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Low-prep upper elementary resources that save time without lowering the bar. 👋 Hi, I’m Marianna, and I design classroom-ready lessons, seasonal extras, and quick wins that make teaching easier and learning more active for students. ✅ Why This Store Exists If you teach grades 3 to 5, you already know the problem: finding a resource that looks good is easy. Finding one that is 👏 well-made, 👏 age-appropriate, and 👏 usable without extra fixing is a different story. That’s where this store comes in. I create grab-and-go resources for the parts of teaching that need to be easier: the seasonal extras, the engaging add-ons, the quick wins, and the lessons you want to use but do not have time to make yourself. ✅ What You’ll Find Here This store is built around low-prep resources that help students do more than sit still and fill in blanks. You’ll find activities that support 💭 thinking, 🗣️ discussion, 🏃 movement, 🎨 creativity, and 🙋‍♀️ real participation, without turning your prep time into a second job. Everything here is designed to be: 🩵 easy to use 🩵 strong enough to hold up in real classrooms 🩵 affordable without feeling cheap 🩵 engaging without being fluff ✅ What Makes It Different Many resources sell the idea of engagement. These are built to help you pull it off. That means clear structure, purposeful design, and activities that feel fun for students without becoming extra work for you. The goal is simple: give you ready-to-use resources that make the day easier, more interesting, and a little less beige. ✅ Start Here Not sure where to begin? Check the featured resources to see what teachers are loving right now. ⭐ Follow my store for new upper elementary resources that bring more engagement, less prep, and better classroom energy to your week.
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Preview of Reading Response Choice Board: Independent Reading Log with Questions Any Novel

Reading Response Choice Board: Independent Reading Log with Questions Any Novel

Looking for a reading log alternative that gives students more meaningful ways to respond to independent reading? These reading response choice boards work with fiction and nonfiction texts, giving upper elementary students structured choice while helping you build a repeatable reading journal routine for the year. Use the menus, response sheets, scaffolds, graphic organizers, rubrics, checklists, and digital options for independent reading, reading journals, homework, centers, book clubs, small
Preview of Primary and Secondary Sources Activities, Primary Sources Worksheets

Primary and Secondary Sources Activities, Primary Sources Worksheets

Bring primary and secondary sources to life with this rigorous interactive unit, filled with foundational social studies activities. Your students will be able to distinguish primary vs secondary sources when studying history, while also noticing primary sources in all areas of study! This ready-to-use, standards-aligned resource is:✅ All-in-One – Everything you need to teach primary and secondary sources without piecing together lessons from scratch. ✅ Truly Interactive – Guided notes, sorts
Preview of Math Choice Board Activities - Early Finishers 3rd Grade Multiplication Stations

Math Choice Board Activities - Early Finishers 3rd Grade Multiplication Stations

Use these choice board activities for your early finishers to review 3rd-grade multiplication concepts, or use the activities to create fun multiplication stations! With 8 higher-order thinking mini-projects and corresponding worksheets, you'll have everything you need to keep students busy and engaged. This resource is aligned to CCSS. Click here for a resource aligned to the Florida B.E.S.T. Standards!SAVE 20% BY PURCHASING THE BASIC OPERATIONS CHOICE BOARD BUNDLE!Take a closer look at this
Preview of Revision Practice Stations - Revising Checklist - Revise Writing Independently

Revision Practice Stations - Revising Checklist - Revise Writing Independently

Ready to make revising something your students actually understand? These Revising Stations make teaching the writing process clear, consistent, and engaging for grades 3–5. Students learn to revise sentences, improve clarity, and build confidence as they move through each structured step. Each station walks students through a guided revision process: so they know what to do, how to do it, and why it matters. The setup fits any classroom routine and takes the guesswork out of teaching r
Preview of Synonyms + Antonyms Review: I Have Who Has Synonyms Game 2nd 3rd Grade Activity

