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Leaf and STEM Learning resources are created specifically with 4th, 5th, and 6th graders in mind. These materials are designed to be engaging but also rigorously standards-aligned.
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Preview of Multiplication and Division Word Problems | Numberless Word Problems

Multiplication and Division Word Problems | Numberless Word Problems

Have you heard of numberless word problems? Using numberless word problems is great way to change your students' thinking about problem solving and help them become resilient problem solvers! This set of 10 numberless word problems will help engage your students in mathematical discussion over single-step and two-step whole number multiplication and division problems. Multiplication problems are up to 3-digit by 2-digit and the division problems are up to 4-digit dividends and 2-digit divisor
Preview of 5th Grade Financial Literacy Interactive Notebook Set | Distance Learning

5th Grade Financial Literacy Interactive Notebook Set | Distance Learning

Introduce, teach, practice, and assess all tested fifth grade financial literacy TEKS with this complete interactive notebook set! This set covers defining payroll tax, income tax, property tax, and sales tax, gross income and net income, and balancing budgets (TEKS 5.10A, TEKS 5.10B, TEKS 5.10E, and TEKS 5.10F). Included in this set is: A flip book with a section on income, taxes, and budgets"Finding Income" practice that incorporates strip diagrams with decimal addition and subtractionFour
Preview of Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Models Interactive Notebook

Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Models Interactive Notebook

Introduce and practice modeling fraction addition and subtraction with this complete interactive notebook set. The mini book introduces and illustrates using area models, set models, number lines, and strip diagrams or bar models. Also included are two practice activities that will fit perfectly in your students' composition notebooks or math journals. A four question formative assessment in test prep format assesses how your students apply their newly learned skills. Use your lesson time
Preview of Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators ISN

Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators ISN

Introduce adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators by finding a common denominator with this notebook set that aligns to the Texas TEKS and Common Core fifth grade math standards. All pieces are designed to fit perfectly in your students' notebooks or composition books and include a comic strip, a problem solving practice activity, and a four question, test-prep style formative assessment. Check out the preview to see everything included!Comic book style notes4 problem solving
Preview of Adding and Subtracting Decimals Word Problems | Numberless Word Problems

Adding and Subtracting Decimals Word Problems | Numberless Word Problems

Master interpreting word problems with addition and subtraction of decimals in joining and removing scenarios with this numberless word problems card set! Have you heard of numberless word problems? Using numberless word problems is great way to change your students' thinking about problem solving and help them become resilient problem solvers! This set of 10 numberless word problems will help engage your students in mathematical discussion using joining and removing addition and subtraction s
Preview of Fraction Word Problems | Numberless Word Problems

Fraction Word Problems | Numberless Word Problems

Have you heard of numberless word problems? Using numberless word problems is great way to change your students' thinking about problem solving and help them become resilient problem solvers! This set of 10 numberless word problems will help engage your students in mathematical discussion over single-step and multi-step fraction operation problems. Fraction operations included are: multiplication of a whole number by a fractiondivision of a unit fraction by a whole number and division of a
Preview of Halloween Math Activity - Decimal Place Value Review - Google

Halloween Math Activity - Decimal Place Value Review - Google

This Google Slides activity is great for Halloween or any time of the year! Review place value by creating fun, not-so-scary, monsters by answering questions about rounding, expanded notation, comparing and ordering decimals. This activity utilizes Google Slides, so it is easy to deliver to your students with minimal teacher prep! Use the 16 decimal place value questions for your math technology station or a review activity. The students can check their work independently using the included mo
Preview of Dividing Decimals Word Problems Multi Step Numberless Word Problems

Dividing Decimals Word Problems Multi Step Numberless Word Problems

Have you heard of numberless word problems? Using numberless word problems is great way to change your students' thinking about problem solving and help them become resilient problem solvers! This set of 10 numberless word problems will help engage your students in mathematical discussion over multi-step problem solving and features dividing decimal number by whole numbers or dividing a whole number to a decimal (up to four digit dividends). Included in this set: 10 sequenced problems that pro
Preview of Numerical Patterns Tables and Graphing Center TEKS 5.4C | Printable & Digital

Numerical Patterns Tables and Graphing Center TEKS 5.4C | Printable & Digital

This fun math center will help your students practice making numerical patterns based on algebraic equations or verbal expressions. Whether creating tables, sorting additive and multiplicative equations, or graphing points, you and your students will love this space themed math center! This activity is aligned to TEKS 5.4C and TEKS 5.4D! Includes three different ways to use the included cards! Check out the preview to see everything included!Additive vs. Multiplicative Sort MatIn this activ
Preview of Multi-Step Multi-Operation Word Problems | Numberless Word Problems

Multi-Step Multi-Operation Word Problems | Numberless Word Problems

Have you heard of numberless word problems? Using numberless word problems is great way to change your students' thinking about problem solving and help them become resilient problem solvers! This set of 10 numberless word problems will help engage your students in mathematical discussion over TEKS 5.4B: represent and solve multi-step problems involving the four operations with whole numbers using equations with a letter standing for the unknown quantity. All problems are at least 2 step que
Preview of Adding and Subtracting Decimals Interactive Notebook | Editable

Adding and Subtracting Decimals Interactive Notebook | Editable

Introduce, practice, and assess how to add and subtract decimals using this interactive notes set. Practice problem solving, modeling, and solving with an algorithm. Not only does this interactive notebook unit teach how to add and subtract, but also when and why addition and subtraction is done with a strip diagram modeling flip book! All pieces are designed to fit perfectly in your students' notebooks or composition books and include a flip book, a mini book, a practice activity, and a five
Preview of Adding Fractions and Mixed Numbers with Regrouping Notes | Print & Digital

