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Thank you for stopping by! The resources I create are designed to actively engage students learning computer applications, technology, STEM and beyond. The lessons and activities include Google Apps, Microsoft Office apps, computer and technology basics, intermediate and advanced, STEM, keyboarding and escape rooms. Each lesson/activity is complete and ready to assign to your students. While some lessons are editable, the lesson itself is ready to go with little to no prep by the teacher. I have been teaching Computer Education and Technology to grades K-8 and higher education for over 20 years. My experience also includes creating computer training manuals for faculty and staff at a community college.
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Preview of 2D & 3D Shapes Using Marshmallows & Toothpicks Task Cards STEM Activity

2D & 3D Shapes Using Marshmallows & Toothpicks Task Cards STEM Activity

In this fun, hands-on STEM activity, students become builders! Using toothpicks as edges and marshmallows as vertices (corners), they will build flat ( 2D) shapes and then move onto 3D shapes. Students will see how shapes are put together and why some are stronger than others. What This Activity Teaches:Learning by Touching: Instead of just looking at pictures, students can hold the shapes. They can feel the corners and see how the sides connect.Seeing Strength: Students learn which shapes are
Preview of Unplugged Technology Vocabulary Word Terms Word Searches Distance Learning

Unplugged Technology Vocabulary Word Terms Word Searches Distance Learning

A fun, unplugged activity for students to learn technology vocabulary. Great for early finishers, unplugged distance learning, sub lessons, bell ringers, and when the Internet is down. 10 Word Searches:HardwareInternetEmailInternetApplicationsWord ProcessingSpreadsheetsPresentationGeneral TechnologyCodingAnswer Keys IncludedStudents might also Enjoy: Technology Scavenger Hunts Distance LearningComputers & Computer Parts Labeling, Sorting & Binary Code
Preview of Unplugged Technology Crack the Binary Code My Name in Binary Code

Unplugged Technology Crack the Binary Code My Name in Binary Code

No Prep, Unplugged Activities to teach students Binary Code. Fun activities include student’s first and last name, their birthday, and students will solve 4 riddles. Students will learn uppercase, lowercase and numbers in Binary Code. Includes a Wall Display “Our Class Can Write in Binary Code” with 5 different color computers for students to code their name. Crack the Binary Code Riddles are perfect for non-technology days, bell ringers, sub activities, early finishers, or end of the day activi
Preview of Planet Report-Solar System Digital Graphic Organizer GooglePPT Distance Learning

Planet Report-Solar System Digital Graphic Organizer GooglePPT Distance Learning

Save paper and go digital with this graphic organizer. Students love using technology and you will love the no prep. Ready for you to share with your students so they can chose a planet and complete the required information and add their own pictures or clipart. Completely editable if you wish to change the required information. Students will do all of their research using the Internet and/or print materials. There are optional suggested websites for you to share with students if desired. Great
Preview of A-Z Google Technology Matching Task Cards

A-Z Google Technology Matching Task Cards

LOW PREP! Use this A-Z Google Technology Matching Task Cards activity to teach and reinforce 26 technology icons, buttons, etc. Students will match the icon/button/item to the word. Uses: Unplugged Computer LabClassroomsSub ActivitiesEarly FinishersCentersMedia/LibraryTeacher Prep:Print task cards.Laminate if you care to.Cut using a paper cutter.Students might also Enjoy: Past, Present & Future Technology BingoComputer Icons Digital Interactive PDFParts of the Computer Digital Activities
Preview of Basic Technology & Computer Icons Coloring Pages | Google Icons | Microsoft Icon

Basic Technology & Computer Icons Coloring Pages | Google Icons | Microsoft Icon

These coloring pages are to help teach and reinforce your students knowledge on 53 basic basic need-to-know Technology & Computer Icons. This set includes basic icons for both Google and Microsoft users with a few pages that are specific to just Google or Microsoft. Please Note: There are a few pages which appear to be duplicates because of the differences in Google Apps and Microsoft Office. For example, the charging battery icon and the more icon.This pairs perfectly with Basic Technology &
Preview of A-Z Technology Matching Task Cards

A-Z Technology Matching Task Cards

LOW PREP! Use this A-Z Technology Matching Task Cards activity to teach and reinforce 26 technology icons, buttons, etc. Students will match the icon/button/item to the word. Uses: Unplugged Computer LabClassroomsSub ActivitiesEarly FinishersCentersMedia/LibraryTeacher Prep:Print task cards.Laminate if you care to.Cut using a paper cutter.Students might also Enjoy: Past, Present & Future Technology BingoParts of the Computer Digital Activities
Preview of Past & Present Technology  Word Searches Unplugged Activities Distance Learning

Past & Present Technology Word Searches Unplugged Activities Distance Learning

A fun, unplugged activity for students to learn about past and present technology. Great for early finishers, unplugged distance learning, sub lessons, bell ringers, and when the Internet is down. Print and use as an unplugged activity or assign using TPT Easel. 3 Word Searches with 12 or more words per Word Search with clipart pictures. Answer Keys Included Students might also Enjoy: Past & Present Technology CodingPast & Present Technology BingoTechnology Scavenger Hunts Distance LearningCompu
Preview of Famous Landmarks Task Cards STEM Activity & Presentation

