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.
A Beginning of the Year Me Bag Activity - a great back to school activity that helps everyone get to know each other at the beginning of the year. This All About Me Bag activity includes letter to parents with calendar, assignment reminder sheets, and rubric. Includes an original "me" bag poem to paste on the bag that students can read aloud and two writing sheets. Promotes creative thinking.
Language Difficulty Indicators Handout. 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
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
Shades of Meaning Verb Cards - SEE. Cut out and laminate these 16 different cards illustrating different synonyms of the verb "SEE" 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.
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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 - 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
Summer Reading List Grade 4 - 6. A suggested summer reading list to encourage reading. Nice handout to give to parents at the end of the year as a helpful guide to some good literature for children to read during the summer. Parents love it! Includes name of book, author, AR reading level and points value. Chosen for the text level of complexity required by the common core standards. - HappyEdugator
FREE Poster for Successful Teachers. The “That Man is a Success” by Robert Louis Stevenson adapted for teachers… made into a poster or you can print out as a card for teacher inspiration, motivation, and appreciation. Great to use as a gift tag for new teachers or retiring teachers, or frame it and make it a gift in itself.
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Valentines Day - Number Posters. Glitter heart frames. Includes Number Posters 0 - 10 which represent the number as a word, a numeral, a ten frame, and as tally marks. Also has a blank candy heart ten frame you can use for various activities.
Enjoy! - HappyEdugator
Inspirational Posters - Bird Theme. 40 Motivational posters for your clasroom decor. BUNDLE Sized 81/2 X 11. Print and laminate, or project on your whiteboard as a daily message for students to see as they walk in the door. These can also be used as daily writing prompts. Have students reflect on the meaning of the poster and the image. This is a bundle of 4 sets.
gypt - Lined Writing Paper - Egyptian Pharaoh Theme. Perfect for your little ones to write stories about ancient Egypt. Solid lines with dotted lined in the middle. Borders with pharoahs and Egyptian theme. - HappyEdugator
Alphabet writing! Students can practice their letter writing skills with these sheets which go through the entire alphabet from a to z. Trace the letter, then practice writing on the lines given. Color the picture that goes with the letter, too. Enjoy! - HappyEdugator
Back to School Classroom Expectations Posters. This is a set of classroom rules posters has six rules: Focused Bodies, Raised Hands, Quiet Mouths, Walking Feet, Helping Hands, Caring Hearts. There is one poster with all of the rules, and one poster for each separate rule. - HappyEdugator
Back to School Group Expectations Posters. Put this set of group rules posters up in your room the first week of school. Six rules: Get Along, Respect Others, Stay on Task, Quiet Voices, Participate, Stay Together. There is one poster with all of the rules, and one poster for each separate rule. - HappyEdugator
Back to School Substitute Expectations Posters. Put this set of group rules posters up in your room the first week of school before you have to have a substitute. Six rules: Follow Directions, Be Agreeable, Be Respectful, Be Honest, Stay on Task, and Choose Well. There is one poster with all of the rules, and one poster for each separate rule. - HappyEdugator
Growth Mindset - How to Have a Growth Mindset. Set of posters which spell out the acronym GROWTH MINDSET to teach students the value of determination. - HappyEdugator
