From planning and grading to classroom management, it’s tough to stay on top of everything and still have a life. If you’re looking for fun, effective lessons that help you find your balance, I’ve got you covered.
With more than 30 years of classroom experience and over a decade of creating resources, I know how hard it is to find phonics and grammar lessons that truly work. Too often, they’re dry, too broad, or not engaging enough. That’s why, in 2014, I started designing my own teaching materials. I specialize in designing materials that improve students’ decoding and encoding skills. Along the way, I’ve also picked up some tricks to make grammar and vocabulary more fun and engaging. Now, I am proud to help teachers like you bring more clarity and confidence to all their ELA instruction.
I began teaching in 1993 after graduating from The Ohio State University. I spent my first 15 years teaching special education, and I absolutely loved it. Eventually, I was ready for a change, and I made the move to a fifth grade classroom. I taught fifth grade for three years, fourth grade for five years, and I have been teaching second grade since 2015. One of my favorite parts of the job is collaborating with our Intervention Specialist, Speech Therapist, and other specialists. Staying connected to special education continues to be a meaningful part of my work
This free suffix game makes it easy to review important suffixes while keeping your students engaged and focused. It’s hands-on, classroom-tested, and aligned with current best practices.
Plus you’ll receive weekly teaching strategies that support strong student relationships, meaningful engagement, and a joyful classroom community.
