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After completing my undergraduate degree at Purdue and earning a Purdue ESOL Certificate, I got married and moved to Virginia. I began my teaching career in 5th grade and am now on a 4th grade adventure—so I guess you could say I’m not smarter than a 5th grader! I am currently in my second year teaching 4th grade in Virginia and my third year overall!
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Retell vs. Summary vs. Gist | Stop the Confusion! (4th Grade Reading)
Retell vs. Summary vs. Gist | Stop the Confusion! (4th Grade ReadingStudents often mix up retell, summary, and gist—and this resource was created to fix that problem once and for all. This standards-aligned mini-unit explicitly teaches students the difference between retell, summary, and gist, gives them repeated opportunities to practice using the same text in multiple ways, and checks for understanding through engaging, purposeful activities. Perfect for whole group instruction, small
3rd - 5th
Close Reading, Reading, Reading Strategies
CCSS, VA SOL
RI.4.2
, RI.4.5
, RI.4.7
+7
VS.2 Virginia Indigenous Peoples
Engage your 4th grade students with this complete, SOL-aligned mini-unit on Virginia’s Indigenous Peoples, designed for VS.2. This resource includes four sequential tasks that build critical thinking, map skills, text-based analysis, and evidence-based writing: Task 1: Archaeologists at Work — Students learn how archaeologists discovered artifacts at Werowocomoco and analyze evidence to understand past Indigenous life. Task 2: Mapping Language Groups — Students identify and map Virginia’
4th
Close Reading, Native Americans, Other (Social Studies)
Bacon’s Rebellion | VS.3g Virginia Studies Reading, Activities & ESOL Adaptation
Help your students understand Bacon’s Rebellion with this engaging, 4th-grade–appropriate Virginia Studies resource aligned to VS.3g. This product goes beyond memorization by guiding students to analyze causes, effects, and leadership conflicts during the first permanent English settlement in North America. Perfect for whole group instruction, small groups, independent practice, or test prep, this resource includes built-in ESOL adaptations to support all learners—without watering down con
4th
Close Reading, Informational Text, U.S. History
The Mystery of Locker 67
🎒 The Mystery of Locker 67 — A Spooky Writing Prompt for 4th Grade 🎃 Engage your students with this spooky, school-safe creative writing prompt that plays into the 6/7 trend! Perfect for October or any time you want to boost creative writing skills, this activity includes clear directions, built-in writing challenges, and optional extensions that make it easy to differentiate for grades 4–5.
4th - 8th
Creative Writing, Other (ELA), Writing
CCSS, VA SOL
W.4.3
, W.4.4
, W.4.5
+14
The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl NOVEL STUDY + POST READING
My product is a novel study of a book called "The Miscalculations of Lightning Girl" by Stacy McAnulty. This product is: Standards alignedA 5-week printable-workbook style novel studyIncludes:Weekly Teacher Guides:Discussion questions and key points for each set of chaptersWeekly Recap Quizzes:5 multiple choice questions3 short answer questionsStop and Jot:Weekly reflection activities for students8 Mixable Weekly Reading TasksPost-Reading Activities:Post Reading Choice BoardPost Reading Assessme
4th - 6th
Balanced Literacy, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS, VA SOL
RL.4.1
, RL.4.2
, RL.4.3
+132
The Lost Colony of Roanoke Activities | Debate, Jigsaw, Writing & Inquiry Lesson
Engage your students with one of the greatest mysteries in American history — The Lost Colony of Roanoke! This ready-to-use lesson includes reading passages, interactive slides, graphic organizers, debate and jigsaw activities, reflection questions, and writing extensions that help students think like historians as they investigate what really happened to the Lost Colony. Perfect for Virginia Studies (VS.3a-b) or U.S. History as an Introduction to Jamestown, this lesson is designed for who
4th - 6th
Other (Social Studies), U.S. History, Writing
CCSS, VA SOL
W.4.1
, W.4.3
, W.4.4
+25
Virginia Geography & Regions | Differentiated Reading Passages & Activities (VS.
