StudyStarters
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JOLIET, Illinois, United States
About the store
We are a mom and daughter team combining our expertise to support teachers in implementing Creative Curriculum studies and elevating classroom engagement for all learners.
Becky has her Ed.S. in Teaching and Learning, as well as her M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education. She brings extensive knowledge in ECERS, Creative Curriculum, Head Start, CLASS, and more to our resources. Becky is currently in the final stages of completing her Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, which she expects to finish in the next few months. This ongoing pursuit of advanced education ensures that our resources are informed by the latest research and best practices in the field.
Caylee has her M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education and Ed.S. in Educational Leadership. As a Preschool For All Teacher, she works with both special education students and English language learners. Caylee holds credentials as a Technology Specialist, English as a Second Language instructor, Special Education teacher, and has her Type 75 certification. Her diverse experience allows her to contribute practical, creative ideas that cater to a wide range of learning needs.
Our combined expertise spans early childhood education, special education, ESL instruction, educational technology, and leadership. This allows us to create comprehensive, inclusive, and practical resources specifically tailored to jumpstart Creative Curriculum studies in diverse classroom settings.
We specialize in developing resources that pertain to Creative Curriculum, focusing particularly on how to effectively initiate and implement the curriculum's studies. Our materials are designed to help teachers start Creative Curriculum studies with confidence, creativity, and inclusivity.
We provide a variety of resources, including ideas for enriching your classroom environment, customizable printable materials, and strategies for enhancing student engagement. Our resources also include thought-provoking outlines and open-ended questions to help children reach the next level of thinking within the framework of Creative Curriculum.
We're excited to share our ideas and materials to help you get your Creative Curriculum studies off to a great start, ensuring that all children, regardless of their learning needs or language backgrounds, can engage and thrive!
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Open ended questions booklet
This is a printable resource to help you use more open-ended questions in your classroom. Just print out the pages and cut out the squares. There are multiple pages to be put into these booklets.
The booklets are roughly 3" by 3" and are meant to go on book ring and then on a lanyard so that you can easily access and practice using open-ended questions in your centers around the room. This resource will help you get work on CLASS scores!
The download is for one booklet, but you can make copie
PreK
Construction Truck Rhyming Words Game: Buildings/Roads Study
Rev up your students' rhyming skills with our engaging "Construction Truck Rhyming Words Game"! This hands-on, construction-themed literacy resource is perfect for PreK to 2nd-grade classrooms, making rhyme recognition and word association fun and interactive. Key Features: 5 colorful printable pages4 pages featuring construction trucks with rhyming word pairs1 page with 8 additional rhyming words for extended playInteractive design for kinesthetic learning What's Included: 4 truck pages wi
PreK - 2nd
Balanced Literacy
TSG Gold Anecdotal Notes Template with Objectives
Enhance your classroom documentation and assessment with this efficient Teaching Strategies GOLD® Anecdotal Notes Template! This resource is designed to help early childhood educators effectively record observations and track student progress across all developmental domains, with multiple objectives grouped on each page. Key Features: Covers all 38 objectives from the Teaching Strategies GOLD® assessment systemOrganized by domain areas for easy navigationEach page contains 2-5 related objective
PreK - K
Sports Ball Counting Cards: Ball Study
Engage your young learners with our vibrant and interactive "Sports Ball Counting Cards"! This comprehensive set of 10 printable pages is designed to make early math skills fun and accessible for preschool through 2nd-grade students, using a variety of sports balls as an exciting theme. Key Features: 10 colorful pages featuring different types of sports ballsCovers numbers 1-20Includes a wide variety of sports: baseball, bowling, basketball, tennis, football, soccer, golf, volleyball, and bea
PreK - 2nd
Math
Behavior Center Choices: I Can/I Cannot Visual Cards
Empower your young learners with our "Positive Behavior Center Choices" visual cards! This comprehensive set of printable cards is designed to promote positive behavior, self-regulation, and responsible choices in early childhood classrooms. Perfect for preschool, kindergarten, and special education settings, these cards use a simple "I can" (green) and "I cannot" (red) format to clearly communicate expectations across various learning centers. Key Features: 10 printable pages of visual behav
PreK - K
For All Subjects
Bilingual Music Study Vocab Cards - English/Spanish
