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Sarah Plum

Rated 4.96 out of 5, based on 4407 reviews

3,652 Followers

Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States

About the store

I've taught for second grade three years at a Title I school with a high-ELL population. For the past two years I have taught exclusively English Language Learners in my classroom, which has been an incredible experience. I love to create things for my students which helps them develop and use language, as well as extend their learning beyond the standards.

First Week Activities & Printables {We Will ROCK You!}

Back-to-School Edition {Place Value - Common Core-Aligned Centers}

Alphabet Posters and Resources {Print & Cursive} Bundle

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Character Clip Chart / Positive Clip Chart Alternative: Clippin' for Character

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Sarah Plum

Clippin' for Character is a positive, character education alternative to the traditional clip chart that provides positive reinforcement and specific praise of displays of character in the classroom. It works incredibly well with PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports). It can make a difference and build a #ClassroomCommunity. Please read my blog post about this product HERE, as well as the frequently asked questions HERE.If you're interested in this system but teach upper elementa

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Character Education, Classroom Community

Also included in: Character Clip Chart / Positive Clip Chart Alternative Ultimate BUNDLED Edition

Editable Teacher Planner - NOT Your Average Teacher Planner

Created by

Sarah Plum

Please note: this has been updated for the 2025-2026 school year. For Australian and other buyers that require a January-December format, an update will be made by December 1st, spanning January 2026 to December 2026. This EDITABLE teacher binder/planner is PERFECT for the Type-A and Type-B teachers. If you love organization (or cactus, flamingos, and pineapples!), you'll love this! If you need to get organized, this is JUST what you need! It comes with EDITABLE PowerPoint files so that you can

PreK - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education

A UPSC-Based Problem Solving Strategy {The 4 (.5) Step Plan}

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Sarah Plum

If you teach elementary-level mathematics, you have likely heard of and at one point utilized Polya's Four Step Plan for problem-solving. Using the Understand, Plan, Solve, and Check (UPSC) model, students are able to solve single and multi-step word problems. This resource pack is based on Polya's model with a significant (I feel) improvement -- a half-step, prior to understand: visualize. This pack includes the following elements: • how to’s and background information on the “4.5 Step Plan”

K - 5th

Math, Other (Math)

CCSS

K.OA.A.2

, 1.OA.A.1

, 1.OA.A.2

Alphabet Posters and Resources {Print & Cursive, Rainbow Brights Edition}

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Sarah Plum

Have you been looking for a clean, cheerful, and functional alphabet for your classroom -- one that displays primary print AND cursive? From Apples to Zippers is for you! Included in this pack are 26 alphabet posters in a primary print AND cursive style with rainbow brights details {sized 8.5x11"} as well as a *personal dictionary* and a *personal word wall* for your students! Included in this file are suggested uses and printing tips to get the most out of your purchase. These alphabet poster

2nd - 5th

English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Spelling

Calendar Time & Daily Interactive Math Routine {Marvelous Math Meeting}

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Sarah Plum

Calendar time & a morning math routine is something I am VERY passionate about! I think it sets the tone for students to see all aspects of math as integrated into their daily lives, keeps skills fresh, and allows you a daily opportunity to informally assess your students! In this pack you will find everything you need to facilitate a comprehensive math meeting. The modular features of the system allow you to change out components as your students master skills and learn new concepts. The pac

K - 2nd

Arithmetic, Math, Numbers

Character Clip Chart / Positive Clip Chart Alternative: Hashtag Edition

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Sarah Plum

Clippin' for Character: Hashtag Edition is a positive, character education alternative to the traditional clip chart that provides positive reinforcement and specific praise of displays of character in the classroom. It can make a difference and build a #ClassroomCommunity. It works incredibly well with PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports). This edition of Clippin' for Character has been designed with big kids in mind - it features limited clip-art, hashtags, and more robust voc

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Character Education, Classroom Community

Also included in: Character Clip Chart / Positive Clip Chart Alternative Ultimate BUNDLED Edition

