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The alphabet pages have been designed to be used with multiple ages and levels. There is no right or wrong way, as every child learns differently and has different needs. Each page features a character from Miss Olivia Owl’s class; from the book Class Dismissed by Jennifer Araiza (available on Amazon). Pages can be used to introduce letters, sentences or ideas. Large letters can be used with crayons, markers, paints, playdoh or any other art medium. Free writing lines can be used to practice l

Based on the Roots to Wings philosophy established by Jennifer Araiza. Mastery Tracker Set includes preschool, kindergarten, and 1st-8th grade standards and goals trackers. Allows students to track progress in a user-friendly format. Best used with fun seasonal stickers to mark when a skill has been demonstrated as mastered. 1st-8th aligned to California Standards.

Simple Circle Mini Book, celebrating Pi Day. An introduction to circles, including the color brown, pie and Pi.

Simple foldable for figurative language lessons. Great for interactive notebooks.

Simple foldable outlining the elements in a story. To see how we implement it in our classroom, visit: http://araizanest.weebly.com/blog/story-elements

Brainstorming is a great way to begin many lessons. Free writings is a favorite among both children and adults. This style of brainstorming is listing everything that comes to mind; with no regard to practicality. You jot down everything that comes to mind, regardless of common sense, money or resources. Download this visual aid to put some structure to this completely unstructured approach to brainstorming; and watch as ideas develop.

Introduction to blood for lower grades. Great when paired up with a hands on activity and library readings. For ideas visit: http://araizanest.weebly.com/blog/blood

This worksheet incorporates multiple subjects. Pair this worksheet up with a hands on activity and a blood themed book for maximum effectiveness. For ideas check out: http://araizanest.weebly.com/blog/blood

Count and color the hearts, then cut and paste the matching number. Great for valentines day activities. Incorporate candy conversation hearts for even more fun.

Small notes home to let parents know how their child's day went. Great to send reminders home and parent communications. I complete and send home daily with my students.

Classroom favorite for my preschool and kinder students. Use with stickers or daubers. Document is in word format to allow for easy editing. Visit my blog for pictures and additional ideas: http://araizanest.weebly.com/blog/dot-addition