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Learning is more effective when it feels like playing together! Our resources encourage interaction and collaboration, fostering a strong sense of community in your classroom. Engaging games and activities are perfect for morning meetings, brain breaks, and transitions. They are also no-prep, saving you precious time! We're here to help you make teaching fun and effective!
Having taught a wide range of students worldwide, our resources are designed with inclusivity in mind, so every child feels represented and engaged.
I’ve taught:
Pre-K, Inquiry-Based Blended Learning Curriculum in the USA
Year 1, British National Curriculum in Germany
Year 2, Reggio Emilia Inspired Ontario Curriculum in Thailand
Year 4, British National Curriculum in Germany
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Editable Back to School Social Story Template | Preschool First Day Routines
Ease Back-to-School Jitters with This Editable Social Story TemplateHelp new preschool, kindergarten, and special education students feel confident and excited about starting school! This fully editable social story template provides a warm, predictable introduction to their new learning environment, reducing anxiety for both children and their families. "My New School: A Personalized Social Story" is designed for families to use before the first day of school, creating a smooth and positive
PreK - K
Classroom Community, Reading, Social Emotional Learning
Musical Instruments Mystery Photo Game | 3-5 Music Activity
Build music knowledge and listening skills with this interactive Musical Instruments Mystery Photo Game designed for 3rd–5th grade classrooms. Students use visual clues to identify musical instruments while practicing observation, inferencing, and academic discussion. ⭐ Students talk, think, and stay engaged.Part of the Mystery Photo Speaking Games series — structured routines that build participation and critical thinking.Just open the slides and play — no prep required. ⭐ Best Value OptionTh
3rd - 5th
Instrumental Music, Music, Speaking & Listening
CCSS
SL.3.1d
, SL.4.1d
, SL.5.1d
+1
Phonics Game for Kindergarten and 1st Grade | Initial Sound Phonemic Awareness
This phonological awareness game will engage your sound detectives as they listen for six specific phonemes. Support your readers to hear the phonemes (sounds) in words with this NO-PREP phonics activity. Develop crucial pre-reading and writing skills by playing this fun and engaging language awareness activity together. --->WATCH A VIDEO PREVIEW!Students are shown a grid of 6 photos and asked to listen for the specific phoneme at the beginning of each word. Four photos have the correct
K - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RF.K.1b
, RF.K.2
, RF.K.2c
+3
I Spy Colors Game | Speaking Activity | Descriptive & Receptive Language | K–2
Do your students know their colors—but struggle to describe what they see? This I Spy Colors game helps young learners move beyond simple color recognition to describing objects and explaining their thinking. Students use clues to eliminate incorrect answers, observe carefully, and describe what they see using complete sentences. ⭐ Students look closely, think carefully, and build language skills — every single day.With bright, engaging color sets, students stay focused while developing vocabula
PreK - 2nd
Classroom Community, English Language Arts, Speaking & Listening
CCSS
RI.K.1
, RI.1.1
, RI.2.1
+19
Initial Sound Discrimination Phonics Activity | Pre-Reading Language Game
This phonemic awareness game will engage your sound detectives as they listen for six specific phonemes. Support your readers to hear the phonemes (sounds) in words with this NO-PREP phonics activity. Develop crucial pre-reading and writing skills by playing this fun and engaging language awareness activity together. --->WATCH A VIDEO PREVIEW!Students are shown a grid of 6 photos and asked to listen for the specific phoneme at the beginning of each word. Four photos have the correct sou
PreK - 1st
Reading
CCSS
RF.K.1b
, RF.K.2
, RF.K.2c
+3
BUNDLE Editable Classroom Centers Labels and Descriptions | Open House Signs
BUNDLE of 15 editable posters!Define the space and explain what children are learning when they play in various learning centers throughout your classroom or childcare center. These concise descriptions are perfect for helping others see the learning which takes place through play. Invite prospective parents, accreditation teams, administrators and visitors to look beyond classroom materials and witness real, meaningful learning through play! This resource will help aides, subs and volunteers b
PreK - K
Classroom Community
Phonemic Awareness Activity Compatible with Jolly Phonics Group 6 | Phonics Game
Support your readers to hear the phonemes (sounds) in words with this NO-PREP phonics activity. Develop crucial pre-reading and writing skills by playing this fun and engaging language awareness activity together. This phonological awareness game will engage your sound detectives as they listen for six specific phonemes. --->WATCH A VIDEO PREVIEW!Students are shown a grid of 6 photos and asked to listen for the specific phoneme at the beginning of each word. Four photos have the corre
