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I have 31 years of classroom experience. 28 of those years have been in a public school setting teaching 2nd - 4th grades and 6th grade in all content areas. The past 3 years, I have taught in a private school setting as the K-5 STEM teacher. For approximately a year, I have also worked as a part time curriculum coordinator. In addition to school classroom experience, I have worked in churches as a teacher and leader, including writing curriculum for both children and adults.
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Preview of BUNDLE & SAVE: End-of-School Year Activities; Grades K-2 for Christian Education

BUNDLE & SAVE: End-of-School Year Activities; Grades K-2 for Christian Education

Make the last days of school fun, meaningful, and stress-free with these end-of-year scavenger hunts and Countdown to the Last Day activities with biblical faith-based integration! This resource includes two ready-to-use hunts: outdoor and indoor scavenger hunt options as well as a 10 day countdown that includes challenges: Academic tasks to keep brains activeThoughtfulness activities to grow heartsClean-up tasks to prepare the classroomPersonal reflectionsWith simple directions and flexible for
Preview of BUNDLE & SAVE! End-of-School Year Activities for Grades K - 2nd

BUNDLE & SAVE! End-of-School Year Activities for Grades K - 2nd

Make the last days of school fun, meaningful, and stress-free with these end-of-year scavenger hunts and Countdown to the Last Day activities! This resource includes two ready-to-use hunts: outdoor and indoor scavenger hunt options as well as a 10 day countdown that includes challenges: Academic tasks to keep brains activeThoughtfulness activities to grow heartsClean-up tasks to prepare the classroomPersonal reflectionsWith simple directions and flexible formats, these activities are perfect for
Preview of Rules of Divisibility Sorting Cards for Grades 3 - 6

Rules of Divisibility Sorting Cards for Grades 3 - 6

This hands-on divisibility sorting activity is a fun and engaging way for students to practice identifying divisibility rules! Students sort number cards under matching divisibility headings while strengthening number sense and math reasoning skills. Perfect for math centers, partner work, small groups, review days, or independent practice! This resource includes: Multiple levels of differentiation Divisibility rules anchor chart Sorting heading cards Number cards Answer keys Color and bla
Preview of BUNDLE: Creation Digital Slide Storybook and Earth Day Activities-Christian Edu

BUNDLE: Creation Digital Slide Storybook and Earth Day Activities-Christian Edu

Bring faith and learning together with this engaging Earth Day and Creation Story bundle! This resource combines hands-on Earth Day activities with a digital slide storybook of the Genesis creation story, helping students connect caring for the Earth with God’s role as Creator. Perfect for Christian classrooms and homeschool settings, this bundle makes it easy to teach stewardship, creation, and responsibility in a meaningful and age-appropriate way.
Preview of Earth Day Activities for Elementary Students - Christian Education

Earth Day Activities for Elementary Students - Christian Education

Make Earth Day meaningful and faith-centered with this engaging, ready-to-use resource! This set of Earth Day activities helps students understand how caring for the Earth connects to their responsibility as stewards of God’s creation. Students will explore important environmental concepts through hands-on, interactive activities like planting seeds, sorting recycling, creating art from reused materials, and learning about water conservation. Each activity includes simple directions, materials l
Preview of Easter Unit Week 4: The Empty Tomb Through the Eyes of Mary Magdalene

Easter Unit Week 4: The Empty Tomb Through the Eyes of Mary Magdalene

Easter is the most important event in the Christian faith. It tells the story of Jesus’ love, sacrifice, and victory over sin and death. This unit invites students to explore the Easter story by seeing it through the eyes of people who experienced it firsthand. This lesson focuses on the resurrection from the perspective of Mary Magdalene.
Preview of End-of-School Year Scavenger Hunts; Grades 3-5 for Christian Education

End-of-School Year Scavenger Hunts; Grades 3-5 for Christian Education

Make the last days of school fun, meaningful, and stress-free with these faith-based end-of-year scavenger hunts with biblical integration. This resource includes two ready-to-use hunts: outdoor and indoor options for upper elementary (3–5) students. Each activity encourages observation, reflection, and engagement while keeping students actively learning during the busy end-of-year season. Just print and go - no prep required!
Preview of End-of-School Year Scavenger Hunts for Grades 3-5

End-of-School Year Scavenger Hunts for Grades 3-5

Make the last days of school fun, meaningful, and stress-free with these end-of-year scavenger hunts! This resource includes two ready-to-use hunts: outdoor and indoor options for upper elementary (3–5) students. Each activity encourages observation, reflection, and engagement while keeping students actively learning during the busy end-of-year season. Just print and go - no prep required!
Preview of Earth Day Activities for Elementary Students

Earth Day Activities for Elementary Students

Make Earth Day meaningful, engaging, and easy to implement with this ready-to-use resource! This set of Earth Day activities is designed to help students understand how they can care for the planet through hands-on learning, reading, and real-world connections. Students will explore important environmental concepts through interactive activities like planting seeds, sorting recycling, creating art from reused materials, and investigating water conservation. Each activity includes simple directio
Preview of Psalms of Love: Week 4 - Ps 145 Our Love for Others for Elementary Ages

Psalms of Love: Week 4 - Ps 145 Our Love for Others for Elementary Ages

Help students apply God’s love to their daily lives with this rich lesson from Psalm 145. Children learn that because God is compassionate, patient, and kind, we are called to show that same love to others. This week includes a complete lesson structure with opening activity, Bible reading, K–1 mini-book, Grades 2–5 reading passage, writing prompts, and discussion questions centered on living out God’s love. A perfect way to wrap up the unit and reinforce Christlike character.
Preview of Easter Unit Week 3: The Cross Through the Eyes of a Roman Soldier

