CuriousCollaborations
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Liberty, Missouri, United States
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Over the past decade, I've had the incredible privilege of teaching various elementary levels. It's been a journey. Emphasizing collaboration in my classroom has been a cornerstone of my approach. Watching young minds come together, supporting each other, and learning from their peers has been truly inspiring. Whether through group projects, interactive discussions, or team-building activities, I've witnessed the power of collaboration in fostering a positive learning environment. These experiences have not only enriched my students' academic development but also nurtured their social skills, preparing them for a brighter future ahead.
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5th Grade Science Reading Passages & Task Cards Bundle | Matter
This complete 5th Grade Science Bundle includes reading passages, task cards, and a bonus activity, designed to engage students in hands-on learning and critical thinking about matter and its properties. Perfect for centers, Scoot, small groups, independent practice, or homework. Included Reading Passages Properties of Matter – leveled passage with comprehension questions, vocabulary, and multiple choice States of Matter (SLG) – leveled passage with questions and key vocabulary Conservatio
5th
Close Reading, General Science, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.4
+5
5th Grade Social Studies Task Cards Bundle | U.S. History & Government Review
Make social studies engaging, meaningful, and easy to review with this comprehensive 5th Grade Social Studies Task Cards Bundle! Perfect for centers, small groups, test prep, or independent practice, this resource covers key U.S. history and government topics in a student-friendly, interactive format. This bundle is designed to save you time while helping students build critical thinking, reading comprehension, and historical understanding. What’s Included:This bundle combines multiple high-int
5th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
5th Grade Winter Reading Comprehension Bundle | Fiction, Non-Fiction Passages
Bring winter literacy and comprehension practice to your classroom with this 5th Grade Winter Reading Comprehension Bundle! This bundle includes three engaging winter passages—two fiction and one non-fiction—that provide rigorous, standards-aligned reading practice while celebrating the season. Students will enjoy solving a winter mystery, following a heartwarming snow day story, and learning about the science and wonders of winter. Each passage is designed to build critical reading skills,
5th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RL.5.2
, RL.5.3
+4
Three Brain States Coloring Page: Visual Tool for Conscious Discipline & Social-
Introduce your students to the foundational concepts of Conscious Discipline with this engaging Three Brain States Coloring Page! Perfect for reinforcing social-emotional learning (SEL) in the classroom, this resource visually represents the Survival, Emotional, and Executive Brain States, helping students understand their emotions and behaviors in a fun and interactive way. What’s Included:Detailed coloring page illustrating the three brain states: Survival, Emotional, and ExecutiveVisual cues
3rd - 6th
Social Emotional Learning
Declaration of Independence 10 Task Cards – 5th Grade Social Studies – Common Co
Engage your 5th-grade students with these 10 Declaration of Independence Task Cards! Perfect for social studies lessons, small group work, or independent practice, these cards are designed to help students understand the key principles of the Declaration of Independence and how they apply to both historical events and modern times. Each card includes a task and a hint, along with three thought-provoking questions to: Encourage critical thinking and drawing conclusions Support students in i
5th
Civics, Government, U.S. History
Conservation of Mass Task Cards | 5th Grade Science | NGSS Aligned Physical Sci
Help your students master the concept of Conservation of Mass with this engaging set of 20 task cards designed for fifth-grade science classrooms. These cards provide a hands-on and critical thinking approach to understanding how matter is neither created nor destroyed during physical and chemical changes. Students will learn to: Identify and describe examples of conservation of mass Predict outcomes of physical and chemical changes Apply scientific reasoning to draw conclusions from obse
5th
Close Reading, General Science, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.4
, 5-PS1-2
Also included in: 5th Grade Science Reading Passages & Task Cards Bundle | Matter
Mixtures and Solutions Task Cards | 5th Grade Science | Physical Science | NGSS
Reinforce your students’ understanding of mixtures and solutions with these 20 engaging task cards designed for fifth-grade science. These task cards help students explore heterogeneous and homogeneous mixtures, solubility, and separation methods through short, focused questions that build critical thinking and reading comprehension skills. Students will learn to identify mixtures and solutions, describe their properties, and predict how to separate different substances using hands-on or o
