Caration Creations
Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, United States
About the store
Hey there! I’m Cara . . . former English teacher turned elementary principal, curriculum director, special ed director, and now an instructional designer who just can’t stop creating helpful resources for teachers.
I’ve worn just about every hat in a school building, so everything here is designed with one goal: make your day easier. Quick to prep. Simple to use. Actually helpful when real life gets chaotic.
You’ll find ELA tools, special education supports, behavior resources, and clean, classroom-ready materials that save time and help students shine.
My mission? Keep things practical, keep things cute, and keep you from reinventing the wheel — one easy-to-use resource at a time.
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Student Goal Setting Bundle | SMART Goals w/Daily, Weekly Check-Ins, Exit Ticket
Complete student goal-setting system including SMART goals, weekly goal planning, daily progress check-ins, daily goal cards, and exit tickets. Supports SEL, behavior, and academic growth. Ideal for advisory, interventions, and student conferences.
Not Specific
Character Education, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
Froggy Posters & Bookmarks Bundle | SEL & Reading Fun Frogs
Bring some froggy fun to reading time with this set of 4 adorable, kid-friendly bookmarks! Each bookmark features a cheerful frog character your students will love. Perfect for classroom libraries, reading incentives, rewards, or take-home gifts. These print-and-go bookmarks are designed in bright, clean visuals that work beautifully for K–3 readers. Just download, print on cardstock, laminate (optional), and they’re ready to use!
K - 3rd
Literature, Other (ELA), Reading
SMART Goal Setting Worksheet for Kids | Student Goal Setting Printable
Help your students set meaningful, achievable goals with this kid-friendly SMART Goal Card! Designed specifically for elementary learners, this resource breaks down the SMART framework in simple, age-appropriate language so students can understand what a successful goal looks like. The top half of the page includes a clean, easy-to-read explanation of the SMART acronym: S – Specific: Say it clearly M – Measurable: Make it count A – A goal I can Actually do R – Really matters to me T – Time to f
2nd - 5th
Other (ELA), Other (Math), Other (Science)
3-2-1 Student Behavior Reflection Exit Ticket (Color & B&W)
Use this 3-2-1 Reflection Exit Ticket to quickly check student understanding and encourage meaningful reflection at the end of any lesson. Students respond to three simple prompts: • 3 things they learned • 2 things they found interesting • 1 question they still have Includes both color and black & white versions for flexible printing. This no-prep resource works across subjects and grade levels and is perfect for daily use.
3rd - 6th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning
Student Weekly SMART Goal Setting Worksheet | SEL & Academic Goal Tracking
Help students set meaningful weekly goals using this SMART goal worksheet. Students create a specific, measurable goal, plan steps, and reflect at the end of the week. Ideal for SEL, advisory, academics, and behavior support. *This resource is included in my Student Goal Setting & Reflection Bundle for a discounted price.
Not Specific
Character Education, Classroom Community, School Counseling
Frog Classroom Posters – Reading Motivation Bundle | Set of 4
Bring some irresistible froggy charm to your reading corner, library space, or classroom walls with this set of 4 whimsical frog-themed reading posters. Each poster features an adorable, consistent frog character paired with playful book-inspired puns that make students smile while encouraging a love of reading. Designed with clean lines, bright colors, and kid-friendly illustrations, these posters are perfect for K–3 classrooms, calm-down corners, reading nooks, or library displays. Included i
K - 3rd
Library Skills, Literature, Reading
Also included in: Froggy Posters & Bookmarks Bundle | SEL & Reading Fun Frogs
Daily Exit Tickets | Formative Assessment & Student Reflection | Any Subject
ooking for a quick, low-prep way to check student understanding at the end of a lesson? These daily exit tickets provide an easy and flexible way to gather student feedback, support reflection, and guide next steps in instruction. Designed to work with any subject and any grade level, this resource includes a variety of simple prompts teachers can use daily without adding extra grading or prep time. What’s Included: ✔ 6 versatile exit ticket prompts ✔ 2 prompts per page for easy printing an
Not Specific
For All Subjects, Other (ELA), Other (Math)
Deep Breaths Social Story
Breathing Social Story | Calm Corner | Self-Regulation for KidsHelp your students learn how to slow down, breathe, and reset with this simple, child-friendly Breathing Social Story. Designed for classroom calm corners, counseling sessions, or individual behavior support, this social story teaches students what deep breathing is, when to use it, and how it helps their bodies and brains feel safe and in control. Perfect for early elementary learners, students with autism, sensory needs, anxiety,
K - 3rd
Social Emotional Learning
Daily SMART Goal Card | Student Goal Setting & Check-In
Daily goal card for quick student goal setting and check-ins. Students write a SMART-style daily goal and track progress. Great for advisory, SEL, behavior support, interventions, and conferences. Print and use daily or as needed. *This resource is included in my Student Goal Setting & Reflection Bundle for a discounted price.
