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Hi, I'm Melissa! I’ve been in education since 2007 as a first-grade teacher and now an Elementary ELA Instructional Coach. Along the way, I earned my certification as a Reading Specialist, which deepened my passion and knowledge for literacy instruction. My classroom years taught me the joys (and struggles!) of balancing teaching, planning, and life. These days, I love supporting teachers with practical resources and strategies that actually work in real classrooms.
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Preview of Hispanic Heritage Month Bulletin Board Project Activities - Poster Reports

Hispanic Heritage Month Bulletin Board Project Activities - Poster Reports

Empower your students to celebrate and learn with this Hispanic Heritage Month Pennant Research Report Project. Bring history to life in a fun, engaging, and meaningful way! It’s the perfect tool to generate eye-catching Hispanic Heritage Month Posters for your classroom and create a Hispanic Heritage Month bulletin board that’s not just visually engaging, but also meaningful and educational. As a dedicated educator, it can be challenging to find high-quality, engaging resources to celebrate Hi
Preview of Black History Month Bulletin Board Project Posters and Activities Pennants

Black History Month Bulletin Board Project Posters and Activities Pennants

Looking for a unique way to commemorate Black History Month in your classroom? Take your educational approach to the next level this February with these Black History Month Bulletin Board Project Posters and Activities. If you've only been discussing the usual figures like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman, it's time to expand your students' horizons. This Black History Month Project delves into the lives and contributions of up to 123 different influential Black Ameri
Preview of Women's History Month Bulletin Board and Research Project for Women in History

Women's History Month Bulletin Board and Research Project for Women in History

Celebrate influential women in history with this engaging Women's History Month Project! Your students can create Women's History Month posters about up to 70 different women for an amazing Women's History Month bulletin board that will inspire and educate everyone who sees it. This Resource Includes:★ A Project Tracker to help you keep track of which students are researching which women in history ★ Step by Step Instructions to guide you through using this Women's History Month project with
Preview of Black History Month Bulletin Board Project Posters Activities BUNDLE

Black History Month Bulletin Board Project Posters Activities BUNDLE

Use this Black History Month Bulletin Board Project Posters and Activities BUNDLE to take your educational approach to the never level this February! This easy-to-use resource includes 123 different individuals- helping you to create a Black History Month bulletin board that is eye catching and educational! If you've only been discussing the usual figures like Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Rosa Parks, and Harriet Tubman, it's time to expand your students' horizons. This set of Black History Month
Preview of Making 10 Math Craft - Ways to Make 10 Rainbow Craft with Friends of 10

Making 10 Math Craft - Ways to Make 10 Rainbow Craft with Friends of 10

Bring the joy of making 10 to life with this vibrant ways to make 10 rainbow craft! Your students will love exploring the friends of 10 while creating a fun making 10 rainbow that doubles as a hands-on learning tool. This engaging math activity is the perfect way to help your students master the concept of making ten through a fun and memorable math craftivity. Here's What You Get: ✅ Rainbow Craftivity Templates: Engage your students in making 10 with easy-to-use patterns that guide them in
Preview of Go Math Practice - First Grade - All Chapters BUNDLE - Printable and Digital

Go Math Practice - First Grade - All Chapters BUNDLE - Printable and Digital

These Go Math Practice Pages for all chapters will give your students the exposure they need to be successful! Math strategies and concepts can be difficult for young students to apply independently- especially when they haven’t had enough practice with the format of questions we use on our assessments. This resource will change that! A digital version of the Go Math Practice Pages is included which can be used with Google Slides and assigned through Google Classroom. PLEASE NOTE: THIS RESOU
Preview of Diversity Reports BUNDLE with Hispanic Heritage Month Bulletin Board Project +

Diversity Reports BUNDLE with Hispanic Heritage Month Bulletin Board Project +

This Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrate diversity in your classroom with this incredible bundle! Featuring report pennants perfect for a Hispanic Heritage Month bulletin board or Hispanic Heritage Month project, as well as activities for Native American Heritage Month, Black History Month, and more, this bundle has everything you need. Your classroom will be set and ready to inspire diversity for heritage months during the year. Use this all-in-one resource to cover: Hispanic Heritage MonthN
Preview of Editable Getting to Know Your Child Parent Survey Questionnaire Back to School

