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Second Grade Wanderlust

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Potsdam, New York, United States
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I’m a passionate special education teacher with over 15 years of experience, dedicated to creating engaging and effective resources for all learners. My love for graphic design dates back to the days of Paintbrush, and now I’m thrilled to share my creative skills with educators everywhere. Let’s make teaching and learning a little more fun together!
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Preview of Module 1: Bookworms Shared Reading Worksheets with Vocabulary | 2nd Grade

Module 1: Bookworms Shared Reading Worksheets with Vocabulary | 2nd Grade

⭐ Module 1: Bookworms Shared Reading Worksheets with Vocabulary | 2nd Grade AlignedMake shared reading engaging and effective with this comprehensive Module 1 Bookworms Supplement Pack—designed by second grade teachers for second grade students! This resource replaces the traditional response booklet and gives you the flexibility to print exactly what you need, when you need it. Perfectly aligned with Bookworms Reading Program Module 1, this bundle includes daily response worksheets and voca
Preview of Module 2: Bookworms Shared Reading Worksheets with Vocabulary | 2nd Grade

Module 2: Bookworms Shared Reading Worksheets with Vocabulary | 2nd Grade

⭐ Module 2: Bookworms Shared Reading Worksheets with Vocabulary | 2nd Grade AlignedMake shared reading engaging and effective with this comprehensive Module 2 Bookworms Supplement Pack—designed by second grade teachers for second grade students! This resource replaces the traditional response booklet and gives you the flexibility to print exactly what you need, when you need it. Perfectly aligned with Bookworms Reading Program Module 2, this bundle includes daily response worksheets and voca
Preview of Module 3: Bookworms Shared Reading Worksheets with Vocabulary | 2nd Grade

Module 3: Bookworms Shared Reading Worksheets with Vocabulary | 2nd Grade

⭐ Module 3: Bookworms Shared Reading Worksheets with Vocabulary | 2nd Grade AlignedMake shared reading engaging and effective with this comprehensive Module 3 Bookworms Supplement Pack—designed by second grade teachers for second grade students! This resource replaces the traditional response booklet and gives you the flexibility to print exactly what you need, when you need it. Perfectly aligned with Bookworms Reading Program Module 3, this bundle includes daily response worksheets and voca
Preview of Dumpster Dice – A Strategic & Fun, Fast-Paced Classroom Dice Game!

Dumpster Dice – A Strategic & Fun, Fast-Paced Classroom Dice Game!

Dumpster Dice – A Strategic, Fast-Paced Classroom Dice Game! Looking for a high-energy game that gets your students excited while reinforcing number sense, turn-taking, and critical thinking? Dumpster Dice is the perfect low-prep classroom game that students beg to play again and again! What Is Dumpster Dice?Dumpster Dice is a fun, strategic dice game where students take turns rolling one die at a time to fill number boxes 1–6. If a number is already taken, their die goes into the dumpste
Preview of Make A Difference - Collaborative Poster Activity - JFK Quote

Make A Difference - Collaborative Poster Activity - JFK Quote

✨ Make A Difference - Collaborative Poster Activity ✨ Looking for a meaningful, low-prep activity that brings your class together while spreading a positive message? This “One Person Can Make a Difference” collaborative poster is the perfect blend of creativity, teamwork, and inspiration! What’s Included: 16 individual poster pages (4x4 grid layout) Grid reference guide for easy assembly Clear, step-by-step instructions A powerful quote: “One person can make a difference, and everyone shoul
Preview of Countdown to Summer Vacation Chain Activity

Countdown to Summer Vacation Chain Activity

Countdown to Summer Vacation Chain Activity Make the end of the school year extra exciting with this fun and visual countdown activity! Students will love watching the days tick down to summer break as they tear off a colorful paper chain link each day. What’s Included: ✅ Printable countdown chain strips ✅ Student-friendly design and graphics ✅ 30-day countdown (customizable by removing or adding links) ✅ Directions for easy classroom setup How It Works: Students color and cut out the pap
Preview of Gooney Bird Greene Comprehension Packet with Vocabulary Study

