Defusing Confusion
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As a recent graduate, I have spent my last four years in schools in the Philadelphia area observing, assisting, and stepping in for teachers. Over these four years, I have been in classrooms with students ages four to fourteen and am looking forward to getting back into classrooms again one day. For the time being, I want to focus on my personal brand and expand my collection of resources while sharing with other educators as well.
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Inequality Word Problem Key Words w/ GRAPHS Anchor Chart Word Map
Greater Than > | Less Than < | Greater Than or Equal To ≥ | Less Than or Equal To ≤ | Number Line Graphing Sometimes it can be tricky to figure out exactly what a word problem is asking you to do. With this word map, students will be able to connect the words they are seeing in their math problem to the mathematical operation and corresponding graph. I created this tool in order to support my students who were getting caught up in the language of word problems. Being able to solve word
K - 12th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.C.6
, 1.NBT.B.3
, 2.NBT.A.4
+14
Also included in: Inequality Word Problem Bundle
Real Numbers Identifying Charts (Rational, Irrational, Integer, Whole, Natural)
Classifying real numbers is a topic that can be confusing for students. Knowing the difference between the definitions and determining the traits that they share is key to the understanding of this concept. The resource includes definitions for terms including irrational number, rational number, integer, whole number, and natural number. In this download, you will get 3 different kinds of charts to help classify real numbers: 1. concentric circles: includes title, definition, and examples of ir
4th - 12th
Algebra, Decimals, Math
CCSS
6.NS.C.6
, 6.NS.C.6c
, 6.NS.C.7b
+20
Also included in: Classifying Real Numbers BUNDLE
Inequality Word Problem Key Words and Phrases Anchor Chart Word Map
Greater Than > | Less Than < | Greater Than or Equal To ≥ | Less Than or Equal To ≤Sometimes it can be tricky to figure out exactly what a word problem is asking you to do. With this word map, students will be able to connect the words they are seeing in their math problem to the mathematical operation. I created this tool in order to support my students who were getting caught up in the language of word problems. Being able to solve word problems helps students practice real-wor
K - 12th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.C.6
, 1.NBT.B.3
, 2.NBT.A.4
+13
Also included in: Inequality Word Problem Bundle
Spring Roll and Write: Summary Sentences BUNDLE
Teach students the structure of a summary with these 9 Spring Themed Roll and Write: Summary Sentences activities. Encourage the class to pay attention to the structure of the sentence: a subject (who), then an action (what), ending with a prepositional phrase (when/where). This roll and write focuses on the season of fall where you can use your imagination to write a silly story! Use these resources again and again; there are 216 possible combinations! Included in this bundle: Spring Roll and
1st - 6th
Creative Writing, Reading, Writing
CCSS
W.1.3
, W.2.3
, W.3.3
+9
Winter Roll and Write: Summary Sentences BUNDLE
Teach students the structure of a summary with these 8 Winter-Themed Roll and Write: Summary Sentences activities. Encourage the class to pay attention to the structure of the sentence: a subject (who), then an action (what), ending with a prepositional phrase (when/where). This roll and write focuses on the season of fall where you can use your imagination to write a silly story! Use these resources again and again; there are 216 possible combinations! Included in this bundle: Winter Roll and
1st - 6th
Creative Writing, Reading, Writing
CCSS
W.1.3
, W.2.3
, W.3.3
+7
Step-by-Step Metric System Conversion Chart
Step-by-Step Metric System Conversion ChartThis resource includes multiple types of charts to convert within the metric system. Page 1 is the simplest design which includes the chart itself, the base units, and x10 / ÷10 when converting units. Page 2 includes the chart itself, the base units, x10 / ÷10 when converting units, as well as steps to guide students through the conversion process.Page 3 details the steps alongside a template and an explanation. It is recommended to use this explanatio
2nd - 5th
Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
2.MD.A.1
, 2.MD.A.2
, 2.MD.A.3
+6
Also included in: Customary and Metric Conversion Chart BUNDLE | Length, Weight, Capacity
Level 2: 2nd syllable schwa (VCCV w/ “-on”) SoR Reading Comprehension Passage
This reading comprehension passage is 185 words that focuses on 2nd syllable schwa with double consonants ending with “on.” When there is a two-syllable word with an unaccented second syllable, the vowel in the second syllable is pronounced /ĭ/ if it is before an n. Also, the target words all have double consonants to encourage students can easily identify them. This text is considered Level 2 because it still maintains the double letter VCCV syllable pattern, it is a longer text and has some mo
K - 6th
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Spelling
