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I've worked in a variety of settings at a variety of grade levels. I started my career in preschool, where I worked for six years. I also taught 5th grade in an upper-middle class suburban community as well as an urban charter school that served a Muslim population. Since then, I have been in my current district, Ann Arbor. Here I taught 1st grade and 4th grade for 14 years before transitioning into a math coach position.
For 7 years, I also worked for The Princeton Review, a test preparation company. For The Princeton Review, I taught and tutored for the ACT, SAT, GMAT, GRE, and MCAT verbal tests. I trained prospective teachers for the ACT and GMAT. I also wrote content for their ACT, Early Edge, and GMAT materials.
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Common Core 3rd Grade Geometry Vocabulary Word Wall Posters & Flash Cards
This set covers 24 Common Core vocabulary words from the 3rd grade Geometry domain. For each word there is a 8.5 x 11" color poster, 8.5 x 11" black and white poster, 3 x 5" color flash card, and 3 x 5" black and white flash card. Each word includes a short definition and a picture.
The visual support makes these a great resource for English Language Learners. I use the flash cards for these students as well as struggling students. These flash cards go on a binder ring that they keep in their
2nd - 4th
Geometry, Vocabulary
CCSS
3.G.A.1
, 3.G.A.2
Magic School Bus Rocks and Rolls (Water Erosion) Differentiated Video Questions
Students have six questions to answer as they watch the episode "Magic School Bus Rocks & Rolls." In this episode, to celebrate Walkerville's centennial, Ms. Frizzle's class sculpts a stone statue of its founding father, Captain Walker. As they add the finishing touches, it tumbles down the mountain. Ms. Frizzle turns the bus into a boulder and the class into rocks while bumping down the mountain in a desperate attempt to save the statue. (From Magic School Bus + Rides Again Wiki) The questi
2nd - 5th
Earth Sciences, General Science, Science
NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
5-ESS2-1
, 2-ESS2-1
, 4-ESS2-1
+4
Also included in: 4th Grade NGSS Magic School Bus Video Worksheets Bundle (Differentiated)
Text Features Matching Activities & Worksheets (Definition, Example, Purpose)
What’s IncludedYou can match each text feature in three ways: its definition, example, or purpose. There are matching cards that can be used in isolation or with recording sheets. Alternatively, you can have students complete worksheets that have them cut out smaller versions and glue them next to the text feature they represent. All different combinations of recording sheets/worksheets are included so you can choose what you want students to focus on (i.e. just definitions, definitions &
2nd - 5th
English Language Arts, Informational Text, Reading
CCSS, TEKS
RI.2.5
, RI.2.7
, RI.3.5
+6
Common Core 3rd Grade Mathematics Vocabulary Posters & Flash Cards Bundle
This bundle covers 115 vocabulary words from ALL of the 3rd grade Common Core Mathematics standards. For each word there is a 8.5 x 11" color poster, 8.5 x 11" black and white poster, 3 x 5" color flash card, and 3 x 5" black and white flash card. Each word includes a short definition as well as a picture and/or example. For the color posters and flash cards, words are color coded based on the domain they come from. Words found in three or more domains, were designated as "core words" and had th
2nd - 4th
Math, Vocabulary
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.A.2
, 3.MD.B.3
+32
+, –, x, ÷ Algorithm Posters/Anchor Charts Bundle
Help students remember the steps to the various algorithms for each operation with these easy to use posters! Each poster has an example that is color-coded to correspond to the listed steps. There are versions of each poster with and without a colored border (depending on your personal preference). These are formatted for 8.5 x 11". There are also directions for how they can be printed to be large multi-page posters. For each algorithm, bulletin board headings are also included. Addition 2-
2nd - 6th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
2.NBT.B.5
, 2.NBT.B.6
, 2.NBT.B.7
+8
Skip Counting/Multiples of 2s Thru 10s Card Game Bundle - Differentiated
Skip Counting/Multiples of 2s thru 10s Card Game Bundle includes 9 decks of 40 cards for the first 10 multiples of 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10. These cards can be used to play three fun and interactive games: Pirate Quest: students work cooperatively to place multiples in order while collecting treasure chests in the process (option to practice mixed multiples by combining sets of cards).Trash: This game offers a more independent experience where players take turns drawing and discarding car
K - 4th
Arithmetic, Mental Math, Money Math
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
K.CC.A.1
, 2.MD.C.8
, 2.NBT.A.2
+14
Magic School Bus Plays Ball (Forces & Collision)Differentiated Episode Questions
Students have five questions to answer as they watch the episode "Magic School Bus Plays Ball." In this episode, Dorothy Ann loves physics. Ralphie loves baseball. Ms. Frizzle ingeniously combines the two in a page-hopping adventure through Dorothy Ann's book to a frictionless baseball game. The class learns about pushes and pulls in a remarkable day at a thoroughly unique ballgame. (From Magic School Bus + Rides Again Wiki) The questions are in chronological order and are focused on the scienc
2nd - 5th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
4-PS3-3
, SCIENCE.3.7.B
, SCIENCE.4.7
+4
Also included in: 4th Grade NGSS Magic School Bus Video Worksheets Bundle (Differentiated)
Addition Algorithm Posters/Anchor Charts
