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Hello! I'm Chrissie...veteran teacher of 24 years. Passion and creativity float my boat. I design time-saving learning materials for upper elementary students that are unique and fun. From lapbooks to scavenger hunts and lockbox challenges, you'll find plenty of tools to keep your students on the edge of their seats.
I am a Pennsylvania public school educator. After student teaching in kindergarten, I began my career as a second grade teacher. Shortly thereafter, I became a first to second grade looping teacher. I then moved to third grade for 14 years before becoming a K-5 gifted support teacher. I have enjoyed every age level along the way! Each grade level brings so many different rewards and challenges to make life interesting.
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Genius Hour Lapbook & Informational Passage | Independent Passion Project
This 25 page download is a complete kit with black line masters and photo directions for making a Genius Hour lapbook with your students. Use it to guide your students through the stages of a Genius Hour project, from planning to research, proposal, learning log, and reflection. Also included is an informational passage for students (and/or parents) about the origins of Genius Hour and how it is used in classrooms today. This lapbook kit contains the following interactive parts: 1. Lapbook cover
3rd - 5th
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Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
This BUNDLE includes a full year (12 months) of Puzzle of the Day brainteasers. What is Puzzle of the Day?Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each weekday throughout the year! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. The {monthly themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this r
3rd - 5th
September Early Finishers | Back to School Enrichment | Puzzle of the Day
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each weekday in September! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 22 {September themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills, plus p
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
April Early Finishers | April Enrichment | Morning Work | Brainteasers
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each school day in April! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 22 {April themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills, plus persev
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
February Early Finishers | February Enrichment | Morning Work | Puzzles
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each school day in February! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 20 {February themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills, plus
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
May Early Finishers | May Enrichment | Morning Work | Brainteasers
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each school day in May! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 22 {May themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills, plus perseveran
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
March Early Finishers | March Enrichment | Morning Work | Brainteasers
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each school day in March! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 22 {March themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills, plus persev
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
June Early Finishers | June Enrichment | Morning Work | Brainteasers
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each weekday in June! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. You can even send them home to keep them thinking over the summer! Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 22 {June themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
January Early Finishers | January Enrichment | Puzzle of the Day
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each school day in January! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 22 {January themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills, plus pe
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
October Early Finishers | October Enrichment | Puzzle of the Day
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each weekday in October! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 22 {October themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills, plus perse
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
December Early Finishers | December Enrichment | Puzzle of the Day
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each school day in December! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 18 {December themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills, plus
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
November Early Finishers | November Enrichment | Puzzle of the Day
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each weekday in November! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 20 {November themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills, plus per
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
August Early Finishers | August Enrichment | Morning Work | Puzzlers
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each weekday in August! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 22 {August themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice logical thinking and deductive reasoning skills, plus perseve
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
Critical Thinking Puzzles | Early Finishers | Morning Work
Are you looking for a way to keep your upper elementary students engaged during morning arrival or when they finish early? This free set of puzzles [with answer keys] includes: 1. Drop quote puzzle 2. Rebus math puzzler 3. Pigpen cipher puzzle 4. Hexagon number puzzler 5. Logic puzzle Puzzles are a great tool because they give students an opportunity to practice problem solving and critical thinking skills, while building perseverance in a fun way. If you are looking for a full month or year of
3rd - 5th
July Early Finishers | July Enrichment | Morning Work | Brainteasers
Challenge your students with a puzzle to solve each weekday in July! These can be used for early finishers, morning work, centers, or to engage students during a whole group lesson. You can even send them home to keep them thinking over the summer! Use Puzzle of the Day as an enrichment activity. Give your students the opportunity to practice the critical skill of problem solving. There are 22 {July themed} puzzles/brainteasers included in this resource that will help your students practice
3rd - 5th
Also included in:Â Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
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About the store
Experience
Hello! I'm Chrissie...veteran teacher of 24 years. Passion and creativity float my boat. I design time-saving learning materials for upper elementary students that are unique and fun. From lapbooks to scavenger hunts and lockbox challenges, you'll find plenty of tools to keep your students on the edge of their seats.
I am a Pennsylvania public school educator. After student teaching in kindergarten, I began my career as a second grade teacher. Shortly thereafter, I became a first to second grade looping teacher. I then moved to third grade for 14 years before becoming a K-5 gifted support teacher. I have enjoyed every age level along the way! Each grade level brings so many different rewards and challenges to make life interesting.
Teaching style
Visual, Organized, Child-Centered
Awards & shining teacher moments
3X Citadel Heart of Learning Award Nominee
My own education history
Bachelors of Science in Early Childhood Education (University of Delaware)
Masters of Elementary Education (West Chester University)
Additional biographical information
My husband is also a teacher. We love to travel and explore the country (from sea to shining sea) in our camper with our two children during the summer months. :-)
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