Famous Landmarks Task Cards STEM Activity & Presentation

This Famous Landmarks STEM activity is ideal for students in younger grades to learn about and build 16 landmarks. Includes a 100% TEXT EDITABLE and MOST images are editable, full color Animated Google Slides presentation (downloads in Google Slides and works perfectly in PowerPoint) to introduce the activity. Show the landmark to students, ask them to name it, click and the landmark name appears. Includes a slide to edit STEM materials and STEM Reflection questions after the activity. We used s
Preview of Computer Parts Digital Interactive PDF

Computer Parts Digital Interactive PDF

NO PREP and 100% Digital! Use this Computer Parts Digital Interactive PDF Activity to teach and reinforce 26 of the most popular Computer Parts. A great activity to introduce your students in grades PREK-1 to computer parts while practicing counting. Students will see the spelling of a computer part AND the computer part picture. Students will need to recognize and count how many of the given computer part. Students receive feedback of “Yes” and move on to the next computer part or receive a “No
Preview of Measuring Length Measurement Digital Interactive Activity Grades K-1

Measuring Length Measurement Digital Interactive Activity Grades K-1

UPDATED 4/25/24 Chrome Browser no longer easily supports Interactive PDF files, so I have replaced the file with an Interactive Google Slides activity. Students will need NO PREP! Use this Measuring in Inches Digital Interactive Activity as a supplement or introduction to measuring in inches (whole numbers only) for students in Grades K-1. Includes 53 items for students to measure. Students must answer correctly before moving to the next page. Technology Standards:1.c Use technology to seek
Preview of STEM Vocabulary Words Matching Task Cards | STEM Words Matching Task Cards

STEM Vocabulary Words Matching Task Cards | STEM Words Matching Task Cards

Add these 28 STEM Vocabulary Matching Task Cards to your STEM classroom. Ideal for students in grades 3 and up to help students learn and recognize 28 basic STEM vocabulary words as students match the definition with the word. Each card as an image with the definition. Great at the beginning of the year, early finishers, etc. Teacher Prep: Print, Laminate (optional), Cut and the Matching Task Cards are ready for your students. Matching Task Cards Include:Science TechnologyEngineeringMathAskImagi
Preview of Digital Notebook Template - Student Digital Notebook - Google Drive - One Drive

Digital Notebook Template - Student Digital Notebook - Google Drive - One Drive

Students will love taking class notes and staying on task with this digital notebook. Five subject colors (colors not editable) in which students just insert more pages as they need them. Simple design template for students to take notes in class. All subject titles are editable and includes stickers for students to add a subject icon to the pages. Includes a Monday-Friday page and an important sticky note page for students to type notes and stay on task. This digital notebook is intended for
Preview of New Year's Goals - New Year's Resolutions Graphic Organizer

New Year's Goals - New Year's Resolutions Graphic Organizer

Welcome the New Year with these 100% Digital Graphic Organizers for students in Grades 2-5. Colorful Graphic Organizers for New Year’s Goals AND New Year’s Resolutions. The Goals Graphic Organizer includes both an Individual organizer AND a Class Organizer if you want your students to share. New Year's Resolutions are started for students to complete.
Preview of Titanic Task Cards

Titanic Task Cards

Students will tell the story of the Titanic! These Task Cards are in chronological order telling the story of the Titanic from when it was built, the maiden voyage, the sinking, and finally who discovered it and where. Loaded with facts about the Titanic. Each Task Card asks for a picture to match the Card. Includes detailed answers. Also Available Titanic Passenger Cards: Titanic - A Class Project
Preview of Christmas Word Problems - Task Cards

Christmas Word Problems - Task Cards

Christmas Word Problem Task Cards - 16 Cards A variety of adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing task cards. A few word problems have multi step answers. Includes: 16 Task Cards Student Answer Printable Answer Key More Christmas Activities: Christmas Internet Scavenger HuntChristmas Writing ActivityChristmas Gift Certificates & Gift Tags for Google Docs
Preview of Kidspiration - Food Groups

Kidspiration - Food Groups

Use Kidspiration to learn about the various food groups. Includes Teacher's Instruction Guide.
Preview of Chinese New Year Word Search Puzzle

Chinese New Year Word Search Puzzle

Great addition to your Chinese New Year unit! Printable or use as an Interactive PDF. This challenging word search puzzle contains 25 Chinese New Year vocabulary words. Use for early finishers or a fun activity. Words Used in Word Search: Celebration Dragon Dumplings Envelopes Family Fireworks Horse Lantern Lights Lucky Lunar Money Monkey New Year Noodles Oranges Ox Pig Rabbit Red Rooster Spring Spring Rolls Tiger Zodiac Studens might also enjoy more Chinese New Year Activities: Chinese New Year
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Experience

Thank you for stopping by! The resources I create are designed to actively engage students learning computer applications, technology, STEM and beyond. The lessons and activities include Google Apps, Microsoft Office apps, computer and technology basics, intermediate and advanced, STEM, keyboarding and escape rooms. Each lesson/activity is complete and ready to assign to your students. While some lessons are editable, the lesson itself is ready to go with little to no prep by the teacher. I have been teaching Computer Education and Technology to grades K-8 and higher education for over 20 years. My experience also includes creating computer training manuals for faculty and staff at a community college.

Teaching style

Computer and technology hands on, interactive, engaging lessons while incorporating activities that interest each student's grade level. I also try to incorporate as much "Real Life" lessons as much as possible. My students must approve the lessons that I put on TPT. Lessons have been "proven" by my students by keeping students engaged, interested, and overall enjoying the lessons - thus the name "Proven Computer Lessons"