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Heart & Mind Learning Studio

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Kittanning, Pennsylvania, United States
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I bring 18 years of experience in special education, supporting diverse learners with a wide range of needs. Over the years, I’ve developed resources that focus on accessibility, differentiation, and student engagement, making learning more manageable and meaningful for all students. My materials are designed to save teachers time while providing effective tools that work in real classrooms.
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Preview of Elapsed Time Z Method Bundle | Complete Lesson & Student Support Resources

Elapsed Time Z Method Bundle | Complete Lesson & Student Support Resources

Elapsed Time Z Method Bundle | Lesson, Anchor Charts, Templates & Student Reference CardsMake teaching elapsed time simple and effective with this complete Z Method bundle! This resource provides everything you need to introduce, model, and support students as they learn to solve elapsed time problems using a clear, step-by-step strategy. The Z Method helps students break down elapsed time into manageable parts: Count minutes to the next hour Count hours Count minutes to the end time This vis
Preview of Elapsed Time PowerPoint | Z Method Step-by-Step Lesson

Elapsed Time PowerPoint | Z Method Step-by-Step Lesson

Elapsed Time 3rd Grade | Elapsed Time 4th Grade | Elapsed Time Word Problems | Math Intervention | Step-by-Step Strategy Lesson | Z MethodStruggling to teach elapsed time in a way that actually sticks? This engaging 45-slide PowerPoint lesson breaks down elapsed time using the Z Method, a simple and effective strategy that helps students organize their thinking and solve problems with confidence. Perfect for 3rd–5th grade, this resource is especially helpful for intervention groups and strug
Preview of Lexia Core5 Student Check-In & Units Tracker | Motivation Bundle

Lexia Core5 Student Check-In & Units Tracker | Motivation Bundle

Daily Check-In + Units Gained Tracker for Student Progress & EngagementLooking for a simple, effective way to boost student accountability and motivation during Lexia Core5 time? This bundle combines two powerful tools to help students stay focused, track their progress, and take ownership of their learning. Perfect for classroom teachers, interventionists, and special education settings! What’s Included:1. Lexia Core5 Daily Check-In & Login CardsStudent-friendly check-in system (4 per page)Enc
Preview of Elapsed Time Z Method | Anchor Charts, Templates & Student Reference Cards

Elapsed Time Z Method | Anchor Charts, Templates & Student Reference Cards

Elapsed Time Z Method Anchor Charts & Student Templates | 3 Levels of Support | 3rd–5th Grade Math InterventionMake elapsed time click for your students with this clear, step-by-step Z Method resource! Designed to simplify a commonly challenging skill, this tool helps students break down time into manageable parts—building confidence and accuracy along the way. The Z Method guides students through three simple steps: Minutes to the next hour Hours in between Minutes to the end time By vi
Preview of Attendance Tracker & Reward System | Student Streak Chart | Daily Attendance

Attendance Tracker & Reward System | Student Streak Chart | Daily Attendance

Help your students build consistent attendance habits with this simple, motivating streak-based system! This resource makes it easy for students to track daily attendance, build streaks, and earn rewards for consistency—all with minimal prep for you. How It Works: Students track each day of attendance, build 5-day and 10-day streaks, and earn reward cards as they reach milestones. This creates a motivating routine that encourages accountability and positive habits. What’s Included: • Monthly att
Preview of LEXIA Unit Tracker | Units Gained Tracker for Lexia Core5 | Student Motivation

LEXIA Unit Tracker | Units Gained Tracker for Lexia Core5 | Student Motivation

Help students stay motivated and focused during Lexia time with this editable Units Gained Tracker & Reward System. Instead of tracking time spent, this system emphasizes actual progress by celebrating units gained—making goals clearer and motivation stronger. This resource is ideal for intervention, SPED, RTI, and small-group instruction, and it’s easy to manage for both teachers and students. What’s Included Editable Student Units Gained Tracker Weekly goal-setting structure (based on u
Preview of Rounding with a Number Line | Visual Models and Reusable Practice Mats