Synonyms + Antonyms Review: I Have Who Has Synonyms Game 2nd 3rd Grade Activity

This synonym review game will be fun for your whole class! Practice finding pairs of words with similar meanings with this engaging I Have, Who Has game. CHECK OUT THE PREVIEWS AND THUMBNAILS FOR A CLOSER LOOK!2nd and 3rd grade students will enjoy learning synonym pairs while playing the print version of Synonyms I Have, Who Has in class or using the digital slideshow available for Google Slides or Easel. With two differentiated options, this low-prep activity is a great way to reinforce this c
Preview of Peer Editing Checklist CUPS Editing Checklist Punctuation and Capitalization

Peer Editing Checklist CUPS Editing Checklist Punctuation and Capitalization

Ready to make editing something your students understand and enjoy? These CUPS Editing Stations take the CUPS writing strategy (Capitals, Usage, Punctuation, Spelling) and turn it into a practical, student-friendly system. Students learn to use an editing checklist with intention—not just correction—so they can polish their writing and understand why each change matters. Each station breaks the CUPS acronym into easy-to-follow steps, showing students how to check for clarity, correctness, an
Preview of Division Math Choice Board Common Core Standards 3rd Grade Practice Activities

Division Math Choice Board Common Core Standards 3rd Grade Practice Activities

Students need a lot of hands-on practice to grasp the concept of division in 3rd grade. This Division Choice Board features open-ended activities that give students the practice they need while also APPLYING what they have learned. You will be amazed at how your students show what they know about division! This resource is aligned to CCSS. Click here for a resource aligned to the Florida B.E.S.T. Standards!SAVE 30% BY PURCHASING THE BASIC OPERATIONS CHOICE BOARD BUNDLE!Take a closer look at thi
Preview of Singular + Plural Nouns Activities: Fall Nouns Task Cards for Centers + Practice

Singular + Plural Nouns Activities: Fall Nouns Task Cards for Centers + Practice

Although at first glance, the concept of singular and plural nouns seems like an easy one to grasp...until you start thinking of all the plural noun rules to remember! Students need lots of practice with this skill in order to excel at pluralizing- and they will have fun practicing with this Singular and Plural Nouns Fall Words activity, with print and digital options. PLEASE VIEW THE PREVIEW ABOVE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION! Your second and third-grade students will enjoy this fun, fall-them
Preview of Classroom Rules Activity Back to School Procedures and Expectations Choice Board

Classroom Rules Activity Back to School Procedures and Expectations Choice Board

This year, why not try a new classroom rules activity with your upper elementary students? Have students apply their knowledge of their new classroom with this unique Back to School Choice Board, which includes 9 different engaging options. This fun activity:Requires no extra prep - you can print and go!Encourages students to be active learnersCan be easily differentiated to meet the needs of your studentsSet the tone early that your classroom will be fueled by choice and accountability by all
Preview of Synonym Antonym Homonym Word Search Freebie

Synonym Antonym Homonym Word Search Freebie

You can never have too many word searches! This FREE set of synonym, antonym, and homonym word searches is great for fast finishers, extra practice, homework, emergency sub plans, and so much more! 2nd-3rd grade students can reinforce the vocabulary skills they are learning in class with these fun word searches. Each word search includes a bonus activity as well! RESOURCE INCLUDES:2 Synonym Word Searches2 Antonym Word Searches1 Homonym Word SearchAnswer Keys for All PuzzlesBonus Activities on Ea
Preview of Synonyms and Antonyms 3rd Grade I Have Who Has Antonyms Review Game

Synonyms and Antonyms 3rd Grade I Have Who Has Antonyms Review Game

Looking for a fun, whole-class game that can be used to introduce, practice, OR review antonym pairs? This interactive activity will reinforce this important vocabulary concept while getting rave reviews from your class. All of your students will have fun playing Antonyms I Have, Who Has, whether in-person or remote! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEWS AND THUMBNAILS FOR A CLOSER LOOK!2nd and 3rd grade students will enjoy learning antonym pairs while playing the print version of Antonyms I Have, Who Has
Preview of 3rd Grade Math Skills Assessment Addition Choice Board Math Performance Tasks

