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25 years teaching experience. Primarily in grades 2-5. Also certified in ESL K-12 Blogger: https://ellyelementary.wordpress.com Email: ellyelementary@gmail.com
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Preview of BLACK HISTORY MONTH BUNDLE OF ACTIVITIES - (2ND-4TH)

BLACK HISTORY MONTH BUNDLE OF ACTIVITIES - (2ND-4TH)

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This Black History Month Resource Bundle is designed for grades 2–4 and provides teachers with meaningful, age-appropriate lessons that celebrate the achievements, contributions, and voices of Black leaders past and present. The bundle includes engaging reading passages, comprehension activities, writing prompts, discussion questions, and creative projects that encourage critical thinking and reflection. With a focus on historical figures, cultural impact, and themes of courage, fairness, and co
Preview of BLACK HISTORY LESSON PLAN & TEMPLATES - INTRO TO UNIT (2ND-4TH)

BLACK HISTORY LESSON PLAN & TEMPLATES - INTRO TO UNIT (2ND-4TH)

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This Black History Lesson Plan & Templates – Intro to Unit is a thoughtfully designed teaching resource that helps students begin their Black History learning journey with curiosity, respect, and meaningful discussion. The introductory lesson builds background knowledge by exploring the importance of Black history, key themes such as culture, contributions, and perseverance, and why these stories matter today. Ready-to-use templates—including discussion prompts, reflection pages, vocabulary orga
Preview of GRADE 2: PARTS OF SPEECH, GRAMMAR & PUNCTUATION WORKBOOK

GRADE 2: PARTS OF SPEECH, GRAMMAR & PUNCTUATION WORKBOOK

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This Grade 2 Parts of Speech, Grammar & Punctuation Workbook is designed to help second graders build strong grammar skills through clear, kid-friendly lessons, engaging practice pages, and fun, hands-on activities. Students explore essential language concepts such as nouns, verbs, adjectives, sentence structure, capitalization, and punctuation with age-appropriate explanations and plenty of opportunities to apply what they learn. Perfect for classroom use, homework, small groups, or independent
Preview of SUPER BOWL MATH: ADD/SUBTRACT/FRACTIONS WORD PROBLEMS (2ND) ANS. KEY

SUPER BOWL MATH: ADD/SUBTRACT/FRACTIONS WORD PROBLEMS (2ND) ANS. KEY

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SUPER BOWL MATH is a fun, engaging 2nd grade math resource that brings the excitement of the big game into the classroom through standards-aligned word problems and activities. Students practice addition, subtraction, and introductory fraction concepts using Super Bowl–themed scenarios such as scoring points, sharing snacks, and tracking game-day stats. The resource includes a variety of age-appropriate word problems designed to build problem-solving skills, encourage critical thinking, and kee
Preview of SNOWY SCIENCE: LESSON PLAN WITH TEMPLATES/EXPERIMENTS- 2ND-4TH

SNOWY SCIENCE: LESSON PLAN WITH TEMPLATES/EXPERIMENTS- 2ND-4TH

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Snowy Science is a hands-on teaching resource designed for grades 2–4 that brings winter weather concepts to life through engaging science exploration. This ready-to-use lesson plan introduces students to snow and cold-weather science with age-appropriate explanations, guided experiments, and interactive activities that encourage curiosity and critical thinking. The resource includes easy-to-follow experiment directions, student-friendly templates for recording observations, and discussion prom
Preview of DOGS DON'T WEAR SNEAKERS LESSON PLAN WITH TEMPLATES & EXTENSION ACTIVITY

DOGS DON'T WEAR SNEAKERS LESSON PLAN WITH TEMPLATES & EXTENSION ACTIVITY

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This engaging teaching resource for Dogs Don’t Wear Sneakers by Laura Numeroff includes a complete, easy-to-follow lesson plan designed for early elementary classrooms. The resource features ready-to-use templates for reading comprehension, sequencing, character traits, and creative response activities that support literacy skills and active participation. Students will enjoy a fun extension activity that encourages higher-order thinking—such as imagining and writing about animals wearing unexpe
Preview of LANDFORMS BUNDLE: UNIT OF STUDY WITH PRE-/POST-ASSESSMENTS

LANDFORMS BUNDLE: UNIT OF STUDY WITH PRE-/POST-ASSESSMENTS

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This Landforms Unit Bundle is a comprehensive, ready-to-use resource designed to help students explore and understand Earth’s landforms through engaging, standards-aligned lessons. The bundle includes complete lesson plans that cover major landforms such as mountains, valleys, plains, deserts, rivers, and islands, with hands-on activities, visual supports, and cross-curricular connections to reading, writing, and science. A pre-assessment is included to gauge students’ prior knowledge and guide
Preview of WHAT IS A FOSSIL?  LESSON PLAN WITH LAB ACTIVITIES & HOMEWORK (4th-5th)

