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I am a passionate educator who has been teaching at the elementary level since 2001. I have been teaching elementary students online since 2011.
Over the years, I have taught students with diverse learning needs and tutored students who were looking to excel. I have a vast range of experience and educational background that I leverage to create a great array of learning materials to support learners.
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5 Survival Problem Solving Lessons (Critical Thinking Projects)
This bundle combines 5 lessons, where students critically think about problem solving in a variety of survival situations (a jungle tour, deserted island, desert, mountains, and a trip to the moon). These lessons are meant to inspire problem solving and critical thinking skills. Teams will work together to formulate and present a plan for survival and/or rescue in each situation. Other teams will score the presented plans and practice deeper DOK analyzing skills. Included are thematic pdfs that
4th - 12th
Speaking & Listening
CCSS
MP1
, MP2
, MP3
Event Planning (Critical Thinking/Problem Solving Project)
Students will plan a large party, including considerations such as event venue, schedule, guests, activities, decorations, food, and other necessities. Students will design a complete party plan with a budget set by the teacher. Students will research actual venues, vendors, and prices for party materials. Multiple student pages are included to help guide planning. There is even a problem that arises they must overcome! This cross-curricular research project can be completed as a class project,
6th - 12th
For All Subjects
CCSS
SL.6.1
, SL.7.1
, SL.8.1
 +7
Field Trip Planning (Critical Thinking & Problem Solving Project)
Students will plan a class field trip, including considerations such as desired learning targets, trip location, schedule, tours, fees, activities, chaperones, transportation, and other necessities. Students will research actual trip sites, transportation costs, and budget for the trip. Multiple student pages are included to help guide planning.This cross-curricular research project can be completed as a class project, group project, or individual assignment. This project ranges from 2 to 3 days
5th - 12th
For All Subjects
CCSS
SL.5.1
, SL.6.1
, SL.6.1b
 +17
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Experience
I am a passionate educator who has been teaching at the elementary level since 2001. I have been teaching elementary students online since 2011.
Over the years, I have taught students with diverse learning needs and tutored students who were looking to excel. I have a vast range of experience and educational background that I leverage to create a great array of learning materials to support learners.
Teaching style
My passion is guiding learners in their literacy journey. I have spent years diving into the Science of Reading, Dyslexia instruction, and how to teach reading with strong evidenced-based strategies. I have used this knowledge to create a multi-year, comprehensive reading course that ranges from Pre-K-3rd grade (and beyond for those needing reading intervention).
I have taught many subjects and have created a variety of resources, especially for online learning. I am adding new products all the time, so keep checking back.
My own education history
Master of Arts in Teaching (2001)
Master of Education - Online Education (2025)
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