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The APC Approach: Back to the Basics.
I design practical, low-tech resources for upper elementary classrooms that put the focus on learning, not screens. Simple, structured, and teacher-driven, my materials help students stay engaged while teachers work their magic.
Just a wife, a mom to two littles, and a 5th grade teacher that prefers teacher magic over device distractions.
∙ distraction-free, paper-based instruction that prioritizes depth over devices
∙ simple, engaging, standards-aligned resources that support diverse learners
∙ upper elementary
∙ general and special education
∙ a passionate educator
∙ over a decade of classroom experience
∙ certified Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant
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Last Days of School Activities | End of Year Upper Elementary
Keep students engaged and learning during the final days of school with this low-prep collection of meaningful end-of-year activities! Designed specifically for upper elementary students, this resource combines reflection, discussion, creativity, self-assessment, and writing into one easy-to-use packet perfect for the last days and weeks of school. Whether you're looking for morning work, fast-finisher activities, writing center tasks, or meaningful end-of-year reflections, this print-and-go res
3rd - 6th
Other (ELA), Social Emotional Learning, Writing
CCSS
W.5.10
, SL.5.1
, L.5.1
Also included in: End of Year Glow-Up BUNDLE | Reflection, Writing, Discussion & Craft
End of Year Glow-Up BUNDLE | Reflection, Writing, Discussion & Craft
Make the last weeks of 3rd 4th 5th or 6th Grade meaningful, engaging, and memorable with this complete End of Year Bundle! This bundle combines three popular upper elementary end-of-year resources to help students reflect on their growth, celebrate classroom memories, engage in meaningful discussions, and finish the school year. Designed for grades 3–6, these low-prep, print-and-go activities provide flexible options for morning work, writing centers, independent practice, small-group discussio
3rd - 6th
Other (ELA), Social Emotional Learning, Writing
CCSS
W.5.10
, SL.5.1
, L.5.1
End of Year Glow-Up Companion Pack | Reflection & Task Cards | Upper Elementary
End the school year with meaningful reflection, discussion, and classroom community-building activities! This End of Year “Glow-Up” Compnion Pack includes engaging reflection pages and discussion task cards designed to help upper elementary students celebrate their growth, share memories, and prepare for the next school year. Perfect for the final weeks of school, these low-prep activities encourage thoughtful writing, classroom conversations, and positive end-of-year engagement. WHAT’S INCLUD
3rd - 6th
Character Education, Other (ELA), Writing
CCSS
W.5.10
, SL.5.1
Also included in: End of Year Glow-Up BUNDLE | Reflection, Writing, Discussion & Craft
RACE Response Analysis Task Cards | Constructed Response Reading Review Activity
End of Year Review For 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th Grade - Help students better understand constructed responses with these engaging RACE Response Analysis Task Cards! Instead of writing lengthy responses at every station, students will analyze sample responses using quick, focused thinking tasks. Students will identify RACE components, infer the original question being answered, determine missing response parts, and analyze response structure in a meaningful and manageable way. These versatile task c
3rd - 6th
Reading, Reading Strategies, Writing
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RI.5.1
, W.5.1
+1
Glow-Up Reflection FREEBIE | Then & Now End of Year Activity | Upper Elementary
Celebrate student growth with this simple and meaningful “Then & Now” End of Year Reflection Activity! Find full resource here:📌 End of Year “GLOW-UP” Reflection Craftivity | Upper Elementary 3rd 4th 5th 6thThis one-page SEL-focused freebie allows students to reflect on how they have changed throughout the school year by drawing themselves at the beginning of the year and comparing it to who they are now. Students will visually represent their growth and add labels describing academic, social,
3rd - 6th
Character Education, Coloring Pages, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
W.5.2
, W.5.8
End of Year Social Studies Morning Work | 20 Days Review | Upper Elementary
Make end-of-year 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade Social Studies meaningful, structured, and stress-free with this 20-day morning work review pack designed for upper elementary students. This resource provides consistent daily practice in civics, geography, culture, economics, and historical thinking through short, engaging passages and skill-based questions. It is perfect for maintaining routine during the busy final weeks of school while reinforcing essential Social Studies concepts. Each page is d
3rd - 6th
Other (Social Studies), Reading, Writing
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.4
+4
End of Year Survival Pack | 10 Days of School Activities Games 3rd 4th 5th Grade
3rd, 4th, 5th Grade is coming to an end! Make the last 10 days of school stress-free, structured, and engaging!This End of Year Survival Pack is designed to help you manage the final days of school with low-prep, high-engagement activities that keep students learning without overwhelming you. Perfect for Grades 3–5, this resource includes a balanced mix of games, movement, reflection, and light academics—so you can maintain structure during one of the busiest times of the year. ⭐ What’s Incl
3rd - 6th
Creative Writing, Reading, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
RL.5.2
, RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
+2
