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Hi! I'm Jen and I love creating engaging, easy prep resources for PreK - 3rd grade students. In my store, you will find hundreds of resources that are play based (i.e. puzzles, crafts, etc.), support teachers in differentiating for a wide variety of students and promote positive and effective classroom management. Click the STAR under my store name to grab 50% off new products. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Jen spent 11 years as an elementary school teacher in the Chicagoland area and now create resources for teachers all over the country. As a busy mom of three (4yo, 6yo and 7yo), she loves hands on activities that teachers can differentiate for multiple needs, helping all teachers and students learn at their highest potential. In addition to being a classroom teacher, Jen has also had the privilege of teaching as an adjunct professor and student teacher supervisor at a local university. She is so happy you are here. Jen says, "It is an honor to support you and appreciate everything you do for your students, including my own children."
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Preview of Free November Lesson Plan Ideas, Thanksgiving Themed Activities List

Free November Lesson Plan Ideas, Thanksgiving Themed Activities List

These Free November Lesson Plan Ideas provide you with simple activities for math, literacy, writing, science, art, read alouds and more. This Thanksgiving Themed Activities List is designed to inspire and supplement your core curriculum. This Helpful Freebie Includes⭐️ 3-Week November Lesson Plans w/ suggested activities and ideas ⭐️ Editable Lesson Plans via Powerpoint ⭐️ Color and Black/White for easy printing The Best Part? Some freebie and resources have clickable links to take you straight
Preview of Glow and Grow Conference Form, Conference Reminder Slips and Sign In Sheet

Glow and Grow Conference Form, Conference Reminder Slips and Sign In Sheet

Get organized for conferences! Start with the sign up and Conference Sign In Sheet to track who attends. Send the Conference Reminder Slips home a few days before while you organize the Glow and Grow Conference Form for each student. Included are bonus teacher tips to ensure a smooth, efficient conference is experienced. What You Get1. Editable Sign Up and Sign In Forms 2. Editable Conference Reminder Forms 3. PDF Conference Reminder Forms 4. Editable Glow and Grow Templates 5. PDF Glow and Gro
Preview of How to Sit on the Carpet, Carpet Expectations Visual, Rug Rules Poster

How to Sit on the Carpet, Carpet Expectations Visual, Rug Rules Poster

Teaching "How to Sit on the Carpet" is simple with this quick download. Grab all 3 carpet expectations visual posters to show students their options. There is also a rug rules poster with all 3 sitting positions featured. What You Get1.How We Sit Poster 2. Mountain Poster 3. Criss Cross Poster 4. Mermaid Poster The Best Part? These come in color and black/white for even easier printing. Check out the PREVIEW for a closer look! ___________________________________ Copyright © Running Turtle Resour
Preview of Classroom Rewards Puzzles, Incentive Charts Students, Reward Charts Printable

Classroom Rewards Puzzles, Incentive Charts Students, Reward Charts Printable

Classroom Management made EASY! These Classroom Rewards Puzzles are easy to set up and motivating to students. The incentive charts for students allow for visual goal tracking and this set comes with 30 reward charts, printable year round! Grab them today for a simple and sweet management tool. 30 Reward Puzzles1.Silly Sock Day 2.Treasure Box 3.Volcanos! 4.Flashlight Day 5.No Homework 6.Class Picnic 7.Science Experiment 8.Lunch with the teacher 9.STEM Day 10.Popsicle Day 11.Ice Cream Day 12.Boar
Preview of Voice Volume Levels Visuals, Quiet Voice Visuals, Voice Levels Posters

Voice Volume Levels Visuals, Quiet Voice Visuals, Voice Levels Posters

These Voice Volume Levels Visuals are super helpful for little learners to understand how to use their voices for different activities. The quiet voice visuals feature animal comparisons and come in full voice levels posters (11x8.5) or quarter page mini posters. Grab them today for a simple and sweet management tool. What You Get- 5 11 x 8.5 Page Posters - 5 Quarter Page Mini Posters - 1-page Hand Out for Parents - Student Bookmarks The Best Part? These come in color and black/white for even ea
Preview of Morning Greeting Choices Posters, Greetings at the Door, Daily Door Greetings

Morning Greeting Choices Posters, Greetings at the Door, Daily Door Greetings

Welcome students each day with these Morning Greeting Choices Posters. Your greetings at the door let students know they are seen and important. Choose from 30 daily door greetings and 3 titles. Pop on your classroom door or on your front board or pocket chart for Morning Meeting. What You Get- 30 Visual Greeting Posters (8.5 x 11) - 30 Quarter Page Mini Posters - 3 Titles - Color and Black/White for easy printing ⭐️ Check out the PREVIEW for a closer look!___________________________________ Co
Preview of FREE Preschool & Kindergarten Graduation Program Checklist, End of Year Ideas

