The Creative Compass
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Oakville, Ontario, Canada
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I'm a passionate English and French teacher with a background in inclusive education and student-centered learning. I specialize in engaging, differentiated resources that support diverse learners, including activities for novel studies, literacy skills, and classroom management. My goal is to create meaningful and accessible materials that make learning fun and effective!
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End of Year FUN Activity| How Well Do You Know Your Teacher?| Grades 3-12
Looking for a fun and engaging end-of-year activity for your students? This interactive slideshow game is the perfect way to wrap up the school year with laughter, classroom connection, and student engagement. “How Well Do You Know Your Teacher?” is a low-prep classroom icebreaker that invites students to guess fun personal facts about their teacher—from your favorite Starbucks order to your childhood celebrity crush. Ideal for classroom parties, homeroom games, or the last week of school, this
3rd - 12th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Meet the Teacher Template | Editable Teacher Introduction Page | Back to School
Looking for the perfect Meet the Teacher template to make a great first impression? This editable teacher introduction page is ideal for back to school, open house, curriculum night, or parent communication folders. Designed for elementary, middle school, and high school teachers, this resource helps you introduce yourself with a clean, professional layout that is both informative and visually appealing. This resource includes everything you need to personalize your own Meet the Teacher letter o
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For All Subjects
Three Teacher Resume Templates & Four Full Portfolio Templates- Fully Editable
Stand out in today’s competitive education job market with this Teacher Resume and Portfolio Templates Bundle, designed specifically for K–12 educators. This comprehensive collection of editable teacher resume templates and customizable teacher portfolio templates will help you create a polished, professional presentation for interviews, job fairs, school board applications, and practicum evaluations. Whether you're a new teacher, experienced educator, or student teacher entering the field, this
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For All Subjects
Back to School FUN Activity| Get to Know Your Teacher?| Grades 3-12
Looking for a fun, engaging, and low-prep back-to-school activity to help students feel comfortable and connected from day one? This Get to Know Your Teacher Activity is the perfect interactive slideshow game to kick off the school year. Students will love guessing fun personal facts about their teacher, creating opportunities for laughter, curiosity, and classroom bonding. Ideal for the first week of school, this teacher introduction activity builds classroom community and sets a welcoming ton
3rd - 12th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Topic Sentence and Body Paragraph Powerpoint Lesson
This editable slideshow provides a clear and structured approach to teaching topic sentences and body paragraph writing. It breaks down essential concepts and includes engaging activities to help students refine their writing skills. What’s Included:Definition & Purpose of a Topic Sentence – Explains how topic sentences introduce the main idea, connect to the thesis, and guide the reader.Characteristics of a Strong Topic Sentence – Identifies key traits and provides examples of weak vs. strong
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays
Any Book Novel Study Assignments Grades 7-12
This any book novel study assignment package is perfect for engaging students in critical thinking, literary analysis, and creative writing. Designed to enhance student comprehension and encourage deep textual exploration, these assignments can be applied to any book or novel study and are ideal for boosting reading comprehension, writing skills, and literary appreciation. With easy-to-use rubrics, students can track their progress while building essential academic skills in a fun and meaningful
7th - 12th
Close Reading, Novel Studies, Writing
Passé Composé with Être PowerPoint Lesson
This PowerPoint lesson is designed to effectively teach your students the key aspects of passé composé with 'être'. It includes engaging lessons, clear explanations, and interactive slides to reinforce essential grammar skills. The presentation covers: Passé Composé with ‘Être’ Regular Verbs: An overview of how regular verbs are conjugated in the passé composé with ‘être’, including rules, examples, and practice.Passé Composé with ‘Être’ Irregular Verbs: A lesson on irregular verbs that use ‘êtr
4th - 11th
French, Grammar, Writing
Happy Mail- Teacher Mail to Students
Looking for an easy way to celebrate student successes and boost classroom morale? Teacher Mail is a simple yet powerful tool that allows you to recognize and encourage your students with personalized notes. Whether they showed kindness, worked hard, or made progress, these notes help foster a positive and supportive learning environment. What’s Included? Ready-to-print Teacher Mail note templates A variety of designs to suit different occasions Space for a personalized message from the teacher
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For All Subjects
Emergency Sub Plan Kindergarten- FULL DAY Lessons, Activities, Handouts & MORE
Be prepared for any last-minute absence with this full-day set of Emergency Sub Plans for Kindergarten! Designed for easy implementation, this resource includes everything a substitute teacher needs to run a smooth and engaging day in the classroom. Includes: - Morning Meeting Slides (Calendar, Feelings Check-in, Weather, letter review, number review, etc) - Storybook: "Timmy’s Big Adventure" (Full PDF Story + Comprehension Questions) - Literacy Activities (Phonics Game, Writing Activity) -
K - 1st
English Language Arts, Math, Science
Contractions, MLA, & Transition Words Lessons Grades 5-9
Contractions, Transition Words, and MLA Citation Group Lesson SetThis comprehensive lesson set covers essential grammar and writing skills, perfect for reinforcing key concepts in the classroom. Students will learn how to correctly use contractions, transition words, and MLA format for in-text citations and works cited pages. The set includes engaging activities, group work exercises, and clear examples to help students apply these concepts in their writing. Ideal for English Language Arts class
5th - 9th
English Language Arts, Grammar
Editable Parent Teacher Conference Form
Streamline your parent-teacher conferences with this editable and printable Parent-Teacher Conference Form. Designed for efficient documentation and clear communication, this form helps teachers organize key student strengths, areas for growth, and discussion points in a structured and professional format. Perfect for elementary and secondary educators, this resource ensures that parent meetings are productive, well-documented, and focused on student success. What's Included? Editable digital
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For All Subjects
Personalized Book Covers for School Subjects- Easy-to-Color and Customize!
