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I have been an elementary educator for over 16 years, with the majority of my experience spent in 3rd grade, where I taught for 11 years. I also spent 3 years teaching 2nd grade and 2 years in 4th grade, allowing me to develop a strong understanding of early literacy development and upper-elementary comprehension skills. Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about helping students grow as readers, writers, and thinkers. I’m currently pursuing my Master of Library Science (MLS) degree to transition into a Media Coordinator role, where I can continue to support student learning, foster a love of reading, and collaborate with teachers across grade levels.
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Preview of Holiday Hide and Find Bundle (3 activities)

Holiday Hide and Find Bundle (3 activities)

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🎄 Holiday Hide & Find Bundle Low-Prep Holiday Activities for Staff & Students | Winter & Christmas Scavenger HuntsLooking for low-prep holiday activities that work for both staff and students? This Holiday Hide & Find Bundle includes three festive, school-friendly scavenger hunt–style activities designed to boost engagement, movement, and holiday fun—without adding stress to your schedule. Perfect for December classroom activities, school-wide challenges, staff morale games, or holiday
Preview of Winter Photo Scavenger Hunt for Teachers – Staff Team Building Game

Winter Photo Scavenger Hunt for Teachers – Staff Team Building Game

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Winter Photo Scavenger Hunt for Teachers – Staff Team Building Game(This activity is originally designed for teachers and school staff to complete—not for students.) Bring laughter, connection, and positive energy to your school community with this Winter Photo Scavenger Hunt for Teachers! This activity is designed specifically for teachers and school staff to complete together, making it perfect for staff meetings, professional development days, morale boosters, holiday gatherings, and team-
Preview of The Holly Jolly Snap Hunt

The Holly Jolly Snap Hunt

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🎄 The Holly Jolly Snap Hunt A Christmas Carol Photo Scavenger Hunt for Teachers & School Staff Bring music, laughter, movement, and festive fun to your school community with The Holly Jolly Snap Hunt – A Christmas Carol Photo Scavenger Hunt! This staff-only holiday photo challenge is the perfect low-prep morale booster for December staff meetings, professional development days, holiday parties, and team-building eventsIn this unique Christmas scavenger hunt, teams choose a Christmas carol t
Preview of Winter Staff Game Bundle -- Staff Morale, Team Building, Individual Play

Winter Staff Game Bundle -- Staff Morale, Team Building, Individual Play

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❄️ Winter Staff Game Bundle ❄️This Bundle Contains PDFs/Canva Templates for: Snowman ScrambleSave the SnowmanJingle Bell Brain Freeze Staff Morale | Team Building | Holiday Fun | Low or No Prep GamesBring laughter, creativity, and friendly competition into your school with this Winter Staff Game Bundle designed exclusively for teachers and school staff! Whether you're planning a December spirit week, a winter staff meeting, a PLC icebreaker, or a morale-boosting surprise, this bundle gives you
Preview of Jingle Bell Brain Freeze – “Name 3 Things…” Winter Staff Game

Jingle Bell Brain Freeze – “Name 3 Things…” Winter Staff Game

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Jingle Bell Brain Freeze – “Name 3 Things…” Winter Staff GamePDF & Editable Canva TemplateAdd quick laughs and low-prep fun to your winter dress-up days with Jingle Bell Brain Freeze—a fast “Name 3 things…” game made just for teachers and staff. This game is perfect for spirit weeks, holiday dress-up days, or any time you want to reward participation with a little fun (and maybe a little candy!). Play suggestion: During dress-up days, staff who join in the theme get a chance to play. The facili
Preview of Save the Snowman! – A Winter Staff/Team Trivia & Rescue Game

Save the Snowman! – A Winter Staff/Team Trivia & Rescue Game

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⛄ Save the Snowman – A Winter Staff Trivia & Rescue Game (PDF & Canva Editable Template)Bring laughs, quick thinking, and friendly competition to your winter staff activities with Save the Snowman, a fast-paced trivia-style game where every correct answer helps rescue a snowman from melting away. This game is designed for staff morale, team building, and winter PD fun—with zero student pressure and high engagement. In Save the Snowman, teams answer winter or teacher-life themed questions one
Preview of Snowman Scramble! – Creative Winter Staff Snowman Challenge

