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Bringing 30 years of combined classroom wisdom to your fingertips! As veteran teachers with 19 and 11 years in the trenches, we've lived through the challenges you face daily. Our complementary teaching approaches have helped thousands of students succeed - now we're channeling that expertise into curated resources that actually work in real classrooms.
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Design a Movie Poster ELA Project | Novel Study Activity with Rubric | Any Book
Transform your novel study into a Hollywood experience! (Rubric included and editable)In this creative ELA project, students design an original movie poster for any book they're reading, imagining what genre, cast, tagline, and rating their story would earn if it hit the big screen. This standards-aligned, print-and-digital ELA activity works with any novel, any grade level (4–12), and includes a ready-to-use rubric so grading is effortless. Why Teachers LOVE This Resource: Students aren't
6th - 10th
Creative Writing, Literature, Other (ELA)
Design a Character's Social Media Profile – 4 Templates, Rubrics, Example & Les
Are you looking for a fresh way to bring character analysis to life in your ELA classroom? I am so excited to share my newest Teachers Pay Teachers resource — Design a Character's Social Media Profile a complete, standards-aligned activity that turns literary analysis into a creative experience students actually want to do! Instead of writing a traditional character analysis essay, students design a fictional social media profile for a character from any book they are reading. Every creative cho
5th - 10th
Creative Writing, Literature, Novel Studies
CCSS
RL.6.1
, RL.6.2
, RL.6.3
+35
Design a Historical Figure's Social Media Profile – Social Studies Activity
Are you looking for a creative way to bring historical figures to life in your Social Studies classroom? I am thrilled to share my newest Teachers Pay Teachers resource, Design a Historical Figure's Social Media Profile a complete, standards-aligned activity that challenges students to think AS a historical figure rather than just writing ABOUT them. It is perspective-taking, primary source analysis, and historical argumentation all wrapped into one highly engaging project! Instead of writing a
6th - 12th
Religion, U.S. History, World History
PBL Sneaker Flip - Percent of Change - 7th grade Math - 4 week Real-World unit
What if your students could run a real sneaker resale business and use math to make every decision?The Sneaker Flip is a 4-week Problem-Based Learning unit that puts 7th graders in charge of a $500 virtual sneaker portfolio. Students research market data, calculate the percent of change with every price swing, decide when to buy and sell, and pitch their final results to a panel of investors. The formula is never arbitrary; every calculation has a real consequence.This complete unit includes eve
6th - 11th
Financial Literacy, Fractions, Other (Math)
CCSS
7.RP.A.1
, 7.RP.A.2
, 7.RP.A.3
Design a Book Cover – ELA Project (with Rubric!)
Design a Book Cover – ELA Project (with Rubric!) This is one of my favorite projects to use throughout the year in my ELA classroom! After we finish a novel, short story, or play, students design their book cover that reflects their understanding of the story’s characters, themes, and mood. It’s the perfect mix of creativity and critical thinking. Students aren’t just drawing a picture—they’re making intentional choices about color, symbolism, and layout, then explaining how those choices conne
6th - 10th
Literature, Other (Arts), Other (ELA)
Community Garden Crisis: Real-World PBL for Ratios, Rates & Percents
Tired of students asking "When will I ever use this?" This comprehensive problem-based learning unit engages 6th graders in solving a REAL community crisis while mastering every component of Ohio's 6.RP.3 standards (ratios, rates, percents, and unit conversions). Students become "Garden Planning Consultants" who must analyze two potential relocation sites for a community garden, make data-driven recommendations, and present their findings—just like real-world consultants! This authentic scenario
5th - 8th
Fractions, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.MD.C.3
, 5.MD.C.4
, 5.MD.C.5
+26
Ultimate Treehouse, Pool & Playground Design Bundle: 3D Shapes & Volume 8.G.9
Bring math to life and spark your students' creativity with this engaging project-based learning bundle! This hands-on collection enables students to apply their knowledge of 3D shapes and volume calculations in fun, practical contexts, designing their dream treehouse, pool, OR playground! The power of this bundle is STUDENT CHOICE and DIFFERENTIATION. With all three projects at your fingertips, students can select the design theme that excites them most, ensuring engagement across diverse inte
7th - 10th
Geometry, Measurement, Numbers
CCSS
8.G.C.9
, HSG-GMD.A.1
, HSG-GMD.A.3
+3
Island Adventure - Place Value
Ahoy, Teachers! Set sail for math mastery with these swashbuckling pirate-themed word problems!What's Included: 9 engaging pirate treasure word problems Covers rounding, addition, subtraction, multiplication & division 100% aligned to Ohio Math Standards (3.NBT.1, 3.NBT.2, 3.NBT.3, 3.OA.2) Complete answer key with standards & DOK levels Ready-to-use hook and student directions Perfect for math centers, homework, or assessments Perfect For: 3rd Grade Math Workshop Differentiated Instructio
