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This year marks my 30th year of teaching! I have taught kindergarten, first grade, second grade, sixth grade and currently I teach 5th grade. While I have taught all subjects, I specialize in creating math and science products that align with current standards.

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This year marks my 30th year of teaching! I have taught kindergarten, first grade, second grade, sixth grade and currently I teach 5th grade. While I have taught all subjects, I specialize in creating math and science products that align with current standards.
Place Value Chart with Decimals
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Place Value Chart with Decimals

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This Place Value chart contains Millions thru Thousandths place value. Each page contains 2 charts. I like to laminate several of these for use in small groups or at centers. Students can write and wipe various numbers for place value practice. I hope you enjoy this free printable.
Long Division - Step by Step
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Long Division - Step by Step

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For students who are either just getting started with the long division process or with students who are struggling with the process. The example shows a double digit dividend being divided by a single digit divisor. The final answer does have a remainder. The fold-up breaks the process down into six steps: divide, multiply, subtract, bring down (repeat if needed), remainder and check. The steps are listed and a visual representation is shown. The fold-up will fit nicely in a math journal (just trim on the grey line for a better fit). In addition, I decided to create a one page handout (handout is the one without the dotted cut lines) of the steps. My thinking is that this particular information might be a better resource without the flaps.
Solve & Check Color Coded: Divide a Decimal by a Whole Number
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Solve & Check Color Coded: Divide a Decimal by a Whole Number

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Solve & Check cards POP with Color! This set features dividing a decimal by a whole number. A Solve & Check Math Skills set contains: • 32 vibrant math skill cards. Each card has an equation in the center along with 4 possible answers (an answer is located in each corner of every card). After solving the equation, the student finds the answer and records the coordinating color on the recording sheet. Please view the preview page for and example of the types of questions on the task cards. • Card cover which can be used to help identify the math skill when displaying or storing the cards. • A two-sided student recording sheet. • A two-sided color coded answer key. Note! This set does not include QR codes!
Multi-Colored Genre and AR Classroom Library Kit - Includes Editable Labels
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Multi-Colored Genre and AR Classroom Library Kit - Includes Editable Labels

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New! This product now includes editable labels that can be customized using powerpoint! This product has everything you need to organize your classroom library by AR Book Levels or the following 10 genres: Realistic Fiction, Historical Fiction, Science Fiction, Fantasy, Mystery, Traditional Literature, Informational, Biography, Autobiography and Poetry. Colors Used Include: Sky Blue & White Polka Dot, Lime Green & White Polka Dot, Tangerine & White Polka Dot, Hot Pink & Polka Dot, Red & White Polka Dot, Lemon Sherbert & White Polka Dot This set includes: ~Genre Posters: One poster for each genre. Each poster contains a definition and several titles from the genre. ~Genre Labels: One set of 4.25”x 3.5” genre labels for book tubs or bookshelves. ~Book Label Code Sheet Poster: One poster that serves as the ‘key’ for the book spine labels. ~Book Spine Labels: One sheet of sixty book spine labels for each genre. These labels work with Avery Return Address Labels (60 per page). ~AR Book Level Labels: One set of 4.25”x 3.5” AR labels for book tubs or bookshelves ~Editable Multi-colored Poster Page (Powerpoint needed) ~Editable Labels (Powerpoint needed) Personally, I prefer to leave the posters a standard 8.5 x 11 size. My thinking is that I don't need someone to be able to read them from across the room. Instead I want them to be a resource students can use when browsing the library. Therefore, a standard size is perfect. The posters, however, can be enlarged. For directions how to make posters using your printer, read my blog post on the topic.
Integer Rules: Fold-Up Resource & More
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Integer Rules: Fold-Up Resource & More

