just wondering if you were going to update that information for this year? Thanks, Bev
March 15, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hello,

I have currently taken them out of my store. I am hoping to get them updated, but have about 12 of them to do and they are VERY time consuming. I will do everything I can to try to get them back up.

Thanks for checking,
Nicole
March 15, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Lesson Plan SOS Teachers  (TpT Seller) re: How to Trap a Leprechaun Writing Activity Freebie
Hi!!! This is absolutely adorable!!! Thank you for providing such a great resource! I have to ask...where is the leprechaun clip art from? I looked through the graphic design artists listed on the file but I can't find the exact match. Can you help?
THANKS!!!
:) melissa
March 11, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Melissa,

The clipart for the leprechaun came from Krista Wallden's store. It's a freebie. :)

Thanks,
Nicole
March 11, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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belittle
HI Nicole,
I love your unit on The Ohio State Buckeyes last year for March Madness! I was wondering if you were going to do an updated version for this year? Thanks
blittle@springboro.org
March 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hello,

I have currently taken them out of my store. I am hoping to get them updated, but have about 12 of them to do and they are VERY time consuming. I will do everything I can to try to get them back up.

Thanks for checking,
Nicole
March 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Julie Hespe  (TpT Seller) re: Super Hero Writing Unit
Hi Nicole,
This is a really cute writing unit! I wish it was for younger grades. Where did you find the clip art?

Thanks,
Julie
March 7, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Julie,

The clipart came from Melonheadz.

Thanks,
Nicole
March 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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milbrtutor re: Understanding Prose, Poetry, and Drama Activities to address the CCSS
i went to copy this off and it will not copy off I tried several times and the printer says it has problems printing the rest off. I get 4 pages and then it flashes- is there something I can do to get it to print the whole thing?? Has anyone else had problems printing??
March 7, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
I am sorry that you are having trouble printing. This has seem to be the technical issue for a lot of people this week, not just for my customers, but other sellers as well. The only two fixes that I know for this issue are the following:

1) Make sure that your Adobe Reader is up to date and that you have the most current version installed.

2) When printing the pdf, choose the "advance" button at the bottom of the screen and click the box, "print as images". This is another trick that works.

If these two options do not work, I would suggest that you contact TpT for technical support. They may have other suggestions for helping you print the document, especially if it is a printer issue.

Please let me know if there is anything else I can do to help you.

Thanks,
Nicole
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anniehaub re: Mystery Fun: Reading and Writing Unit
Do you still have the Mystery Unit Poster Pack for sale? Although the whole unit looks wonderful, I was hoping to just purchase the graphics to create an anchor chart with vocabulary words. Thanks for your response.
March 5, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Annie,

Yes, I do have the posters for sale in my store. Here is the link the product. I hope this helps.
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Mystery-Vocabulary-Word-Posters

Please let me know if you have any other questions.
Thanks,
Nicole
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Matilda4 re: Exploring Magnets Unit
Your Exploring Magnets unit will not download. I have bought several items on teachers pay teachers and never had a problem with downloading an activity book.
March 3, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hello,

I just checked the download and it opened with no problems, so it is not a problem with the file. I have had similar issues with my own personal purchases before. My suggestion would be to open TpT using a different browser and try to download the product. That worked for me. If this does not work, you will have to contact TpT for technical support or I can try sending it to you via email.

Thanks,
Nicole
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starrsarah79 re: Greek Mythology Unit Based on Common Core Standards
Hello,
I am also having problems with downloading the mythology unit to print. I have tried all the suggestions on the previous posts. I have attempted to open it on several different computers as well and it freezes up when trying to print.
Are you able to email the unit and I can try that?
Thanks,
Sarah
March 1, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Sarah,

I just checked the download on two different computers and it opened with no issues, so I don't know exactly how to fix the problem because not everyone is having issues. The file is quite large, so I included a pdf file of the whole unit and then pdfs of the unit broken into smaller pieces. Have you tried printing the smaller pieces rather than the entire unit at once? Another trick to try is when printing, instead of sellecting all pages on the printer options, select defined pages like 1-12. One other trick to try is when you go to print, click on the advance button and choose to print as an image.