Snowman Scramble! – Creative Winter Staff Snowman Challenge

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⛄ Snowman Scramble – Creative Winter Staff Snowman Challenge (PDF & Canva Template - Editable)Need an easy, hilarious way to boost staff morale and fill your hallways with winter cheer? Snowman Scramble is a low-prep, high-fun staff game where grade-level or department teams design the most unforgettable snowman they can imagine—using bulletin board paper and their wildest ideas. Each team gets a sheet of bulletin board paper and a simple mission: 👉 Create and decorate a snowman with a big
Preview of Staff 'Naughty & Nice' Team Building Game

Staff 'Naughty & Nice' Team Building Game

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🎅 Naughty & Nice – A Christmas Staff Game (Digital Edition)Bring laughter, connection, and a little holiday chaos to your school with this Naughty & Nice Christmas Staff Game! This is a lighthearted, teacher-only activity designed to boost morale, spark conversations, and create unforgettable moments during the busy holiday season. It’s perfect for December staff fun, holiday spirit weeks, or just a much-needed laugh between lessons. Staff members submit their Naughty & Nice school confessio
Preview of Winter/December Scavenger Hunt Bundle for Teachers & Staff Holiday Team-Building

Winter/December Scavenger Hunt Bundle for Teachers & Staff Holiday Team-Building

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🎄 Christmas Scavenger Hunt Bundle for Teachers & School Staff Holiday Team-Building Games Low Prep • Editable • Staff-Only Fun (All activities in this bundle are designed for teachers and school staff to participate in themselves — not for students.)Bring energy, laughter, creativity, and connection to your school community with this Christmas Scavenger Hunt Bundle for Teachers & Staff! This low-prep holiday game bundle combines two unique staff-only scavenger hunts that are perfect for: ✅
Preview of Help the (Media Center/ ourClassroom Have an Amazin’ Year! – Printable QR Poster

Help the (Media Center/ ourClassroom Have an Amazin’ Year! – Printable QR Poster

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⭐️ Help the Media Center Have an Amazin’ Year! – Printable QR PosterKick off your school year with excitement, support, and community involvement! This bright, eye-catching poster is designed to help schools promote their Media Center wish list or donation needs in a fun and engaging way. Display it in hallways, classrooms, front offices, or at school events to encourage families, staff, and volunteers to support the library. ✅ What This Poster DoesThis resource makes it EASY for people to h
Preview of Transportation List

Transportation List

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This is a transportation list for you to keep track of your car riders, those who go to daycare, and bus riders. There are three pages with varying size boxes for each category.
Preview of Classroom Library Lexile labels

Classroom Library Lexile labels

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These lexile labels can help your students identify just right books to read to help them grow. They can be taped or glued on index cards, or directly on your classroom library shelf. These labels were not typed to fit on sticky labels.
Preview of Focus Board Headings

Focus Board Headings

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Standards Focus Question Vocabulary Focus Board Headings with AGFonts: Hashtag Nope HatersGonnaHate LikeABoss ByeFelicia
Preview of Math Bulletin Board Heading

Math Bulletin Board Heading

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Print big large board letters onto colored paper and cut them out for eye catching bulletin boards! This PDF uses minimal ink. It is black outlined letters to be printed on bring colored paper. Font: MTF Jumpin' Jack
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Experience

I have been an elementary educator for over 16 years, with the majority of my experience spent in 3rd grade, where I taught for 11 years. I also spent 3 years teaching 2nd grade and 2 years in 4th grade, allowing me to develop a strong understanding of early literacy development and upper-elementary comprehension skills. Throughout my career, I’ve been passionate about helping students grow as readers, writers, and thinkers. I’m currently pursuing my Master of Library Science (MLS) degree to transition into a Media Coordinator role, where I can continue to support student learning, foster a love of reading, and collaborate with teachers across grade levels.

Teaching style

My teaching style is student-centered, engaging, and rooted in the belief that every child can grow with the right support and encouragement. I strive to create a warm and structured classroom where students feel safe to take risks, ask questions, and think critically. I use a balance of direct instruction, hands-on learning, and meaningful discussions to keep students actively involved in their own learning. Whether we’re diving into a new text or exploring a real-world problem, I aim to make learning relevant, joyful, and accessible for all learners.