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I am a 27-year veteran educator currently teaching in Kansas who has taught at every level from elementary to college. Most of my career has been spent teaching middle school, where I have taught Math, Social Studies, Reading, ELA, Journalism, Communications Media, and technology-focused electives. In addition to classroom teaching, I have extensive experience developing curriculum, designing instructional materials, and mentoring new teachers.
Beyond K–12, I have taught online and hybrid college courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including courses in Reading, Literacy, and Curriculum & Instruction. I have also created full online courses for universities looking to expand their digital offerings. My instructional experience spans traditional classrooms, digital learning environments, game-based learning, and hands-on project-based classrooms.
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Complete Roots & Stems Digital Game Bundle (108 Total Roots Across 9 Levels!)
Complete Roots & Stems Digital Game Bundle (108 Total Roots Across 9 Levels!)Make vocabulary practice meaningful and fun with this massive bundle of interactive roots & stems games—perfect for grades 5–12! This set includes 9 complete groups, each covering 12 essential Greek and Latin roots with zero duplicates across the entire bundle (108 roots in all). Every group comes with 4 scaffolded practice games plus 1 final arcade-style mastery game, giving students multiple opportunities to lea
5th - 12th
Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing
Math Escape Room Game | Word Problems | 7th & 8th Grade | Interactive Activity
Welcome to The Blackwood School. Your students have been invited to apply, but first, they must pass the ultimate Entrance Exam. This isn't a paper-and-pencil test—it’s a series of locked rooms and cryptic puzzles. Do they have the mathematical grit to escape? Product OverviewThis is a 2D point-and-click escape room built in Unity. Designed specifically for 7th and 8th-grade students, it blends immersive storytelling with rigorous word problem-solving. Whether used as a reward, a sub plan, or
5th - 9th
Algebra, Applied Math, Arithmetic
Math Escape Room Game | Word Problems | 5th & 6th Grade | Interactive Activity
Welcome to The Blackwood School. Your students have been invited to apply, but first, they must pass the ultimate Entrance Exam. This isn't a paper-and-pencil test—it’s a series of locked rooms and cryptic puzzles. Do they have the mathematical grit to escape? Product OverviewThis is a 2D point-and-click escape room built in Unity. Designed specifically for 5th and 6th-grade students, it blends immersive storytelling with rigorous word problem-solving. Whether used as a reward, a sub plan, or
4th - 8th
Fractions, Measurement, Order of Operations
Systems of Equations Matching Card Game Activity | Algebra 1 | Print & Go
Looking for a fun, hands-on way to get your students practicing systems of equations? This matching card game turns solving systems into an engaging activity your students will actually want to do! Students solve systems of linear equations using substitution or elimination, then match each system to its correct solution. It works perfectly as a partner game, small group station, or independent practice — you choose! What's Included:12 System Cards (A–L) with purple borders12 Solution Cards (1–1
8th - 10th
Algebra, Other (Math)
Roots and Stems-Group 4
Roots & Stems Digital Game Set – Unit 4 (12 Roots • 5 Interactive Games!)Give your students a fun, interactive way to learn vocabulary with this digital roots & stems game set! This first unit introduces 12 essential Greek and Latin roots using five engaging, browser-based games. Perfect for grades 5–12, this set is designed for bell work, centers, early finisher tasks, review days, and vocabulary intervention. Students practice each root multiple times through different game styles, then app
5th - 12th
Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing
Roots and Stems-Group 6
Roots & Stems Digital Game Set – Unit 6 (12 Roots • 5 Interactive Games!)Give your students a fun, interactive way to learn vocabulary with this digital roots & stems game set! This first unit introduces 12 essential Greek and Latin roots using five engaging, browser-based games. Perfect for grades 5–12, this set is designed for bell work, centers, early finisher tasks, review days, and vocabulary intervention. Students practice each root multiple times through different game styles, then ap
5th - 12th
Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing
Roots and Stems-Group 5
Roots & Stems Digital Game Set – Unit 5 (12 Roots • 5 Interactive Games!)Give your students a fun, interactive way to learn vocabulary with this digital roots & stems game set! This first unit introduces 12 essential Greek and Latin roots using five engaging, browser-based games. Perfect for grades 5–12, this set is designed for bell work, centers, early finisher tasks, review days, and vocabulary intervention. Students practice each root multiple times through different game styles, then ap
5th - 12th
Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing
Roots and Stems-Group 3
