Bear and Bug Learning
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LITTLETON, Colorado, United States
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Welcome to Bear and Bug Learning! I'm a passionate first grade teacher who creates engaging, low-prep resources that help early elementary students grow with confidence.
In this store, you’ll find hands-on math and literacy centers, phonics activities, writing prompts, seasonal classroom resources, and tools that support classroom management and build community. Every resource is designed with real classrooms in mind—easy to prep, fun to use, and aligned with early elementary standards.
Whether you're teaching first grade or working with young learners in K-2, Bear and Bug Learning is here to save you time and make teaching joyful. Let’s create classrooms where students thrive and teachers feel supported!
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2026 Winter Olympics Printable Mini Books & Slides for 1st & 2nd Grade- No Prep
Bring the excitement of the 2026 Winter Olympics into your classroom with this updated, all-in-one literacy and math resource designed specifically for 1st grade, 2nd grade, and 3rd grade classrooms! These engaging winter books and Olympic activities help students learn about the Olympics, explore every sport in the Winter Olympics 2026, and build essential reading, writing, and graphing skills. Whether you’re planning a classroom Mini Olympics, an Olympic-themed literacy unit, or winter enrich
K - 3rd
Informational Text, Other (Social Studies), Reading
CCSS
RI.K.10
, RI.1.10
, RI.2.10
Winter Olympics 2026 Worksheets Crafts Coloring Activities Reading Comprehension
Celebrate the 2026 Winter Olympics with this engaging, classroom-ready bundle packed with Olympics reading comprehension passages, hands-on winter crafts, winter coloring worksheets, and fun Olympics activities—all designed especially for K–2 learners! This resource combines two popular Olympic products from the Bear and Bug Learning store and adds a BONUS Winter Olympics games, crafts, and activities pack, giving you everything you need to bring the Winter Olympics 2026 to life in your classro
K - 3rd
Informational Text, Other (Social Studies), Reading
CCSS, TEKS
RI.1.1
, RI.1.2
, RI.1.4
+20
2026 Winter Olympics Reading Passages & Comprehension Questions 1st & 2nd Grade
Bring the excitement of the 2026 Winter Olympics into your classroom with these engaging Olympics reading passages and comprehension questions designed just for young readers! This resource includes 16 winter-themed informational reading passages focused on the Winter Olympics 2026, perfect for building background knowledge while strengthening reading comprehension skills in 1st grade, 2nd grade, and early 3rd grade classrooms. Each passage is written in a friendly, easy-to-read format with deve
1st - 3rd
Other (Social Studies), Reading, Short Stories
CCSS, TEKS
RI.1.1
, RI.1.2
, RI.1.4
+21
First Week of School Math Activities 1st Grade Subitizing 1-10 Color by Number
Looking for a first week of school math activity? These 1st grade color by code worksheets are the perfect first week of school review activity for your students! Our color by number worksheets help L-1 students review and practice subitizing and identifying numbers 1 to 10 skills. These color by number worksheets include 4 different number models to help students practice subitizing: ten frames, dice dot patterns, tally marks, and finger counting. Students can practice with 14 different colo
K - 1st
Numbers
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
, K.CC.B.4b
+4
Read and Write the Room Magic e Phonics Task Cards Science of Reading 1st Grade
Engage your students with this low-prep, movement-based VCe words activity! This Read and Write the Room resource is designed to help students master long vowel magic e patterns through hands-on practice. Perfect for kindergarten, first grade, or second grade phonics centers, this set aligns with Science of Reading best practices by providing targeted decoding and encoding practice. What’s Included in this VCe ResourceThis comprehensive set includes multiple ways to practice long vowel silent
K - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Science of Reading, Spelling
CCSS, TEKS
RF.1.3
, RF.1.3b
, RF.1.3c
+5
1st Grade Fall Color by Number Math Addition Subtraction within 10 Morning Work
Looking for fall math color by number worksheets to help students practice subtraction within 10 and addition within 10? These fall math worksheets are the perfect resource to help students practice addition within 10 and subtraction within 10. A must have resource to build fact fluency within 10. How to UseThese worksheets are prefect for morning work, independent practice, early finishers, or at home practice! Print and Use✅ 16 Fall color by number addition subtraction worksheets Included:1
K - 1st
Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
K.OA.A.5
, 1.OA.C.6
, MA.K.3.C
+5
Read & Write the Room Short Vowels CVC Word Task Card Centers Kinder & 1st Grade
Looking for a low-prep, engaging way to get your students moving while they master CVC words? This CVC Read and Write the Room resource is a Science of Reading aligned activity designed to give Kindergarten, 1st, and 2nd-grade students meaningful practice with decoding and encoding short vowel patterns. This resource includes both Read the Room (decoding) and Write the Room (encoding) options for every short vowel, ensuring your students get comprehensive phonics practice. What’s Included in thi
K - 1st
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Science of Reading, Spelling
CCSS, TEKS
RF.K.2d
, RF.K.3b
, RF.1.2c