Rounding with a Number Line | Visual Models and Reusable Practice Mats

Rounding with a Number Line | Visual Models & Reusable Practice MatsHelp students truly understand rounding with this engaging set of visual models and reusable practice mats designed to support conceptual understanding using number lines. This resource is perfect for intervention, small groups, math centers, and guided practice—especially for students who struggle with traditional rounding worksheets. What’s Included:Visual Rounding Models Clear number line visuals showing how numbers round u
Preview of Math Problem-Solving Flow Chart | Visual Decision Guide for Word Problems

Math Problem-Solving Flow Chart | Visual Decision Guide for Word Problems

Math Word Problem Solving Flow Chart | Choosing the Correct Operation (Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide) Support students in solving math word problems with this problem-solving flow chart designed to help them identify the correct operation every time. This math strategy anchor chart walks students through a series of yes / no questions to determine whether they should add, subtract, multiply, or divide. The flow chart begins with the guiding question “Is there a total?” and continues th
Preview of Motivational Bookmarks Inspired by the 6/7 Trend – 16 Printable Designs

Motivational Bookmarks Inspired by the 6/7 Trend – 16 Printable Designs

Bring the viral 6/7 trend straight into your classroom with this set of 16 motivational bookmarks your students will instantly recognize and love! These trendy, high-energy bookmarks are perfect for encouraging readers, celebrating positive behavior, or adding a fun surprise to book bins, rewards, and classroom gifts. Designed with clean, student-friendly layouts, each bookmark features a motivational phrase inspired by the popular 6/7 theme. Print, cut, and use right away—or punch a hole and
Preview of Large Place Value Chart up to Hundred Millions | Color-Coded Classroom Math Disp

Large Place Value Chart up to Hundred Millions | Color-Coded Classroom Math Disp

Large Place Value Chart up to Hundred Millions | Color-Coded Classroom Math Display Bring place value to life with this large, student-friendly place value chart designed for elementary math instruction. Perfect for whole group lessons, small group practice, math centers, intervention, and bulletin board displays, this visual resource helps students clearly understand place value concepts. This printable place value chart includes place values up to the hundred millions, with two commas an
Preview of Lexia Core5 Daily Check-in & Login Cards | Student Accountability Tool

Lexia Core5 Daily Check-in & Login Cards | Student Accountability Tool

Student Readiness & Accountability Check-In + Login Reminder | Daily Learning Behavior Tool Build consistent routines and student accountability with this simple, effective 2-page resource! Designed for easy daily use, this tool helps students reflect on their readiness to learn while also keeping important login information organized and accessible. Perfect for intervention time, technology-based programs, or structured classroom routines. What’s Included:Student Check-In Strips (4 per page) S
Preview of Place Value Reference & Practice Mat | Expanded Form & Digit Value Support

Place Value Reference & Practice Mat | Expanded Form & Digit Value Support

Place Value Reference & Practice Mat | Expanded Form & Digit Value Support Support students’ understanding of place value with this reusable place value reference and practice mat designed for learning support, intervention, and small-group instruction. This visual mat helps students write numbers correctly, understand expanded form, and compare the value of digits within a number by making place value relationships clear and concrete. It is especially helpful for students who struggle with
Preview of Math Language & Equations: More Than, Fewer Than, & Times as Many

Math Language & Equations: More Than, Fewer Than, & Times as Many

Help students understand what equations mean—not just how to solve them. This math language resource connects symbols to words so students can confidently interpret phrases like “more than,” “fewer than,” and “times as many.”Students often struggle with math because they don’t fully understand the language behind equations. This resource is designed to build meaning by explicitly linking math symbols to word phrases, supporting stronger number sense and deeper understanding. What’s Include
Preview of Place Value Houses | Ones, Tens, & Hundreds Patterns | Place Value Visual Model

Place Value Houses | Ones, Tens, & Hundreds Patterns | Place Value Visual Model

Place Value Houses: Ones, Tens, & Hundreds Patterns (Visual Model & Build) Looking for a clear, visual way to help students understand place value patterns? This 9-page place value resource uses “place value houses” to show the repeating pattern of ones, tens, and hundreds within each period, making big ideas easier for students to see and understand. Each “house” represents a place value period, helping students recognize that the same pattern repeats as numbers get larger. This resource
Preview of IXL Skill Focus Category Cards – Daily Assignment Display Cues for Student Clari

