Giggle Zone
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Alberta, Canada
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I am a dedicated Structured Literacy Specialist, and Orton Gillingham trainer with a passion for supporting all learners. My teaching career began as a primary classroom teacher, after which I pursued a Master's degree in Applied Linguistics and obtained certification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) to enhance my ability to support diverse student populations. Transitioning from the classroom to small group instruction for English Language Learners, I recognized the need for additional skills to address the varied learning needs of my students. Consequently, I acquired training in the Orton Gillingham approach to better support students with dyslexia, other language-based learning differences, and level 1 math skills.
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Winter Activities Christmas Math Literacy Activities for KG-Grade 1
These math, literacy, and festive Christmas activities are sure to keep your KG - Grade 1 students engaged during the month of December. From subtraction color by number to sorting Christmas words into the correct syllable stocking, your students will review and reinforce essential concepts while enjoying the excitement of the holiday season. These activities work great as center activities, morning work, math or reading groups, for early finishers, or even as a fun activity on party day. Your s
K - 1st
English Language Arts
CCSS
K.OA.A.2
, RF.K.2b
, RF.K.2d
+3
Magic e / Silent -e Syllable/ Syllable Type/ Syllable Division Worksheets
This silent -e syllable resource includes an anchor poster, a Go Fish game, and an array of worksheets designed to reinforce closed syllables and underscore words featuring the silent -e syllable. Some worksheets concentrate on single- syllable words, ensuring a foundational grasp of the concept before progressing to those with two syllable words incorporating both closed and v_e syllables. This explicit practice is based on the science of reading and is particularly effective with beginning and
K - 2nd
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness
CCSS
RF.1.3
, RF.1.3b
, RF.1.3c
+2
Subtraction within 20 Word Problem Games 1st Grade
Enhance your students’ problem solving skills with a set of addition and subtraction word problem games tailored to accommodate diverse learning needs. These addition and subtraction word problem games encourage students to apply strategic approaches such as adding to, putting together, taking apart, taking from, and comparing utilizing objects, drawings, and mathematical equations. The set comprises of three engaging TIC TAC TOE style addition word problem games and three subtraction game boa
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
1.OA.A.1
, 1.OA.A.2
Also included in: Addition Subtraction Word Problem Games Bundle 1st Grade
Sequencing Numbers to 120 Task Cards
Get ready to see your students confidently conquer the world of number sequencing! Whether it is morning work, centers, early finisher activities, interventions or homework, this set of task cards is a fantastic tool for enhancing mastery of numbers up to 120 while promoting independent learning. With varying lengths, these task cards provide students with a scaffolded learning experience, allowing them to build confidence and competency at their own pace. What’s Included:80 caterpillar task car
K - 1st
Math, Numbers
CCSS
1.NBT.A.1
Grade 1 Addition Subtraction within 20 Color By Number
Kids LOVE color by number pages so this set that focuses on adding and subtracting numbers within 20 is perfect for your grade 1-2 students. It includes 8 unique designs with answer keys and is perfect as an independent center activity, during math groups or morning work time, for early finishers, interventions, and homework practice. NO PREP, just print and you are ready to use! What’s IncludedAdding within 10Adding within 20Adding 3 numbersMissing AddendsSubtracting within 10Subtracting within
1st - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math, Mental Math
CCSS
1.OA.B.4
, 1.OA.C.6
, 1.OA.D.8
Grade 1 Basic Operations Addition within 10, 20 Games
Games are a valuable teaching resource and using the card game of War to practice adding numbers within 10, 20 is a great way to add the FUN FACTOR into your math time! Your students will be highly engaged while developing addition fact fluency during math centers, math groups, or interventions. This product includes 2 games so you can differentiate according to your students’ needs. Each game includes 45 addition flashcards and different colored background flashcards so it is easy to keep the
K - 2nd
Basic Operations, Math, Mental Math
CCSS
1.OA.C.6
Fall themed Silent E Magic E Decodable Sentence Strips
Using controlled text and focusing on one sentence at a time can make learning to read more manageable for beginning and struggling students. These cute fall themed decodable sentence strips are science of reading aligned and include short vowel words, silent E words, and some sight words making them perfect for developing decoding and fluency skills. The sentence strips can be used for individual practice during morning work, interventions or as homework. They also work great as partner read
1st - 3rd