Gooney Bird Greene Comprehension Packet with Vocabulary Study

✨ Gooney Bird Greene Comprehension Packet with Vocabulary Study Bring the quirky charm of Gooney Bird Greene to life with this fun and engaging comprehension packet! Designed with simple, bold lines and kid-friendly details, multiple choice, word search, vocab, and fill-in-the-blank. This resource is a wonderful way to spark creativity, support comprehension, and keep hands busy while discussing character traits, plot events, or vocabulary from the novel. ✅ What’s Included: 1 printable
Preview of Great Wall of China Collaboration Poster | Classroom Community Activity

Great Wall of China Collaboration Poster | Classroom Community Activity

Great Wall of China Collaboration Poster | Classroom Community ActivityLooking for a meaningful, low-prep way to combine history, teamwork, and creativity? This Great Wall of China Mega Collaboration Poster is the perfect addition to your classroom when teaching about world landmarks, ancient civilizations, or Chinese culture. This printable resource includes 20 individual coloring pages that come together to form one large hallway or bulletin board poster (approx. 28” x 35”). Each student co
Preview of Soaring Through the School Year – End-of-Year Reflection Butterfly Craft

Soaring Through the School Year – End-of-Year Reflection Butterfly Craft

Soaring Through the School Year – End-of-Year Reflection Butterfly CraftLooking for a meaningful, memorable, and eye-catching end-of-year activity? Soaring Through the School Year is a student favorite that doubles as a keepsake and a stunning hallway or classroom display! What’s Included: A reflection worksheet where students can write about: Their favorite memory New friends they met Things they learned A self-portrait A butterfly craft template for coloring, cutting, and assembling Student
Preview of Opinion Writing Template: Favorite Animal Edition

Opinion Writing Template: Favorite Animal Edition

Opinion Writing: My Favorite Animal | Final Copy Writing PaperGet your students excited about opinion writing with this My Favorite Animal Opinion Writing Printable! This resource is perfect for helping students organize, draft, and publish their writing in a fun and structured way. The writing paper is front & back, so there is plenty of room for details! What’s Included?✅ Final Copy Writing Paper – Neatly designed for students to showcase their best writing ✅ 30 Animal Choices – Includ
Preview of Wishing Rainbow: Pot of Gold - St. Patrick’s Day Writing & Craft Activity

Wishing Rainbow: Pot of Gold - St. Patrick’s Day Writing & Craft Activity

If I Found a Pot of Gold… | St. Patrick’s Day Writing & Craft Activity Get your students excited about St. Patrick’s Day with this fun and engaging writing craft! This activity encourages creativity and opinion writing as students imagine what they would wish for if they found a pot of gold. What’s Included? ✅ Wishing Rainbow Writing Craft – Students write one wish on each line of the rainbow. ✅ Printable Templates – Includes a rainbow, cloud, and pot of gold with space for student
Preview of Handprint Rose Craft & Poem: Valentine’s, Mother’s Day, or Teacher Appreciation

Handprint Rose Craft & Poem: Valentine’s, Mother’s Day, or Teacher Appreciation

Valentine’s Handprint Rose Craft & Poem – A Heartfelt Keepsake!Looking for a meaningful and easy Valentine’s Day craft? This Handprint Rose & Poem activity is a perfect keepsake for young students to create and share with someone special! Ideal for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, or Teacher Appreciation, this craft lets children turn their handprints into a beautiful rose bouquet while expressing their love through a heartfelt poem. What’s Included:✅ Step-by-step craft instructions ✅ Multiple p
Preview of Flutterly Obsessed Book Review | Spring Bulletin Board Activity

Flutterly Obsessed Book Review | Spring Bulletin Board Activity

Flutterly Obsessed Book Review | Spring Bulletin Board Activity Looking for a creative and eye-catching way to get your students excited about reading and reviewing books? The Flutterly Obsessed Book Review is the perfect blend of comprehension and craft! This interactive butterfly-themed book review activity encourages students to reflect on their reading by sharing thoughts on the plot, characters, recommendations, and more. Once completed, students color and cut out a butterfly topper, t
Preview of Bonus Board Classroom Managment Chart - 16 popular themes