Enhance your music classroom with our comprehensive "Bilingual Music Vocabulary Cards" set! This versatile resource is perfect for music teachers, ESL/ELL instructors, and general classroom teachers looking to incorporate music education into their curriculum. Designed for students from elementary to middle school, these cards make learning music terminology engaging and accessible in both English and Spanish. Key Features: 6 printable pages of music-related vocabularyBilingual format: Englis
PreK - 5th
Balanced Literacy, Music
Flower Study Starter Packet
This packet is for a flower study! It has over 50 pages of different resources for implementing a flower study in your classroom. We have provided different items for all areas in your classroom. The packet includes:
-Flower shop printables for dramatic play
-Flower play dough mats for math and cognitive concepts
-Flower emotions BINGO for social-emotional development
-Flower movement game for gross motor
-Flower song and felt board pieces for large group
-Flower frame scavenger hunt for the in
PreK
Math
Classroom Center Management Signs
These signs post in your centers and you can laminate them. Place the rough part of Velcro on the stars of the center signs and then place the soft part of Velcro on the pictures of your students' photos. The students can then refer to the psoters which have Englihs adn Spanish on them and also visual representations of how amny students can play in that area. The centers included are: -Writing Center -Reading Area -Dramatic Play -Block Area -Listening Center -Doll House -Science Center -Music
PreK
Spanish
"I'm a Box Worker" Song - Creative Curriculum Study on Boxes
Engage your students with this delightful and educational song perfect for your Creative Curriculum Box Study! "I'm a Box Worker" is a fun, interactive song that introduces children to various occupations that use boxes in their daily work. This downloadable PDF includes: • A catchy opening chant to introduce the theme • 5 verses sung to the familiar tune of "The Farmer in the Dell" • Actions for each verse to encourage movement and engagement • Occupations featured: mail carrier, pizza maker, w
PreK - K
Music, Other (Social Studies), Vocabulary
Down by the Bakery (Down by the Bay Adaptation) for Bread Study
Bring the magic of wordplay and imagination to your classroom with "Down by the Bakery," a delightful rhyming picture book that's perfect for early readers and ESL students! This charming resource combines humor, creativity, and literacy skills in one engaging package. Key Features: 12 beautifully illustrated pages featuring various types of bread in hilarious, unexpected scenariosSimple, catchy rhymes that encourage phonemic awareness and vocabulary developmentIntroduces diverse bread types
PreK - 3rd
Art, Balanced Literacy, Music
Butterfly Study Starter Packet
This packet is for a butterfly study! It has over 50 pages of different resources for implementing a butterfly study in your classroom. We have provided different items for all areas in your classroom. The packet includes:
-Butterfly shop printables for dramatic play
-Butterfly play dough mats for math and cognitive concepts
-Butterfly emotions BINGO for social-emotional development
-Butterfly movement game for gross motor
-Butterfly song and felt board pieces for a large group
-Butterfly frame
PreK
Math
From Farm to Fashion: Interactive Sequencing Activity (Clothing Study)
Bring the clothing creation process to life in your preschool classroom with this colorful and engaging poster picture book! "From Farm to Fashion" is a visual tool that helps young learners understand the sequence of how clothes are made, from growing plants to trying on the finished garment. Perfect for Creative Curriculum's Clothing Study!!!! This product includes: 9 vibrant, illustrated poster pages (8.5x11 inch, printable)1 simple instruction page for teachersKey Features: Large, clear illu
PreK - 1st
Vocabulary
Famous Structures Block Area Book Bilingual!
Place this book in your block area for your students to refer to for building all year round or for your buildings study!
There are 5 pages, including a cover page, which is in English and Spanish!
If you have any comments, suggestions, or questions, please contact us! : )
studystarters@gmail.com
PreK - K
Engineering, Spanish
Bread Study Types of Bread with Countries Display
Bread Study Types of Bread with Countries Display 11 pages 11 different countries with types of bread
PreK - K
Drama, Other (Arts)
Balls Study Counting Cards
Cut out these cards up to 20! Use a clothespin and have your students place the clothespin on the correct number.
PreK - 2nd
Math
From Wheat to Bread: Interactive Sequencing Activity
Bring the process of bread-making to life in your classroom with this engaging, kinesthetic learning activity! "From Wheat to Bread: Interactive Sequencing Activity" is a comprehensive, movement-based lesson that takes students on a journey from the wheat fields to their dinner tables. Key Features: 9 detailed steps covering the entire bread-making processPhysical movements for each step to reinforce learning through kinesthetic engagementEasy-to-follow instructions for teachersAdaptable for
PreK - 3rd
Music, Physical Education
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About the store
Experience
We are a mom and daughter team combining our expertise to support teachers in implementing Creative Curriculum studies and elevating classroom engagement for all learners.