Virginia Geography & Regions – Differentiated Reading Passages and Activities (VS.1 Aligned)Bring Virginia Studies to life with these engaging, differentiated reading passages and activities! This resource includes two complete packets – one at a lower level for building foundational understanding, and one at a higher level to push students’ critical thinking skills. Students will explore: Virginia’s relative location and bordering states The role of the Chesapeake Bay and Atlantic Ocean in h
4th
Geography, Other (Social Studies)
FREE!! 4th Grade Multiplication, Division & Patterns Study Guide
Looking for a clear, student-friendly math review that actually prepares students for success? This 4th Grade Math Study Guide is designed to support mastery of multiplication, division (no remainders!), and patterns—perfect for test prep, unit review, small groups, or homework support. This print-and-go PDF includes two complete versions of the study guide: Version 1: Multiplication-focused review Version 2: Division and patterns-focused review All problems are carefully scaffolded, writ
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
VA SOL
PFA.4.15
, PFA.4.16
, CE.4.4.a
+3
CKLA Grade 4 Unit 7 BUNDLE
Word Work Notes & Affix Practice – Scaffolding Vocabulary for All LearnersMake word work more accessible and engaging with these structured vocabulary resources! Designed to support all students, especially lower-level and ESOL learners, these notes and activities provide the scaffolding needed to connect with new words. This bundle includes: ✔ CKLA Amplify Unit 7 Word Work Notes – Helps students interact with vocabulary through definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and visualizations, making
4th
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Vocabulary
CKLA Grade 4 Unit 7 Morphology
Help students unlock the power of word parts with these structured notes and activities! This resource supports students in visualizing prefixes, suffixes, and root words, applying them to new words, and using them in sentences to deepen understanding. Designed for all learners, including ESOL students and those needing extra scaffolding, these notes provide a clear, organized way to explore word-building skills. Each set includes a "Check-In" page to assess understanding, featuring fill-in-the-
4th
English Language Arts, Other (ELA), Phonics & Phonological Awareness
Also included in: CKLA Grade 4 Unit 7 BUNDLE
VS.10 Oliver W. Hill, Sr. Reading Comprehension
Boost Comprehension with Oliver W. Hill – Perfect for Virginia Studies Review!Looking for a quick, meaningful way to build reading comprehension and reflection skills while covering those critical Virginia Studies standards? This engaging resource on Oliver W. Hill is just what you need! What’s Inside: A 10-paragraph passage about the incredible life and legacy of Oliver W. Hill, a true champion for justice. 10 multiple-choice questions that mirror standardized test formats (because practic
4th
Black History, Informational Text, U.S. History
Also included in: VS.10 Key Figures Reading Passages // BUNDLE //
VS.10 Key Figures Reading Passages // BUNDLE //
Virginia Studies Key Figures Reading Passage BundleBring history to life for your 4th graders with this comprehensive set of reading passages and reflection questions, covering influential Virginians who shaped civil rights, government, and social change. This bundle is specifically designed to help students connect with key figures in the updated Virginia Studies standards, making it perfect for small group instruction, quick checks, homework, or targeted review before the SOLs. ✨ What's Inc
4th
Black History, Reading, U.S. History
Figurative Language Notes (Notebooks OR Flipbook)
Figurative Language Interactive Notes & Flipbook | Grades 4–5 Looking for a fun and flexible way to teach figurative language? This interactive resource is the perfect blend of creativity and comprehension! Ideal for grades 4 and 5, students can either glue the pages into their interactive notebooks or staple them together to create a handy flipbook they’ll love referencing all year long. Each page includes clear definitions, space for student-generated examples, and engaging practice prompt
3rd - 5th
Creative Writing, Poetry, Vocabulary
CCSS
RL.4.5
, RL.5.4
VS.10 Maggie L. Walker Reading Comprehension
Maggie L. Walker Reading Comprehension and Reflection Activity – 4th Grade (VS.10 Focus)Bring the inspiring story of Maggie L. Walker to life with this engaging reading comprehension activity, perfect for 4th grade students. This resource includes a 10-paragraph nonfiction passage about Maggie L. Walker’s groundbreaking achievements as a business leader, advocate, and trailblazer for economic empowerment. It is designed to build reading comprehension, vocabulary skills, and critical thinking, ma
4th
Black History, Informational Text, U.S. History
VA SOL
R.4.4.a
, R.4.5.k
, R.4.6.c
+1
Also included in: VS.10 Key Figures Reading Passages // BUNDLE //
VS.10 - L. Douglas Wilder Reading Comprehension
Boost reading comprehension and Virginia Studies skills with this L. Douglas Wilder reading passage!Looking for an engaging, meaningful way to build reading comprehension while covering key Virginia Studies content? This no-prep resource is perfect for reviewing essential concepts before standardized testing—or for reinforcing your social studies curriculum all year long. Now includes a Google Form version for easy digital use!What’s Included: A 10-paragraph, 4th-grade-level reading passage hi
4th
Black History, Reading, U.S. History
VA SOL
R.4.4.a
, R.4.5.k
, R.4.5.c
+14
Also included in: VS.10 Key Figures Reading Passages // BUNDLE //
CKLA Grade 4 Unit 7 Word Work
Make word work more accessible for all students with these guided notes! Designed to support 4th-grade learners, especially lower-level and ESOL students, these notes help students engage with vocabulary by connecting definitions, parts of speech, synonyms, and visualizations. While word work is typically teacher-guided and discussion-based, these notes provide a structured way for students to interact with new words, reinforcing understanding and retention. Use them whole-class to naturally dif
4th
Close Reading, Grammar, Vocabulary
Also included in: CKLA Grade 4 Unit 7 BUNDLE
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About the store
Experience
After completing my undergraduate degree at Purdue and earning a Purdue ESOL Certificate, I got married and moved to Virginia. I began my teaching career in 5th grade and am now on a 4th grade adventure—so I guess you could say I’m not smarter than a 5th grader! I am currently in my second year teaching 4th grade in Virginia and my third year overall!
https://mschandlerportfolio.weebly.com/
Teaching style
My teaching style emphasizes movement, collaboration, and engagement. I regularly use task cards and station-based learning to keep students actively involved and learning at their own pace. Peer collaboration is a key part of my classroom, as working together helps students build confidence, strengthen understanding, and develop a sense of community.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Throughout my student teaching semester in the spring of 2023, I received recognition in the form of the Outstanding Future Educator Award awarded to me by the Indiana Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. Purdue University designates a single recipient to represent each specialized field of study within the realm of education. I am honored to have been chosen as the representative for the Elementary Education class.
My own education history
Undergrad: Purdue University
ESOL Program: Purdue University
Additional biographical information
Hi! I’m Cassie—an elementary teacher originally from Indiana who creates classroom resources that are practical, engaging, and truly standards-aligned. I began designing my own materials while navigating new state standards and quickly realized I needed resources that worked for all of my students. With ESOL learners in my classroom, I regularly modify and adapt materials to support language development while maintaining high expectations. Every resource in my store has been created, tested, and refined in my own classroom to help all learners—including my ESOL friends—feel confident and successful.
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