The Orange Cat
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Elk Grove, California, United States
About the store
Hi!
Thanks for stopping by The Orange Cat!
Just a little bit about me. I am a third generation teacher and have been teaching for over a quarter of a century. As a classroom teacher, I have taught kindergarten, first grade, third grade, and fifth grade. As a reading specialist, I have worked with students from kindergarten through sixth grade.
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SIPPS Challenge Lessons 1-75
Do you use SIPPS in your classroom? Do you see multiple groups? Are all groups working on the same lesson, or is every group in a different place? Do you find yourself losing instructional time with your reading groups to prepare or set up the next component of a lesson? How many times did you find yourself answering “yes” to any or all of these questions? Then this product is for you. It is designed to help you move through a SIPPS lesson and save you preparation time, which gives you more t
2nd - 5th
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
SIPPS Challenge Lessons 1-25
Do you use SIPPS in your classroom? Do you see multiple groups? Are all groups working on the same lesson, or is every group in a different place? Do you find yourself losing instructional time with your reading groups to prepare or set up the next component of a lesson? How many times did you find yourself answering “yes” to any or all of these questions? Then this product is for you. It is designed to help you move through a SIPPS lesson and save you preparation time, which gives you more t
2nd - 4th
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
Also included in: SIPPS Challenge Lessons 1-75
Why Bees Buzz - A Readers Theater
Elephant has tired of listening to Bee’s outlandish stories and tall tales. So much so that Elephant refuses to listen to Bee. Unfortunately, Giraffe overhears Elephant calling Bee a pain and mistakenly thinks the comment was meant for her. Giraffe’s misunderstanding leads Tiger to think that the jungle is in danger. As the confusion continues to grow, it will be up to Lion to see if the situation can be fixed, and all will be right in the jungle once again. Inspired by the story, Why Mosquitos
2nd - 3rd
Drama, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RF.2.4
+8
Also included in: Readers Theater Bundle - Benchmark Unit 6 (Set B)
Strega Nona - A Reader's Theater
What happens when a Grandma Witch hires a young man who lets his curiosity get the best of him? Of course, chaos ensues. Based on the story of Strega Nona by Tomie de Paola, this 8-part readers theater will take students to the small town of Calabria, Italy, where they will take on the roles of Strega Nona (Grandma Witch), Big Anthony (her newly hired handyman), Bambalona (a young witch in training), along with the Calabrian villagers as a magic pasta pot takes everyone on a fun adventure! St
2nd - 3rd
Art, Drama, Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RF.2.4
+7
Place Value Charts (Hundreds, Tens, and Ones and Thousands + HTO)
Please enjoy this free Place Value Charts (Hundreds-Tens-Ones and Thousands-Hundred-Tens-Ones). These charts can be used in first, second, and third grade. Consider running multiple copies of both charts, then put them back-to-back into plastic slip-sheets for students to keep in their desks. What’s in this packet?· Hundreds-Tens-Ones Chart · Thousands-Hundred-Tens-Ones Chart How do I use Place Value Charts in my classroom? Place Value is one of the important math standards in second grade.
1st - 3rd
Basic Operations, Math, Place Value
CCSS
2.NBT.A.1
, 2.NBT.A.1a
, 2.NBT.A.3
+6
SIPPS Extension Lessons R1-R15 and Lessons 1-40
Do you use SIPPS in your classroom? Do you see multiple groups? Are all groups working on the same lesson, or is every group in a different place? Do you find yourself losing instructional time with your reading groups to prepare or set up the next component of a lesson? How many times did you find yourself answering “yes” to any or all of these questions? Then this product is for you. It is designed to help you move through a SIPPS lesson and save you preparation time, which gives you more t
K - 2nd
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
How the Zebra Got Stripes
Zebra has no stripes, Lion has no mane, Giraffe is short, and Parrot has no colorful feathers. What’s wrong with this picture? Nothing, it’s a Pourquoi Tale that explains how Zebra got stripes, Lion a mane, how Giraffe ended up tall, and Parrot ended up with colorful feathers. Many years ago, animals all looked the same, which made it difficult to tell each another apart. The animals hold a meeting to discuss what they could do to make it easier to tell which animal is which. Will the animals fi
2nd - 3rd
Drama, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RF.2.4
+8
Merry Christmas Strega Nona - A Readers Theater
It’s Christmas time in Calabria and Strega Nona has one rule, NO magic! But this is also the time of year when Strega Nona hosts a feast at her house for the entire village. How will she ever get the house cleaned and decorated or the food prepared with no magic? Big Anthony isn’t sure this is possible, but he has an even bigger problem, what gift can he give Strega Nona for Christmas? Based on the story Merry Christmas, Strega Nona, by Tomie de Paola, this 9-part readers theater will answer th
2nd - 3rd
Drama, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RF.2.4
+8
A Sort of Cinderella Story - A Readers Theater
What if Cinderella met a Genie instead of a Fairy Godmother? What if she had three wishes to make instead of going to a ball? How would her life have changed? Would she still wish to meet a prince? In this readers theater, the traditional story of Cinderella veers off-course as Cinderella is off on a very crazy adventure that will have your students wanting to read it over and over. A Sort of Cinderella Story is a 7-part readers theater and has been designed for students to read independently.
