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Gainesville, Virginia, United States
About the store
Welcome to my store! I am a seasoned teacher - currently in my 21st year of teaching. I have taught all grades and subjects from 1st to 8th. But 6th Grade is my sweet spot... Currently, I am on my 11th year teaching 6th Grade ELA in Prince William County Schools, in Virginia. Before moving to Virginia: I taught in St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands and in Gainesville and Newberry Florida.
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Preview of Black History Month Logic Puzzles Bundle | Critical Thinking No prep Multi Grade

Black History Month Logic Puzzles Bundle | Critical Thinking No prep Multi Grade

Engage your students with Differentiated, Black History Month logic puzzles that build critical thinking, problem solving, and deductive reasoning skills while honoring influential Black leaders and historical contributions. This bundle includes Multi-Grade logic grid puzzles and themed brain teasers designed for upper elementary and middle school learners. These activities are ideal for classroom centers, enrichment, early finishers, morning work, sub plans, or independent practice duri
Preview of Summer Logic Puzzle Bundle | Grades 3–6 - Differentiated Critical Thinking

Summer Logic Puzzle Bundle | Grades 3–6 - Differentiated Critical Thinking

Keep students engaged when attention spans start to melt with these fun, no-prep ☀️ Summer Logic Puzzles designed for grades 3–6. (3rd - 5th Grade) This bundle includes differentiated puzzles across multiple grade levels, making it perfect for mixed-ability classrooms, end-of-year review, summer school, or enrichment time.🧩Each puzzle encourages students to use critical thinking, reasoning, and problem-solving skills in a way that feels more like a challenge than an assignment. 🧠 What’s Inclu
Preview of Womens History Month Logic Puzzles Bundle| Critical Thinking No prep Multi Grade

Womens History Month Logic Puzzles Bundle| Critical Thinking No prep Multi Grade

Engage your students with Differentiated, Women's History Month logic puzzles that build critical thinking, problem solving, and deductive reasoning skills while honoring influential Women and historical contributions. This bundle includes Multi-Grade logic grid puzzles and themed brain teasers designed for upper elementary and middle school learners. These activities are ideal for classroom centers, enrichment, early finishers, morning work, sub plans, or independent practice during Mar
Preview of End of Year Activities | National Park Memory Book | Grades 5-7

End of Year Activities | National Park Memory Book | Grades 5-7

National Park End of Year Memory Book Activities for Grades 5–7 🌲🏕️ Wrap up the school year with this engaging National Park-themed Memory Book designed for upper elementary and middle school students! This printable resource helps students reflect on their year, celebrate friendships, share memories, and look ahead to future goals through meaningful writing and creative activities. Perfect for: What to do when the student's have turned in their devices? End of year activities Last week o
Preview of Summer Logic Puzzles for 3rd & 4th Grade | Critical Thinking Activities- No Prep

Summer Logic Puzzles for 3rd & 4th Grade | Critical Thinking Activities- No Prep

Engage your students with this fun and challenging Summer Logic Puzzle Set designed specifically for 3rd and 4th grade learners! This resource builds essential critical thinking, deductive reasoning, and problem-solving skills through engaging, real-world scenarios students love. This set includes two unique logic puzzles: 🍦 Scoop Shuffle: The Great Ice Cream Mix-Up 🏖️ Sandy Secrets: The Great Beach Day Mix-Up Each puzzle is carefully designed to be age-appropriate, solvable, and frus
Preview of Spring Logic Puzzles for 5th & 6th Grade | Critical Thinking Activities- No Prep

Spring Logic Puzzles for 5th & 6th Grade | Critical Thinking Activities- No Prep

Spring Logic Puzzles for 5th & 6th Grade | Critical Thinking Activities | Brain Teasers & Logic Grid PuzzlesBring critical thinking to life with this fun and engaging Spring Logic Puzzle pack designed for 5th grade, 6th grade, and middle school students! This resource is the perfect way to get students practicing deductive reasoning, problem-solving, and logical thinking through seasonal, high-interest puzzles. ⭐ Grab more free resources and teaching tools here: Click Here!Students will u
Preview of Spring Logic Puzzles for 3rd & 4th Grade | Critical Thinking Activities- No Prep

Spring Logic Puzzles for 3rd & 4th Grade | Critical Thinking Activities- No Prep

Spring Logic Puzzles for3rd & 4th Graders | Critical Thinking Activities | Brain Teasers & Logic Grid PuzzlesBring critical thinking to life with this fun and engaging Spring Logic Puzzle pack designed for 3rd, 4th and Differentiated for Early Middle School! This resource is the perfect way to get students practicing deductive reasoning, problem-solving, and logical thinking through seasonal, high-interest puzzles. ⭐ Grab more free resources and teaching tools here: Click Here!Students wil
Preview of Logic Grid Puzzles Women's History Month- 3rd 4th Grade- no prep

Logic Grid Puzzles Women's History Month- 3rd 4th Grade- no prep

Engage your Elementary school students with challenging Women’s History Month / March logic puzzles designed specifically for Grades 3-4. These deductive reasoning activities strengthen critical thinking skills while highlighting influential women from history. Students must analyze clues, eliminate possibilities, and use structured reasoning to determine correct matches — no prior background knowledge required. What's Included:(all in one printable, answers at the back—not mixed in)2 Grade Le
Preview of Summer Logic Puzzles for 5th & 6th Grade | Critical Thinking Activities- No Prep

Summer Logic Puzzles for 5th & 6th Grade | Critical Thinking Activities- No Prep

Summer Logic Puzzles for 5th & 6th Grade | Critical Thinking Activities | Brain Teasers & Logic Grid PuzzlesBring critical thinking to life with this fun and engaging Summer Logic Puzzle pack designed for 5th grade, 6th grade, and middle school students! Also great for Summer School.🌺 This resource is the perfect way to get students practicing deductive reasoning, problem-solving, and logical thinking through seasonal, high-interest puzzles. ⭐ Grab more free resources and teaching tools he
Preview of Logic Puzzle Grid Critical Thinking Worksheet -Vacation Theme ELA 5th 6th Grade

Logic Puzzle Grid Critical Thinking Worksheet -Vacation Theme ELA 5th 6th Grade

Challenge your students’ critical thinking with this engaging, travel-themed logic grid puzzle! Low prep for the teacher. Perfect for students in grades 5-6, this activity invites learners to use deductive reasoning to solve a multi-variable mystery involving five friends, five vacation destinations, and five favorite activities. This one and done printable resource make it easy on you. Super low prep, Students will love figuring out: •Who is going where (Virginia Beach, Yellowstone, Disney Wo
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Experience

Welcome to my store! I am a seasoned teacher - currently in my 21st year of teaching. I have taught all grades and subjects from 1st to 8th. But 6th Grade is my sweet spot... Currently, I am on my 11th year teaching 6th Grade ELA in Prince William County Schools, in Virginia. Before moving to Virginia: I taught in St. Croix in the US Virgin Islands and in Gainesville and Newberry Florida.

My own education history

I have my masters in education from Regis University in Denver Colorado. I am certified to teach in Florida, the US Virgin Islands, Colorado, and Virginia.

Additional biographical information

I am the mom of 3 rambunctious boys ages 14-25