Tidy Up and Teach
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Arizona, United States
About the store
Welcome to Tidy Up and Teach!
I create practical, teacher-tested classroom management and organization resources designed to help early elementary teachers (K–2) save time, reduce stress, and keep their classrooms running smoothly.
My resources focus on:
Classroom organization & routines
Parent communication forms & letters
Student management tools
Simple, meaningful activities that support classroom community
Every product is designed to be:
✔ Easy to use
✔ Low-prep
✔ Classroom-ready
If you’re looking for functional resources that help you stay organized and teach with confidence, you’re in the right place.
Thank you for supporting my small teacher business!
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Valentine’s Day Paper Bag Crafts (K–2) | Printable Low-Prep Templates
Make Valentine’s Day extra fun and hands-on for your K–2 students with these printable paper bag craft templates! These low-prep, engaging Valentine’s Day crafts are perfect for classroom party activities, art centers, or Valentines card holders. Includes 5 adorable designs (Cat, Dog, Frog, Penguin, Panda) — students can choose their favorite and decorate with color, drawings, stickers, and more! Perfect for: Classroom parties Art centers Valentine’s Day crafts & celebrationsTeacher-friendl
PreK - 2nd
Classroom Community
Also included in: Valentine's Day Paper Bag Decorating Ideas
Patriot Day 9/11 Craft (K–2) | Printable Templates + No-Prep Option
Help students honor and remember Patriot Day with this Patriot Day 9/11 craft for K–2! This meaningful, printable craft template allows young learners to brainstorm ideas, express what being a hero means to them, and create a hands-on commemorative project. Perfect for September 11th or Patriot Day instruction, this low-prep activity supports both social studies and writing skills. Includes: • Printable paper craft templates (kids holding flag, “A Hero Is,” hearts — large & small) • Circle ma
K - 2nd
U.S. History, Writing
Editable Field Trip Name Tags
These Editable Field Trip Name Tags are a MUST for your upcoming field trip! Be organized and prepared for your field trip by having a name tag ready for each student in case of emergencies, or if a student were to get lost. These name tags are FULLY editable; you can type in your student's names and your contact information. I recommend including your school name, your name, and your school phone number. Print in color or save ink and print in black and white. I always love to print on Astro
PreK - 2nd
Also included in: Field Trip Printables
Editable Valentine’s Day Party Parent Letter | Classroom Party Letter Template
Easily communicate your Valentine’s Day classroom party details with parents! This editable and printable Parent Letter Template makes sending clear information home fast and easy — perfect for busy teachers. Includes editable fields for date, time, party details, student list, and reminders. Ideal for kindergarten, first-grade, and second-grade classrooms. What's included: Two editable letters (student names, or no names lists) Small editable reminder tags/slips Teacher-friendly features:No
K - 3rd
Classroom Community
MLK Day Craft
Have your students create this super low prep MLK Day Craft to reflect on and learn about the importance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and who he was! Martin Luther King is an important figure to teach about and your students can learn so much through his actions. This meaningful craftivity helps students learn about MLK through a fun and engaging craft.Students can first brainstorm their ideas using a circle map, and then take those ideas to create a meaningful MLK craft. Also included is a
K - 2nd
U.S. History
Field Trip Parent Letter
Easily communicate with your parents about your upcoming field trip with this Field Trip Parent Letter! You'll also get field trip permission forms and/or chaperone letters for the field trip. This field trip parent letter is fully EDITABLE (except for the titles and clip art); you can use the template word for word, use it as a guide, or completely type in your message with your information. I recommend sending home the full sheet letter a week or so before the day of your field trip and then
PreK - 2nd
Classroom Community
Also included in: Field Trip Printables
Thanksgiving Placemat Craft
Create this adorable and special Thanksgiving Placemat Craft with your kiddos this Thanksgiving season. Students will enjoy sharing about things that they are thankful for in this low-prep, engaging, and fun craft. You can also choose to laminate it and make a cute take-home keepsake! This craft is also differentiated for different writing abilities (blank, solid lined, and dotted primary lined) and includes 3 different "sayings" to choose from. Saying include: My plate is full of blessingsM
K - 2nd
Writing
Classroom Donation Request Letter
Easily request classroom supplies from your parents with this Classroom Donation Request Letter! You have the option to list out the supplies you need, or you can create a wish list (e.g. from Amazon or Target), and insert the QR code that parents can easily scan from their phones to view your list and purchase directly from the website. Everything in this classroom wish list template is EDITABLE (clip art and titles are not); you can use the template word for word, as a guide, or completely
PreK - 2nd
Classroom Community
Also included in: Back to School Forms for Parents
Open House Sign In Forms
Get everything you need to have a STRESS-FREE, ORGANIZED, and SUCCESSFUL open house night with these Open House Sign In Forms printables pack! This pack is ideal for your open house during the end of the school year, but you can use everything for an open house during the beginning of the school year too! This pack is so much more than just a sign-in sheet! You'll receive welcome signs, treat signs, editable sign-in sheets, computer welcome signs, student work folder covers, and parent post-it
PreK - 2nd
Field Trip Reflection
If you need an easy and fun activity to do after your field trip, this field trip reflection memory book is it! This field trip writing activity provides your students with a fun, engaging, and meaningful way to share special memories from their field trip. This activity requires NO PREP and can easily be completed. There are six prompts for students to respond to. You can have your students complete all of them, or you can pick and choose which one you would like to use. Each page has two
PreK - 2nd
English Language Arts, For All Subjects, Writing
Also included in: Field Trip Printables
Playdough Christmas Gift Tags
