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The Naturally Creative Classroom

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Geneva, Illinois, United States
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Welcome to my shop! I'm so happy you are here! I have experience as an elementary teacher (K-5), teacher mentor, guest teacher and mom. The belief that ALL students can be creative thinkers guides all that I do. I am certified to teach gifted education and have my ESL endorsement. Elementary Math and integrated unit planning are my favorite subjects to teach. There is a little something for everyone in my shop! Please feel free to contact me with any questions!
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Preview of Design the North Pole: Christmas Math Project for Area & Coordinate Graphing

Design the North Pole: Christmas Math Project for Area & Coordinate Graphing

Bring holiday cheer and academic rigor together with this hands-on Christmas Math Project that turns your classroom into a winter wonderland of learning! Perfect for 3rd–5th grade, this engaging activity reinforces area, perimeter, arrays, factor pairs, multiplication, and coordinate graphing—all while students design their own version of the North Pole! Whether you're looking for a festive math center, a December project-based learning activity, or a creative way to review geometry and map s
Preview of Telling vs. Tattling SEL Lesson  Social Story & Discussion Slides

Telling vs. Tattling SEL Lesson Social Story & Discussion Slides

Help students understand the difference between tattling and telling with this clear, engaging social-emotional learning (SEL) slideshow. Perfect for PBIS, back-to-school, classroom guidance lessons, or small group instruction, this resource teaches students how to use “I feel” statements, speak up respectfully, and know when it’s important to report something to an adult. This 23-slide presentation is available in both PowerPoint and Google Slides, making it easy to use in any classroom
Preview of Rekenrek Worksheets PDF | Number Sense, Fact Fluency & Word Problems

Rekenrek Worksheets PDF | Number Sense, Fact Fluency & Word Problems

Boost your students’ number sense and fact fluency with this engaging set of Rekenrek worksheets—perfect for Kindergarten through 2nd Grade! Whether you're leading Rekenrek number talks, reinforcing basic facts, or building math confidence, this resource is packed with hands-on practice that makes learning stick. Ideal for math stations, intervention groups, morning work, or homework, these print-and-digital activities help students visualize numbers, explore multiple strategies, and strengt
Preview of The Golden Rule Respect Lesson  SEL Game, Poster & Activities K–3

The Golden Rule Respect Lesson SEL Game, Poster & Activities K–3

Help students truly understand what it means to treat others with kindness and respect through this engaging Golden Rule SEL lesson. Perfect for Kindergarten through 3rd Grade, this resource goes beyond the phrase “treat others as you wish to be treated” by showing students why it matters—and how to practice it in real life. This behavior lesson includes 5 powerful components: Setting a Purpose, Teaching Examples, Activities, a Poster, Role Playing, and Reinforcement Activities. It also feat
Preview of Butterfly Life Cycle Center | Reading, Writing & Science Activity

Butterfly Life Cycle Center | Reading, Writing & Science Activity

Butterfly Life CycleBring science to life with this engaging Butterfly Life Cycle Center! Perfect for spring or fall, this hands-on activity blends reading, writing, and science as students explore the stages of a butterfly’s transformation. Students can read books, observe classroom butterflies, or visit student-friendly websites to learn about the life cycle. Then, they’ll sequence the stages, write about each phase, and optionally assemble a diagram on construction paper—making a beaut
Preview of Valentine’s Day Math 3rd Grade | Puzzles, Graphs & Hidden Pictures

Valentine’s Day Math 3rd Grade | Puzzles, Graphs & Hidden Pictures

Make math sweet this February with this Valentine’s Day Math Activities Pack for 3rd Grade! Packed with festive puzzles, riddles, hidden pictures, and themed word problems, this spiral review keeps students engaged while reinforcing key math skills. Perfect for Valentine’s Day math centers, early finishers, morning work, or small group enrichment. This resource is Common Core aligned, includes both printable (color + B&W) and digital Google Slides versions, and comes with a full answer
Preview of Classroom Behavior Expectations | Respect & PBIS Slideshow for K–3

Classroom Behavior Expectations | Respect & PBIS Slideshow for K–3

🧠 Classroom Behavior Expectations Respect & PBIS Slideshow for K–3Set the tone for a respectful, inclusive classroom with this Classroom Behavior Expectations Slideshow! Designed for whole class instruction, small groups, PBIS lessons, or SEL blocks, this resource helps students understand what respectful behavior looks and sounds like through clear visuals and guided discussion. Perfect for back-to-school, behavior refreshers, or social-emotional learning, this slideshow makes it easy to
Preview of Christmas Math Worksheets 4th Grade | Puzzles, Riddles & Hidden Pictures

