I have a total of 27 years teaching experience . After I received my M.Ed. from the University of Florida (hence the name "HappyEdugator"), I began teaching in elementary school, where I taught pull-out remedial classes for grades 2-5 and a section of K-1. Then I taught Pre-K for 5 years, before I went up to Middle School, where I have been in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Last year, I went back to 1st grade in a private setting. I have traveled worldwide and am also fluent in Spanish.
I have a total of 27 years teaching experience . After I received my M.Ed. from the University of Florida (hence the name "HappyEdugator"), I began teaching in elementary school, where I taught pull-out remedial classes for grades 2-5 and a section of K-1. Then I taught Pre-K for 5 years, before I went up to Middle School, where I have been in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade. Last year, I went back to 1st grade in a private setting. I have traveled worldwide and am also fluent in Spanish.
Language Difficulty Indicators Handout. FREE A list of 16 indicators, such as limited vocabulary or delayed responses, that a child is having difficulties processing language, and may need special services or extra help. - HappyEdugator
Dolch Sight Words Activities - Week 7. A week of Dolch sight word activities for the seventh set of ten words from the Dolch sight words list. Activities include: flash cards/ memory game, color the words, trace the words, match the words, cut and paste the words in alphabetical order, and write the words in letterboxes. Enjoy! Weeks 1 - 10 will cover the first 100 Dolch Sight Words. - HappyEdugator
Back to School Activities Grades 4 - 6 booklet contains many types of fun beginning of the year activities! When they go back to school, students will learn about each other, learn cooperation, and share in a variety of activities and word puzzles that will stimulate their brains. Includes a secret code sheet, a find someone who activity, several writing activities, a homework calendar for organization and more! Great activities for back to school to break the ice and make the new year a positive experience
Valentines Day Math - Counting Numbers 1 - 10. Hearts math and literacy sheet. Numbers 1 - 10. Students have to count the hearts, draw a line to match them to the number word, then write the number in the box provided. Use Valentine heart shaped candy; have your kids count them out as they complete the sheet. Fun math activity for Valentine's Day. Supports math, reading, and writing skills. Supports common core state standards!
CCSS.Math.Content.K.CC.A.3 Write numbers from 0 to 20. Represent a number of objects with a written numeral 0-20 (with 0 representing a count of no objects).
CCSS.Math.Content.K.CC.B.4 Understand the relationship between numbers and quantities; connect counting to cardinality.
CCSS.Math.Content.K.CC.B.4a When counting objects, say the number names in the standard order, pairing each object with one and only one number name and each number name with one and only one object.
CCSS.Math.Content.K.CC.B.4b Understand that the last number name said tells the number of objects counted. The number of objects is the same regardless of their arrangement or the order in which they were counted.
CCSS.Math.Content.K.CC.B.4c Understand that each successive number name refers to a quantity that is one larger.
CCSS.Math.Content.K.CC.B.5 Count to answer “how many?” questions about as many as 20 things arranged in a line, a rectangular array, or a circle, or as many as 10 things in a scattered configuration; given a number from 1–20, count out that many objects.
Shiplap, Chalkboard and Burlap Alphabet Posters and Bunting. Decorate your classroom this school year with these shiplap chalkboard and burlap alphabet posters and bunting. With the blue trim, they will go with a nautical theme or shabby chic, too! You can also use the letters to make welcome signs, or create other messages with the pennants.
Includes:
26 chalkboard and burlap alphabet posters
26 chalkboard and burlap alphabet bunting
2 Digit Addition - With Regrouping Practice Worksheets. Includes ten worksheets with 16 problems per page, Keys included. You can print one on one side for class practice and one on the back for homework practice. Supports common core. Enjoy! - HappyEdugator
2.NBT.B.6
100 Points Research Paper Rubric. Writing a research paper? Use this detailed rubric for a research paper that is easy to grade! Specific standards based requirements for a research paper and will promote a high degree of performance. Based on a 100 points, It is easy to grade and students can self evaluate their work. Performance elements include: Purpose and Focus, Organization and Development of Ideas, References and Documentation, Formatting, and Conventions. Promotes independent reading, critical thinking, organizational skills, writing style, and citing sources without plagiarism. - HappyEdugator
2 Digit Addition - No Regrouping Practice Worksheets. Includes ten worksheets with 20 problems per page, Keys included. You can print one on one side for class practice and one on the back for homework practice. Supports common core. Enjoy! - HappyEdugator
UPDATED April 2015
2 Digit Addition - With Regrouping Practice Worksheets. Includes ten worksheets with 16 problems per page, Keys included. You can print one on one side for class practice and one on the back for homework practice. Supports common core. Enjoy! - HappyEdugator
2 Digit Subtraction - No Regrouping Practice Worksheets. Includes ten worksheets with 20 problems per page. 5 sheets with a mix of one and two digit subtrahends, and 5 sheets with all two digit subtrahends. Keys included. You can print one on one side for class practice and one on the back for homework practice. Supports common core. Enjoy! - HappyEdugator
3 Digit Addition - no Regrouping Practice Worksheets. Includes ten worksheets with 20 problems per page, Keys included. You can print one on one side for class practice and one on the back for homework practice. Supports common core. Enjoy! - HappyEdugator
3D Shapes - 3D Shape Match Game. Fun Math Center or Game! Also useful for homeschool or summer review.
Teacher Directions:
Print out all the shape cards and shape name cards.
