Toadstool Learning
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Foster, Rhode Island, United States
About the store
My name is Kailyn, and I'm the teacher behind Toadstool Learning! I have taught for many years in a variety of different settings but always come back to my love of teaching about nature. Younger learners are my favorite, I just really appreciate their curiosity and sense of adventure.
I started Toadstool Learning in the summer of 2020, as I transitioned out of the classroom. I create learning materials that are both nature-based and Montessori-inspired. I love sharing these materials with you and hope they inspire you to explore with your students.
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World Landmarks Fact Files - Information Sheets
Need a lower grade level appropriate way to research? This set of landmark fact sheets all about different world landmarks are perfect for upper elementary grades. 2nd-5th graders will learn about the features, history, and location of each landmark. Use these as homework, the starting point for a research project, or for reading comprehension. This set includes fact sheets on: Eiffel Tower Colosseum Great Wall Statue of Liberty Sydney Opera House Taj Mahal
1st - 4th
Ancient History, Reading, World History
Landforms Fact Files - Information sheets
This set of 7 geography fact sheets all about different landforms are perfect for upper elementary grades. 2nd-5th graders will learn about the features, formation, and location of each landform. Use these are homework, the starting point for a research project, or for reading comprehension. This set includes fact sheets on: Mountains Volcanoes Caves Sand Dunes Valleys Plateaus Canyons
2nd - 5th
Earth Sciences, Geography, Informational Text
7 Continents Fact Files - Information Sheets
This set of 7 geography fact sheets all about the 7 continents are perfect for upper elementary grades. 2nd-5th graders will learn about the climate, language, and geography of each continent. Use these as homework, the starting point for a research project, or for reading comprehension. This set includes fact sheets on: Africa Australia Asia Antarctica Europe North America South America
2nd - 4th
Geography, Informational Text, Social Studies
World Biomes Fact Files - Information Sheets
This set of 8 science fact sheets all about biomes of the world are perfect for upper elementary grades. 2nd-5th graders will learn about the weather, plants, animals, and more about 8 different biomes. Use these are homework, the starting point for a research project, or for reading comprehension. This set includes fact sheets on: Rainforest Tundra Temperate Forest Savanna Coral Reef Marine Wetland Desert
2nd - 5th
Earth Sciences, Environment, Science
STEM Building Cards - Nature Themed
STEM building cards that are perfect for elementary grades but with a nature twist. You can take them outside for nature study or science, or use them in the classroom for all subjects. This set comes with 19 different nature objects to build and can be used with any building material including legos or nature items like sticks and rocks.
K - 3rd
Basic Principles, For All Subjects, General Science
Lifecycle Sequencing - Banana Plant
One set of banana plant lifecycle sequencing cards. This set comes complete with 2 posters (one labeled, one not) as well as cards and labels. Includes, colorful and accurate images and clear, easy to read font. This activity is perfect for science classes, nature study, and homeschool!
1st - 3rd
Environment, Science, Vocabulary
Influential Women Fact Files - Women's History Month Information Sheets
Celebrate Women's History Month with this set of 7 fact files! Each page features one influential woman with a fast facts timeline and a paragraph of information describing their work. These are perfect for elementary research reports and bulletin boards. Includes: Jane Goodall Frida Kahlo Maya Angelou Malala Yousafzai Ruth Bader Ginsburg Alicia Alonso Marie Curie
2nd - 4th
English Language Arts
Nature Vocabulary - Alphabet Coloring Pages
Nature vocabulary in fun coloring book form! Perfect for elementary grades or young students who love big words. These would be great for early finishers, homework, or summer learning packets. Features:1 page for each letter Picture to color Nature/ecology vocab word easy to understand definition Like coloring pages? Check out this Alphabet Affirmations set!
1st - 3rd
Art, Environment, Vocabulary
Solar System Make-Your-Own Book
The Super Solar System book is perfect for elementary science classes! Learning about the solar system and creating their own fact book is a fun activity for 2nd or 3rd grade students. This is an easy to lead project that touches on science, art, and writing. Students can research each planet, write a fact, and then color on each page. This project packet includes pages for each of the 8 planets plus comets, sun, moons, and constellations. Instructions for assembling the books is on the l
2nd - 4th
English Language Arts, Science, Writing
Pride Month Montessori 3 Part Matching Cards
Montessori 3 part matching cards for Pride Month. These cards include colorful graphics along with labels and definitions. Set includes: progress pride flag, transgender, non binary, ally, gender, equality, pronouns, family, pride, and drag queens 3-Part matching cards are designed to support language development, reading, and organizational skills. They are great for introducing a topic to students of all ages.
