About the store
Welcome to GATER Educator, your go-to store for unique and engaging resources for the classroom and homeschool.
I love creating resources and activities that inspire both teachers and students. My products aim to make your busy teaching lives easier and your classrooms more exciting. I believe it's a teacher's job to Teach HOW to THINK, Not WHAT to THINK!
Specialty Resources Include:
Gifted and Talented Learners: Challenging and inspiring resources.
Reading Comprehension Escape Rooms: Interactive and fun reading activities.
CSI Reading and Inferencing Activities: Detective-themed lessons for engagement.
Outta the Box STEM Challenges: Hands-on projects for creativity and critical thinking.
Growth Mindset: Activities to foster resilience and positivity.
Fun Friday Activities: End-of-week enrichment and enjoyment.
Activities for Enrichment: Additional resources to supplement classroom learning.
Unique Topics: Subjects rarely found in standard classrooms.
Movie Guides that Teach: Educational guides for films.
What Makes My Store Unique:
Since 1992, I've been immersed in teaching and parenting. Raising three children, two of whom are gifted, fueled my passion for supporting advanced learners. I earned my teaching credential that year and have since committed to education through various roles—including part-time teaching, substituting, and job-sharing.
In 2005, I developed a GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) pull-out program from scratch. Without a pre-existing curriculum, I crafted 2-hour enrichment workshops inspired by students, parents, and gifted education resources. These sessions went beyond the standard curriculum and offered exciting and engaging learning experiences.
While many of my activities were created for gifted programs, they are also suitable for regular classrooms. Teachers have noted that my resources are great for easy-prep sub days, early finishers, and high achievers.
I hope you find resources here that fill the same needs in your classroom!
Thank you for visiting my GATER Educator Storefront.
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Fibonacci Sequence Activities Math & Reading PBL Art, Poetry, Puzzles, & Nature
Bring math to life with this engaging Fibonacci Project-Based Learning (PBL) resource! Perfect for grades 4–6, this cross-curricular unit blends reading comprehension, math puzzles, art, poetry, and science connections through the fascinating world of Fibonacci numbers. Students will: ✔ Read informational texts about Fibonacci and his patterns around us ✔ Highlight evidence and answer comprehension questions ✔ Explore Fibonacci patterns in nature, animals, art, and architecture ✔ Create d
4th - 7th
Applied Math, Geometry, Visual Arts
CCSS
4.NBT.B.4
, 4.OA.C.5
, 5.OA.B.3
+2
Financial Literacy Reading Passages | Personal Finance | Making Money Grow
Would you like to give your students a jump start on becoming financially independent? Do you teach Personal Finance or Financial Literacy in your class? This fun financial planning packet gives students a clear picture of the beginning world of Financial Intelligence. Share with students that they are never too young to begin a financial education and that they are capable of creating wealth tomorrow if they start making wise choices today. While it’s great to teach students how to be smart
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Economics , Informational Text
Mario Day Super Mario Math Logic Challenge Sudoku Word Search Escape Room Gr 5 6
Bring high-interest, standards-based fun to your classroom with this Super Mario-themed Math and Logic activity packet for grades 5–8! Designed to engage upper elementary and middle school learners, this printable resource combines multi-step word problems, logic puzzles, close reading, and vocabulary in a creative, gamified format. What’s Included: Informational Text – Engaging passages about the Super Mario franchise and Power-Ups Number Word Search – Identify number words not used in mat
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Informational Text, Math
CCSS
RI.5.4
, RI.6.4
, RI.7.4
+2
Financial Literacy | Math Games | Personal Finance Teach with Monopoly™ Payday™
Grow with GAMES! Turn games into valuable financial literacy learning tools by teaching with money board games such as Monopoly™, Payday™, or Cashflow™! The activities in this packet are intended to be used as a reflective review AFTER playing a MONEY-Related Board Game. They have been created as support for reinforcement of money skills and inspiring students to continue to take responsibility for learning about personal financial intelligence. One of the best ways to reinforce money concept
5th - 9th
Applied Math, Economics
Rube Goldberg Bundle STEM Reading, Math, Art, Puzzles & Escape Room Activities
Ignite creativity and critical thinking in your classroom with this Rube Goldberg Mega Bundle! Perfect for grades 5–8, this bundle combines STEM, literacy, logic, puzzles, and art into one unforgettable enrichment package. Students explore the genius of Rube Goldberg, famous for his hilarious chain-reaction machines, while practicing higher-level thinking skills across multiple subjects. ✔ 30% Off Bundle Savings ✔ Over a Day of Activities in One Resource ✔ Perfect for enrichment, gifted p
4th - 8th
Applied Math, Close Reading, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
+1
May the 4th Activities STEM Star Wars Day Design a Planet Solar System Project
Launch your students into an unforgettable learning adventure with the Design a Planet and Your Own Solar System Project-Based Learning Activity! This differentiated resource takes students to new depths of understanding through a fun, creative process that blends the Planner Design Process with Depth and Complexity thinking tools. Students will move through a complete learning journey with activities designed to spark critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and collaboration: ASK: R
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Astronomy, ELA Test Prep
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
+3
