I taught 3rd grade for six years in Baltimore County and have taught 4th grade in Montgomery County for six years I have my Master's degree in technology and have always enjoyed creating my own worksheets and activities.
In this fun and creative social studies project, students will step into the role of an advertiser to create their very own cereal brand! I use this project with my third-grade students, and it’s always a class favorite! After planning their ideas, students bring in an actual cereal box and transform it into their final product using their designs and creativity. The project also includes a helpful checklist to guide students through each step and keep them on track. It’s a perfect blend of
Brain Teaser Packet – 34 Weekly Problem of the Week Challenges with Answer KeyLooking for a fun and challenging way to stretch your students’ thinking? This 34-page brain teaser packet is perfect for building critical thinking, problem-solving, and perseverance! Use one each week as a Problem of the Week—a routine my students love and look forward to. Each teaser encourages creative thinking and can be used as morning work, early finisher activities, or a weekly class challenge. Perfect for up
PAPERLESS BRAIN TEASERS FOR GOOGLE DRIVE
Wanting to move towards a paperless classroom? Imagine using your time to plan effective lessons instead of printing, cutting, laminating, and organizing activities for early finishers! With this file you will be able to share directly with your students through your Google Classroom without ever having to hand out any paper!
Contents of this set include:
-125 slides
-Problems vary in difficulty
-Sudoku
-Logic puzzles
-NRICH word problems
-Picture/visua
This worksheet helps students understand the difference between singular and plural possessive nouns. It begins with clear definitions and examples to guide their learning. Then, students will apply what they've learned by looking at pictures and writing the correct singular or plural possessive noun to match. It’s a fun and visual way to reinforce an important grammar skill!
Finding the Titanic Reading Packet – Before, During, and After Reading Strategies (4 Pages)This engaging 4-page packet is designed to accompany Finding the Titanic by Robert Ballard. It guides students through before, during, and after reading strategies that build comprehension and critical thinking skills. Perfect for small group instruction, guided reading, or independent practice!
This is a unit on idioms that I did with my third grade class for American Education Week. It is 20 pages, but I will briefly explain them below.
Page 1- What is an idiom? Literal and figurative meaning.
Page 2- A silly story with idioms throughout to being the lesson.
Page 3- Teacher directed worksheet
Pages 4-13- Student made pictures of the literal meaning of idioms. I also included the figurative meaning and a sentence. I cut these apart and laminated. It was a great matching activit
This 36 page resource will help your students explore diverse Native American cultures. While focusing on Native American shelters, the different tribes and areas are introduced. Your students will learn about the Northwest Coast, Southwest, California-Intermountain, Great Plains, and Eastern Woodlands.
This is a wonderful resource to help students learn to estimate fractions on a number line.
Teacher Preparation:
Cut out and laminate fish bowls and fish.
Make copies of the fraction number line for students to use during the activity.
Students will estimate whether each fraction is closer to 0, 1/2, or 1.
Superfudge by Judy Blume – Chapters 1–4 Comprehension Pack (14 Pages)This 14-page resource is the perfect companion for the first four chapters of Superfudge by Judy Blume. Each chapter includes: ✔️ A clear and concise summary ✔️ Targeted comprehension questions to reinforce understanding and spark discussion Great for guided reading groups, literature circles, or independent work, this resource helps students stay engaged and think critically as they read. Perfect for upper elementary class
Fall Simile Poems – Writing Activity & Display IdeaThis seasonal writing activity is a fun and creative way to introduce similes! The worksheet includes examples of fall-themed simile poems and provides space for students to brainstorm and write their own. I love using this activity in the fall—after completing the worksheet, students write their final poems on leaf-shaped cutouts made from construction paper. It makes a beautiful and festive hallway display that showcases both creativity and
This document explains birthday tradtions from around the world. Different cultures and traditions are explored, including America, Russia, Korea, China, Germany, and Africa. Information on how birthdays are celebrated in different countries are explained.
Students are introduced to comparing and contrasting. They will use a Venn diagram included and other helpful organizers.
This activity is one of my favorite ways to wrap up the school year! It gives students a chance to reflect on everything they’ve learned, the memories they’ve made, and the growth they’ve experienced throughout our time together. I always look forward to reading their honest (and often hilarious) thoughts about our class, as well as the thoughtful advice they leave behind for the next group of students. It’s a meaningful way to celebrate our classroom community while giving incoming students a l
Fun October book report!
This book report includes everything a teacher needs. Students will create a Story Skeleton on any mystery chapter book. They will tell about the body of the story you read this month. Put together a skeletonish mobile to use in your story presentation. The first page is a student worksheet to send home that explains the project. The second page explains each section of the project. The third page is an example of the story skeleton. The last page is a teacher gra
I have included 45 labels for book bins for an elementary classroom library. Different genres, authors, and series are included. Look at preview to see all labels. Enjoy!
Common and Proper Nouns Worksheet – 2 Pages of Practice & EditingThis two-page worksheet provides focused practice on distinguishing between common and proper nouns: The first worksheet has two sections. The first section has common nouns (teacher, planet) and the students have to write proper nouns. The second section has proper nouns (January, Walmart) and students have to write the common now. The second page has sentences that students have to edit for proper nouns. Perfect for reinforci
Adorable back to school must have! These fun chevron name plates are easy to use! Simply edit, print, and laminate for durability.
Nameplates are 3.5" by 10.5" and come two per page. The font is KG Eyes Wide Open.
This division units is 19 pages long and includes the following items:
Page 1- cover page
Pages 2 and 3- division as repeated subtraction
Page 4- division vocabulary
Page 5- relating multiplication and division
Page 6- fact families
Pages 7 to 10- division word problems
Page 11 and 12- division review
Pages 13 to 19- division assessment
This is a 36 page novel guide for The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, by L. Frank Baum.
Page 1- Cover page
Pages 2 to 3- Characteristics of a fairy tale
Page 4- Chapters 1 to 3 summary
Pages 5 to 11- Chapter summaries
Page 12- Comprehension questions
Pages 13 to 14- Character analysis of the Cowardly Lion
Page 15- Novel vs. movie
Pages 16 to 19- Vocabulary homework and tests
Pages 20 to 22- Questions from novel with page numbers
Pages 23 to 36- Acrostic poems for each character
3rd - 8th
English Language Arts, Reading, Reading Strategies
This is a 26 slide interactive whiteboard activity on idoms. Students will naviage through this activity and be able to recognize and understand the meanings of idioms.
It was made through Mimio so it is an INK file, but will work on any interactive software. I also have an idioms lesson on my TpT account to go with it.
This is a 12 page resource on chapters 5 to 8 of Superfudge, by Judy Blume. Each chapter has a summary and comprehension questions that go along with it.
2nd - 6th
English Language Arts, Reading
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Experience
I taught 3rd grade for six years in Baltimore County and have taught 4th grade in Montgomery County for six years I have my Master's degree in technology and have always enjoyed creating my own worksheets and activities.
Teaching style
I am very hands on with my students and love implementing creative and engaging activities. I try to create a warm classroom environment where my students feel comfortable and confident.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Baltimore County Teacher of the Year nominee, 2012
My own education history
I received my bachelor's degree in elementary education from Towson University. I attended Goucher College to pursue my Master's in Technology degree and my 30+ hours.
Additional biographical information
I am from Frederick, MD and have a one year old son named Carter. I come from a big family and have three brothers, two sisters, and 16 nieces and nephews.
I am in my thirteenth year of teaching and truly love going to work every day!
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