About the store
Hey, y’all! My name is Amy Lemons and I am passionate about providing students with both engaging and effective standards-based Math and ELA lessons. Throughout my 11+ years in education, I discovered that students need opportunities to see content presented in a variety of ways. I am passionate about creating resources that are hands-on, meaningful, and that captivate students’ interests.
My goal is to equip teachers with highly effective lessons and activities that allow them to walk into their classrooms feeling confident and excited about the day! You’ll also notice that I get overly enthusiastic when I find a beautiful picture book, complete a fun directed drawing, or create a new math game!
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Directed Drawing Activities and Writing for Fall, Winter, Spring & Summer
Are your students struggling to find engaging ways to express their creativity and build foundational literacy skills? Discover the ultimate year-round solution with "Directed Drawing Activities and Writing for Fall, Winter, Spring & Summer"! This comprehensive resource is designed to ignite imagination, boost confidence in both art and writing, and save you valuable planning time. Your students will embark on exciting creative journeys, transforming simple steps into vibrant illustrations and t
1st - 3rd
Art, Writing
Directed Drawings Narwhal, Tiger, Otter, Yeti, Mermaid, Hedgehog, Sloth, Dragon
My students have always loved directed drawings. It's such a peaceful and calm activity in the classroom! They enjoy learning how to draw the different images because it gives them the skills and confidence they need to explore other types of art. These can be done as a classroom activity, an early finisher activity, or even at a writing/art station. I've included different writing and drawing options so that you can make them work for you and your students! - 10 drawings - Picture Directions
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Art, Writing
Fall Directed Drawing Activities | Halloween, Pumpkin, Spider, and Monster Art
My students have always loved directed drawings. It's such a peaceful and calm activity in the classroom! They enjoy learning how to draw the different images because it gives them the skills and confidence they need to explore other types of art. These can be done as a classroom activity, an early finisher activity, or even at a writing/art station. I've included different writing and drawing options so that you can make them work for you and your students! - 7 drawings (there are 2 extra this
1st - 3rd
Art
No-Prep Animal Directed Drawing & Writing Activities | Early Finisher Art Center
Introducing Animal Directed Drawings for the Alphabet, Draw Animals & Writing Activities – the ultimate resource designed to transform your classroom into a hub of artistic exploration and literacy growth. This comprehensive pack provides an exciting, step-by-step journey through the alphabet, empowering students with artistic confidence and a love for learning. ✨ What's Included:26 unique animal directed drawing guides, each corresponding to a letter of the alphabet, featuring 6-8 simple, easy
1st - 3rd
Art, Writing
Christmas Directed Drawings | December Art and Writing with Santa & Gingerbread
Bring creativity and holiday cheer to your classroom this December with these Directed Drawings for Christmas! Perfect for engaging students in both art and writing, this resource features 8 festive designs, including Santa Claus, a reindeer, an elf, a Christmas tree, a gingerbread house, and more. Each drawing comes with step-by-step picture directions and a companion writing activity, making it ideal for centers, early finishers, morning work, or fun seasonal projects. What’s Included:8 Ho
1st - 3rd
Art
Back to School Directed Drawings w/ First Day of School Draw Self Portrait Art
It's Back to School season, and you are feeling the stress and overwhelm of keeping students engaged. These Back to School directed drawings will allow students to practice listening skills by following clear instructions. Students draw back to school favorites like a self-portrait, pencil, school bus, crayon box, glue bottle, and bookworm!Why Directed Drawings? Not only do students enjoy learning how to draw different images, but it gives them the skills and confidence they need to explore
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Art
Winter Directed Drawings - Draw a Snowman, Penguin, Polar Bear, Snow Globe
Struggling to find engaging, no-prep activities to fill those winter classroom moments? Bring the magic of winter into your classroom with our Winter Directed Drawings - Draw a Snowman, Penguin, Polar Bear, Snow Globe resource! Designed to captivate young learners, this comprehensive packet provides a delightful blend of art and writing that seamlessly fits into your January curriculum. Save precious planning time while boosting student creativity and fine motor skills with these easy-to-follow
1st - 3rd
Art
Directed Drawings Fall, Winter, Spring, & Summer w/ Writing & Art Activities
