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New Hartford, New York, United States
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I’ve spent over 2 decades teaching everything from kindergarten to sixth grade. My experience has shown me how much kids thrive when lessons are hands-on, clearly structured, and developmentally appropriate. I create resources that help teachers save time without sacrificing depth or engagement.
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Preview of Fry Words 101–125 Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Fluency Suppor

Fry Words 101–125 Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Fluency Suppor

Help students build sight word automaticity, reading fluency, and confidence with this Sight Word Intervention Toolkit for Fry Words 101–125.This printable intervention resource provides teachers with a complete system for assessing student performance, monitoring growth, tracking hesitations and errors, and planning targeted reading intervention.Designed for reading specialists, intervention teachers, AIS providers, tutors, and classroom educators, this toolkit goes beyond simple word recogniti
Preview of Reading Intervention | Vocabulary, Fluency, Comprehension & Word Analysis

Reading Intervention | Vocabulary, Fluency, Comprehension & Word Analysis

Grades 4–6 Reading Intervention | Vocabulary, Fluency, Comprehension & Word Analysis Help students unlock the meaning of complex vocabulary through Greek and Latin roots while exploring a mysterious ancient observatory filled with star charts, hidden chambers, and coded messages. In this adventure-themed structured literacy unit, students join Marcus and Ava as they investigate an underground observatory built by an ancient civilization. Along the way, learners strengthen vocabulary, reading flu
Preview of Reading Intervention | Fluency, Vocabulary, Comprehension & Word Analysis

Reading Intervention | Fluency, Vocabulary, Comprehension & Word Analysis

Take your students on an exciting journey to a mysterious island while strengthening their ability to read, decode, and understand multisyllabic words! In this adventure-themed structured literacy unit, students follow Marcus and Ava as they explore an uncharted island filled with hidden clues, abandoned camps, mysterious signals, and a smoking volcano. Along the way, learners build confidence with multisyllabic words through meaningful reading, vocabulary, fluency, comprehension, proofreading,
Preview of Fry Words 76–100 Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Fluency Support

Fry Words 76–100 Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Fluency Support

Support developing readers with targeted sight word intervention using this Sight Word Intervention Toolkit for Fry Words 76–100. Designed for intervention teachers, reading specialists, tutors, and classroom educators, this resource provides a structured system for assessing sight word automaticity, tracking student progress, building fluency, and planning targeted instruction. This toolkit goes beyond simple word recognition by helping educators collect meaningful data, identify reading patter
Preview of Fry Words 51–75 Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Fluency Support

Fry Words 51–75 Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Fluency Support

Help struggling readers build sight word automaticity, reading fluency, and confidence with this Sight Word Intervention Toolkit for Fry Words 51–75. This printable intervention resource provides a structured system for assessing student performance, tracking progress over time, monitoring hesitations and errors, and planning targeted reading intervention. Designed for intervention teachers, reading specialists, classroom teachers, tutors, and homeschool educators, this toolkit goes beyond simpl
Preview of Fry Words 26–50 Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Fluency Support

Fry Words 26–50 Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Fluency Support

Support struggling readers with structured, meaningful sight word intervention using this Sight Word Intervention Toolkit for Fry Words 26–50. This printable intervention resource helps teachers assess student automaticity, monitor fluency growth, track hesitations and errors, and plan targeted intervention support using a clean, professional system designed for real classroom use. Perfect for:✔ RTI ✔ AIS ✔ Reading Intervention ✔ Small Groups ✔ Tutoring ✔ Dyslexia Support ✔ Special Education ✔ F
Preview of WORD DETECTIVES: Unit 6 Prefixes & Suffixes

WORD DETECTIVES: Unit 6 Prefixes & Suffixes

WORD DETECTIVES: Unit 6 Prefixes & SuffixesStructured Literacy Adventure Pack for Grades 4–6A complete reading intervention resource that strengthens decoding, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and confidence. Take your students deep into the rainforest as they investigate missing weather reports, damaged observation towers, emergency supply drops, and jungle rescue missions while mastering prefixes and suffixes through engaging literacy activities. Designed specifically for upper elementary a
Preview of Fry Words 1–25 Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Fluency Support

Fry Words 1–25 Assessment, Progress Monitoring & Fluency Support

Are your students struggling with sight word automaticity, fluency, hesitations, or reading confidence? This Sight Word Intervention Toolkit was designed to help teachers move beyond simple memorization and provide meaningful, targeted reading support using assessment, progress monitoring, fluency practice, and intervention planning tools. Perfect for RTI, AIS, intervention groups, tutoring, homeschool support, and classroom reading intervention, this toolkit helps educators identify student nee
Preview of Ancient Civilizations Bell Ringers | 80 Days | MS Social Studies

