Sarah Teaches
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Andover, Kansas, United States
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I have taught for 16 years in rural and suburban settings in Kansas.
Classes I have taught include Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Honors Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, Functions/Statistics/Trigonometry (FST), Thinking Mathematically, Informal Geometry, Applications of Math, Math Assist, Geometry Lab, and Algebra 1 Lab.
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System of Inequalities - Linear Programming Project
This linear programming project is used after teaching systems of linear inequalities and incorporates basic business concepts of maximizing profit and minimizing costs. Students will need to read a paragraph and identify the objective, write an objective function, and create a system of constraints. The students will then graph the system and identify the best solution within the feasible region. This activity has minimal preparation time needed. You can print, assign, and go! There are 2 ex
9th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2
CCSS, TEKS
HSA-REI.C.7
, HSA-REI.D.10
, HSA-REI.D.12
+14
Properties of Exponents BINGO (Exponent Rules Activity)
Looking for a way to practice exponent rules? This BINGO game will help your students review properties of exponents in a fun way that requires little prep from the teacher! There are 48 unique bingo cards that are printed 4 to a page. This product includes 50 problems covering the following properties: product of powerspower of a powerpower of a productquotient of powerspower of a quotientnegative exponentzero exponentidentity propertyA traditional approach where the teacher controls the pa
8th - 9th
Algebra
CCSS
8.EE.A.1
, HSA-SSE.B.3
Identifying Opposite, Adjacent, and Hypotenuse Sides in a Right Triangle
Accurately identifying opposite, adjacent, and hypotenuse sides in a right triangle is a vital skill for students to have success in learning right triangle trigonometry. This resource contains a variety of activities to practice identifying the sides with a reference angle. This bundle of both printable and digital activities is perfect for geometry students who are preparing to learn right triangle trig (Soh-Cah-Toa). These resources can be used in the classroom as an independent practice act
9th - 11th
Geometry, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS, TEKS
HSG-SRT.C.6
, MA.9-12.G.9.A
Geometry Transformations Project - Translation, Reflection, Rotation, Dilation
Review geometry transformations with this low-prep geometry transformations project! This comprehensive project that covers translations, reflections, rotations, dilations, and composite transformations! This Geometry Transformations Project has students identify the transformation that moves a preimage to its image. Students will identify the type of transformations, describe the transformation in words, and write the rule for the transformation in mapping notation. This activity has minim
9th - 10th
Geometry, Math
CCSS, TEKS
HSG-CO.A.2
, HSG-CO.A.3
, HSG-CO.A.5
+4
Identifying Exponential Growth and Decay Activities- Exponential Growth vs Decay
Use these Identifying Exponential Growth and Decay Activities to help students solidify their understand of determining exponential growth vs. decay! This resource can be used when introducing this concept or as a review. This is a set of short and sweet exponential growth and decay activities that allows teachers to quickly assess if students know how to tell exponential growth apart from exponential decay using a variety of representations! This resource includes the following: Exponential
8th - 10th
Algebra
CCSS
HSF-LE.A.1c
Degrees, Radians, and the Unit Circle Trig Bingo (Trigonometry Practice)
Working with students on evaluating trig functions with the unit circle? Converting degrees to radians and radians to degrees? This resource can be used during the unit or at the end as a quick review. This is a short and sweet no-prep BINGO activity that allows students to review the basics of unit circle trigonometry. There are 64 unique bingo cards that are printed 4 to a page and 35 unique questions. A traditional approach where the teacher controls the pace of the slide show is included
10th - 11th
Algebra 2, Other (Math), PreCalculus
CCSS
HSF-TF.A.2
Writing Trig Ratios to Solve for a Missing Side (Soh Cah Toa)
Being able to identify opposite, adjacent, and hypotenuse sides in a right triangle and use this knowledge to choose and write a trigonometric ratio is the foundation of mastering right triangle trigonometry. This resource contains a variety of activities to practice choosing and writing trig ratios (sine, cosine, and tangent). This bundle of both printable and digital activities is perfect for geometry students who are beginning to learn right triangle trig (Soh-Cah-Toa). These resources can be
9th - 11th
Geometry, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
HSG-SRT.C.6
, HSG-SRT.C.8
Properties of Exponents Worksheets - Scaffolded Unit over Exponent Rules
