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Spartansburg, Pennsylvania, United States
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With over 20 years of experience in regular education, special education, STEAM, and gifted education, I bring a wide lens to teaching and learning. STEAM and gifted ed are my absolute passions—I love fueling curiosity and creativity every day! Every resource in my store is one I’ve used myself, crafted to meet real classroom needs. If it doesn’t work with my students, it doesn’t make the cut!
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Preview of History Does Gifted: Social Emotional Learning for Grades 3-5

History Does Gifted: Social Emotional Learning for Grades 3-5

History Does Gifted: A Social Emotional Learning Workbook for Students in Grades 3–5 provides a complete year’s worth of engaging, no-prep lessons created specifically for gifted learners. Through the stories of fascinating historical figures like Leonardo da Vinci, Mozart, Amelia Earhart, Fred Rogers, George Washington Carver, Marie Curie, Albert Einstein, and more, students explore important social and emotional topics in meaningful and relatable ways. Organized into four powerful units: Inten
Preview of Genetics and Heredity Test and Study Guide

Genetics and Heredity Test and Study Guide

This two page test with answer key and two page study guide, on genetics and heredity, was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with students in grades four through six. The 16 questions are a comprehensive mix of multiple choice questions with only two or three options, a Punnett square to complete, and short answer. There is plenty of white space and room to write, along with colorful clipart. Here is a sample question with choices: Thi
Preview of The Simple Machines Test and Study Guide

The Simple Machines Test and Study Guide

This three page test and answer key, with attached three page study guide, on simple machines was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with regular education students in grades four through six. The 20 questions are a comprehensive mix of short answer, matching, and multiple choice questions with only two options. There is plenty of white space and room to write, along with colorful clipart. Here is a sample question with choices. The thr
Preview of Primary Does Gifted: An SEL Workbook for Gifted Students in Grades K-2

Primary Does Gifted: An SEL Workbook for Gifted Students in Grades K-2

Primary Does Gifted: A Social Emotional Learning Workbook for Students in Grades K–2 provides a complete year’s worth of no-prep, weekly lessons tailored to the unique needs of young gifted learners. Inside, you’ll discover four relatable social stories—each paired with engaging practice sheets—covering the themes of Intensities, Relationships, Anxiety, and Growth Mindset. With nine lessons per unit, this resource dovetails neatly with a typical nine-week term, allowing teachers to incorporate S
Preview of Earth, Sun, and Moon Test and Study Guide

Earth, Sun, and Moon Test and Study Guide

This two page test with answer key and two page study guide, on the sun, moon, and earth, was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with students in grades four through six. The 20 questions are a comprehensive mix of multiple choice questions with only two options, fill in the blank, matching, and true/false. There is plenty of white space and room to write, along with colorful clipart. Here is a sample question with choices: When the lig
Preview of Forces and Motion Test and Study Guide

Forces and Motion Test and Study Guide

This three page test and answer key, with attached three page study guide, on forces and motion was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with regular education students in grades four through six. The 20 questions are a comprehensive mix of short answer, matching, and multiple choice questions with only two options. There is plenty of white space and room to write, along with colorful clipart. Here is a sample question with choices: Force
Preview of Biomes Test and Study Guide

Biomes Test and Study Guide

This three page test, with attached three page study guide, on biomes was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with students in grades four through six. The 22 questions are a comprehensive mix of short answer and multiple choice questions with only two options. The students also need to complete a food chain with three organisms that are provided and place three additional organisms in an energy pyramid. There is plenty of white space an
Preview of Kids Doing Gifted: A Social and Emotional Learning Workbook for Gifted  Students

Kids Doing Gifted: A Social and Emotional Learning Workbook for Gifted Students

The "Kids Doing Gifted Workbook” is an invaluable resource for 3rd-5th grade gifted students and their teachers. It addresses the unique social and emotional needs of gifted children through four comprehensive units: Intensities, Relationships, Anxiety, and Growth Mindset. Each unit covers nine topics, making it easy for teachers to implement consistent once-a-week use. Formatted in a way that appeals to this age group, the workbook's primary goal is to provide a no-prep solution for educators t
Preview of Magnetism and Electricity Test and Study Guide

Magnetism and Electricity Test and Study Guide

This three page test and answer key, with attached three page study guide, on electricity and magnetism was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with regular education students in grades four through six. The 20 questions are a comprehensive mix of short answer, matching, and multiple choice questions with only two options. There is plenty of white space and room to write, along with colorful clipart. Here is a sample question with choices
Preview of Making Change Graphic Organizer

