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Indian Land, South Carolina, United States
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I have been teaching for 25+ years with 20 of those years in first grade. How I love first graders! They are my joy and teaching them is my passion. I have worked in both private and public schools.
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Preview of Candy Addition Facts Sort Math Station -Lesson Ideas-Activity-Worksheets-EASEL

Candy Addition Facts Sort Math Station -Lesson Ideas-Activity-Worksheets-EASEL

Kids need lots of practice with math facts and building number relationships in addition! The Candy Addition Math Facts Sort Math Station makes this practice fun and engaging! This kid-friendly resource includes an interactive lesson idea to identify addition equations with the same sum. Kids can then gain independent practice with the sorting activities that can be differentiated based upon their individual needs. Additional worksheets are included to round out an addition lesson. Scoop this o
Preview of Missing Addend Math Station - Superstar Addition Activity - Work mat - Cards

Missing Addend Math Station - Superstar Addition Activity - Work mat - Cards

The Missing Addends Math Station provides simple and engaging materials to help students understand how to solve for a missing addend in addition. This resource comes with a Work mat (2 Sizes), Star Cut-Outs, and plenty of missing Addend task Cards for ample practice in a kid-friendly format. There are 2 sets of cards for differentiation - 0 to 10 cards and 11-16 cards. Two different recording sheets are also included for even more differentiation, as well, as, two practice worksheets. Add yo
Preview of Domino Dash Addition Math Station by Standard - 3 Versions of Game - Worksheets

Domino Dash Addition Math Station by Standard - 3 Versions of Game - Worksheets

Domino Dash Math Station is an engaging resource with 3 Versions of a Domino Game. Students can practice addition skills using concrete models to help them with part-part-whole concepts, counting on, and the commutative property of addition. This Math Station resource gives you different choices on how to use the materials. It comes with all the cards and printables you need but you can adapt it to the classroom materials you have, like adding real dice and dominos. It covers several CC Standar
Preview of Fish Tank Counting On Addition Math Station - Work Mat, Cards, Worksheets -EASEL

Fish Tank Counting On Addition Math Station - Work Mat, Cards, Worksheets -EASEL

The Fill The Tank Addition Math Station is such a fun and interactive way to engage students in learning addition facts, specifically counting on to 6 or to 10. This resource comes with a Large Fish Tank Work Mat to use in lessons or small groups and fish cut-outs. Make it even more exciting by adding real goldfish crackers to the lesson! Kids will be delighted to practice addition facts using these bright, colorful materials. Extra practice or independent work at a math station or center is
Preview of Part-Part-Whole Math Center - Dump It Out Math Station - +EASEL

Part-Part-Whole Math Center - Dump It Out Math Station - +EASEL

The Dump It Out Math Station is a great resource to engage students and reinforce the part-part-whole math strategy. This resource can be adapted to any addition sums with 4 different work mats and 6 different recording sheets included to fit any math lesson or addition equations. There are also 6 different additional worksheets included for extra practice. Kids have loads of fun "dumping" out math counters on to the dump truck mat and separating them to practice the part-part-whole method of a
Preview of 3 Addends Word Problems Math Station - Work Mat and Cards- Facts 0-12 - EASEL

3 Addends Word Problems Math Station - Work Mat and Cards- Facts 0-12 - EASEL

The 3 Addends Word Problems Math Station is a differentiated resource filled with a Work mat and word problem cards. There are 3 Sets of Cards - 0 to 6, 0 to 10, and 0 to 12. The Work mat allows students to use several different addition strategies to solve the 3 Addend equations from the Word Problem cards. This activity works great as part of a whole group lesson. It is also designed to easily and quickly be put into a Math Station or Center. Try using the Work Mat and the 3 Addends Word Pro
Preview of Doubles Facts Game Math Station with Basketball Theme - Worksheets and Work Mats

Doubles Facts Game Math Station with Basketball Theme - Worksheets and Work Mats

Double Dribble Double Facts Math Station is a fun and engaging way for students to practice their addition doubles facts with a basketball theme! Students can use the basketball cut-outs included or counters to play the addition doubles basketball game. There are also differentiated worksheets included to practice the addition doubles facts. In addition, a set of match cards are a part of this resource for even more Doubles practice and an additional game! The Double Facts Math Station is sup
Preview of Place Value Adding 2 Digits Math Station Card Game Activity and Worksheets

