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Creative digital resources in literature and language arts designed to promote excellence in literacy for all learners, at every grade level. Curated by an experienced educator who has taught middle school ELA, 12th grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, and is certified in dyslexia intervention and primary-level literacy instruction.
Our resources are thoughtfully crafted to inspire, engage, and empower readers and writers—from foundational phonics to advanced literary analysis. Whether you’re teaching beginning readers or AP scholars, you’ll find high-quality, research-based materials that make learning literature and language arts both meaningful and enjoyable.
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Interactive Reading Comprehension Bundle | 1st–2nd Grade Literacy
Interactive Reading Comprehension Bundle | 1st–2nd Grade LiteracyMake reading fun and meaningful with this Interactive Reading Comprehension Bundle, designed to strengthen fluency, comprehension, and writing skills in early elementary readers. Each passage features engaging, real-life topics — from dance class to the pet shop — paired with interactive comprehension questions, vocabulary practice, and writing prompts that build confidence and reading stamina. Perfect for small-group instruction,
PreK - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Science of Reading
Short Vowel Phonics Lesson Bundle | Decodable Stories & Activities
Short Vowel Phonics Lesson Bundle | Decodable Stories & Activities | Kindergarten & 1st GradeBuild a strong foundation in phonemic awareness, decoding, and reading fluency with this complete Short Vowel Phonics Lesson Bundle! This set includes five interactive, multisensory lessons — one for each short vowel sound (A, E, I, O, U) — each featuring explicit instruction, word family practice, and a fully decodable short story. Perfect for early readers, small-group intervention, or homeschool liter
PreK - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Science of Reading
Short E Sound Phonics Lesson and Decodable Text
Short E Sound Phonics Lesson Plan | Decodable Reading Practice | Kindergarten & 1st GradeHelp your students master the short E sound with this interactive, multisensory phonics lesson plan! Designed for early readers, small groups, and reading intervention, this lesson provides explicit, structured, and engaging instruction to help students confidently read and spell words with the short /ĕ/ sound. What’s Included:Step-by-step lesson plan introducing the short E sound (/ĕ/)Picture and word exam
PreK - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Science of Reading
Also included in: Short Vowel Phonics Lesson Bundle | Decodable Stories & Activities
Short U Sound Phonics Lesson and Decodable Text
Short U Sound Phonics Lesson Plan | Decodable Reading Practice | Kindergarten & 1st GradeHelp your students master the short U sound with this interactive, multisensory phonics lesson plan! Designed for early readers, small groups, and reading intervention, this lesson provides explicit, structured, and engaging instruction to help students confidently read and spell words with the short /ŭ/ sound. What’s Included:Step-by-step lesson plan introducing the short U sound (/ŭ/)Picture and word exam
PreK - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Science of Reading
Also included in: Short Vowel Phonics Lesson Bundle | Decodable Stories & Activities
Short O Sound Phonics Lesson and Decodable Text
Short O Sound Phonics Lesson Plan | Decodable Reading Practice | Kindergarten & 1st GradeHelp your students master the short O sound with this interactive, multisensory phonics lesson plan! Designed for early readers, small groups, and intervention settings, this lesson provides explicit, structured, and engaging instruction to help students confidently read and spell words with the short /ŏ/ sound. What’s Included:Step-by-step lesson plan introducing the short O sound (/ŏ/)Picture and word exa
PreK - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Science of Reading
Also included in: Short Vowel Phonics Lesson Bundle | Decodable Stories & Activities
Short I Sound Phonics Lesson and Decodable Text
Short I Sound Phonics Lesson Plan | Decodable Reading Practice | Kindergarten & 1st GradeHelp your students master the short I sound with this interactive, multisensory phonics lesson plan! Designed for early readers, small groups, and intervention settings, this lesson provides explicit, structured, and engaging instruction to help students confidently read and spell words with the short /ĭ/ sound. What’s Included:Step-by-step lesson plan introducing the short I sound (/ĭ/)Picture and word exa
PreK - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Science of Reading
Also included in: Short Vowel Phonics Lesson Bundle | Decodable Stories & Activities
Short A Sound Phonics Lesson and Decodable Text
Short A Sound Phonics Lesson Plan | Decodable Reading Practice | Kindergarten & 1st GradeHelp your students master the short A sound with this interactive, multisensory phonics lesson plan! Designed for early readers, intervention groups, and students with dyslexia or other reading challenges, this lesson provides explicit, systematic instruction that makes phonics fun, visual, and engaging.What’s Included:Step-by-step lesson plan introducing the short A sound (/ă/)Picture and word examples fo
PreK - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Science of Reading
Also included in: Short Vowel Phonics Lesson Bundle | Decodable Stories & Activities
Interactive Reading: Birthday Party