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
CCSS
RF.1.3
, RF.1.3a
, RF.1.3b
+1
Also included in: Magic E Games and Activities Bundle
Reward Punch Cards- Behaviors Goals Achievements
Set of 8 fun, colorful punch cards with 8 cards for each design. Perfect for providing motivation to reach a goal, and celebrating achievements and good behaviors. Use with any subject, homework or general behavior goals. Each card has a place for the student’s name, brief description of what they have earned, and 10 spots to punch. Students love getting to choose their own design! Even more exciting is getting to use the hole punch!! What’s included:Unicorn, Sports, Super Mario, Shooting Star,
Not Specific
Character Education, Classroom Community
NK Glued Sound Vocabulary Activities Science of Reading Aligned
If you are looking for a set of no prep printables to practice the -nk glued sound with your students, then this is for you. The activities focus on building your students vocabulary while reading and spelling words with nk. It includes a variety of activities such as puzzle cards, cut and paste, fill in the missing word, and more. These engaging worksheets are a great way to add phonics into your morning work, centers, word work time, interventions or homework practice. They are perfect for re
K - 3rd
Reading, Spelling, Writing
CCSS
RF.1.3
, RF.1.3b
, L.1.2
+1
Also included in: NK Glued Sound Games Activities Bundle Science of Reading Aligned
NK Glued Sound Science of Reading Aligned Decodables & Fluency Game
Using controlled decodables is a great way to develop your students’ fluency skills and confidence at the same time! These science of reading word lists, sentences and passages that review short vowel phonics concepts, -nk words, and basic sight words will set your students up for success! The word lists, sentences and passages can be used as a stand alone resource for independent or partner reading, guided small groups, or 1:1 & small group interventions. Add the game board and it is perfe
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
CCSS
RF.K.3
, RF.K.3c
, RF.1.3
+1
Also included in: NK Glued Sound Games Activities Bundle Science of Reading Aligned
NK Glued Sound Making Words Activity
Making words is a hands-on, engaging activity that helps students practice letter sound relationships and common spelling patterns. Use these colorful phoneme cards with your students to practice glued sounds and make -nk words. A word web and a t-chart are included for students to record the -nk words. Making words is a great practice or review activity for independent practice, word work time, reading groups, centers, or interventions. You can differentiate by limiting or expanding the number
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Spelling
CCSS
L.K.2d
, L.1.2d
Also included in: NK Glued Sound Games Activities Bundle Science of Reading Aligned
NG Glued Sound Vocabulary Puzzle Flashcards
Glued sounds can be tricky for students, so these puzzles are a useful teaching tool to review vocabulary words and reinforce the -ng sound at the same time. Use the puzzles to develop students’ phonemic awareness skills and have students sort words by their ing, ang, ong, ung ending, or identify and produce rhyming words. Why not gamify student practice of reading -ng words and use the puzzles to play a game of Memory Match or Go Fish? What’s Included: 9 -ng puzzles with word and image (fang,
K - 3rd
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Vocabulary
NG Glued Sound Worksheets Activities Science of Reading Aligned
If you are looking for a set of no prep printables to practice the -ng glued sound with your students, then this is for you. The activities and worksheets focus on building your students vocabulary while reading and spelling words with ng. It includes 11 different activities such as puzzle cards, cut and pastes, a crossword puzzle, fill in the missing word, and more. These engaging worksheets are a great way to add phonics into your morning work, centers, word work time, interventions or homewo
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Spelling
CCSS
RF.1.3
, RF.1.3b
, L.1.2
+2
Also included in: ng Glued Sound Games Activities Worksheets Bundle
dge BUNDLE Games, Activities, Worksheets
Knowing when to use -dge when spelling words with a /j/ sound at the end can be tricky for students, especially for beginning or struggling students. Check out this science of reading aligned games, activities & worksheets bundle if your students need practice reading and spelling words with -dge . It has everything your students will need to consolidate their understanding of this phonics concept including a poster, flashcards, spelling game, worksheets and more! Many activities work well as
K - 2nd
Reading, Spelling, Writing
CCSS
RF.1.3
, RF.1.3a
, RF.1.3b
+3
dge Worksheets Activities
If you are looking for a set of no prep printables to practice the - dge phonics concept then this is for you! The worksheets focus on reading and spelling words -dge words and include cut and pastes, a word search, find the missing letters, and more. They are a great way to add phonics into your morning work, centers, reading group time, or homework practice. They also work well with English language learners as they expand their vocabulary and use words in context. I use them with my beginning
