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Hi there! My name is Selah. I previously worked for many years with 2nd–5th grade students in a Resource Room setting, and now I provide private special education for a variety of students, from young kiddos to college-age young adults. I truly love what I do. Every day, I’m reminded that my students teach me just as much, if not more, than I teach them. It’s an incredible privilege to walk alongside them as they grow and reach their unique goals. The resources you'll find here are tools I've created and used with my own students. They've made a real difference, and my hope is that they'll be just as helpful to you. A little bit about me: I’m newly married to the coolest guy ever, and it’s been the best adventure! I also have numerous family members with disabilities, which has inspired me to work in this field for as long as I can remember. I grew up overseas in China, and that experience shaped so much of how I see the world. At the heart of everything I do is a desire to make sure every person feels seen, known, loved, and included. This store was born out of a real need. I had countless students with social-emotional, social skills, or executive functioning goals but no clear direction on how to teach those skills. So, I rolled up my sleeves and started creating the resources I wished I had. These products are the result of many hours of thought, trial and error, and refining based on what worked best for my students. I hope you find them as valuable and impactful as I have. With love, Selah :)
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Preview of Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet |  FREEBIE | Grades 3–8

Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | FREEBIE | Grades 3–8

FREEBIE – Budgeting & Money Lessons for Kids (Grades 3–6)Try the first lesson from all 6 categories in this printable preview!Get a sneak peek into our full financial literacy packet with this FREE sample! This download includes 6 real-world budgeting stories—one from each major category—plus thoughtful discussion questions and engaging student activities. Inside, students will explore: ✔️ Needs vs. Wants ✔️ Saving for a Goal ✔️ Handling Unexpected Expenses ✔️ Comparing Costs ✔️ Earning & Budge
Preview of Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Bundle | Grades 3–6 | 6 Categories | 30 Lessons

Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Bundle | Grades 3–6 | 6 Categories | 30 Lessons

Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet!Grades 3–8 | 6 Categories | 30 Lessons | 80+ Discussion QuestionsHelp your students build real-world financial literacy skills with this ready-to-use budgeting packet! Through 30 short, relatable stories, students explore key money concepts like saving, spending, earning, goal setting, and resisting impulse buys. Each lesson includes: ✅ A student-friendly money scenario ✅ 3–5 thought-provoking discussion questions ✅ A hands-on activity (charts, decision-mak
Preview of "Needs vs. Wants" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | Grades 3–6

"Needs vs. Wants" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | Grades 3–6

Needs vs. Wants – Smart Spending Stories & ActivitiesHelp students build lifelong money smarts with this engaging Needs vs. Wants packet, designed to teach the difference between essentials and extras through fun, real-life scenarios. Inside you’ll find: Stories & scenarios that put students in everyday decision-making situationsSorting and reflection activities to practice distinguishing needs from wantsDiscussion questions (3+ per story) to spark conversation and critical thinkingStudent-frie
Preview of "Saving For A Goal" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | Grades 3–6

"Saving For A Goal" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | Grades 3–6

Budgeting & Smart Money Choices: Saving for a Goal | Grades 3–6Help your students build real-life money skills with this engaging packet all about saving for a goal! Through relatable stories, interactive activities, and meaningful discussion questions, students will learn how to set savings goals, stay motivated, and make smart choices with their money. This packet is part of the larger Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Bundle, but it also works perfectly as a stand-alone resource. ✨ What’s In
Preview of Word Problem Practice Scaffolded FREEBIE (Add & Subtract within 20)

Word Problem Practice Scaffolded FREEBIE (Add & Subtract within 20)

FREEBIE — Word Problem Practice | Add & Subtract Within 20 (Scaffolded Worksheets)Give your students a sneak peek of the full Word Problem Practice pack with this 10-page freebie! Designed to build confidence and problem-solving skills, these scaffolded worksheets guide students step-by-step through addition and subtraction word problems within 20 — perfect for small groups, centers, or homework. Each page helps students: ✅ Visualize the problem by drawing a picture ✅ Identify the correct o
Preview of "Impulse Spending & Pressure" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices | Grade 3–6

"Impulse Spending & Pressure" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices | Grade 3–6

Budgeting & Smart Money Choices: Impulse Spending vs. Smart Choices | Grades 3–6 Teach students how to pause, think, and make smarter money choices with this engaging packet on impulse spending vs. smart spending! Through relatable scenarios, interactive activities, and thoughtful discussion questions, learners will explore how emotions, peer pressure, and advertising can influence their spending habits—and how to make better decisions. 💡 What’s Included:5 relatable stories about kids facing
Preview of "Comparing Costs & Choices" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | Grade 3–6

"Comparing Costs & Choices" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | Grade 3–6

Budgeting & Smart Money Choices: Comparing Costs & Making Smart Choices Help your students learn how to think before they spend with this engaging, real-life money skills resource! Designed for upper elementary learners, this packet teaches kids how to compare prices, weigh pros and cons, and make smart financial choices that build lifelong money smarts. Inside this packet, you’ll find: ✅ 5 interactive stories featuring everyday money situations ✅ 5 activities that let students practice co
Preview of "Earning Money & Budgeting" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | Grade 3–6

