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I enjoy making educational products students can use independently for lessons, centers and research. My goal is to provide teachers with Ready To Go products that save or provide teachers precious TIME. I have decades of experience as a classroom teacher, Resource Teacher and elementary Media Specialist.
John Henry Character Poem Activity
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John Henry Character Poem Activity

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Use these Tall Tale Character Poem Activity Sheets during your class study of John Henry or Tall Tales Unit. Great poetry activity for literacy/poetry center or your substitute file. I’ve included pages to walk your students through the writing process, sample pages, graphics to color and more! Pick and choose what you want to use from this 15 page resource! Teacher Notes Page Format of poem Handout as well as Samples of the graphic organizer and final poem provided. *Paul Bunyan poem is used on the example pages. Graphic Organizer guides students to brainstorm words and ideas they will need for the poem as they read and study about the character. Draft page. This page guides students to fill in each line. Then, they do a spell check with each other and you. **Final Draft Writing Pages. **Students write the final draft of their entire poem. There is a portrait page option with Color graphics as well as one with B&W graphics. Two landscape options available with different line choices with no clip art. Preposition List for students to refer to in creating their prepositional phrases. Comes in Color as well as B&W. Graphics for students to color, cut and glue along with their final poem. All get mounted on a 12″ x 18″ piece of construction paper.
Paul Bunyan Character Poem Activity
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Paul Bunyan Character Poem Activity

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**Use these Tall Tale Character Poem Activity Sheets during your class study of Paul Bunyan or Tall Tales Unit. **Great poetry activity for literacy/poetry center or your substitute file. I’ve included pages to walk your students through the writing process, sample pages, graphics to color and more! Pick and choose what you want to use from this 15 page resource! Teacher Notes Page Format of poem Handout as well as Samples of the graphic organizer and final poem provided. Paul Bunyan poem is used on the example pages. Graphic Organizer guides students to brainstorm words and ideas they will need for the poem as they read and study about the character. Draft page. This page guides students to fill in each line. Then, they do a spell check with each other and you. Final Draft Writing Pages. Students write the final draft of their entire poem. There is a portrait page option with Color graphics as well as one with B&W graphics. Two landscape options available with different line choices with no clip art. Preposition List for students to refer to in creating their prepositional phrases. Comes in Color as well as B&W. Graphics for students to color, cut and glue along with their final poem. All get mounted on a 12″ x 18″ piece of construction paper.
Johnny Appleseed Character Poem Activity
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Johnny Appleseed Character Poem Activity

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**Use these Tall Tale Character Poem Activity Sheets during your class study of Johnny Appleseed or Tall Tales Unit. **Great poetry activity for literacy/poetry center or your substitute file. I’ve included pages to walk your students through the writing process, sample pages, graphics to color and more! Pick and choose what you want to use from this 15 page resource! Teacher Notes Page Format of poem Handout as well as Samples of the graphic organizer and final poem provided. Paul Bunyan poem is used on the example pages. Graphic Organizer guides students to brainstorm words and ideas they will need for the poem as they read and study about the character. Draft page. This page guides students to fill in each line. Then, they do a spell check with each other and you. Final Draft Writing Pages. Students write the final draft of their entire poem. There is a portrait page option with Color graphics as well as one with B&W graphics. Two landscape options available with different line choices with no clip art. Preposition List for students to refer to in creating their prepositional phrases. Comes in Color as well as B&W. Graphics for students to color, cut and glue along with their final poem. All get mounted on a 12″ x 18″ piece of construction paper.
Johnny Appleseed Coloring Pages for Fall or Autumn
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Johnny Appleseed Coloring Pages for Fall or Autumn

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Here are some Johnny Appleseed Coloring sheets for your students to enjoy this Fall or during your Tall Tale Unit! All three pages come in 2 versions. Here are some Johnny Appleseed Coloring sheets for your students to enjoy this Fall or during your Tall Tale Unit! All three pages come in 2 versions. Version 1 is 3 straight coloring sheets. Version 2 each of the 3 sheets has a word for them to trace. Words are “seeds”, “Johnny Appleseed”, and “fox”.
Apple Poetry Activity Sheets
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Apple Poetry Activity Sheets

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Have your students write Acrostic, Haiku and Sensory poetry with these Apple themed poetry activity sheets. Includes topics like apples, apple orchard, Johnny Appleseed, Farmer’s Market, and Choose a Topic pages. Great for your Writing and Literacy Centers, Early Finishers and Substitute packets. Includes 10 pages: APPLES Acrostic ORCHARD Acrostic with no background ORCHARD Acrostic with Orchard background Choose a Topic Apple Acrostic with no background Choose a Topic Apple Acrostic with apple tree background Apples - Sensory Poem - great to cut out and put on bulletin board. Apples Haiku Choice #1 Apples Haiku Choice #2 Farmer’s Market Haiku Johnny Appleseed Haiku
Apple Writing Papers for Fall or Autumn
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Apple Writing Papers for Fall or Autumn

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Have your students write to your apple orchard, apple pie, farm truck, farmer’s market, apple picking, Johnny Appleseed and more prompts this fall. Or, place copies of these at your Literacy Center for students to write on their own topic of choice! Each design is available in 3 different writing line options to meet the needs of your students. Includes 27 pages in 9 different designs: Farmer’s Market with children clip art - 3 writing line options. Farmer’s Market without children clip art - 3 writing line options. Apple Orchard - 3 writing line options. Johnny Appleseed - 3 writing line options. Apple Picking with tree and ladder - 3 writing line options. Fresh Apples with sign - 3 writing line options. Apple - 3 writing line options. Apple Pie - 3 writing line options. Farm Truck - 3 writing line options.
Stellaluna Activity Sheets | Print and Go!
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Stellaluna Activity Sheets | Print and Go!