+5
Read & Write the Room Short Vowel Blends & Digraphs Science of Reading Centers
Transform your literacy centers with this hands-on spelling practice resource designed to strengthen phonics skills through movement and intentional decoding. This Phonics Write the Room and Read the Room set helps students build confidence with short vowel blends and digraphs while staying actively engaged. Aligned to the Science of ReadingAligned with the Science of Reading, this resource moves beyond simple "search and find" activities. Students practice orthographic mapping by reading, decod
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Science of Reading, Spelling
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
RF.K.3
, RF.1.3
, RF.1.3a
+15
Vowel Teams Read and Write the Room | Science of Reading Phonics Activities
Looking for an engaging way to practice vowel teams and long vowels? This Science of Reading-aligned Read and Write the Room resource gets 1st and 2nd-grade students moving while they master complex vowel patterns. With 8 different card sets and multiple ways to play, this low-prep activity is perfect for literacy centers, morning work, or small group instruction. Why Teachers Love This Resource:Science of Reading Aligned: Follows a structured literacy approach to help students decode and en
1st - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Science of Reading, Spelling
CCSS, TEKS
RF.1.3
, RF.1.3c
, RF.2.3
+6
Thanksgiving Math Color by Code Worksheets Addition & Subtraction to 10 Practice
Make your Thanksgiving math lessons extra fun with this set of Thanksgiving Color by Code worksheets—perfect for 1st grade math addition and subtraction practice! This Thanksgiving color by addition and subtraction pack includes 23 printable worksheets that help students strengthen their math fact fluency while enjoying engaging, seasonal coloring activities. Each page features adorable Thanksgiving-themed pictures—turkeys, pies, pilgrims, and more—that come to life as students solve addition a
K - 2nd
Coloring Pages, Mental Math, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
1.OA.C.6
, 2.OA.B.2
, MA.1.3.B
+4
Veterans Day Color by Code Addition and Subtraction within 10- 1st Grade Math
Celebrate and honor Veterans Day while strengthening 1st grade math addition and subtraction skills with this engaging Veterans Day Color by Code resource! This set includes 14 printable Veterans Day color by code worksheets focused on addition and subtraction within 10 — perfect for building fact fluency while having fun. Students will solve each addition and subtraction color by code problem and use the color key to complete festive Veterans Day scenes featuring patriotic symbols and themes. T
1st - 2nd
Coloring Pages, Mental Math, Numbers
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
1.OA.C.6
, 2.OA.B.2
, MA.1.3.D
+3
Phonological Awareness Activities: Rhyme Practice *FREEBIE*
Description This Phonological Awareness Activities helps students practice rhyming words. The FREEBIE includes 7 activities. This activity is designed to be multipurpose and can be used in small group, as a center, or even sent home for additional practice. NO PREPPrint, cut, and play Activities Included Rhyming Word MatchRhyme Find ItColor the RhymeRhyme Cut & PasteRhyme PuzzlesRhyme MatRhyme Clip CardsYou Might Also LikeCVC Picture Match Game: Go Fish and Memory (NO PREP)Connect with UsBe sure
PreK - 1st
Balanced Literacy, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
RF.K.2a
, LA.K.2.A.i
, LA.1.2.A.i
+2
Earth Day Bundle- Writing Prompts, Games, Math Activities, Books, Color by Code
Looking for an Earth Day bundle with games, math activities, color by code pages, printable books and more? This complete Earth Day bundle will help teach your students all about our planet this Earth Day. This Earth Day bundle includes printable books, worksheets for math and science, color by code activities, Earth Day match games, Earth day sorting games, writing prompts and so much more! It is perfect for helping your students learn all about Earth Day and ways to take care of the environme
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Earth Sciences, Reading
CCSS, NGSS
K.OA.A.5
, 1.OA.C.6
, 2.OA.B.2
+8
Earth Day Read and Color Books | Reduce Reuse Recycle Compost Activity Printable
Teach your students how to reduce reuse recycle and compost with these engaging Earth Day printable books. This set of 5 read and color mini-books is the perfect Earth Day activity to help young learners understand how to care for the earth. Designed as a "low to no prep" resource, these books are ready to print, staple, and use in your literacy centers or science blocks today! Whether you are teaching about Earth Day for the first time or reinforcing the 3 R's, these Earth Day color rea
K - 2nd
Earth Sciences, Reading, Short Stories
CCSS, NGSS
RF.K.3
, RF.K.3c
, RF.K.4
+5
Valentine's Day Color By Number: 1st Grade Math Facts Addition to 20 Worksheets
Looking for a "sweet" way to practice math facts this February? This Valentine's Day Color by Number set is the perfect no-prep solution for 1st-grade teachers needing engaging addition and subtraction within 20 practice. Whether you need February morning work, math centers, or a fun activity for your class Valentine's party, these worksheets make math fact fluency feel like a treat! This resource is designed to help you easily differentiate for your students with three targeted skill levels: A
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Coloring Pages, Mental Math
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
1.OA.C.6
, MA.1.3.D
, CE.1.7.b
100th Day of School Color by Number- Math Addition & Subtraction Facts within 20