I think if you try these things, it should fix your problem. If not, please send me your email address and I will email the file to you. This is the option that I would prefer to use as a last resort because the file is so large, I have to send it though a site like Dropbox.

Thanks,
Nicole
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hhaynes re: Point of View Reading Instructional Resource-Common Core Aligned
Hi Nicole,
I have been looking for a lesson on point-of-view that I could modify/adapt for an observation. I've purchased units from you in the past and have loved all of them. In your description you stated that this lesson would take a few days to complete. Do you think this lesson could be adapted so that I would be able to demonstrate direct instruction, guided practice, and practice with a partner/independent practice in one lesson? I guess what I'm asking is are each of these pieces built into every day's lesson?
February 27, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hello,

Thank you so much for your kind words. I am not sure how long your class period is, but I know that many teachers have told me that they have used this lesson for an observation. I know that I could definitely make this a single lesson with all of the things you have asked.

I hope this helps and good luck with your observation.
Thanks,
Nicole
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jaymech86
Hello! Love this product (The Lemonade War Novel Study), and just bought it. For some reason, it is just freezing during the download. Not sure if this is a TPT problem or what. If there is anyway you can e-mail the packet to me at jaymeharris@me.com that would be great!

Thanks so much :)
February 23, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Occasionally TpT does have issues with this. I will email you the file.

Thanks,
Nicole
February 24, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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April Black  (TpT Seller) re: States of Matter Unit: Solid, Liquid, Gas
I just purchased your states of matter packet and am a little confused on how you do the mystery box. Do you call each student up one at a time to look inside the box? Is there only one item in the box or do you put several items in one box? Or do you make 5-10 mystery boxes each with an item in them? Sorry, I read over it a few times and like to idea, but can't seem to figure out the logistics. I also had another teacher read it and we couldn't really figure out how to do it.
Thanks!
April
February 21, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
April,

I would be more than happy to help you out, but I really don't know what the mystery box activity is that you are referring to in the unit. I downloaded the unit again just because I thought maybe I was losing my mind, but I really don't know what it is you are talking about. I am sorry to ask this, but can you send me the page number for this activity? I would be more than happy to send specifics if I know to which activity it is that you need clarification.

Thanks so much!
Nicole
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shunton re: Greek Mythology Unit Based on Common Core Standards
Nichole,
Would you be able to share the list of resources that you use in conjunction with this unit? I would really like to see the resources before purchasing the unit.
Thank you,
Sara
February 19, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Sara,

Please email me at nicoleshelby@hotmail.com

Thanks,
Nicole
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petrea re: May the Force Be With You! Forces and Motion Mini-Unit
Does your unit come with an answer key?
February 19, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
The unit does have an answer key for one of the activities that would have definite answers. Many of the activities are "experiments" and there are recording sheets for the students to record and analyze their data. There is no answer key for that. The unit is more about activities than a bunch of worksheets that would have "answers".

I hope this helps!
Thanks,
Nicole
February 19, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Comprehension Connection  (TpT Seller) re: The Lemonade War Novel Study
Nicole...I didn't post it on my page. In fact, no one would see it there since I never get on it! The TPT webmaster threw out a question of what we were using that worked well. I'd love for you to check store though if you like.
February 15, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Oh....gotcha! I will follow your store, too. Thanks again for the shout out! ;)
February 15, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Comprehension Connection  (TpT Seller) re: The Lemonade War Novel Study
Just highlighted your unit on Facebook's Friday Roundup...your unit for The Lemonade War is just awesome, and the children are LOVING that book! I've enjoyed watching them. :-) Have a great weekend!
February 15, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Awe....thank you so much for sharing this! I appreciate it so much! I am going to follow your FB page.

