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$Solving Math Word Problems- CUBES Strategy$

Solving Math Word Problems- CUBES Strategy

By Always A Lesson

CUBES is a math strategy that uses an acronym to help students solve word problems in easy, manageable steps. Use this CUBES strategy poster as an anchor chart or in a journal/binder for reference throughout the year. This simple step by step

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Math, Math Test Prep, Word Problems

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

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Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

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Rate My Teacher Survey

By Always A Lesson

Discuss with your students what makes a great teacher, and then have them rate you! Their comments will help you grow. They will feel honored you listened to their feedback and you can demonstrate a growth mindset right in front of your own

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Professional Development

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3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Higher Education, Adult Education, ...

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Assessment, Reflective Journals for Teachers, Rubrics

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Main Idea & Details Hot Chocolate Graphic Organizer

By Always A Lesson

Help students identify the main idea and details of a story with this fun winter themed graphic organizer. Two versions included: with and without lines. ★ Follow Me for Updates! Do you have an idea/request for how to make this product better? Shoot

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Winter

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2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

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Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

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Parent Contact Information Sign In Sheet

By Always A Lesson

A parent contact sheet for back to school, open house, parent teacher conferences & class parties is essential. This sheet helps teachers track who is in attendance and can help teachers keep their contact information up to date. Use this parent

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Other (Specialty), For All Subject Areas, Classroom Management

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Not Grade Specific

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Printables, Classroom Forms

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Digital Download PDF (1.91 MB)

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A Day in the Life of a 3rd Grader: Moving Up Day Presentation

By Always A Lesson

What will third grade be like? Use this presentation to teach upcoming 3rd graders the ropes in terms of academics and behavior expectations! You Might Also Like This Product: Student In Training Badges ★ Follow Me for Updates! ♥ Did you know

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For All Subject Areas

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2^nd, 3^rd

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Activities, Printables

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Test Taking Strategy Poster- "Breathe" Acronym

By Always A Lesson

Use this visual/classroom poster to introduce this helpful test taking strategy to students in an easy to remember acronym: B.R.E.A.T.H.E. ★ Follow Me for Updates!♥ Did you know … you can earn credits to apply to future purchases by leaving

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For All Subject Areas, Study Skills, Test Preparation

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Not Grade Specific

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Assessment, Printables, Posters

FREE

Digital Download PDF (1.12 MB)

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Plot Diagram Story Map Graphic Organizer

By Always A Lesson

Use these helpful graphic organizers to record the plot development of a story or plan your own story! Included in both box and "witch's hat" form: - introduction- setting - characters- rising action- climax- falling action- resolution★ Follow Me

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Writing

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Not Grade Specific

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Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

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Digital Download PDF (1.25 MB)

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Parent-Teachers Conference Checklist

By Always A Lesson

Are you prepared for conferences? Check out this FREE resource! The Parent Teacher Conference Checklist will ensure that you are prepared and successful during your parent teacher conferences. This checklist includes collection of materials,

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Other (Specialty), For All Subjects

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Not Grade Specific

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Printables, Classroom Forms

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Digital Download PDF (0.04 MB)

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Tips to Improve your Teachers Pay Teachers [TpT] Store

By Always A Lesson

This freebie outlines tips for your store and product creations to help you achieve financial success. ★ Follow Me for Updates! ♥ Did you know … you can earn credits to apply to future purchases by leaving feedback on your purchases? Take a

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Products For TpT Sellers, For All Subjects

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Not Grade Specific

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Printables, By TpT Sellers for TpT Sellers

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Digital Download PDF (1.70 MB)

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Writing Conference Log & Student Recording Form

By Always A Lesson

Check out this FREE writing resource. Using a writing conference log will help you track individual student progress in your classroom as your confer with students. Conferring with students allows you the teacher to build authentic relationships

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Other (Specialty), For All Subject Areas, Classroom Management

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Not Grade Specific

Types:

Printables, Classroom Forms

FREE

Digital Download PDF (5.22 MB)

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Top 5 Ways to Drive Authentic Engagement in the Classroom

By Always A Lesson

Use this graphic organizer to plan student engagement throughout your lesson to ensure students are grappling with content more than the teacher- thinking through student actions for the following lesson sections: opener, direct instruction, guided

