Impossible Things Learning
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Following in my mother’s (and mother in law’s) footsteps led me to a rewarding fifteen-year career in the classroom, where I experienced firsthand the importance of effective teaching resources. That's when I discovered a real passion for designing materials that not only made learning accessible but also genuinely resonated with and engaged students. I started Impossible Things Learning to share my most successful creations (the classroom tested favorites that I used every year!). These proven resources have been newly polished and expanded to meet the demands of today's teaching environment. I'm also always buzzing with new ideas and actively developing fresh products as inspiration strikes! I hope that the resources you find here become an indispensable part of your teaching toolkit, empowering you to do what you do best!
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U.S. History Brain-Stretchers BUNDLE: 80 Journal Prompts
Get all my U.S. History Brain-Stretchers in one money-saving bundle! This collection will take you from colonization to contemporary America and works equally well as writing prompts, bell ringers, or discussion questions. These Brain-Stretchers get students thinking about topics that they will be exploring in class, finding relevance in the past, and reflecting on what they have learned. They are truly versatile and are an absolute lifesaver in the classroom! The questions in each prompt are
7th - 12th
Other (Social Studies), Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
SL.7.1
, SL.8.1
, SL.9-10.1
+8
Ancient World History BUNDLE: 75 Writing Prompts & Discussion Questions
This money-saving bundle of all six sets of World History “Brain-Stretchers” covers prehistory to the Renaissance. There are 75 prompts in this set (including 3 bonus Renaissance prompts only found in this package). Use them to spark a discussion, to promote literacy, to start class in an engaging way. I used them as a written bell-ringer activity followed by a class discussion to accomplish all three of these goals! They are sure to get students thinking about topics that they will be exploring
6th - 10th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
SL.6.1
, SL.7.1
, SL.8.1
+6
12th Grade Memory Book for High School: End of the Year Activities for Seniors
Looking for unique end of the year activities for high school seniors to do in the last weeks before graduation? This digital memory book for seniors is just what you need! For this special project, your 12th graders will take selfies with their favorite teachers and staff from their time in high school (like their favorite counselor and their favorite history teacher). As they gather these photos, they are encouraged to reflect with gratitude. They will then use their photos to create a Selfie
12th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
U.S. History Discussion Questions & Writing Prompts: Colonization to 1865
This Brain-Stretcher collection is tailor-made for U.S. History and works equally well as writing prompts, bell ringers, or discussion questions. The prompts get students thinking about topics that they will be exploring in class, finding relevance in the past, and reflecting on what they have learned. These Brain-Stretchers are truly versatile and are an absolute lifesaver in the classroom! The questions in each prompt are purely opinion based (no right or wrong answers) so they are accessib
7th - 12th
Civics, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
SL.7.1
, SL.8.1
, SL.9-10.1
+8
Also included in: U.S. History Brain-Stretchers BUNDLE: 80 Journal Prompts
U.S. History Bell Ringers & Writing Prompts: 1865 to the Present
This Brain-Stretcher collection is tailor-made for U.S. History and works equally well as writing prompts, bell ringers, or discussion questions. The prompts get students thinking about topics that they will be exploring in class, finding relevance in the past, and reflecting on what they have learned. These Brain-Stretchers are truly versatile and are an absolute lifesaver in the classroom! The questions in each prompt are purely opinion based (no right or wrong answers) so they are accessib
7th - 12th
Other (Social Studies), Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
SL.7.1
, SL.8.1
, SL.9-10.1
+8
Also included in: U.S. History Brain-Stretchers BUNDLE: 80 Journal Prompts
8th Grade Digital Memory Book: Middle School End of Year Activity for Last Week
Make their transition to high school unforgettable with this awesome 8th Grade Digital Memory Book, the "Selfie Scrapbook"! Say goodbye to boring end-of-year projects! This editable Google Slides "Selfie Scrapbook" is the perfect end of the year idea to help your 8th graders reflect on their middle school journey and create a truly unique and personal graduation keepsake. This isn't just any digital memory book; it's a modern twist with a focus on selfies, making it extra appealing to today's s
8th
For All Subjects, Graphic Arts
End of Year Memory Book for Seniors, A Digital Photo Scrapbook for 12th Grade
Engage Your Graduating Seniors with the Ultimate 12th Grade Memory Book!Say goodbye to boring end-of-year projects! This editable Google Slides "Selfie Scrapbook" is the perfect end of the year idea to help your seniors reflect on their high school journey and create a truly unique and personal graduation keepsake. This isn't just any digital memory book; it's a modern twist with a focus on selfies, making it extra appealing to today's students. Here's how this engaging end-of-year activity bene