CCSS
RF.K.2
, RF.K.2d
, RF.K.3
+32
Also included in: 2nd Syllable Schwa (ending w/ "n") Reading Comprehension BUNDLE
2nd Syllable Schwa (ending w/ "n") Reading Comprehension BUNDLE
This bundle includes 4 resources that focus on 2nd syllable schwa for words that have have a vowel in the second syllable followed by an "n." This causes the vowel sound to be schwa and make an / ĭ / sound. When using this resource, teachers can decide which level best suits their students. Look at the previews to see which level is the best fit! All resources in this bundle include a word list, 2 versions of the reading comprehension passage (with and without target words), multiple choice ques
K - 5th
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Spelling
CCSS
RF.K.2
, RF.K.2d
, RF.K.3
+45
Autumn Roll and Write: Summary Sentences BUNDLE
Teach students the structure of a summary with these 8 Fall-Themed Roll and Write: Summary Sentences activities. Encourage the class to pay attention to the structure of the sentence: a subject (who), then an action (what), ending with a prepositional phrase (when/where). This roll and write focuses on the season of fall where you can use your imagination to write a silly story about anything from A wicked witch won the costume contest during the full moon... to... The not-so-scary ghost got
1st - 6th
Creative Writing, Reading, Writing
CCSS
W.1.3
, W.2.3
, W.3.3
+9
Kindergarten Preparedness Assessment
Fine Motor, Gross Motor, Letter Name, Letter Sound, Letter Grapheme, Number Name, Number Grapheme, Self Help Skills, Writing SkillsThis resource is intended to provide baseline data for students entering kindergarten based on age 4 and 5 development and state standards. While students may have experience with many of these skills prior to kindergarten, remember that children learn at different paces and have different life experiences coming into kindergarten. Use this as a guide for further ins
PreK - K
For All Subjects, Numbers, Writing
CCSS
K.CC.A.1
, K.CC.A.2
, K.CC.A.3
+2
Linear Equation Forms Notes | Slope Intercept, Point Slope, Standard
Help your students summarize their knowledge on Linear Equation Forms like slope intercept form, point slope form, and standard form using this resource. On one handy sheet, students can see the name of the form, the form itself, the definitions of the variables, and the best times to use each of these forms. With the 2 pages, students can have the complete version to keep, or the scaffolded fill-in-the-blank notes.
5th - 12th
Algebra, Algebra 2, Graphing
CCSS
5.OA.B.3
, 6.EE.C.9
, 7.EE.B.4
+10
One Operation Algebraic Equations | One Step Equations for All Operations
This resource is the perfect introduction to algebraic equations with only one operation being required for each problem. Students will by able to practice their opposite operations for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division algebra problems. Many people describe these kinds of equations as “one-step equations,” but I find that this confuses my students since it often takes more than one step. These worksheets are intentional with their phrasing and creates positive habits to scaffo
3rd - 8th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
6.EE.B.5
, 6.EE.B.6
, 6.EE.B.7
+1
Positive and Negative Integers Worksheets Addition and Subtraction
These 6 worksheets targeting the addition and subtraction of positive and negative integers are perfect for differentiated instruction! There are 14 total pages in this resource including 6 original worksheets included, their answer keys, and a number line. Below, is a table of contents: Page 1: Title Page Page 2: Adding Negative Integers (sums -10 to +10) with number line Page 3: Answer Key for Adding Negative Integers (sums -10 to +10) with number line Page 4: Subtracting Negative Integers (d
4th - 10th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
6.NS.C.5
, 6.NS.C.6a
, 6.NS.C.6c
+3
Saint Patrick's Day Roll and Write: Summary Sentences
Teach students the structure of a summary with this Saint Patrick's Day Roll and Write: Summary Sentences activity. Encourage the class to pay attention to the structure of the sentence: a subject (who), then an action (what), ending with a prepositional phrase (when/where). This roll and write focuses on the St. Patrick's Day where you can use your imagination to write a silly story about anything from A lively leprechaun found a giant shamrock at the end of a rainbow.... to... A man named P
1st - 6th
Creative Writing, Reading, Writing
CCSS, TEKS
W.1.3
, W.2.3
, W.3.3
+10
Also included in: Spring Roll and Write: Summary Sentences BUNDLE
Plot Diagram Charts | Text Boxes and Definitions
Students can use this resource to plan a story that they would like to write, or to derive the plot from a story that they are reading or watching. If you would prefer to focus on the 5 elements of plot (exposition, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution), look at pages 2, 3, and 4. If you would like to introduce conflict and theme to your students in addition to the 5 elements of plot, look to pages 5, 6, and 7. Title Page5 Elements of Plot Text Box Worksheet (color)5 Elements of
3rd - 5th
Close Reading, Reading Strategies, Writing
CCSS, TEKS
RL.2.3
, RL.2.5
, RL.3.3
+27
