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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 Decimal Place Value Game

Decimal Place Value Game

Read, write, and compare decimal place value with this simple and fun game! Students multiply and divide by 10 and 100 to a digit through whole number and decimal place values. Earn points when a "read and compare" card is drawn by having the greatest number! Your students will love the strategy of deciding where to place their digit to maximize their chances of winning! You will love that your students are discovering how multiplying and dividing by powers of 10 moves digits left and right!
Preview of Place Value and Powers of 10 Interactive Notebook Set | Distance Learning | FREE

Place Value and Powers of 10 Interactive Notebook Set | Distance Learning | FREE

Introduce and practice using powers of ten for place value notation with this engaging low prep interactive notebook set. All the included parts: an interactive mini book, practice activities, and formative assessment are designed to fit perfectly in your students' composition books or math journals. This resource includes: Powers of 10 Mini-Book2 Practice Activities5-question quizA Google Slides DIGITAL Interactive NotebookThis is a free set of notebook materials, but I offer many more concept
Preview of Simplifying Fractions Matching Game - Winter FREEBIE

Simplifying Fractions Matching Game - Winter FREEBIE

In this simplifying or reducing fractions game students write a fraction from a winter themed sentence. Students then use the identity property of operations to divide the fraction to find its simplest form. To do this, students will match four cards. Once the match is made, flip the cards to reveal a snowy winter scene. If the parts of the winter scene match, the answer is correct and the fraction has been simplified! This math center game is printed in black and white and is easy to assemb
Preview of Stem-and-Leaf Plots Activity | Math Center | Printable & Google Sheets | FREE

Stem-and-Leaf Plots Activity | Math Center | Printable & Google Sheets | FREE

Have your students practice writing decimals while creating a stem-and-leaf plot! Students spin to find the prices of items for sale in a vending machine and create a stem-and-leaf plot with this data. Students will also answer one and two step problems about the data represented in the stem-and-leaf plot. What's included?A coin spinner boardProduct listStem-and-leaf plot templateQuestion pageMultiple-choice exit ticketOpen-ended exit ticketDigital Google Sheets™ version of the activitiesThis m
Preview of Stem-and-Leaf Plots Interactive Notebook Set | FREE | Distance Learning

Stem-and-Leaf Plots Interactive Notebook Set | FREE | Distance Learning

Introduce creating and solving one-step and two-step problems using stem and leaf plots. This interactive math notebook set focuses on the Texas TEKS 5.9A and 5.9C. Parts of this set are also appropriate for use with Texas TEKS 4.9A and 4.9B. The stem-and-leaf plots included in this math interactive notebook set use whole numbers, fractions, and decimal values. Also included are a practice activity and a writing activity as well as a 4 question formative test prep style assessment. This fun
Preview of Decomposing Fractions using Unit Fractions Game | Free

Decomposing Fractions using Unit Fractions Game | Free

Practice decomposing fractions using unit fractions with this fun and free game! It plays similarly to Go Fish, but your students will be creating equivalent expressions using unit fractions. Once you are done with the game, use the cards as manipulatives to teach your students about equivalent fractions, improper fractions and mixed numbers, and number line representations. I love feedback! Please let me know how you used this activity in your classroom by leaving a review. When you teach
Preview of Absolute Value and Opposite Numbers Interactive Notebook Set - FREE

Absolute Value and Opposite Numbers Interactive Notebook Set - FREE

Your students will enjoy learning about absolute value and opposites as a part of their study of integers and the rational number system with this interactive notebook set! This set includes real-world examples and practice for absolute value and opposites using models, number lines, and a game. What is included?Absolute Value NotesOpposite Numbers NotesNotebook Game5-question QuizFull answer keyThis interactive notebook set is a sample of the Rational Number System Interactive Notebook Set th
Preview of Interactive Notebook Starter Set | 5th Grade Math FREE

Interactive Notebook Starter Set | 5th Grade Math FREE

Are you going to be using interactive math notebooks and you don't know quite how to get it all organized? This FREE set of organization materials for 5th grade math TEKS classrooms will help you put it all together. This set includes: Table of Contents BookletTEKS Tabs Blank TabsNotebook Pockets Student Reference BookletNotebook GuidelinesThe TEKS Tabs can be used to separate all of your teaching units. They have student friendly TEKS, vocabulary, and "I can" learning statements for all of the
Preview of Integers with Algebra Tiles Center Game

Integers with Algebra Tiles Center Game

The game "Integer Line Up" uses algebra tile models to practice creating zero pairs, identifying the values of models, and absolute values. This math center game is a part of the Integer Unit Bundle. This bundle includes math centers, games, interactive notebook materials, a guided math lesson, and printable algebra tiles and work mat! Praise for the Integer Unit Bundle: "If you work with integers, this is a MUST OWN! Interactive tactical way to teach..." --Buyer Joeleen S. Integers Resourc
Preview of Place Value Pre-Assessment for 4th Grade | Free