Cut out all the cards.
Laminate if desired for durability.
Store in a large plastic zipper bag or manila envelope.
Cover can be used as a center sign.
Games may be played individually or in pairs.
For differentiation, there are two ways to play:
1. Place matching stickers (not included) of the back of cards that match. Players lay cards right side up in a 4 x 4 pattern. Then they must match the shapes to the shape words and take turns making matches. They can self check by looking on the back of the cards and seeing if the stickers match. If they are correct they keep the matching cards and go again. Player with the most matches when all the cards are matched wins.
2. Do not put stickers on the back of the cards, or remove them if they were used previously. Players lay the cards face down in a 4 x 4 pattern and take turns making matches. This will now be a memory game. They must match shapes to shape words. If they are correct they keep the matching cards and go again. Player with the most matches when all the cards are matched wins.
Enjoy! - HappyEdugator
3 Digit Subtraction - with Regrouping Practice Worksheets. Includes ten worksheets with 20 problems per page. 5 sheets with a mix of two and three digit subtrahends, and 5 sheets with all three digit subtrahends. Some problems do not require regrouping to make kids think if they need to regroup or not. Keys included. You can print one on one side for class practice and one on the back for homework practice. Supports common core. Enjoy!
4 Digit Subtraction - with Regrouping Practice Worksheets. Includes ten worksheets with 20 problems per page. 5 sheets with a mix of three and four digit subtrahends, and 5 sheets with all four digit subtrahends. Some problems do not require regrouping to make kids think if they need to regroup or not. Keys included. You can print one on one side for class practice and one on the back for homework practice. Supports common core. Enjoy! - HappyEdugator
Persuasive Writing Recipe PowerPoint. We use recipes for many things, why not persuasive writing? This powerpoint gives students a “recipe” to follow when writing a persuasive essay, and gives them the basic framework for a persuasive writing piece, starting with an introductory paragraph that ends with a thesis statement, at least three well-supported paragraphs that have a topic sentence related to the thesis statement, and a conclusion that restates the thesis and calls the reader to agree and take action. Reminds students to be prepared for counter arguments, and to write with strong ideas, voice, fluency, organization, presentation, and conventions. Revised and updated 2013 with added information on the writing process, animations and graphics. - HappyEdugator
Supports Common Core ELA Writing Standards
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.1 Write arguments to support claims with clear reasons and relevant evidence.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.1a Introduce claim(s) and organize the reasons and evidence clearly.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.1b Support claim(s) with clear reasons and relevant evidence, using credible sources and demonstrating an understanding of the topic or text.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.1c Use words, phrases, and clauses to clarify the relationships among claim(s) and reasons.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.1d Establish and maintain a formal style.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.6.1e Provide a concluding statement or section that follows from the argument presented.
A. A. Milne Biography Activity and Constructed Response. A short nonfiction text for students to read, with questions about the selection and a constructed response question. Learn how Winnie the Pooh came into being. Supports common core standards that require more intensive reading of nonfiction text and more writing about the reading, citing text evidence. - HappyEdugator
2D Shapes - 2D Shape Match Game. Fun Math Center or Game! Also useful for homeschool or summer review.
Teacher Directions:
Print out all the shape cards and shape name cards.
Cut out all the cards.
Laminate if desired for durability.
Store in a large plastic zipper bag or manila envelope.
Cover can be used as a center sign.
Games may be played individually or in pairs.
For differentiation, there are two ways to play:
1. Place matching stickers (not included) of the back of cards that match. Players lay cards right side up in a 4 x 4 pattern. Then they must match the shapes to the shape words and take turns making matches. They can self check by looking on the back of the cards and seeing if the stickers match. If they are correct they keep the matching cards and go again. Player with the most matches when all the cards are matched wins.
2. Do not put stickers on the back of the cards, or remove them if they were used previously. Players lay the cards face down in a 4 x 4 pattern and take turns making matches. This will now be a memory game. They must match shapes to shape words. If they are correct they keep the matching cards and go again. Player with the most matches when all the cards are matched wins.
Enjoy!
A Christmas Carol Subject and Predicate Worksheet. Based on A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, this worksheet explains simple and complete predicates and subjects, and then students have to identify them in ten sentences that give facts about the story. No prep. Print and go. Key included.
Shades of Meaning Verb Cards - RUN. Cut out and laminate these 16 different cards illustrating different synonyms of the verb "run." Helps students understand connotation. With guidance and support from adults, students acquire new vocabulary by defining word relationships and nuances in word meanings, sorting words into categories, choosing and acting out the different meanings. Aligns to Common Core Standards
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.K.5d Distinguish shades of meaning among verbs describing the same general action (e.g., walk, march, strut, prance) by acting out the meanings.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.1.5d Distinguish shades of meaning among verbs differing in manner (e.g., look, peek, glance, stare, glare, scowl) and adjectives differing in intensity (e.g., large, gigantic) by defining or choosing them or by acting out the meanings.
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.2.5b Distinguish shades of meaning among closely related verbs (e.g., toss, throw, hurl) and closely related adjectives (e.g., thin, slender, skinny, scrawny).
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.L.3.5c Distinguish shades of meaning among related words that describe states of mind or degrees of certainty (e.g., knew, believed, suspected, heard, wondered).
Additionally, words can be used for spelling practice, writing practice, and word walls. Includes definitions for the teacher. - HappyEdugator
