The Data-Based Learning Co.
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Palatine, Illinois, United States
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Hi, I’m Sara Jacobson, an educator and behavior specialist with a background in social-emotional learning, trauma-informed practices, mindfulness and classroom systems that support the whole child.
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from DePaul University and am a non-practicing Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). My experience spans roles as a classroom teacher, SEL specialist, MTSS specialist, high school softball coach, and more, where I’ve worked closely with students, educators, administrators and support teams to build environments that are both structured and responsive.
My work is rooted in the belief that meaningful learning happens when systems, relationships, and emotional safety are aligned. I specialize in creating practical, data-informed resources that support behavior, regulation, and academic growth—without overwhelming teachers.
Through my shop, I focus on developing SEL, math, and literacy tools that are intentional, adaptable, and grounded in real classroom experience. Each resource is designed to reduce teacher burnout while increasing student engagement and independence.
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Decimal Operations | 5th Grade Reward | Math Google Form + Journal Page Bundle
This resource includes a Math Google Form and aligned Math Journal page designed to be used together as a complete learning experience. Students complete the Google Form while using the journal page to organize their thinking, model their work, and make sense of the math in real time. 🧠 How it works: Students solve the 5th Grade Reward problem using the Google Form while using the journal page to: • Organize their thinking as they solve • Model decimal operations using a place value chart
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Writing
CCSS
5.NBT.B.7
Place Value Reasoning | What is the Weather Today? | Math Google Form + Journal
This resource includes a Math Google Form, and aligned Math Journal page designed to be used together as a complete learning experience. Students complete the Google Form while using the journal page to organize their thinking, model their work, and make sense of the math in real time. 🧠 How it works: Students solve the What is the Weather Today? problem using the Google Form while using the journal page to: • Organize their thinking as they solve • Model numbers using a place value chart
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Place Value, Writing
CCSS
4.NBT.A.1
Decimal Operations | Snack Packs | Math Google Form + Journal Page + Video
Looking for a complete, no-prep way to teach decimal operations with real-world application? This bundle combines digital practice, written thinking, and direct instruction into one cohesive learning system using the “Snack Packs” scenario. 🧠 What’s Included: • 📊 Math Google Form (Primary Assignment)A self-grading, multi-step word problem activity focused on decimal operations and estimation. • 📓 Math Journal Page (Companion Page)A matching journal entry that uses the SAME problem as the Go
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Writing
Decimal Operations | Snack Packs | Math Google Form
✨ Build real-world math thinking through structured, step-by-step problem solving.This resource engages students in a real-world snack budgeting scenario, where they calculate quantities and total costs for class snack packs using decimal operations, estimation, and multi-step reasoning. Students move beyond computation and are guided to: ✔ determine how many items are needed for a group ✔ use multiplication with whole numbers and decimals ✔ estimate to check for reasonableness ✔ explain w
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Writing
CCSS
5.NBT.B.7
Comparing Decimals with Money | Deals on Snacks | 5.NBT Math Google Form
✨ Build real-world math thinking through structured, step-by-step problem solving.This resource engages students in a real-world shopping scenario, where they compare prices between stores and determine the best deal using decimal operations, estimation, and multi-step reasoning. Students move beyond computation and are guided to: ✔ compare decimal values using money ✔ determine greater than / less than relationships ✔ add and subtract decimals to find totals and differences ✔ evaluate whi
3rd - 6th
Applied Math, Measurement, Place Value
CCSS
4.NBT.A.1
Comparing Temperatures | What is the Weather? | Math Google Form (4th Grade)
Looking for a math activity that goes beyond simple comparison and builds true number sense? This 4th Grade Math Google Form helps students explore place value, multiplicative thinking (10x & 100x), and reasoning through an engaging real-world scenario. Students analyze a claim, compare values, calculate differences, and justify their thinking using place value language. 🧠 What Students Will Do: Analyze a real-world scenario (weather comparison) Determine whether a statement is reasonable
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep, Place Value
Decimal Operations | 5th Grade Reward | Math Google Form
✨ Build real-world math thinking through structured, step-by-step problem solving. This resource engages students in a real-world reward scenario, where they must calculate the total cost of class prize bags using decimal operations, estimation, and multi-step reasoning. Students move beyond computation and are guided to: ✔ determine which operation to use ✔ identify relevant vs unnecessary information ✔ calculate quantities and totals ✔ estimate to check for reasonableness ✔ apply math t
4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Money Math, Place Value
CCSS
5.NBT.B.7
Decimal Operations | Talking Digits | Math Google Form with Video
✨ Build real-world math thinking through structured, step-by-step problem solving.This resource engages students in real-world decimal problem-solving scenarios, where they solve, explain, and then reflect on their thinking after watching a modeled solution. Students revisit their work, revise answers, and deepen understanding through comparison and reasoning. Students move beyond computation and are guided to: ✔ solve decimal problems using place value and operations ✔ explain and justify t