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Here are 4 activity sheets to print and use after you’ve read Stellaluna, by Janell Cannon, to your students. Comprehension Sheet – This sheet asks students to draw and write about their favorite part and answer some questions related to story. Answer Key is included Venn Diagram – a page where the students Compare and Contrast bats to birds. Story Map #1 – Students use words and/or pictures to fill in the characters, setting, problem and solution of the story. Story Map #2 – Students use words and/or pictures to fill in the characters, setting, beginning, middle, end, and moral of the story.
Bat Research Activity Sheets | Print and Go!
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Bat Research Activity Sheets | Print and Go!

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Here are some Bat Research Activity sheets to print and use. Great to go along with your picture book study of Stellaluna. KWL Chart – This sheet asks students to write what they Know, what they Want to Know and what they Learned about bats. Bat Research Pages – In this poster project, students research what bats look like, their diet, habitat and interesting facts. They then cite their sources. Includes: Flying Fox Bats, Fruit Bats, Vampire Bats and a Generic Bat Research Page.
Bookworm Bookmarks to Color - Color and B&W Reading Bookmarks
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Bookworm Bookmarks to Color - Color and B&W Reading Bookmarks

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**These “I Love Books” Bookworm Bookmarks go great with your lessons on Book Care Unit or anytime. ** Bookmarks come 4 to a page in full color as well as B&W. Students love to color their own, and it’s economical to photocopy them! Spread the love of reading!! Permission for Clip Art Usage per Kate Hadfield Designs Extended License #20/135368215/T
Fourth of July Word Search | HARD
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Fourth of July Word Search | HARD

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This is a Hard 4th of July Word Search to celebrate Independence Day. Words are in ANY direction! Words include: America, independence, family, celebration, parade, fireworks, tradition, sparklers, picnic, summer, holiday, nation, freedom, rights, barbecue, flag, stars, stripes, eagle, liberty, July, fourth, red, white and blue.
Back to School Word Search HARD Grades5&Up
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Back to School Word Search HARD Grades5&Up

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This Back to School Word Search is Difficult and welcomes back your students. 40 related vocabulary words are hidden across, down, backwards, and diagonally…in all directions. Words include: art, bus, gym, quiz, rules, study, tests, class, school, books, paper, math, music, recess, science, lunch, reading, spelling, writing, folder, friends, janitor, principal, teacher, lesson, library, learning, supplies, backpack, calculator, computer, notebook, homeroom, homework, assignment, report card, language arts, social studies, technology and physical education. Includes: Color version Print-friendly B&W version Answer Key Great for Grades 5 to Adult!
Summer Poetry Activity Sheets
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Summer Poetry Activity Sheets

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Have your students write Acrostic or Haiku poetry with these Summer, Sun and Beach themed poetry activity sheets. Great for your Writing and Literacy Centers, Early Finishers and Substitute packets. A generic sheet for each type of poetry is included to expand the possibilities! Includes 8 pages: SUMMER Acrostic BEACH Acrostic Choice #1 BEACH Acrostic Choice #2 SUNSHINE Acrostic Choose Your Topic SUMMER Acrostic SUN Haiku BEACH Haiku Choose Your Topic SUMMER Haiku Permission for Clip Art Usage per Kate Hadfield Designs Extended License #20/135368215/T
Valentine's Day Word Search BUNDLE
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Valentine's Day Word Search BUNDLE

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Here are 2 LEVELS of a Ready to Go Valentine’s Day Word Search for Elementary students. These No Prep Printables are Great for Word Search Lovers, Early Finishers, Sponge Activity, Morning Work, Literacy Centers and More!! They look exactly alike except for the search itself! Easy to Differentiate for your students! Easy Level: Words are horizontal and vertical (forward direction only) in an all uppercase puzzle. Hard Level: Words are in vertical and horizontal (frontwards and backwards). They are also diagonal from the left down to the right only in an all uppercase puzzle. Words include: love, card, party, red, pink, white, candy, hearts, caring, poem, Cupid, arrow, friends, flowers, holiday, admirer, kindness, tradition, be mine, balloons, Valentine, February, fourteenth, happiness and chocolate. Includes: Color version Print-friendly B&W version Answer Key
Camping Word Search HARD for Grades 5 to Adult
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Camping Word Search HARD for Grades 5 to Adult