FREE Preschool & Kindergarten Graduation Program Checklist, End of Year Ideas

Add this Free Preschool & Kindergarten Graduation Program Checklist to your end of year ideas as you take the stress out of planning and enjoy this special ceremony with your students and their families. This checklist offers lots of ideas so you cover the necessary details without the overwhelm. ⭐️ This Freebie Includes ⭐️ - A 2-page checklist The Best Part? Interactive links offer additional resources to save you even more time and stress! Enjoy this special time, friend! More helpful Gradu
Preview of 100th Day of School Writing Craft, 100 Days Smarter, Winter Reflection 1st Grade

100th Day of School Writing Craft, 100 Days Smarter, Winter Reflection 1st Grade

Celebrate 100 days smarter with this 100th Day of School Writing Craft! This winter reflection works great for 1st and 2nd graders and has every template you need to brainstorm, draft, revise/edit and publish. Choose one of the 100th day sprinkle donut craft toppers to "sprinkle" published student work. Use the templates for a full week or a day. Lots to choose from to differentiate and celebrate! This Engaging Resource Includes:- 3 Brainstorming Templates - 7 Drafting Templates - 1 Revising/
Preview of Winter Whole Class Reward System, January Positive Behavior Chart

Winter Whole Class Reward System, January Positive Behavior Chart

Need to review positive behavior expectations in January? Returning from winter break can be tough but using a whole class reward system can help! These positive behavior incentive charts provide students with visual motivation to meet goals and work positively toward a productive classroom environment. How It Works- Print (and laminate for continued use) one of the 3 Incentive Charts. - Create a class goal/expectation. - Identify how you will celebrate when the goal is met. - As students dem
Preview of Christmas Whole Class Reward System, December Positive Behavior Chart

Christmas Whole Class Reward System, December Positive Behavior Chart

Need a Classroom Management Plan for December? Choose a Holiday Positive Behavior Chart from this Christmas set for an easy Whole Class Reward System. Set goals and establish classroom incentives for students to work toward. Watch your classroom community grows as students meet goals and positively contribute to their new environment. How It Works- Print (and laminate for continued use) one of the 2 Incentive Charts. - Create a class goal/expectation. - Identify how you will celebrate when
Preview of Halloween Whole Class Reward System, October Positive Behavior Chart

Halloween Whole Class Reward System, October Positive Behavior Chart

Need a Classroom Management Plan for Halloween? Choose a Positive Behavior Chart from this Halloween set for an easy Whole Class Reward System. Set goals and establish classroom incentives for students to work toward. Watch your classroom community grows as students meet goals and positively contribute to their new environment. How It Works- Print (and laminate for continued use) one of the 2 Incentive Charts. - Create a class goal/expectation. - Identify how you will celebrate when the goa
Preview of Behavior Chart Kindergarten, Student Behavior Log, Classroom Rewards Tracker

Behavior Chart Kindergarten, Student Behavior Log, Classroom Rewards Tracker

Need a effective Classroom Management Strategy? This Behavior Chart for Kindergarten, 1st grade and 2nd grade works great as a Classroom Rewards Tracker. Use as a whole class or as an individual student behavior log to set goals and establish positive incentives for students to work toward. Watch your classroom community grows as students meet goals and positively contribute to their new environment. How It Works- Print (and laminate for continued use) one of the 3 Incentive Charts. - Create a
Preview of Positive Behavior Chart for a Whole Class Rewards System Freebie

Positive Behavior Chart for a Whole Class Rewards System Freebie

Need a Classroom Management Plan? Try this Free Marble Jar Visual for an easy Whole Class Reward System that promotes positive behavior. Set goals and establish classroom incentives for students to work toward. Watch your classroom community grows as students meet goals and positively contribute to their new environment. How It Works- Print (and laminate for continued use) the Incentive Chart. - Create a class goal/expectation. - Identify how you will celebrate when the goal is met. - As s
Preview of Whole Class Reward Charts, Student Behavior Tracker, Weekly Behavior Sheet

Whole Class Reward Charts, Student Behavior Tracker, Weekly Behavior Sheet

This set of Whole Class Reward Charts is a lifesaver when it comes to classroom management. Simply set a common class goal on the weekly behavior sheet and use the charts as a student behavior tracker to monitor positive progress. The visuals are designed to motivate students to work together and promote positive behavior throughout your day so you can focus on teaching and learning. How It Works- Print (and laminate for continued use) one of the 3 Incentive Charts. - Create a class goal/expect
Preview of Free Name Tags Editable, Cubby Name Tags, Locker Name Tags, Rainbow Name Tags

