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Synergizing in Second

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Longmont, Colorado, United States
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This year is my 10th year teaching! I've taught 2nd grade for 5 years and am now experiencing life in 5th!
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Preview of iReady Lessons Tracker: Student Data Tracking for Goal Setting or Accountability

iReady Lessons Tracker: Student Data Tracking for Goal Setting or Accountability

Use these sheets to have your students keep track of their iReady lessons that they've completed. These can be used as visuals to show students how they are doing in each subject. Perfect for data binders, leadership notebooks, or student conferences.
Preview of Diphthong -OW / -OU Word Sort: April Showers Bring May Flowers

Diphthong -OW / -OU Word Sort: April Showers Bring May Flowers

This is a word sort activity to use with the diphthongs -ow and -ou. Attached you will find 12 pages which contain: -Directions -Sorting Mats -24 word cards -Recording sheet Please leave me some feedback after downloading! Enjoy!
Preview of Nightly Reading Log

Nightly Reading Log

I used this Reading Log sheet as nightly homework with my second graders. They are allowed to pick any book they wish. All they need to do is write the title of the book they read, and all parents have to do is sign. I am not big on homework, but this let me know that they were reading each night, which is very important! There is a spot to fill in how many minutes they need to read each night. There is also enough room to write the dates in for each day of the week. I do not give homework
Preview of Homophone Memory Game FREEBIE: A Pair of Pears

Homophone Memory Game FREEBIE: A Pair of Pears

A Pair of Pears is a homophone memory game that can be played with a small group. I created this game for my reading intervention group, which has 6 students, but this game could be played with a smaller group as well. This 22 page pack contains: *Directions to the game *44 pear word cards (22 pairs of homophones) *9 Blank pear word cards *Response sheet (Students will pick one pair of homophones, write a silly sentence using both, and draw a picture to go with their sentence.) Please follo
Preview of Living and Nonliving Scavenger Hunt

Living and Nonliving Scavenger Hunt

Living and Non-living scavenger hunt. This fun print and go resource can be used when teaching living and non-living things. It can be used indoors, outside, around the school, or around the classroom! Font credit: AGMondayBunday & AGICant by AG Fonts
Preview of Place Value Game {Expanded Notation & Base Ten Block Matching}

Place Value Game {Expanded Notation & Base Ten Block Matching}

This product can be played alone, with partners, or with a group. I created this game to be used in during small group or in my math centers. Students will match a number card to its corresponding expanded form and base-ten representation. This packet includes: -24 Cards (8 Number cards, 8 Expanded Notation cards, 8 Base-Ten cards) -Directions -A sorting mat (to help students organize their cards) -Recording sheet **Make sure to laminate for durability! I would appreciate any feedback on my pr
Preview of EDITABLE Classroom Newsletter Templates {Brights, Black & White, and more!}

EDITABLE Classroom Newsletter Templates {Brights, Black & White, and more!}

These classroom newsletter templates are editable and easy to change! The design is very simple with colors or black and white. I have 9 different color palettes for you to choose from (or you can create your own). I have also included two different heading versions, however, EVERYTHING is EDITABLE so that you can create your own headings if the premade ones don't work for you! Premade headings include: *Version 1: Important Dates, Notes from the Teacher, Special Schedule, What We're Learning,
Preview of Two-Digit Addition and Subtraction Sort (without regrouping)

Two-Digit Addition and Subtraction Sort (without regrouping)

This is a great math sort to use in math centers. Students will pick raindrop card that contains a two-digit addition or subtraction problem (without regrouping). They solve and sort it onto the correct puddle that contains the answer. This math sort can be done alone, with a partner, or as a group. This product contains: -Direction sheet -Raindrop addition/subtraction cards (6 addition, 6 subtraction) -3 sorting puddles (sorting mats) -8 BLANK raindrop cards -2 BLANK sorting puddles -Recor
Preview of Birthday Balloon Set {FREEBIE}

Birthday Balloon Set {FREEBIE}

I created these balloons to be used to display student birthdays. All you have to do is print off, write in your students' birthdays, laminate/ cut out and hang on your wall. For a 3D look, you could attach string to the bottoms! FREE "Hello Firstie" font by Jen Jones www.helloliteracy.blogspot.com” ENJOY!
Preview of Daily Writing Prompts | Perfect for Journals or Morning Work |