IXL Skill Focus Category Cards – Daily Assignment Display Cues for Student Clari

Keep Your Students Focused & Motivated with These IXL-Aligned Category Cards! Looking for an easy way to help students stay on track with their daily IXL assignments, without the constant reminders or confusion? These visually engaging Category Cards are the perfect classroom tool to clearly communicate expectations and keep students focused on exactly what skill or section they should be working on. Whether you’re managing centers, rotations, early finishers, or independent practice, these c
Preview of Partner Picnic | Fun Partner Matching Cards for Random Student Pairing

Partner Picnic | Fun Partner Matching Cards for Random Student Pairing

Make student pairing easy, fun, and stress-free with Partner Picnic, a random partner selection classroom management tool designed to keep students engaged and teachers organized. This resource includes 24 partner matching card sets that make assigning partners quick, fair, and exciting. Each set features picnic-themed matching food pairs such as ketchup and mustard, peanut butter and jelly, and chips and salsa, encouraging student interaction and cooperation. This printable partner card
Preview of Multiplying by 9 Strategy | Decomposing Method with Differentiated Practice

Multiplying by 9 Strategy | Decomposing Method with Differentiated Practice

Make multiplying by 9 easier to understand with this decomposing strategy resource! This resource helps students learn the 9s facts by breaking numbers apart to reveal patterns and structure. Clear visuals and step-by-step modeling support student understanding without relying on tricks or memorization. Inside this resource, you will find:A strategy anchor chart that teaches how to decompose 9 when multiplyingA step-by-step example page to model the strategy clearlyThree levels of differentiat
Preview of Odd & Even Numbers: Posters and Visual Representations (Numbers 1–10)- BOHO THEM

Odd & Even Numbers: Posters and Visual Representations (Numbers 1–10)- BOHO THEM

Odd & Even Numbers: Posters and Visual Representations (Numbers 1–10)- BOHO THEMENurture number sense in your classroom with this gentle and engaging odd & even number set. Perfect for early learners, this beautifully designed resource features soft, visual posters and number cards for 1–10, helping young minds explore odd and even numbers with ease. A calm and clear way to build strong math foundations. What’s Included: ✅ 2 Anchor Posters: One for Odd Numbers and one for Even Numbers ✅ Number
Preview of PG Movie Permission Form Bundle | General Parent Letter + Class Log

PG Movie Permission Form Bundle | General Parent Letter + Class Log

PG Movie Permission Form Bundle | General Parent Letter + Class Log Looking for a quick and professional way to handle parent communication and permission for showing PG-rated movies in class? This ready-to-print resource has everything you need to keep families informed and stay organized all year long—no editing required! Included in this bundle: ✅ General Parent Letter – Notifies families that your class may occasionally view PG-rated movies and explains your approval process. ✅ PG Movie
Preview of Behavior Badge System  | Positive Behavior & Student Motivation (PBIS & SEL)

Behavior Badge System | Positive Behavior & Student Motivation (PBIS & SEL)

Behavior Badge System – Positive Behavior & Student MotivationEncourage positive behavior and student ownership with this Behavior Badges System, a simple and engaging way for students to earn recognition for positive choices and skills. This resource includes 16 badges across 4 categories: Behavior, Academic, Social Emotional Learning, and Participation & Leadership. Student earn badges and glue them onto their personal badge pages, creating a visual record of growth and success. ✅ Suppor
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About the store

Experience

I bring 18 years of experience in special education, supporting diverse learners with a wide range of needs. Over the years, I’ve developed resources that focus on accessibility, differentiation, and student engagement, making learning more manageable and meaningful for all students. My materials are designed to save teachers time while providing effective tools that work in real classrooms.

Teaching style

My teaching style is student-centered, structured, and supportive. I believe all students can learn when given the right tools, clear routines, and engaging resources. I focus on breaking down complex skills into manageable steps, providing visual supports, and incorporating hands-on practice to build confidence and independence. My goal is to create a learning environment where every student feels successful.

My own education history

I hold a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Education. I am certified in Elementary Education (K–6) and Special Education (K–12).

Additional biographical information

In addition to 18 years in special education, I’m also a parent of five and a grandparent. I understand first hand how important it is for learning resources to be clear, effective, and easy to use. That perspective inspires me to create materials that support both teachers and students in meaningful ways.