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Hi! I’m a dedicated educator in my 17th year of teaching, and I’m proud to have achieved National Board Certification (NBCT). My passion lies in supporting multilingual learners and helping every student find their voice through language and literacy.
Over the years, I’ve developed engaging resources that focus on building vocabulary, strengthening writing skills, and creating meaningful learning experiences for diverse classrooms. My goal is to provide tools that make teaching more effective and learning more enjoyable, while empowering students to succeed in both academic and real-world contexts.
When I’m not in the classroom, I love creating resources that other teachers can use right away—saving prep time and sparking confidence in students of all backgrounds. Thanks for stopping by, and I hope my materials bring ease and inspiration to your teaching journey!
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ELA Character Map - graphic organizer
I use this graphic organizer when learning about fiction texts. Students identify traits and find evidence from the text to support their answer. It helps them better understand how authors use details to build their characters.
3rd - 6th
Close Reading, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.4.1
, RL.4.3
, RL.4.10
Informational Narrative Choice Board
Looking for a meaningful way to help students blend informational writing with storytelling skills? This Informational Narrative Choice Board is the perfect tool to guide students through planning and writing a narrative that teaches real facts while keeping readers engaged. This resource includes a versatile choice board that allows students to select their own plot elements while still meeting informational writing expectations. Paired with clear graphic organizers and a teacher-friendly fe
3rd - 8th
Creative Writing, Other (ELA), Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.3.2
, W.3.3
, W.3.4
+26
Science Fair Project Planner (Grades 3–6)
Make science fair season stress-free and engaging with this all-in-one Science Fair Project Planner! This resource guides students through the entire scientific process—from choosing a testable question to presenting results on a polished trifold board. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school students, this planner is ideal for classrooms, homeschool families, and enrichment programs. Everything is student-friendly, organized, and designed to build confidence in scientific thinking. Wha
3rd - 6th
General Science
NGSS
MS-ETS1-2
, 3-5-ETS1-3
, MS-ETS1-4
+4
Character Map Graphic Organizer | Character Traits & Text Evidence
📚 Character Map Graphic Organizer Make character analysis simple, structured, and meaningful with these engaging character trait organizers! These printable and digital graphic organizers help students: ✔ Make inferences about characters ✔ Identify character traits ✔ Cite text evidence ✔ Analyze what a character says, thinks, and does ✔ Support answers using details from the text Perfect for upper elementary ELA lessons, reading response journals, and small group instruction. ⭐ What’s In
3rd - 6th
Writing, Writing-Essays, Writing-Expository
Kindergarten Science - Sun & Shade Observations
Take a stroll outside to become scientists who observe the sun and how it creates shade. How does it feel? What does it look like? And students get a chance to practice writing sentences about what they've observed.
PreK - 1st
English Language Arts, Science
CCSS
L.K.1a
, L.K.2a
, CCRA.L.1
+2
Earth’s Water Investigation: Salt Water vs. Fresh Water | NGSS Aligned
Help students discover how much of Earth’s water is salt water versus fresh water through an engaging, inquiry-based investigation! This Google Slides mini-lesson guides students through data analysis, discussion, and modeling using real-world information about Earth’s water distribution. Students explore where freshwater is found—including glaciers, groundwater, rivers, lakes, and streams—and learn why so little of it is easily accessible. This resource encourages critical thinking while bui
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences
CCSS, NGSS
SL.4.1
, SL.5.1
, 5-ESS2-2
+1
Also included in: Earth’s Water Investigation: Salt Water vs. Fresh Water - BUNDLE
Gradable Antonyms - Word Choice Activities
Strengthen your students’ vocabulary, word choice, and character analysis skills with these engaging gradable antonym worksheets! This resource helps students move beyond basic synonyms and antonyms by exploring degrees of meaning (ex: selfish → selfless, nervous → brave). Students practice identifying character traits and selecting the strongest word to improve their writing. Perfect for: 3rd Grade ELA 4th Grade ELA 5th Grade ELA Writing Workshop Character Analysis Vocabulary Instruction EML /
3rd - 6th
Creative Writing, Vocabulary, Writing-Expository
CCSS
W.3.3
, W.3.10
, W.4.3
+11
Vocabulary Worksheet- Word Web (Science of reading aligned)
Welcome to our vocabulary worksheet that is aligned to the science of reading! This worksheet is designed to help students improve their vocabulary and reading skills using research-based techniques. Each word is accompanied by its definition, synonyms, antonyms, and multiple meanings, along with sentences for context.
