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I am a Nationally Board Certified Mid-Level Generalist and have been a teacher for 20+ years. I have always taught the sixth grade and just LOVE them! Prior to teaching I worked in the health insurance industry as a Marketing Representative. I love integrating technology into the curriculum as much as possible. My blog: yoursmarticles.com focuses on strategies for technology integration. Through conferences, seminars and training sessions I share my experience with other teachers as much as possible!
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Inferring is Priceless
Unleash the Detective Skills of Your Students with "Inferring is Priceless"! Looking for a fun, hands-on way to teach inference? This engaging activity turns your students into detectives as they analyze 14 unique store receipts to draw conclusions and make inferences. Inferring is Priceless combines critical thinking with real-world scenarios, helping students master the skill of inferring while enjoying the process. What's Included: 14 Receipts: Each receipt provides clues for students to expl
2nd - 8th
English Language Arts, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.4.1
, RL.5.1
, RL.6.1
Also included in: Inferring Skills BUNDLE
Bulletin Board - Sour Patch Theme
This colorful, eye-catching bulletin board displays the title "Our Batch of Kids" in colors and a style that mimics a popular candy! Each student can be displayed on the board as a gummy candy with 6 styles to choose from, while the title tells everyone who is in your class!
This product is designed to be printed and cut out to fit the display area you are using...whether it's a door or a bulletin board. Complete assembly directions, ideas and examples are included with the full color prod
1st - 8th
For All Subjects
The One and Only Ivan - Merge Cube Project
Bring Ivan from the book “The One and Only Ivan” to life with this fun and engaging project! Students edit slides based on the character traits of Ivan: Appearance, Feelings, What He Says and his Actions.. They then log-in to a CoSpaces account and upload images of the slides and move/position them into place on the Merge Cube. Students can then add (and animate) Ivan the gorilla, Ruby and other characters that fit the novel and VOILA you have a student generated character cube viewable on
2nd - 6th
English Language Arts, Reading
Also included in: CoSpaces Creations Bundle (with Merge Cube)
Plicker Keeper Bulletin Board Set
This bulletin board is a print-and-go display for your Plickers. Simply print out the powerpoint file and assemble your board.
Mount each Plicker (link to codes from Plicker.com is provided) on a cardboard backdrop that makes the Plickers more durable AND easier to use. Each Plicker letter corresponds with a LARGER letter that is easier for students to grasp and see.
Plickers can be mounted on this board numerically for ease of use and out of the way storage. Encourage students to "Pluck T
1st - 12th
For All Subjects
Pinwheel Vocabulary Puzzle...Life Sized
Looking for the ultimate in cooperative learning? Try this pinwheel puzzle!! This customizable Powerpoint Template will allow you to insert 13 of your own vocabulary words/definitions to create a life sized puzzle for your students to solve! The puzzle is made up of 10 pieces that match up via the words/definition. The final shape of the puzzle is 2 x 5 with a border that is a single word that ties together all of the words/definitions with a common theme....but don't tell that to the studen
2nd - 12th
For All Subjects
Chalkboard Frames!
These adorable chalkboard frames are great for your project! Each crispy clear 300 dpi frame can be stretch to fit your purpose....whether it's a classroom sign, worksheet for other great product! 8 frames in transparent .png format are available Included in the package are recommended chalkboard fonts that are easy to download and install to spice up your work. Designed for personal and/or commercial use. Please follow my store for updates and additional frame packages. Follow my blog http://w
PreK - 12th
For All Subjects
Emoji Bingo
Are you looking for ideas on Zoom or Google Meet to support student's social/emotional connections during distance learning or just as a back to school activity? This EMOJI Bingo game is so much fun! This game includes: ✨ Emoji BINGO card template on editable Google Slides ✨customized digital spinner ✨checklist card to keep track of what's been spun The BINGO cards are editable with chips that SLIDE over the Emoji images. Students will have a GREAT time playing the game and staying connected. T
2nd - 8th
Sorry We Missed You Door Tag
Gone from your classroom?? No problem!! Hang this cute and useful door tag on your door to let everyone know where you've gone! Simply cut out the door tag and laminate it (I laminated mine THREE times). Then adhere the black arrow to a large paper clip. Clip the paper clip next to the circle that indicates where you've gone! Once the doortag is laminated, you can write on the locations that your class visits frequently. Available in a RAINBOW of colors. Want the editable Google Slide ve
PreK - 12th
For All Subjects
Chalkboard Welcome Banner Flags
Please enjoy this chalkboard FREEBIE from my store! Included is the same banner flag WELCOME message in 7 different colors for you to decorate your classroom. Please use this product for personal use only. None of the images, decorations, fonts, etc. are for commercial use. For technology tips, tutorials, applications and HOW I CREATE MY WORK, please visit http://www.yoursmarticles.blogspot.com ABSOLUTELY follow my store! Many updates to come and you'll miss out if you are not a follower. T
PreK - 12th
Learning Targets
Use this printable file to display your weekly learning targets in your classroom.
1st - 8th
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Experience
I am a Nationally Board Certified Mid-Level Generalist and have been a teacher for 20+ years. I have always taught the sixth grade and just LOVE them! Prior to teaching I worked in the health insurance industry as a Marketing Representative. I love integrating technology into the curriculum as much as possible. My blog: yoursmarticles.com focuses on strategies for technology integration. Through conferences, seminars and training sessions I share my experience with other teachers as much as possible!
Teaching style
Unquestionably my teaching style is student-centered. Student inquiry and project based activities are my strengths coupled with technology integration.
Awards & shining teacher moments
FInd me on TikTok!! @MaryHoward118
Author: Artificial Intelligence to Streamline Your Teacher Life
National Board Certified Teacher
2018 and 2020 NYS Teacher of the Year Finalist
Certified BrainPop Educator
Apple Teacher
Google Certified Teacher Level 2
Lee Bryant Outstanding Technology
Teacher of the year 2014-2015
Published in 2013 NYSMSA'S In Transitions journal
Published in AMLE Magazine
Published iBook on Student ENgagement
Presenter at ISTE, NYSMA, NYSCATE and many other conferences on technology integration
Author of Yoursmarticles.blogspot.com and yoursmarticles.com
My own education history
1991 Graduated from Michigan State University
2001 Obtained Masters Degree
and teaching certificate PRE-K through 6
60+ hours above masters credit
Additional biographical information
Mother of 3 sons (and a charming cavalier spaniel), runner and ice hockey player. I love my job and put all of my energy into doing what's best for students.
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