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2nd Grade Emergency Sub Plans | Substitute Work & Sub Teacher Binder
2nd Grade Emergency Sub Plans with no prep ELA, math, and science lessons. Printable substitute teacher binder with ready-made, standards-aligned sub plans for full-day absences. Need reliable 2nd-grade emergency sub plans that are truly no prep? This all-in-one substitute teacher binder includes printable ELA, math, and science sub plans 2nd-grade teachers can trust for full-day absences, last-minute sub plans, and classroom emergency plans. These ready-made, standards-aligned sub plans are
2nd
Basic Operations, For All Subjects, Reading
CCSS
2.NBT.A.1
, 2.NBT.B.5
, 2.NBT.B.6
+10
Fairy Tales, Folktales & Fables 2nd Grade Reading Comprehension Unit
Fairy tales, folktales, and fables 2nd grade reading unit with reading comprehension, graphic organizers, text-based questions, story elements, character analysis, theme, sequencing, and genre activities.Build strong reading comprehension skills with this engaging 2nd-grade reading unit focused on fairy tales, folktales, and fables. This comprehensive fairy tale unit for 2nd-grade helps students explore story elements, character analysis, sequencing, and theme development through meaningful, sta
2nd - 3rd
English Language Arts, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RL.2.3
+10
Force and Motion Worksheet Forces Vocabulary | Push Pull Sort Science Worksheets
Force and motion worksheets with push and pull sort, science vocabulary, and reading comprehension passages. Includes a hands-on science experiment, friction, gravity, and motion activities for 2nd grade.If teaching force and motion feels abstract for your students, this gives you a simple, concrete way to bring it to life—without adding extra prep to your day. Students don’t just read about force and motion… they push, pull, test, observe, and actually see it happen. WHY TEACHERS USE THIS: ✔ Co
2nd - 3rd
Informational Text, Physical Science, Reading
CCSS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
+1
Also included in: 2nd Grade Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
Severe Weather Science 2nd Grade Reading Passages With Comprehension Questions
Severe weather science 2nd-grade reading passages and comprehension questions. Nonfiction reading passages with text-based questions, vocabulary activities, and ELA and science integration for weather units.Teach severe weather science and reading comprehension together with these 2nd-grade nonfiction reading passages and comprehension questions written as a small reader. This integrated ELA and science resource helps students explore thunderstorms, tornadoes, floods, lightning, and hur
2nd - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Informational Text
CCSS, TEKS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.2
, RI.2.3
+13
Camping Day Theme Camp Activities Last Week of School 1st 2nd Grade
Camping-themed activities for 1st and 2nd grade, perfect for camping day, the last week of school, and summer school. A full week of reading, math, writing, and science—planned for you. Turn your end-of-year into a calm, meaningful experience with these camping theme activities for 1st and 2nd grade. Designed for the last week of school, this full-week unit weaves reading, math, writing, and science into a plan that keeps students engaged and gives you room to breathe and get things done at
1st - 3rd
Basic Operations, For All Subjects, Reading
CCSS
2.MD.A.1
, 2.MD.D.9
, 2.NBT.B.5
+10
Also included in: STEM Camp Activities 1st & 2nd Grade | End of Year Camping Theme BUNDLE
Would You Rather Questions & Writing Prompts This or That Writing 1st–3rd Grade
Would you rather questions and writing prompts for 1st–3rd grade. This or that writing activities help students share ideas, build confidence, and enjoy engaging discussion and writing.Make opinion writing fun and engaging with these Would You Rather writing prompts designed to build persuasive writing and critical thinking skills in elementary classrooms. These This or That writing prompts encourage students to choose a side, justify their thinking, and practice strong opinion writing through m
1st - 5th
Classroom Community, Writing
CCSS
W.2.1
, SL.2.1
, SL.2.1a
+5
Animal Habitats 2nd Grade | Animal Habitat Research Project Activities
Animal habitats 2nd-grade with animal habitat project & research activities. Includes habitat sorting, animal research project templates, graphic organizers, and science writing for ecosystems and biomes.Help students explore animal habitats, ecosystems, and biomes through hands-on learning, habitat sorting activities, and a structured animal research project that builds science and informational writing skills. Students investigate animal homes, ecosystems, and environmental science concepts t
1st - 2nd
Environment, Science, Writing
CCSS, NGSS, VA SOL
W.1.7
, W.1.8
, W.2.7
+8
Dewey Decimal System Posters or Library Labels for the Library or Media Center
Dewey Decimal System Posters, Library Posters, Library Signs, and Library Labels for elementary libraries, school libraries, classrooms, and media centers. Help students learn library skills and navigate nonfiction books independently.Help Students Navigate the Library with ConfidenceThese Dewey Decimal System Posters make library organization easy for students while creating an engaging elementary library or media center environment. Perfect as library posters, library signs, library labels, an
Not Specific
English Language Arts, Library Skills
Football Superbowl Reading | 2nd Grade Passages and Questions Super Bowl
