I taught second grade for seven years, third grade for 3 years, and have been teaching gifted and talented for Kindergarten through fifth grade since 2017.
Define your goals for the gifted and talented classroom with these printable posters, outlining nine core standards for gifted students. Then use the form to assess the standards on a quarterly or annual basis.
This printable lesson explores perfectionism, a common characteristic of gifted children. Students reflect on their own thoughts and feelings and are then challenged to replace negative feelings with positive truths. I use this for teaching gifted 4th and 5th graders at a private Christian school, but the lesson can be adapted to use without the Bible verses if you are in a public school setting.
Define your goals for the gifted and talented classroom with these printable posters that outline nine core standards for gifted students. Then use the form to assess the standards on a quarterly or annual basis. This is an updated design geared toward elementary students.
This editable PPT document will help you clearly communicate the progress of gifted and talented students in your program. It is based on nine core program standards and can be modified to suit your needs.
I received this fun clock as a teacher gift, and it sparked instant curiosity in my students. This presentation was developed to work our way around the clock throughout the school year. Some lessons could be completed in a few short minutes. Depending on your students’ age and prior knowledge, some of the lessons would take significantly longer. My goal in these lessons is not mastery, but to introduce students to a wide range of advanced math concepts and to have fun with it!
These coloring sheets are based on the seven "I am" statements of Jesus. John records Jesus saying “I am the bread of life” (6:35), “I am the light of the world” (8:12), “I am the gate for the sheep” (10:7), “I am the good shepherd” (10:11), “I am the resurrection” (11:25), “I am the way, the truth, and the life” (14:6), and “I am the true vine” (15:1).
Define your goals for gifted and talented elementary students with these printable posters that outline nine core standards for gifted students. These are aligned with the editable progress report, also available in my store. Both letter and ledger size formats are included in this bundle. The original design is also included.
These coloring pages are based on each of the "Beatitudes" found in Matthew 5:3-10. Use these to meditate on the opening words of Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, to reinforce a Bible lesson, or just for coloring fun! Matthew 5:3Matthew 5:4Matthew 5:5Matthew 5:6Matthew 5:7Matthew 5:8Matthew 5:9Matthew 5:10
Define your goals for gifted and talented elementary students with these printable posters that outline nine core standards for gifted students. These are aligned with the editable progress report, also available in my store.
Define your goals for gifted and talented elementary students with these printable posters, outlining nine core standards for gifted students. These are aligned with the editable progress report, also available in my store.
This is a perfect Valentine's Day activity for your church or Christian school. Each BINGO card is printed with the Biblical definition of love from 1 Corinthians 13 and pictures that represent each part of that definition. There are 14 unique cards along with enlarged visual cues for the caller.
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24 beautiful coloring pages of verses from the book of Colossians. All Scripture is taken from the NIV. Colossians 1:3-4Colossians 1:9b-10Colossians 1:13-14Colossians 1:15-16Colossians 1:17Colossians 1:18Colossians 1:19-20Colossians 2:2-3Colossians 2:2-3Colossians 2:6-7Colossians 2:8Colossians 2:13Colossians 3:1Colossians 3:2Colossians 3:4Colossians 3:11bColossians 3:12Colossians 3:13Colossians 3:14Colossians 3:15Colossians 3:16Colossians 3:17Colossians 4:2Colossians 4:5Colossians 4:6
Download includes 9 coloring sheets - one for each of Jesus' parables about the kingdom of heaven found in the book of Matthew with Bible verses included. All Scripture is from the New International Version (NIV), 2011.
These standards are aligned with the editable progress report, also available in my store. Use this handy reference to shape lesson goals and guide student thinking and behavior expectations.
Help kids learn about God's BIG love with this scavenger hunt! They will find the missing words in a series of Bible verses, and then look for objects to represent each item.
75 beautiful coloring pages of verses from the book of Ephesians. All Scripture is taken from the NIV. Ephesians 1:3Ephesians 1:4Ephesians 1:5-6Ephesians 1:7Ephesians 1:8-10Ephesians 1:11-12Ephesians 1:13-14Ephesians 1:15-16Ephesians 1:17Ephesians 1:18-19Ephesians 1:19b-21Ephesians 1:22Ephesians 1:23Ephesians 2:1-2Ephesians 2:3Ephesians 2:4-5Ephesians 2:6Ephesians 2:7Ephesians 2:8-9Ephesians 2:10Ephesians 2:12-13Ephesians 2:14Ephesians 2:17-18Ephesians 2:19aEphesians 2:19b-20Ephesians 2:21Ephesi
Use these self-reflection sheets as a ticket-out-the-door, formative assessment, or as a part of an ongoing reflection journal. I use these at the end of each session with my gifted students to help them reflect on their learning. Then we take time each quarter to read over them, further solidifying their learning experiences. There are three formats for each sheet: standard lines for older students, primary lines for younger students, and no lines to allow students the option of drawing their
40 beautiful coloring pages of verses from the book of Galatians. All Scripture is taken from the NIV. Galatians 1:3-5Galatians 1:10Galatians 1:11-12Galatians 2:16Galatians 2:20Galatians 2:21Galatians 3:7-9Galatians 3:11Galatians 3:13Galatians 3:14Galatians 3:22Galatians 3:23-25Galatians 3:26-27Galatians 3:28-29Galatians 4:4-5Galatians 4:6Galatians 4:7Galatians 4:9Galatians 4:28Galatians 5:1Galatians 5:4Galatians 5:5Galatians 5:6bGalatians 5:7Galatians 5:13Galatians 5:14Galatians 5:16Galatians 5
I taught second grade for seven years, third grade for 3 years, and have been teaching gifted and talented for Kindergarten through fifth grade since 2017.
Teaching style
I want students to be actively engaged in hands-on discovery. My classroom involves real-life simulations, creative problem-solving, and interest-based learning.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Chappie James Most Promising Teacher Award
My own education history
Bachelors Degree in Early Childhood Education
Masters Degree in Curriculum and Instruction - Gifted Education
Additional biographical information
I'm also actively involved in Children's Ministry, so I hope to create products for Christian teachers as well. My passion is nurturing kids - heart, mind, and soul!
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