K - 3rd
Social Studies, Vocabulary
Bodies of Water Fact Files - Information Sheets
This set of 6 science fact sheets all about different bodies of water are perfect for upper elementary grades. 2nd-5th graders will learn about the formation and unique features of different types of bodies of water. Use these are homework, the starting point for a research project, or for reading comprehension. This set includes fact sheets on: Rivers Lakes Oceans Glaciers Lagoons Wetlands
2nd - 5th
Environment, Informational Text, Science
Lifecycle Sequence Cards - Crab
One set of crab lifecycle sequencing cards. This set comes complete with 2 posters (one labeled, one not) as well as cards and labels. Includes, colorful and accurate images and clear, easy to read font. This activity is perfect for science classes, nature study, and homeschool!
1st - 3rd
Environment, Science, Vocabulary
Spring Descriptive Language Word Wall
Spring-themed word wall for classroom decor and vocabulary lessons. This is perfect for elementary classes. Includes 24 words for creative writing and language building. Title and words are decorated in Fall colors and pictures. These can be used in so many different activities in both reading and writing plus they are a festive way to decorate the classroom! *Laminate for long term use
1st - 3rd
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Vocabulary
Fall Themed Word Wall - Creative Writing and Vocabulary
Fall / Autumn themed word wall for classroom decor and vocabulary lessons. This is perfect for elementary classes. Includes 24 words for creative writing and language building. Title and words are decorated in Fall colors and pictures. These can be used in so many different activities in both reading and writing plus they are a festive way to decorate the classroom! *Laminate for long term use
1st - 3rd
Creative Writing, English Language Arts, Vocabulary
United States Flash Cards - 50 States
Flash cards for each of the 50 US States for elementary geography and social studies. Use these as a memory game, matching game, or just to quiz each other. Each card features the outline of the state, state name, capital, and slogan. *We recommend laminating these for long term use. Like this resource? Follow the shop for more Montessori inspired and nature based materials.
2nd - 5th
Geography, Social Studies, U.S. History
Animal Fast Fact Worksheets
Science journals and morning work for elementary grades just got easier! These "fast fact" worksheets are designed to help students focus their research and learn more about different species of animals. They are even great for getting started with research papers in middle school. This pack includes 15 different worksheets including: Flightless Birds Birds of Prey Snails & Slugs Butterflies Whales Big Cats Snakes Spiders Rodents Wild Dogs Frogs Fish Bears Beetles Crabs *Like this product? F
2nd - 5th
Biology, Environment, Science
Montessori Math Board Set
Printable Montessori math boards for classroom and home use. This set of Montessori math materials includes checkerboard, multiplication board, division board, and place value chart. *I recommend printing on card stock and laminating.
1st - 3rd
Math, Place Value
Also included in:Â Montessori Math Materials - Printable Math Bundle
Inclusion Themed Display and Project
Celebrate inclusion with this fun class project designed for lower elementary students. Review the definition of the word inclusion and then have students complete the "inclusion means" toast to go with the "Inclusion is our jam" poster. *The book "Just Ask" by Sonia Sotomayor is a great read aloud to go with this project
1st - 4th
Classroom Community, Performing Arts, Social Emotional Learning
Montessori Infinity Street Math
Printable Montessori infinity street math material for classroom and home use. I recommend printing on cardstock and laminating for long-term use.
1st - 3rd
Math, Numbers, Place Value
Also included in:Â Montessori Math Materials - Printable Math Bundle
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About the store
Experience
My name is Kailyn, and I'm the teacher behind Toadstool Learning! I have taught for many years in a variety of different settings but always come back to my love of teaching about nature. Younger learners are my favorite, I just really appreciate their curiosity and sense of adventure.
I started Toadstool Learning in the summer of 2020, as I transitioned out of the classroom. I create learning materials that are both nature-based and Montessori-inspired. I love sharing these materials with you and hope they inspire you to explore with your students.
Teaching style
My style is nature-based and Montessori inspired. I have found throughout my experience that children love to learn in ways that allow them to explore and to lead.
My own education history
Bachelors of Science in Environmental Education
Montessori classroom teacher and materials design
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