These personalized notebook covers for school subjects are perfect for students in grades 1-8! With easy-to-color designs, these book covers allow students to add their own personal touch to their school supplies. Customize each cover by coloring in subjects like Math, Science, English, History, and more. Ideal for teachers who want to encourage creativity and organization, these book covers make it easy to help students stay organized while also personalizing their learning materials. Ideal for
K - 8th
For All Subjects
Resume, Cover letter, Interview Slide Show Lessons WITH Activities!
Resume, Cover Letter and Interview Lessons! Great for High school students. NO PREP REQUIRED Equip your students with the tools they need to create standout resumes and cover letters with this comprehensive and engaging PowerPoint presentation! Designed for high school students, this resource provides step-by-step guidance on crafting professional documents and acing interviews. What’s Included:Clear definitions and purposes of resumes and cover letters.Detailed breakdowns of key resume sections
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English Language Arts
Also included in: Resume Writing Unit Lessons & Activities- Career Readiness & Job Prep
DIGITAL PLANNER -Student Planner and Teacher Plan Book
This Editable Teacher Planner and Binder is designed to help educators stay organized throughout the school year. Featuring a clean and professional pastel white and pink theme, this resource includes everything needed to manage lesson plans, schedules, student information, and classroom organization. Whether you're a new teacher, student teacher, or experienced educator, this planner will help streamline your daily tasks. Product Features: Customizable Teacher Binder Covers – Personalize with y
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For All Subjects
Essay Writing Outline & Transition Words PowerPoint
Essay Writing Outline & Transition Words PowerPointMake essay writing easier for your students with this structured and engaging PowerPoint. This resource breaks down the essential building blocks of an essay, guiding students through the introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion with clear explanations and examples. What’s Included:Essay Outline Breakdown – Teaches students how to structure their essays effectively.Step-by-Step Example – Uses a sample essay on social media’s impact on menta
6th - 10th
English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays
End of Year Reflection Activity Packet | GRADES 3-11 | Writing Activities
Looking for meaningful and engaging end-of-year activities for middle school or high school students? This printable reflection packet is perfect for wrapping up the school year with intention. Designed for elementary, middle, and secondary classrooms, these no-prep worksheets help students reflect on their academic growth, celebrate class memories, and create lasting keepsakes. These reflection activities are ideal for the last week of school, advisory periods, morning work, sub plans, or SEL
3rd - 11th
Classroom Community, Creative Writing, For All Subjects
Passé Composé Lesson and Practice with AVOIR
These comprehensive lessons covers key concepts in the passé composé with AVOIR, perfect for French core or immersion students. The lessons include: Passé Composé with Avoir and -er VerbsPassé Composé with -re VerbsPassé Composé with -ir VerbsIrregular Passé Composé VerbsNegation in the Passé ComposéEach mini lesson is designed to help students understand the different conjugation rules for each group of verbs, with plenty of practice exercises to reinforce their skills. The class activities gi
5th - 11th
Basic Principles, French, Writing
Also included in: Passé Composé with Avoir Lesson, Practice and Assessment
French Spring | le printemps | Vocabulary | Matching Game | Grades 2-7
Looking for a fun, engaging, and educational French spring vocabulary activity to boost language learning in your classroom? This printable French matching game is perfect for reviewing and reinforcing spring-themed French words related to weather, nature, animals, and seasonal activities. Ideal for core French, French immersion, and beginner French learners, this spring word work resource helps students build confidence in vocabulary recognition while practicing reading and comprehension in an
2nd - 7th
French, Sight Words, Vocabulary
End of Year Awards- Editable, Printable and Digital. FOR ALL GRADES
Make your end-of-year celebration unforgettable with this mega bundle of 100 End of Year Student Awards. This fun, inclusive, and engaging awards pack is the ultimate way to recognize every student’s unique personality, talents, and achievements. With 100 different student award certificates to choose from—ranging from academic to humorous to "Most Likely To..."—this printable and editable resource is perfect for elementary, middle school, or high school teachers looking to build classroom commu
2nd - 12th
Classroom Community, For All Subjects
Conclusion Essay Writing Powerpoint Lesson- Grades 7-10
This engaging PowerPoint presentation teaches students how to write effective conclusion paragraphs. It provides clear explanations, structured examples, and practical strategies to help students restate their thesis, summarize key points, and leave a lasting impression. What’s Included:Definition and purpose of a conclusionWhat a conclusion should and should not includeStep-by-step structure of a strong conclusionWeak vs. strong conclusion examplesStrategies for writing impactful final thoughts
7th - 10th
English Language Arts, Writing, Writing-Essays
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About the store
Experience
I'm a passionate English and French teacher with a background in inclusive education and student-centered learning. I specialize in engaging, differentiated resources that support diverse learners, including activities for novel studies, literacy skills, and classroom management. My goal is to create meaningful and accessible materials that make learning fun and effective!
Teaching style
As an experienced educator passionate about French and English, I focus on creating engaging and interactive lessons that foster creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration. I use a variety of teaching strategies, including experiential learning, games, and differentiated instruction, to ensure that all students are motivated and supported. I believe in creating inclusive classrooms where every student can thrive, incorporating accommodations and modifications to meet individual needs. My resources are designed to be flexible and easy to implement, helping teachers create dynamic, student-centered lessons that spark curiosity and a love for learning.
My own education history
- Honours Bachelor of English Language and Literature
- Bachelor of Education
- Minor in French as a Second Language
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