About the store
"I create expert-level, teacher-friendly ELA resources that save educators time and help students grow as readers and writers. With 24 years of classroom experience as a certified teacher and a Master’s degree, I design low-prep, meaningful materials that make literacy instruction simpler, clearer, and more effective — all while giving teachers back their time."
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Independent Reading Tic Tac Toe CHOICE BOARD
Students will be excited to read independently with this game-like choice board! After reading for set-amounts of time, for example 10 minutes, students must answer one of the questions. After the entire period, or week, they must have at least 3 boxes filled out either diagonally, straight across, etc. just like a simple game of Xs and Os!
3rd - 8th
English Language Arts, Reading, Writing
The Reader’s Diner | Retro Reading Response Menu for Middle & High School ELA
Turn independent reading into a fun and engaging diner-themed literacy experience!The Reader’s Diner is a retro-inspired reading response activity that combines student choice, reading accountability, discussion, and creativity into one highly engaging classroom routine. Students participate in a focused 7-minute reading sprint before selecting activities from themed diner menu categories including Appetizers, Salads, Main Courses, and Desserts.This resource includes rigorous reading comprehens
5th - 12th
Novel Studies, Science of Reading, Writing
Argumentative Writing: Snow Days or Virtual Days Grades 6-8
✨Engage your middle school students with this fun and rigorous winter-themed argumentative writing resource! This ready-to-use pack guides students through reading, analyzing, and writing arguments centered around a highly relatable seasonal question: "Should schools keep traditional snow days or switch to virtual learning days during winter storms?"This comprehensive, no-prep resource includes everything you need for a complete argumentative writing lesson or mini-unit. Students will read pair
6th - 8th
ELA Test Prep, Informational Text, Writing-Expository
CCSS
RI.7.8
, CCRA.R.8
, CCRA.W.1
Print and Go SUB PLANS Making Inferences Grades 7th-8th
⭐ Making Inferences Reading Lesson | Comprehension Questions + Independent Writing Task ⭐Help your students strengthen their critical thinking and reading comprehension skills with this engaging Making Inferences lesson! This resource is perfect for whole-group instruction, small-group reading, literacy centers, or independent practice. ✔ What’s Included:🧠 1. Explicit Making Inferences Mini-Lesson A kid-friendly introduction that teaches students what an inference is, how to make one, and w
7th - 8th
Close Reading, Reading, Reading Strategies
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+2
Independent Reading CAFE
Independent Reading CAFE is a reading workstation choice board for diverse learners.
2nd - 6th
English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Writing
Hinduism Theme Park hands-on, movement based lesson
🌺 Hinduism: Journey Through the Samsara Theme Park! ⭐ Engaging Social Studies Stations • Beliefs of Hinduism Bring Hinduism to life in your classroom with this highly engaging, theme-park–themed station activity set! Students rotate through four creative “rides” that help them understand the core beliefs of Hinduism—samsara, karma, dharma, moksha—and how these beliefs contributed to cultural diversity in South Asia.Perfect for upper elementary and middle school Social Studies! 🎡 What’
5th - 12th
Ancient History, Religion, World History
Tic-Tac-Toe Independent Reading Choice Board
⭐ Tic-Tac-Toe Independent Reading Choice Board (Grades 4–8) | Printable ELA Reading Menu ⭐Make independent reading truly independent with this engaging, student-friendly Tic-Tac-Toe Choice Board designed for upper-elementary and middle-school readers! Perfect for daily reading, literacy centers, early finishers, or substitute plans, this versatile menu gives students voice and choice while building essential comprehension, analysis, and writing skills. Students simply read their book and comple
4th - 8th
Reading, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
Weekly Reading Log with Writing Prompts (Monday–Thursday) | Printable & Easy to
Weekly Reading Log with Writing Prompts (Monday–Thursday) | Printable & Easy to UseMake reading accountability simple, structured, and meaningful with this Weekly Reading Log featuring built-in writing prompts for Monday through Thursday! Designed for grades 3–8, this log encourages students not only to track their daily reading, but also to reflect, respond, and build comprehension skills through short, purposeful writing tasks. Perfect for homework, independent reading programs, literacy sta
3rd - 8th
Literature, Reading, Writing
Modern Winter Cozy Vibes Bulletin Board
Bring a warm, cozy feel to your classroom this modern winter bulletin board and door décor! The soft winter color palette and clean design make it easy to create an inviting seasonal display your students will love. Everything you need is included—just print, prep, and staple up....enjoy a stress-free winter bulletin board!