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Numbers, Place Value
CCSS
3.NBT.A.1
, 3.NBT.A.2
, 3.NBT.A.3
36 Weeks of Mindfulness – Ready to Go!
36 Weeks of Mindfulness – Ready to Go! I started adding short mindfulness moments into my school day a few years ago, and it’s one of the best things I’ve ever done for my students (and honestly, for me too!). The problem? I used to spend forever searching for ideas, figuring out how to explain them, and keeping track of what I’d already taught. So… I put it all together for you. This 36-Week Mindfulness Unit has everything planned and ready to go—one new strategy each week, all easy to use in
Not Specific
Social Emotional Learning
Santa's Workshop Math Problems
🎄 Transform Your December Math Lessons into a Winter Wonderland! 🎄 Are you looking for engaging, standards-aligned math practice that your students will actually be EXCITED to complete during the busy holiday season? Look no further! ✨ What's Included: 12 Carefully Crafted Word Problems featuring adorable Santa's Workshop items that bring the magic of the holidays into your math instruction! 🎁 Present ($5.45)🎅 Santa Toy ($4.86)☕ Hot Chocolate ($2.19)⛄ Snowman ($3.58)🦌 Reindeer Toy ($3.11
2nd - 5th
Basic Operations, Money Math, Numbers
CCSS
2.NBT.A.1
, 2.NBT.A.1a
, 2.NBT.B.5
+7
Advanced Holiday Math: Ratios, Percents & Real-World Problem Solving
🎄 Middle School Math Meets Holiday Magic! 🎄 Struggling to keep your 6th graders engaged during the chaotic December countdown? Need rigorous, standards-aligned practice that doesn't feel like just another worksheet? This is the resource you've been searching for! ✨ What's Included: 12 Challenging Word Problems featuring a charming Santa's Workshop theme that brings sophisticated mathematical thinking to life through relatable holiday scenarios! 🎁 Present ($5.45)🎅 Santa Toy ($4.86)☕ Hot Cho
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
6.RP.A.3
, 6.RP.A.3b
, 6.RP.A.3c
Fraction Pizza Party! Hands-On Equivalent Fractions Math Unit
Make learning equivalent fractions a slice of fun with this pizza-themed math unit! This engaging, hands-on resource is packed with interactive activities that help students visualize and understand equivalent fractions using everyone's favorite food—pizza! Perfect for math centers, small group instruction, or a whole-class fraction party! What’s included: 5 lessons Interactive student activities for exploring and creating equivalent fractions Rubric for understanding Aligned with Common
3rd - 6th
Fractions, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
3.NF.A.3a
, 4.NF.A.1
, 4.NF.A.2
Fraction Food Truck 6.NS.1 rubric
Drive up to differentiated learning with the Fraction Food Truck! This engaging project-based learning resource allows students to explore fraction division concepts through hands-on activities related to running a food truck business. The multi-day project includes opportunities for interpreting and computing quotients of fractions at various DOK levels. Students will create story contexts for division word problems and use visual models to represent quotients. The connections between multiplic
5th - 11th
Business, Fractions, Numbers
CCSS
5.NF.A.2
, 5.NF.B.3
, 6.NS.A.1
+2
Statistical Connections: Interpreting Linear Models
Transform how your students understand linear regression and correlation with our in-depth "Statistical Connections" resource! This carefully designed worksheet pushes students beyond basic calculations into deeper statistical reasoning and real-world applications. Standards Alignment:S.ID.7: Interpret the slope and intercept of a linear model in the context of the dataS.ID.8: Compute and interpret the correlation coefficient of a linear fitS.ID.9: Distinguish between correlation and causationWh
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Math, Statistics
CCSS
HSS-ID.C.7
, HSS-ID.C.8
, HSS-ID.C.9
Numbers in the Real World: Choice Adventure - Tic-Tac-Toe Board
Make math meaningful with Numbers in the Real World: Choice Adventure! This engaging Tic-Tac-Toe choice board invites students to explore rational and irrational numbers through real-world adventures they can relate to — from planning dream vacations to scaling recipes, designing tiny houses, and more! Students gain hands-on experience with 8.NS.1 and 8.NS.2 standards while enjoying autonomy, creativity, and real-life applications of math. ✅ Tic-Tac-Toe Style: Students complete three activities
7th - 9th
Arithmetic, Decimals, Numbers
CCSS
8.NS.A.1
, 8.NS.A.2
Math Mastery Partnerships: The Perfect Balance of Collaboration A.CED.1, 2,3,4
