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I have taught for 19 years! :) I spent the first 9 years of my teaching career as a middle school English teacher, and I have been an elementary gifted teacher for the past 9 years. Loved every minute...well, mostly every minute ;)
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Preview of Computer Coding - An Introduction Lesson

Computer Coding - An Introduction Lesson

Are you ready for the Hour of Code? This lesson was designed as an introduction to computer coding. It is a paper/pencil activity that will teach students that coding works by establishing a set of specific instructions in order to complete a desired task, in this case, getting the puppy dog back to its home :) The lesson includes a KWL chart, 2 grids, directions for both the student and teacher, and links to a few really good video clips that explain a little more about computer programming
Preview of Civil War Differentiated Unit Pack

Civil War Differentiated Unit Pack

This pack would be a great addition to any unit on the Civil War. It incorporates a variety of learning activities for various levels. The following activities are included in the packet: anticipation guide, active questioning, choice menu, product rubric, forced analogies, analyzing primary sources, cooperative learning, Socratic seminar, webquest, and a review game. Twenty-seven pages of lessons and activities!
Preview of Logic Puzzles Combo Pack

Logic Puzzles Combo Pack

Logic Puzzles are a great way to motivate your students to utilize thier critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They make perfect center activities, early-finisher tasks, or rainy-day recess fillers :) This pack inludes 12 logic puzzles of various styles and challenge levels. All answer keys are included. Please note that this is a combo pack. Each pack is also sold separately in my store if you wish to only purchase one. Thank you!
Preview of STEM Challenges

STEM Challenges

These 10 STEM challenges are sure to liven up your classroom in the best way! Each challenge incorporates a multitude of skills across many disciplines. Students will learn to follow the design process, as well as utilize their logic, reasoning, and creative thinking skills in order to successfully complete these STEM challenges. Better yet, the challenges offer lots of flexibility for ability levels, time, and age. Be sure to check out the preview for a better understanding of what’s incl
Preview of Logic Puzzles Pack #2

Logic Puzzles Pack #2

Here's the sequel to the first pack :) Use these puzzles to challenge your students and refine their critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. Great end-of-the-year and summer activities!!! The pack includes 6 logic puzzles of varying degrees of difficulty. All answer keys are also included! :)
Preview of Writing Prompt Task Cards and Rubric

Writing Prompt Task Cards and Rubric

These cards offer convenience and versatility. They can be used whole group, small group, or independently. Place them in a center or use them for remediation...lots of choices! The file includes directions, 16 writing prompt cards, and a rubric that can be used to score any writing. **This file is the writing portion of another bundle called "Providing Choice for Literacy and Writing." If you're interested in also having the literacy center choice menus, that bundle costs $4.75 and is av
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About the store

Experience

I have taught for 19 years! :) I spent the first 9 years of my teaching career as a middle school English teacher, and I have been an elementary gifted teacher for the past 9 years. Loved every minute...well, mostly every minute ;)

Teaching style

My teaching style is always changing in response to the students. One thing that doesn't change, however, is that I have a true passion for teaching! I absolutely love what I do, and I hope that my students and other teachers can see that when I teach.

My own education history

M.Ed. from Old Dominion University Gifted Ed. endorsement from UVA

Additional biographical information

Interested in learning more about differentiation? Check out my book 'Differentiation Dictionary' on piecesoflearning.com! It has 90 DI strategies with examples :)