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Rushville, Indiana, United States
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Hi, I'm Sarah Schwendenman (known as "Mrs. S." to my students), and I am a veteran teacher with over 26 years of experience teaching both general education and special education. I am currently loving life in an amazing school in rural Indiana, where I have the privilege of teaching students in grades K-4 in a pull-out special education classroom. I am an expert at designing and modifying curriculum to meet individual student needs.
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Preview of PA Game | Compound Words |Segmenting Elkonin Boxes| Syllables | PreK Kinder 1st

PA Game | Compound Words |Segmenting Elkonin Boxes| Syllables | PreK Kinder 1st

Build phonological and phonemic awareness with this fun racing-themed game board for segmenting words using touch & say Elkonin Boxes, segmenting syllables, beginning sounds, ending sounds, and breaking or making compound words! This interactive literacy phonics game helps students strengthen skills in phonological and phonemic awareness while keeping learning engaging and hands-on. This resource includes six complete sets of game cards (27 cards per set): Set 1: Segmenting phonemes with Elkon
Preview of Phonics Decodable Digraph CH, SH, TH Game Cards Special Ed Kinder 1st 2nd Grade

Phonics Decodable Digraph CH, SH, TH Game Cards Special Ed Kinder 1st 2nd Grade

Bring decodable reading practice to life with this engaging Science of Reading aligned CVC Word Game! Designed to pair with your existing classic candy-themed board game (not included), these printable beginning digraph word cards transform game time into meaningful, phonics-based instruction. Each card features a beginning digraph word (ch, sh, th) that students read aloud before moving their game piece. This activity builds phonemic awareness, blending, and decoding skills in a fun and interac
Preview of Graphemes Sound Cards Reading Game for Decoding &Phonics | 1st 2nd 3rd Grade

Graphemes Sound Cards Reading Game for Decoding &Phonics | 1st 2nd 3rd Grade

Unlock the secrets of phonics, early reading skills, and word recognition with this fun and interactive sound card game featuring 60 isolated phonics sound cards and 12 POP cards! Perfect for helping students practice essential phonics chunks, decoding strategies, and phonemic awareness, players take turns drawing cards—when they pick a sound card, they say the sound or sounds aloud and keep the card. But watch out! If they draw a POP card, they must return all their collected cards back in
Preview of Short Vowel a e i o u CVC Decodable Phonics Game Cards BUNDLE| K 1st 2nd Grade

Short Vowel a e i o u CVC Decodable Phonics Game Cards BUNDLE| K 1st 2nd Grade

Make phonics review fun with this mixed decodable short vowel CVC word game! Designed to pair with the classic candy-themed game board you already own, these printable CVC word cards include a variety of short vowel sounds for engaging, hands-on decoding practice. Ideal for centers, small groups, or intervention, this decodable phonics game supports Science of Reading-aligned instruction while boosting fluency and confidence with mixed short vowels. Each card features a short vowel CVC word (
Preview of 2-Digit Subtraction NO Regrouping Progress Monitoring  Baseline 15 Trials Graph

2-Digit Subtraction NO Regrouping Progress Monitoring Baseline 15 Trials Graph

✨ Track and assess math skills with this 2-digit subtraction without regrouping progress monitoring resource, perfect for special education, math intervention, RTI assessments, MTSS, and IEP goal tracking. This printable packet includes a baseline test, 15 math probe worksheets (10 questions each for quick percentage scoring), answer keys, and a student progress tracking graph. Designed for 1st grade, 2nd grade, 3rd grade (and beyond) math intervention, these subtraction practice wor
Preview of Decodable Short Vowel CVC Game – Short e Phonics CVC Words Special Ed Kinder 1st

Decodable Short Vowel CVC Game – Short e Phonics CVC Words Special Ed Kinder 1st

Bring decodable reading practice to life with this engaging short e phonics game! Perfect for centers, small groups, or intervention, these printable CVC word cards are designed to be used with the classic candy-themed game board you already have. This decodable short e phonics game gives students meaningful practice reading short e CVC words while building confidence and fluency in a fun, interactive way. Each card features a short E consonant-vowel-consonant word (e.g., we t, hen) that stude
Preview of Alphabet Phonics Game | Lowercase Letter ID for Centers, Intervention, PreK-K-1

Alphabet Phonics Game | Lowercase Letter ID for Centers, Intervention, PreK-K-1

Make learning letters fun and effective with this Science of Reading-aligned alphabet game! Designed to pair with the classic candy-themed board game you already own, this printable lowercase letter card set transforms playtime into an engaging, evidence-based activity focused on letter recognition and phonics skills. Perfect for literacy centers, small groups, or alphabet intervention in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade. This resource includes colorful alphabet cards that prompt students
Preview of FREE Phonics Decodable Short Vowel A Game Cards Special Ed Kinder 1st 2nd Grade

