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Independent Reading Rubric & Toolkit | Conferences & Accountability 3rd 4th 5th
Make independent reading meaningful, accountable, and easy to manage with this Independent Reading Rubric & Toolkit. If you’ve struggled with keeping students focused, tracking progress, or making reading conferences purposeful, this system gives you a clear, consistent framework that works across upper elementary classrooms. WHAT THIS RESOURCE IS This is more than a rubric—it’s a complete independent reading system designed to help you: Monitor student engagement and reading behaviors Run e
3rd - 6th
Reading, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
CCSS
RF.5.4
, RF.5.4a
Lost Colony of Roanoke CER | Evidence & Reasoning 5th 6th 7th 8th
Guide students through historical thinking and evidence-based writing with this Roanoke CER writing task, focused on the enduring mystery of the Lost Colony. In this structured Claim–Evidence–Reasoning (CER) activity, students develop a clear claim about what they believe most likely happened to the Roanoke colonists, support that claim with historical evidence, and explain their reasoning. Students are encouraged to acknowledge uncertainty and think like historians rather than search for a sin
4th - 8th
Reading, U.S. History, Writing
Lost Colony of Roanoke Evidence Sort | Fact & Theory 5th 6th 7th 8th
Help students think like historians with this Roanoke Evidence Sort, a low-prep, high-thinking activity that asks students to analyze historical statements and determine whether each one is confirmed evidence, a reasonable theory, or still a mystery. Using the mystery of the Lost Colony of Roanoke, students practice historical reasoning, evidence analysis, and justification—essential skills for upper elementary and middle school social studies. This activity works especially well as a pre-wr
4th - 6th
U.S. History
CCSS
RI.5.7
, RI.5.8
, CCRA.R.1
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“Life in My Shoes” Identity & SEL Project/ Printable Activities 4th 5th 6th
Step Into Someone’s Story — Including Your Own Start your year with empathy, creativity, and connection through this powerful identity-based SEL project! In Life in My Shoes, students design a symbolic shoe that tells their personal story—blending visual art, writing, and self-reflection into one meaningful back-to-school activity. Perfect for Grades 4–6, this engaging resource helps students explore who they are, what they value, and how they connect with others. It’s ideal for building c
4th - 6th
Character Education, Classroom Community, Social Emotional Learning
Veterans Day Lesson: Inquiry Stations + Reflection Writing 4th 5th 6th
A one-day Veterans Day inquiry lesson using The Wall by Eve Bunting. Students rotate through silent inquiry stations to explore how we remember and honor veterans, then complete a guided reflection writing task.This lesson prioritizes presence, curiosity, and reflection — rather than memorizing facts — and helps students consider how communities remember and honor sacrifice. What’s Included Teacher Guide (facilitation tips + timing 4 Silent Inquiry Stations Student Reflection Page Anchor Cha
4th - 6th
Character Education, Other (Social Studies), U.S. History
Reading Intervention Toolkit: Teaching Tools + Checklist SRO 3rd 4th 5th 6th
MTSS + SoR-Aligned “He just can’t read.” We’ve all heard it—but what does that really mean? This ready-to-use toolkit helps teachers move beyond vague labels and pinpoint the specific dependent reading behaviors that hold students back. Perfect for MTSS, reading intervention, and parent communication, this resource empowers you to notice, name, and nudge reading growth using clear, actionable language. Science of Reading-Aligned: Supports explicit identification of reading dif
3rd - 8th
Reading, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
Oral Reading Fluency Rubric | Accuracy Rate Expression Assessment 3rd 4th 5th Gr
Build confident, expressive readers with this free oral reading fluency mini-rubric and reflection sampler—perfect for grades 3–6! Designed as a preview of the full Fluency Rubric & Practice Toolkit, this resource helps students and teachers assess reading progress using clear, student-friendly criteria. ✅ What’s Included1-page Mini Fluency Rubric with the 4 core fluency dimensions(expression & tone, word accuracy, phrasing & flow, smoothness)Student Reflection Sheet for goal-setting and self
3rd - 7th
Reading, Reading Strategies, Science of Reading
CCSS
CCRA.R.10
Movement SEL Icebreaker Game | Morning Meeting Activity 5th 6th
\Bring movement, energy, and genuine connection to your classroom! This Movement SEL Icebreaker Cards set features a lively “Stand If You…” game designed to build community, boost engagement, and strengthen student relationships. Ideal for back-to-school, morning meetings, brain-breaks, or advisory, these community-building games encourage students in Grades 4-8 to move, share, and reflect in powerful and inclusive ways. 💬 What’s Included🃏 48 printable “Stand If You…” cards (6 per page –
4th - 8th
For All Subjects
Creative Thinking Project | Design a Billboard Task 5th 6th 7th 8th
Engage your students in critical thinking, teamwork, and visual communication with this no-prep Academic Spark Challenge!In the Billboard Challenge, teams must design a wordless billboard that visually communicates a big idea or academic concept—without using any words or numbers! Perfect for upper elementary and middle school, this flexible challenge supports ELA, science, social studies, math, and SEL standards. What’s Included: Complete Teacher Guide (materials, setup, facilitation tips,
5th - 8th
For All Subjects
CCSS, NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
SL.5.1
, SL.5.1c
, CCRA.SL.1
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About the store
Experience
30 + years of teaching experience
Kindergarten- Sixth Grade
Teaching style
Activity-based
Constructivist
Student-centered
Inquiry-based
Awards & shining teacher moments
Disney Teacheriffic Award Winner
2 Time Teacher of the Year
Additional biographical information
Welcome! I design upper elementary lessons that build student voice, leadership, and thoughtful academic dialogue. You’ll find:
• **SEL Check-Ins & Reflection** – quick prompts, surveys, and routines to help students notice their thinking, emotions, and learning progress.
• **Student Leadership & Goal Setting** – classroom jobs systems, leadership coaching, and student-led reflection tools that build ownership.
• **Back-to-School & Classroom Community** – engaging movement-based icebreakers, welcome stations, and first-week routines that create a warm, connected classroom.
• **Reading & Writing Lessons** – fluency routines, reading behavior strategy tools, morpheme study, and writing response supports.
• **U.S. History & Civics Inquiry Units** – respectful, discussion-centered lessons that use primary sources and inquiry stations to explore perspective and remembrance.
• **SEL Identity & Character Education** – identity projects, character strengths work, and reflection activities that help students understand who they are and who they want to become.
• **Creative Thinking & Collaboration Challenges** – team STEM tasks, critical thinking design challenges, and problem-solving prompts that build communication and collaboration skills.
My resources are calm, respectful, and academically rigorous—designed to support student growth without rushing or pressure.
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