5th
Chemistry, Close Reading, Reading
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.4
+2
Also included in: 5th Grade Science Reading Passages & Task Cards Bundle | Matter
Physical and Chemical Changes Task Cards | 5th Grade Science | NGSS Aligned | Ma
Reinforce your students’ understanding of physical and chemical changes with this set of 20 task cards designed for fifth-grade science classrooms. These cards help students observe, identify, and analyze changes in matter, while building critical thinking and comprehension skills. Students will learn to: Differentiate between physical changes (changes in appearance or state) and chemical changes (changes that produce new substances) Predict outcomes of physical and chemical changes Apply
5th
Close Reading, General Science, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.4
, 5-PS1-4
+1
Also included in: 5th Grade Science Reading Passages & Task Cards Bundle | Matter
Properties of Matter Reading Comprehension | 5th Grade | Physical and Changes
Help your students understand the physical and chemical properties of matter with this leveled 5th-grade reading comprehension passage. This resource uses clear, student-friendly language and includes examples from everyday life to make abstract science concepts concrete. Students will learn to identify and describe physical properties like color, texture, density, and state of matter, as well as chemical properties such as reactivity and flammability. The passage also encourages students t
5th
Chemistry, General Science, Other (ELA)
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.4
+2
Also included in: 5th Grade Science Reading Passages & Task Cards Bundle | Matter
Conservation of Mass Reading Comprehension 5th Grade Science Physical Chemical
Teach your students the fundamental principle that matter cannot be created or destroyed with this leveled 5th-grade reading comprehension passage on Conservation of Mass. This resource explains the concept using clear, student-friendly language and provides examples from everyday life, such as melting ice, evaporating water, and chemical reactions like baking a cake. Students will learn how to observe and measure matter during physical and chemical changes and practice drawing conclusions
5th
Close Reading, General Science, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.4
+2
Also included in: 5th Grade Science Reading Passages & Task Cards Bundle | Matter
Mixtures and Solutions Reading Comprehension Passage | 5th Grade Science
Help your students build a strong understanding of mixtures, solutions, and separating mixtures with this leveled 5th-grade science reading comprehension passage. This resource uses clear, student-friendly language and focuses on physical changes, making it perfect for upper elementary learners. Students will learn the difference between mixtures and solutions, how materials keep their properties, and how scientists separate mixtures using methods like filtering, evaporation, and magnets. T
5th
General Science, Physical Science, Reading Strategies
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.4
+2
Also included in: 5th Grade Science Reading Passages & Task Cards Bundle | Matter
Western Classroom Theme - Bulletin Board Borders - Back to School
Western Bulletin Board Borders – Cute Cowboy Classroom Decor | Printable Border Set with Solid Color OptionsYeehaw! Give your classroom that warm, country charm with this Western-Themed Bulletin Board Border Template Set! Designed for teachers who love a playful and cohesive look, this resource is perfect for decorating your classroom with cowboy boots, lassos, stars, and more. What’s Included: 9+ Western-Themed Border Styles: Featuring classic icons like cowboy hats, boots, stars, and horses
PreK - 6th
Classroom Community
States of Matter Task Cards | 5th Grade Science | Solids, Liquids, and Gases
Reinforce your students’ understanding of the states of matter with these 20 engaging task cards designed specifically for fifth-grade science. This resource helps students explore solids, liquids, and gases, particle movement, and physical changes caused by heating and cooling. The task cards guide students from basic understanding to deeper thinking by asking them to apply knowledge and draw conclusions about how matter behaves. They are perfect for science centers, scoot activities, smal
5th
ELA Test Prep, General Science, Writing
CCSS, NGSS
W.5.4
, 5-PS1-1
Also included in: 5th Grade Science Reading Passages & Task Cards Bundle | Matter
States of Matter Reading Comprehension Passage | 5th Grade | Solids Liquids Gas
Help your students build a clear and age-appropriate understanding of the states of matter with this leveled 5th-grade reading comprehension passage. This resource explains solids, liquids, and gases using student-friendly language while connecting science concepts to everyday experiences. The passage includes prior knowledge support, clear explanations of particle movement, and how matter changes when heat is added or removed. It is ideal for reinforcing physical science standards while stre
5th
Chemistry, Other (ELA), Science of Reading
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.4
+2
Also included in: 5th Grade Science Reading Passages & Task Cards Bundle | Matter