Engage your students with Super Bowl Reading Comprehension Passages and Activities that bring the excitement of Football and Super Bowl 26 into the classroom!This resource combines engaging Super Bowl activities with standards-aligned reading passages, allowing students to interact with text while learning the history and significance of the Super Bowl. Designed for easy implementation, this printable resource is perfect for whole-class instruction, small-group activities, or independent learni
2nd - 3rd
Informational Text, Social Studies
CCSS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.2
, RI.2.5
+1
Substitute Teacher Activities 2nd Grade | Sub Plans & Substitute Teacher Plans
Emergency sub plans 2nd grade with 10 full days of substitute teacher activities and ready-to-use sub plans. Includes ELA, math, science, and social studies lessons with printable worksheets for any absence.We’ve all been there—fever at midnight, your voice gone, or your own child home sick. The last thing you should be doing is writing sub plans when you need rest the most.This resource gives you a calm, ready-to-go system of emergency sub plans and substitute teacher activities so you can step
2nd - 3rd
Arithmetic, For All Subjects, Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RL.2.3
+7
Earth Day Reading Passages & Questions 2nd Grade | Arbor Day ELA Activities
Earth Day ELA activities with reading passages and questions comparing Earth Day and Arbor Day. Nonfiction reading passages, compare and contrast, main idea, and text-dependent questions for close reading. Looking for simple Earth Day ELA activities that build real reading skills?This Earth Day reading comprehension resource includes nonfiction reading passages and questions comparing Earth Day and Arbor Day. Students practice compare and contrast, main idea and supporting details, and text ev
2nd - 3rd
Close Reading, Informational Text, Social Studies
CCSS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.6
, RI.3.1
+1
Forms of Energy Short 2nd Grade Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
Help your students explore the forms and types of energy with these engaging reading comprehension passages and science activities for 2nd and 3rd grade! Students will learn about heat, light, sound, motion, and solar energy through short, high-interest nonfiction texts and a hands-on science experiment. When I first taught energy, I remember how immediately curious my students were — they couldn’t wait to test, build, and read about how energy moves. This unit captures that spark while givi
2nd - 3rd
General Science, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.4
, RI.2.5
+1
Also included in: 2nd Grade Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
Character Traits Anchor Chart
Character traits anchor chart! Students often get confused when describing character traits. They often describe the outward appearance of a character. This anchor chart helps students to think about the internal qualities of the character. The anchor chart is a dollar deal that is part of a character close read week one. If you need lesson plans, essential questions, more anchor charts, formative and summative assessments, exit tickets, and more then be sure to check out my close reading packs.
2nd - 3rd
English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.3.3
Digital Citizenship Lesson Plans | Internet, Online & Cyber Safety K–3
K–3 digital citizenship lesson plans with internet safety, online safety, cyber safety, cyberbullying prevention, digital footprints, online privacy, media literacy, and responsible technology activities for elementary students.Teaching digital citizenship can feel overwhelming—especially when you're trying to explain online safety, privacy, digital footprints, and cyberbullying in ways young students actually understand.These K–3 digital citizenship lesson plans provide a simple, age-appropriat
K - 3rd
Character Education, Instructional Technology, Library Skills
VA SOL
CM.1.1.i
, CM.3.1.a
, CM.1.1.g
+47
Christmas Reading Comprehension Passages | ELA Worksheets Literacy Activities
Make your December lessons merry and meaningful with this Christmas Reading Comprehension and ELA Worksheets pack — the perfect blend of festive fun and skill-building literacy activities for 2nd and 3rd grade classrooms. This Christmas ELA resource includes reading comprehension passages, vocabulary worksheets, and literacy activities that reinforce key reading and language standards while keeping students excited to learn during the holiday season. 🌟 Why Teachers Love This Christmas
2nd - 3rd
Informational Text
CCSS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.2
, RI.2.4
+1
Elephant and Piggie STEM Activities & Challenges | Read Aloud STEM for K–2
Elephant & Piggie STEM activities with storybook STEM lessons and read-aloud challenges for K–2. Students solve story problems through hands-on STEM, building critical thinking and comprehension skills.Engage your students with meaningful literacy and STEM integration using their favorite Elephant & Piggie books by Mo Willems. This resource blends read aloud STEM with engineering challenges so students move beyond listening to actively solving problems inspired by the story.Designed for kinderga
K - 2nd
Character Education, Engineering, Literature
CCSS, NGSS
RL.1.1
, RL.1.4
, RL.2.1
+3
Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions 2nd Grade Science | Rocks & Soil