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Integer Rules resource for students and parents! This fold-up resource provides students with the rules for adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing integers. Included in this packet is a four-flap fold-up. The fold-up explains the rule for each operation and provides examples of each. The teacher has two options for the inside of the fold-up. One option is completely filled in. The second option has empty example boxes for the students to fill in with problems of their own. To assemble the fold-up, run a copy of the outside (p.3). The outside will appear to be upside-down. This is done intentionally for a proper fold-up. Next, choose the inside (either p. 4 or 5) and run it on the backside of the outside. Next, with the inside face up, bring the bottom of the page up to the center black line and fold. Then, bring the top of the page down to the center black line and fold. Finally, cut on the 2 dotted lines. The end result should be a four-flap fold up. I have also included to 2-sided worksheet to use with students. Also, included is an answer key.
My Turn to Learn QR Code Task Cards: Two-Digit Long Division with Remainders
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My Turn to Learn QR Code Task Cards: Two-Digit Long Division with Remainders

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Turn to Learn task cards are fun to use because students love using a QR code reader to check their answers. This product contains: • 24 Task Cards. Each card has a two-digit long division problem. Note that the quotients will have remainders. • 24 cards with a corresponding QR code. The QR codes are the answers to the problems. • 2-sided workspace recording sheet that students can use to solve the problems. Students needing more space will have to use their own paper. • Traditional answer key for those not wanting to use the QR code component.
Thinking Like a Scientist: What's In the Mystery Box Science Investigation
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Thinking Like a Scientist: What's In the Mystery Box Science Investigation

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Note: This lesson is designed to be used with a Triple Beam Balance. I have developed the Mystery Box Investigation as a way to practice both Science Process Skills as well as the use of several science tools. It is a great beginning of the year activity! The tools used include magnets, calculators and a triple beam balance scale. A triple beam balance does work best, however a basic scale could be substituted if needed. Note that if a scale is substituted, you are no longer measuring mass, you will technically be measuring weight. This activity is used only after the science process skills have been taught and reviewed. Essentially, the students will use process skills along with tools to infer what object is hiding inside a mystery box. This process is repeated over until all mystery boxes the teacher has created have been examined. (I usually have 6 when completing this activity in my room.) This product contains: Step-By-Step Teacher Instructions (9 pages) Mystery Box Labels (for 12 boxes) Mystery Box Mass of Empty Box Labels (for 12 boxes) Using a Triple Beam Balance Instructions Triple Beam Balance Practice Page Student Investigation Procedure Page Mystery Box Recording Sheets (for 12 boxes) The preparation of the mystery boxes does take a bit of time--you wrap up shoe boxes using construction or wrapping paper--but once that task is complete, they mystery boxes can be used with this activity for a significant number of years. Mine are currently 7 years old and still going strong!
Finding the Least Common Multiple (LCM) Pack
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Finding the Least Common Multiple (LCM) Pack

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Students use the "M" method when finding the LCM! Each year my 5th grade students always confused Least Common Multiple and Greatest Common Factor. In an effort to help them keep the two straight, I try to make the way I present one very different from the way I present the other. For LCM, I use what I call 'The M Method'. Using a large M as a visual greatly helps my students distinguish between LCM and GCF. I created this pack to introduce the method to my students. The pack includes a LCM matchbook fold-up. A poster, a half sheet copy of the poster for a student resource and a two page worksheet. This pack INCLUDES the Least Common Multiple Poster, which is listed separately in my shop. If you buy this, there is no need to purchase the visual. To learn how to print a poster visit my Making Posters blog post. When assembling the matchbook fold-up, run a two-sided copy--the front cover (upside down intentionally for easier copying) and the inside. With the inside facing you, bring the top of the paper down to the bottom horizontal line and fold. Then bring the bottom of the paper up and fold on the bottom horizontal line. The result will look like a giant matchbook.
Science Experiments for the Teacher Who Doesn't Like Teaching Science, Part 3
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Science Experiments for the Teacher Who Doesn't Like Teaching Science, Part 3

