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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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Teacher Pregnancy Announcement and Maternity Leave BUNDLE, Substitute Binder
Congratulations!!! Let me make your teacher pregnancy announcement FUN and your maternity leave EASY so you can enjoy this special time in your life. This Substitute Binder has all the necessary information to keep your classroom organized while you are away. This HELPFUL Bundle Includes:***Teacher Pregnancy Announcement & Gender Reveal (PDF & An Activity using Google Slides for Distance Learning) Included:- Teacher Tips for using this resource on Google Slides (Great for remote learning!) - T
1st - 6th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Digital Thanksgiving Turkey Persuasive Writing with Google Slides TM
Save the Turkey! Or Not? This interactive digital resource with Google Slides™, is a fun and engaging way to practice Persuasive Writing and will become your NEW favorite tradition each November! This lesson is a great way to review the components of persuasive writing. It is also a great mini-project to display in your classroom or in the hallway during the month of November. How It WorksEvery year, I turn my students into "turkeys". They must persuade me, the farmer, to either eat them
2nd - 5th
Creative Writing
Digital Gratitude Journal Activity l Social Emotional Learning Writing Prompts
Need an easy, consistent way to incorporate Social Emotional Learning into your week? This Google Slides(TM) resource helps students focus on the positives in life during these uncertain times! Perfect for remote, distance learning or face to face instruction. SAVE 30% when you purchase the SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING BUNDLE! Click here to PREVIEW!This Helpful Resource Features- Includes cover page & monthly cover pages- Includes over 50 prompts; 5-6 prompts each month (1 prompt each week)- Organi
3rd - 6th
Character Education, Classroom Community, Writing
Digital Weekly Student Reflection
An activity with Google Slides makes this resource perfect for remote learning OR in person instruction. A PDF is also included if you want to PRINT & GO! This No-Prep resource includes 4 reflection templates for easy differentiation.- Form A: Designed for primary students or students who need more support in communicating how they feel about their school experiences.- Form B: Designed for students who are able to reflect but may need sentence stems to support their responses.- Form C: Des
2nd - 5th
Classroom Community, Writing
Digital Current Events Templates l Printable Current Event Templates Bundle
6 COMMON CORE Skills to help your students better understand *CURRENT EVENTS*!Includes1. No Prep, Print & Go PDF (Color & B/W) - Lines included for students to easily record answers. 2. Google Folder with Google Slides, PERFECT for DISTANCE LEARNING!- Text boxes included for students to type answers easily. This resource Includes Templates For:- Asking & Answering Questions (RI3.1, RI4.1, RI5.1)**1 page for 3rd grade and a differentiated page for 4th and 5th grade that extends to explicit and
3rd - 5th
English Language Arts, Reading Strategies, Social Studies
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.2
, RI.3.3
+15
Digital Current Events Templates l Distance Learning
6 COMMON CORE Skills to help your students better understand *CURRENT EVENTS*!An activity made with Google Slides and perfect for *DISTANCE LEARNING* or in classroom use! Text boxes are already in place so students can start working easily! This resource Includes Templates For:- Asking & Answering Questions (RI3.1, RI4.1, RI5.1) **1 slide for 3rd grade and a differentiated slide for 4th and 5th grade that extends to explicit and implicit questions- Main Idea + Supporting Details (RI3.2, RI4.2, R
3rd - 5th
Informational Text, Reading Strategies, Social Studies
CCSS
RI.3.1
, RI.3.2
, RI.3.3
+15
Digital Yearbook Templates
Want to integrate End of the Year Celebrations with Technology? Access these Digital Yearbook Slides for Google(TM) to create a personal project for the final weeks of school. Clean, clear and festive slides focus on your students and the experiences that made this year special! This Helpful Resource Includes: - Teacher Tips for using this resource- Using this Resource with Google Slides- Digital Yearbook Cover Page- "Our Class" page for your favorite class picture- "Student Slides"- 6 differen
PreK - 6th
Classroom Community, English Language Arts
Digital Social Emotional Learning Daily Weekly Reflection l Distance Learning
