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I have an M.Ed. in Elementary and Middle Grades Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Florida with honors. Certified currently in Washington state - Elementary and Middle School ELA Humanities, Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading K-12, Teacher Support Specialist, and Gifted and Talented. I taught 28 years in multiple subject areas and in many grade levels from Pre K- 8th grade. I began teaching in elementary school, where I taught pull-out remedial classes for grades 2-5 and a section of K-1. Then I taught Pre-K for 5 years, and then Middle School, where I have been in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. After 16 years in Middle School, I returned to first grade. I am currently subbing.
In addition to teaching, I've also lived in many different countries. I learned to speak Spanish at the age of 9 when my family lived in Spain. I have worked with children over the years in various capacities, from tutoring, substitute teaching, volunteering, and working with afterschool programs, summer school, and the YMCA.
My best experience, of course, has been being a mother and a grandmother to two wonderful children and two terrific grandchildren, and many fur babies as well. My husband and I currently have a 2-year-old female Yellow English Labrador who is quite a handful. :) Follow me on my social media links above to see her in action. :) They are also listed in the terms of use/credit pages at the end of each resource.
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Weather Paired Reading Hurricanes vs. Tornadoes Venn Diagram Digital & Printable
Weather Reading Comprehension Passages: Hurricanes vs. Tornadoes. Paired nonfiction reading with a Venn Diagram to compare tornadoes and hurricanes. Students read about hurricanes and tornadoes, then compare and contrast the characteristics of hurricanes and tornadoes. Can be displayed on whiteboard as slides. Includes comprehension questions and answer keys, a vocabulary glossary, a T chart as an option for comparison, links to websites with additional information, and a comparison contrast w
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
, CCRA.R.2
, CCRA.R.3
+2
Also included in: Storms PowerPoint Bundle
Solar System Webquest with Easel Activity - Printable and Digital
Solar System Webquest with Easel Activity. Fun and challenging activity. A webquest to learn about our solar system: the sun, the eight planets (Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune), and other celestial objects like dwarf planets (Pluto, Ceres, etc.), meteoroids, asteroids, and comets. Students will look up information on planet size, features and atmospheres, distance from the sun, and ability to support life. Students will also find out about our galaxy, our unive
4th - 7th
Astronomy, Earth Sciences, Science
CCSS
CCRA.R.1
Symbiosis - Symbiotic Relationships PowerPoint
Symbiosis - Symbiotic Relationships PowerPoint. Colorful graphics and animated slides explain the differences between the three types of symbiotic relationships that exist in ecosystems: commensalism, mutualism, and parasitism. This digital resource is a nice addition to your ecology unit with an expository writing prompt to assess understanding. Easy to understand terms help students understand species interactions. Includes a slide to review the scientific vocabulary, and a print or digital
5th - 8th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Science
Nature Scavenger Hunt and Writing Paper
Take students on a nature scavenger hunt with a walk outside. Practice observation, note taking, and being quiet as you enjoy the great outdoors on a nature walk. Great Earth Day activity or for a plants and animals unit of study. Do in spring when the weather starts getting nice and everyone wants to go outside, in fall when students can enjoy the autumn colors, in summer at camp, or in winter in the South. Includes 4 nature scavenger hunts for differentiation, 1 beach scavenger hunt,
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Science
CCSS
CCRA.W.2
, CCRA.W.3
, CCRA.W.10
The Great Kapok Tree Rainforest Unit Resources with Easel Activities
The Great Kapok Tree Rainforest Unit and Resources. Rainforest activities go with the book by Lynne Cherry. Includes: features of a rainforest, useful websites, art projects, vocabulary, crossword puzzle, main idea and summarizing activity, graphic organizer, story elements, plot diagram, fun facts about kapok trees, rainforest animals, saving the rainforest, chocolate cocoa recipe, math activity, science terrarium activity, geography sheet, rainforest layers, the importance of rain forests and