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Many have asked for a 3rd set of Science Investigations for the Teacher Who Doesn't Like Teaching Science---and here it is! But, don't let the name fool you! You will find these experiments useful even if you LOVE teaching science :) Note this product is part of a "Bundled For Savings" pack. Be sure to check out Bundled for Savings: Science Experiments for the Teacher Who Doesn't Like Teaching Science to purchase all FOUR sets of this product at a substantial savings! This packet contains 5 easy investigations. The materials needed are easy to come by and inexpensive. I did not come up with these experiments myself, nor do I claim to. I have just compiled them onto easy to use sheets for students. Each experiment is described in detail on the front side and the backside provides students with space to record their observations. In addition, I have included an easy explanation of each experiment. The experiments include: Blown Away - A forces and motion experiment. Materials needed include a small paper ball, straw and large empty soda bottle. A Stalactite Show - A chemistry experiment. Materials needed include washing soda (found in the laundry detergent section), wash cloth, hot water, small plate, two glasses, scissors, string, spoon. Change a Diaper - A chemistry experiment. Materials needed include clean disposable diaper, scissors, newspaper, zip-lock bag, 8 oz. cup, water. Spaghetti Dance - A density experiment. Materials needed large clear container (quart size or larger), cooked spaghetti, vinegar, measuring cup, baking soda, water, food coloring. Waterfall - An anti-gravity experiment. Materials needed include wine glass, pitcher of water, napkin, large container. Just a side note: When I do experiments with my 5th graders, I put students into groups of 4. Each group gets a tub of materials and 4 investigation/recording sheets. So, essentially, as materials go, each group of 4 will get the materials for the experiment. This cuts down on the cost dramatically, plus students are required to work cooperatively to complete the task--a very needed social skill.
Science Experiments for the Teacher Who Doesn't Like Teaching Science
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Science Experiments for the Teacher Who Doesn't Like Teaching Science

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Note this product is part of a "Bundled For Savings" pack. Be sure to check out Bundled for Savings: Science Experiments for the Teacher Who Doesn't Like Teaching Science to purchase all FOUR sets of this product at a substantial savings! Yes, that's me...an elementary teacher who is not fond of teaching science. I know there are many of you out there, because I hear it from my colleagues all the time. I can't tell you how many science experiments I've had kids do that were total and complete flops over the years. Oh...and if you LOVE teaching science...you will find these experiments useful too! Finally, after 24 years of teaching, I have found tried and true experiments that the kids love, are easy to do, and actually work! This packet contains 5 easy investigations. The materials needed are easy to come by and inexpensive. I did not come up with these experiments myself, nor do I claim to. I have just compiled them onto easy to use sheets for students. Each experiment is described in detail on the front side and the backside provides students with space to record their observations. In addition, I have included an easy explanation of each experiment. The experiments include: Climbing Colors - A chromatology experiment. Materials needed include a washable colored marker, coffee filter, small plastic cup, water, measuring cup, scissors, and a ruler. Magic Milk - A color reaction experiment. Materials needed include whole milk, dinner plate, food coloring, Dawn dish detergent, and cotton swabs. Muscle Sand - A forces experiment. Materials needed include a paper towel cardboard tube, sand, tissue paper, rubber band, and a wooden dowel (12 inches long). Up, Up & Away - A chemical reaction experiment. Materials needed include a small uninflated balloon, small funnel, empty plastic water bottle, baking soda, vinegar, measuring cup (1/2 cup), and a measuring spoon (tablespoon) Hip Clip - A surface tension experiment. Materials needed include 2 clean, dry medium-size paper clips, 2” by 3” piece of tissue paper, bowl, water, and a pencil with an eraser.
Flip for Math: Step-By Step Flip Books for Long Division - Set of Three Books
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Flip for Math: Step-By Step Flip Books for Long Division - Set of Three Books