These adorable playdough Christmas gift tags make for such a FUN and EASY Christmas gift to give your students! Seriously, what kid does not like Play-Doh? The tags add a special touch and are sure to put a smile on your students' and parents' faces :) The playdough tags are very quick and easy to use! Simply print, cut, hole punch at the top, and attach ribbon around a plastic goodie bag or directly around the play dough case. The tags are not editable, but you can write to/from on the back of
PreK - 2nd
Classroom Community
Field Day Letter to Parents
Easily communicate with your parents about your school's field day with this Field Day Letter to Parents! Everything in this Field Day parent letter is EDITABLE (clip art and titles are not); you can use the template word for word, use it as a guide, or completely type in your message with your information. You also get a letter template option with a parent volunteer sign-up. I recommend sending home the full sheet letter a week or so before the day of your field day and then sending home the
PreK - 2nd
Classroom Community, Physical Education
Valentine's Day Paper Bag Decorating Ideas
Need some Valentine's Day Paper Bag Decorating Ideas for your class party? Look no further than these ADORABLE and EASY Valentine's Day bag crafts! They will be perfect and so easy to make for your Valentine's Day class party. Students will enjoy sharing what they love, coloring, and creating their Valentine's bags to collect all their gifts and cards! And you will love how easy they are to prep for and how cute they will all turn out! There are 11 different designs included (kids and animal
PreK - 2nd
Classroom Community
End of the Year Kindergarten Writing
Use this engaging, easy, and LOW PREP End of the Year Kindergarten Writing craftivity to have students reflect on and share about their school year! Students will enjoy coloring and putting together this writing craft. It will also make for such a cute bulletin board display in your classroom! This is the perfect activity during the last few weeks or days of school. Have students brainstorm their ideas first using the included bubble maps. This can be done whole group or individually. There
K - 2nd
Writing
Meet the Teacher Introduction Letter
Make a great first impression and introduce yourself to your families with this adorable and chic retro boho Meet the Teacher Introduction Letter! This meet-the-teacher welcome letter is the perfect way to share about yourself, and also provide parents with valuable information including your contact information and class wish list! You can send home this letter during your meet-the-teacher night, back-to-school night/open house, or during the first week of school! Included in the product:Meet
Not Specific
Classroom Community
Halloween Party Letter to Parents
Easily communicate with your parents about your classroom's Halloween Party with this Halloween Party Letter to Parents! This Halloween class party letter is fully EDITABLE; you can use the template word for word as a guide, or completely type in your message with your own information. *titles are not editable. I recommend sending home the full sheet letter a week or so before the day of your party and then sending home the small reminder tags a day or two before the actual day. The letter and
PreK - 2nd
Classroom Community
Tie Father's Day Craft
Have your students create a craft that their dads can WEAR with this adorable Tie Father's Day Craft! Students will enjoy coloring and designing their ties and then can respond to simple writing prompts. This Father's Day craft tie is low prep and easy to make and will make for an adorable gift! These will also make for cute Father's Day pictures your students and families can take! Check out the previews for more info! Included in product:2 Tie Sizes templatesDifferent Tie Designs (picture,
K - 2nd
Writing
Also included in: Kindergarten Fathers Day Crafts
Parent Letters from Teacher
Be prepared ALL YEAR LONG to communicate with parents about school events, parties, and special days with this Parent Letters from Teacher bundle! You will receive full sheet letters and small reminder tags (some events may include more forms). All letters and reminders in this bundle are EDITABLE. You can use the sample templates word for word, as a guide or write your own message! I recommend sending home the full sheet letter a week or so before the event and the small reminder tags a day
PreK - 2nd
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Classroom Information Sheet
Give your parents a "cheat sheet" of all the most important information about your school and class with this Classroom Information Sheet! It will provide your parents with all the essential information in just ONE sheet. Everything in this first day of school parent letter is EDITABLE; you can use the template word for word, as a guide, or completely type in your own message with your own information. This letter would be great to send home during your Meet the Teacher Night, Back to School
PreK - 2nd
Also included in: Back to School Forms for Parents
State Testing Letter to Parents
Easily communicate with your parents about your upcoming State Assessments/Testing with this State Testing Letter to Parents! These Standardized Testing letters are fully EDITABLE (except clip art); you can use the template word for word as a guide, or completely type your message with your information. I recommend sending home the full sheet letter a week or so before your tests and the small reminder tags a day or two before the actual start date. The letter and reminder tag would be great to
K - 3rd
Classroom Community
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About the store
Experience
Welcome to Tidy Up and Teach!
I create practical, teacher-tested classroom management and organization resources designed to help early elementary teachers (K–2) save time, reduce stress, and keep their classrooms running smoothly.
My resources focus on:
Classroom organization & routines
Parent communication forms & letters
Student management tools
Simple, meaningful activities that support classroom community
Every product is designed to be:
✔ Easy to use
✔ Low-prep
✔ Classroom-ready
If you’re looking for functional resources that help you stay organized and teach with confidence, you’re in the right place.
Thank you for supporting my small teacher business!
My own education history
I earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Azusa Pacific University. I then completed a teaching credential in Special Education (Mild to Moderate Disabilities) at California State University, San Bernardino. I also earned a Master of Arts in Special Education from California State University, San Bernardino.
Additional biographical information
I am a former Special Education teacher with experience teaching in a Special Day Class. After several years in the classroom, I transitioned to creating high-quality, classroom-tested resources for teachers while staying home with my two young boys.
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