K - 2nd
Balanced Literacy, Phonics & Phonological Awareness
CCSS
RF.K.1b
, RF.K.2
, RF.K.2c
+9
Phonemic Awareness Game #5 | Phonics Auditory Discrimination Activity
This phonological awareness game will engage your sound detectives as they listen for six specific phonemes. Support your readers to hear the phonemes (sounds) in words with this NO-PREP phonics activity. Develop crucial pre-reading and writing skills by playing this fun and engaging language awareness activity together. --->WATCH A VIDEO PREVIEW!Students are shown a grid of 6 photos and asked to listen for the specific phoneme at the beginning of each word. Four photos have the correct
K - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RF.K.1b
, RF.K.2
, RF.K.2c
+8
Initial Letter Sounds Game | Phonemes Activity Works with Jolly Phonics™
Being able to hear the phonemes (sounds) in words is a crucial skill that can be developed through these NO PREP auditory discrimination games. Students are shown a grid of 6 photos and asked to listen for the specific phoneme at the beginning of each word. 4 photos have the correct sound, and 2 do not. ---> WATCH A VIDEO PREVIEW!These games focus on the sounds, not spelling patterns. For example, the /j/ sound can be heard in the words ginger, gym and jam, but these words do not all u
K - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RF.K.1b
, RF.K.2
, RF.K.2c
+3
What Doesn’t Belong Lunar New Year 2027 | Speaking Activity K–2
Explore the Chinese New Year traditions through meaningful discussion and open-ended thinking.Help students build speaking, vocabulary, and cultural understanding with this engaging Lunar New Year What Doesn’t Belong activity. Using open-ended questions, students observe holiday traditions and symbols, decide what doesn’t belong, and explain their thinking using complete sentences. ⭐ Students think, share, and explain their ideas — every single day.🎯 Why This Routine WorksHoliday traditions ar
K - 2nd
Informational Text, Social Studies, Vocabulary
CCSS
W.K.1
, W.1.1
, W.2.1
+17
Object Function Activity for Special Education | Early Intervention WH Questions
Target 10 object functions of common school items with these fun and interactive digital task cards using real photos. This self-correcting activity is perfect for distance learning, classroom practice, speech therapy or tele-therapy! This NO PRINT, NO PREP digital activity can be played on a computer, smart board or tablet through Google Slides™. Students identify specific object functions in an array of two, receiving instant visual feedback. Correct answer → slide with photo, sentence
PreK - 1st
Jolly Phonics Compatible Game that Teaches Phonemic Awareness to Pre-readers #7
Develop crucial pre-reading and writing skills by playing this fun and engaging language awareness activity together. This phonological awareness game will engage your sound detectives as they listen for six specific phonemes. Support readers to hear the phonemes (sounds) in words with this NO-PREP phonics activity. --->WATCH A VIDEO PREVIEW!Students are shown a grid of 6 photos and asked to listen for the specific phoneme at the beginning of each word. Four photos have the correct soun
K - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
CCSS
RF.K.1b
, RF.K.2
, RF.K.2c
+3
Phonemes Activity Initial Sound Phonics Game Compatible with Jolly Phonics™
This phonological awareness activity will engage your sound detectives as they listen for six specific phonemes. Support your readers to hear the phonemes (sounds) in words with this NO-PREP phonics activity. Develop crucial pre-reading and writing skills by playing this fun and engaging language awareness activity together. ---> WATCH A VIDEO PREVIEW!Students are shown a grid of 6 photos and asked to listen for the specific phoneme at the beginning of each word. Four photos have the co
PreK - 1st
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RF.K.1b
, RF.K.2
, RF.K.2c
+3
Wh Questions Task Cards on Google Slides™ | Special Education | Back To School
This set includes 10 task cards with real photos of clothing. Students identify specific objects in an array of two, receiving instant visual feedback. These interactive, self-correcting, digital task cards are perfect for practicing receptive language skills. This digital activity can be played on a computer, smart board or tablet through Google Slides™. If the child answers incorrectly, they will be prompted to try again. If they answer correctly, students are prompted to move on to the ne
PreK - 1st
WH Questions Interactive Activity for Special Education | Early Intervention