Teaching properties of exponents with this scaffolded set of worksheets and quizzes is easy and very low-prep! Problems are divided into 4 levels to allow the teacher to build knowledge of exponent rules at a pace that works with their students. There are 2 quizzes for each level and two end of unit tests. Minimal preparation time is needed - you can print, assign, and go! This resource allows the teacher to differentiate instruction with the different levels, build skills in a way that is ea
8th - 9th
Algebra, Math
CCSS, TEKS
8.EE.A.1
, HSA-SSE.B.3
, MA.8-9.A1.11.B
Writing Trig Ratios - Sin, Cos, and Tan
Writing trigonometric ratios is the first step in learning right triangle trigonometry. This resource contains a variety of activities to practice writing trig ratios (sine, cosine, and tangent). This bundle of both printable and digital activities is perfect for geometry students who are beginning to learn right triangle trig (Soh-Cah-Toa). These resources can be used in the classroom as an independent practice activity, as an assessment of understanding, as a homework assignment, sub plans, o
9th - 11th
Geometry, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
HSG-SRT.C.6
, HSG-SRT.C.7
Exponential Growth and Decay BINGO
Engage students using this Exponential Growth and Decay BINGO Activity to review a variety of concepts. Concepts include determining Exponential Growth vs Decay, identifying growth and decay rates, and graphing exponential functions. This resource can be used during the unit or at the end as a quick review. This is a short and sweet no-prep BINGO activity that allows students to review while saving teachers time from prep work and grading. There are 60 unique bingo cards that are printed 4 to
8th - 9th
Algebra, Math
CCSS
HSF-LE.A.1
, HSF-LE.A.1b
, HSF-LE.A.1c
+1
Factoring by GCF From Polynomials Activity - Digital and Printable Maze (FREE!)
This product is a great (and free!) factoring by GCF activity! This maze is a perfect opportunity to solidify student's understanding of identifying the GCF in preparation to factor the GCF from polynomials! Product Includes: One Maze in 3 file types: Printable PDFGoogle SlidesMicrosoft PowerPointThe maze has 11 questions (students will complete 9 as they follow the path the maze directs). Questions ask students to identify the GCF in a binomial such as 3x+6, 3x^2-x, and 6x^3-18x^2. I find
8th - 9th
Algebra
CCSS
HSA-SSE.B.3
, HSA-SSE.B.3a
Solving Linear Equations Mystery Puzzles Digital Activity
Solving Linear Equations is a key unit in multiple math classes. This bundle of activities includes solving one-step equations, solving two-step equations, solving multi-step equations, solving equations with variables on both sides, solving equations using the distributive property, and solving equations with special cases such as no solution and infinitely many solutions. If you are looking for a way to hold students' attention while reviewing and practicing solving linear equations, this i
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math
CCSS, TEKS
8.EE.C.7
, 8.EE.C.7a
, 8.EE.C.7b
+3
Transformations of Absolute Value Functions - Notes, Worksheet, Activity, Videos
This transformations of absolute value functions is the perfect resource to provide thorough and engaging practice. Students will complete notes, an activity, and independent practice worksheet when working through this resource. Students will work with transformations of absolute values including horizontal and vertical translations, reflections, vertical stretches and shrinks, and horizontal stretches and shrinks. This activity has minimal preparation time needed. You can print, assign, and
9th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
HSF-IF.C.7
, HSF-BF.B.3
, MA.9-12.A2.6.C
+4
Factoring Trinomials Activity (Set of 4 Mystery Puzzles and Worksheets)
Students will use this engaging, no-prep activity to practice factoring trinomials (a=1, a > 1, and special products) while receiving immediate feedback! This resource contains FOUR different sets of factoring practice problems in Mystery Puzzle form. Mystery Puzzles add an extra level of fun over a simple factoring trinomials worksheet and are quick and easy to assign. Also included are accompanying handouts that can be used to encourage students to show work. In this easy-to-assign, self
9th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
CCSS, TEKS
HSA-SSE.A.2
, HSA-SSE.B.3
, HSA-SSE.B.3a
+2
Also included in: Factoring Polynomials Mystery Puzzle BUNDLE
Finding Slope Activity Bundle (from table, two points, and graphs)
This bundle is a comprehensive review of different ways to find slope - finding slope from two points, calculating slope from a graph or a table, and rewriting an equation to identify slope. Why use a boring worksheet on slope when you can have engaging activities that are no-prep and self-checking? This bundle of both printable and digital activities is perfect for 8th graders learning slope and Pre-Algebra and Algebra 1 students reviewing slope in high school. These resources can be used i
8th - 9th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS, TEKS
8.EE.B.5
, 7.RP.A.2b
, HSF-IF.B.6
+1
Factoring Trinomials Mystery Puzzle - Mixed Review (FREE!)
