Reading
Do you teach young readers? Here you will find tips, ideas, and resources for teaching the alphabet, phonics, and sight words. And . . . find book suggestions for a variety of themes and holidays.
St. Patrick’s Day Activities, Emergent Reader & a Freebie!
I love St. Patrick’s Day. It’s a great day to wear some green, get a little silly, and just shake
Interactive Fun for Preschool and Kindergarten
My Interactive Readers have been generating a lot of buzz… even DeeDee Wills from Mrs. Wills Kindergarten is raving about
Free Emergent Reader for Catholic Schools Week
This Sunday is the kick-off for Catholic Schools Week and I have been busy preparing for this whirlwind of a
Festive Winter Window Decor and a Freebie
This week my I entered my post-Christmas classroom and instantly felt the need to freshen it up and bring a
Classroom Advent Ideas (and a Freebie!)
Many classrooms in Catholic/Christian schools celebrate the season of Advent in anticipation of the birth of Christ. I always have
It’s My Birthday and I’ll Give Freebies if I Want To!
Today is my birthday and I am in the mood to celebrate! I can’t believe that I have aged another
Free I See the Farm Sight Word Reader
Download a FREE copy of “I See the Farm” Sight Word Reader and make learning sight words fun and interactive for your students.
My Favorite Reading Resources
Hi, I'm Maria.
After years of teaching kindergarten, I now focus on helping teachers and I’m here to make your job easier. When I’m not doing that you will find me playing with my kids, hanging with the hubby, or occasionally enjoying a little “me” time with an at-home manicure and a vanilla latte. Want to learn more? Check out my story below. I’m sure we have a lot in common!