"Earning Money & Budgeting" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | Grade 3–6

Budgeting & Smart Money Choices: Earning Money & Budgeting Income | Grades 3–6 Help your students build real-world money smarts with this engaging packet focused on earning money and budgeting income! Through relatable stories, hands-on activities, and thoughtful discussion questions, learners will practice making spending plans, setting savings goals, and balancing fun with responsibility. 💡 What’s Included:5 engaging stories featuring kids earning and managing money in everyday situations5
Preview of "Unexpected Expenses" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | Grades 3–6

"Unexpected Expenses" | Budgeting & Smart Money Choices Packet | Grades 3–6

Budgeting & Smart Money Choices: Handling Unexpected Expenses | Grades 3–6Help your students build real-life money skills with this engaging resource focused on handling unexpected expenses! Perfect for upper-elementary learners, this packet introduces surprise costs (like a broken bike tire, lost lunchbox, or extra school fee) and guides students through problem-solving, prioritizing needs, and making smart spending decisions. Each short story presents a realistic scenario, followed by charts,
Preview of Multi-Step Word Problem Templates | Grades 3–5 | Math Problem Solving Practice

Multi-Step Word Problem Templates | Grades 3–5 | Math Problem Solving Practice

Help your students build confidence with multi-step word problems using these 5 easy-to-use templates! Each page guides learners through identifying key information, choosing operations, showing their work, and explaining their answers clearly. Perfect for: Math intervention or enrichment groupsGuided practice, morning work, or centersIndependent problem-solving practiceTest prep and word problem strategy lessons💡 Includes:5 unique word problem templatesPrompts to identify important details
Preview of Word Problem Practice Scaffolded (Add & Subtract within 20)

Word Problem Practice Scaffolded (Add & Subtract within 20)

Word Problem Practice | Add & Subtract Within 20 | Scaffolded Math WorksheetsBuild your students’ confidence with real-world word problems that strengthen both addition and subtraction within 20! This 50-page scaffolded pack gives students the support they need to understand the problem, choose the correct operation, and show their thinking clearly — perfect for small groups, intervention, or independent practice. Each page guides students through: ✅ Drawing a picture to visualize the story ✅
Preview of Single Digit Subtraction – Practice by Drawing | Hands-On Math | K–2

Single Digit Subtraction – Practice by Drawing | Hands-On Math | K–2

Make subtraction meaningful and visual for early learners! This Single Digit Subtraction "Practice by Drawing" Packet helps students build subtraction fluency while strengthening number sense through concrete to symbolic reasoning. Each page invites students to draw a picture to solve, making it perfect for developing conceptual understanding before moving to abstract equations. This packet includes simple, clean, and consistent printable pages designed for classrooms, intervention groups, h
Preview of Multi-Step Word Problem Template FREEBIE | Grades 3–5 | Math Problem Solving

Multi-Step Word Problem Template FREEBIE | Grades 3–5 | Math Problem Solving

Does your student have difficulty breaking down word problems into their correct operations, proper steps, and knowing what their answer represents? This has a template suitable for all types of problems, and diverse learning styles! Want the full packet? Click here for 5 templates!How to use these templates:- Print out all and put in a folder for systematic use. - Laminate and use in stations or group work. - Send home to use with at-home word problems! Does your student have difficulty break
Preview of Single Digit Subtraction – Practice by Drawing | Hands-On Math | K–2 FREEBIE

Single Digit Subtraction – Practice by Drawing | Hands-On Math | K–2 FREEBIE

FREEBIE – Single Digit Subtraction Practice by Drawing | Hands-On Math for K–2Try it before you buy it! This FREE sample from the Single Digit Subtraction "Practice by Drawing" Packet gives your students a chance to practice subtraction using visuals and simple equations. Perfect for early learners, intervention, and special education, this resource builds a strong foundation for subtraction within 10. Each page encourages students to draw a picture to solve—a powerful strategy for developin
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Hi there! My name is Selah. I previously worked for many years with 2nd–5th grade students in a Resource Room setting, and now I provide private special education for a variety of students, from young kiddos to college-age young adults. I truly love what I do. Every day, I’m reminded that my students teach me just as much, if not more, than I teach them. It’s an incredible privilege to walk alongside them as they grow and reach their unique goals. The resources you'll find here are tools I've created and used with my own students. They've made a real difference, and my hope is that they'll be just as helpful to you. A little bit about me: I’m newly married to the coolest guy ever, and it’s been the best adventure! I also have numerous family members with disabilities, which has inspired me to work in this field for as long as I can remember. I grew up overseas in China, and that experience shaped so much of how I see the world. At the heart of everything I do is a desire to make sure every person feels seen, known, loved, and included. This store was born out of a real need. I had countless students with social-emotional, social skills, or executive functioning goals but no clear direction on how to teach those skills. So, I rolled up my sleeves and started creating the resources I wished I had. These products are the result of many hours of thought, trial and error, and refining based on what worked best for my students. I hope you find them as valuable and impactful as I have. With love, Selah :)

My own education history

Undergraduate: Texas A&M University (whoop!) Masters: Arizona State University

Additional biographical information

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