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Albany, New York, United States
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17 Years, Grades 1-2
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Preview of Camp Learn-a-Lot - FUN activities to support a camping theme!

Camp Learn-a-Lot - FUN activities to support a camping theme!

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This is FULL of FUN camping activities to review concepts learned over the course of the school year. It is meant for K-2, but can easily extend up to 3-4 as a way to review concepts. You will receive: -A Camping Book List -"Setting the Scene" - How to Decorate Your Room -Camping Word Splash -Comprehension questions for camping-themed read aloud -2 camping poems….one with a Word (Verbs/Rhymes) Hunt, one with a Point of View Response w/text evidence -Recipe for Classroom S'mores -Recipe for
Preview of Halloween Science & Experiments, 4 FUN activities!

Halloween Science & Experiments, 4 FUN activities!

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This is a package of 4 Halloween Science Experiments/Activities: - Monster Science - Dissolving Pumpkins - Dancing Worms - Spooky Slime For all experiments (with the exception of Spooky Slime), there is a "lab report" for students to complete as they work through the scientific method. Aligned to Grade 2 Science Fusion text in regards to terminology used: Investigate, Hypothesis, Draw Conclusions, and Communicate. However, can be used without the series, of course. A fun way to keep
Preview of How to Be a ___ Grader - A How to Book for End-of-the-Year Writing

How to Be a ___ Grader - A How to Book for End-of-the-Year Writing

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A fun end-of-the-year writing activity for your students. They take the role of an "expert" and write a "How to" book about that grade level for your next class {in the fall.} A variety of topics are covered: homework, classroom rules, science, physical education, etc. Pick the ones that work for you! - Mentor Text list included - 2 sizes of book: full or half sheet - Covers for K, 1, 2, 3, and 4 - Many writing topics/headlines to choose from - About the Author Page included
Preview of 24 FUN Word Work and Spelling Practice Activities for Independent Workers

24 FUN Word Work and Spelling Practice Activities for Independent Workers

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This is a collection of some of our favorite Word Work/Spelling Activities. You will find 24 pages of different activities...great for literacy stations/centers, homework, parent helper stations, deskwork/seatwork, etc. Included: ABC order, Spelling Sentences, Rainbow Words, Sailboat Spelling,Write it 2 Ways, Vowel Hunt, 3x each, Magic Words, Wagon Wheel Words, Word Pyramids, Illustrate Your Words, Cursive Worrds, Dial-a-Word, Fancy Words, Create-a-Comic Create-a-Wordsearch, Sign Language S
Preview of Kindness Counts Scoot Game, End of the Year Writing to Promote Bucket Filling

Kindness Counts Scoot Game, End of the Year Writing to Promote Bucket Filling

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Directions are included in the packet. Basically, students move from seat to seat and write kind words to their classmates. This is a "Scoot Game" where students have a chance to visit each classmate's seat and leave them some kind words. This would be great for the End-of-the-Year, Valentine's Day, or anytime to promote kind words and Bucket Filling. Students will have a keepsake of kind words from each of their classmates and will be beaming at the conclusion of the activity. Included: D
Preview of Hatching Ducks Powerpoint

Hatching Ducks Powerpoint

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This is a Power Point Presentation which Teaches students about the Duck Egg, Incubation, Hatching, Adaptations, Habitats, Feathers, and Male Vs. Female Traits. Slides are colorful with beautiful illustrations, diagrams, and photographs. Great for a classroom hatching ducks this spring!
Preview of Mother's Day Gift, A Diamond (Poem) For Mom - Template & Writing Paper

Mother's Day Gift, A Diamond (Poem) For Mom - Template & Writing Paper

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This is always a FAVORITE gift for mom for Mother's Day---after all, what mom doesn't want a DIAMOND (poem)? This pack provides students with a template to follow to create their poem as well as a final copy page. I'd suggest printing it on colored card stock and laminating. A little bit of sparkle/glitter would add to it, as well! There is also an example poem done for you, as well as templates and final copy pages that read "Someone Special" for those students who may not have a mother to
Preview of Balto and the Great Race (Totally True Adventures Series) - Comprehension Packet

Balto and the Great Race (Totally True Adventures Series) - Comprehension Packet

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This comprehension packet is geared for 2nd/3rd graders and is pretty basic and simple. It is perfect for students who can decode accurately but are still building stamina and comprehension skills. There are 1-3 questions per chapter.
Preview of Sailboat Spelling - Word Work Activity

Sailboat Spelling - Word Work Activity

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This is an independent Word Work activity. It would be great for homework, too! Students practice their weekly spelling words and write them "sailboat style" - one letter at a time until it looks like a sailboat. Enjoy!
Preview of Charlotte's Web Supplemental Activity Pack