FREE Phonics Decodable Short Vowel A Game Cards Special Ed Kinder 1st 2nd Grade

**FREEBIE** Short A CVC Words Adapted Candyland CardsMake decodable reading practice fun and effective with this short a phonics game! These printable short a CVC word cards are designed to pair with the classic candy-themed game board you already own, turning game time into meaningful phonics instruction. Perfect for small groups, centers, or intervention, this decodable short a phonics game helps build fluency and confidence with CVC words. Each card features a short A consonant-vowel-conson
Preview of Alphabet Phonics Game | Uppercase Letter ID for Centers, Intervention, PreK-K-1

Alphabet Phonics Game | Uppercase Letter ID for Centers, Intervention, PreK-K-1

Make learning letters fun and effective with this Science of Reading-aligned alphabet game! Designed to pair with the classic candy-themed board game you already own, this printable uppercase letter card set transforms playtime into an engaging, evidence-based activity focused on letter recognition and phonics skills. Perfect for literacy centers, small groups, or alphabet intervention in Pre-K, Kindergarten, and 1st grade. This resource includes colorful alphabet cards that prompt students
Preview of Decodable Phonics Short Vowel O Candy Game Cards Special Ed Kinder 1st 2nd Grade

Decodable Phonics Short Vowel O Candy Game Cards Special Ed Kinder 1st 2nd Grade

Make phonics practice fun and effective with this decodable short o phonics game! These printable short o CVC word cards are designed to pair with the classic candy-themed game board you already own, turning game time into meaningful, decodable reading practice. Perfect for literacy centers, small groups, or intervention, this decodable short o phonics game helps students build fluency and confidence with CVC words. Each card features a short O consonant-vowel-consonant word (e.g., hot, cop)
Preview of Telling Time Digital Analog Clock |Hour Half Hour Math Mystery | Cut & Paste +

Telling Time Digital Analog Clock |Hour Half Hour Math Mystery | Cut & Paste +

Students will love reviewing time to the hour and half-hour using this fun math mystery! Help students find Squeaky, their missing classroom guinea pig, by solving 5 clues, leading to the elimination of places where Squeaky could be hiding. Included in the product: *Background story to share with students before they solve the clues *3 time to the hour worksheets (cut/paste, write the time, matching digital and analog clocks) *2 time to the half-hour worksheets (cut/paste, write the time) *Stor
Preview of Decodable Phonics Short Vowel I Game Cards Special Ed Kinder 1st 2nd Grades

Decodable Phonics Short Vowel I Game Cards Special Ed Kinder 1st 2nd Grades

Turn phonics practice into a hands-on learning experience with this short i phonics game! These printable short i CVC word cards are designed to be used with the classic candy-themed board game you already have, making it easy to combine literacy instruction with interactive play. This decodable short i phonics game is perfect for small groups, centers, or intervention and helps students build confidence and fluency with CVC words. Each card features a short I consonant-vowel-consonant word (e
Preview of Short Vowel u Phonics Decodable Candy Game Cards Special Ed Kinder 1st 2nd Grade

Short Vowel u Phonics Decodable Candy Game Cards Special Ed Kinder 1st 2nd Grade

Boost phonics skills with this fun and interactive decodable short u phonics game! These printable short u CVC word cards are designed to pair with the classic candy-themed game board you already have, turning play time into engaging, decodable reading practice. Perfect for centers, small groups, or intervention, this decodable short u phonics game helps students build fluency and confidence with short vowel CVC words. Each card features a short U consonant-vowel-consonant word (e.g., but, du
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Experience

Hi, I'm Sarah Schwendenman (known as "Mrs. S." to my students), and I am a veteran teacher with over 26 years of experience teaching both general education and special education. I am currently loving life in an amazing school in rural Indiana, where I have the privilege of teaching students in grades K-4 in a pull-out special education classroom. I am an expert at designing and modifying curriculum to meet individual student needs.

Teaching style

I believe that students will not learn until they feel safe and comfortable, so I strive to create an environment that fosters student confidence. This is crucial for my special education students, especially, who often lack confidence in themselves. My classroom is based on rigorous, hands-on, fun activities that students ask for again and again!

Awards & shining teacher moments

Best award ever--having students come back after years have gone by to have them say, "You were the best teacher EVER!" Sweet rewards!!

My own education history

I earned my BS of Elementary Education for Indiana University East in 1999, with a middle school Social Studies endorsement. Since then, I've added endorsements in Teaching Reading K-12 and the Early Literacy endorsement. In 2020, I followed my heart and earned my Master of Education degree in Special Education from Western Governor's University.

Additional biographical information

I live in rural southeast Indiana on a farm with my husband, kids, dogs, cats, and cattle! We are crazy busy--and just plain crazy sometimes--but I wouldn't have it any other way! I am blessed to teach in a school I LOVE! Blessed beyond measure! Life is GOOD!