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I have been a Math educator since 1991, including nine years as a Curriculum Coordinator and three years as a school‑based Math Coach in a large urban district. I returned to the classroom in 2009 and have continued teaching middle school math ever since. I first earned my National Board Certification in Early Adolescent Mathematics in 2010 and renewed it in 2020 for another ten years. I specialize in creating standards‑aligned, classroom‑tested lessons, tasks, and activities designed to support deep understanding and make teaching more effective and enjoyable for both teachers and students.
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Preview of 7th Grade Math FULL YEAR Guided Notes **GROWING BUNDLE**

7th Grade Math FULL YEAR Guided Notes **GROWING BUNDLE**

Interactive • Scaffolded • Student‑Friendly • Print ReadyGive your students the clarity, structure, and confidence they need in 7th grade math — all year long. This Growing Bundle includes my full collection of guided notes sets for every major 7th grade math unit. Each set is designed with clean visuals, step‑by‑step modeling, and built‑in practice that supports all learners. As new units are completed, they will be added to this bundle — buy now and get all future additions for FREE. What’s
Preview of Simple Probability Guided Notes w/Practice | Experiment v. Theoret. & Predicting

Simple Probability Guided Notes w/Practice | Experiment v. Theoret. & Predicting

Help students build a strong foundation in probability with this clear, structured set of guided notes, examples, and practice problems. Designed for middle school math, this resource walks students through simple probability, complements, sample space, theoretical vs. experimental probability, and making predictions using proportions. Perfect for direct instruction, intervention, or independent practice. Topics Included:Simple probability & sample spaceProbability as a ratioComplement o
Preview of Height Comparisons - Using Desmos Box Plots & Histograms to Compare 2 Data Sets

Height Comparisons - Using Desmos Box Plots & Histograms to Compare 2 Data Sets

Help your students build real-world data analysis skills with this engaging Height Comparisons: Histograms & Box Plots activity using Desmos. Perfect for 7th grade statistics, this task guides students through collecting class height data, graphing it digitally, and comparing it to the heights of a professional sports team. Students practice interpreting histograms, box plots, measures of variability, and distribution shapes—all while using authentic, meaningful data. What’s IncludedStuden
Preview of Finding Slope from Graphs, Two Points, and Tables - Mystery Pixels Love Birds

Finding Slope from Graphs, Two Points, and Tables - Mystery Pixels Love Birds

Give your students engaging and meaningful practice with this Finding Slope from Graphs, Points, and Tables Mystery Pixels activity! This self‑checking math task helps students build confidence with linear relationships while revealing a fun Love Birds mystery picture as they answer each question correctly. Perfect for 8th grade math, Algebra 1 review, intervention, or independent practice, this resource includes both digital Mystery Pixels and printable task cards, making it easy to use
Preview of Circles, Volume, and Surface Area Guided Notes for Middle School Math

Circles, Volume, and Surface Area Guided Notes for Middle School Math

Support your students with this clear, structured set of guided notes covering circles, volume of prisms and pyramids, and surface area. These notes help students stay focused on essential vocabulary and formulas while reducing writing fatigue and boosting comprehension. Perfect for middle school math, intervention, special education, and ELL support. ⭐ What’s IncludedGuided Notes for all topicsFull Answer Key for ALL notesExample practice tasksHelpful diagrams & visuals⭐ Why Teachers L
Preview of 7th Grade Integer Operations Study Guide & Test Review | Foldable Review Booklet

7th Grade Integer Operations Study Guide & Test Review | Foldable Review Booklet

Help your students build confidence with integer operations using this engaging, student‑created study guide and test review booklet. Designed specifically for 7th grade math, this resource supports students as they review adding integers, subtracting integers, multiplying and dividing integers, absolute value, making zero, and order of operations — all aligned to middle‑school standards. Students complete the foldable study guide using their notes, then apply their learning on the inclu
Preview of Using Unit Rates & Proportional Reasoning - A Collaborative Problem Solving Task

Using Unit Rates & Proportional Reasoning - A Collaborative Problem Solving Task

This task is called Rescue the Party! – Unit Rates & Proportional Reasoning Collaborative Task – a real-world way to engage your students in unit rates and proportional reasoning. This collaborative math task is designed to get students working together while practicing essential problem-solving skills. What’s Included:Student Task Sheets: Scaffolded directions guide learners through calculating unit rates, comparing store options, and determining total costs.Answer Key: Complete solutions with
Preview of Brain Break Coloring Pages - VALENTINE'S DAY Themed - ALL GRADE LEVELS