Ancient Civilizations Bell Ringers | 80 Days | MS Social Studies

Stop scrambling for daily warm-ups.This resource includes 80 ready-to-use Ancient Civilizations bell ringers designed specifically for middle school social studies. These prompts cover: • Ancient Israel • Ancient India • Ancient China • Ancient Greece • Ancient Rome Perfect for daily engagement, discussion starters, spiral review, or early finisher activities. What’s Included• 80 bell ringer prompts • Editable Google Slides version • Non-editable printable PDF • Higher-order thinking questions •
Preview of Numbers 1–10 Posters | Neutral Classroom Decor | Number Recognition

Numbers 1–10 Posters | Neutral Classroom Decor | Number Recognition

Build strong number recognition with these Numbers 1–10 posters, designed to be visually clear, calm, and classroom-friendly. This set is perfect for early learners who need simple, consistent visuals without extra distractions. The neutral style works beautifully in modern, boho, or animal-print themed classrooms and pairs easily with other decor sets. What’s Included Numbers 1 through 10 One number per poster Clear, bold number font Clean layout for easy student reference High-quality print-r
Preview of Create Your Own Nation Project | Geography & Social Studies Culminating Task

Create Your Own Nation Project | Geography & Social Studies Culminating Task

Ready for a geography project your students will actually love?In this hands-on culminating task, students design and present their own fictional nation—complete with maps, laws, culture, economy, and government systems. They’ll apply real geography concepts through creative thinking, writing, and problem-solving. Perfect for end-of-unit or end-of-year activities in geography, social studies, or world history, this project helps students connect content to real-world applications while having
Preview of Ancient Greece WebQuest | Social Studies | Culminating Project

Ancient Greece WebQuest | Social Studies | Culminating Project

Bring your Ancient Greece unit to life with this engaging WebQuest and museum project! Students step into the role of museum curators, exploring how Greek ideas, inventions, and culture continue to influence the modern world. This WebQuest is the perfect culminating activity for your Ancient Civilizations or World History unit. Students research, collaborate, and create a hands-on “Museum of Ancient Greece” exhibit to present to their classmates. No prep required—just print, assign, and watch
Preview of Earth’s Crazy Weather Investigation | Extreme Weather WebQuest | 6th Grade Scien

Earth’s Crazy Weather Investigation | Extreme Weather WebQuest | 6th Grade Scien

Take your class on a whirlwind science adventure with Earth’s Crazy Weather Investigation! In this engaging, hands-on WebQuest, students join World Weather Watch, a global meteorology team investigating real extreme weather events. Each student becomes a specialist—tracking data, analyzing atmospheric systems, studying climate connections, or creating public safety guides. Students will collect authentic data from sources like NOAA and NASA, analyze how air masses and global circulation infl
Preview of Back to School Coloring Book

Back to School Coloring Book

✅ WHAT'S INCLUDED: 26 printable coloring pages (A–Z) ✏️ Each page features: A school-themed word (like "D is for Desk" or "K is for Keyboard") A bold, kid-friendly image Bubble letter word to trace and color PDF file (8.5 x 11 inches) ready to print at home or school PERFECT FOR: First day/week of school Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, or even Pre-K Homeschool or classroom settings Calming corner, early finishers, or brain breaks Back-to-school bulletin boards (color & hang!) Fun mee
Preview of When You Reach Me Book Study & Activity Pack | Friendship, Life Skills & Mystery

When You Reach Me Book Study & Activity Pack | Friendship, Life Skills & Mystery

This When You Reach Me activity pack is a thoughtful, standards-aligned resource built to deepen your students’ understanding of Rebecca Stead’s award-winning novel. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school readers, this pack explores friendship, empathy, decision-making, and mystery, while strengthening key literacy skills. What’s Included: • Weekly Discussion Prompts – Designed for 4 weeks of reading, these open-ended questions foster meaningful conversation and text-to-self connections
Preview of Scissor Skills

Scissor Skills

Gradually get your littles to master their cutting skills. These graduated worksheets will get them going from easiest to more difficult.
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Experience

I’ve spent over 2 decades teaching everything from kindergarten to sixth grade. My experience has shown me how much kids thrive when lessons are hands-on, clearly structured, and developmentally appropriate. I create resources that help teachers save time without sacrificing depth or engagement.

Teaching style

My teaching style blends structure with creativity. I believe students learn best when they understand the “why” behind what they’re doing, so my lessons always build conceptual understanding. Whether it’s literacy, social studies, or science, I aim to make big ideas simple and fun.

Awards & shining teacher moments

Some of my proudest moments have been seeing former students become confident readers and writers. I’ve also had the honor of mentoring new teachers and leading professional development on structured literacy and early intervention strategies.

My own education history

Masters in Regular and Special Elementary Education, pursuing a teen and parenting life coach certification as well.

Additional biographical information

When I’m not teaching or creating, I’m usually reading with coffee in hand, creating content and resources or spending time with my 2 favorite boys.