Tired of math practice that leaves students disengaged or working in isolation? Our Math Mastery Partnerships resource transforms traditional worksheets into powerful learning experiences while directly addressing key algebra standards! This ready-to-use resource includes: A carefully structured partner activity that promotes mathematical discourseComplete student worksheets with clear instructions and problem spaceComprehensive answer key to save you prep timeWhy educators love it:This resourc
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Applied Math, Math
CCSS
HSA-CED.A.1
, HSA-CED.A.2
, HSA-CED.A.3
+1
Design a Book Cover – First Day of School Creative Activity
Design a Book Cover – First Day of School Creative Activity Looking for a first-day activity that’s fun, creative, and tells you so much about your students? This Design a Book Cover project invites students to imagine their life as a book and create the cover for it! How it works: Students brainstorm what their “life story” might be called, then design an illustrated cover that reflects their personality, interests, and dreams. It’s a low-pressure way to break the ice, spark conversations, an
Not Specific
Character Education, Classroom Community, Other (Arts)
Function Foundations: Task Cards & Spiral Review
Transform how your students master function concepts with our comprehensive "Function Foundations" resource! This classroom-ready collection supports deep understanding of essential function standards through engaging, flexible practice formats. What's Included:20 carefully crafted task cards targeting standards F.IF.1, F.IF.2, and F.IF.3Spiral review worksheets for ongoing skills reinforcementComplete answer key with detailed solutionsStandards Coverage:F.IF.1: Students will understand that a f
8th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Algebra, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
HSF-IF.A.1
, HSF-IF.A.2
, HSF-IF.A.3
Algebra Choice Board - A.REI.1, A.REI.3, A.REI.4 -Real world problems
Linear Equations and Reasoning (problems 1-4):Ticket sales requiring inequality setup and solvingCell phone plan comparison requiring linear equationsFuel calculations with real-world parametersFundraiser profit analysisQuadratic Equations and Applications (problems 5-8):Diving physics with quadratic formula applicationGarden design optimizationProjectile motion with factoring and inequality solvingProduct pricing optimizationMulti-Step Problems (problems 9-12):Architectural problems combining g
8th - 12th
Algebra, Applied Math, Math
CCSS
HSA-REI.A.1
, HSA-REI.B.3
, HSA-REI.B.4
+2
Design a Playground 8.G.9 Volume of 3D shapes
Bring math to life and spark students' creativity with the Design a Playground Project-Based Learning activity! This hands-on and engaging project enables students to apply their knowledge of 3D shapes and volume calculations in a fun, practical context - designing their dream playground. Students will sketch their playground designs, calculate volumes of various components, and explain their mathematical thinking. This activity promotes critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, and com
6th - 12th
Geometry, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
7.G.B.6
, 8.G.C.9
, HSG-GMD.A.3
+2
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Bringing 30 years of combined classroom wisdom to your fingertips! As veteran teachers with 19 and 11 years in the trenches, we've lived through the challenges you face daily. Our complementary teaching approaches have helped thousands of students succeed - now we're channeling that expertise into curated resources that actually work in real classrooms.
Join our community of passionate educators, where you'll find time-saving materials, innovative teaching strategies you can implement tomorrow, and a supportive network that truly understands your journey. From lesson-planning breakthroughs to classroom management solutions, we're here to make your teaching life easier and more fulfilling.
Discover what fellow educators are already loving about our carefully crafted resources. Your teaching transformation starts here!
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Our teaching style emphasizes hands-on learning and inquiry-based approaches, incorporating gamification to enhance student engagement. We provide quick and easily implementable resources to seamlessly integrate into your classroom, ensuring an effective and enjoyable learning experience for both educators and students.
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