Making Change Graphic Organizer

This making change graphic organizer was originally designed for 4th and 5th grade students with math disabilities, but can be used with any student. It helps students keep track of money amounts when making change. It emphasizes counting up from the cost of the item to the amount paid in a visual and easy to follow way. After students use the organizer several times, they usually have a firm enough grasp of the concept to do it on their own.
Preview of Metric Length Conversions

Metric Length Conversions

This metric length conversions worksheet is designed for students in middle grades who are beginning to learn how to convert from one metric unit of length to another. Its simple yet attractive layout with plenty of white space, lots of room to write, and a reasonable amount of problems is ideal for both regular education and learning support students alike. It focuses on the most commonly used metric units and all of the problems work out to whole numbers, with the exception of the last one w
Preview of Stars and Galaxies Test and Study Guide

Stars and Galaxies Test and Study Guide

This four page test with answer key and four page study guide, on stars and galaxies was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with students in grades four through six. The 25 questions are a comprehensive mix of multiple choice questions, diagram labeling, and matching. There is plenty of white space and room to write, along with colorful clipart Here is a sample question with choices: Our galaxy has which shape? A. Irregular or B. Spira
Preview of Asia Test and Study Guide

Asia Test and Study Guide

This four page test and answer key, with attached four page study guide, on Asia was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with regular education students in grades four through six. The 20 questions are a comprehensive mix of multiple choice questions with only two options, short answer, and map identification. There is plenty of white space and room to write, along with colorful clipart. Here is a sample question with choices: A mountain
Preview of Weather Basics Test and Study Guide

Weather Basics Test and Study Guide

This three page test with answer key and three page study guide, on weather was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with students in grades five and six. The 21 questions are a comprehensive mix of multiple choice questions with only two answer options, essay, and matching. There is plenty of white space and room to write, along with colorful clipart Here is a sample question with choices: Water droplets with a nucleus of dust or salt mak
Preview of Metric Conversions Helper

Metric Conversions Helper

This metric conversions helper worksheet is designed for students in middle grades who are beginning to learn how to convert from one metric unit of length to another. It is helpful for both regular education and learning support students alike, who need a repetitive and systematic way to convert from one unit to another. Its clear directions and simple format will work for all problems.
Preview of Matter Picture Sort

Matter Picture Sort

This “Matter Sort” activity contains two pages with 24 labeled picture cards that students cut apart. They then sort the cards to one of two work mats labeled “matter” and “non-matter”. Its tactile nature and picture cues are great for all students including learning support or English language learners. It could be used at the beginning of a unit to assess prior knowledge or as a way for students to demonstrate learning.
Preview of Africa Test and Study Guide

Africa Test and Study Guide

This four page test and answer key, with attached four page study guide, on Africa was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with regular education students in grades four through six. The 20 questions are a comprehensive mix of multiple choice questions with only two options, short answer, map identification, and drawing landforms. There is plenty of white space and room to write, along with colorful clipart. Here is a sample question with
Preview of Bubble Gum Lab

Bubble Gum Lab

My “Bubble Gum Lab Report” is an easy to do lab that follows the steps of the Scientific Method. Students are challenged to see which brand of bubble gum can blow the biggest bubble! This lab is perfect for students who are just learning about the Scientific Method and need a scaffold before being able to do labs independently. A rubric is included for easy grading. Portions of the lab are prefilled to prevent a lot of tedious writing. It begins with the problem stated in the form of a ques
Preview of Scientific Basics and Measurement Flashcards

Scientific Basics and Measurement Flashcards

The 20 flash cards in this set are designed for middle and high school students to assist with the vocabulary in a unit on scientific measurement. The picture cues are perfect for students with learning disabilities or English as a second language. The terms covered include: hypothesis, conclusion, variable, control, independent variable, dependent variable, inference, theory, law of nature, meter, liter, gram, volume, mass, density, thermometer, circumference, capacity, graduated cylinder, an
Preview of Populations and Ecosystems Test and Study Guide

Populations and Ecosystems Test and Study Guide

This three page test and answer key, with attached three page study guide, on populations and ecosystems was designed for middle school students with learning disabilities. It could, however, be used with regular education students in grades four through six. The 25 questions are a comprehensive mix of short answer, matching, multiple choice, and a flow chart. There is plenty of white space and room to write, along with colorful clip art. The study guide contains similar questions and reviews
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With over 20 years of experience in regular education, special education, STEAM, and gifted education, I bring a wide lens to teaching and learning. STEAM and gifted ed are my absolute passions—I love fueling curiosity and creativity every day! Every resource in my store is one I’ve used myself, crafted to meet real classroom needs. If it doesn’t work with my students, it doesn’t make the cut!