Do your students love art? Do they love learning how to draw animals, holiday things, and more? These 70 directed drawings are just the thing you need for early finishers, quiet activities, learning to follow directions, art and writing stations, and more! It's such a peaceful and calm activity in the classroom! They enjoy learning how to draw the different images because it gives them the skills and confidence they need to explore other types of art. These can be done as a classroom activit
1st - 3rd
Art, Creative Writing
End of Year Word Search Worksheets Math & Coloring | Summer Writing Morning Work
Fun and Educational Summer Worksheets for Morning Work and Independent Time! Looking for engaging and educational summer worksheets to keep your students busy during morning work, centers, or independent learning? This Summer Word Search Worksheets & Puzzles resource is packed with fun, no-prep activities to help students celebrate the season while practicing key skills! Your students will love the word searches, brain-teasing puzzles, summer-themed math riddles, creative directed drawings, an
1st - 3rd
Basic Operations, Coloring Pages, Writing
Spring Directed Drawings for Easter, Earth Day, Butterfly, Chick, & Rabbit Craft
Directed Drawings are the perfect activity for the spring. Students can draw a butterfly, frog, chick, rabbit, rainbow, rainbow cloud, and a happy earth. Each drawing has a writing activity to pair with it. These are perfect for centers, early finishers, or space fillers! - 7 drawings (there are 2 extra this month!) - Picture Directions for each drawing - Writing Sheets for each drawing - Drawing sheets are included with the drawing steps and a space to draw. - All Drawings have been preloaded
1st - 3rd
Art
End of Year Directed Drawings w/ Summer Drawings | Sun, Beach, Ocean Animal
Looking for a fun, engaging, and low-prep activity to wrap up the school year and transition into summer vibes? Teachers, we've got you covered! Get ready to dive into the ultimate end-of-year creativity boost with our "End of Year Directed Drawings w/ Summer Drawings | Sun, Beach, Ocean Animal" resource! This comprehensive pack is designed to keep your students entertained and learning as the school year winds down, offering a perfect blend of art and literacy. Imagine your classroom buzzing wi
1st - 3rd
Art
Fall Drawing Activities | Directed Drawings with Writing for September & October
Struggling to find engaging, low-prep activities that foster creativity and build writing confidence for your students? Introducing Fall Drawing Activities | Directed Drawings with Writing for September & October, your ultimate solution for a calm, creative, and academically enriching classroom experience! This comprehensive resource is meticulously designed to save you precious planning time while captivating your students' imaginations. Watch as they build confidence and express themselves th
1st - 3rd
Art
Fall Reading Comprehension w/ Nocturnal Animal Passages & Directed Drawings
Do your students LOVE researching animals? With this teaching resource, students will research and learn about 5 nocturnal animals. They will read an informational passage about nocturnal animals, research, and draw/record their information. Welcome to Nocturnal Notetaking! Here’s a little bit about this teaching resource: There are 5 nocturnal animals. Each animal has: • Research page with photographs and 2 research links • Informational reading passage about that animal • Directed drawin
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Art, Informational Text, Reading
All About Me Composition Notebook Writing Craft | Back to School Activities
Tired of the same old back-to-school jitters? Looking for a way to make your classroom feel instantly welcoming and bursting with student personality? Get ready to ignite your students' creativity and build a vibrant classroom community with the " All About Me Composition Notebook Writing Craft"! This all-in-one resource is designed to be your secret weapon for a fun, engaging, and incredibly meaningful start to the school year. Imagine your classroom walls transformed into a gallery of student
1st - 3rd
Creative Writing, Other (Arts), Other (ELA)
Bundle of Seasonal Printables, Word Search, Color by Code Worksheets & All Year
Looking for fun, educational, and no-prep seasonal worksheets to keep your students engaged all year long? This Seasonal and Holiday Printable Bundle includes 10 themed worksheet sets for every major holiday and season—from Back to School to Summer! Packed with engaging activities like word searches, crossword puzzles, color by code, word and picture cards, and more, this bundle makes it easy to incorporate seasonal fun into your classroom while reinforcing essential skills. What You’ll Get
1st - 3rd
Coloring Pages, Creative Writing, Other (Math)
End of Year Directed Drawings for Summer | Ocean Animal, Sandcastle, Swim
Struggling to find engaging, low-prep activities for the end of the school year? Keep your students creatively busy and learning right up to the last bell! Introducing "End of Year Directed Drawings for Summer | Ocean Animal, Sandcastle, Swim," your ultimate solution for a fun and educational conclusion to the academic year. This resource is designed to captivate young artists and writers, making those final weeks a breeze for you while fostering creativity and fine motor skills in your students