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Spelling
CCSS
RF.1.3
, RF.1.3a
, RF.1.3b
+2
Also included in: dge BUNDLE Games, Activities, Worksheets
dge Flashcard Activities Games
Flashcards are a versatile teaching tool and kids love playing games so using flashcards to build up students phonemic awareness, reading and spelling skills with -dge words is a win-win. Use this set of 12 picture and word flashcards to play games like Write the room, Memory Match or Go Fish. They also work well for vocabulary building activities like Clue and Charades which are perfect for ELLs or beginning students. Use them for 1:1 or small group interventions with students who need spelli
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Spelling
CCSS
RF.1.2b
, RF.1.3
, RF.1.3a
+2
Also included in: dge BUNDLE Games, Activities, Worksheets
dge BANG! A Short Vowel Spelling Game
Kids love playing games which makes this colorful BANG! game a great way to practice spelling dge words and reinforcing student phonemic awareness skills. It works great as a center activity as the Master Key allows students to check the vocabulary so they can play it independently. It also works well with 1:1 and small group interventions, word work during reading groups, or as a partner game for early finishers! Low prep game, just print, cut and laminate for durability and you will be able t
K - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Spelling
CCSS
L.K.2d
, L.1.2d
Also included in: dge BUNDLE Games, Activities, Worksheets
ch/tch Decodables Worksheets Games Activities Bundle
Knowing when to use ch or tch can be tricky for students, especially for beginning or struggling students. Check out this science of reading aligned games, activities & worksheets Bundle if your students need practice reading and spelling words with ch vs tch. It has everything your students will need to master when to use tch or ch including posters, spelling games, sorting activities, reading games and more! Many activities work well as independent practice and can be used for morning work,
1st - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Spelling
CCSS
RF.1.2b
, RF.1.3
, RF.1.3a
+2
tch Worksheets
If you are looking for a set of no prep printables to practice the -tch phonics concept then this is for you! The worksheets focus on reading and spelling words -tch words and include cut and pastes, crossword puzzles, fill in the missing word, circle the missing letters and unscramble the words. They are a great way to add phonics into your morning work, centers, reading group time, or homework practice. They also work well with English language learners as they expand their vocabulary and use
1st - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Vocabulary
CCSS
RF.1.2b
, RF.1.3
, RF.1.3b
+1
Also included in: ch/tch Decodables Worksheets Games Activities Bundle
ch/tch sort Flashcards Sort Activity
Do your students struggle knowing when to use ch or tch when spelling words that end with the /ch/sound? This set of 24 flashcards with sort mats is a great way for your students to develop phonemic awareness as they focus on the sounds that come before the /ch/ sound to determine if it is spelled with a ch or tch. They can be used for independent practice, morning work, centers, reading groups, homework practice, early finishers, or targeted interventions. What’s included: 24 picture flashcar
1st - 3rd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Spelling
CCSS
L.1.2d
Also included in: ch/tch Decodables Worksheets Games Activities Bundle
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Experience
I am a dedicated Structured Literacy Specialist, and Orton Gillingham trainer with a passion for supporting all learners. My teaching career began as a primary classroom teacher, after which I pursued a Master's degree in Applied Linguistics and obtained certification in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) to enhance my ability to support diverse student populations. Transitioning from the classroom to small group instruction for English Language Learners, I recognized the need for additional skills to address the varied learning needs of my students. Consequently, I acquired training in the Orton Gillingham approach to better support students with dyslexia, other language-based learning differences, and level 1 math skills.
Teaching style
My education in TESOL and Orton-Gillingham highlights my belief in the importance of building on students’ prior knowledge and presenting explicit, sequential, and cumulative scaffolds for continuous learning of foundational reading, spelling and writing skills. I am a firm believer in following the motto of I Do, We do, and You Do to provide the greatest opportunity for student success. I love using interactive games and activities to reinforce new phonics concepts, spelling rules and generalizations, and math skills as I think students learn best when all learning modalities (visual, auditory, tactile and kinesthetic) are utilized.
My own education history
Bachelor of Arts Degree with Major in Education
Teaching Certificate (BC and AB)
Masters of Applied Linguistics and TESOL Degree
Inclusive Classroom Certification
Certified Orton-Gillingham Classroom Educator
Orton- Gillingham Practitioner
Orton-Gillingham Supervisor and Trainer
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