3rd Grade Math Skills Assessment Addition Choice Board Math Performance Tasks

This Addition Choice Board is not only a great way to see WHAT your students know about adding multi-digit numbers with and without regrouping, but to see HOW they can apply their knowledge. With 9 high-interest activities spanning a variety of learning styles, each child in your class will be able to demonstrate how well they understand addition skills and concepts. This resource is aligned to CCSS. For a resource aligned to the Florida B.E.S.T. Standards, please click here.SAVE 20% BY PURCHASI
Preview of Homonyms Game: Multiple Meaning Words 2nd Grade I Have Who Has Vocabulary Review

Homonyms Game: Multiple Meaning Words 2nd Grade I Have Who Has Vocabulary Review

Looking for a fun, whole-class game that can be used to introduce, practice, OR review homonym pairs? This interactive activity will reinforce this important vocabulary concept while getting rave reviews from your class. All of your students will have fun playing Homonym I Have, Who Has, whether in-person or remote! CHECK OUT THE PREVIEWS AND THUMBNAILS FOR A CLOSER LOOK!1st, 2nd and 3rd grade students will enjoy learning homonym pairs while playing the print version of Homonyms I Have, Who
Preview of Nouns Choice Board Activities

Nouns Choice Board Activities

This Nouns Choice Board is not only a great way to see WHAT your students know about various noun concepts (including singular and plural, common and proper, and concrete and abstract nouns) but to see HOW they can apply their knowledge. With 9 high-interest activities spanning a variety of learning styles, each child in your class will be able to demonstrate how well they understand addition skills and concepts. Take a closer look at this resource by clicking on the PREVIEWS and IMAGES above
Preview of Subtraction Math Choice Board  Activities FREEBIE

Subtraction Math Choice Board Activities FREEBIE

Want to try a Basic Operations Choice Board for free? This Subtraction Choice Board will allow your students to practice and reinforce their knowledge of subtraction concepts while participating in engaging, higher-order thinking activities. There are 9 different no-prep activities for your students to choose from. CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE BASIC OPERATIONS CHOICE BOARD BUNDLE!Take a closer look at this resource by clicking on the THUMBNAIL IMAGES above!WHY CHOICE BOARDS?Choice boards are an amazin
Preview of Multiplication Fact Fluency - Multiply by 0 and 1 Facts - FREEBIE

Multiplication Fact Fluency - Multiply by 0 and 1 Facts - FREEBIE

Can you imagine your students WANTING to practice their multiplication facts? I couldn't either until I discovered the secret- interactive digital activities! This Multiply by 0 and 1 Fact Fluency Digital Activity will get your class excited about learning their math facts. This resource is available for three different platforms: Boom Learning™, Google Classroom™, and Easel by TpT. Keep reading to find out how the activity works on each platform. Boom LearningBoom Cards are digital self-checkin
Preview of State Test Writing Prompts: Analyzing Writing Prompts - Expository Lesson Plan

State Test Writing Prompts: Analyzing Writing Prompts - Expository Lesson Plan

The more practice your students have with analyzing state test writing prompts, the less intimidated they will be on test day! This lesson provides an overview of everything your students will need to know about the language used in a formal expository writing prompt! Coming soon: the Exceptional Expository Bundle. Save 30% by purchasing all the lessons at one time. Check back to find out when the bundle goes LIVE.This resource includes:20-page PowerPoint slideshow ("Expository Writing Prompts")
Preview of Addition Math Choice Board Florida Best Standards 3rd Grade Practice Activities