2nd - 3rd
Drama, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RF.2.4
+4
Also included in: Readers Theater Bundle - Benchmark Unit 2
Belling the Cat - A Readers Theater
Six mice living an old house suddenly find their lives turned upside down when a cat who loves mice (as in pies, fritter, and cupcakes) comes to stay. The mice are now tasked with figuring out how to solve the problem of a cat who is ready to turn them into dinner, lunch, breakfast, or some type of snack. Based on the Aesop fable, Belling the Cat, this readers theater will have your students wanting to read it more than once. Belling the Cat comes with two versions. Version one is an 8-part r
1st - 3rd
Drama, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RF.2.4
+5
Also included in: Readers Theater Bundle-Benchmark Unit 6 (Set A) Belling the Cat Trilogy
Alice's Wonderland Trial - A Reader's Theater
Alice finds herself in the Wonderland Courtroom, watching the Jack of Hearts go on trial for allegedly stealing the Queen’s tarts. Will Jack be found guilty? Will Alice find her way back home? In this readers theater, based on the story Alice in Wonderland, Alice is once again off on a wild adventure with the Queen of Hearts, Jack of Hearts, the Mad Hatter, and of course, the White Rabbit. Alice’s Wonderland Trial is an 8-part readers theater and has been designed for students to read indepen
2nd - 3rd
Drama, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RF.2.4
+5
Three Billy Goats Gruff - A Readers Theater
There were once three Billy Goats: Little Billy Goat Gruff, Medium Billy Goat Gruff, and Big Billy Goat Gruff. The grass on their hill is gone because the goats have eaten it all but there is grass on the hill across the bridge. But of course, there is a big, hairy, grumpy Troll living under the bridge, who does not appreciate the Narrator referring to him in that manner and has no problem saying so. Inspired by the fairytale of The Three Billy Goats Gruff, this readers theater offers stude
2nd - 3rd
Drama, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, SL.2.1
+5
Also included in: Readers Theater Bundle - Benchmark Unit 2
SIPPS Extension Lessons 1-20
Do you use SIPPS in your classroom? Do you see multiple groups? Are all groups working on the same lesson, or is every group in a different place? Do you find yourself losing instructional time with your reading groups to prepare or set up the next component of a lesson? How many times did you find yourself answering “yes” to any or all of these questions? Then this product is for you. It is designed to help you move through a SIPPS lesson and save you preparation time, which gives you more t
K - 2nd
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
Also included in: SIPPS Extension Lessons R1-R15 and Lessons 1-40
SIPPS Beginning Lessons 1A-55
Do you use SIPPS in your classroom? Do you see multiple groups? Are all groups working on the same lesson, or is every group in a different place? Do you find yourself losing instructional time with your reading groups to prepare or set up the next component of a lesson? How many times did you find yourself answering “yes” to any or all of these questions? Then this product is for you. It is designed to help you move through a SIPPS lesson and save you preparation time, which gives you more t
PreK - 1st
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
When Fuzzy Changed the Classroom: Magical Creatures and Morning Message
Engaging and motivating young emergent writers can be a challenge. Have you ever considered bringing a magical creature into your classroom through the use of Morning Message? When Fuzzy Changed the Classroom: Magical Creatures and Morning Message is a 200+ page book that will give you the tools you need to engage even the most reluctant writer. Here is what’s included: · Section 1: 100 lesson plans that will take you from morning message (Lesson 1) to the appearance of your magical creature
PreK - 1st
Balanced Literacy, English Language Arts, Reading
CCSS
W.K.2
, W.K.5
, W.K.8
+18
Readers Theater Bundle - Three Pigs, Three Silly Wolves, and Three Superpigs
Are you looking for a way to extend your Benchmark Advance curriculum? Are you wanting materials that will engage your student readers and help them to improve their fluency? Are you needing something that can be prepped once and used again and again? Or are you just a fan of The Three Pigs and all the variations the original story has inspired? Do you enjoy using readers theater? Here are three readers theaters that will extend your Benchmark Advance curriculum with another version of a U
1st - 3rd
Drama, Other (ELA), Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RF.2.4
+8
Readers Theater Bundle - Benchmark Unit 6 (Set B)