Charlotte's Web Supplemental Activity Pack

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This is a packet of activities to work on alongside a reading of Charlotte's Web. Included in this packet: Character Trait "Maps" Writing with Text Evidence: How {character} changed Character Interview (students assume role of a character and answer questions as the character would) Favorite Part - Written/drawn response to text Comparing the Book and the Movie Word Search
Preview of Back to School/Beginning (or End) of the Year Writing, Student "Resume" Writing

Back to School/Beginning (or End) of the Year Writing, Student "Resume" Writing

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This is a fun End-of-the-Year writing activity. Students fill out a "resume" for a spot in the next grade level. Students give their "experience", strengths, and goals for the upcoming grade level. Included are Resume templates for students entering grades 1-4. If you would like another grade level, message me and I can add it to the file for you to purchase.
Preview of Miss Daisy is Crazy Comprehension Packet

Miss Daisy is Crazy Comprehension Packet

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This packet has between 1-3 questions for each chapter of the book. Questions require students to go back and located "evidence" of their answers within the text. The final question has students reflect back on how the character changed throughout the book.
Preview of Penguin Feather Experiment, Lab/Record Sheet

Penguin Feather Experiment, Lab/Record Sheet

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This printable walks your students through the scientific process in regards to penguins and their waterproof feathers. Students will make observations, form a hypothesis, follow a plan/procedure, and report their findings.
Preview of I Scream, You Scream…  Ice Cream-Themed Activities for the Primary Classroom

I Scream, You Scream… Ice Cream-Themed Activities for the Primary Classroom

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This is a great pack to implement a "mini unit" on ice cream or to supplement ideas/activities you might already have. You will receive: a Making Words Info sheet (with possible words and letter "chunks" to focus on), letter tiles, and two recording sheets for the word ICE CREAM, a Close Reading overview, Close Reading Informational Ice Cream passage, Comprehension questions, Tally Recording Sheet & Graph Page for "Favorite Ice Cream Flavor" survey, Design a Sundae printable, ICE CREAM Acrosti
Preview of Nocturnal Animals - PEBBLE GO Note-taking and Beginner Research Guide

Nocturnal Animals - PEBBLE GO Note-taking and Beginner Research Guide

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This packet is to be used alongside PEBBLE GO - an amazing subscription service available at www.pebblego.com. It is meant to be a brief introduction to Nocturnal Animals whereas the students take notes from the website. Students then choose a nocturnal animal that they'd like to learn more about. They generate questions, take notes, and complete a simple research "poster" to share information about their nocturnal animal. Again, PEBBLE GO is a subscription service (worth every penny!) - and
Preview of Reading Poetry Month by Month, Back-to-School Printables

Reading Poetry Month by Month, Back-to-School Printables

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This is a packet of 40 poems - 4 seasonal poems for each month of the school year as well as 6 "Response to Poetry" printables. Establish a love of poetry in your classroom with these weekly poems and activities!
Preview of Mystery Skype Classroom Guide

Mystery Skype Classroom Guide

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This guide will help you get started with a Mystery Skype for Mystery State - a great way to connect with classrooms around the country while practicing important geography skills. You will receive: - an overview & explanation of how it connects with all areas of the curriculum - A simple "Getting Started" Guide - Roles & Responsibilities Explanation Page - Binder Cover to create an organizational binder to store materials/paperwork - Sample Questions for Mystery State - Printables for:
Preview of Weather and Seasons PowerPoint

Weather and Seasons PowerPoint

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This would be a great way to introduce topics throughout a weather study or could be used as a review at the end of a unit. Topics covered: - Weather Tools (thermometer/anemometer) - 4 Seasons - The Water Cycle - Dangerous/Bad Weather
Preview of Vocabulary Journal/Booklet

Vocabulary Journal/Booklet

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This is a half-page-sized booklet for recording vocabulary words. This would be great in small groups (i.e. guided reading groups) or during a science or social studies unit. Tiered Vocabulary is a shift in the Common Core, and this is one way to be sure you are including it in your classroom!
Preview of Superbowl The Big Game Football Word Work & Spelling Activities

Superbowl The Big Game Football Word Work & Spelling Activities

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This is a set of 5 word work/spelling activities for your primary classroom! Activities include: Football ABC Order Noun/Verb/Adjective Sort with Football Words Touchdown Spelling (3 times each) Super (Bowl) Sentences Spelling Score! (Partner game with die) Your students will love using these during the football season and leading up to the BIG GAME!
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About the store

Experience

17 Years, Grades 1-2

Teaching style

Balanced Literacy

Awards & shining teacher moments

Part of NYS Early Education Common Core Alignment Project in the Summer of 2012 and follow-up project in Spring 2015.

My own education history

M.S. Literacy

Additional biographical information

I love creating activities...just wish I had more time to do it! :)