1st - 3rd
Art
Back to School Art w/ Directed Drawings & Back to School Writing Activities
Are you searching for engaging, no-prep activities to kick off the school year with a burst of creativity and learning? Get ready to welcome your students back with "Back to School Art w/ Directed Drawings & Back to School Writing Activities," the ultimate resource designed to ignite imagination and build essential skills. This comprehensive pack seamlessly integrates visual art with foundational writing practice, providing you with an engaging, time-saving solution for those crucial first weeks
1st - 3rd
Art
Holidays Around the World Directed Drawings & Writing Christmas Hanukkah Kwanzaa
Looking for a fun, creative way to celebrate diversity and teach about holidays around the world? This Holidays Around the World Directed Drawing Pack is the perfect addition to your classroom activities! With engaging, step-by-step directed drawings and accompanying writing pages, your students can explore holidays from various cultures while creating a meaningful holiday display or memory book. What’s Included:This resource features activities for the following holidays: Christmas in GermanyC
1st - 3rd
Art, Social Studies
Mother's Day Craft | Directed Drawing 2026 Calendar (Editable) | Parent Gift
Looking for a meaningful, low-prep project your students will love creating? This Directed Drawing Calendar combines art, creativity, and writing into a keepsake families will treasure all year long. Students complete a fun directed drawing each month, then assemble their pages into a personalized calendar—perfect for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, or end-of-year gifts. This resource is designed to be flexible and easy to use, with both printable and editable calendar options, plus step-by-step
1st - 3rd
Other (Arts), Speaking & Listening
All About Me Bag Craft: First Week Get To Know You Activity | Bulletin Board
Kick off the school year by fostering connections and celebrating individuality with a creative and engaging activity that students will love. Introducing the Back to School Backpack Writing Craft & Bulletin Board Set, the perfect solution to build classroom community from day one. This comprehensive resource makes it effortless for teachers to create a vibrant bulletin board display while empowering students to share their unique personalities. ✨ What's Included:Two backpack craft options: a c
1st - 3rd
Creative Writing, Other (Arts), Other (ELA)
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About the store
Experience
Hey, y’all! My name is Amy Lemons and I am passionate about providing students with both engaging and effective standards-based Math and ELA lessons. Throughout my 11+ years in education, I discovered that students need opportunities to see content presented in a variety of ways. I am passionate about creating resources that are hands-on, meaningful, and that captivate students’ interests.
My goal is to equip teachers with highly effective lessons and activities that allow them to walk into their classrooms feeling confident and excited about the day! You’ll also notice that I get overly enthusiastic when I find a beautiful picture book, complete a fun directed drawing, or create a new math game!
Teaching style
One of my favorite things about being a classroom teacher is the art of developing a lesson plan. I learned early on that giving my students worksheet after worksheet was just not going to work for us. I believe that students are most engaged in the classroom when the activities are hands-on, the books are meaningful, and the environment is structured but fun. The best activities are those when the students don’t even realize they are working/learning because they are just having too much fun while doing so! I’m always looking for ways I can spice up the typical activity just by adding in simple materials such as dice, spinners, poms, pipe cleaners, etc. Sometimes you just need that ONE little thing to take your lesson from mundane to magical.
My own education history
Graduated from TAMU Commerce with my Bachelor's of Science Early Childhood Education
Graduated from Lamar University with my Master's in Educational Administration
Additional biographical information
I’m a wife, momma, and lover of all things teaching related. After graduating college in December of 2006, I started teaching 4th grade… fresh out of college and had not a clue what to do!!! I took over a class in the middle of the year and my one and only goal was to SURVIVE! Over my 11 years in education, I spent the majority of that time teaching 1st and 2nd grades.
I know how hard you work day in and day out as a teacher. My goal is to lighten your load. I hope that when you visit here, you’ll walk away with a lesson idea, a fun activity, or a book recommendation that will positively impact your classroom. As a teacher resource creator, my purpose is to save you time and energy while also helping to bring some joy into your classroom.
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