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This Camping Word Search is Difficult and great for Summer. 40 related vocabulary words are hidden across, down, backwards, and diagonally…in all directions. Words include: nature, wildlife, compass, cabin, shelter, trail, canoe, ranger, backpack, tarp, poncho, mess kit, cooler, lantern, matches, flashlight, camp, tent, lake, trees, water, woods, map, bugs, binoculars, fishing, swimming, hiking, singing, relaxing, campfire, activities, sleeping bag, dragonfly, mosquitoes, lightning bugs, cookout, marshmallows, hot dogs and s’mores. Includes: Color version Print-friendly B&W version Answer Key Great for Grades 5 to Adult!
Soccer Word Search – Hard for Grades 5 and Up
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Soccer Word Search – Hard for Grades 5 and Up

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This Soccer Word Search is Hard. Add this to your physical education substitute file as a review of important terms. The 40 Soccer related words are hidden across, down, backwards, and diagonally. Words include: soccer, match, point, punt, save, wall, cleats, offside, goal box, goal line, halfway line, center circle, touchline, kick-off, defense, offense, referee, coach, captain, defender, forward, goalkeeper, midfielder, hand ball, dribble, goal kick, free kick, header, passing, shooting, throw-in, volley, corner kick, out of bounds, marking up, extra time, red card, ball control, penalty kick and shin guards. Includes: Color version Print-friendly B&W version Answer Key Great for Grades 5 to Adult!
Basketball Word Search – Hard for Grades 5 to Adult
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Basketball Word Search – Hard for Grades 5 to Adult

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This Basketball Word Search is Hard. Add this to your physical education substitute file as a review of important terms. The 40 Basketball related words are hidden across, down, backwards, and diagonally. Words include: score, pass, pivot, steal, foul, assist, dunk, layup, blocking, bounce, dribble, traveling, throw-in, rebound, air ball, clear out, keyhole, time out, end line, inbounds, March Madness, slam dunk three-pointer, front court, possession, backboard, net, hoop, court, clock, basket, points, roster, coach, player, shooter, guard, team, break and referee. Includes: Color version Print-friendly B&W version Answer Key Great for Grades 5 to Adult!
Baseball Word Search – Hard for Grades 5 to Adult
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Baseball Word Search – Hard for Grades 5 to Adult

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This Baseball Word Search is Hard. Add this to your physical education substitute file as a review of important terms. The 40 Baseball related words are hidden across, down, backwards, and diagonally. Words include: team, base, bunt, foul, strike, throw, tag, fans, baseball, steal, walk, umpire, glove, single, double, triple, fly ball, grounder, catcher, pitcher, batter, popcorn, peanuts, hot dog, inning, lineup, dugout, mound, infield, outfield, shortstop, diamond, homerun, bullpen, backstop, stadium, bleachers, scoreboard, grandstand and equipment. Includes: Color version Print-friendly B&W version Answer Key Great for Grades 5 to Adult!
Happy New Year Word Search BUNDLE - Easy and Hard Bundle
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Happy New Year Word Search BUNDLE - Easy and Hard Bundle

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**Here are 2 LEVELS of a Ready to Go Happy New Year Word Search for Elementary students. **These No Prep Printables are Great for Word Search Lovers, Early Finishers, Sponge Activity, Morning Work, Literacy Centers and More!! They look exactly alike except for the search itself! Easy to Differentiate for your students! Easy Level: Words are horizontal and vertical (forward direction only) in an all uppercase puzzle. Hard Level: Words are in vertical and horizontal (frontwards and backwards). They are also diagonal from the left down to the right only in an all uppercase puzzle. Words include: holiday, tradition, future, clock, first, goals, memories, resolution, New Year, streamers, mask, music, dancing, midnight, countdown, hat, party, confetti, fireworks, prosperous, kiss, parade, balloons, sparklers and noisemaker. Easy to Differentiate Full Color pages B&W reproducible pages Answer Keys
Valentine's Day Word Search | HARD
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Valentine's Day Word Search | HARD

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This a Valentine’s Day Hard Word Search. Words are in vertical and horizontal (frontwards and backwards). They are also diagonal from the left down to the right only in an all uppercase puzzle. Words include: love, card, party, red, pink, white, candy, hearts, caring, poem, Cupid, arrow, friends, flowers, holiday, admirer, kindness, tradition, be mine, balloons, Valentine, February, fourteenth, happiness and chocolate. Need to differentiate? Check out the related Bundle. Includes: Full Color page B&W reproducible page Answer Key
Valentine's Day Word Search | EASY
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Valentine's Day Word Search | EASY

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This a Ready to Go Valentine’s Day Easy Word Search. Words are horizontal and vertical (forward direction only) in an all uppercase puzzle. Words include: love, card, party, red, pink, white, candy, hearts, caring, poem, Cupid, arrow, friends, flowers, holiday, admirer, kindness, tradition, be mine, balloons, Valentine, February, fourteenth, happiness and chocolate. Need to differentiate? Check out the related Bundle. Includes: Full Color page B&W reproducible page Answer Key