Editable Getting to Know Your Child Parent Survey Questionnaire Back to School

Imagine kicking off the new school year already equipped with inside knowledge about your students! That's exactly what you get with this Editable Getting to Know Your Child Parent Survey Questionnaire. This resource is a surefire way to build a stronger connection with your students from day one. We know that reaching every student in a meaningful way can be a real challenge. It's even harder when we lack a comprehensive understanding of their background, unique personality, and learning styl
Preview of Go Math Chapter 1 Addition Concepts, First Grade

Go Math Chapter 1 Addition Concepts, First Grade

Addition concepts can be difficult for young students to grasp- especially when they haven’t had enough practice with the format of questions we use on our assessments. This resource can be used in a variety of ways to give your kids the exposure they need to be successful! PLEASE NOTE: THIS RESOURCE IS ALIGNED TO THE 2016 VERSION OF GO MATH FOR 1ST GRADE. It is not aligned to the 2023 version. NOTE: This product was created as an unofficial companion to the Go Math! program and is NOT endors
Preview of Go Math Chapter 4 Subtraction Strategies, First Grade

Go Math Chapter 4 Subtraction Strategies, First Grade

Subtractions strategies can be difficult for young students to apply independently- especially when they haven’t had enough practice with the format of questions we use on our assessments. This resource can be used in a variety of ways to give your kids the exposure they need to be successful! PLEASE NOTE: THIS RESOURCE IS ALIGNED TO THE 2016 VERSION OF GO MATH FOR 1ST GRADE. It is not aligned to the 2023 version. NOTE: This product was created as an unofficial companion to the Go Math! progra
Preview of Math Craftivity for Fact Families Addition and Subtraction - Fact Families Craft

Math Craftivity for Fact Families Addition and Subtraction - Fact Families Craft

Engage your students in hands-on learning with this creative math craftivity for fact families (addition and subtraction)! This fact families craft is a fun and effective way to practice related facts while creating an eye-catching display. Perfect for whole class activities, small groups, or centers, this fact families addition and subtraction craftivity is a must-have for reinforcing essential math skills. Here's What You Get: ✅ Comprehensive Directions: Receive clear instructions for prepari
Preview of Happy Birthday Cards for Students - Editable Certificates to Celebrate Birthdays

Happy Birthday Cards for Students - Editable Certificates to Celebrate Birthdays

No more last-minute scrambling for birthday cards! These Editable Happy Birthday Cards for Students will help you effortlessly bring smiles without the scramble. Perfect for class birthdays, these customizable Happy Birthday certificates ensure no student feels left out.  Here’s What You Get:✅ Printable Happy Birthday Cards: Personalize them with students' names, your name, and the date to add a special touch to their birthday ✅ Two Different Size Options: Full-sized and half-sheet options fo
Preview of Go Math - First Grade - Chapter 8 - Two Digit Addition and Subtraction

Go Math - First Grade - Chapter 8 - Two Digit Addition and Subtraction

Help all of your students understand how to add and subract two digit numbers with these fabulous extra practice pages! PLEASE NOTE: THIS RESOURCE IS ALIGNED TO THE 2016 VERSION OF GO MATH FOR 1ST GRADE. It is not aligned to the 2023 version. A digital version is included which can be used with Google Slides and added to your Google Classroom.********************************************************************************************************************************************* Checkout th
Preview of Go Math Chapter 6 Count & Model Numbers, First Grade

Go Math Chapter 6 Count & Model Numbers, First Grade

Counting and modeling numbers can be difficult for young students to master- especially when they haven’t had enough practice with the format of questions we use on our assessments. This resource can be used in a variety of ways to give your kids the exposure they need to be successful! PLEASE NOTE: THIS RESOURCE IS ALIGNED TO THE 2016 VERSION OF GO MATH FOR 1ST GRADE. It is not aligned to the 2023 version. NOTE: This product was created as an unofficial companion to the Go Math! program and i
Preview of Friends of Ten and Rainbow to 10 Number Partners Activities and Worksheets Set

Friends of Ten and Rainbow to 10 Number Partners Activities and Worksheets Set

Are your students struggling with the concept of making 10? These Friends of 10 and Rainbow to Ten activities are a fantastic way to give them the practice they need to explore and FINALLY learn number partners and ways to make 10- ensuing a solid foundation in essential math skills.  These Friends of Ten and Rainbow to 10 activities make learning number partners and ways to make 10 fun for kids. Engaging and interactive, they build confidence in math while capturing your students' attention
Preview of Native American Heritage Month Activities for Influential People Bulletin Board