3rd - 8th
Basic Operations, Math Test Prep, Writing
CCSS
5.NBT.A.3
, 5.NBT.A.3a
, 5.NBT.A.3b
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The Math Journal | Digital Notebook with Tabs + Place Value Chart | editable PDF
Looking for a simple, organized, and student-friendly way to structure math work? This Digital Math Journal is designed to help students keep all of their thinking, practice, and problem-solving in one place—while giving them the flexibility to organize it in a way that works for them. Perfect for iPad use with apps like Notability, GoodNotes, or any PDF editor, this journal creates a clean and consistent system for math learning. 🧠 What’s Included: Linked tabbed sections for easy navigation
3rd - 12th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Place Value
Decimal Operations | Talking Digits | The Math Journal PDF (Use While Solving)
This math journal page is designed to be used while students are completing the “Decimal Operations | Talking Digits | Math Google Form” activity.While this resource can be used independently as a multi-step problem, it is most effective when used alongside the matching Google Form to support real-time thinking and problem solving. 🧠 How it works: Students work through the Talking Digits problem and use this journal page to: • Organize their thinking as they solve • Model decimal operations
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Place Value
CCSS
5.NBT.A.1
, 5.NBT.B.7
Comparing Decimals | Deals on Snacks | The Math Journal PDF (Use While Solving)
This math journal page is designed to be used while students are completing the “Comparing Decimals | Deals on Snacks | Math Google Form” activity.While this resource can be used independently as a multi-step problem, it is most effective when used alongside the matching Google Form to support real-time thinking and problem solving. 🧠 How it works: Students solve the Deals on Snacks problem using the Google Form while using this journal page to: • Organize their thinking as they solve • Com
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Place Value
CCSS
5.NBT.A.3
, 5.NBT.A.3b
, 5.NBT.B.7
Decimal Operations | 5th Grade Reward | The Math Journal PDF (Use While Solving)
This math journal page is designed to be used while students are completing the “Decimal Operations | 5th Grade Reward | Math Google Form” activity.While this resource can be used independently, it is most effective when used alongside the matching Google Form to support real-time thinking and problem solving. 🧠 How it works: Students work through the 5th Grade Reward problem and use this journal page to: • Organize their thinking as they solve • Model decimal operations using a place value
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Place Value
CCSS
5.NBT.B.7
Place Value Reasoning | What is the Weather | The Math Journal PDF edit
This math journal page is designed to be used while students are completing the “What is the Weather Today? | Place Value Reasoning | Math Google Form” activity.While this resource can be used independently, it is most effective when used alongside the matching Google Form to support real-time thinking and problem solving. 🧠 How it works: Students work through the weather-based problem and use this journal page to: • Organize their thinking as they solve • Model numbers using a place value
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations, Place Value, Writing
CCSS
4.NBT.A.1
Decimal Operations | Snack Packs | The Math Journal PDF edit with Youtube Link
This math journal page is designed to pair directly with the “Decimal Operations | Snack Packs | Math Google Form” activity. While this resource can be used independently as a multi-step word problem, it is most effective when used as a companion to the matching Google Form assignment. 🧠 How it works:Students solve the Snack Packs problem using the Google Form, then use this journal page to: • Show their work step-by-step • Model decimal operations using a place value chart • Explain their r
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Writing
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About the store
Experience
Hi, I’m Sara Jacobson, an educator and behavior specialist with a background in social-emotional learning, trauma-informed practices, mindfulness and classroom systems that support the whole child.
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from DePaul University and am a non-practicing Registered Behavior Technician (RBT). My experience spans roles as a classroom teacher, SEL specialist, MTSS specialist, high school softball coach, and more, where I’ve worked closely with students, educators, administrators and support teams to build environments that are both structured and responsive.
My work is rooted in the belief that meaningful learning happens when systems, relationships, and emotional safety are aligned. I specialize in creating practical, data-informed resources that support behavior, regulation, and academic growth—without overwhelming teachers.
Through my shop, I focus on developing SEL, math, and literacy tools that are intentional, adaptable, and grounded in real classroom experience. Each resource is designed to reduce teacher burnout while increasing student engagement and independence.
Teaching style
Trauma-Informed
Mindfulness Based
Data Collection, and Reflection for Use in Decision Making
My own education history
DePaul University, Chicago, IL
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education, Concentrations in Social Science and English Language Arts
March 20, 2015
Mindful Practices Social-Emotional Learning Certification, Oak Park, IL
September 2017- June 2018
Boston College, Chestnut Hill, MA
Lynch School of Education & Human Development
Educational Leadership- Social Justice
Organizational Theory
Instructional Leadership
BCAB RBT Certification February 2025 (currently non-practicing)
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