The Dimond Ranch
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Erda, Utah, United States
About the store
I have worked for six fabulous years at a highly-impacted Title I School in the inner-city. At our school, we have the unique privilege of serving children living in the city's family homeless shelter. I have learned that my classroom may be the only safe place for my students. I have learned the absolute necessity of thoughtful scaffolding to ensure student success and growth. I also understand the need for differentiated instruction and subject integration. I get to bring my love and passion for horses and my rural lifestyle to my students (which usually includes an annual field trip to the actual Dimond Ranch!).
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Science Fair Student Lab Notebook & Process Forms
Science Fair Student Lab Notebook and Process Forms
This is it! This will help your students every step of the way as they prepare for the annual science fair. It takes students through the idea and brainstorm process, and follows them all the way to the display and judging. The lab notebook will help keep your class organized as you venture into the hectic world of science fair. Many of the sheets can also be utilized for science labs and inquiry-based experiments and research. All forms
4th - 8th
Other (Science), Science
Science Fair Parent Letter & At Home Project Checklist
Here is all of the information that you will need to provide to parents to help them in completing their child's science fair project at home. All guidelines adhere to national science fair standards and parents are provided with a link to the national website on their letter. Also included is an explicit check-off to help parents with this process, a diagram showing how to set up the display board, and a mid-point check form for the teacher. See my store "The Dimond Ranch" for complete scien
4th - 8th
Basic Principles, Science
Math Talk Problem Solving Jobs for Students BUNDLE
Research shows that problem solving skills improve when we get children to talk about their math thinking. This comprehensive program will empower your students to talk about math. This is the key to helping them become better math problem solvers! You will feel confident as you follow a step by step implementation calendar. This program includes: Bulletin Board Signage, Active Listening Hand Signal Signage, Math Problem Solving Forms, Individualized Student Job Cards, Grading Rubrics, and a
1st - 6th
Math, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
Science Fair Display Board Student Reference Sheet
This is a simple and visual way of helping students correctly set up their science fair display board. It can be used for classroom use or to send home. Also provided is a general science fair check-off list that includes explanations of each step and ensures that students understand the entire process. Attached is the PDF and word document that will allow you to edit for your own needs. Enjoy!
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4th - 7th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
Math Talk Problem Solving Job Cards for Students
This reciprocal teaching file includes the seven math talk jobs that students will present to the class as they work through a math problem. This is the sure way to get your students to share their math thinking aloud. The jobs explicitly teach students the problem solving process. Also included are teacher instructions, and two grading rubrics (whole class and small group). The implementation calendar, bulletin board signage, hand signals along with these files are available in the BUNDLED M
1st - 8th
Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
Active Listening Hand Signals for Student Responses
Student engagement drives learning! A simple yet powerful way to increase student engagement is with active listening hand signals. These are some of the most popular and simple hand signals used, and I am providing you with the classroom signs to help students learn these powerful classroom cues. Happy signaling!
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K - 6th
For All Subjects
Figurative Language using Song Lyrics
Figurative Language covered in this set:
Similes, Metaphors, Personification, Alliteration
This file includes an instructional PowerPoint on figurative language with a student note-taking guide. During the PowerPoint, students are prompted to practice writing their own similes, metaphors, personifications and alliterations. After students are confident with these four different terms, they will apply their knowledge as they listen and read the lyrics of four different songs. Students will s
4th - 10th
ELA Test Prep, English Language Arts, Literature
Science Fair Teacher Forms BUNDLE
Here is every form you will need to organize your science fair. Included are eleven editable forms to help your students succeed:
-Parent Letter
-Teacher Grading Rubric (Can also be used for judging form)
-Student Check-off Form
-Display Board Template
-Peer Judging Forms
-Science Fair Submission Form
-Forms for home and for projects completed at school
-Science Fair Script Planning Page
-Team Planning Pages
These are forms to help you keep your students organized. Separately these forms woul
4th - 8th
Basic Principles, General Science, Science
6th Grade Science Review 1 Smartboard
Review heat, light, sound, moon phases and the scientific process in a review intended to teach students how to take tests well. All based on the 6th Grade Science Common Core. Four weekly tests include multiple choice questions and a written response question to prepare students for high-stakes testing. Students complete tests using a test-taking form that encourages problem-solving skills. Students engage in answers as they perform jobs that showcase the problem-solving process. Make sur
5th - 7th
Physical Science, Science
Bloom's Higher Order Daily Objectives Bulletin Board
Showcase the higher-order thinking going on in your classroom by inserting Bloom's Taxonomy verb cards into your posted daily learning objectives. Provided are photos showing how to set up your bulletin board space using the materials. You are also provided with anchor signs of the Bloom's levels and the small verb cards that are ready for you to insert into your daily learning objectives.
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1st - 6th
Science Fair Experiment Student Process Forms
Students will be able to navigate confidently through the science fair process as they complete the science fair process lab forms. These cover the entire scientific process from start to finish. More science fair support is available in my products and you can also buy a comprehensive science fair packet at a discounted price that includes everything you need! Happy Experimenting!
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4th - 7th
Basic Principles, Science
Test Taking and Problem Solving Student Jobs for any Content and Core Test Prep
Conquer Core Testing!