3rd - 5th
Earth Sciences, English Language Arts, Geography
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.3
, RL.2.7
+15
Also included in: Earth Day Activities Bundle
Continents and Oceans Geography Interactive PowerPoint and Mini Book with Easel
Continents and Oceans PowerPoint. Useful for studying the seven continents of the Earth and the five oceans in your geography or Social Studies classes. Includes examples of some major features of each continent of the world and some animals that are unique to each. Students will also see a visual about the equator and the hemispheres of the planet. Great supplemental activity for Earth Day, too. Has interactive review slides and a printable for students to follow along. There are two Easel Ass
1st - 4th
Earth Sciences, Geography, Informational Text
CCSS
CCRA.L.6
Also included in: Earth Day Activities Bundle
Rain Shadow Effect PowerPoint
This PowerPoint explains the rain shadow effect where moist air gets blocked by mountains. Includes photos and diagrams of how rain shadow affects the windward and leeward side of a mountain range, examples of rain shadow around the world, and a five-question review quiz at the end. Great addition to your Earth Science unit. Please see full preview. Note: animation does not show in preview. Use digital resources like this in video conferencing or Zoom for remote learning. Share in OneDrive an
5th - 8th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Science
CCSS
RI.5.4
, RI.6.4
, CCRA.R.10
A Geologic Time Scale Earth History PowerPoint and Printable Activities
Earth History: Geologic Time Scale PowerPoint. A summary of the eras in Earth's geologic history with slides on the various time periods of planet Earth. Precambrian Eon: Azoic (Hadean and Archean), Proterozoic Eras; and the Phanerozoic Eon: Paleozoic, Mesozoic, Cenozoic, and Neozoic Eras. Each era is also divided into periods and epochs: Paleozoic: Cambrian, Ordovician, Silurian, Devonian, Mississippian, Pennsylvanian, and Permian Mesozoic: Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous Cenozoic: Paleo
5th - 8th
Archaeology, Earth Sciences, Science
Volcanoes - All About Volcanos Google Slides, Writing Activity, Easel Assessment
Students will enjoy learning about volcanoes with this 30 slide animated presentation on Google Slides. Informative text on volcano types and shapes, how and what is an eruption, how eruptions are measured, the difference between lava and magma, fun facts, famous volcanos, types of igneous rocks, and a vocabulary terms to know reference sheet. Includes photos of volcanos like Mt. Rainier and Mt. Kilauea, which help students understand the difference between a stratovolcano and a shield volcano.
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Science
CCSS
RI.3.10
, RI.4.10
, RI.5.10
+2
Volcanoes PowerPoint - All About Volcanos Writing Activity and Easel Assessment
Students enjoy learning with this 30-slide animated Volcanoes PowerPoint. Informative text on volcano types and shapes, how and what is an eruption, how eruptions are measured, the difference between lava and magma, fun facts, famous volcanos, types of igneous rocks, and a vocabulary terms to know reference sheet. Includes photos of volcanos like Mt. Rainier and Mt. Kilauea, which help students understand the difference between a stratovolcano and a shield volcano. Includes a video link to Mt.
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Geography, Science
CCSS
RI.3.10
, RI.4.10
, RI.5.10
+2
Also included in: Natural Hazards PowerPoint Bundle
Desert Adaptations of Animals and Plants PowerPoint
Investigate life in the desert biome with this Desert Adaptations PowerPoint that discusses the strategies that plants and animals use to survive in the extreme conditions of the desert. Includes examples of some specific animal and plant adaptations to the desert habitat. Students learn that life in the desert survives the challenges of lack of water and extreme heat by expiring and reproducing, evading, and enduring. They will learn how life adapts to store water, conserve water, tolerat
1st - 4th
Earth Sciences, Environment, General Science
NGSS
2-LS4-1
Animals PowerPoint Bundle: Penguins, Polar Bears, Turkeys, Reindeer and More!
