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Rooted in the science of reading. Designed for real classrooms.
Hi! I'm Leslie. If you're looking for simple, effective small group systems that actually work, you're in the right place. I'm a veteran 1st grade teacher and the creator of Small Groups Made Easy- a collection of done-for-you literacy resources designed to help you feel confident, organized, and supported in your teaching.
Researched-Based and Classroom-Tested:
My resources are designed using best practices from the science of reading, including:
Explicit phonics instruction
Systematic skill progression
Repeated practice for fluency
Opportunities for application and transfer
All within simple, classroom-ready routines that actually work.
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Earth, Sun, and Moon Original Poem and Booklet
This original poem/song (tune of Farmer in the Dell) informs readers of the earth’s relation with the sun and moon, how the sun and moon appear in the sky, and the different phases of the moon. Use some or use all of it to teach about the sky or just to practice fluency!
K - 2nd
Earth Sciences, English Language Arts, Poetry
CCSS, NGSS
RF.1.4b
, CCRA.R.5
, CCRA.L.6
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Distance Learning Shark Facts!- Digital Science Games for Boom Cards (tm)
Digital Science Games that only require a computer, tablet, or laptop? Yes, please! This simple, fun, and engaging resource will allow your students to about sharks without any prep work! The slides are also self-correcting, providing students with immediate feedback and that means no grading for you! *Download the preview and try the boom cards before you buy! This activity includes 5 fact cards, 2 'life cycle of a shark' cards, and 2 'label the shark' diagrams! All slides in this deck are
K - 3rd
Earth Sciences, Science
Valentine's Day Bulletin Board- Animal Reports
A perfectly adorable February Bulletin Board! 4 sweet animal templates made with hearts and options for extending the craft with expository writing! A cute way to learn about animals while having festive fun. Options to use purchased foam hearts or construction paper hearts from the patterns included. *Bonus! "These Animals Have Our Hearts" Bulletin Board Headers! Animal crafts and non-fiction text included in this resource: Owl Panda Leopard Groundhog Each non-fiction text can be used for stude
K - 2nd
Science, Writing-Expository
Also included in: February Activities Bundle
Life Cycle of a Butterfly >>> Interactive Craftivity
This is a great activity to either introduce the butterfly life cycle or to assess students' knowledge of what they learned about the life cycle! Step by step instructions included to make this interactive craft! All you need is scissors, glue and crayons. Secret teacher hack... *Great addition to your emergency sub plans* :)
PreK - 3rd
Physical Science
Bitmoji Morning Powerpoint- Perfect for Digital Learning!
A fun way to keep your daily routine organized. This editable PowerPoint template includes my "Base Ten Days of School" chart that you can change for each day. Combine that with the list of things to do and your own personal Bitmoji, this is a great resource- even if you just use it to help you remember what day it is! How I use this resource: I use zoom for my class meetings and I do a screen share as the meeting is beginning and I’m waiting for students to join. It has helped me keep organi
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Instructional Technology
On My Farm- Farm Craft and Writing Activity
.This product includes cutouts for your students to create their own farm and a writing page to go along with read alouds, field trips, or projects! The craft is simple! No prep! The students just color, cut, and paste. Writing page can be used to extend the activity. Vocabulary page is included. Thanks so much for your purchase! Be sure to follow me for more fun learning activities! @smalltownteacherlife -Leslie
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Environment, Writing
All About Sharks! A Shark Week Writing and Craft Activity
Looking for a cute and easy way to help your students show What they've learned about Sharks? Well, here it is! This file includes: •Patterns for shark •Pages for flap book Want more shark activities? Here's the link to the deck.toys game I made for my unit! https://deck.toys/a/Q1A1YeHww If you share a picture of your craft on instagram, please use #smalltownteacherlife It would make my day to see your creations! -Much love, Leslie
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Earth Sciences, For All Subjects, Writing
Groundhog's Day Craft and Non-fiction texts
Perfect for Groundhog's Day observance! File includes instructions and masters to create a groundhog using heart shapes and two non-fiction texts (one with facts about groundhogs and one with facts about the holiday). The texts can be used as student readers, or as resources for expository writing.
PreK - 2nd
Other (Science), Writing-Expository
Also included in: February Activities Bundle
Valentine's Day Bulletin Board- Easy Penguin Writing and Craft
A perfect wintertime craft to enrich your study of penguins, the Antarctic, or just as a cute February craft! *Includes* Penguin Craft Nonfiction Passage Bulletin Board Header
Not Specific
Earth Sciences, Writing
Also included in: January 2024 Activities
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About the store
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Rooted in the science of reading. Designed for real classrooms.
Hi! I'm Leslie. If you're looking for simple, effective small group systems that actually work, you're in the right place. I'm a veteran 1st grade teacher and the creator of Small Groups Made Easy- a collection of done-for-you literacy resources designed to help you feel confident, organized, and supported in your teaching.
Researched-Based and Classroom-Tested:
My resources are designed using best practices from the science of reading, including:
Explicit phonics instruction
Systematic skill progression
Repeated practice for fluency
Opportunities for application and transfer
All within simple, classroom-ready routines that actually work.
Teaching style
✏️ My Teaching Style
Simple. Effective. Purposeful.
My teaching style is centered on creating clear, easy-to-follow systems that actually work. I believe learning should feel manageable for teachers and meaningful for students.
I love watching my first graders grow in reading and math using structured, engaging tools that build confidence over time. I’m passionate about organization and creating a calm, beautiful classroom environment—because when things feel streamlined and intentional, everyone thrives.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Team Lead
Small Group Literacy Consultant
My own education history
👩🏫 Why You Can Trust This
18 years in the classroom (including Title I)
Master’s in Curriculum Development
LETRS Certified + ESL & Technology Endorsements
These systems come from real classrooms, real students, and real results.
Additional biographical information
💛 A Little About Me
I’ve been teaching for 18 years, with 10 years in an urban school before moving to a small town and building our dream life here. I’m a wife, a mama to 5 🥰, and we spend our days chasing kids, tending to our animals (3 dogs, 6 chickens, 4 ducks, and a bunny!), and soaking up this season of life.
My greatest joy will always be my family. ❤️
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