Help students remember the steps to the various algorithms for addition with these easy to use posters! Each poster has an example that is color-coded to correspond to the listed steps. There are posters with and without a colorful page border depending on your preference. The algorithms included are: Compensation strategyJump StrategyColumn additionStandard additionUS Traditional addition (same as standard, just a name that some curriculums use instead, so it has its own poster)Split Strateg
2nd - 5th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
2.NBT.B.5
, 2.NBT.B.6
, 2.NBT.B.7
+2
Also included in: +, –, x, ÷ Algorithm Posters/Anchor Charts Bundle
Subtraction Algorithm Posters/Anchor Charts
Help students remember the steps to the various algorithms for subtraction with these easy to use posters! Each poster has an example that is color-coded to correspond to the listed steps. There are versions of each poster with and without a colored border (depending on your personal preference). The algorithms included are: Break-ApartTrade-First*Counting UpExpand-and-Trade*Constant DifferenceCompensation (same as Constant Difference strategy, just a name that some curriculums use instead, so
2nd - 5th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
2.NBT.B.5
, 2.NBT.B.6
, 2.NBT.B.7
+2
Also included in: +, –, x, ÷ Algorithm Posters/Anchor Charts Bundle
Magic School Bus Goes to Seed (Pollination) Differentiated Video Questions
Students have seven questions to answer as they watch the episode "Magic School Bus Goes to Seed." In this episode, The class' garden is going to be featured on the cover of Plant It Magazine. But Phoebe's garden plot is glaringly empty. Always eager to help, Ms. Frizzle shrinks the bus to the size of a ladybug, and the class is off and flying to Phoebe's old school to find a plant. (From Magic School Bus + Rides Again Wiki) The questions are in chronological order. There are two versions of
2nd - 4th
General Science, Science
NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
4-LS1-1
, 3-LS1-1
, SCIENCE.3.13.B
+2
Also included in: 4th Grade NGSS Magic School Bus Video Worksheets Bundle (Differentiated)
Classroom Library Organization Toolkit: Book and Basket Labels
This set includes 49 unique labels for books as well as book baskets. The labels span a variety of genres/topics (see list below). Each label has a unique clip art that can be used to help students return books to the correct bin.
The book labels are formatted for Avery 5160/8160 labels. Each of these labels measures 1” x 2.625” and have 30 per page. Each page contains a label for one genre/topic. The labels are saved as individual PDF files in the Zip file.
The book basket labels measure 2.33
K - 5th
English Language Arts, Library Skills, Reading
Common Core 3rd Grade Measurement & Data Vocabulary Posters & Flash Cards
This set covers 65 Common Core vocabulary words from the 3rd grade Measurement & Data domain. For each word there is a 8.5 x 11" color poster, 8.5 x 11" black and white poster, 3 x 5" color flash card, and 3 x 5" black and white flash card. Each word includes a short definition as well as a picture and/or example.
The visual support makes these a great resource for English Language Learners. I use the flash cards for these students as well as struggling students. These flash cards go on a bin
2nd - 4th
Geometry, Vocabulary
CCSS
3.MD.A.1
, 3.MD.A.2
, 3.MD.B.3
+9
The Magic Finger Student Response & Teacher Guides - CCSS Aligned!
This packet is everything you need for a novel study on The Magic Finger by Roald Dahl. This could be used for literature circles, guided reading, and more. This is a fun, short read at a 3rd grade reading level (Guided Reading Level N). This guide has two parts: a student response packet and teacher’s guide. Pages are grouped together so that each of the 3 reading assignments is roughly 18 pages. Reading assignments end on a page with a natural transition (i.e. the end of the day). For the r
2nd - 4th
English Language Arts, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RL.3.1
, RL.3.2
, RL.3.3
+4
Number Name & Place Value Bingo - Three-Digit Numbers - 4 Versions
This engaging BINGO game helps students build number sense and fluency by practicing two key number representations: numeral and value. The game includes four versatile versions that all use the same set of Bingo cards. Simply switch out the draw cards to focus on a different skill—making it easy to differentiate or spiral review. Game Versions: Numeral – Draw cards show standard numerals, just like the Bingo cards. If students take turns drawing and reading aloud, they must figure out how to
2nd
Numbers, Place Value
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
2.NBT.A.1
, 2.NBT.A.1a
, 2.NBT.A.1b
+4
Skip Counting/Multiples of 2s, 5s, and 10s Card Game Bundle
Skip Counting/Multiples of 2s, 5s, and 10s Card Game Bundle includes decks of 40 cards for each number. These cards can be used to play three fun and interactive games: Pirate Quest: students work cooperatively to place multiples in order while collecting treasure chests in the process (option to practice mixed multiples by combining sets of cards).Trash: This game offers a more independent experience where players take turns drawing and discarding cards, aiming to uncover the first 10 multipl
1st - 3rd
Arithmetic, Mental Math, Money Math
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
2.MD.C.8
, 2.NBT.A.2
, 3.OA.C.7
+4
Geronimo Stilton-Red Pizzas for a Blue Count: Student & Teacher Guide
This packet is everything you need for a novel study on Geronimo Stilton: Red Pizzas for a Blue Count. This could be used for literature circles, guided reading, and more. Geronimo Stilton is a student favorite and is a great opportunity for students to practice making inferences and interpret figurative language. It's at a 3rd grade reading level (Guided Reading Level O) but is enjoyed by students both older and younger.