End of Year “GLOW-UP” Reflection Craftivity | Upper Elementary 3rd 4th 5th 6th
🌟 End of Year Glow-Up Craftivity | Reflection Writing & Bulletin Board Activity Wrap up the school year with this meaningful and engaging End of Year Glow-Up Craftivity designed to help upper elementary students reflect on their growth in a fun, creative way! This low-prep activity blends writing, self-reflection, and hands-on crafting to create a memorable end-of-year keepsake AND a stunning bulletin board display. Perfect for May and June classroom energy, this resource gives students the
3rd - 6th
Coloring Pages, Social Emotional Learning, Writing
CCSS
W.5.2
, W.5.10
, SL.5.1
Also included in: End of Year Glow-Up BUNDLE | Reflection, Writing, Discussion & Craft
End of Year Thinking Routines | Daily ELA + SEL Activities Grades 4-6 (No Prep)
End of Year Thinking Routines 4th 5th and 6th Grade | Daily ELA + SEL Activities (No Prep) Keep students engaged and thinking during the final weeks of school with these low-prep, high-impact thinking routines designed for upper elementary learners. This resource helps you replace “busy work” with meaningful, structured activities that build reading comprehension, writing skills, critical thinking, and SEL connections—without overwhelming students or teachers. Perfect for end-of-year chaos, t
3rd - 6th
Character Education, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RL.5.2
, RI.5.1
+6
Earth Day BUNDLE | Reading & Writing Task Cards + Missions + Project 3rd 4th 5th
🌎 Earth Day Reading, Writing & Real-World Missions Bundle | RACE Comprehension, Writing & Project-Based Learning (Grades 3–5) Engage your students in meaningful, standards-aligned Earth Day learning with this all-in-one Earth Day Reading, Writing, and Project-Based Learning Bundle designed for upper elementary classrooms. This bundle goes far beyond a typical Earth Day worksheet pack—students will read informational texts, respond using the RACE strategy, solve real-world environmental probl
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.3
+6
RACE Writing & SEL Bundle for Upper Elementary | Passages, Rubrics, Anchor Chart
Ultimate RACE Writing & SEL Bundle for (grades 3 4 5 6) Upper Elementary Bring structure, confidence, and consistency to your students’ written responses with this all-in-one RACE Writing & SEL Bundle designed for upper elementary learners. This comprehensive resource gives you everything you need to teach, practice, and assess constructed response writing using the RACE strategy (Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain)—while also integrating meaningful SEL reflection to build deeper student thinking.
3rd - 6th
Reading, Social Emotional Learning, Writing
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.10
, W.5.1
+5
SEL Task Cards & Reflection Toolkit | Real Scenarios | 3rd 4th 5th Behavior Set
This resource combines real-life SEL scenario task cards with a reflection and assessment toolkit, giving you a complete system for helping students think through choices, reflect on behavior, and grow social-emotional skills over time. Help students build stronger decision-making, emotional regulation, and conflict-resolution skills with this comprehensive SEL bundle designed for real classroom behavior needs. Perfect for upper elementary classrooms that need structured SEL practice beyond
3rd - 6th
Character Education, School Counseling, Social Emotional Learning
CCSS
W.5.1
, W.5.10
, SL.5.1
+4
Social Studies Spiral Review 4th 5th 6th Industrialization & Immigration (Set 3)
Strengthen 5th grade Social Studies understanding with this ready-to-use spiral review set!📝 What’s Included: 5 worksheets covering Industrialization, Immigration, Urbanization, Inventions, and Labor Movements Informational passages (~200+ words) with multiple-choice and short-answer questions Built-in practice for reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking Answer key included for easy grading 🕒 Teaching Duration: 10–20 minutes per worksheet Full set = 1 week of daily Socia
3rd - 6th
Informational Text, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.3
+2
Teacher Appreciation Writing Activities | Differentiated Toolkit for 3rd 4th 5th
Teacher Appreciation Week Writing Activities ⭐ Celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week with this meaningful, low-prep writing toolkit designed for upper elementary students. This resource helps students reflect on the impact of teachers while building strong writing skills through structured, differentiated activities. 📘 What’s Included 5 days of Teacher Appreciation writing activities Differentiated writing pages (○ △ ★) Brainstorm pages + sentence starters Acrostic poem activity Reflection
3rd - 6th
Creative Writing, Social Emotional Learning, Writing
CCSS
W.5.1
, W.5.2
, W.5.3
+3
Differentiated Reading Comprehension Plastic in Ocean | Includes RACE Writing
This differentiated reading comprehension resource for 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th grade, includes one engaging nonfiction passage in three reading levels, allowing you to meet the needs of all learners while teaching the same content. Students will practice essential ELA skills through a unified question set, making it easy to manage whole group instruction, small groups, or independent work. What’s Included: 1 nonfiction passage in 3 differentiated levels Support (○) On-Level (△) Enrichment (★)
3rd - 6th
Informational Text, Other (ELA), Reading
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.4
+2
Earth Day Reading Comprehension Activities + RACE Writing Task Cards 3rd 4th 5th