Place Value Pre-Assessment for 4th Grade | Free

Teach smart by pre-assessing your 4th graders place value knowledge, it's a great idea to see if your students have the foundation of 3rd grade place value already formed. Use this pre-assessment to check what prior knowledge your 4th graders already have about the base 10 place value system. This pre-assessment is JUST THE BEGINNING, both literally and figuratively, of your Place Value Unit. Grab the resources you need to complete your lessons with notes, activities, STAAR style mini quizzes
Preview of Financial Literacy | TEKS 5.10ABE&F Review | EDITABLE | FREE

Financial Literacy | TEKS 5.10ABE&F Review | EDITABLE | FREE

Review TEKS 5.10A, 5.10B, 5.10E and TEKS 5.10F about 5th grade personal financial literacy with this 20 question task card set. The questions have been carefully researched to give them a similarity to the STAAR assessment while providing novel question experiences. If you are interested in more TEKS based task cards for your 5th grade math classroom, you will want to check out the rest of the sets! CLICK HEREThis free set includes: 14 multiple choice questions2 numeric response questions (gri
Preview of Math Interactive Notebook Starter Set | EDITABLE

Math Interactive Notebook Starter Set | EDITABLE

Are you going to be using interactive math notebooks and you don't know quite how to get it all organized? This FREE set of organization materials for math classrooms will help you put it all together. This set includes: Table of Contents BookletBlank Tabs (EDITABLE TEXT)Notebook Pockets (EDITABLE TITLE)Student Reference Booklet Notebook Guidelines (EDITABLE GUIDELINES)Use PowerPoint to add your own "I can" statements, vocabulary, and more to this editable resource. The formatting is done for
Preview of Box Plot Notes Flip Book | FREE

Box Plot Notes Flip Book | FREE

Teaching box plots can be tricky, but with this free box plots foldable notes page you can prepare an easy and engaging lesson for your students. This free notes set is print and go for you while also being easy to cut and put together for your students! When you need to teach the rest of your data and statistics unit to your students, check out these resources that are packed with diagrams and graphs. I've made the graphs, so you don't need to search for the perfect diagrams.=================
Preview of Grouping Symbols Interactive Notebook Set | Digital | Free

Grouping Symbols Interactive Notebook Set | Digital | Free

Introduce and practice using grouping symbols including parentheses, brackets, and braces with this engaging low prep interactive notebook set. All the included parts: an interactive mini book, practice activities, and formative assessment are designed to fit perfectly in your students' composition books or math journals. Aligned to Texas TEKS 5.4E and Common Core CCSS 5.OA.A.1 to meet your classroom needs! This is a free set of notebook materials, but I offer many more concepts in this same fo
Preview of 5th Grade Place Value Unit Pre-Test | TEKS Based | Free

5th Grade Place Value Unit Pre-Test | TEKS Based | Free

Check your students' knowledge with this free pre-assessment before beginning your fifth grade decimal place value unit. This pre test assesses all of the 4th grade TEKS that students need to know to be able to do well on the 5th grade place value TEKS. What's included?Teacher instructions3 pre-assessment formatsAnswer keyStudent performance recording sheetThere are three versions of the pre-assessment included:Traditional worksheet versionExit ticket versionDigital Easel Activities versionDown
Preview of 6th Grade Personal Financial Literacy Task Cards | Free | EDITABLE

6th Grade Personal Financial Literacy Task Cards | Free | EDITABLE

Review all of the tested 6th grade personal financial literacy TEKS with this 20-question task card set. That includes TEKS 6.14A, TEKS 6.14B, TEKS 6.14C, TEKS 6.14E, TEKS 6.14F, TEKS 6.14G, and TEKS 6.14H. This set includes questions about balancing a check register, methods of paying for college, credit reports, credit and debit cards, and the implications of education on earnings. Take a look! This resource is just a small part of the 420-question 6th Grade Task Card bundle. Get 400+ TEKS
Preview of Fractions Activities No Prep Worksheet Set FREE

Fractions Activities No Prep Worksheet Set FREE

Use this free fraction worksheet pair to practice writing equivalent fractions! This fun marbles themed worksheet uses set models to show equivalent fractions. You can get the whole pack of engaging and easy to use fraction worksheet practice here!In this free set you will download: A Whole Lot of Marbles is a hands on activity that lets students model equivalence of mixed numbers and improper fractions using jars of marbles. Students can count the marbles and jars to help them determine equiva
Preview of Ordering Fractions Game - Summer Freebie

Ordering Fractions Game - Summer Freebie

Practice ordering fractions with this free summer math themed center game. Summer is a great time to eat ice cream, but you have to be quick, or it will melt! In this game, students play cards that are less than the showing fraction and try to be the first one to play all of the cards. This is the Leaf and STEM Learning Summer Fraction Freebie! Enjoy the game and don't forget to check out my other fraction resources! Related Resources• Simplifying Fractions No Prep Centers• Pattern Blocks fo
Preview of Place Value Speaking Prompts | Distance Learning | FREE

Place Value Speaking Prompts | Distance Learning | FREE

Our students love to talk! Put that skill to good use with math speaking prompts to give your students the opportunity to share what they know about place value in a relevant way. Use these visually appealing prompts to get your students talking about place value using your favorite tool: Seesaw, Flipgrid, or Google Classroom. This resource is perfect to keep your English language learners engaged in active practice over a break!This FREE resource includes: 3 differentiate place value prompts
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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.