Easter Unit Week 3: The Cross Through the Eyes of a Roman Soldier

Easter is the most important event in the Christian faith. It tells the story of Jesus’ love, sacrifice, and victory over sin and death. This unit invites students to explore the Easter story by seeing it through the eyes of people who experienced it firsthand. This lesson focuses on the crucifixion of Christ from the perspective of a Roman Soldier.
Preview of Easter Unit Week 2: The Last Supper Through the Eyes of a Disciples

Easter Unit Week 2: The Last Supper Through the Eyes of a Disciples

Easter is the most important event in the Christian faith. It tells the story of Jesus’ love, sacrifice, and victory over sin and death. This unit invites students to explore the Easter story by seeing it through the eyes of people who experienced it firsthand. This lesson focuses on the Last Supper from the perspective of the disciples.
Preview of Easter Unit Week 1: Palm Sunday Through the Eyes of the Crowd

Easter Unit Week 1: Palm Sunday Through the Eyes of the Crowd

Easter is the most important event in the Christian faith. It tells the story of Jesus’ love, sacrifice, and victory over sin and death. This unit invites students to explore the Easter story by seeing it through the eyes of people who experienced it firsthand. This lesson focuses on Jesus' entry into Jerusalem from the perspective of the crowd.
Preview of Choosing Your Path: Making Decision for Elementary Christian Education

Choosing Your Path: Making Decision for Elementary Christian Education

Help your students learn how to make wise, God-honoring decisions with Choosing Your Path: Making Decisions for Elementary Christian Education. Perfect for elementary Bible classes, chapel, churches, small groups, or Christian schools. Includes: Scripture-based lesson & discussion questions Object lesson (Decision Filter) Student activities (including cut-and-paste & Y-chart) Memory verse posters & cards Editable Google Slides sorting activity
Preview of Psalms of Love: Week 2 - Ps 66 God Listens He Loves Us for Elementary Ages

Psalms of Love: Week 2 - Ps 66 God Listens He Loves Us for Elementary Ages

Teach students the powerful truth that God hears their prayers with this engaging lesson based on Psalm 66:16–20. Children discover that God listens with love, responds with care, and is always available when they call on Him. This week includes a hands-on object lesson, guided Bible reading, K–1 mini-book, Grades 2–5 reading selection, discussion questions, and writing prompts. Perfect for helping students build confidence in prayer and grow in their relationship with God.
Preview of Digital Slide Storybook: God is Love 1 John 4 for Christian Education Gr. K-3

Digital Slide Storybook: God is Love 1 John 4 for Christian Education Gr. K-3

This digital slide storybook teaches children the message of God’s love from 1 John 4 in a simple, engaging format. Perfect for Christian classrooms, Sunday School, or homeschool, this resource includes an editable Google Slides story, a memory verse poster and student cards, and a heart puzzle activity. Easy to present on any device and optional service-learning ideas help students put the lesson into action. A meaningful addition to any Bible curriculum.
Preview of End-of-School Year Scavenger Hunts; Grades K - 2 for Christian Education

End-of-School Year Scavenger Hunts; Grades K - 2 for Christian Education

Make the last days of school fun, meaningful, and stress-free with these end-of-year scavenger hunts. This resource includes two ready-to-use hunts: outdoor and indoor options for primary (K–2). Each activity includes faith-based biblical integration and encourages observation, reflection, and engagement while keeping students actively learning during the busy end-of-year season. Just print and go - no prep required!
Preview of End-of-School Year Scavenger Hunt for Grades K-2

End-of-School Year Scavenger Hunt for Grades K-2

Make the last days of school fun, meaningful, and stress-free with these end-of-year scavenger hunts. This resource includes two ready-to-use hunts: outdoor and indoor options for primary (K–2) students. Each activity encourages observation, reflection, and engagement while keeping students actively learning during the busy end-of-year season. Just print and go - no prep required!
Preview of Psalms of Love: Week 3 - Ps 91 God's Love Protects Us for Elementary Ages

Psalms of Love: Week 3 - Ps 91 God's Love Protects Us for Elementary Ages

Introduce students to the comforting promise of God’s protection with this week-long study of Psalm 91:1–4, 11, 14–16. Students learn how God shelters, guards, and stays close to those who trust Him. The lesson includes an object lesson, engaging teaching points, a K–1 mini-book, Grades 2–5 reading passage, writing prompts, and discussion questions that help students understand God’s tender, powerful care. Ideal for encouraging trust and security in God’s love.
Preview of Psalms of Love: Week 1 - Ps 136 God's Faithful Love for Elementary Ages

Psalms of Love: Week 1 - Ps 136 God's Faithful Love for Elementary Ages

Celebrate the never-ending love of God with this complete week of lessons based on Psalm 136. Students explore the repeated truth, “His faithful love endures forever,” through hands-on activities, age-appropriate reading selections, and meaningful discussion. This week helps children recognize God’s goodness in creation and daily life while learning that His love has no limits. Includes a K–1 mini-book, a Grades 2–5 reading passage, memory verse focus, writing prompts, and ready-to-use lesson c
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About the store

Experience

I have 31 years of classroom experience. 28 of those years have been in a public school setting teaching 2nd - 4th grades and 6th grade in all content areas. The past 3 years, I have taught in a private school setting as the K-5 STEM teacher. For approximately a year, I have also worked as a part time curriculum coordinator. In addition to school classroom experience, I have worked in churches as a teacher and leader, including writing curriculum for both children and adults.

Teaching style

My teaching style focuses on: -whole brain learning -hands-on learning -discovery and exploration -using meaningful 21st century skills -moving from concrete to pictorial to abstract in instruciton -using a variety of teaching methods and strategies -differentiating instruction for all learners

Awards & shining teacher moments

Teacher of the Year 2010

My own education history

BA in Elementary Education