Fun Facts Animal PowerPoint Bundle - About Owls, Penguins, Polar Bears, Elephants, Lions, Giraffes, Turkeys, Reindeer, River Otters and Bald Eagles. This PowerPoint BUNDLE is great for engaged learning. Display on your whiteboard. Present in Zoom or videoconferencing for virtual classrooms. Compatible with Microsoft OneDrive. Engaging and interesting informational text for reading practice. You can upload to Google Slides and save as Slides and it will automatically convert. All the PowerPoints
1st - 4th
Biology, Earth Sciences, Science
CCSS
CCRA.R.10
, CCRA.L.6
Tornadoes Presentation on Google Slides
All about tornadoes on Google Slides! Fully animated with informational text on how these violent storms develop and how severe weather can cause destruction. Learn about tornado structure, their effects, and how they are measured with the Enhanced Fujita scale. Great addition to your nonfiction extreme weather, forces of nature, or natural hazards unit. You can use in Zoom or videoconferencing for distance learning in a virtual classroom, which is great if you are remote teaching. Good homescho
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Science
CCSS
CCRA.R.10
, CCRA.L.6
Also included in: Weather Bundle - PowerPoints, Google Slides, Reading Passages, and More
Earthquakes PowerPoint
Earthquake PowerPoint presentation full of information and fun facts. Teaching your students about earthquakes or studying natural disasters or hazards? This 87-slide PowerPoint will give them all the fundamentals and basic vocabulary terms they will need to know! Great introduction to seismology. Includes sections with animations, charts, and graphs on the following topics: What are earthquakes? Naturally occurring earthquakes, Man-made earthquakes, Intensity and magnitude, Frequency of occur
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, General Science, Informational Text
CCSS
RI.4.4
, RI.4.10
, RI.5.4
+4
Also included in: Natural Hazards PowerPoint Bundle
Tsunamis PowerPoint with Easel Assessment
Introduce tsunami waves to students with this 42-slide interactive Tsunami PowerPoint. Learn basic facts about this natural hazard and the power of this destructive force of nature. Includes a definition of tsunami, what causes them, where they occur, types of tsunamis, how they are measured, detection and warning systems, and what to do if you are given a warning. Includes a ten-question review at the end. Also includes the same questions as a self-grading Easel Assessment. If students are
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Science
CCSS
RI.4.10
, RI.5.10
, RI.6.10
+2
Also included in: Natural Hazards PowerPoint Bundle
Hurricanes Presentation on Google Slides
All about hurricanes on Google Slides! Informational text on how these storms develop with comprehension review questions that are self-checking. Students read about hurricane structure and formation, their effects, how they are tracked, and more. Great addition to your extreme weather, forces of nature, or natural hazards or disasters unit. Includes slides on: What is a hurricane? What is its structure? How do they form? Where and when do they form? What are the effects of hurricanes? What are
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Science
CCSS
CCRA.L.6
Also included in: Weather Bundle - PowerPoints, Google Slides, Reading Passages, and More
Hurricanes PowerPoint
All about hurricanes informational text PowerPoint on how these storms develop with comprehension review questions that are self-checking. Read about hurricane structure and formation, effects, how they are tracked, and more. Great addition to your extreme weather, forces of nature, or natural hazards or disasters unit. Includes definition of a hurricane, formation and structure of hurricanes, the differences between hurricanes, typhoons, and cyclones. Explains the hurricane classification and
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Science
CCSS
CCRA.R.10
Also included in: Storms PowerPoint Bundle
Bats Webquest with Easel Activity
Bats Discovery Webquest. Fun at Halloween or anytime. Explore the world of bats. In this webquest, students will learn basic information about bats, their habits and habitats, types, and interesting facts. Students will visit a kid friendly website and answer ten questions. Key included. Great for homework, homeschool, distance learning, and independent study. Print and Digital Resource: Includes an Easel Activity ready for learning with digital tools. Assign it in Google Classroom or use a li
3rd - 5th
Biology, Earth Sciences, Informational Text
CCSS
CCRA.R.7
, CCRA.R.10
, CCRA.W.7
Biomes of the World PowerPoint