Get your students excited about the 100th day with these no-prep 100th Day of School color by number worksheets—designed to build fluency with addition and subtraction facts within 20 in a fun, festive way! This resource makes it easy to combine skill practice with celebration. Students solve each color by number addition and subtraction problem to reveal cheerful 100th Day-themed images—perfect for decorating your classroom and reinforcing those important math facts within 20. Perfect for Diffe
K - 2nd
Math
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
1.NBT.C.4
, K.OA.A.4
, K.OA.A.5
+7
Groundhog Day Color by Number Math Addition Subtraction within 20 Color by Code
Celebrate Groundhog Day with these fun Color by Number math worksheets! Practice addition and subtraction facts within 20 with these no-prep Groundhog Day color by code activities. Engage Your Students with Groundhog Day Math Fun! Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow? Add some seasonal excitement to your math centers with these Groundhog Day Color by Number worksheets. This resource is perfect for 1st grade and 2nd grade students working on addition and subtraction fluency within 20. What’s Inc
K - 2nd
Math
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
1.OA.B.3
, 1.OA.C.6
, 2.OA.B.2
+5
CVC Picture Match | Reading CVC Words Clip Cards
CVC Words Centers Pictures to Words Clip Cards are a fun and engaging activity to help kindergarten and 1st grade readers practice decoding CVC words. Students will practice identify the CVC word that matches the picture on each card as they practice their decoding skills. This resource also includes a student recording page to help support encoding and increase student accountability. Supporting Student Learning Through PracticeThis resource has been designed to provide additional practice thr
K - 1st
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
RF.K.3
, RF.K.3a
, RF.K.3b
+6
Also included in: CVC Picture Match Practice BUNDLE | Reading CVC Words Games
Earth Day Printable Worksheets- Word Search, Count & Graph, Writing Prompt +More
Make your Earth Day celebration simple, fun, and educational with these no-prep Earth Day Printable Worksheets! Designed with K–2 learners in mind, this set includes a mix of engaging literacy and math activities—perfect for reinforcing key skills while exploring ways to care for the Earth. From a fun Earth Day word search to thoughtful writing prompts and a hands-on count and graph activity, your students will stay focused and learning all day long! These 20 printable activities are the perfe
K - 2nd
Environment, Graphing, Writing
CCSS
K.MD.B.3
, 1.MD.C.4
, 2.MD.D.10
+3
1st Grade Phonics Reading Short Vowel CVC Words Worksheets - Fall Color by Code
ake phonics practice fun this fall with engaging Color by Code CVC Worksheets! These no-prep fall CVC worksheets are the perfect way to help your students build confidence with short vowel words while enjoying the cozy feel of the season. With a mix of autumn-themed illustrations and focused CVC practice, these fall phonics color by code pages are just right for independent work, literacy centers, or early finishers! Students will decode and read CVC words, then follow the code to bring each pic
K - 1st
Balanced Literacy, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
RF.K.3
, RF.K.3a
, RF.K.3b
+8
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About the store
Experience
Welcome to Bear and Bug Learning! I'm a passionate first grade teacher who creates engaging, low-prep resources that help early elementary students grow with confidence.
In this store, you’ll find hands-on math and literacy centers, phonics activities, writing prompts, seasonal classroom resources, and tools that support classroom management and build community. Every resource is designed with real classrooms in mind—easy to prep, fun to use, and aligned with early elementary standards.
Whether you're teaching first grade or working with young learners in K-2, Bear and Bug Learning is here to save you time and make teaching joyful. Let’s create classrooms where students thrive and teachers feel supported!
Teaching style
At Bear and Bug Learning, you’ll find resources that reflect my teaching style:
🌟 Engaging – Activities that spark curiosity and keep young learners excited about learning.
✂️ Low-Prep – Print-and-go resources designed to save teachers time without sacrificing quality.
🧠 Standards-Aligned – Materials that support K-2 learning goals, especially in first grade.
📚 Hands-On – Math and literacy centers, phonics tools, and writing prompts that encourage active learning.
🧩 Skill-Building – Resources that support foundational skills and help students grow with confidence.
🧡 Community-Focused – Tools that build classroom community and support classroom management.
🎉 Joyful – Learning should be fun! My resources are made to bring joy to both teachers and students.
If you’re looking for meaningful, practical, and playful learning tools for first grade and early elementary, you’re in the right place!
Awards & shining teacher moments
🎓 BA in Elementary Education 🎓MA in Curriculum & Instruction Design: Literacy
🍎Classroom Teacher 1st & 2nd Grade 🍏K-5 Literacy Specialist
⭐ 2012 Innovative Teacher of the Year
My own education history
🎒 15+ Years Primary Classroom Teacher Grades K-2
📘 3+ Years Literacy Specialist
🐻 2+ Years Curriculum and Resource Design at Bear and Bug Learning
Additional biographical information
I am a teacher, mom, and football coaches' wife. I am also incredibly passionate about health and fitness, baking, and eating chocolate.
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