Need an easy way to CHECK IN with students each DAY? Whether you are in person, hybrid or remote learning, this resource helps teachers keep a pulse on how students are doing. Promoting kindness, happiness and social connections while distance learning! This resource is awesome for keeping your classroom connected!SAVE 30% when you purchase the SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING BUNDLE! Click here to PREVIEW!The Helpful Resource includes the following Google Slides:- Teacher Tips- Teacher Directio
1st - 6th
Character Education, Classroom Community, Writing
My Teacher is Having a Baby Pregnancy Announcement & Baby Gender Reveal Puzzle
"My Teacher is Having a Baby" Pregnancy Announcement Puzzle is the perfect way to share the exciting news with your class. Students can solve the pregnancy puzzle and/or the baby gender reveal puzzle. Just match the pictures to reveal the phrase! Students can also make baby predictions and track baby's growth. This FUN & Easy Resource Includes:- Teacher Pregnancy Announcement Puzzle "Your teacher is having a baby!" - Gender Reveal Puzzles (for baby boy or baby girl)- Gender Prediction Voting
1st - 5th
Classroom Community
Persuasive Writing Templates, Role Model of the Year, Mothers Day Project
Need Persuasive Writing Templates that are READY to GO?! This set takes students through the writing process as they nominate a loved one for "Role Model of the Year. Perfect as a Mothers Day Project or stand alone persuasive writing unit. This Common Core Aligned Resource Includes:- Teacher Tips for Easy Implementation - Brainstorming Resource -“Short & Sweet” 2-Page Persuasive Writing Template - 5 paragraph Persuasive Writing Template - Revising and Editing Checklist - Publishing Paper - C
2nd - 4th
English Language Arts, Writing
CCSS
W.2.1
, W.2.5
, W.3.1
+13
Also included in: Back to School Writing Workshop Starter Pack
Personal Narrative Writing Unit Templates l Printable and Digital via Google
Need an easy, ready to go writing unit to kick off BACK TO SCHOOL? This Personal Narrative Unit is already planned for you AND includes digital options! Get to know your students with these Personal Narrative Writing Templates. Common Core Aligned for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grade! Great for BACK TO SCHOOL! Save over 20% when you invest in the Writing Workshop Essentials Pack! Click HERE to SAVE!This mini-unit takes students through the process of writing a personal narrative about a small, yet sign
1st - 4th
English Language Arts, Writing
CCSS
W.2.3
, W.2.5
, W.3.3
+12
Also included in: Back to School Writing Workshop Starter Pack
Guided Reading Anecdotal Notes 3rd Grade Editable from Google Drive
5 Different Guided Reading Anecdotal Note Forms to help manage effective groupings and maintain student progress. This is customized and aligned for 3rd Grade!Includes- 3rd Grade Literature and Informational Text Common Core Standards on each Form for easy access! - 5 different forms for you to try and determine which works best!- Form A is best used for flexible guided reading groups that change on a day-to-day basis. - Form B is best used for weekly guided reading groups or groups set for a
3rd
Informational Text, Literature, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.3.1
, RL.3.2
, RL.3.3
+17
Classroom Job Application, Class Jobs Editable, Class Helpers, Class Job Chart
Help Wanted! This Classroom Job Application activity is the perfect way to turn students into class helpers. The class jobs are editable and the labels for the class job chart come with pictures for little learners to easily identify what is required for that job. How it WorksStudents complete the application for the job they want and are qualified for. Once jobs are chosen, use the classroom job cards to keep track of who is responsible. The Helpful Resource Includes :- Classroom Job Applicati
K - 3rd
Writing
Letter to Future Students, End of Year Writing, Letter of Advice, Dear Future
"Letter to Future Students" is my favorite end of y ear writing activity. Students start with "Dear Future _______" and write a letter of advice for next year's students. This activity encourages reflection, thoughtful letter writing skills and provides you with a sweet resource for Open House in the Fall or the First Day of School. This No Prep Resource Includes:- “Dear Future Kindergarteners” Letter Template - “Dear Future 1st Graders” Letter Template - “Dear Future 2nd Graders” Letter Templ
K - 5th
Classroom Community, Writing
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About the store
Experience
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)
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