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Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators

By Happy Little Genius

Scaffold your students toward a deeper understanding of how to add fractions with unlike denominators with this simple worksheet. Students are presented with a visual model of each fraction, which greatly supports them as they gradually develop

Subjects:

Arithmetic, Fractions

Grades:

4^th, 5^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Handouts

CCSS:

4.NF.A.1, 5.NF.A.1, 5.NF.B.6

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Build a Beast

By Happy Little Genius

Looking for a creative, collaborative, open-ended project that aligns with the standards and engages every student? The Happy Little Genius STEAM page is happy to present the Build a Beast Challenge! Students explore animal adaptations by creating

Subjects:

Geometry, Visual Arts, General Science

Grades:

3^rd

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Projects

CCSS:

3.MD.C.5, 3.MD.C.5a, 3.MD.C.5b, 3.MD.C.6, 3.NBT.A.3, 3.OA.A.3, 3.OA.A.4

$18.50

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Habitat Art

By Happy Little Genius

Students learn best when engaged in hands-on, meaningful projects - but who has time to create them? The Happy Little Genius is here to lend a helping hand with this creative, collaborative, open-ended unit where students will learn about habitats,

Subjects:

Graphing, Earth Sciences, Computer Science - Technology

Grades:

2^nd

Types:

Projects, Lesson

CCSS:

2.MD.D.10, 2.G.A.1

$18.50

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Equivalent Fractions: An Egg Carton Model

By Happy Little Genius

This clear visual will help your students grasp the concept of equivalent fractions in a concrete fashion. Help your students develop a deep understanding of equivalent fractions with this powerful, versatile activity.

Subjects:

Fractions, Numbers

Grades:

4^th

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Lesson

CCSS:

4.NF.A.1

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Introduction to Algebra - For Elementary Students!

By Happy Little Genius

Help your students start to learn about algebraic equations in a clear, accessible fashion! Help your students avoid the confusion that comes from learning the fundamentals of Algebra too late; establish a strong and concrete foundation today!

Subjects:

Algebra, Word Problems

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th

Types:

Worksheets, Handouts, Printables

CCSS:

3.OA.A.3, 4.OA.A.2, 5.OA.A.2

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Subitizing Practice

By Happy Little Genius

Subitizing - the ability to immediately recognize how many there are without counting - is a critical, foundational math skill. Develop your students' subitization abilities in a fun, powerful fashion with this collection of six games that can be

Subjects:

Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Numbers

Grades:

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Activities, Flash Cards

$3.99

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Fourth Grade Word List

By Happy Little Genius

Your vocab program is too easy. Challenge your students to really grow their vocabularies while you instill in them a deeper love of language with this perfectly-level list of words fourth graders will be excited to learn! You can use this in

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Grades:

4^th

Types:

Excel Spreadsheets, Word Walls

CCSS:

L.4.6, CCRA.L.6

$2.95

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Vocab Word List: Second through Eighth Grade!

By Happy Little Genius

Your vocab program is too easy. Challenge your students to really grow their vocabularies while you instill in them a deeper love of language with this perfectly-level list of words students will be excited to learn! You can use this in

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Word Walls

CCSS:

L.2.6, L.3.6, L.4.6, L.5.6, L.6.6, L.7.6, L.8.6, CCRA.L.6

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Fifth Grade Word List

By Happy Little Genius

Your vocab program is too easy. Challenge your students to really grow their vocabularies while you instill in them a deeper love of language with this perfectly-level list of words fifth graders will be excited to learn! You can use this in

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Grades:

5^th

Types:

Excel Spreadsheets, Word Walls

CCSS:

L.5.6, CCRA.L.6

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Algebraic Equation Generator

By Happy Little Genius

Give your students a ton of practice solving algebraic equations with this powerful generator. There are four different sheets, which you can use to create various levels of challenge. The first generates equations that only use integers, and only

Subjects:

Algebra, Decimals

Grades:

6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

Types:

Handouts, Excel Spreadsheets, Printables

CCSS:

6.EE.A.2c, 6.EE.A.3, 6.EE.A.4, 7.EE.B.3, 8.EE.C.8

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Third Grade Word List

By Happy Little Genius

Your vocab program is too easy. Challenge your students to really grow their vocabularies while you instill in them a deeper love of language with this perfectly-level list of words third graders will be excited to learn! You can use this in

