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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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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
Enrichment Task Cards | Curiosities BUNDLE | Gifted Independent Activities
Are you searching for independent projects that will engage and challenge your gifted or high-achieving students?This BUNDLE of Curiosities Enrichment Task Cards for Grades 3-5 is designed specifically for students who are curious thinkers, seeking enrichment opportunities beyond the curriculum. The tasks are appropriate for gifted learners, as well as high achievers who would benefit from an independent challenge. This bundle includes six enrichment resources. When purchased individually, t
3rd - 5th
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
For All Subjects
Number Sense Puzzles | DIGITAL Math Emoji Puzzles for Google Forms Set 1
Are you looking for a fun math warm-up to jump-start your math lesson, or a way to keep independent learners engaged? Digital Emoji Puzzles are a great way to motivate students to think critically. The puzzles are challenging, but fun! Students must study the emoji images and determine the value of each image, based on the values provided. They will need to multiply, add, and subtract, plus use logical thinking and visual discrimination skills. The puzzles require perseverance, which will improv
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations
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: 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: Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
Enrichment Task Cards | Bigfoot | Gifted and Talented Independent Activities
Are you searching for an independent project that will engage and challenge your gifted or high achieving students? This resource is designed specifically for students who are curious thinkers, seeking enrichment opportunities beyond the curriculum. The tasks are appropriate for gifted learners, as well as high achievers who would benefit from an independent challenge. The included activities are based on an intriguing central theme (Bigfoot), with tasks that require critical and creative th
3rd - 5th
Informational Text
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
Enrichment Task Cards | Shipwrecks | Gifted & Talented Independent Activities
Are you searching for an independent project that will engage and challenge your gifted or high achieving students? This resource is designed specifically for students who are curious thinkers, seeking enrichment opportunities beyond the curriculum. The tasks are appropriate for gifted learners, as well as high achievers who would benefit from an independent challenge. The included activities are based on an intriguing central theme (Shipwrecks), with tasks that require critical and creative
3rd - 5th
Informational Text
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: 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: 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: Puzzle of the Day Full Year BUNDLE | Brainteasers | Early Finishers
Fraction Word Problems | Build a Burger! Digital Activity for Google Forms™
Your students will be highly motivated to solve these fraction word problems as they earn pieces to build a burger! Each correct answer will unlock a new part! Students will gain practice with Common Core Standard 4.NF.B.4C as they answer 8 word problems that will require finding parts of a set by multiplying fractions by whole numbers. Please refer to the preview to see if the questions will meet the needs of your students. This resource includes 2 levels so that you can easily differentiate
4th - 5th
Basic Operations, Fractions
CCSS
4.NF.B.4c
Number Sense Puzzles | Digital Math Puzzle BUNDLE for Google Forms™
Are you looking for a fun math warm-up to jump-start your math lesson, or a way to keep independent learners engaged? Digital puzzles are a great way to motivate students to think critically. The puzzles are challenging, but fun! Students must study the images and determine the value of each image, based on the values provided. They will need to multiply, divide, add, and subtract, plus use logical thinking and visual discrimination skills. The puzzles require perseverance, which will improve wi
3rd - 5th
Basic Operations
Back to School Enrichment | Digital Escape Tale for Google Forms™
Escape Tales are adventure stories that will give your students an opportunity to practice math skills in a fun way! In this back-to-school adventure, students will escape obstacles by solving complex patterns and number puzzlers. Each correct answer will “unlock” the next part of the adventure. >CLICK HERE TO SEE ALL OF THE SEASONAL/HOLIDAY ESCAPE TALES<It's a unique, integrated reading and math activity that is perfect for enrichment during the months of August & September! Use it for
3rd - 5th
Math
CCSS
3.OA.D.9
, 4.OA.C.5
, 5.OA.B.3
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About the store
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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.
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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