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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 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 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 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 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 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 Essential Fractions: A Student-Friendly Assessment

Essential Fractions: A Student-Friendly Assessment

Product Description:Looking for a simple, accessible fractions assessment? This Basic Fractions Test is perfect for 3rd grade students or as a modified version for 4th learning support students. Designed with student needs in mind, this test includes: -Larger print for easy reading -Extra white space to reduce visual clutter -Clearly defined answer boxes to guide student responses The test covers foundational fraction skills, including identifying fractions, writing fractions for shaded par
Preview of 10 Times Greater Place Value Posters | Ones, Tens, Hundreds & Thousands

10 Times Greater Place Value Posters | Ones, Tens, Hundreds & Thousands

Make Place Value Click! – 10 Times Greater Visual Posters & Student Reference Sheets Help students truly understand place value with these clear, engaging 10 times greater visuals. This resource is designed to build strong number sense by showing the relationship between ones, tens, hundreds, and thousands in a simple, student-friendly way. This set includes: Place Value Visual Poster featuring ones, tens, hundreds, and thousands with arrows and “10× greater” labels to clearly show how e
Preview of Reading Greater Numbers- Low Writing Practice with Visual Supports

Reading Greater Numbers- Low Writing Practice with Visual Supports

Reading Greater Numbers: Low Writing Practice with Visual SupportsHelp students confidently read large numbers using explicit modeling, visual supports, and low-writing practice. This resource is designed to support students who need clear examples, reduced cognitive load, and opportunities to practice reading numbers aloud. Students first build confidence by reading smaller numbers, then apply the same strategy to greater numbers using visual chunking and place value language. What’s Included:2
Preview of Divisibility Rules Anchor Chart | Simplified & Expanded Rules | Grades 4-5

Divisibility Rules Anchor Chart | Simplified & Expanded Rules | Grades 4-5

Divisibility Rules Posters | Dual-Level Support for Differentiated InstructionHelp students quickly identify factors with these clear, color-coded divisibility rules anchor charts. Designed for grades 4–5, this resource includes simplified and expanded rules to support differentiation, intervention, and special education. These posters are perfect for whole-group lessons, small groups, math walls, or student reference. What’s Included: ✔ Simplified Rules Poster This student-friendly version
Preview of Odd & Even Numbers: Posters and Visual Representations (Numbers 1–10)

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

Odd & Even Numbers: Posters and Visual Representations (Numbers 1–10)Help your students master the concept of odd and even numbers with this bright, visual, and student-friendly resource! Designed for early learners, this set includes clear Odd and Even Posters and individual number visuals for numbers 1–10 with engaging representations to build foundational number sense. What’s Included: ✅ 2 Anchor Posters: One for Odd Numbers and one for Even Numbers ✅ Number Visuals (1–10): Each number inc
Preview of Free: I Notice, I Wonder math problem solving poster

Free: I Notice, I Wonder math problem solving poster

FREE I Notice, I Wonder PosterThis simple and engaging poster is a perfect visual tool to encourage student thinking and curiosity! Use it to prompt meaningful discussions, observations, and questions during lessons, group work, or independent learning. Print and display in your classroom or add to student folders for easy reference!
Preview of Inverse Operations

Inverse Operations

Reinforces Conceptual Understanding Displaying the inverse operations of multiplication and division helps students grasp how these operations are interconnected. By seeing that multiplication and division "undo" each other, learners can develop a deeper comprehension of mathematical relationships, which is fundamental for solving equations and understanding number patterns. Supports Diverse Learning Styles Visual aids cater to various learning preferences, making abstract concepts more accessi
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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.