12th
For All Subjects, Graphic Arts
World History Writing Prompts: Prehistory, Early Civilizations, & Ancient India
This set of “Brain-Stretchers” is tailor-made for World History I classes and includes prompts relating to prehistory, early civilizations, and ancient India. Use them to spark a discussion or have a lively debate. Use them as writing prompts to promote literacy in your classroom. Use them as bell-ringers to start class in an engaging and purpose driven way. I used them as a written bell-ringer activity followed by a class discussion to accomplish all three of these goals. They are sure to get s
6th - 10th
Ancient History, Social Studies, World History
CCSS
SL.6.1
, SL.7.1
, SL.8.1
+6
Also included in: Ancient World History BUNDLE: 75 Writing Prompts & Discussion Questions
U.S. History Bell Ringers, Discussion Questions & Writing Prompts Sample
This set of ten sample prompts from my Brain-Stretcher collection is tailor-made for U.S. History and works equally well as writing prompts, bell ringers, or discussion questions. They get students thinking about topics that they will be exploring in class, finding relevance in the past, and reflecting on what they have learned. These Brain-Stretchers are truly versatile and are an absolute lifesaver in the classroom! The questions in each prompt are purely opinion based (no right or wrong a
7th - 12th
Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
SL.7.1
, SL.8.1
, SL.9-10.1
+8
Digital Reading Journals BUNDLE in Google Slides
Foster a love of reading and a feeling of accomplishment with these fun Reading Journals! With this money-saving bundle, you’ll get all 10 of my Reading Journal designs at a substantial discount. The wide variety of designs gives you lots of options and you’re sure to find something to please everyone. Consider letting your students pick their favorite journal (they love getting to do this)! These journals make great end of the year gifts and they are perfect for encouraging students to read mor
2nd - 12th
Reading
11th Grade Memory Book: End of the Year Activities for High School Juniors
Looking for unique end of the year activities for high school students to do in the last weeks of school? This digital 11th grade memory book is just what you need! For this special project, your juniors will take selfies to represent different topics from the year (like their English class and their friends). They will then use their photos to create a Selfie Scrapbook in PowerPoint that they can look back on in the future. What truly sets this activity apart (and makes it so popular with stude
11th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
End of Year Memory Book for 5th Grade, A Digital Scrapbook for Google Slides
This end of the year digital memory book for 5th grade is called a Selfie Scrapbook because it has the modern addition of selfies, which makes it extra fun and appealing to students. This engaging Google Slides activity is the perfect end of the year project for 5th graders as they prepare for graduation. Creating this Selfie Scrapbook will encourage them to reflect with gratitude and commemorate their time at your school. For this special project, your students will take selfies with importa
5th
For All Subjects, Graphic Arts
World History Discussion Questions & Writing Prompts: Ancient China
This set of “Brain-Stretchers” is tailor-made for World History I classes and includes prompts relating to ancient and imperial China. There are 12 Brain-Stretchers in this set and they are perfect for teaching the Shang Dynasty to the Song Dynasty (1766 B.C.E. to 1279 C.E.). The topics explored include geography, dynastic rule, Confucius, the Great Wall of China, and the Silk Road. Use them to spark a discussion or have a lively debate. Use them as writing prompts to promote literacy in your cl
6th - 10th
Ancient History, Asian Studies, World History
CCSS
SL.6.1
, SL.7.1
, SL.8.1
+6
Also included in: Ancient World History BUNDLE: 75 Writing Prompts & Discussion Questions
Digital Reading Journal in Google Slides for Independent Reading
Are you a teacher or a parent looking for a fun and easy way to encourage your child to read more? If so, this Reading Journal is just what you’ve been looking for! The journal has 25 pages plus a cover page (enough room to record 25 books). If 25 pages is not your perfect length, you can shorten the journal by deleting pages or lengthen the journal by duplicating pages! There are 5 unique page designs that rotate throughout the journal to create a visually engaging experience. The cover pa
3rd - 12th
Reading
Also included in: Digital Reading Journals BUNDLE in Google Slides
9th Grade Memory Book: Digital End of the Year Activities for High School
Looking for unique end of the year activities for high school students to do in the last weeks of school? This digital 9th grade memory book is just what you need! For this special project, your freshmen will take selfies to represent different topics from the year (like their English class and their friends). They will then use their photos to create a Selfie Scrapbook in PowerPoint that they can look back on in the future. What truly sets this activity apart (and makes it so popular with stude