WHAT IS A FOSSIL? LESSON PLAN WITH LAB ACTIVITIES & HOMEWORK (4th-5th)

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This teacher resource on “What Is a Fossil?” includes a complete, easy-to-follow lesson plan that introduces students to how fossils form, what they can tell us about the past, and the different types of fossils found in nature. Engaging visuals, vocabulary support, and guided discussion questions help build background knowledge before students put their learning into action. The follow-up hands-on lab invites students to create their own “fossils” using common classroom materials, make observat
Preview of HOW TO CATCH A ….. BUNDLE UNICORN MONSTER GINGERBREAD MAN

HOW TO CATCH A ….. BUNDLE UNICORN MONSTER GINGERBREAD MAN

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This engaging “How to Catch a…” Teaching Resource Bundle brings together three interactive units based on How to Catch a Unicorn, How to Catch a Monster, and How to Catch a Gingerbread Man, offering educators ready-to-use lessons that make literacy come alive. Each unit includes detailed lesson plans, comprehension questions, graphic organizers, writing prompts, STEM-inspired trap-building activities, and cross-curricular extensions in math, science, and creative arts. With printable templates,
Preview of HOW TO CATCH A GINGERBREAD MAN READING LESSON PLAN, TEMPLATES & EXT. ACTIVITIES

HOW TO CATCH A GINGERBREAD MAN READING LESSON PLAN, TEMPLATES & EXT. ACTIVITIES

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This engaging teacher resource for How to Catch a Gingerbread Man by Andy Wallace provides a complete, ready-to-use lesson plan packed with meaningful learning across the curriculum. It includes differentiated reading comprehension activities, writing prompts, and graphic organizers, along with math challenges, science investigations, and social studies connections inspired by the story. Hands-on templates, craft activities, STEM traps, and optional extension tasks make planning simple while kee
Preview of THE LITTLEST PILGRIM BY BRANDI DOUGHERTY  READING LESSONS & ACTIVITIES - 2nd/3rd

THE LITTLEST PILGRIM BY BRANDI DOUGHERTY READING LESSONS & ACTIVITIES - 2nd/3rd

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This engaging resource for The Littlest Pilgrim by Brandi Dougherty offers a well-rounded collection of activities perfect for 2nd and 3rd graders, including reading comprehension questions that build understanding, social studies extensions that explore Pilgrim life and early American history, hands-on STEM challenges inspired by the story, creative writing prompts that encourage students to reflect and imagine, and fun art activities that bring Mini’s world to life. It’s an ideal companion to
Preview of COMMUNITIES: TYPE OF COMMUNITIES & COMMUNITY WORKERS BUNDLE (2nd/3rd)

COMMUNITIES: TYPE OF COMMUNITIES & COMMUNITY WORKERS BUNDLE (2nd/3rd)

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This teacher resource bundle on Types of Communities and Community Helpers is designed for students in grades 2–4 to explore the important roles people play in different kinds of communities. Through engaging lessons, visuals, and hands-on activities, students will learn about rural, suburban, and urban communities, comparing their characteristics, lifestyles, and needs. The materials include graphic organizers, reading passages, and comprehension activities that help students understand how geo
Preview of ELECTION DAY ACTIVITIES PACK: TEACH KIDS ABOUT VOTING WITH PRINTABLES & COLORING

ELECTION DAY ACTIVITIES PACK: TEACH KIDS ABOUT VOTING WITH PRINTABLES & COLORING

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This ready-to-use teaching resource introduces Grades 2–4 students to Election Day through a full-lesson unit that includes a teacher’s guide, student templates (such as voter registration cards, classroom ballots, and a “What I Would Vote For” writing sheet) and fun coloring pages (e.g., “I voted” badges, civic icons, ballot boxes) to engage younger learners. Students begin by discussing what an election is and why people vote, then participate in a class mock election (using the templates) to
Preview of WHAT DO THE SYMBOLS OF HALLOWEEN MEAN? LESSON PLAN/TEMPLATES (2nd-4th)

WHAT DO THE SYMBOLS OF HALLOWEEN MEAN? LESSON PLAN/TEMPLATES (2nd-4th)

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Why do we carve pumpkins into "jack-o-lanterns" for Halloween?This engaging Halloween-themed lesson plan helps children explore the meaning and origins of popular Halloween symbols such as the pumpkin (jack-o’-lantern), black cat, witch, and ghost. Through fun activities, coloring pages, and guided discussions, students learn the history and cultural significance of each symbol while practicing vocabulary and comprehension skills. The included templates make it easy for teachers to organize less
Preview of CHARLOTTE’S WEB NOVEL STUDY & ACTIVITY UNIT TEACHING GUIDE/STUDENT WORKBOOK