Thanks again!
Nicole
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ttarziers re: Greek Mythology Unit Based on Common Core Standards
I was wondering if you have additional resources for the topics below since you have been teaching with the common core standards.

Reading for Literature, Integration of Knowledge and Ideas, 7
Reading for Literature, Craft and Structure, 5

Thank you,
Tara
February 15, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Tara,

I am currently working on several units right now that will address those standards. If you will follow me, you will be notified when I post new items. I hope to have a lot of it finished in the next two-three weeks.

Thanks so much!
Nicole
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stacey totman  (TpT Seller)
Michelle,

I purchased the layers of the earth unit and it will not allow me to print the first 6 pages. Can youhelp?
February 13, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Stacey,

I am not sure why your printer is not printing the first six pages. I am not all that familiar with "printing issues"...the only thing I know to suggest that works for me anytime I am having printing problems is to do the following:

Try the "Print as image" option. Click the Advanced button in the Print dialog box to find this option.

I hope this helps!

Thanks,
Nicole

P.S. I am hoping this question was meant for me...it's addressed to Michelle.
February 13, 2013 Report inappropriate comment

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Michelle LaPlume  (TpT Seller) re: States of Matter Unit: Solid, Liquid, Gas
Hi Nicole,
I am new to this site. I think I would like to purchase your States of Matter unit but I don't know how to preview all the pages not just the sample pages. Your unit would lend itself well to hands on activities and experiments. Looking forward to hearing back from you.
February 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Michelle,

There are four thumbnails for you to view the materials, plus there is a button underneath the price that says, "download preview". You can view a few pages from the unit there.

Thanks so much!
Nicole
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Lauren Herrera  (TpT Seller)
I would love to know what program you use to create your title pages for your units. Thanks so much!
February 8, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
I create all my files in Word or Powerpoint. :)
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amyforhim
Ahhhhh, I'm teaching on the topic on Friday, I'd love to see your non-updated version? :-) :-)
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amyforhim
Hi Nicole,
I love love your products. I saw on Pinterest that you have an "Edible Rocks Activity" lesson bundle. I don't see it on here. Can you please let me know how to find it? Thanks!
February 6, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Amy,

Thank you so much for your sweet comments. I have currently taken that file off TpT for updates. I don't know when I will have it back up, but hopefully soon.

Thanks again,
Nicole
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Rose Mary Betancourt re: Point of View Reading Instructional Resource-Common Core Aligned
Sorry, I sent the message to the wrong seller..
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Rose Mary Betancourt re: Point of View Reading Instructional Resource-Common Core Aligned
Sorry, I sent the message to the wrong seller..
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Rose Mary Betancourt re: Point of View Reading Instructional Resource-Common Core Aligned
Are the common core Standards posted on ?
February 5, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
I noticed that you have asked this question before. I responded on January 3rd and you can view my answer below this. If I have not addressed your question, please restate a different way, because I really don't understand what you are asking me. I am always happy to help, but with this question, I think I need more clarification.

Thanks so much!
Nicole
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gbruckner1
Hi, I have purchased your winter & February daily fix it ups and I was wondering if you have them for March. I cant seem to find it......
Thanks,
Geri
February 1, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
Hi Geri,

I have a March set, but I have got to make some changes to it. I hope to have it back up this weekend.

Thanks so much!
Nicole
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mrsneff318 re: Greek Mythology Unit Based on Common Core Standards
Hello Nicole,
I was curious where you got your font and super cute pictures. I am not familiar with the Kevin and Amanda font or website. Thanks!
January 31, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
Nicole Shelby
Nicole Shelby  (TpT Seller)
The fonts are from Kevin and Amanda, it's a website and the Greek mythology clipart came from Melonheadz. All websites for the fonts and clipart can be found on the terms and credit page of this unit.

Thanks so much!
Nicole
January 31, 2013 Report inappropriate comment
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