Earth Day Reading Comprehension & Writing Task Cards for Upper ElementaryEngage your students in meaningful, standards-aligned Earth Day learning with this no-prep reading and writing task card set! Perfect for 3rd–6th grade classrooms, this resource combines informational text, critical thinking, and writing response practice while building awareness about environmental responsibility. Students will read high-interest Earth Day themed passages and respond to comprehension questions, inference p
3rd - 6th
Informational Text, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.3
+6
Earth Day Real-World Missions | ELA Writing Activities 3rd 4th 5th 6th Grade
Looking for an engaging, meaningful, and low-prep Earth Day activity that goes beyond basic worksheets? These Earth Day Real-World Missions turn your students into problem-solvers as they tackle real environmental issues through reading, writing, and critical thinking tasks. Perfect for upper elementary (Grades 3–5), this resource blends ELA, SEL, and real-world application in a way that is both rigorous and engaging—without requiring extensive prep. ✨ What Makes This Different? ✔ NOT your
3rd - 8th
Earth Sciences, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.3
+5
EARTH DAY ELA Activities Mini Unit | Writing Reading & Project 3rd 4th 5th Grade
Earth Day reading, writing, & project but make it meaningful! 🌎 This low-prep Earth Day mini-unit helps students in Grades 3–5 build reading comprehension, strengthen writing skills, and reflect on how they can make a difference—all while staying engaged. ✨ Perfect for: ELA centers Morning work Writing block Sub plans Earth Day lessons 📦 What’s Included: ✔ Reading passage + comprehension questions ✔ Opinion writing activity + scaffold ✔ Personal reflection checklist + writing ✔ Earth Day proj
3rd - 6th
Earth Sciences, Reading, Writing
CCSS
RI.5.1
, RI.5.2
, RI.5.4
+6
Spring SEL & ELA Activities | 5 Day Mini Lessons | 3rd 4th 5th Grade Meetings
Spring SEL & ELA Mini-Lessons (Grades 3–5) 🌸 Make your spring lessons meaningful, engaging, and stress-free with this 5-day SEL + ELA mini-lesson pack designed for upper elementary classrooms! This resource helps students build reading comprehension, writing skills, and social-emotional awareness—all in just 15–20 minutes a day. ✨ Why Teachers Love This Resource ✔ No prep—just print & go ✔ Combines ELA + SEL in one easy routine ✔ Perfect for morning meeting, centers, or ELA warm-ups✔
3rd - 6th
Reading, Social Emotional Learning, Writing
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RL.5.3
, W.5.3
End of Year ELA Spiral Review | Summer 20 Days Morning Work | 3rd 4th 5th 6th gr
Summer ELA Spiral Review | 20 Days of Engaging Daily Practice Looking for a low-prep, high-impact way to keep your students learning at the end of the year or during summer school? This Summer ELA Spiral Review is designed to keep students engaged while reviewing essential literacy skills in a fun, consistent, and meaningful way! 📦 What’s Included: ✔ 20 days of ELA spiral review ✔ Daily student pages (print + go!) ✔ Built-in brain breaks (riddles, would you rather, jokes) ✔ Consistent rout
3rd - 6th
Other (ELA), Reading, Vocabulary
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RI.5.1
, W.5.1
+3
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About the store
Experience
The APC Approach: Back to the Basics.
I design practical, low-tech resources for upper elementary classrooms that put the focus on learning, not screens. Simple, structured, and teacher-driven, my materials help students stay engaged while teachers work their magic.
Just a wife, a mom to two littles, and a 5th grade teacher that prefers teacher magic over device distractions.
∙ distraction-free, paper-based instruction that prioritizes depth over devices
∙ simple, engaging, standards-aligned resources that support diverse learners
∙ upper elementary
∙ general and special education
∙ a passionate educator
∙ over a decade of classroom experience
∙ certified Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant
Teaching style
✨ My teaching style is rooted in the Love and Logic philosophy, building strong, respectful relationships with students while fostering independence and accountability.
✨ As I've evolved, as a teacher and a mom, the KISS method has become a strategy a constantly fall back on. Never heard of the KISS method? Look it up 😉
Awards & shining teacher moments
🌟 Throughout my teaching career, I’ve been recognized for creating engaging, inclusive learning environments and leading impactful professional development for fellow educators. One of my proudest moments was watching a student, once hesitant to read aloud, confidently present to the class using a resource I created. Moments like these fuel my passion for teaching and inspire the resources I share here.
My own education history
🎓 Associates degree in early childhood education
🎓 Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education (K–6) with an endorsement in Special Education
🎓 Master’s degree in Special Education
🎓 Certified as a Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant (LDT-C).
My background equips me with the knowledge and skills to design inclusive, standards-based resources that support all learners.
Additional biographical information
✨"Back to the Basics" is my motto
✨ I’m a proud mom of two little ones, which gives me a unique perspective on how children learn both at home and in the classroom.
✨ I currently teach both English Language Arts and Social Studies in an urban New Jersey district and have a passion for creating resources that serve a wide range of learners.
✨ My experience as a Learning Disabilities Teacher-Consultant (LDT-C) has shaped my belief that all students deserve access to thoughtful, inclusive materials.
✨ Organization is my love language!
✨ When I’m not teaching or designing resources, you can find me spending time outdoors with my family or sipping a coffee with a new read in hand.
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