Not Specific
Character Education, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
Frog-Themed Behavior Check-In | Student Reflection Sheet
Help young learners build awareness, make positive choices, and reflect on their day with this simple frog-themed behavior check-in!This visual self-rating tool makes SEL reflection quick, friendly, and accessible for early elementary learners. Students circle the frog that matches their day, check three common expectations, and complete two supportive sentence stems: I’m proud that I… Tomorrow, I will… This creates a consistent routine and helps students practice goal setting, independence,
K - 3rd
School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Weekly Goal Progress Check-In | Daily Student Goal Reflection
Daily check-in sheet for tracking progress toward a weekly goal. Students reflect on actions taken, challenges faced, and next steps using a growth-mindset scale. Perfect for SEL, advisory, interventions, and behavior support.
Not Specific
Character Education, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
Frog Feelings Poster | 12 Emotions | Calm Corner Visual | SEL for K–3
Frog Feelings Poster | 12 Emotions | Calm Corner Visual | SEL for K–3 Help students identify and express their emotions with this adorable Frog Feelings Poster featuring 12 kid-friendly emotional expressions. Each frog has a clear, easy-to-read facial expression that supports non-readers, early learners, and students who benefit from visual emotional cues. Perfect for calm corners, counseling offices, morning meetings, SEL lessons, and special education classrooms, this poster creates a simple
K - 3rd
Character Education, For All Subjects, Social Emotional Learning
Froggy Check-In Behavior Chart
Behavior Check-In Chart | Daily Self-Monitoring | SEL & Classroom ManagementHelp students build ownership, reflect on their choices, and start the day with intention using this simple and effective Behavior Check-In Chart. Perfect for morning routines, calm corners, small-group SEL work, special education, and individual behavior plans, this chart gives students a visual way to identify how they’re feeling and what support they need. Teachers, counselors, and interventionists love using this as
K - 3rd
Character Education, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
Lily Pad Froggy Calming Poster
Calming Choice Poster | Calm Corner Visual | Self-Regulation & SEL ToolCreate a peaceful, supportive calm-down space with this Calming Choice Poster, designed to help students independently choose healthy regulation strategies when they feel overwhelmed, frustrated, or upset. This visual tool gives children simple, concrete options they can use to reset, refocus, and return to learning. Perfect for calm corners, counseling rooms, SEL lessons, morning meetings, and behavior intervention plans, t
K - 3rd
Classroom Community, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
Set of 4 Frog Bookmarks | Printable Reading Motivation Bookmarks | Incentives
Bring a little joy to reading time with this set of four adorable frog themed bookmarks. These bright and cheerful designs are perfect for classroom libraries, student gifts, reading rewards, or take home incentives. Each bookmark features a playful frog illustration that kids love and positive messages that help motivate young readers. Use them for reading groups, book clubs, classroom rewards, birthday treats, or end-of-year gifts. Print, cut, and enjoy. What’s Included • 4 printable frog them
K - 3rd
Literature, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
Also included in: Froggy Posters & Bookmarks Bundle | SEL & Reading Fun Frogs
FREE Froggy Bookmark | Cute Reading Incentive | Printable Classroom Freebie
Add a little hop-py joy to your students’ reading time with this adorable free froggy bookmark! Perfect for classroom libraries, guided reading groups, rewards, positive reinforcement, or just a fun treat for your readers. This bookmark features: A bright, cheerful frog students will love A kid-friendly design that’s great for PreK–3 High-quality, ready-to-print PDF Great for spring, pond life units, reading incentives, or classroom décor Use it as: A free gift for students A reading inc
K - 3rd
Classroom Community, Reading, Science of Reading
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About the store
Experience
Hey there! I’m Cara . . . former English teacher turned elementary principal, curriculum director, special ed director, and now an instructional designer who just can’t stop creating helpful resources for teachers.
I’ve worn just about every hat in a school building, so everything here is designed with one goal: make your day easier. Quick to prep. Simple to use. Actually helpful when real life gets chaotic.
You’ll find ELA tools, special education supports, behavior resources, and clean, classroom-ready materials that save time and help students shine.
My mission? Keep things practical, keep things cute, and keep you from reinventing the wheel — one easy-to-use resource at a time.
My own education history
Interaction Design Foundation (IDF) - UX/UI, Instructional Design Certification
Online
Master of Education (M.Ed.) – Special Education
Marian University - Fond du lac, WI
Master of Education (M.Ed.) – Educational Leadership
Concordia University - Milwaukee, WI
Master of Science (M.S.) – Curriculum & Instruction
National-Louis University - Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) – English Education
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point, WI
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