TK Brainies
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Lakewood, California, United States
About the store
Hi there! I'm a former early years and primary teacher with over 20 years of classroom experience. Throughout my career, I've worn many hats—educator, mentor, planner, and resource creator—and I understand firsthand the joys and challenges that come with teaching.
Today, I channel my passion into supporting fellow educators by creating engaging, time-saving resources designed to simplify planning and spark joy in the classroom. My goal is to make teaching easier, more enjoyable, and more impactful for both teachers and students.
I believe that learning should be meaningful and fun, and I love finding creative ways to bring lessons to life. Whether it’s a hands-on center, a visually engaging chart, or a playful skill-building activity, each resource I create is made with care and classroom-tested insight.
Thank you for visiting my store—I’m so glad you’re here! I hope you find something that saves you time, inspires your teaching, and helps your learners thrive.
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Year-Round TK Assessment Bundle | 1st & 2nd Semester + Beginning Kinder
Start the school year with confidence using this comprehensive TK Assessment Bundle, featuring 1st Semester, 2nd Semester, and TK-Kinder Assessments—perfect for Transitional Kindergarten, Kindergarten, and TK/K combo classrooms. This bundle provides all the assessments you need to track progress, guide instruction, and support student growth all year long. Perfect for: Beginning of the year TK assessments End of the year TK and beginning Kindergarten assessments Ongoing progress monit
PreK - K
Alphabet, Numbers, Phonics & Phonological Awareness
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.5
, K.G.A.1
+7
December themed Calendar and Pocket Chart Cards for TK & Kindergarten
Get your classroom ready for fall with these engaging December Calendar Cards for TK and Kindergarten! This bright and seasonal calendar set is perfect for helping young learners build essential math and calendar skills during your daily routine. Designed specifically for Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten, the cards support number recognition, counting, patterning, and understanding of dates in a hands-on interactive way. This resource is easy to prep and perfect for circle time, morn
PreK - K
Classroom Community, Numbers
November themed Calendar and Pocket Chart Cards for TK & Kindergarten
Get your classroom ready for fall with these engaging November Calendar Cards for TK and Kindergarten! This bright and seasonal calendar set is perfect for helping young learners build essential math and calendar skills during your daily routine. Designed specifically for Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten, the cards support number recognition, counting, patterning, and understanding of dates in a hands-on interactive way. This resource is easy to prep and perfect for circle time, morn
PreK - K
Classroom Community, Numbers
October themed Calendar and Pocket Chart Cards for TK & Kindergarten
Get your classroom ready for fall with these engaging October Calendar Cards for TK and Kindergarten! This bright and seasonal calendar set is perfect for helping young learners build essential math and calendar skills during your daily routine. Designed specifically for Transitional Kindergarten and Kindergarten, the cards support number recognition, counting, patterning, and understanding of dates in a hands-on interactive way. This resource is easy to prep and perfect for circle time, morni
PreK - K
Numbers
August themed Calendar and Pocket Chart Cards for TK & Kindergarten
Get your classroom organized and off to a bright start with these Summer-Themed August Calendar Cards!Perfect for Pre-K, TK, Kindergarten, and early elementary, this set includes everything you need to set up your classroom calendar with style and flexibility from 2026 to 2031. What's Included: 3 styles of number cards for easy customizationBirthday cards to celebrate special daysNo school cards to mark holidays and breaksEarly dismissal cards for modified days6 different August month headers
PreK - K
Classroom Community, Numbers
School-Themed Number Charts 1-20: Engaging Classroom Decor for TK and Kinder
This Number Charts 1–20 resource is perfect for adding color and functionality to your learning space! Each chart features bold, easy-to-read numbers, adorable school-themed clip art, and cheerful polka dot borders that will capture your students’ attention. Use these charts as a visual reference at the front of the room, in math centers, or during group number practice. Whether you're working on counting, number recognition, or sequencing, these charts make learning numbers 1–20 both eng
PreK - K
Math, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.4
May themed Calendar and Pocket Chart Cards for TK & Kindergarten
Get ready to organize and celebrate May with this vibrant and versatile calendar set! This set includes everything you need to highlight important dates and special events throughout the month. What's Included:3 Sets of Number Cards: Three different styles of number cards let you customize your calendar with a fresh, fun look throughout the month.6 Different Month Cards: Choose from six unique designs for the "May" header to match your style or theme.Days of the Week Formats: Two formats for the
PreK - K
Classroom Community, Numbers
5 Valentine-Themed Activity Books | Counting, Colors, Cutting & More | TK-Kinder
These 5 Valentine Activity Books are packed with engaging, hands-on tasks that will keep your TK and Kinder students learning and having fun all day long! Each book targets essential early learning skills through Valentine-themed activities that are perfect for independent work, centers, or a special holiday celebration. What’s Included: Counting Book – Builds number sense, sequencing, and multiple number representations Coloring Book – Supports color recognition, sorting, comparison, and fin
PreK - K
Coloring Pages, Numbers, Other (Math)
CCSS
K.CC.B.4
, K.CC.B.4a
Halloween & Fall Number Skills Books – Counting, Number & Word Form Practice
These Halloween and Fall Themed Counting Books are a fun, hands-on way for your students to practice key number skills! With 4 mini-books included—two Halloween-themed and two Fall-themed—you’ll have the perfect tool for differentiation in your classroom. Students will practice counting objects 1–10, tracing and writing numbers, and writing number words. These books are: Engaging and seasonally themed Aligned to CA Preschool Learning Foundations 1.2 Recognize and know the name of some w
PreK - K
Handwriting, Numbers
CCSS
K.CC.A.3
, K.CC.B.4
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About the store
Experience
Hi there! I'm a former early years and primary teacher with over 20 years of classroom experience. Throughout my career, I've worn many hats—educator, mentor, planner, and resource creator—and I understand firsthand the joys and challenges that come with teaching.
Today, I channel my passion into supporting fellow educators by creating engaging, time-saving resources designed to simplify planning and spark joy in the classroom. My goal is to make teaching easier, more enjoyable, and more impactful for both teachers and students.
I believe that learning should be meaningful and fun, and I love finding creative ways to bring lessons to life. Whether it’s a hands-on center, a visually engaging chart, or a playful skill-building activity, each resource I create is made with care and classroom-tested insight.
Thank you for visiting my store—I’m so glad you’re here! I hope you find something that saves you time, inspires your teaching, and helps your learners thrive.
Teaching style
My teaching style has always been centered around curiosity, creativity, and connection. I believe that young learners thrive in environments that are engaging, consistent, and full of joy. In the classroom, I prioritized hands-on learning, clear routines, and playful exploration—balancing structure with spontaneity to meet students where they are.
I’m a big believer in keeping things simple but meaningful. Whether I was introducing a new concept or managing transitions, I always looked for ways to make lessons manageable for me and memorable for my students. That philosophy continues to guide the resources I create today—designed to be easy to prep, fun to use, and effective in helping students build confidence and skills.
I aim to support teachers with tools that save time without sacrificing quality, so they can focus on what matters most: connecting with their students and creating a joyful learning experience.
My own education history
Masters in Education
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