Place Value Adding 2 Digits Math Station Card Game Activity and Worksheets

The Place Value Adding 2 Digits Math Station provides Hands-On practice for students as they match cards to find the equation and sum. The Place Value Adding 2 Digits Math Station materials include 3 Sets of cards to use in a matching game format. Set 1 includes adding a single digit to the teens numbers. Set 2 continues with adding a digit to the tens. Set 3 includes adding 2 digits with NO REGROUPING. This math station also includes a variety of differentiated worksheets for even more p
Preview of Place Value Add and Subtract 10's Place Value Train Math Station Activity

Place Value Add and Subtract 10's Place Value Train Math Station Activity

Need a Hands-on Activity for Adding and Subtracting by 10's. This Place Value Train Math Station Activity helps students have a concrete model to understand adding and subtracting tens. This math activity comes with cute Place Value train cards from 10 to 100. It also includes Base Ten Picture Cards. Kids can practice counting by 10's using these cards and picture models. Then use the train to show adding or subtracting 10's. There are worksheets to practice adding and subtracting by 10's. There
Preview of Snowman Addition and Subtraction Math Facts Games and Activities - Winter Unit

Snowman Addition and Subtraction Math Facts Games and Activities - Winter Unit

The Snowman Addition and Subtraction Fact Pack includes activities for your students to practice both addition and subtraction facts to 12 with a fun winter theme. There are sorts, games, and task cards in both color and b/w. Activities are also included for related facts and fact families. There are several versions of all 3 activities to match the needs of your students. These fun, hands-on activities can be used in small groups, with a partner, or as independent practice. Differentiated Level
Preview of Greater Than Less Than Task Card Activity

Greater Than Less Than Task Card Activity

Engage students with these Greater Than/Less Than Task Cards 5 Levels - Includes Numbers to 10, Numbers to 20, Sets for Numbers to 100, Numbers 100-200, Set of Greater Than/Less Than Addition FactsRecording SheetsEasy prepColor/Black and white versions
Preview of Addition and Subtraction Related Facts Task Cards Activity

Addition and Subtraction Related Facts Task Cards Activity

Do your students need to practice making related facts? These adorable task cards provide addition practice on 3 Different Levels and the opportunity to make a related subtraction fact. This is a great activity to use for practice or as a natural progression to fact families. There are color and black and white options. The recording sheet works for all the cards.
Preview of Number Bond Practice Activity for Math Centers

Number Bond Practice Activity for Math Centers

These Number Bond task cards provide a quick and easy activity for students. The cards are bright and colorful, although a black and white version is also offered. There are six different sets that come in various levels of difficulty and show number bonds both horizontally and vertically. The included recording sheet works for all the cards. The task cards work well in small groups, math stations, or as class activity. What's Included:6 Different Sets of Cards - Horizontal and Vertical Facts -
Preview of Counting Back Cookie Fun Subtraction Activity

Counting Back Cookie Fun Subtraction Activity

Are you looking for a quick and easy activity to help students practice counting back in subtraction? This product provides kid-friendly graphics and minimal set-up. Simply print out the cards and recording sheet and you are ready to go! Add real cookies to the mix and your kiddos will have a ball with subtraction! 12 Cards - Recording Sheet Color and BW Versions
Preview of Counting On with Fireflies Addition Activity

Counting On with Fireflies Addition Activity

Here is a cute resource to practice the counting on strategy for addition. It is bright and colorful, and it comes in both color and black and white. It can be used in small groups, centers, or as a task card activity. A recording sheet is included.
Preview of Commutative Property of Addition Activities and Worksheets

Commutative Property of Addition Activities and Worksheets

Looking for resources to help students understand the commutative property of addition - CCSS 1.OA.3... This unit has great visuals, worksheets, and 2 activities to help students learn how to switch the addends for the order property. The packet includes both horizontal and vertical math equations, and it has differentiated levels for various learners. Kids build with cubes and practice switching the addends for one activity. The second activity is a matching game. 2 Activities with Recording Sh
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Experience

I have been teaching for 25+ years with 20 of those years in first grade. How I love first graders! They are my joy and teaching them is my passion. I have worked in both private and public schools.

Teaching style

I am all about student engagement and providing materials that allow kids to have hands-on learning experiences. I pay close attention to materials I call "kid-friendly' in that kids can understand and use materials as independently as possible.

My own education history

I have a BS from Bloomsburg University of PA, and I hold a Masters Degree from Wilkes University of PA with a concentration in Early Childhood Literacy. I continue to take grad classes to broaden my horizons and keep up with the latest trends and developments in education. I've worked with a plethora of college students and have served as a student teacher cooperating teacher several times as well as a mentor for new teachers in the profession.