CHARLOTTE’S WEB NOVEL STUDY & ACTIVITY UNIT TEACHING GUIDE/STUDENT WORKBOOK

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The Charlotte’s Web Novel Study & Activity Unit is a comprehensive teaching guide and student workbook designed to engage young readers in E.B. White’s timeless classic. Packed with reading comprehension activities, vocabulary practice, creative writing prompts, and cross-curricular projects, this unit helps students deepen their understanding of the story’s themes of friendship, loyalty, and perseverance. With discussion questions, character studies, chapter quizzes, and hands-on activities, te
Preview of JAMES & THE GIANT PEACH: INTERDISCIPLINARY NOVEL STUDY GUIDE (4TH-5TH)

JAMES & THE GIANT PEACH: INTERDISCIPLINARY NOVEL STUDY GUIDE (4TH-5TH)

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This interdisciplinary novel study guide for James and the Giant Peach by Roald Dahl offers teachers a rich resource to engage students in reading, writing, science, and social studies while exploring this beloved classic. Students will strengthen literacy skills through comprehension questions, vocabulary activities, and creative writing prompts, while also making text-to-self and text-to-world connections. Science extensions invite learners to explore insects, habitats, and plant growth, while
Preview of BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY: BUNDLE OF ACTIVITIES/LESSON PLAN UNITS

BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY: BUNDLE OF ACTIVITIES/LESSON PLAN UNITS

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This engaging bundle of teaching resources is designed to help students explore the fascinating world of biographies and autobiographies through interactive reading and writing lessons. Packed with ready-to-use lesson plans, graphic organizers, mentor text suggestions, and creative writing prompts, this collection guides students in understanding the difference between biography and autobiography, identifying key text features, and analyzing how life events shape a person’s story. Activities enc
Preview of WRITE TO YOUR FUTURE SELF: LESSON PLAN/TEMPLATES/WORKBOOK (GRADES 3-5)

WRITE TO YOUR FUTURE SELF: LESSON PLAN/TEMPLATES/WORKBOOK (GRADES 3-5)

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This engaging teacher resource, Writing to Your Future Self, is designed to inspire students in grades 3–5 to reflect on their goals, growth, and dreams through personal letter writing. The comprehensive packet includes a ready-to-use lesson plan, differentiated writing templates, and a printable workbook that guides students step by step through the process of crafting thoughtful letters to their future selves. Perfect for the beginning or end of the school year, this activity promotes self-awa
Preview of MY LIFE, MY STORY: AUTOBIOGRAPHY WRITING WORKBOOK FOR KIDS (4TH/5TH)

MY LIFE, MY STORY: AUTOBIOGRAPHY WRITING WORKBOOK FOR KIDS (4TH/5TH)

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This engaging workbook is designed for 4th and 5th graders to guide them step-by-step through the process of outlining and writing their own autobiography. With age-appropriate prompts, organizers, and writing scaffolds, students will explore key moments in their lives—such as family, school experiences, hobbies, challenges, and dreams for the future. Each section encourages self-reflection while building essential writing skills like sequencing, using descriptive language, and crafting strong
Preview of MAIN IDEA & DETAILS MADE EASY: GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS & TEMPLATES (GRADES 2ND-4TH)

MAIN IDEA & DETAILS MADE EASY: GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS & TEMPLATES (GRADES 2ND-4TH)

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Main Idea & Details Made Easy: Graphic Organizers and Templates for Grades 2–4 is a practical and student-friendly teaching resource designed to help learners confidently identify and understand main ideas and supporting details in both fiction and nonfiction texts. This resource includes a variety of clear, scaffolded graphic organizers and printable templates that guide students step by step as they analyze passages and organize their thinking. Ideal for whole-group instruction, small groups,
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About the store

Experience

25 years teaching experience. Primarily in grades 2-5. Also certified in ESL K-12 Blogger: https://ellyelementary.wordpress.com Email: ellyelementary@gmail.com

Teaching style

Interactive, student directed. Spend beginning of school year working with students in Think-Pair-Share activities, as well as cooperative groups and Jigsaw activities

Awards & shining teacher moments

Thinking Maps leader, Understanding by Design Leader Grade Level Leader

My own education history

B.A. Communication Arts Masters of Science in Elementary Ed. TESOL Certificate (ESL K-12) Certified in Home Schooling, Digital Media, Mindfulness

Additional biographical information

Freelance Curriculum Designer for companies such as Edovate, APass Learning and Toddle. Virtual Tutor Grades K-6 (The Learning Shop) Blogger/Freelance Writer Two Blogs: Just Me (https://egallagher713.wordpress.com) and Elly Elementary (https://ellyelementary.wordpress.com) Also see egallagher.contently.com and my articles on Vocal Media at: Https://vocal.media/authors/elaine-gallagher Follow me on LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/elaine-meleti-gallagher-50926616