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Send this step-by-step guide home with long division homework! The purpose of a ‘We Flip for Math’ Flip Book, is to provide a struggling student witha step-by-step guide to take them through the process they are struggling with. I have various flip books available in my classroom, but only after I’ve taught the concept and we have practiced it a number of times. The complexity of some skills can be quite challenging for many students. Being able to remember all the steps can become overwhelming for some. A flip-book can help walk these children through the process. In addition, I have found flip-books can be helpful when sending homework home . Including a flip book can make for very happy parents! This packet contains three flip-books. • Single Digit Divisor Long Division, • Double Digit Divisor Long Division • Dividing BIG Numbers. BIG Numbers shows dividing a four digit dividend by a two digit divisor. While not the biggest of numbers, to a 5th grader, this is a BIG division problem. Not wanting to waste paper, I included several division problems students could use as practice problems. These problems can be found on the final page of the BIG Numbers Long Division book. These 3 cards, could be laminated and placed at a center. While working the division problems, the flip book could be used as a reference. To assemble each Flip Book simply run single-sided copies of all pages. Laminate for durabillity. Cut on the dotted line. Put the pages in sequential order-- cover should be on top. Bind or staple (binding works best) across the top!
Geometry - Classifying Triangles and Practice Pages
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Geometry - Classifying Triangles and Practice Pages

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Students love fold-ups! This product includes: • A six flap fold-up that classifies triangles by their angles (right, acute and obtuse) and by the length of their sides (equilateral, isosceles and scalene). A definition and a visual representation is given of each. • This product also includes two 2-sided practice pages and answer keys. Always make a test copy before copying for your students to make sure the cover and inside fold up properly. Note that the cover is intentionally upside down for easier printing.
FREE! Predator-Prey Relationships Matchbook Foldable
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FREE! Predator-Prey Relationships Matchbook Foldable

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This product is a matchbook type fold-up identifies the predator prey relationship within an ecosystem. To create this matchbook fold-up, simply run the outside sheet (upside down for easier copying) on one side of the paper and the inside sheet on the other side of the paper (always run a test copy to make sure the fold-up folds properly). To fold a matchbook fold-up, lay the inside face up. First, bring the top of the page down to the bottom horizontal line and fold. Then, bring the bottom of the paper up and fold on the bottom horizontal line. When finished it should look like a giant matchbook. Fold-ups are a wonderful resource that fit well in an interactive notebook or can be used as a stand alone resource. I find that my students refer to the fold-ups throughout the entire school year!
FREE Classroom Info Posters
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FREE Classroom Info Posters

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Make your classroom pop with fun resources! This product features 2 FREE classroom information posters that are created using black and white polka dots with red accents. • Poster 1 - Homework in DUE in the Morning! • Poster 2 - If it isn't finished, it's HOMEWORK! Both posters are created with the paper layout on landscape. The posters can be run on a standard 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper. Or you can enlarge them. For directions on how to make larger posters read my blog post on the subject.
Solve & Check with QR Codes: Divide a Decimal by a Whole Number
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Solve & Check with QR Codes: Divide a Decimal by a Whole Number

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Solve & Check cards POP with Color! This set features dividing a decimal by a whole number. A Solve & Check Math Skills set contains: • 32 math skill cards. Each card has an equation in the center along with 4 possible answers (an answer is located in each corner of every card). After solving the equation, the student finds the answer the got and scans the QR code. If the correct QR code is scanned the word ‘YES!!!’ will be revealed. If an incorrect answer is scanned, the word ‘Sorry’, ‘No’ or ‘Try Again’ will be revealed. Please view the preview page for and example of the types of questions on the task cards. • Four white-out cards which can be used to cover QR codes that are not being scanned • Card cover which can be used to help identify the math skill when displaying or storing the cards. • A two-sided student recording sheet. • A two-sided color coded answer key.
Goofy Gorilla Card Game: Element and Symbol Match
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Goofy Gorilla Card Game: Element and Symbol Match

