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Hi there, and welcome to Lightning Bug Learning! I’ve been in the education field for nearly 13 years, with 10 of those spent in the classroom as a 5th-grade teacher, special education teacher, and now as a private tutor. I chose the name "Lightning Bug Learning" because I love seeing students’ eyes light up when something finally clicks—just like a glowing lightning bug!
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Forces and Motion NGSS Unit Packet (3-PS2) - Hands on, Engineering Style Science
Transform your science block into a high energo, build it, test it, redesign it adventure! This NGSS aligned forces and motion unit packet brings the excitement of CrunchLabs style engineering straight into your classroom. Students don’t just learn about forces they use them, test them, graph them, and build real prototypes that show motion in action. Designed for busy teachers who want rigors science without the prep overload, this packet includes everything you need for a full 10 day unit: le
2nd - 4th
Engineering, General Science, Other (Science)
NGSS
3-PS2-1
, 3-PS2-3
, 3-PS2-2
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ABC Yoga
This creative alphabet-themed yoga sequence three day lesson plan makes learning fun and engaging, especially for children. Each letter is associated with a unique pose that encourages movement and imagination, blending physical activity with playful storytelling. The Airplane Pose invites kids to "fly" with arms outstretched, fostering balance and coordination. Meanwhile, the Butterfly Pose encourages gentle stretching and creativity as children "flap their wings." The sequence not only promote
PreK - 1st
Other (ELA), Reading
Summer Rhyming
With the summer rhyming activity, you have plenty of options to make learning fun and flexible. Consider printing and laminating it to create handy task boxes, using it interactively on a smart board, or engaging one-on-one or in small groups with students for a more personal touch.
PreK - 2nd
Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading, Spelling
Beach Ball Number Match
The **Beach Ball Number Match** is a fun and interactive activity where students practice matching numbers to corresponding quantities. Each child is given a colorful beach ball template with numbers written inside various shapes. Using small stickers or foam pieces, they count and place the correct number of items on each section of the beach ball. This activity reinforces number recognition, counting skills, and shape identification in a playful beach-themed context. It’s an engaging way to co
PreK - K
Numbers, Other (Math)
Summer Sentence Segmenting/Numeracy activity
This activity combines language and math skills to help students break sentences into individual words while practicing counting. Students start by repeating sentences and then segmenting them slowly, adding counters for each word on a sentence strip. They then work collaboratively with the teacher and peers to reinforce the process through guided practice. For the math connection, students count the total number of words in their sentence and solve simple math problems based on their count. Thi
PreK - 1st
Other (ELA), Reading
b and d practice packet
This "b and d" practice packet is perfect for helping early learners distinguish between these tricky letters. It includes fun and engaging activities that make learning exciting. With this resource, your students will build confidence while mastering the difference between "b" and "d."
PreK - 2nd
Other (ELA), Reading
Elementary Reading Progress Monitoring Form
This reading Progress Monitoring Form is like a treasure map for your child’s literacy skills, helping us find all the hidden gems (and maybe a few spots where we need to dig a little deeper). It guides us in tracking important areas like phonics, fluency, and even writing. But wait, there’s more! To make this process more parent-friendly, we’ve added a **Parent Cheat Sheet** to the mix. Think of it as your decoder ring for education jargon! It breaks down what we’re looking at during assessment
K - 3rd
Other (ELA), Reading
CVC words lesson plan
The CVC Lesson Plan focuses on building foundational reading skills by introducing students to simple three-letter words that follow the consonant-vowel-consonant pattern. Through engaging, hands-on activities, students will practice blending individual sounds (phonemes) to form whole words, enhancing their phonemic awareness and decoding abilities. This lesson incorporates a variety of teaching methods, including interactive phonics games, visual aids, and guided practice, ensuring that learnin
PreK - 1st
English Language Arts, Reading
Simple Reading Fluency Lesson Plan
This reading fluency lesson plan is designed for quick implementation and ease of use. It provides clear, step-by-step guidance to help students improve their accuracy, speed, and expression. All materials and instructions are streamlined for efficiency, making it simple for educators to download and apply immediately. Perfect for busy classrooms, this plan ensures a smooth and effective learning experience.
K - 5th
Other (ELA), Reading, Reading Strategies
Nature Based Learning
Step into the great outdoors for an engaging and hands-on learning experience! This activity encourages children to connect with nature while exploring key concepts through movement, creativity, and curiosity. Participants will take part in activities like scavenger hunts, leaf rubbings, and mini-garden planting, fostering an appreciation for the natural world. They'll also engage in imaginative play, such as building tiny habitats or crafting nature-inspired art, which promotes critical thinkin
PreK - 5th
General Science, Science
We are going on a letter hunt!
Welcome to today's engaging and educational activity: the Letter Hunt! This exciting exercise aims to help students recognize both uppercase and lowercase letters, understand their phonetic sounds, and start associating them with words. Let's dive into the details of today's objective.
PreK - 1st
Other (ELA), Reading
Alphabet Flash Cards
A simple set of alphabet flash cards! Great to pair with "Going on a letter hunt" activity!
PreK - 1st
Other (ELA), Reading
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About the store
Experience
Hi there, and welcome to Lightning Bug Learning! I’ve been in the education field for nearly 13 years, with 10 of those spent in the classroom as a 5th-grade teacher, special education teacher, and now as a private tutor. I chose the name "Lightning Bug Learning" because I love seeing students’ eyes light up when something finally clicks—just like a glowing lightning bug!
Teaching style
My teaching style is all about lighting the way for my students to thrive. I believe in combining rigor, engagement, and positive relationships to create a learning environment where sparks of understanding can truly shine. Just like lightning bugs glow their brightest when the conditions are right, I strive to challenge my students while keeping learning interactive, exciting, and meaningful. Building strong, trusting relationships is the foundation, allowing students to feel supported and confident as they explore and grow. Together, we create a classroom where curiosity glows and learning takes flight!
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