Christmas Math Worksheets 4th Grade | Puzzles, Riddles & Hidden Pictures

Make December math magical with this Christmas Math Worksheet Bundle for 4th Grade! Packed with festive puzzles, riddles, logic problems, and hidden pictures, this resource keeps students engaged while reviewing key math concepts. Whether you're prepping for Christmas math centers, early finishers, or holiday enrichment, this bundle brings the cheer and the challenge! Aligned to Common Core standards and available in printable (color + B&W) and digital formats, it’s perfect for whole group
Preview of Rekenrek Mastery Kit for K–2: Hands-On Math Games, Worksheets & Assessments!

Rekenrek Mastery Kit for K–2: Hands-On Math Games, Worksheets & Assessments!

Ready to turn your students into Rekenrek rockstars? This all-in-one Rekenrek Activities Unit for 2nd Grade (also perfect for Kindergarten and 1st Grade!) is packed with everything you need to build strong number sense through subitizing, grouping, and visual math strategies. Whether you're leading Rekenrek number talks, assigning Rekenrek worksheets for independent practice, or diving into math centers, this resource brings the fun and focus your classroom needs! 🎉 What Makes This Rekenr
Preview of Bucket Filling School SEL Presentation | Empathy & Feelings for K–5

Bucket Filling School SEL Presentation | Empathy & Feelings for K–5

Create a culture of kindness, empathy, and emotional awareness with this Bucket Filling School SEL Presentation! Based on the popular metaphor that every person carries an invisible bucket representing their emotional well-being, this resource helps students understand how their actions can fill or dip into others’ buckets. Perfect for whole-class social skills lessons, small groups, or school counselor sessions, this presentation gives students a visual language to talk about their feel
Preview of Christmas Math Activities 5th Grade | Digital Puzzles, Fractions & Graphing

Christmas Math Activities 5th Grade | Digital Puzzles, Fractions & Graphing

Make math merry this season with this Christmas Math Activities Pack for 5th Grade! Designed to be both easy to use and highly engaging, this festive bundle helps students review key math concepts through puzzles, riddles, hidden pictures, and logic challenges. Whether you're planning Christmas math centers, morning work, or holiday enrichment, this resource brings joyful learning to your classroom. Available in printable (color + B&W) and digital formats, it’s perfect for whole group, sma
Preview of Candy Math Activities | M&M & Rainbow Math for Graphing & Fluency

Candy Math Activities | M&M & Rainbow Math for Graphing & Fluency

Sweeten up your math block with this engaging Candy Math Activity Pack featuring both M&M math and Rainbow candy math options! Perfect for grades 2–5, this resource blends fun with rigor through graphing, sorting, estimating, and more. Whether you're using it for math centers, small groups, spiral review, or a tasty classroom treat, this pack makes math feel like a celebration. Includes both printable (color + B&W) and digital Google Slides versions, so you can easily differentiate and
Preview of Tattling vs Telling SEL Lesson | Social Story, Boom Cards & Poster

Tattling vs Telling SEL Lesson | Social Story, Boom Cards & Poster

Help your students build emotional intelligence and conflict resolution skills with this Tattling vs. Telling Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) resource! Perfect for K–3 classrooms, this interactive lesson teaches students how to recognize the difference between reporting serious concerns and tattling over minor issues—using clear examples, engaging visuals, and hands-on practice. Whether you're kicking off the school year, reinforcing PBIS expectations, or supporting small group social skills,
Preview of How to Cook a Turkey | Thanksgiving Writing & Craft Grades 2–5

How to Cook a Turkey | Thanksgiving Writing & Craft Grades 2–5

Your students will LOVE this How to Cook a Turkey Thanksgiving Writing Activity—and so will their families! Designed for Grades 2–5, this resource teaches how-to writing through a fun, seasonal lens. Students will practice sequencing, transition words, and paragraph writing, then complete a simple craft to showcase their work. Perfect for whole group, writing workshop, distance learning, or as a take-home Thanksgiving booklet. Includes both print and digital versions (Google Slides co
Preview of Spring Spiral Math Review | 5th Grade Fun & No-Prep Activities