This provides you with an engaging way of teaching students how to work through both multiple choice and short answer questions using a test-taking form and student job tasks. Students will work through test review problems and ultimately core testing by following a sequence of jobs: The Detective, The Eliminator, The Determiner, and the Verifier. These jobs ensure students are at the highest-level of thinking and engagement as they complete test questions. They will model
3rd - 6th
ELA Test Prep
Student's Spelling Dictionary & Word Tracker
Have a handy booklet for students to place commonly misspelled words or new vocabulary terms. Students could generate their dictionaries based on spelling and vocabulary lists. It could also serve as a great place to track interesting or new words discovered while reading. I simply copy and bind for students, and we usually end up filling it with a wonderful treasure trove of words. Enjoy!
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3rd - 6th
Spelling, Vocabulary, Writing
6th Grade Daily Math Review *MARCH BUNDLE*
4 weeks of daily math review available in Smartboard and PowerPoint files (160 problems total).
This is a user-friendly daily math review. Similar problems are used each day to build student confidence and fluency. Each day also includes a story problem, which could be used for students to engage in "Math Talk." Answers are included as well as pages for students or teachers to work out each problem.
This set includes 8 problems for each day of the week (total of 40 problems). Topics includ
5th - 7th
Algebra
Daily Fraction Operations Practice Form
Practice makes perfect! Here is a form for daily practice with comparing, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions. You simply change the fractions or mixed numbers for each use. Students will build their fluency and confidence. This would be a great start to the school day or math lesson. It could also be a great homework component. Two forms are on each page to minimize copies! Also see my daily decimal practice form that can be used in conjunction with this!
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4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Fractions, Math
Types of Light Sources Sort
Students will sort examples of natural light sources, artificial light sources, and light reflectors.
6th grade core science vocabulary for light unit. This can be used as introductory sort to quickly see what students know about light sources or it is a great review. This focuses on students being able to understand examples of natural light sources, artificial light sources, and light reflectors. Students can sort in teams or you can review as a class using the PowerPoint file.
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6th
Physical Science, Science
Science Experiment Process Shortened Version for Students
This is a simple (2 page) yet powerful form for helping students through the basic structure of an inquiry-based science experiment. The process is clear and follows the structure students will face for the upper-grade science fair. This is also a great form to complete whole-class as you explicitly teach and model the scientific process.
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3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, Science
Decimal Operations Practice Form
Practice makes perfect! Here is a form for daily practice with comparing, estimating, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing decimals. You simply change the decimals for each use. Students will build their fluency and confidence. This would be a great start to the school day or math lesson. It could also be a great homework component. Two forms are on each page to minimize copies! Also see my daily fraction practice form that can be used in conjunction with this!
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4th - 6th
Basic Operations, Decimals, Math
Math Talk Problem Solving Jobs Classroom Bulletin Board Signage
This file includes everything to build a bulletin board dedicated to problem solving jobs using Math Talk. Signs are clear and colorful and include student-friendly descriptions to help your students become confident classroom presenters and problem solvers. This is a great reference as you teach math problem solving skills and test preparation. Photo examples are included. All Math Talk items such as student job cards, rubrics, student hand signal signs and implementation calendar are availa
1st - 8th
Math, Math Test Prep, Other (Math)
Science Experiment Student Lab Notebook
This is a step by step guide for students as they complete an inquiry-based science experiment. It includes a short and long form version of the scientific process. It also begins with a scientific process definition match. The lab notebook goes from wondering, planning, and experimental design, all the way to planning for the next experiment. This comprehensive notebook also includes different graphs and data collection forms. It is straight forward and can even be used for experiments com
4th - 7th
Basic Principles, Science
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About the store
Experience
I have worked for six fabulous years at a highly-impacted Title I School in the inner-city. At our school, we have the unique privilege of serving children living in the city's family homeless shelter. I have learned that my classroom may be the only safe place for my students. I have learned the absolute necessity of thoughtful scaffolding to ensure student success and growth. I also understand the need for differentiated instruction and subject integration. I get to bring my love and passion for horses and my rural lifestyle to my students (which usually includes an annual field trip to the actual Dimond Ranch!).
Teaching style
I believe in constructivist teaching, where students are given the scaffolding and support to build their own learning and schema. I know the importance of instilling a deep love of reading, which will then provide the catalyst for high-quality, authentic writing. Real-world connections drive student engagement and buy-in. Underlying all of the skills I teach, the greatest content of all – is the developing and maintaining of character. Through historical events, scientific wonders, and the art of language I strive to teach students the art of being good human beings.
Awards & shining teacher moments
• Nominated for Salt Lake City School District Teacher of the Year (2012, 2013)
2012-2013 Largest Improvement on Student Achievement Scores for 5th Grade in Salt Lake City School District
• Received Outstanding Teacher of Excellence Award –
for 3 Years (2008, 2012, 2013)
• Salt Lake City School District Highly Effective Teaching Status
• SLCSD Prime Time Teacher Award (Highly Effective Title I Teacher)
• Site Teacher for University of Utah student teachers
• Site Teacher for BYU interns
• Mentor teacher (3 years)
• Served as School Improvement Committee Chair (2012-2013)
• Honors in 5th grade DWA (State Writing Test) scores
• Worked 3 years with film studio, SpyHop Productions, to create district curriculum for utilizing video technology in the classroom to support literacy instruction.
My own education history
ESL Endorsement (BYU)
Technology Endorsement (USOE)
Elementary Education BS Degree (U of U)
Received "Outstanding Senior" Award for the Department of Education, University of Utah
Additional biographical information
I have a wonderful husband and we are the proud parents of our vivacious two-year old daughter, Virginia! Happy Teaching!
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