Native American Heritage Month Activities for Influential People Bulletin Board

Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with this engaging research project! Your students will love learning about up to 36 influential people while creating an awesome Native American Heritage Month bulletin board. Differentiated materials provide varying levels of support for diverse learners. Here's What You Get with these Native American Heritage Month Activities:✅ Project Tracker: Easily monitor which students are researching which influential Native American figures, ensuring everyon
Preview of Student Data Tracking Sheets for Reading Growth Progress  in Binder or Folder

Student Data Tracking Sheets for Reading Growth Progress in Binder or Folder

Track student reading progress easily with these Student Data Tracking Sheets for Reading Progress. This student data tracker will transform kids into active participants, helping them visualize growth, foster a growth mindset, and celebrate achievements. It’s a perfect addition to student data binders! Here's What You Get:✅ 4 Student Data Tracking Sheet Versions: Guided Reading (A-Z), DRA (1-80), Lexile (BR-1050), or a customizable blank version to cater to different grading systems ✅ Growt
Preview of Rainbow to 10 Craft & Friends of 10 Math Center Activities for Ways to Make Ten

Rainbow to 10 Craft & Friends of 10 Math Center Activities for Ways to Make Ten

Are your students struggling with the concept of making 10? These bundle of Friends of 10 and Rainbow to Ten activities and math craft are a fantastic way to give them the practice they need to explore and FINALLY learn number partners and ways to make 10- ensuing a solid foundation in essential math skills. Plus, completed rainbow crafts can be displayed as an eye-catching bulletin board for friends of 10 or taken home by students as a study aid. This set of Friends of Ten activities and Rain
Preview of Go Math - First Grade - Chapter 9 - Nonstandard Measurement Time

Go Math - First Grade - Chapter 9 - Nonstandard Measurement Time

Help all of your students understand how to measure and compare length using nonstandard units and tell time to the hour and half hour with these fabulous extra practice pages! PLEASE NOTE: THIS RESOURCE IS ALIGNED TO THE 2016 VERSION OF GO MATH FOR 1ST GRADE. It is not aligned to the 2023 version. NOTE: This product was created as an unofficial companion to the Go Math! program and is NOT endorsed by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company.A digital version is included which can be used
Preview of Go Math Chapter 3 Addition Strategies, First Grade

Go Math Chapter 3 Addition Strategies, First Grade

Addition strategies can be difficult for young students to apply independently- especially when they haven’t had enough practice with the format of questions we use on our assessments. This resource can be used in a variety of ways to give your kids the exposure they need to be successful! PLEASE NOTE: THIS RESOURCE IS ALIGNED TO THE 2016 VERSION OF GO MATH FOR 1ST GRADE. It is not aligned to the 2023 version. NOTE: This product was created as an unofficial companion to the Go Math! program an
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Experience

Hi, I'm Melissa! I’ve been in education since 2007 as a first-grade teacher and now an Elementary ELA Instructional Coach. Along the way, I earned my certification as a Reading Specialist, which deepened my passion and knowledge for literacy instruction. My classroom years taught me the joys (and struggles!) of balancing teaching, planning, and life. These days, I love supporting teachers with practical resources and strategies that actually work in real classrooms.

Teaching style

My approach is all about being intentional- with planning, with instruction, and with the resources I use. I believe lessons should be engaging, effective, and manageable for teachers. I’m passionate about organization, easy differentiation, and purposeful instruction that meets students’ needs without overwhelming teachers.

My own education history

Master of Arts in Reading Specialization — Kean University, 2015 Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education & Psychology — Kean University, 2007 Certified Reading Specialist — 2015 Certified Elementary School Teacher — 2008 Certified Teacher of Preschool through Grade 3 — 2008 Certified Supervisor in Education — in progress, expected 2025

Additional biographical information

My mission is to help teachers work smarter, not harder. I create practical, engaging resources that save teachers time, reduce stress, and make instruction purposeful. My hope is that you’ll leave school with a clear desk, a clear head, and more energy for the people and things you love outside the classroom.