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Professional Development, Coaching, Classroom Community

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Not Grade Specific

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Printables, Classroom Forms, Graphic Organizers

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Special Assignment Acronym Visual

By Always A Lesson

Print out this acrostic poem and hang it in your home or office as a reminder of the special work you do as a teacher. Listen to the Empowering Educators podcast episode about this tool: On Special Assignment ★ Follow Me for Updates! ♥ Did you

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Employment, For Administrators, Coaching

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Not Grade Specific

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Printables, Posters, For Principals & Administrators

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Welcome Back to School Letter

By Always A Lesson

Check out this FREE back to school letter. Introduce yourself to your students before the school year starts. Include important information about the opening of school as well as personal details about yourself. Start the beginning of the year off

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Specialty, Other (Specialty), Back to School

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Not Grade Specific

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Professional Documents, Printables, Classroom Forms

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Digital Download PDF (1.86 MB)

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Student Bookmarks

By Always A Lesson

Print out these bookmark varieties on card stock paper. Cut them up and laminate them. Then pass out to students! Make great Treasure Box items too! Or buy them all AND SAVE with this bundle:Back to School Resource Bundle★ Follow Me for Updates!♥

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Other (Specialty), For All Subjects

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Not Grade Specific

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Printables

FREE

Digital Download PDF (24.62 MB)

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"I Promise" Academic and Behavior Contract

By Always A Lesson

Have students create a document that outlines behaviors they will follow as a student in your class (ex. I promise to turn in assignments on time). Great for student accountability and ownership in progress and growth. ★ Follow Me for Updates! ♥

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Back to School

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Printables

FREE

Digital Download PDF (2.41 MB)

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New Teacher Classroom Supply List

By Always A Lesson

Plan for your upcoming classroom with this teacher-approved classroom supply list. Items included are organized in supply categories such as office, organizational, instructional and decor. Includes a planning template to make your very own

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Professional Development, Back to School, For All Subjects

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Printables, Classroom Forms, Professional Development

FREE

Digital Download PDF (1.77 MB)

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Professional Resume Example

By Always A Lesson

Create a easy-to-read resume by organizing your professional accomplishments in a way that showcases your strengths as an educator candidate. Follow this popular resume format to land your next job! If you like this product, you might also

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Specialty, Other (Specialty)

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Not Grade Specific

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Professional Documents

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Classroom Job Headers for your Bulletin Board- EDITABLE

By Always A Lesson

Empower students with the responsibility of a classroom job. Rotate students weekly. Job Titles included: line leader, door holder, bathroom monitors, greeter, lunch monitor, messenger, and materials manager. NOW EDITABLE! Options for how to use

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Other (Specialty), For All Subject Areas, Classroom Management

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Not Grade Specific

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Printables, Classroom Forms, Clip Art

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Favorite Book Persuasive Writing Paper- Hollywood Theme

By Always A Lesson

Use this Hollywood themed writing paper for students to practice being persuasive to their peers about their favorite book in hopes they will read the book too! Includes writing paper for both lower and upper elementary students. If you like this

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Study Guides, Printables, Centers

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W.3.1, W.3.1b

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Top 5 Strategies to Get Better in the Classroom Fast

By Always A Lesson

Reflection makes us better! Here’s a list of 5 quick and easy, painless strategies to get better in the classroom. FREEBIE to go along with the Empowering Educators Podcast Episode: Top 5 Strategies to Get Better in the Classroom Fast ★ Follow

Subjects:

Professional Development, For All Subjects, Summer

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Not Grade Specific

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Printables, Graphic Organizers, Professional Development

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Digital Download PDF (1.36 MB)

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Hey there! I'm a seasoned author, dynamic keynote speaker, and expert teacher trainer and coach with two decades of experience. I've taught grades 2, 3, and 5.

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I'm on a mission to boost teacher proficiency and student achievement through awesome resources that I've personally tried and tested in schools nationwide. Let's team up and make a positive impact together! Reach out to me today!

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2x National Board Certification as an Early Childhood Generalist and 3x author

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Psychology and Special Education, B.A. Curriculum and Supervision, M.A.

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