Visual Vocabulary - Economics {Tier-Three Vocab Resources with REAL Photos!}

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Sarah Plum

I've long been on the hunt for tier-three vocabulary resources for my English Language Learners (ELLs/ESOL students), but couldn't find any that fit the bill -- I want my classroom visuals to be simple, direct, and feature REAL photographs. So what did I do? I made my own! I also wanted these vocabulary resources to be something I can use at ANY elementary grade level, and with below, on, and above grade-level students. With that goal in mind, I've include vocabulary you may encounter teaching

K - 5th

Economics

Alphabet Posters and Resources {Print & Cursive, Rainbow Chalkboard Edition}

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Sarah Plum

2nd - 5th

English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Spelling

I Wish My Teacher Knew {Now Your Teacher Knows}

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Sarah Plum

If you're like me, you were extraordinarily moved by the "I wish my teacher knew..." movement and hashtag on Twitter. Thanks to Denver teacher Kyle Schwartz, many of us have begun to discover things that our students want us to know but have not before shared with us. This is a way to build and maintain a #ClassroomCommunity. I created this writing center addition based upon Kyle Schwartz's original lesson; I take no credit for her idea, hashtags, or anything else -- that was all that amazing t

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Classroom Community, School Counseling

Character Clip Chart / Positive Clip Chart Alternative Ultimate BUNDLED Edition

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Sarah Plum

Clippin' for Character: Ultimate Bundled Edition is a bundle of my best selling clip-charts (Original and Hashtag Editions) AND the editable "Create-Your-Own" Edition. Clippin' for Character is a positive, character education alternative to the traditional clip chart that provides positive reinforcement and specific praise of displays of character in the classroom. It works incredibly well with PBIS (Positive Behavior Interventions and Supports). Please read my blog post about the original pro

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Character Education, Classroom Community

Place Value RAWR! {A War-Style Place Value Game}

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Sarah Plum

Do your kiddos need extra practice with place value? Do they love dinosaurs as much as mine? Then you need RAWR! -- a fun, fully-differentiated, war-style place value game. Students will love comparing two and three-digit numbers and "RAWR!"-ing when they have a pair. They'll love the increased luck of the game with the volcano and footprint cards (give 2, take 2). You will love how engaged your students are, and the option of printing in full-color or ink-saver! INCLUDED: • two different set

1st - 3rd

Basic Operations, Math, Place Value

CCSS

1.NBT.B.2

, 1.NBT.B.3

, 1.NBT.C.4

Super Strategies for Money {Counting Coins, Equivalencies, and Making Change}

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Sarah Plum

If your students are any like the students I've taught over the years, they probably struggle with counting coins, finding equivalent values, and making change. Even the brightest students often struggle with these skills! This 200+ page pack is chocked full of teacher tips, how-to's, activities, and resources to teach to those three difficult skills using three tried and true strategies: "hairy" coins for counting, brace maps for equivalent values, and 100's charts for counting and making chan

1st - 3rd

Basic Operations, Math, Measurement

CCSS

2.MD.C.7

, 2.MD.C.8

First Week Activities & Printables {We Will ROCK You!}

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Sarah Plum

Don't let the first week of school be boring! Engage your student in fun activities, printables, and craftivities with a rock star focus! {You can check out my blog post on thematic teaching the first week here.} INCLUDED: • Fan Mail - Have students write an encouraging note for you to give their kiddo during the first week of school! • From the Desk Of {Editable} - Editable stationery for you to use to send reminders or quick notes home. • Tour Dates {Editable} - Editable stationary for you t

K - 5th

For All Subjects, Writing

Visual Vocabulary - Matter {Tier-Three Vocabulary Resources with REAL Photos!}

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Sarah Plum

K - 5th

Science

Wizard of Oz Inspired "Rules to Live By"

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Sarah Plum

This set includes the following in an Oz-Inspired theme: • classroom "rules to live by" posters -- in four options (color, ink-saving color, and two black & white) • vision statement posters -- in four options (color, ink-saving color, and two black & white) It can make a difference and help to build a #ClassroomCommunity. • anchor charts for each of the depicted characters • reproducible anchor charts in black & white • student bookmarks with symbols depicting the "rules to live by" (both co