9th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
End of Year Memory Book for 11th Grade, Digital Scrapbook for Google Slides
This end of the year digital memory book for 11th grade is called a Selfie Scrapbook because it has the modern addition of selfies, which makes it extra fun and appealing to students. This engaging Google Slides activity is the perfect end of the year project for juniors as they complete another year of high school. They will take selfies that represent different topics from the year (like their English class and their friends). They will then use their photos to create a digital Selfie Scrapboo
11th
For All Subjects, Graphic Arts
End of Year Memory Book for 7th Grade, A Digital Scrapbook for Google Slides
This end of the year digital memory book for 7th grade is called a Selfie Scrapbook because it has the modern addition of selfies, which makes it extra fun and appealing to students. This engaging Google Slides activity is the perfect end of the year project for your middle school students. They will take selfies that represent different topics from the year (like their English class and their friends). They will then use their photos to create a digital Selfie Scrapbook that they can look back
7th
For All Subjects, Graphic Arts
8th Grade Memory Book, Digital End of the Year Activities for Middle School
Looking for a unique end of the year activities for graduating middle school students to do in the last weeks of school? This digital 8th grade memory book is just what you need! For this special project, your middle schoolers will take selfies with their favorite teachers and staff from their time at your school (like their favorite counselor and their favorite history teacher). As they gather these photos, they are encouraged to reflect with gratitude. They will then use their photos to create
8th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Ancient World History Brain-Stretchers: Islamic Civilization, Africa, & Americas
This set of 12 “Brain-Stretchers” is tailor-made for World History I classes and includes prompts relating to Islamic civilization, ancient Africa, and the ancient Americas. Use them to spark a discussion or have a lively debate. Use them as writing prompts to promote literacy in your classroom. Use them as bell-ringers to start class in an engaging and purpose driven way. I used them as a written bell-ringer activity followed by a class discussion to accomplish all three of these goals. They a
6th - 10th
African History, Ancient History, World History
CCSS
SL.6.1
, SL.7.1
, SL.8.1
+6
Also included in: Ancient World History BUNDLE: 75 Writing Prompts & Discussion Questions
Ancient Greece Writing Prompts & Discussion Questions for World History I
This set of 12 “Brain-Stretchers” is tailor-made for World History I classes and includes prompts relating to ancient Greece. The topics explored include geography, the Trojan War, Socrates, and Alexander the Great. Use them to spark a discussion or have a lively debate. Use them as writing prompts to promote literacy in your classroom. Use them as bell-ringers to start class in an engaging and purpose driven way. I used them as a written bell-ringer activity followed by a class discussion to ac
6th - 10th
Ancient History, European History, World History
CCSS
SL.6.1
, SL.7.1
, SL.8.1
+6
Also included in: Ancient World History BUNDLE: 75 Writing Prompts & Discussion Questions
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About the store
Experience
Following in my mother’s (and mother in law’s) footsteps led me to a rewarding fifteen-year career in the classroom, where I experienced firsthand the importance of effective teaching resources. That's when I discovered a real passion for designing materials that not only made learning accessible but also genuinely resonated with and engaged students. I started Impossible Things Learning to share my most successful creations (the classroom tested favorites that I used every year!). These proven resources have been newly polished and expanded to meet the demands of today's teaching environment. I'm also always buzzing with new ideas and actively developing fresh products as inspiration strikes! I hope that the resources you find here become an indispensable part of your teaching toolkit, empowering you to do what you do best!
Teaching style
My approach has always been student focused. I believe in making learning as accessible as possible for all students. I loved to build up their confidence (especially if history was a subject that they’d struggled with in the past).
Awards & shining teacher moments
My shining teacher moment was winning Teacher of the Quarter. The reason this distinction made me so proud was that it was awarded by the students (they were all given a chance to vote for their favorite teacher)!
My own education history
I majored in History and minored in Drama at the University of Virginia (a wonderful four years). When I discovered my calling in the classroom (after substitute teaching), I attended courses at Old Dominion University and Virginia Wesleyan University to obtain my teaching certification.
Additional biographical information
I am married to a wonderful guy (my best friend) and have an adorable little Bichon Frise dog (my baby). I also love dollhouse miniatures and all things fantasy and geek like Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter!
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