Free Name Tags Editable, Cubby Name Tags, Locker Name Tags, Rainbow Name Tags

Free Name Tags that are editable? Yes, please! Use these rainbow name tags for cubby name tags, locker name tags, substitute tags and more! These Editable Name Tags fit nicely into plastic name badges. Perfect for your Back to School, Open House or Meet the Teacher Event.This No Prep Resource Includes- 4 Colorful Name Tag Designs - 1 Black/White Name Tag - Write In Name Tags - Editable Name Tags via PDF - Directions for Customizing Tags The Best Part? You can use these name tags so many ways!
Preview of Kindergarten Graduation Certificate, Preschool Certificate of Completion

Kindergarten Graduation Certificate, Preschool Certificate of Completion

This sweet Kindergarten Graduation Certificate and Preschool Certificate of Completion for the End of the Year are perfect for celebrating all that our students (and you!) have accomplished this year! Each Certificate of Completion can be edited and are available as a Preschool Graduation Certificate, TK, Kindergarten, and 1st - 5th grade. Perfect for your end of the year celebration Graduation Certificates AND Certificates of Promotion included for:- Pre-k - Preschool - TK - Kindergarten - Fir
Preview of Spring Whole Class Reward System, Positive Behavior Management Incentive Charts

Spring Whole Class Reward System, Positive Behavior Management Incentive Charts

Classroom Management is made easier this Spring with these printable Positive Behavior Incentive Charts. Fill one of the 6 charts to help enforce classroom rules and improve behavior management. Perfect for March, April and May! How It Works- Print (and laminate for continued use) one of the 6 Incentive Charts.- Create a class goal/expectation. - Identify how you will celebrate when the goal is met. - As students demonstrate the desired behavior, add a piece to the chart. This Helpful Resour
Preview of Whole Class Reward System, St Patrick's Day Positive Behavior Chart

Whole Class Reward System, St Patrick's Day Positive Behavior Chart

Classroom Management is made easier with these printable St. Patrick's Day Positive Behavior Incentive Charts. This Whole Class Reward System works by setting common goals and incentives. Then, fill the pot of gold, rainbow hearts or lucky charm cereal bowl to track positive progress. How It Works- Print (and laminate for continued use) one of the 3 Incentive Charts. - Create a class goal/expectation. - Identify how you will celebrate when the goal is met. - As students demonstrate the desire
Preview of Valentines Day Positive Behavior Incentive Charts, Whole Class Reward System

Valentines Day Positive Behavior Incentive Charts, Whole Class Reward System

Are you tired of chatty, off task behavior? Grab these Valentine's Day Incentive Charts to help sweeten your Classroom Behavior Management. This easy prep tool is perfect for building classroom community and promoting positive behavior. How It Works- Print (and laminate for continued use) one of the 3 Incentive Charts. - Create a class goal/expectation. - Identify how you will celebrate when the goal is met. - As students demonstrate the desired behavior, add a piece to the chart. This Helpf
Preview of Peanut Butter and Jelly Partners, Random Group Cards, Find a Friend Activity

Peanut Butter and Jelly Partners, Random Group Cards, Find a Friend Activity

From peanut butter and jelly partners to macaroni and cheese, these random group cards are a quick and easy to way to form pairs or small groups. Students can also use the food partner cards as a find a friend activity to ensure no one is left out. The 20 partner matching card pairs have saved teachers so much time in transitioning from one lesson to the next, as well as ensuring an inclusive classroom environment. This Effective Resource Includes:20 Food Card Pairs - Avocado and Toast- Bacon a
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Hi! I'm Jen and I love creating engaging, easy prep resources for PreK - 3rd grade students. In my store, you will find hundreds of resources that are play based (i.e. puzzles, crafts, etc.), support teachers in differentiating for a wide variety of students and promote positive and effective classroom management. Click the STAR under my store name to grab 50% off new products. ABOUT THE AUTHOR Jen spent 11 years as an elementary school teacher in the Chicagoland area and now create resources for teachers all over the country. As a busy mom of three (4yo, 6yo and 7yo), she loves hands on activities that teachers can differentiate for multiple needs, helping all teachers and students learn at their highest potential. In addition to being a classroom teacher, Jen has also had the privilege of teaching as an adjunct professor and student teacher supervisor at a local university. She is so happy you are here. Jen says, "It is an honor to support you and appreciate everything you do for your students, including my own children."

Teaching style

My teaching style is student centered. I want my students excited, engaged and challenged. While my classroom is definitely structured and organized, I strive to make learning natural and fun! Hands on learning and play based experiences are at the center of hundreds of the resources you will find in my store.

My own education history

University of Iowa (BA Elementary Education) DePaul University (MA Educational Leadership)