Reading comprehension passages and questions for 2nd-grade science focused on rocks and soil. Nonfiction earth science reading with vocabulary, text evidence, and low prep literacy integration. Make your earth science unit and literacy block work together with these engaging reading comprehension passages and questions for 2nd-grade science. This integrated resource combines nonfiction reading passages, science vocabulary, and comprehension questions to help students explore rocks, soil, and
2nd - 3rd
Earth Sciences, English Language Arts, Informational Text
CCSS, NGSS, VA SOL
RI.2.1
, RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
+8
Christmas Science States of Matter Solids, Liquids, and Gas Explorations & More
Excite your students with hands-on Christmas science activities that make learning about matter both fun and educational! This engaging resource is filled with matter worksheets and interactive labs on solids, liquids, and gases, perfect for keeping kids engaged before Winter Break. Through four dynamic Christmas activities, students will explore the properties of matter, including how solids, liquids, and gases can transform from one state to another. Why You’ll Love This Christmas Solid,
2nd - 3rd
Physical Science
CCSS, VA SOL
RI.2.1
, RI.2.3
, RI.2.4
+13
End of Year Activities | Last Week of School Activities Theme Days Beach Day
End-of-year activities for the last week of school, with theme days and a fun beach-day classroom transformation. Includes no prep printables for 1st grade and 2nd grade with reading, math, and more.A Calmer Way to Finish the School Year (Without Losing Learning) The last week of school can feel like everything is unraveling… This end-of-year activities printable packet gives you a structured, low-prep way to bring end-of-school-year fun into your classroom—without the chaos. With a beach day
1st - 3rd
For All Subjects
CCSS
RF.2.3
, RF.2.4
, RF.2.4a
+6
Also included in: End-of-the-Year Activities Beach Theme Beach Days Activities Bundle
Habitats & Communities 2nd Gd Science Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions
Habitat reading comprehension passages and questions for 2nd grade provide students with habitat activities. Reading passages give teachers nonfiction text about various habitats and animals that live in these locations. Your students will focus on asking and answering questions, main idea, connections to scientific concepts, vocabulary, and text features in nonfiction text. (Print and Digital included- Google Slides.) What is Inside:KWL Habitats/Biomes Where Do Plants and Animals Live? What Are
2nd
Earth Sciences, English Language Arts, Informational Text
CCSS, NGSS
RI.2.1
, RI.2.2
, RI.2.3
+3
Also included in: 2nd Grade Science Reading Comprehension Passages and Questions
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About the store
Experience
Hi! I'm Trina Deboree, a lifelong teacher and mom with 27+ years of experience in education. I create engaging and practical resources for homeschool moms and teachers to help nurture a deep love of learning where children see themselves as learners and thinkers.
Teaching style
BEFORE I MADE IT MY MISSION TO EMPOWER TEACHERS AND HOMESCHOOL MOMS, I FELT "STUCK" IN THE CLASSROOM...
I began my journey into education in 1997 as a first-grade teacher. I looped several times and then stayed in second grade for 14 years. There was a time in my teaching career when I loved what I did. But I felt a bit trapped towards the end of my time in the classroom, and I felt distraught by our current school system.
I eventually moved out of the classroom several years ago. I gained a different perspective on various areas of education, such as student behavior, administration, special area teaching, as a Student Support Specialist, and in the media center as a media specialist.
I WANT TO HELP YOU INSPIRE A LOVE OF LEARNING.
I believe in instilling a deep love of reading and learning in our children and students.
I believe moms and teachers are key to helping children see themselves as readers and thinkers.
Together, we can help develop readers in the making, thinkers in the making, and problem solvers in the making, one page at a time. Will you join me?
I created Trina Deboree Teaching and Learning and Readers in the Making to empower homeschool moms and teachers in the classroom to provide choices and tools to push back against a system that puts our children in perfectly square boxes. TDTL helps create opportunities to explore, dream, and discover a love of learning free from barriers, and Readers in the Making inspires a deep love of reading.
I WANT TO SERVE YOU!
After years of figuring it out and wishing I had the tools to provide my children and students with creativity, imagination, and a deeper understanding of learning, I want to bring that to you now.
I have a few things you can use in your homeschool learning space or classroom to save time, engage your students, and support the core values you carry as a dedicated supporter of children.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Salutatorian: Master Education Technology and Media Design from Full Sail University
I participated in Apple's pilot project-based learning study and was featured in an Apple Webinar in November 2011.
I was one of ten finalists in a teaching competition from China, where I won $10,000. (So crazy!)
My own education history
Masters Degree: Education Technology and Media Design (Full Sail University)
National Certification in Early Childhood Education
Bachelors Degree: Sociology (University of South Florida)
Associates Degree (University of Florida)
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