Daily Writing Prompts | Perfect for Journals or Morning Work |

In my classroom, I do whiteboard prompts where students respond to a question each morning as part of their morning work. I was getting tired of looking all over the place for a prompt to use, so I compiled all of the prompts into one place! Now, I use these sheets in the morning and just pick a prompt for the day! It's a time saver! There are 140 different prompts to use with your students! Note: These are NOT all my original prompt ideas, I just put them all together!
Preview of Bright Owl Themed Newsletter Template

Bright Owl Themed Newsletter Template

I left this file as a PowerPoint, so that you can change the wording and headers to meet your needs. In the newsletter you can find these sections, but all are editable: *What we're learning *Reminders *Upcoming events *Contact Information Font used are by AG Fonts: AGMondayBunday AGRunningLateIsMyCardio AGNopeNotToday I would love any and all feedback on this product. Enjoy!
Preview of 12 Monthly Themed Newsletter Templates {EDITABLE}

12 Monthly Themed Newsletter Templates {EDITABLE}

EDITABLE Newsletter template with monthly themes. This would be perfect for weekly/monthly communication to school, parents, and families. Each monthly newsletter template uses the same format, but with has different clip art. You can enter your own classroom information by typing right into the PRE-MADE text boxes where you can change the font, size, color, etc… Product includes: -12 different PowerPoint templates- a different newsletter template for each month.
Preview of Subtraction with Regrouping Song

Subtraction with Regrouping Song

Use this quick song to help your students remember the steps of regrouping when subtracting numbers with two or more digits. It is written to the tune of "Uptown Funk" by Bruno Mars. Enjoy! All fonts used are AG Fonts by Amy Groesbeck: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Amy-Groesbeck
Preview of Compare and Contrast Texts Graphic Organizer

Compare and Contrast Texts Graphic Organizer

This two-page graphic organizer can be used to compare and contrast two texts on the same topic. Using the organizer and two texts, students will record the: -Title -Author -Author's Purpose: Persuade, Inform, Entertain -Main Topic -4 similarities -4 Differences I used this in my with my students when we read Seed by Seed by Esme Raji Codell and Johnny Appleseed by Lola M Schaefer. Font Credit: AG Fonts---- http://bit.ly/2jO5HTt
Preview of Factors and Multiples Song

Factors and Multiples Song

Use this quick song to help your students remember the difference between factors and multiples. It is written to the tune of "Thunder" by Imagine Dragons. Enjoy! All fonts used are AG Fonts by Amy Groesbeck: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Amy-Groesbeck
Preview of IB PYP Learner Profile: Student Shout Outs & Recognition Slips

IB PYP Learner Profile: Student Shout Outs & Recognition Slips

Catch-a-Classmate is a way for students and teachers to give recognition to students for showing traits of the IB PYP Learner Profile. Can be used easily as a classroom management tool or for an extra incentive during the day/week/month! Just copy, cut apart, and place somewhere in your classroom that's easily accessible to students and you are done!
Preview of The Gift of Grammar {Noun, Verb, Adjective sort}

The Gift of Grammar {Noun, Verb, Adjective sort}

This Christmas-themed Noun, Verb, and Adjective sort would be great to review the three types of words. This product can be used as a Literacy center, partner game, whole class review, and more! Product includes: -27 word cards (9 nouns, 9 verbs, 9 adjectives) -3 sorting mats -1 student direction sheet -1 student recording sheet *Laminate for durability!
Preview of Multiple-Meaning Word Match

Multiple-Meaning Word Match

This resource is a great way to practice those tricky multiple-meaning words. It can be used as a game or as a center activity. This pack includes: -13 Word Cards each with two definition cards -3 blank word cards with corresponding definition cards -Game cards -Teacher directions -Match game directions -Two recording sheets for differentiation, reinforcement, or accountability
Preview of December Writing Paper

December Writing Paper

This product includes 8 writing papers / stationary with a December/Christmas theme. You can use these printable papers for journal writing, writing assignments, in a writing center, and more! - Total of 8 templates (8 1/2 x 11 in.), 4 different designs (all in color and black & white).
Preview of Synonym Slap!

Synonym Slap!

Synonym Slap! is a game that can be played with 3 or more students to review synonyms. Game includes directions on how to play, word cards, and a recording sheet for extra practice. Word cards can also be used to play "memory".
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Experience

This year is my 10th year teaching! I've taught 2nd grade for 5 years and am now experiencing life in 5th!

Teaching style

My teaching style is very hands-on. Less worksheets, the better! I love developing new activities and games for my students to use in the classroom to review or introduce new concepts.

My own education history

I attended the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater where I received my BA in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Special Education. I have my Masters if Educational Technology.