K - 5th

Character Education, Classroom Community

Motivational Editable Desk Tags / Nameplates

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Sarah Plum

Every child needs encouragement, and what better place to start than where they spend a significant chunk of time -- at their desk! These motivational editable desk tags / nameplates provide an important affirmation: they can achieve ANYTHING they want to. Create a growth mindset in your students, one name tag at a time! It can make a difference and help to build a #ClassroomCommunity. There are a total of nine different color options, each in unlined, primary lined, and lined – please view the

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For All Subjects

Pet Place! {A Go Fish!-Style Place Value Game}

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Sarah Plum

Do your kiddos need extra practice with place value? Do they love animals as much as mine? Then you need Pet Place! -- a fun, fully-differentiated, Go Fish!-style place value game. Students will love identifying numbers, and using their academic vocabulary and oral language skills to make pairs. They'll love exclaiming "Go to the doghouse!"where they'll "dig" for a better card. You will love how engaged your students are, and the option of printing in full-color or blacklines, which is GREAT fo

1st - 3rd

Basic Operations, Math, Place Value

Alphabet Posters and Resources {Print & Cursive} Bundle

Created by

Sarah Plum

Have you been looking for a clean, cheerful, and functional alphabet for your classroom – one in primary print AND cursive? From Apples to Zippers is for you! Included in this bundle are three themes -- rainbow brights, rainbow chalkboard, and blacklines. Each theme has 26 alphabet posters in a primary print AND cursive style {sized 8.5x11"} as well as a *personal dictionary* and a *personal word wall* for your students! Included in this file are suggested uses and printing tips to get the mos

2nd - 5th

English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Spelling

Oz-Inspired Binder Covers

Created by

Sarah Plum

This set includes the following in an Oz-inspired theme: • ***NEW** editable PowerPoint file: editable main planner cover, main planner spine labels, and subject-area spine labels • “There’s No Place Like…” main planner/organizer covers: includes Preschool, Pre-K, grades K through Fifth, Middle School, and High School • main planner/organizer back covers: featuring quotes and the characters Dorothy, Tinman, Scarecrow, Lion, and Glinda • main planner spine labels: “lesson planner” and “teacher

PreK - 12th

For All Subjects

Matter Matters - Quick, Easy, Low-Prep Resources for Teaching Matter

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Sarah Plum

Matter is one of my favorite things to teach, but it's also one of the most difficult concepts for students to learn. Things like atoms and molecules can be such abstract concepts, which is why I've developed resources, investigations, and a non-fiction text to make matter and its related concepts accessible for all learners! While I use this unit in my second grade classroom, it would be suitable for use for first grade enrichment, as well as in third and fourth grades. Please take a look at t

1st - 4th

Basic Principles, Science

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About the store

Experience

Teaching style

I love workshop-style teaching, which is why I utilize it in both Language Arts and Math. I follow the Daily 5 and Guided Reading method in Language Arts, and utilize Guided Math and Math Meetings to teach Mathematics. I pull in Science and Social Studies into both core subject areas, as well as teach them independently through units of study as well. My focus as a teacher, however, is to facilitate rather than instruct so my students are working collaboratively and interacting constantly. It can happen, even in second grade! I also believe fully in utilizing the Whole Brain during the school day, so Whole Brain Teaching (WBT) methods are incorporated throughout the day and in each & every lesson.

Awards & shining teacher moments

The greatest honor I've had is when a student told me, after learning a new math strategy and having that crucial "lightbulb" moment -- "You know, Mrs. Plum, I think I'd like to grow up and be a teacher just like you."

My own education history

Master of Teaching in Elementary Education (2012) and Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies in Elementary Education (2012) from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Additional biographical information

I'm a third grade teacher, mother of two boys (including a second grader!), and am about to embark on my fifth year in my own classroom. I love connecting with and learning from other educators, especially here on TpT!