This guide has two parts: a student response packet and teacher’s guide.
2nd - 4th
English Language Arts, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RL.3.1
, RL.3.2
, RL.3.3
+12
The Product Game - 5 Differentiated Versions for Multiplication Fact Fluency
The Product Game is a strategic, engaging math game designed to help students develop fluency with multiplication facts while encouraging critical thinking. This versatile game includes five differentiated versions to support a wide range of learners: Foundational Facts – Focuses on multiplying by 2s, 5s, and 10s Low × Low Factors – Targets facts from (1–5) × (1–5) Low × High Factors (and High x Low) – Combines (1–5) × (6–10) for bridging fact knowledge High × High Factors – Challenges stud
2nd - 4th
Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Mental Math
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
3.NBT.A.3
, 3.OA.C.7
, MA.3.4.F
+3
Magic School Bus Gets Swamped (Habitat & Humans)Differentiated Episode Questions
Students have six questions to answer as they watch the episode "Magic School Bus Gets Swamped." In this episode, the debate is intense: Should Walkerville get rid of the swamp by the river and replace it with a fantastic new shopping mall or build the latter somewhere else? Carlos, representing his class, is given the thankless task of persuading the town council to keep the smelly old swamp. If he loses the debate, he'll do so to Arnold's pesky cousin, Janet! The class learns that the swamp is
2nd - 5th
Earth Sciences, General Science, Science
NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
3-ESS3-1
, 3-LS4-3
, 2-LS4-1
+10
Also included in: 4th Grade NGSS Magic School Bus Video Worksheets Bundle (Differentiated)
CCSS 3rd Grade Operations & Algebraic Thinking Word Wall Posters & Flash Cards
This set covers 27 Common Core vocabulary words from the 3rd grade Operations and Algebraic Thinking domain. For each word there is a
*8.5 x 11" color poster
*8.5 x 11" black and white poster
*3 x 5" color flash card
*3 x 5" black and white flash card
Each word includes a short definition as well as a picture and/or example.The visual support makes these a great resource for English Language Learners.
The posters can be used for a word wall or as a teaching aide.
The flash cards could also
2nd - 4th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Numbers
CCSS
3.OA.A.1
, 3.OA.A.2
, 3.OA.A.3
+6
Magic School Bus Gets Ready, Set, Dough Differentiated Video Questions
Students have six questions to answer as they watch the episode "Magic School Bus Gets Ready, Set, Dough," which focuses on matter and its interactions. In this episode, It's Ms. Frizzle's birthday, and a field trip to the bakery seems perfect...until the bus' Shrinkerscope quits on them. The class experiences chemistry first hand, as they get baked in Ms. Frizzle's birthday cake! (From Magic School Bus + Rides Again Wiki) The questions are in chronological order and are focused on the science
1st - 3rd
General Science, Physical Science, Science
NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
2-PS1-4
, 2-PS1-3
, SCIENCE.1.6.B
+4
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About the store
Experience
I've worked in a variety of settings at a variety of grade levels. I started my career in preschool, where I worked for six years. I also taught 5th grade in an upper-middle class suburban community as well as an urban charter school that served a Muslim population. Since then, I have been in my current district, Ann Arbor. Here I taught 1st grade and 4th grade for 14 years before transitioning into a math coach position.
For 7 years, I also worked for The Princeton Review, a test preparation company. For The Princeton Review, I taught and tutored for the ACT, SAT, GMAT, GRE, and MCAT verbal tests. I trained prospective teachers for the ACT and GMAT. I also wrote content for their ACT, Early Edge, and GMAT materials.
Teaching style
My focus is on small-group instruction with flexible groupings based on data. I try to incorporate authentic learning experiences and inquiry-based investigations.
My own education history
I attended undergraduate and graduate school at Michigan State University. My graduate degree is in Teaching and Curriculum with a concentration in instructional technology.
I have been through Math Recovery training for: AVMR 1, AVMR 2, Fractions, MRSp1 (Math Recovery Specialist 1).
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