Back to School PBL | Lunchbox Math & Classroom Community Project
Kick off the year with engaging Back to School Project-Based Learning! This creative Lunchbox Math project helps build classroom community while challenging students with real-world problem solving. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school to start the year with teamwork, critical thinking, and fun. Students will use reading comprehension, creative thinking, and math skills to design a new lunchbox prototype. Perfect for back-to-school season or for building classroom cohesion at the
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Close Reading, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.4.1
, RI.4.10
, RI.5.1
+3
Football Manager Project Close Reading, Math & Writing PBL for Champion Week
Get your students excited about the upcoming Super Bowl with this fun and engaging football-themed project! In this activity, students will imagine being a FOOTBALL MANAGER and will use close reading skills and creative thinking to design their own DREAM TEAM and practice real-world math skills. Go to new depths of learning with this Project-Based Learning activity. This differentiated resource uses elements of the Design Process as well as Depth and Complexity so that students can further enha
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Close Reading, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
+1
Life Skills Recipe Reading Comprehension Kitchen Safety Functional Math BUNDLE
Discover a Variety of Kitchen Recipes, Tips, and Tricks with this Informational Text, Reading Comprehension, Math & Writing Prompts Resource!Are you searching for ways to step up your reading instruction with real-world applications?Help your students master the essentials of cooking with these comprehensive cooking-themed activities. This BUNDLE is a great way to help students build life skills! By purchasing this BUNDLE, you are saving 30% on each individual resource!Students will utilize rea
5th - 7th, Adult Education
Applied Math
CCSS
5.MD.A.1
, RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
+4
Mario Day Super Mario Activity Math Reading Logic Writing Puzzles ELA Worksheets
Celebrate Mario Day (March 10) with an engaging bundle of video game-themed activities your students will love! This print-and-go Mario Day bundle is 30% OFF!This fun bundle includes five engaging resources designed to build critical thinking, reading comprehension, creativity, and problem-solving skills. Perfect for March classroom fun, early finishers, enrichment, or sub plans, these activities combine learning with the excitement of classic video game challenges. Students will explore pu
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Close Reading, Informational Text
CCSS
5.OA.A.1
, RI.5.1
, RI.5.4
+7
Fibonacci Sequence Google Classroom Activities Creative Math & Art | Grades 4–6
Bring the magic of math and art together with this engaging Fibonacci Sequence Digital Activity! Designed for grades 4–6, this resource introduces students to the fascinating world of Leonardo Fibonacci and the famous number sequence that shows up in nature, animals, poetry, and architecture. Through a mix of reading passages, comprehension questions, and interactive activities, students will explore how the Fibonacci sequence appears in the real world and then apply their knowledge in fun,
4th - 7th
Applied Math, Informational Text, Reading
CCSS, NGSS
4.OA.C.5
, 5.OA.B.3
, 6.EE.A.1
+2
Fibonacci Sequence Bundle | Reading, Math, Art, Poetry & Escape Room Activities
This comprehensive bundle brings math history to life through a full day of engaging, cross-curricular activities. Perfect for grades 4–8, students will explore the fascinating world of Leonardo Fibonacci through reading, math, art, poetry, puzzles, and escape room challenges. With this bundle, you’ll get: ✔ Fibonacci Project-Based Learning (PBL) Unit — Explore Fibonacci’s life and patterns in nature, art, and architecture. Students read informational texts, highlight evidence, create differen
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Close Reading, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
+1
Thanksgiving Activities | Writing & Reading Escape Room | PBL BUNDLE
Looking for fun and meaningful THANKSGIVING Activities that promote CRITICAL THINKING, LIFE SKILLS, and a HEART of GRATITUDE?Get your students in the Thanksgiving spirit with this fun and educational bundle from GATER Educator! Engage critical thinking skills, promote a growth mindset, and explore close reading comprehension passages. Includes higher-level thinking activities, math projects, word search puzzles, riddles, and more!Click Here to Save 30% on a NOVEMBER BUNDLE with these resources a
4th - 7th
Applied Math, English Language Arts, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.4.1
, RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
+2
Fibonacci Sequence Escape Room Reading Comprehension Activities
Bring the fascinating world of Fibonacci to life with this NO PREP Literacy Escape Room! Perfect for grades 5–8, this interactive activity blends informational text, puzzles, and higher-level thinking tasks to create an engaging classroom experience. Students will read four short passages about Leonardo Fibonacci, his famous sequence, and its impact on history, then apply comprehension skills to solve breakout-style challenges.Students will: ✔ Read & annotate informational text (The Man Behind
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Close Reading, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
+1
Super Bowl 2026 Math Activities Football Order of Operations PEMDAS Logic Puzzle
Bring critical thinking, logic, and math reasoning into your classroom with this Football Math and Logic Puzzles resource for grades 5–7. Perfect for math centers, enrichment, early finishers, or sub plans, this no-prep collection keeps students engaged while strengthening PEMDAS, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving skills, all through a fun football theme students love. This print-and-go resource blends logic puzzles, multi-step math problems, picture equations, Sudoku, and a crypto