Cherries Themed Classroom Decor Bundle | Teacher Planner, Calendar, Posters, Bor
Bring a pop of fun and a splash of sweetness to your classroom with this Cherries Themed Classroom Decor Starter Pack Bundle! With a cheerful mix of blush and bright pinks, this cohesive set helps you stay organized, support student learning, and create a welcoming space from day one. Featuring 5 must-have classroom resources plus a bonus item, this bundle has everything you need to start the school year with style and purpose. What’s Included:1. Teacher Planner (Cherries Theme): Stay on top
K - 5th
Classroom Community
Distribution of Water on Earth – 5th Grade Reading Comprehension Passage
Engage your students with this 5th-grade reading comprehension passage on the distribution of water on Earth! This resource is perfect for integrating science and literacy in your classroom while teaching students about the amounts and percentages of water and freshwater in various reservoirs around the world. The passage highlights the importance of freshwater and how its limited availability makes it a valuable resource. It also includes comprehension questions that help reinforce importa
5th
Earth Sciences, Other (ELA), Science
CCSS, NGSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.3
+1
5th Grade Winter Reading Comprehension | Winter Wonders Informational Text | Com
5th Grade Winter Reading Comprehension Activity | Winter Wonders Informational Text | Common Core ELABring the beauty and science of winter into your classroom with this 5th Grade Winter Reading Comprehension Activity! Winter Wonders is a non-fiction, winter-themed passage that teaches students about snow, ice, hibernation, seasonal changes, and winter activities—all while strengthening essential reading comprehension skills. Perfect for winter literacy lessons, morning work, early finishers,
4th - 6th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.3
+4
SEL Reflection Journal for 5th Grade | Self-Awareness & Emotional Check-Ins
Support your 5th grade students’ emotional growth with this SEL Reflection Journal designed to build self-awareness, strengthen emotional regulation, and encourage thoughtful reflection. This printable and low-prep resource is perfect for daily or weekly emotional check-ins, morning meetings, SEL centers, or counseling groups. What’s Included: 12 Interactive SEL Journal Pages covering key self-awareness topics Weekly Emotions Log for consistent emotional reflection Self-Talk Sort, Emoti
3rd - 6th
Character Education, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
5th Grade Winter Reading Comprehension | Fiction Passage | The Snowstorm Surpris
Bring seasonal engagement and strong literacy practice to your winter ELA block with The Snowstorm Surprise, an original 5th grade winter fiction reading passage packed with rich details, meaningful themes, and standards-aligned comprehension work. This print-and-go resource is perfect for reading groups, literacy centers, morning work, sub plans, or a no-prep winter lesson. Students will love following Lila through a snowy adventure as she faces an important choice: rush to the Winter Carniva
4th - 6th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RL.5.2
, RL.5.3
+3
5th Grade Winter Reading Comprehension Mystery | The Case of the Lost Snowflake
Engage Your 5th Graders with a Winter Reading Comprehension Mystery!Bring winter fun and critical thinking into your classroom with this 5th Grade Winter Reading Comprehension Activity. The Case of the Lost Snowflake is a funny, engaging, and classroom-friendly mystery that turns your students into detectives. As they solve the mystery, students practice essential reading comprehension skills like making inferences, drawing conclusions, and citing textual evidence—all aligned with Common Core
4th - 6th
Close Reading, ELA Test Prep, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RL.5.2
, RL.5.3
+4
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About the store
Experience
Over the past decade, I've had the incredible privilege of teaching various elementary levels. It's been a journey. Emphasizing collaboration in my classroom has been a cornerstone of my approach. Watching young minds come together, supporting each other, and learning from their peers has been truly inspiring. Whether through group projects, interactive discussions, or team-building activities, I've witnessed the power of collaboration in fostering a positive learning environment. These experiences have not only enriched my students' academic development but also nurtured their social skills, preparing them for a brighter future ahead.
Teaching style
My elementary teaching style emphasizes collaboration, fostering an environment where students work together, learn from each other, and build strong connections. You encourage teamwork, group discussions, and cooperative learning activities, creating a supportive atmosphere that promotes active engagement and mutual understanding among students. By incorporating collaborative elements into your teaching, you facilitate a well-rounded and enriching educational experience that helps students develop essential social and communication skills while also enhancing their academic growth.
My own education history
BS in Elementary, Masters in SPED
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