Adding Fractions and Mixed Numbers with Regrouping Notes | Print & Digital

Introduce and practice regrouping with fractions and mixed numbers while adding with this notebook set that aligns to the Texas TEKS and Common Core fifth grade math standards. Use models, decomposing fractions, and algorithm to add and regroup (carry) with fractions with like and unlike denominators. All pieces are designed to fit perfectly in your students' notebooks or composition books and include a mini book, a problem solving practice activity, and a five question, test-prep style format
Preview of Fractions as Division Interactive Notebook | Distance Learning

Fractions as Division Interactive Notebook | Distance Learning

Introduce Common Core 5.NF.B.3 with this math interactive notebook activity. This set has everything you need to teach and practice fractions as a representation of division of the numerator and denominator. Students practice with word problems creating fractions and then using division to create mixed numbers. They will also determine which whole numbers the quotient falls between using division and a number line The materials also include one practice activities and a 5 question test prep
Preview of Simplifying Fractions Interactive Notebook Set | Digital & Printable

Simplifying Fractions Interactive Notebook Set | Digital & Printable

Review or teach simplifying fractions using these notes for your students' math journals. This resource includes easy to prepare cut and fold notes, a simplifying fractions practice activity, and a writing prompt. All pieces are designed to fit neatly into your students' interactive notebooks and are jam-packed with info to minimize copying, cutting, folding, and gluing so that you can make the most of your prep and instructional time. Check out the preview to see everything that is included!
Preview of Multiplying Decimals Using Models Interactive Notebook Set | Distance Learning

Multiplying Decimals Using Models Interactive Notebook Set | Distance Learning

Introduce the models used to represent decimal multiplication with this notebook set that aligns to the Texas TEKS and Common Core fifth grade math standards. The models include area models, base ten models, 100s grid models, number lines, and repeated addition. Flip book2 practice activities5-question quizGoogle Slides digital version for distance learning or paperless classrooms!All pieces are designed to fit perfectly in your students' notebooks or composition books and include a flip book,
Preview of Classifying Quadrilaterals Interactive Notebook Set | Distance Learning

Classifying Quadrilaterals Interactive Notebook Set | Distance Learning

Introduce and assess quadrilaterals with this complete interactive notebook set which uses Venn diagrams and attributes of figures to define the sets and subsets of the classification system. Included in the interactive notebook set are: foldable notes, three classification diagrams, and a four question test prep style assessment. This activity covers quadrilaterals, trapezoids, isosceles trapezoids, kites, parallelograms, rectangles, rhombuses, and squares and the sets, subsets, and hierarchy
Preview of Prime and Composite Numbers Interactive Notebook Set

Prime and Composite Numbers Interactive Notebook Set

Identify prime and composite numbers and develop number sense using this interactive notebook set. Use this set to teach not only the vocabulary or composite and prime numbers, but also even, odd, multiples, and factors which students need to know to study this skill. The flip book encourages students to build arrays, write factor tables, and use multiples to discover the prime and composite numbers within 100. This notebooking set includes: Flip book8 prime, composite, factors, and multiples
Preview of Adding and Subtracting with Like Denominators Word Problems

Adding and Subtracting with Like Denominators Word Problems

Hands on practice for adding and subtracting fractions is a must! Your students will enjoy problem solving practice when they get to use pizza manipulatives to represent the fraction word problems. In this digital Google Slides or printable task card set, students use hands on or virtual manipulatives to model and solve word problems. This set includes: 20 word problem task cardspizza fraction manipulativeswork matanswer key and teacher set up directionsYou can choose the Google Slides version
Preview of Multiplying Decimals Multi Step Word Problems | Numberless Word Problems

Multiplying Decimals Multi Step Word Problems | Numberless Word Problems

Have you heard of numberless word problems? Using numberless word problems is great way to change your students' thinking about problem solving and help them become resilient problem solvers! This set of 10 numberless word problems will help engage your students in mathematical discussion over multi-step problem solving and features decimal multiplication (up to hundredths place products). Included in this set: 10 sequenced problems that progress from numberless to traditional story problemsa
Preview of Coordinate Graphing Interactive Notebook Set | Distance Learning

Coordinate Graphing Interactive Notebook Set | Distance Learning

Introduce, practice and assess coordinate graphing in the first quadrant with a mini book, three practice activities, and a test prep style formative assessment. Define the coordinate plane using the technical vocabulary required by Common Core and Texas TEKS curriculum using vocabulary. This lesson does more than just teach plotting points using ordered pairs! It also gives students practice in describing the process of graphing. The activities also use a variety of intervals so that your s
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Experience

Leaf and STEM Learning resources are created specifically with 4th, 5th, and 6th graders in mind. These materials are designed to be engaging but also rigorously standards-aligned.

Teaching style

I am a Texas educator who enjoys developing math and science materials for upper elementary and middle school students! With nearly 20 years of experience in education, I have taught math and science to 5th and 6th graders, served as an instructional coach, and currently work as an administrator. My expertise lies in creating math resources that provide hands-on learning opportunities for students at different academic levels, including English language learners and those at risk.

My own education history

I received my bachelor's degree in education from Sam Houston State University and a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Texas A&M Commerce. I am certified in Early Childhood through Grade 4 in all subjects, Mathematics and Science for Grades 4 to 8, and English as a Second Language for all grade levels.