PreK - 12th
For All Subjects, Not Subject Specific
Reading Cube--Independent Reading Choice Board
This can be used either during the school day, or as a homework assignment. My students love being able to have so many choices from which to choose!
2nd - 12th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading
Cause and Effect THE CRUSADES
Crusades
Reading and Writing
Cause and Effect
6th - 12th
Close Reading, Informational Text, Writing
Silent Signals Classroom Management Poster
Create a calmer, more focused classroom environment with these stylish Hand Signals Classroom Management Posters! Designed with a modern, teacher-friendly aesthetic, this resource helps reduce interruptions while encouraging student independence and responsibility. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school classrooms, these nonverbal communication posters allow students to quietly communicate common needs like restroom breaks, water, and sharpening pencils— without disrupting instruction.W
PreK - 12th
For All Subjects
#MIDDLE SCHOOL TRUTHS 1st Day activities
First day filled with activities, for not only the ELA classroom, but any middle school classroom! Kagan structures, article, Twitter exit ticket. Everything you need for a great first day!
6th - 8th
Informational Text, Writing
End of Year Book Projects
Bring creativity, choice, and engagement to your ELA classroom with this editable Book Projects Menu designed for middle and high school readers! This resource gives students the freedom to demonstrate comprehension through a variety of exciting low-tech and high-tech project options that appeal to different learning styles and interests. Inspired by modern classroom creativity, this menu transforms traditional book reports into meaningful, student-centered experiences. Perfect for: Independen
3rd - 12th
English Language Arts, Literature
The Reading Streak: A Social Media-Inspired Reading Tracker
🔥 STOP THE SCROLL: The "Daily Streak" Social Media Reading Log! 🔥Are you tired of those dusty, 1990s-style reading logs that end up crumpled at the bottom of a backpack? Do you want to build a genuine reading habit without the nightly battle? Welcome to The Daily Streak—the 21st-century reading log designed to look like a social media feed and play on the "streak" culture your students already love! 📱✨ ✨ WHY YOU (AND YOUR STUDENTS) WILL LOVE THIS:Younger students are obsessed with "streaks"
3rd - 8th
English Language Arts
SCIENCE: Qualitative and Quantitative Observations Poster
This poster helps students differentiate between the two types of Scientific Observations. I leave it up ALL YEAR and refer to it during every science experiment or inquiry project.
3rd - 12th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
Grammar grades 3-5 BLAST!
Quiz game reviewing grammar rules and writing test necessities.
3rd - 6th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Grammar
Author's Point of View Chart
Use this chart for whole/small group lessons and leave it up all year long for a reference!
3rd - 12th
Balanced Literacy, Close Reading, Reading
Achieve3000 Student Article Recording Page
Children who utilize Achieve3000 must go through a 5-Step Literacy Routine. This chart is a way they can keep track of each article they complete and help them see how well they are doing!
4th - 7th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Writing-Expository
INDEPENDENT READING CHOICE BOARD_HALLOWEEN
HALLOWEEN-THEMED INDEPENDENT READING CHOICE BOARD Reading Response Prompts are one of the best ways to encourage and create strong readers.
3rd - 9th
Literature, Reading
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About the store
Experience
"I create expert-level, teacher-friendly ELA resources that save educators time and help students grow as readers and writers. With 24 years of classroom experience as a certified teacher and a Master’s degree, I design low-prep, meaningful materials that make literacy instruction simpler, clearer, and more effective — all while giving teachers back their time."
Teaching style
I believe learning sticks best when students are engaged, laughing, and thinking in new ways—so my lessons are filled with fun twists, fresh ideas, and purposeful activities designed especially for grades 6–8.
In my store, you’ll find resources that blend rigorous academics with imaginative approaches: unexpected hooks, hands-on practice, high-interest passages, and writing tasks that actually get kids excited to share their thinking. My goal is simple—make teaching easier for you and learning more enjoyable for them.
Thanks for stopping by, and happy teaching!
Awards & shining teacher moments
Teacher of the Year 2007
Nominee Teacher of the Year 2025
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