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Grades:

3^rd

Types:

Excel Spreadsheets, Word Walls

CCSS:

L.3.6, CCRA.L.6

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Handling Disagreements

By Happy Little Genius

Teamwork is becoming an increasingly important skill. But how do we cultivate this skill in young children? It's important to model appropriate behaviors and to discuss specific situations with children, but it's also important to have a

Subjects:

Classroom Management, Character Education, Classroom Community

Grades:

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

Types:

Printables, Posters, Lesson

$2.00

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Engineering: Nets of 3D Shapes

By Happy Little Genius

Integrate engineering and mathematical understandings with this engaging, enjoyable activity! This resource links you to a Google Slides presentation that you can use "as is", or easily copy to modify for your students. The presentation walks them

Subjects:

Applied Math, Geometry, Engineering

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Projects, Activities

CCSS:

3.G.A.1, 6.G.A.2, 6.G.A.4

$3.95

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Sixth Grade Word List

By Happy Little Genius

Your vocab program is too easy. Challenge your students to really grow their vocabularies while you instill in them a deeper love of language with this perfectly-level list of words sixth graders will be excited to learn! You can use this in

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Grades:

6^th

Types:

Excel Spreadsheets, Word Walls

CCSS:

L.6.6, CCRA.L.6

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Seventh Grade Word List

By Happy Little Genius

Your vocab program is too easy. Challenge your students to really grow their vocabularies while you instill in them a deeper love of language with this perfectly-level list of words seventh graders need to know! You can use this in conjunction

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Grades:

7^th

Types:

Excel Spreadsheets, Word Walls

CCSS:

L.7.6, CCRA.L.6

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A Simple System for Profound Vocabulary Development

By Happy Little Genius

Language is beautiful. It has the power to clarify student thinking, to open doors to a broader world, and to fascinate both young and old. This clear, simple explanation of how to develop student vocabulary contains profound, elegant, flexible

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Unit Plans, Lesson

CCSS:

L.2.6, L.3.6, L.4.6, L.5.6, L.6.6, L.7.6, L.8.6, CCRA.L.4, CCRA.L.5, CCRA.L.6

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Addition: Master Progression

By Happy Little Genius

A good worksheet should gently scaffold students to a deeper understanding of the content. Help cultivate your students' addition mastery with this perfectly-scaffolded series of addition worksheets, leading students gradually from adding zero and

Subjects:

Arithmetic, Basic Operations

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd

Types:

Worksheets, Handouts, Printables

CCSS:

1.NBT.B.2, 1.NBT.C.4, 1.NBT.C.5, 2.NBT.B.5, 2.NBT.B.8, 2.NBT.B.9

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Second Grade Word List

By Happy Little Genius

Your vocab program is too easy. Challenge your students to really grow their vocabularies while you instill in them a deeper love of language with this perfectly-level list of words second graders will be excited to learn! You can use this in

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Grades:

2^nd

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Excel Spreadsheets, Word Walls

CCSS:

L.2.6, CCRA.L.6

$2.95

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How to Confer

By Happy Little Genius

We all want our students to collaborate effectively, but learning to discuss work respectfully is a skill that must be explicitly taught. This poster highlights an effective, simple paradigm that can be used in all manners of collaborative work.

Subjects:

Classroom Management, Character Education, Classroom Community

Grades:

Not Grade Specific

Types:

Graphic Organizers, Posters

$2.00

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Eighth Grade Word List

By Happy Little Genius

Your vocab program is too easy. Challenge your students to really grow their vocabularies while you instill in them a deeper love of language with this perfectly-level list of words eighth graders need to know! You can use this in conjunction with

Subjects:

Vocabulary

Grades:

8^th

Types:

Homeschool Curricula, Word Walls

CCSS:

L.8.6, CCRA.L.6

$2.95

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Cultivated capable, curious minds of students in grades 2-6.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Entertaining, engaging, rigorous.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Two-time Teacher of the Year Nominee. Inspiring Coach of the Year National Finalist.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

B.A. in Elementary Education from Calvin College; foci in English and Mathematics. Master's in Curriculum and Instruction from Calvin College; emphasis in Teacher Professional Development.

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I love exercise of many varieties, with a special fondness for running. I love leading our Chess Club and a team of young Destination Imagination superstars.