This Biomes PowerPoint is an introductory overview of the different climate zones or biomes of the world. Includes information on the rain forest, temperate grassland, savanna, tundra, taiga, temperate forest, mountain, desert, and three major aquatic biomes - freshwater, saltwater, and estuaries. Use as an introduction to your study of various ecosystems. Average temperatures, rainfall, and interesting facts about the diversity of plant and animal life in each. Great supplement to your ecolo
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Environment, General Science
CCSS
CCRA.R.10
Tornadoes PowerPoint
All About Tornadoes Animated PowerPoint. Informational text on how these severe weather storms develop and cause destruction. Learn about tornado structure, effects, and how they are measured with the Enhanced Fujita scale. Great addition to a nonfiction extreme weather, forces of nature, or natural hazards or disasters unit. Facts and details about the formation and structure of tornadoes, waterspouts, Tornado Season, classification, scale, Tetsuya Ted Fujita, preparation, Duck and Cover, watc
4th - 7th
Earth Sciences, Informational Text, Science
CCSS
CCRA.R.10
, CCRA.L.6
Also included in: Storms PowerPoint Bundle
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I have an M.Ed. in Elementary and Middle Grades Curriculum and Instruction from the University of Florida with honors. Certified currently in Washington state - Elementary and Middle School ELA Humanities, Math, Science, Social Studies, Reading K-12, Teacher Support Specialist, and Gifted and Talented. I taught 28 years in multiple subject areas and in many grade levels from Pre K- 8th grade. I began teaching in elementary school, where I taught pull-out remedial classes for grades 2-5 and a section of K-1. Then I taught Pre-K for 5 years, and then Middle School, where I have been in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. After 16 years in Middle School, I returned to first grade. I am currently subbing.
In addition to teaching, I've also lived in many different countries. I learned to speak Spanish at the age of 9 when my family lived in Spain. I have worked with children over the years in various capacities, from tutoring, substitute teaching, volunteering, and working with afterschool programs, summer school, and the YMCA.
My best experience, of course, has been being a mother and a grandmother to two wonderful children and two terrific grandchildren, and many fur babies as well. My husband and I currently have a 2-year-old female Yellow English Labrador who is quite a handful. :) Follow me on my social media links above to see her in action. :) They are also listed in the terms of use/credit pages at the end of each resource.
Teaching style
I try to make everyday an unforgettable day! I make every effort to appeal to a variety of learning styles, so that students can stay focused and engaged in learning. Children should walk away from my classroom with a love for reading and a hunger for learning something new everyday.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Kappa Delta Pi International Education Honor Society, Golden Key Honor Society, Teacher of the Year 1999-2000, Teacher Support Specialist, 2010 VFW Teacher of the Year for the State of Georgia
My own education history
M.Ed., Graduated with honors from the University of Florida. 28 total years of teaching experience, from Pre-K through 8th grade.
Additional biographical information
Although I have had many students, I have two children of my own, along with two grandchildren. My daughter is a world-renowned chef, and opened her own restaurant on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington state. She has a son, whom I taught his first-grade year at home in the pandemic. Now he is in middle school and I have the privilege of watching him 4 days a week when the restaurant is open.
My son is a CNC programmer/engineer who lives in Seattle. He also has a son, who is in high school. They grow up so fast. My husband and I relocated from Georgia to Washington state to be close to our family.
My husband and I love the outdoors. We had two dogs: a lab mix (Angel) and a border collie/dachshund mix (Sandy). We called them the Golden Girls. Sadly, we lost Angel (almost 15) in August 2022, and Sandy (almost 15) in August 2023. Now we have a beautiful yellow lab named Lady. You can follow our journey on IG. We plan on retiring someday and do some traveling.
If you find a typo or something I need to fix in a resource, please contact me via Q and A, and give me a chance to make it right. I will try to fix mistakes within 48 hours, and usually much sooner.
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