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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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Word Mapping (Syllable Division) - pdf & pptx
This document serves as both a guide for the educator and practice for the learner. It walks you through how to map words for each of the 8 syllable types. This document also gives a collection of words for every syllable type that you can practice on with your learners. I have also included the syllable rule posters, folded card activity, and more practice (worksheets) for open and closed syllable mapping. This work is based on Science of Reading and the Orton Gillingham Approach. It is also f
K - 8th
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
Syllable Rules Posters (with hand/arm gestures)
Use these free printables to guide your phonics and syllable rule instruction to see amazing results! Teaching syllable rules along with phonics rules will give learners a deeper understanding of how the English language is organized. I use these strategies with my 1st grade students (and others I tutor - ranging from preschool - 5th grade); my learners show AMAZING gains with reading and spelling in a very short time. If you would like more resources about how to teach syllable rules to improv
PreK - 6th
Other (ELA), Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
CCSS
RF.K.2
, RF.K.2b
, RF.K.2c
 +21
Also included in:Â Complete Phonics Curriculum & Diagnostic Phonics Screener
Word Mapping (Syllable Division) - pdf
This document serves as both a guide for the educator and practice for the learner. It walks you through how to map words for each of the 8 syllable types and also gives a collection of words you can practice on with your learners. This work is based on Science of Reading and the Orton Gillingham Approach. It is also found in my phonics curriculum on sale in this store. This document is 233 pages long, giving tons of practice and examples! Terms of Use:👉 Copyright © Colbert's Learning Corner.
K - 8th
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
Also included in:Â Word Mapping (Syllable Division) - pdf & pptx
Phonics Diagnostic Screener
Use this diagnostic phonics and reading screener to assess a learner's skills with: Letter identification;Basic sound recall;Blends and digraphs;Decoding CVC words (real & nonsense).Each series gets more complex, assessing for skills such as: Long vowels;Consonant-le patterns;R-controlled sounds;Diphthongs;Schwa;Wild Endings;Affixes;Decoding more complex words based on skills in each lesson series.Included are the student pages (pdf and pptx) and the excel data collection document. In this excel
PreK - 6th
Alphabet, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
CCSS
RF.K.1d
, RF.K.2
, RF.K.2d
 +24
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
Syllable Division Rule Poster
Use this poster to help teach the syllable division rules for your learners. Things to note: -V for vowel and C for consonant sound -There will never be more than 2 consonant sounds on a bridge (between the vowels). If you find more than 2, it will be a digraph, blend, or diphthong that needs to be glued together (swoop a line underneath them to keep those sounds together as 1 consonant sound).
K - 8th
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Science of Reading, Spelling
Also included in:Â Huge Summer Literacy Bundle
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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