Roots & Stems Digital Game Set – Unit 3 (12 Roots • 5 Interactive Games!)Give your students a fun, interactive way to learn vocabulary with this FREE digital roots & stems game set! This unit introduces 12 essential Greek and Latin roots using five engaging, browser-based games. Perfect for grades 5–12, this set is designed for bell work, centers, early finisher tasks, review days, and vocabulary intervention. Students practice each root multiple times through different game styles, then appl
5th - 12th
Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing
Roots and Stems-Group 2
Roots & Stems Digital Game Set – Unit 2 (12 Roots • 5 Interactive Games!)Give your students a fun, interactive way to learn vocabulary with this digital roots & stems game set! This second unit introduces 12 essential Greek and Latin roots using five engaging, browser-based games. Perfect for grades 5–12, this set is designed for bell work, centers, early finisher tasks, review days, and vocabulary intervention. Students practice each root multiple times through different game styles, then ap
5th - 12th
Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing
Super Bowl Ad Challenge: Media Literacy & Commercial Production Project
Engage your students with the biggest media event of the year!Designed specifically for middle school (7th/8th grade) Communications, Media Arts, or ELA classes, this resource moves students from passive consumers to creative producers.This project-based learning (PBL) resource guides students through analyzing $10 million Super Bowl commercials and then challenges them to script, film, and edit their own 30-second "Super Spot." What’s Included?The Ad Meter Scout Report: A "live viewing" guide
6th - 12th
Other (ELA), Speaking & Listening, Writing
Secondary Creative Writing Suite: Customizable Plot & Prompt Generator
Cure "Blank Page Syndrome" Instantly with this Interactive Writing Tool!Staring at a blank page is the hardest part of creative writing. Give your students the spark they need to get their pencils moving with this customizable Story Starter Generator. Unlike standard "list of prompts" PDFs, this is an interactive HTML software tool that allows students (or teachers) to mix and match story elements to build unique, hilarious, or dramatic writing scenarios in seconds. ✨ How It Works: This tool p
5th - 10th
Creative Writing, Writing
Roots & Stems Digital Game Set – Unit 1 (12 Roots • 5 Interactive Games!)
Roots & Stems Digital Game Set – Unit 1 (12 Roots • 4 Interactive Games!)Give your students a fun, interactive way to learn vocabulary with this FREE digital roots & stems game set! This first unit introduces 12 essential Greek and Latin roots using four engaging, browser-based games. Perfect for grades 5–12, this set is designed for bell work, centers, early finisher tasks, review days, and vocabulary intervention. Students practice each root multiple times through different game styles, the
5th - 12th
Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing
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About the store
Experience
I am a 27-year veteran educator currently teaching in Kansas who has taught at every level from elementary to college. Most of my career has been spent teaching middle school, where I have taught Math, Social Studies, Reading, ELA, Journalism, Communications Media, and technology-focused electives. In addition to classroom teaching, I have extensive experience developing curriculum, designing instructional materials, and mentoring new teachers.
Beyond K–12, I have taught online and hybrid college courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, including courses in Reading, Literacy, and Curriculum & Instruction. I have also created full online courses for universities looking to expand their digital offerings. My instructional experience spans traditional classrooms, digital learning environments, game-based learning, and hands-on project-based classrooms.
Teaching style
My teaching style blends creativity, structure, and student-centered design. I believe that learners thrive when instruction is engaging, accessible, and connected to real-world skills. I integrate educational games, digital tools, and multimedia into my lessons to help students build confidence and master complex concepts in fun, interactive ways.
I aim to create learning experiences that invite curiosity, reward persistence, and celebrate diverse forms of success. Whether I’m teaching reading strategies, communication skills, or digital literacy, my approach is grounded in clear modeling, guided practice, and meaningful, authentic tasks that empower students to take ownership of their learning.
My own education history
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Curriculum & Instruction
Master’s Degree, Educational Administration
Bachelor’s Degree, Elementary Education
Certifications:
K–9 All Subjects
Business & Computer Education 6–12
Additional biographical information
I live on a 60-acre farm with three Golden Retrievers, two miniature horses, four goats, and one very confident barn cat. My home life brings balance to my work as an educator, and many of my ideas for creative lessons or digital projects come to me while walking my dogs on long hiking trails.
I also love exploring technology and digital creativity. Some of my favorite hobbies are reading, learning new digital skills, photography, creating digital art, experimenting with game design, and spending time in nature. These passions fuel the products I create for teachers and students, including educational games designed to make learning joyful and meaningful.
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