Abby Winstead

A collection of ten desktop publishing activities, this packet can be completed using Word, Publisher, or both. I use it in my class as an enrichment activity, for students to work through after finishing their regular projects, but it can just as easily be used as an assignment. Each activity features clear instructions, as well as a sample finished product to eliminate student confusion. This packet would also be great to include in an emergency sub folder- there is more than enough work to k

A blank 16 x 20 grid that allows students to create their own word search or crossword puzzles. Creating word puzzles is a great activity to reinforce vocabulary, to include in an emergency substitute folder, or to assign to students as an enrichment project. This basic blank grid makes it easy for students to create their own activities.

If you've ever tried to contact a parent by phone regarding student behavior in the classroom, you know that, more often than not, the phone numbers listed in the computer are out of date and no good. I've found that sending a letter home is the fastest way to communicate with a parent about a child's behavior. This document contains two letters: the first is a letter addressing poor behavior and includes a list of the 21 most common behavior issues, including excessive talking, lack of effort,

This download contains two PDFs, one for tracking attendance and one for recording grades. While most schools use an online program for entering grades, it's still a good idea to have a hard copy, just in case. These files are designed to mimic what you'd find in a standard grade book, but they can be inserted in to a teacher planner or three ring binder.

As teachers, how many times a day do we hear students say this? Not only is it exasperating, but it isn't at all helpful to students. This poster lists five alternatives to that pesky answer, so that students can begin to replace the phrase with questions that enable learning.

This activity is a fun way for all students, even the young ones, to learn about and demonstrate some of the features that Word has to offer. A few of the skills they'll learn or practice are: text boxes, shapes, and text wrapping. Even my high school students enjoy creating, and then printing and coloring, this assignment. It would be the perfect addition to a sub folder.

A PDF permission slip for watching movies/videos/films in class.

A zip file of five different collages, each featuring a photo of Eleanor Roosevelt and the quote "no one can make you feel inferior without your consent". Two of the collages include a three sentence summary of Ms. Roosevelt's contribution to human rights activism.

A trendy printable poster with a list of classroom expectations. These are the rules I use in my high school classroom. Want it with your own colors, rules, or fonts? I'd be happy to personalize a poster upon request.

A printable poster that reads: "Believe There is Good in the World". An encouraging addition to any classroom or office. Want it in your school or classroom colors? I can customize fonts and colors upon request.

A printable poster with a quote that reads: the future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. Want it in your school or classroom colors? I can customize colors and fonts upon request.

Printable poster that reads: work hard and be nice to people Want it in your school or classroom colors? I can customize fonts and colors upon request.

A printable poster that reads: "don't be upset by the results you didn't get with the work you didn't do". A great poster to hang on the wall in any classroom. Want it in your school or classroom colors? I can customize the colors and fonts upon request.

An 8 x 10 printable that reads: "work hard and be nice to people". Writing is navy blue and the background is a mustardy yellow. Want to see it your school or classroom colors? I can provide customized colors and fonts upon request.

Printable poster with the quote: character is doing the right thing when nobody is looking. Want it in your school or classroom colors? I can customize fonts and colors upon request.

A printable poster that reads: "Be You(tiful)". Background is lavender. This poster contains a message that today's youth- specifically girls- desperately need to hear. Can provide customized colors and fonts upon request.

A folder of five printable posters with classroom expectations/rules. These are the expectations I use in my high school classroom. Don't see exactly what you need? I would love to customize a file for you based on your own colors, fonts, and rules.

A printable poster that reads: Holding grudges. Judging others. Hating. Wanting to cause harm. Withholding forgiveness. Gossiping. Ridiculing. Ignoring others. Withholding mercy. Throwing stones. STOP IT. The folder contains ten different files, each containing the same quote with slight variations in background color and font styles. Don't see exactly what you want? I'm happy to create a custom design with your choice of fonts and colors. Just message me.

A printable poster with the quote "If you want to be trusted, be honest. If you want to be honest, be true. If you want to be true, be yourself." The folder contains six versions of the poster, each with different colors and fonts. Don't see exactly what you want? Message me! I can customize anything with the colors and fonts you need.

Printable poster that reads: :): you decide Want it in your school or classroom colors? I can customize fonts and colors upon request.