Addition Math Choice Board Florida Best Standards 3rd Grade Practice Activities

This Addition Choice Board is not only a great way to see WHAT your students know about adding multi-digit numbers with and without regrouping, but to see HOW they can apply their knowledge. With 9 high-interest activities spanning a variety of learning styles, each child in your class will be able to demonstrate how well they understand addition skills and concepts. This resource is aligned to the Florida BEST Standards. For a CCSS-aligned resource, please click here.Take a closer look at this
Preview of Division Math Choice Board Florida BEST Standards 3rd Grade Practice Activities

Division Math Choice Board Florida BEST Standards 3rd Grade Practice Activities

Want your students to get more hands-on practice with division? This Division Choice Board features open-ended activities that give students the practice they need while also APPLYING what they have learned. You will be amazed at how your students show what they know about division! This resource is aligned to the Florida B.E.S.T. Standards. Click here for a resource aligned to CCSS!Take a closer look at this resource by clicking on the PREVIEWS and IMAGES above!WHY CHOICE BOARDS?Choice boards
Preview of Multiplication Math Choice Board Florida BEST Standards 3rd Grade Activities

Multiplication Math Choice Board Florida BEST Standards 3rd Grade Activities

Multiplication is not just about memorizing facts. Check your students' understanding of multiplication topics, such as multiples of 10 and 100, properties of multiplication, related facts, and more with the Multiplication Choice Board! Each of the open-ended activities not only asks students to show what they know about multiplication skills and strategies, but also APPLY it to different situations. This resource is aligned to the Florida B.E.S.T. Standards. Click here for a CCSS aligned versio
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Low-prep upper elementary resources that save time without lowering the bar. 👋 Hi, I’m Marianna, and I design classroom-ready lessons, seasonal extras, and quick wins that make teaching easier and learning more active for students. ✅ Why This Store Exists If you teach grades 3 to 5, you already know the problem: finding a resource that looks good is easy. Finding one that is 👏 well-made, 👏 age-appropriate, and 👏 usable without extra fixing is a different story. That’s where this store comes in. I create grab-and-go resources for the parts of teaching that need to be easier: the seasonal extras, the engaging add-ons, the quick wins, and the lessons you want to use but do not have time to make yourself. ✅ What You’ll Find Here This store is built around low-prep resources that help students do more than sit still and fill in blanks. You’ll find activities that support 💭 thinking, 🗣️ discussion, 🏃 movement, 🎨 creativity, and 🙋‍♀️ real participation, without turning your prep time into a second job. Everything here is designed to be: 🩵 easy to use 🩵 strong enough to hold up in real classrooms 🩵 affordable without feeling cheap 🩵 engaging without being fluff ✅ What Makes It Different Many resources sell the idea of engagement. These are built to help you pull it off. That means clear structure, purposeful design, and activities that feel fun for students without becoming extra work for you. The goal is simple: give you ready-to-use resources that make the day easier, more interesting, and a little less beige. ✅ Start Here Not sure where to begin? Check the featured resources to see what teachers are loving right now. ⭐ Follow my store for new upper elementary resources that bring more engagement, less prep, and better classroom energy to your week.

Teaching style

Since 2004, I’ve taught, tutored, and coached students in grades K to 5, in addition to supporting teachers in various capacities on and off campus. My teaching style has always centered on choice, independence, and active learning. I want students to do more than fill in blanks or bubble in answers, which you'll see when you grab one of my resources.

Awards & shining teacher moments

• NBCT • Teacher of the Year for my school, 2016 • Many cards proclaiming me to be the "best teacher ever" • One card proclaiming me to be a student's "second favorite" teacher (a gift I cherish)

My own education history

Bachelors Degree in Education National Board Certified Teacher Lifelong Learner Teacher Instructional Coach Tutor Team Leader Committee Leader Conference Speaker

Additional biographical information

I lead an intentionally quiet life and love nothing more than snuggling up on the couch with my husband and our dog, Leo. I love reading, any and all Bravo shows, and going down rabbit holes at least once a week.