Birthday Party Reading Bash!This joyful, birthday-themed reading lesson is packed with movement and creativity to support early readers—especially those with dyslexia or ADHD. Students will read a short decodable story about a birthday celebration and respond to discussion questions to build comprehension. They'll match colorful word cards to pictures, draw mystery words from a gift bag, and write simple sentences using birthday-themed prompts. A hands-on birthday checklist activity helps reinfo
K - 2nd
Reading, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
Interactive Reading: The Beach
Beach Day Reading FunIn this sunny, beach-themed reading lesson, students will build their literacy skills through fun, multisensory activities. They'll read a decodable story about a brother and sister at the beach and draw pictures to match key words for comprehension. Students will play Beach Sight Word Bingo to reinforce high-frequency words, write simple sentences using beach-themed picture prompts, and create a personalized checklist of items to pack for a beach day. This lesson is perfect
K - 2nd
Reading, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
Also included in: Interactive Reading Comprehension Bundle | 1st–2nd Grade Literacy
Interactive Reading: Sleepover
This fun and engaging set of sleepover-themed worksheets is designed to support early readers through multisensory and interactive activities. Students will build decoding skills with word cards, practice handwriting with sleepover vocabulary, play “Flashlight Tag” to find and read hidden words, and strengthen comprehension through an interactive short story with questions. Writing prompts and sentence-building tasks encourage creative thinking while reinforcing key phonics and sight words. Perf
K - 2nd
Reading, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
Also included in: Interactive Reading Comprehension Bundle | 1st–2nd Grade Literacy
Interactive Reading: Horses
This engaging set of horse-themed reading worksheets is designed especially for 1st-grade students with ADHD or dyslexia. Each activity supports early literacy through multisensory, high-interest learning that keeps students moving, focused, and excited to read. Students will: Decode sight words and a reading passage. Practice reading comprehension with short, accessible stories about barn life. Jump hurdles by physically moving through word challenges (great for focus and retention) Feed th
K - 2nd
Balanced Literacy, Reading, Reading Strategies
Also included in: Interactive Reading Comprehension Bundle | 1st–2nd Grade Literacy
Interactive Reading: Dance Class
Designed for students with dyslexia and ADHD who learn best through movement, rhythm, and play!This joyful and engaging set of dance-themed reading activities helps young learners build key literacy skills—like decoding, sight word recognition, comprehension, and sentence writing—by connecting reading to movement, rhythm, and imagination. Each activity is interactive, multisensory, and built to support attention and confidence through fun. Decodable Reading & ComprehensionWord Dance ActivityPa
K - 2nd
Balanced Literacy, Reading, Reading Strategies
Also included in: Interactive Reading Comprehension Bundle | 1st–2nd Grade Literacy
Interactive Reading: Pet Shop
These reading activities are designed to support early literacy skills through fun, hands-on learning that works especially well for beginner readers and students with dyslexia and ADHD. The lessons focus on phonics, sight words, comprehension, and vocabulary, all within a high-interest pet theme that keeps students excited and motivated. Activities include: Decodable Story + Comprehension Questions Students read a short, decodable story about pets (like “Ruby’s Spa Day”) using simple sentenc
K - 2nd
Balanced Literacy, Reading, Reading Strategies
Also included in: Interactive Reading Comprehension Bundle | 1st–2nd Grade Literacy
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Experience
Creative digital resources in literature and language arts designed to promote excellence in literacy for all learners, at every grade level. Curated by an experienced educator who has taught middle school ELA, 12th grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, and is certified in dyslexia intervention and primary-level literacy instruction.
Our resources are thoughtfully crafted to inspire, engage, and empower readers and writers—from foundational phonics to advanced literary analysis. Whether you’re teaching beginning readers or AP scholars, you’ll find high-quality, research-based materials that make learning literature and language arts both meaningful and enjoyable.
Teaching style
I believe in fostering excellence in literacy for all learners through a balance of structure, creativity, and purpose. My teaching integrates classical literary depth with research-based reading instruction, empowering students—from emerging readers to AP scholars—to think critically, read with empathy, and write with intention.
Awards & shining teacher moments
New Educator of the Year Award 19-20
American Hero Teacher of the Year Award 21-22
My own education history
Bachelors of Arts in English from Florida Gulf Coast University.
Masters of Public Health from Liberty University.
Teaching Certification from Florida Gulf Coast University.
Philosophy of Christian Education Certification from Hobe Sound Bible College.
Dyslexia Certification from the University of Florida.
Additional biographical information
Hi, I’m Courtney, an English educator passionate about creating engaging, research-based resources that foster excellence in literacy for all learners. With experience teaching middle school ELA, 12th Grade English, AP Literature, and AP Language, I specialize in helping students think deeply, read critically, and write with purpose. I’m also certified in dyslexia intervention and literacy instruction for early learners, and I believe every student—from emerging readers to advanced scholars—deserves the tools to succeed and the joy of learning through language.
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