This is an easy-to-assign, self-correcting factoring trinomials activity. Students will practice 9 different problems review factoring polynomials. In this easy-to-assign, self-correcting activity, students will factor a set of polynomials using Google Sheets. If students enter the correct answer, the answer box turns green and part of the picture appears. If students enter an incorrect answer, the answer box turns red so they know to try again. This activity is no prep and gives students inst
8th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
CCSS, TEKS
HSA-SSE.A.2
, HSA-SSE.B.3
, HSA-SSE.B.3a
+2
Factoring Polynomials Mystery Puzzle BUNDLE
Factoring polynomials covers a wide variety of problems and approaches. Between Algebra 1 and Algebra 2, students learn to factor trinomials, factor 4 term polynomials by grouping, factor difference of two squares, and factor sum and difference of cubes. This bundle combines these popular mystery puzzles into one cost-saving resource containing 16 puzzles, multiple bonuses, and over 150 factoring problems. In this no-prep, easy-to-assign, self-correcting activity, students will factor polynom
9th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
CCSS, TEKS
HSA-SSE.A.2
, HSA-SSE.B.3
, HSA-SSE.B.3a
+4
Writing Linear Equations from a Graph Worksheet and Sink the Ships Activity
Looking for a way to review or practice writing linear equations from a graph? This interactive Sink the Ships activity and the accompanying worksheets are perfect for any Pre-Algebra or Algebra 1 class! This product contains 36 different problems where students will write equations of lines from a variety of graphs. These graphs include vertical lines, horizontal lines, and lines with both positive and negative slopes. In these easy-to-assign, self-correcting activities, students will practic
8th - 9th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS, TEKS
8.F.B.4
, HSF-LE.A.2
, MA.8-9.A1.2.B
+1
Factoring Sum and Difference of Cubes Mystery Puzzles (Set of 4)
Factoring sum of cubes and factoring difference of cubes is a key concept within the topic of factoring polynomials. This resource contains FOUR different sets of factoring sum and difference of cubes practice problems in Mystery Puzzle form! In this no-prep, easy-to-assign, self-correcting activity, students will factor sums and differences of cubes. If students enter the correct answer, the answer box turns green and part of the picture appears. If students enter an incorrect answer, the ans
9th - 11th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
CCSS, TEKS
HSA-SSE.A.2
, HSA-SSE.B.3
, HSA-SSE.B.3a
+1
Also included in: Factoring Polynomials Mystery Puzzle BUNDLE
Factoring Difference of Squares Mystery Puzzle Activity - Factoring Polynomials
Students will use this engaging, no-prep activity to practice factoring polynomials in the form of difference of squares while receiving immediate feedback! This resource contains FOUR different sets of factoring practice problems in Mystery Puzzle form. Mystery Puzzles add an extra level of fun over a simple factoring difference of squares worksheet and are quick and easy to both assign and assess. In this easy-to-assign, self-correcting activity, students will factor a set of binomials using
8th - 10th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Math
CCSS, TEKS
HSA-SSE.A.2
, HSA-SSE.B.3
, HSA-SSE.B.3a
+1
Also included in: Factoring Polynomials Mystery Puzzle BUNDLE
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About the store
Experience
I have taught for 16 years in rural and suburban settings in Kansas.
Classes I have taught include Algebra 1, Geometry, Algebra 2, Honors Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, Functions/Statistics/Trigonometry (FST), Thinking Mathematically, Informal Geometry, Applications of Math, Math Assist, Geometry Lab, and Algebra 1 Lab.
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Teaching style
I enjoy using a variety of activities in my classroom including digital resources, task cards, scavenger hunts, math games, hands-on projects, and more! I love to get my students up and moving around while working in small groups or independently.
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Awards & shining teacher moments
- Team Leader on the Scope and Sequence Development Team for my school district that serves 6,000 students
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- Served on Kansas Standard Setting Panel for the Kansas Department of Education
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- Member of the Kansas State Network of Educators (Working with Smarter Balance Assessments)
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- Presenter at South Central Kansas Teachers of Mathematics Conference
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My own education history
Masters of Science - Curriculum Leadership - Curriculum Design
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~ Emporia State University (2012)
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Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education - Mathematics
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~ Wichita State University (2009)
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Additional biographical information
I am a smart, fun, goal-oriented, driven person who enjoys tackling challenges. I'm extremely creative, motivated, and passionate. One of my favorite parts of teaching is developing and writing curriculum that makes learning outcomes clear and easy to learn. I am excellent with communication, problem-solving, and design skills. I also enjoy helping teachers find time for their personal interests and hobbies and work-life balance through my Teachers Pay Teachers store.
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In my personal life, I enjoy being a mom to my daughter, working on home renovation projects, personal finance, reading, cooking, and travel.
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