Bonus Board Classroom Managment Chart - 16 popular themes

Product Description: 16 BONUS BOARDS to pick from!Transform your classroom management strategy with the Bonus Board—a unique and engaging tool designed to inspire teamwork and motivation! Set weekly (or even daily) behavior or academic goals using sticky notes on this visually appealing poster. Display the goals for your entire class to see, encouraging students to work together to achieve them. As each goal is met, remove the sticky note to celebrate the accomplishment. Once all the notes are
Preview of Math Easter Egg Hunt | 4th Grade Spring Math Review Activity

Math Easter Egg Hunt | 4th Grade Spring Math Review Activity

4th Grade Easter Egg Math Hunt – Spring Math Review ActivityMake your spring math review unforgettable with this fun and interactive Easter Egg Hunt designed especially for fourth graders! With 24 standards-aligned math problems hidden inside colorful eggs, students will move, think, and solve their way through essential fourth-grade skills—all while having a blast! ✨ What’s Inside?✔ 24 Printable Math Problems (labeled A–X) ✔ Student Answer Recording Sheet ✔ Teacher Directions & Setup Guide
Preview of Tooth-Shaped Clothespin Fine Motor Activity: Letter & Shape Recognition

Tooth-Shaped Clothespin Fine Motor Activity: Letter & Shape Recognition

Tooth-Shaped Clothespin Fine Motor ActivityMake learning fun and interactive with this Tooth Shaped Clothespin Fine Motor Activity! Perfect for preschool and early learners, this activity builds fine motor skills, letter recognition, and hand-eye coordination in an engaging and playful way. What’s Included?✅ Tooth-Shaped Cards – Fun and cute designs to capture students' attention. Comes in Black/ White, Rainbow, or Pink/Grey. ✅ Clothespin Matching Activity– Match letters and numbers using
Preview of Mother’s Day Handprint Rose Craft & Poem - perfect & easy keepsake

Mother’s Day Handprint Rose Craft & Poem - perfect & easy keepsake

Mother’s Day Handprint Rose Craft & Poem – A Heartfelt Keepsake!Looking for a meaningful and easy Mother’s Day craft? This Handprint Rose & Poem activity is a perfect keepsake for young students to create and share with someone special! Ideal for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father's Day, Grandparent's Day, or Teacher Appreciation, this craft lets children turn their handprints into a beautiful rose bouquet while expressing their love through a heartfelt poem. What’s Included:✅ Step-by-step
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About the store

Experience

I’m a passionate special education teacher with over 15 years of experience, dedicated to creating engaging and effective resources for all learners. My love for graphic design dates back to the days of Paintbrush, and now I’m thrilled to share my creative skills with educators everywhere. Let’s make teaching and learning a little more fun together!

Teaching style

My teaching style focuses on hands-on engagement and fostering active learning. I design lessons that challenge students to think critically and creatively, incorporating the higher levels of Bloom's Taxonomy to promote deep understanding and meaningful connections.

Awards & shining teacher moments

I am honored to have received Traveling Vineyard's 2018's Spirit of the Vineyard award, recognizing my dedication, leadership, and passion for building community and meaningful connections. This award reflects my commitment to inspiring others and fostering a collaborative environment—values that I bring into my teaching and resource creation as well. In addition to my work in education, I have been honored to serve as a keynote speaker for several MLM companies. A highlight of my speaking career includes presenting on the main stage at Planet Hollywood to an audience of 1,200 people, where I shared insights and inspired others through teambuilding, goal setting, and actionable strategies.

My own education history

I hold a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education (Grades 1-6) with a minor in History from SUNY Potsdam. (SUNY Potsdam was one of the first 50 colleges in the USA, and the oldest SUNY College in NYS. 200+ years of excellence & is known for their teaching program.) Additionally, I have earned two Master's degrees in Special Education: one focused on Birth to 5-year-olds and another for Grades 1-6 certification. I also possess advanced certificates in Challenging Behaviors and have conducted thesis research on Generalizing Vocational Skills in Students with Autism. Outside of the classroom, I have earned a WSET Level 2 certification in Wine and am a Certified Bourbon Professional (CBP) Level 1. I am also currently working toward a Rum certification, reflecting my passion for lifelong learning and exploration of diverse interests.