Becky has her Ed.S. in Teaching and Learning, as well as her M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education. She brings extensive knowledge in ECERS, Creative Curriculum, Head Start, CLASS, and more to our resources. Becky is currently in the final stages of completing her Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, which she expects to finish in the next few months. This ongoing pursuit of advanced education ensures that our resources are informed by the latest research and best practices in the field.
Caylee has her M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education and Ed.S. in Educational Leadership. As a Preschool For All Teacher, she works with both special education students and English language learners. Caylee holds credentials as a Technology Specialist, English as a Second Language instructor, Special Education teacher, and has her Type 75 certification. Her diverse experience allows her to contribute practical, creative ideas that cater to a wide range of learning needs.
Our combined expertise spans early childhood education, special education, ESL instruction, educational technology, and leadership. This allows us to create comprehensive, inclusive, and practical resources specifically tailored to jumpstart Creative Curriculum studies in diverse classroom settings.
We specialize in developing resources that pertain to Creative Curriculum, focusing particularly on how to effectively initiate and implement the curriculum's studies. Our materials are designed to help teachers start Creative Curriculum studies with confidence, creativity, and inclusivity.
We provide a variety of resources, including ideas for enriching your classroom environment, customizable printable materials, and strategies for enhancing student engagement. Our resources also include thought-provoking outlines and open-ended questions to help children reach the next level of thinking within the framework of Creative Curriculum.
We're excited to share our ideas and materials to help you get your Creative Curriculum studies off to a great start, ensuring that all children, regardless of their learning needs or language backgrounds, can engage and thrive!
Teaching style
At the heart of our philosophy are two core principles: Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) and play-based learning. We believe that children learn best when engaged in activities that are both challenging and achievable, tailored to their developmental stages, and rooted in play. This belief infuses all of our resources.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Becky's career in early childhood education has been marked by numerous accolades, particularly during her time in childcare leadership. Her exceptional skills and dedication have been recognized with multiple Director of the Year awards. These honors highlight Becky's ability to create and maintain high-quality early childhood programs, mentor staff, and implement effective curriculum strategies. Her awards span several years, demonstrating consistent excellence and innovation in the field.
Caylee has been making waves in her own right as a classroom educator. She has been nominated for her area's Great Teacher of the Year Award for two consecutive years - 2023 and 2024. This prestigious nomination reflects her commitment to excellence in teaching and her ability to create engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environments.
My own education history
Certainly! Here's an edited version that provides more information about the creators behind this store:
Welcome to our store! We're Becky and Caylee, a mother-daughter team passionate about early childhood education and dedicated to supporting teachers in implementing Creative Curriculum effectively and creatively.
Becky brings a wealth of experience and education to our resources. With an Ed.S. in Teaching and Learning and an M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education, she's been a lifelong advocate for quality early childhood education. Becky's extensive knowledge in ECERS, Creative Curriculum, Head Start, and CLASS informs all our materials. She's currently putting the finishing touches on her Ed.D. in Curriculum and Instruction, ensuring our resources are always aligned with the latest research and best practices.
Caylee complements our team with her hands-on classroom experience and diverse skill set. She holds an M.Ed. in Early Childhood Education and an Ed.S. in Educational Leadership. As a Preschool For All Teacher, Caylee works daily with special education students and English language learners. Her credentials as a Technology Specialist, ESL instructor, and Special Education teacher, along with her Type 75 certification, allow her to create resources that are not only engaging but also inclusive and adaptable to various learning needs.
Together, we combine our theoretical knowledge and practical experience to create resources that truly work in the classroom. Our materials are designed to help you kickstart Creative Curriculum studies with confidence, providing innovative ideas for classroom environment enrichment, customizable printables, and strategies to enhance student engagement across all learning levels and backgrounds.
We're more than just resource creators - we're educators who understand the challenges and joys of the classroom. Our goal is to support you in making your classroom a vibrant, inclusive learning environment where every child can thrive.
Thank you for visiting our store. We're excited to be part of your teaching journey and look forward to helping you bring Creative Curriculum to life in your classroom!
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