5th - 7th
Applied Math, Close Reading, Order of Operations
CCSS
5.OA.A.1
, 6.EE.A.3
, 7.EE.A.1
+7
Basketball Escape Room Reading PBL and Math Activities BUNDLE for March Madness
Get your students excited about reading and Madness in MARCH with this differentiated basketball-themed project bundle!Includes project-based learning, close reading, escape room, CSI activities, and more. Perfect for engaging students in math, science, and informational text practice.Please click on the PREVIEW above to view everything that is included!By purchasing this bundle, you are saving 20% off the price of the individual units.Go to new depths of learning with the Project-Based Learni
5th - 8th
Applied Math, English Language Arts, Forensics
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
+1
Football Mega Bundle Reading Math, ELA, Science CSI Activities for Super Bowl 26
Engage your students with this Football Mega Bundle, a cross-curricular collection of Math, ELA, and Science activities designed to build critical thinking, close reading, logic, and problem-solving skills, all through a high-interest football theme students love. SAVE BIG!!!This no-prep bundle combines reading passages, logic puzzles, project-based learning, and a CSI-style mystery to keep students motivated while meeting rigorous academic standards. Perfect for upper elementary and midd
5th - 8th
Applied Math, English Language Arts, Forensics
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
+1
End of Year Patriotic Project Based Learning Plan a Party 4th of July Math PBL
Plan the ultimate patriotic celebration while building real-world skills!This Project-Based Learning (PBL) unit lets students take charge as party planners for a festive red, white, and blue event. With a creative mix of math, literacy, problem-solving, and critical thinking, this activity is perfect for upper elementary and middle school learners during the weeks leading up to Independence Day, Memorial Day, or any U.S. history or civic holiday. What’s Included: 2 nonfiction reading pass
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Close Reading, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
+1
Reading a Recipe Comprehension Cooking Terms Life Skills Measurement Activities
Are you searching for ways to step up your reading instruction with real-world applications? Look no further than this recipe bundle! I've compiled 7 fun and engaging recipes that will motivate your students to improve their reading skills. By purchasing this BUNDLE, you are saving 20% on each individual resource!With this interactive resource, you can bring the joys of cooking into your classroom and build culinary literacy along the way. Add a little spice to your lessons and watch your stu
5th - 7th, Adult Education
Applied Math
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
March Madness Activities Project Based Learning BASKETBALL Math and Reading
Get your students excited about the upcoming MARCH MADNESS BASKETBALL SEASON with this fun and engaging basketball-themed project!In this activity, students will imagine being a BASKETBALL COACH and will use close reading skills and creative thinking to design their own DREAM TEAM and practice real-world math skills.Go to new depths of learning with this Project-Based Learning activity. This differentiated resource uses elements of the Design Process as well as Depth and Complexity so that stud
5th - 8th
Applied Math, Close Reading
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.6.1
, RI.7.1
+1
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About the store
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Welcome to GATER Educator, your go-to store for unique and engaging resources for the classroom and homeschool.
I love creating resources and activities that inspire both teachers and students. My products aim to make your busy teaching lives easier and your classrooms more exciting. I believe it's a teacher's job to Teach HOW to THINK, Not WHAT to THINK!
Specialty Resources Include:
Gifted and Talented Learners: Challenging and inspiring resources.
Reading Comprehension Escape Rooms: Interactive and fun reading activities.
CSI Reading and Inferencing Activities: Detective-themed lessons for engagement.
Outta the Box STEM Challenges: Hands-on projects for creativity and critical thinking.
Growth Mindset: Activities to foster resilience and positivity.
Fun Friday Activities: End-of-week enrichment and enjoyment.
Activities for Enrichment: Additional resources to supplement classroom learning.
Unique Topics: Subjects rarely found in standard classrooms.
Movie Guides that Teach: Educational guides for films.
What Makes My Store Unique:
Since 1992, I've been immersed in teaching and parenting. Raising three children, two of whom are gifted, fueled my passion for supporting advanced learners. I earned my teaching credential that year and have since committed to education through various roles—including part-time teaching, substituting, and job-sharing.
In 2005, I developed a GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) pull-out program from scratch. Without a pre-existing curriculum, I crafted 2-hour enrichment workshops inspired by students, parents, and gifted education resources. These sessions went beyond the standard curriculum and offered exciting and engaging learning experiences.
While many of my activities were created for gifted programs, they are also suitable for regular classrooms. Teachers have noted that my resources are great for easy-prep sub days, early finishers, and high achievers.
I hope you find resources here that fill the same needs in your classroom!
Thank you for visiting my GATER Educator Storefront.
Teaching style
My own education history
Bachelor of Arts in Applied Arts and Sciences - Liberal Studies - San Diego State University
Elementary Education Credential - supplementary English authorization - SDSU - La Mesa/Spring Valley School District:
GATE Certification - University of California San Diego
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