Word Problem Key Words Anchor Charts (Operations, Inequalities, +/- Integers)
Word problems can be tough! Many of my students struggle with breaking apart word problems with both basic operations as well as inequalities. With this, I made anchor charts that identify key words that are commonly seen in word problems. 1: Basic Operations-- Addition + | Subtraction - | Multiplication x | Division ÷2: Inequalities-- Greater Than > | Less Than < | Greater Than or Equal To ≥ | Less Than or Equal To ≤3: Inequality with Graphs
K - 12th
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
Customary Conversion Charts | Length, Weight, Capacity
Customary Conversion Chart | Length, Weight, CapacityCustomary conversions can be confusing for students! That is why I created this tool that helps students contextualize the unit of measurement they are working in, and compare units using a key number of 1. This allows students to easily identify what number they use when they are multiplying and dividing. In this resource, all pages include the following: comparing length (miles, yards, feet, inches)comparing capacity (gallons, quarts, pints,
2nd - 5th
Math, Measurement, Other (Math)
CCSS
2.MD.A.2
, 2.MD.A.3
, 2.MD.A.4
+7
Also included in: Customary and Metric Conversion Chart BUNDLE | Length, Weight, Capacity
Easter Roll and Write: Summary Sentence
Teach students the structure of a summary with this Easter Roll and Write: Summary Sentences activity. Encourage the class to pay attention to the structure of the sentence: a subject (who), then an action (what), ending with a prepositional phrase (when/where). This roll and write focuses on the season of spring where you can use your imagination to write a silly story about anything from The Easter Bunny hatched from a golden egg on a fluffy cloud. .. to... A little lamb lost its egg with t
1st - 6th
Creative Writing, Reading, Writing
CCSS
W.1.3
, W.2.3
, W.3.3
+9
Also included in: Spring Roll and Write: Summary Sentences BUNDLE
April Roll and Write: Summary Sentence
Teach students the structure of a summary with this April Roll and Write: Summary Sentences activity. Encourage the class to pay attention to the structure of the sentence: a subject (who), then an action (what), ending with a prepositional phrase (when/where). This roll and write focuses on the month of April where you can use your imagination to write a silly story about anything from A jokester brought their child to work at the castle. .. to... A baseball player received a basket of treat
1st - 6th
Creative Writing, Reading, Writing
CCSS
W.1.3
, W.2.3
, W.3.3
+9
Also included in: Spring Roll and Write: Summary Sentences BUNDLE
April Fools' Day Day Roll and Write: Summary Sentence
Teach students the structure of a summary with this April Fools' Roll and Write: Summary Sentences activity. Encourage the class to pay attention to the structure of the sentence: a subject (who), then an action (what), ending with a prepositional phrase (when/where). This roll and write focuses on the silly holiday on April 1st of April Fools' Day where you can use your imagination to write a silly story about anything from A jokester fell for all of his own pranks on April Fools' Day. .. to.
1st - 6th
Creative Writing, Reading, Writing
CCSS
W.1.3
, W.2.3
, W.3.3
+9
Also included in: Spring Roll and Write: Summary Sentences BUNDLE
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About the store
Experience
As a recent graduate, I have spent my last four years in schools in the Philadelphia area observing, assisting, and stepping in for teachers. Over these four years, I have been in classrooms with students ages four to fourteen and am looking forward to getting back into classrooms again one day. For the time being, I want to focus on my personal brand and expand my collection of resources while sharing with other educators as well.
Teaching style
Learn to love. Love to learn.
My main goal for my students is that they leave my room being independent learners, so I work to create a student-driven classroom community with all of my classes and activities. When students are able to advocate for themselves and their needs, they will thrive both in and out of the classroom.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I entered Saint Joseph's University with a Presidential Scholarship, and throughout my time at the school, I maintained a 3.95 GPA. My passion for education grew over the years, and I had the opportunity to join Kappa Delta Pi, the Honors Education Fraternity. KDP allowed me to learn from peers and alumni while establishing educational values of my own. I graduated Magna Cum Laude with my double major and minor, and I'm excited to use the drive that I have for education in order to create resources for other teachers.
My own education history
I attended Pennsbury School District for my K-12 education, and have watched my three younger siblings attend these schools as well. For college, I attended Saint Joseph's University where I earned majors in Elementary Education and Special Education as well as a minor in Communications. I hope to one day return for my Master's Degree, but for now, I am enjoying my time finding out what teaching means to me.
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