3rd - 12th, Adult Education
Other (ELA), Vocabulary
Liberty Kids - We the People - worksheets
A Companion Activity for Liberty’s Kids (YouTube Episode)Bring the Constitutional Convention to life in your classroom with this engaging, student-friendly worksheet designed to supplement the Liberty’s Kids: “We the People” episode! 🇺🇸 This resource helps students understand the key events, people, and compromises that shaped the U.S. Constitution in a clear and meaningful way. 📚 What’s Included: ✔️ Fill-in-the-Blank Summary Page Students complete a guided notes page covering: Why dele
4th - 7th
U.S. History
Chesapeake Bay Watershed – System Interactions Worksheets
Help students understand Earth’s systems and how they interact using these engaging Chesapeake Bay–themed worksheets! Perfect for upper elementary and middle school science, this resource supports systems thinking while reinforcing real-world environmental connections. 🌎 What’s IncludedThis resource includes 2 complementary worksheets focused on the four Earth systems: Atmosphere Biosphere Hydrosphere Geosphere 📝 Worksheet 1: Written Explanation Students select two or more Earth sph
3rd - 5th
Earth Sciences
Fraction Addition Placemat (fractions with unlike denominators)
Help students actually understand how to add fractions with unlike denominators using this clear, visual, step-by-step worksheet! This resource guides students through the process of finding common denominators by: Listing multiples Creating multiplication equations Rewriting fractions correctly Building a new fraction equation with confidence Perfect for visual learners and students who need structure when adding fractions, this worksheet breaks the process into manageable parts—no guessw
4th - 6th
Fractions
Main Idea Wheel
Students work to identify the key details in a text. Then discuss with students what connections each detail has. Then students synthesize the details to infer a main idea.
Worksheet 1: scaffolded with sentence starters for ESL and other students needing sentence frames.
Worksheet 2: Students simply answer the question of what the main idea is with no scaffolds.
Could also be used to help students go from scaffolded graphic organizer to one without the scaffolds.
1st - 5th
English Language Arts, For All Subjects
CCSS
RL.3.2
, RL.4.1
, RL.5.1
+4
Eureka Grade 5 Module 3 - Fractions Topic A & B Quiz
Checks for understanding for Eureka Grade 5, Module 3 (fractions) Topic A & B
5th
Fractions, Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
5.NF.A.1
, 5.NF.A.2
Also included in: Eureka Grade 5 Module 3 - Fractions
Comparing Themes
Students compare themes of stories by identifying differences and similarities.
Then students use their critical thinking to see HOW similar or different the themes are.
They get their own comparison sentence starters to glue to their journal...or you could laminate :)
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts, Literature
CCSS
RL.4.1
, RL.4.2
, RL.4.9
+5
Vocabulary Work- Mind Mapping
Create a language rich environment with this worksheet that helps students develop their lexicon and word depth knowledge.
4th - 12th
English Language Arts, Vocabulary
Setting & Character Analysis
Help students analyze the text evidence for setting and how it affects the characters.
3rd - 6th
Close Reading, Other (ELA), Writing-Expository
Historical Fiction Elements Graphic Organizer
Students read a Historical Fiction story to identify elements of historical fiction.
Afterwards students analyze and infer the characters point of view throughout the story and how it has changed.
This has worked really well in my small group reading groups.
The Criteria is how I communicate what a good response is to my students and then I can give very specific feedback about the areas they need to work on/improve.
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts
Multiples Flash Cards (1–12) | Math Fluency Resource
Looking for a low-prep way to help your students master their multiples and multiplication facts? These Multiples Flash Cards are the perfect tool for building math fluency! This resource includes clear, easy-to-read lists of multiples for numbers 1 through 12, designed to be printed, cut, and used instantly. Why You’ll Love This Resource: Versatile Use: Perfect for math centers, independent practice, small group instruction, or as a handy reference for students to keep in their folders.Skill
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations
A 5th Grade Chemical Change Mystery Lab (NGSS Aligned)
🕵️♂️ The Case of the Color-Changing Salt A 5th Grade Chemical Change Mystery Lab (NGSS Aligned)Turn your students into science detectives with this engaging, hands-on mystery lab! In The Case of the Color-Changing Salt, students investigate a surprising color change using rock salt and common classroom materials to determine whether a chemical change has occurred. This activity blends inquiry-based learning, storytelling, and NGSS-aligned science practices—perfect for upper elementary c
3rd - 6th
Chemistry, General Science
Harry Potter Number Line Challenge
Sybill Trelawney has done it again! She has dropped all her divination cards and needs help putting them with the correct number line. Students use their place value knowledge to find the matching number line to the number on their card. My students LOVE this!
3rd - 5th
Math, Place Value
CCSS
4.NBT.A.2
, 4.NBT.A.3
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Experience
Hi! I’m a dedicated educator in my 17th year of teaching, and I’m proud to have achieved National Board Certification (NBCT). My passion lies in supporting multilingual learners and helping every student find their voice through language and literacy.
Over the years, I’ve developed engaging resources that focus on building vocabulary, strengthening writing skills, and creating meaningful learning experiences for diverse classrooms. My goal is to provide tools that make teaching more effective and learning more enjoyable, while empowering students to succeed in both academic and real-world contexts.
When I’m not in the classroom, I love creating resources that other teachers can use right away—saving prep time and sparking confidence in students of all backgrounds. Thanks for stopping by, and I hope my materials bring ease and inspiration to your teaching journey!
Teaching style
I do whatever it takes to reach my kids. I don't mind looking like a fool and will adapt my instruction to best meet their needs. I tend to be constructivist in my approach however... but ultimately...it's about what they need!
Awards & shining teacher moments
National Board Certified Teacher
My own education history
University of Maryland - Bachelors of Science & Minor of History
McDaniel College - Masters in Curriculum Instruction with Emphasis in History.
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