This set includes 10 task cards with real photos of personal accessories. Students identify specific objects in an array of two, receiving instant visual feedback. These interactive, self-correcting, digital task cards are perfect for practicing receptive language skills. This digital activity can be played on a computer, smart board or tablet through Google Slides™. If the child answers incorrectly, they will be prompted to try again. If they answer correctly, students are prompted to move
PreK - 1st
Roll a Jack-o-Lantern Math Game | Halloween Worksheets and Pumpkin Activities
Make Halloween math fun with this engaging Roll a Jack-o-Lantern Math Game! This no-prep, printable, and digital activity is the perfect blend of learning and play for your Pre-K and Kindergarten students. Aligning with Common Core Math standards, this game is a versatile tool for math centers, independent practice, or homework. This activity is excellent for:Reinforcing Number Sense and counting skills.Practicing Fine Motor Skills through drawing and cutting.Providing Differentiated Practice
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.4
, K.G.A.2
Learning Center Descriptions | Outdoor, Sensory and Light Table Open House Signs
Define the space and explain what children are learning when they play in various learning centers throughout your classroom or childcare center. These concise descriptions are perfect for helping others see the learning which takes place through play. Invite prospective parents, accreditation teams, administrators and visitors to look beyond classroom materials and witness real, meaningful learning through play! This resource will help aides, subs and volunteers become aware of the purpose eac
PreK - 1st
Classroom Community
WH Questions Identifying Objects of Clothing | Special Education
NO PREP early intervention resource, this set includes 10 task cards with real photos of clothing objects. For students needing basic practice with WH questions, this highly visual, structured activity can be used in person or for teletheraphy. This digital activity can be played on a computer, smart board or tablet through Google Slides™. Students are shown the object of clothing and asked the question, "What is it?" If you prefer physical task cards, a printable version is also provided i
PreK - 1st
What is it Identifying Bedroom Objects | Early Intervention Language Activity
Early intervention resource, this NO PREP set includes 10 task cards with real photos of bedroom objects. This structured "What is it?" activity can be used in person or for teletheraphy for students needing basic practice with WH questions. Beautiful and familiar photos help visual learners improve expressive language skills. This digital activity can be played on a computer, smart board or tablet through Google Slides™. Students are shown the object and asked the question, "What is it?"
PreK - 1st
WH Questions for Early Intervention ABA Therapy (Special Education)
NO PREP early intervention resource, this set includes 10 task cards with real photos of clothing accessories. Using beautiful and familiar photos, this structured activity can be used in person or for teletheraphy for students needing basic practice with WH questions. This digital activity can be played on a computer, smart board or tablet through Google Slides™. Students are shown the object and asked the question, "What is it?" If you prefer physical task cards, a printable version is a
PreK - 1st
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Learning is more effective when it feels like playing together! Our resources encourage interaction and collaboration, fostering a strong sense of community in your classroom. Engaging games and activities are perfect for morning meetings, brain breaks, and transitions. They are also no-prep, saving you precious time! We're here to help you make teaching fun and effective!
Having taught a wide range of students worldwide, our resources are designed with inclusivity in mind, so every child feels represented and engaged.
I’ve taught:
Pre-K, Inquiry-Based Blended Learning Curriculum in the USA
Year 1, British National Curriculum in Germany
Year 2, Reggio Emilia Inspired Ontario Curriculum in Thailand
Year 4, British National Curriculum in Germany
Teaching style
In my student-centered classroom, engaging activities spark curiosity and foster a love of learning, all nurtured by a foundation of fun, respect, and a shared passion for discovery.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Recognized by OFSTED inspectors as an 'Outstanding Teacher.' Kendel led the whole-school Design and Technology program, fostering creativity in students.
My own education history
With degrees in Elementary and Middle School Education and a Reading Specialist certification, I bring a well-rounded skillset to the classroom. But truly, my greatest teachers have always been my students.
Additional biographical information
❤️ Explore book ideas, engaging hands-on activities, and teaching hacks on the Educating Abroad YouTube channel.
🇵🇭 Travel to the Philippines with my children's books, "Bahay Kubo, Nipa Hut," and "ABCs of Filipino Culture." Both books are available on Amazon.com
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