Welcome! I’m a dedicated educator with 23 years of experience teaching second and third grade. My passion is creating rigorous, engaging, and effective resources that help students develop strong literacy and math skills. I believe in making learning meaningful through thoughtful instruction, hands-on activities, and research-based strategies. My goal is to support fellow teachers with high-quality resources that save time and make a big impact in the classroom. Thank you for visiting Big Ideas in Teaching—I hope you find materials that inspire great learning moments in your classroom!