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Bear and Bug Learning

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LITTLETON, Colorado, United States
About the store
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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Preview of First Week of School Math Activities 1st Grade Subitizing 1-10 Color by Number

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
Preview of 1st Grade Fall Color by Number Math Addition Subtraction within 10 Morning Work

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
Preview of Thanksgiving Math Color by Code Worksheets Addition & Subtraction to 10 Practice

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
Preview of Veterans Day Color by Code Addition and Subtraction within 10- 1st Grade Math

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
Preview of Earth Day Bundle- Writing Prompts, Games, Math Activities, Books, Color by Code

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
Preview of Valentine's Day Color By Number: 1st Grade Math Facts Addition to 20 Worksheets

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
Preview of 100th Day of School Color by Number- Math Addition & Subtraction Facts within 20

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
Preview of Groundhog Day Color by Number Math Addition Subtraction within 20 Color by Code

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
Preview of Earth Day Printable Worksheets- Word Search, Count & Graph, Writing Prompt +More

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
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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.