Are you looking for a way to extend your Benchmark Advance curriculum? Are you wanting materials that will engage your student readers and help them to improve their fluency? Are you needing something that can be prepped once and used again and again? Do you enjoy using readers theater? Here are three readers theaters that will extend your Benchmark Advance curriculum with another version of a Unit 6 story, engage student readers which helps to improve fluency, and can be prepped once (run
1st - 3rd
Drama, Other (ELA), Reading
CCSS
RL.2.1
, RL.2.2
, RF.2.4
+8
December Winter Trees Art Project
December is one of my favorite months of the year! Not just because of Winter Break, but I really enjoy the activities that I do with my class each year. About a decade ago, I had some students in my classroom who did not celebrate holidays. I wanted to respect their beliefs but still wanted to do something fun for the month of December. “A Charlie Brown Christmas” inspired my Winter Trees Art Project. I know, a Christmas special inspired a project for students who don’t celebrate holidays? Y
2nd - 8th
Art
SIPPS Beginning Lessons 15-34
Do you use SIPPS in your classroom? Do you see multiple groups? Are all groups working on the same lesson, or is every group in a different place? Do you find yourself losing instructional time with your reading groups to prepare or set up the next component of a lesson? How many times did you find yourself answering “yes” to any or all of these questions? Then this product is for you. It is designed to help you move through a SIPPS lesson and save you preparation time, which gives you more t
PreK - 1st
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
Also included in: SIPPS Beginning Lessons 1A-55
SIPPS Beginning Lessons 1A-14
Do you use SIPPS in your classroom? Do you see multiple groups? Are all groups working on the same lesson, or is every group in a different place? Do you find yourself losing instructional time with your reading groups to prepare or set up the next component of a lesson? How many times did you find yourself answering “yes” to any or all of these questions? Then this product is for you. It is designed to help you move through a SIPPS lesson and save you preparation time, which gives you more t
PreK - 1st
English Language Arts, Phonics & Phonological Awareness, Reading
Also included in: SIPPS Beginning Lessons 1A-55
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About the store
Experience
Hi!
Thanks for stopping by The Orange Cat!
Just a little bit about me. I am a third generation teacher and have been teaching for over a quarter of a century. As a classroom teacher, I have taught kindergarten, first grade, third grade, and fifth grade. As a reading specialist, I have worked with students from kindergarten through sixth grade.
Teaching style
I am the very definition of "planner". Nearly every grade level team I have been a part of loves to joke, "If you need someone to break it down quickly, she's the one to do it!".
I like to plan ahead, even though everything is subject to change. But I like to know where I'm going so I can pre-teach or scaffold as needed.
In my classroom, I set high expectations for my students, both academically and behaviorally. I keep my days in routines. For my students, it creates a sense of calm and reassurance knowing that this part of their day will not change. My classroom environment is welcoming. All students know that this is their classroom and a safe place to be.
My hope is that at the end of each day, my students go home feeling they have learned at least one new thing and that they had fun while learning!
Awards & shining teacher moments
Academic:
• National Honor Society
• California Scholarship Federation
• Phi Kappa Phi
Cooking and Goodies:
• California State Fair Best of Class Award (Fudge, Caramels)
• California State Fair First Place Ribbons (Fudge, Caramels, Pecan Wedge, Toffee)
• California State Fair Second Place Ribbons (Strawberry and Peach Jam)
My own education history
• B.A. in English
• M.A. in Language and Literacy (Engaging primary students in learning to write)
• Multiple Subject Credential
• Single Subject Credential (English)
• Reading Specialist Credential
• CLAD Certification
• Reading Recovery Certification
Additional biographical information
I live with my husband, daughter, and two orange tabby cats. I love cats, and have had eight pass through my life, half of them being orange tabbies (there might be a math problem in there). There is something unique about the orange tabby personality that I find fascinating!
I enjoy baking and creating yummy confections for family and friends. I have been participating California State Fair Kitchen Competition since 2012 and have received ribbons each year for my confections. In 2022, I had the honor of winning Best of Show. In 2023, I scored Best of Division. Cooking competition has caught on in my family and we have all become State Fair competitors as the years have gone by!
I also enjoy traveling with my family! We are a family that loves Disney and have been to Disneyland, Disneyworld, and taken a Disney Cruise.
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