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Let Goofy Gorilla help your students practice matching 24 element names with symbols! This Goofy Gorilla card game allows students to practice matching 24 of the most common elements with its symbol in the classic ‘Old Maid’ game format. In addition, the cards could be used to play the classic game of “Concentration”–just remove the “Goofy Gorilla” card. The set contains a total of 24 pairs of cards for the following elements: hydrogen, helium, carbon, nitrogen, oxygen, sodium, potassium, calcium, iron, cobalt, nickel, copper, sliver, iodine, tin, gold, lead, radon, radium, zinc, argon, titanium, neon and sulfur. Also, included are five “Goofy Gorilla” cards (my version of the ‘Old Maid’) and an instruction card. I have included multiple gorilla cards for those teachers that choose to divide this product into smaller sets. Each of those sets will need a “Goofy Gorilla” card!
Calculate & Clean: Subtracting Across Zeros
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Calculate & Clean: Subtracting Across Zeros

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Students Calculate & Clean their way to practicing math skills! With Calculate & Clean your students are able to practice their math skills. Students calculate and write their answer with a dry-erase marker, check their answer and once finished, they clean the card! Cards can also be used digitally, just send the cards to your student’s device! To prepare the Calculate & Clean cards: *Print front and back of each card, cards 1 - 5 *Laminate each card. The set contains a total of 5 cards front and back for a total of 40 equations. The student finds the difference between two numbers, with the larger number having zeros that need to be regrouped across. See an example of the type of subtraction problems by opening the preview. Answer Key cards are also included.
Calculate & Clean: Writing Decimals in Standard, Unit, Word or Expanded Form
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Calculate & Clean: Writing Decimals in Standard, Unit, Word or Expanded Form

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Students Calculate & Clean their way to practicing math skills! With Calculate & Clean your students are able to practice their math skills. Students calculate and write their answer with a dry-erase marker, check their answer and once finished, they clean the card! Cards can also be used digitally, just send the cards to your student’s device! To prepare the Calculate & Clean cards: *Print front and back of each card, cards 1 - 5 *Laminate each card. The set contains a total of 5 cards front and back for a total of 35 decimal numbers written in either word, expanded, unit or standard form. The student is asked to write the given decimal in either word, expanded, unit or standard form. See an example of the types of questions by opening the preview. Answer Key cards are also included.
Solve & Check with QR Codes: Multiply Decimals
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Solve & Check with QR Codes: Multiply Decimals

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Solve & Check cards POP with Color! This set features multiplying decimal numbers. A Solve & Check Math Skills set contains: • 32 math skill cards. Each card has an equation in the center along with 4 possible answers (an answer is located in each corner of every card). After solving the equation, the student finds the answer the got and scans the QR code. If the correct QR code is scanned the word ‘YES!!!’ will be revealed. If an incorrect answer is scanned, the word ‘Sorry’, ‘No’ or ‘Try Again’ will be revealed. Please view the preview page for and example of the types of questions on the task cards. • Four white-out cards which can be used to cover QR codes that are not being scanned • Card cover which can be used to help identify the math skill when displaying or storing the cards. • A two-sided student recording sheet. • A two-sided color coded answer key.
Solve & Check with QR Codes: Division Patterns with Decimals
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Solve & Check with QR Codes: Division Patterns with Decimals

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Solve & Check cards POP with Color! This set features division patterns with decimal numbers. A Solve & Check Math Skills set contains: • 32 math skill cards. Each card has an equation in the center along with 4 possible answers (an answer is located in each corner of every card). After solving the equation, the student finds the answer the got and scans the QR code. If the correct QR code is scanned the word ‘YES!!!’ will be revealed. If an incorrect answer is scanned, the word ‘Sorry’, ‘No’ or ‘Try Again’ will be revealed. Please view the preview page for and example of the types of questions on the task cards. • Four white-out cards which can be used to cover QR codes that are not being scanned • Card cover which can be used to help identify the math skill when displaying or storing the cards. • A two-sided student recording sheet. • A two-sided color coded answer key.