Spring Spiral Math Review | 5th Grade Fun & No-Prep Activities

Spring into math mastery with this engaging, no-prep Spring Spiral Math Pack for 5th grade! Packed with colorful challenges, logic puzzles, and skill-boosting review, this resource covers a wide range of Common Core Math Standards—from fractions and decimals to graphing and equations. Perfect for spring review, small groups, early finishers, or test prep. Many activities are self-checking, and a full answer key is included! ✏️ What’s IncludedSpring Coordinate Graphing Mystery Picture (Q
Preview of Winter Math Activities 3rd Grade | Digital Puzzles, Fractions & Graphs

Winter Math Activities 3rd Grade | Digital Puzzles, Fractions & Graphs

Make math feel like winter fun with this Digital + Printable Winter Math Pack for 3rd Grade! Packed with puzzles, hidden pictures, riddles, and seasonal word problems, this resource keeps students engaged while reviewing key math concepts. Perfect for winter math centers, early finishers, morning work, or small group enrichment. This resource is Common Core aligned, includes both Google Slides and printable versions (color + B&W), and comes with a full answer key for easy checking! ❄️ Wh
Preview of Fall Math Pack 3rd–5th Grade  Puzzles, Graphing & Hidden Picture Fun

Fall Math Pack 3rd–5th Grade Puzzles, Graphing & Hidden Picture Fun

Make math feel like play this autumn with this Fall Math Pack for 3rd–5th Grade! Packed with 30 pages of engaging, standards-aligned activities, this resource helps students sharpen their math skills through seasonal puzzles, word problems, graphing, and a hidden picture challenge. Whether you're planning fall math centers, morning work, or small group review, this bundle brings festive fun and academic rigor together. Perfect for spiral review, intervention, or early finishers, and align
Preview of SEL Behavior Mega Bundle | 20+ Lessons & Posters ($69 Value!)

SEL Behavior Mega Bundle | 20+ Lessons & Posters ($69 Value!)

Save over 20% with this SEL Behavior Mega Bundle—$69 worth of resources for one low price! This bundle is packed with $76 worth of behavior management and SEL resources—all designed to help you build a positive classroom community, reduce disruptions, and teach essential life skills. Whether you're leading morning meetings, supporting small groups, or rolling out school-wide PBIS, this bundle gives you everything you need to respond proactively and effectively. Social Emotional Learning act
Preview of Respect in the Lunchroom | PBIS & SEL Behavior Presentation for K–3

Respect in the Lunchroom | PBIS & SEL Behavior Presentation for K–3

Teach students how to show respect in the lunchroom with this engaging, interactive PowerPoint presentation! Designed for K–3 learners, this resource offers a child-friendly definition of respect and concrete examples of how to treat yourself, others, and shared spaces with care during mealtime. Perfect for PBIS, back-to-school routines, behavior refreshers, or social skills groups, this presentation uses clear visuals and student-friendly language to help learners build a culture
Preview of Building Trust SEL Bundle | Classroom Respect & Responsibility for K–5

Building Trust SEL Bundle | Classroom Respect & Responsibility for K–5

Help students understand why trust matters and how to build it intentionally with this Building Trust SEL Bundle! Perfect for K–5 classrooms, this resource teaches students why they want to earn trust, how they can lose it, and the real-life consequences of both—through interactive lessons, visuals, and guided discussions. Use it during morning meetings, SEL blocks, or character education lessons to foster a classroom culture built on respect, responsibility, and integrity. What’
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Experience

Welcome to my shop! I'm so happy you are here! I have experience as an elementary teacher (K-5), teacher mentor, guest teacher and mom. The belief that ALL students can be creative thinkers guides all that I do. I am certified to teach gifted education and have my ESL endorsement. Elementary Math and integrated unit planning are my favorite subjects to teach. There is a little something for everyone in my shop! Please feel free to contact me with any questions!

Teaching style

I strive to make my students self-directed through activities and units that are engaging and make students want to be involved in the material. Differentiation is also a goal of mine. I want to reach all levels of learners through scaffolding my lessons.

Awards & shining teacher moments

I was honored to be chosen to teach The Daily 5 and Cafe to my fellow teachers and others in the district. I was also asked to be a Teacher Mentor and had have had two student teachers and a constant stream of teaching students from the local college. I love bringing up the next generation of teachers!

My own education history

I graduated with a Masters of Arts in Teaching from National-Louis University. I have an undergraduate degree in English and Rhetoric with a minor in Cultural Anthropology. I am certified to teach Gifted Education.

Additional biographical information

I enjoy reading, knitting and the arts. I am involved in my local mom's group as Craft Mom. I really love making crafts for myself and my family. I love to teach new skills to those around me. I guess I chose the correct profession :)