Brain Break Coloring Pages - VALENTINE'S DAY Themed - ALL GRADE LEVELS

Looking for a quick, low-prep way to give your students a refreshing brain break during the busy month of February? This resource combines coloring and a fun Valentine's Day themed puzzle to help learners reset, refocus, and recharge—all while keeping engagement high. What’s Included:Page 1 – Valentine's Day Themed Coloring Sheet Page 2 – Puzzle + Coloring (How to get the three heartbroken creatures across the river?) Teacher Answer Key with the puzzle solution Why You Will Love It:Brain breaks
Preview of Brain Break Coloring Pages - Winter Themed - ALL GRADE LEVELS

Brain Break Coloring Pages - Winter Themed - ALL GRADE LEVELS

Looking for a quick, low-prep way to give your students a refreshing brain break during the busy winter season? This resource combines coloring and a fun winter puzzle to help learners reset, refocus, and recharge—all while keeping engagement high. What’s Included: Page 1 – Winter Themed Coloring Sheet Page 2 – Puzzle + Coloring (How many squares can your students find?) Teacher Answer Key with the puzzle solution (14 total squares: 9 small, 4 medium, 1 large) Why You Will Love It: Brain breaks
Preview of Brain Break Coloring Pages - Hockey Themed - ALL GRADE LEVELS

Brain Break Coloring Pages - Hockey Themed - ALL GRADE LEVELS

Looking for a quick, low-prep way to give your students a refreshing brain break during the busy winter season? This resource combines coloring and a fun hockey themed puzzle to help learners reset, refocus, and recharge—all while keeping engagement high. What’s Included: Page 1 – Hockey Themed Coloring Sheet Page 2 – Puzzle + Coloring (How many handshakes will there be?) Teacher Answer Key with the puzzle solution Why You Will Love It: Brain breaks improve focus and performance by preventing me
Preview of Brain Break Coloring Pages - Football Themed - ALL GRADE LEVELS

Brain Break Coloring Pages - Football Themed - ALL GRADE LEVELS

Looking for a quick, low-prep way to give your students a refreshing brain break during the busy winter season? This resource combines coloring and a fun football themed puzzle to help learners reset, refocus, and recharge—all while keeping engagement high. What’s Included: Page 1 – Football Themed Coloring Sheet Page 2 – Puzzle + Coloring (How many people vs how many puppies?) Teacher Answer Key with the puzzle solution Why You Will Love It: Brain breaks improve focus and performance by prevent
Preview of Function, Maybe? - A Collaborative Sorting Task - Functions vs. Not Functions

Function, Maybe? - A Collaborative Sorting Task - Functions vs. Not Functions

Help your students truly understand what makes a relation a function with this hands‑on, discussion‑driven sorting activity. Function, Maybe? is designed to be used multiple times throughout your Functions unit so students can revisit, revise, and deepen their understanding as they learn. This resource encourages mathematical discourse, productive struggle, and collaborative reasoning — all while giving you meaningful insight into student thinking. What’s Included12 Function/Not Function sorti
Preview of Proportion Sort

Proportion Sort

Help your students master proportional relationships with this hands‑on Proportion Sort Collaborative Task. Students analyze tables, graphs, and real‑world descriptions to determine whether relationships are proportional or not. They calculate unit rates, justify their reasoning, and engage in meaningful mathematical discourse. This resource is perfect for 7th grade math, intervention groups, stations, partner work, or reteaching proportional reasoning. What’s Included:Multi‑representation p
Preview of Mystery Pixel Integer Word Problems Adding Integers Task Cards (2 Versions)

Mystery Pixel Integer Word Problems Adding Integers Task Cards (2 Versions)

Give your students engaging practice with integer word problems using this differentiated set of adding integers task cards — available as printable task cards and digital self‑checking Mystery Pixel formats. Perfect for warm‑ups, centers, small‑group instruction, or independent practice. What’s Included:Version A (Standard Level) 10 multi‑step integer word problems • Printable task cards • Digital Mystery Pixel activity • Answer keyVersion B (Simplified Level) 10 one‑step integer word probl
Preview of Two-Minute Drills #1-4

Two-Minute Drills #1-4

Build speed, accuracy, and confidence with these Two‑Minute Drill warm‑ups designed to review essential math skills in just a few minutes a day. Each drill includes a mix of multiplication by powers of ten, addition, equivalent forms, factors, multiples, reducing fractions, odd/even identification, and graphing tasks—all without a calculator. Perfect for bell‑ringers, warm‑ups, intervention, test prep, or quick skill checks, these drills help students strengthen foundational fluency while giv
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I have been a Math educator since 1991, including nine years as a Curriculum Coordinator and three years as a school‑based Math Coach in a large urban district. I returned to the classroom in 2009 and have continued teaching middle school math ever since. I first earned my National Board Certification in Early Adolescent Mathematics in 2010 and renewed it in 2020 for another ten years. I specialize in creating standards‑aligned, classroom‑tested lessons, tasks, and activities designed to support deep understanding and make teaching more effective and enjoyable for both teachers and students.

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National Board Certified - Early Adolescent Mathematics