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Kraus in the Schoolhouse

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Welcome to my store! My name is Laurie Kraus and I am a literacy coach in Hollywood, Florida. My store is dedicated in memory of my mom, Sandra Rosen. Because I knew you, I've been changed for good.

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Constitution Day and Bill of Rights Activities and Worksheets

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching them about the U.S. Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and Constitution Day. These activities and worksheets help students learn about these important U.S. documents. This resource is perfect for

Subjects:

Government, U.S. History, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Activities, Printables

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Map Skills Activities and Worksheets Maps Globes Landforms Continents & Oceans

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students when teaching map skills. Map skills topics include maps, globes, continents, oceans, landforms, water forms, suburban, urban, rural, directions, and more. This resource is perfect for second, third, and fourth

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Social Studies - History, Geography

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

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Worksheets, Activities, Printables

$6.95

298

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Regular and Irregular Plural Nouns Activities and Worksheets | Grammar

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching regular and irregular plural nouns! These plural noun worksheets and activities are perfect for 2nd and 3rd grade students to practice and learn all about plural nouns. This resource will help teach

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Grammar, Spelling

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

L.2.1b, L.3.1, L.3.1a, L.3.1b, CCRA.L.1

$4.95

393

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Mo Willems Author Study Activities and Worksheets

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while reading written by Mo Willems. These Pigeon, Elephant and Pig, and Knuffle Bunny activities and worksheets are perfect for your students. These resources are ideal for kindergarten and first grade students.

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st

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Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

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RL.K.1, RL.K.2, RL.K.3, RL.K.7, RL.K.9, RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.7, RL.1.9

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Teaching Theme The Lion and the Mouse | Aesop's Fable

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching them how to identify the theme of a story while reading Aesop's fables! These teaching theme activities and worksheets for The Lion and the Mouse are perfect for 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and 4th grade

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.2.2, RL.3.2, RL.4.2

$3.50

562

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Hey Little Ant Activities | Teaching Point of View and Opinion Writing

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while reading Hey, Little Ant and teaching about point of view and opinion writing. These activities help students practice reading comprehension skills including summarizing, retelling, identifying character

Subjects:

Literature, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

1.MD.C.4, 2.MD.D.10, 3.MD.B.3, RL.1.6, RL.2.6, RL.3.6

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188

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13 Colonies Activities and Worksheets | Thirteen Colonies Unit

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching them about the 13 Colonies. This Thirteen U.S. Colonies resource is filled with activities and worksheets to help students learn about the New England Colonies, Middle Colonies, and Southern

Subjects:

U.S. History, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Research, Printables, Graphic Organizers

$4.95

198

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American Revolution Activities and Worksheets | Revolutionary War | U.S. History

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Are you looking for ways to teach your students about the American Revolution? These activities and worksheets help students learn about the Revolutionary War and this important event in U.S. history. This resource is perfect for 3rd grade, 4th

Subjects:

U.S. History, Writing, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Research, Printables, Graphic Organizers

$4.95

228

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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane Novel Study | Read & Respond Activities

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while reading The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane. This novel study has activities and worksheets to help students read and respond to the chapters. This resource is perfect for 3rd grade, 4th grade, and 5th

Subjects:

Reading, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables

CCSS:

RL.3.1, RL.3.3, RL.3.4, RL.4.1, RL.4.2, RL.4.3, RL.4.4, RL.5.1, RL.5.2, RL.5.3, RL.5.4...

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3 Branches of Government Worksheets and Activities | U.S. Government Unit

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching them about the 3 branches of government. This U.S. Government Unit is filled with activities and worksheets to help students learn about the executive branch, legislative branch, and judicial

Subjects:

Government, U.S. History, Writing

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Research, Activities, Graphic Organizers

$6.95

Digital Download PDF (18.69 MB)

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Multiplying 2 Digit by 2 Digit With and Without Regrouping

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching about multiplication. These activities and worksheets help students practice and understand multiplying 2 digit x 2 digit numbers. This resource is perfect for 4th grade and 5th grade students.

Subjects:

Math, Arithmetic, Numbers

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Worksheets, Activities

CCSS:

4.NBT.B.4, 4.NBT.B.5, 5.NBT.B.5

$4.95

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Declaration of Independence | Liberty Bell | U.S. History

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching them about the Declaration of Independence and Liberty Bell. These activities and worksheets help students learn about this important U.S. document and U.S. symbol. This resource is perfect for 2nd

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Research, Printables, Graphic Organizers

$3.95

129

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Metaphors Activities and Worksheets | Figurative Language

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching about metaphors and figurative language. These metaphors activities and worksheets help students practice writing using figurative language. This resource is perfect for 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

RL.3.4, RL.5.4, L.3.5, L.3.5a, L.4.5, L.4.5a, L.5.5, L.5.5a, CCRA.R.4

$4.95

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Personification Activities and Worksheets | Figurative Language

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching about personification and figurative language. These personification activities and worksheets help students practice writing using figurative language. This resource is perfect for 2nd grade, 3rd

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

RL.3.4, L.3.5, L.4.5, L.5.5, CCRA.L.5

$4.95

150

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Knuffle Bunny Activities and Worksheets | Mo Willems Book Study

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while reading Knuffle Bunny books written by Mo Willems. These Knuffle Bunny activities and worksheets are perfect for your students. This resource is ideal for kindergarten and first grade students. Digital

Subjects:

Vocabulary, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.K.1, RL.K.2, RL.K.3, RL.K.7, RL.K.9, RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.7, RL.1.9

$5.95

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Teaching Theme with Aesop's Fables Bundle Volume One

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching how to identify the theme of a story while reading Aesop's fables! These teaching theme activities and worksheets are perfect for 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and 4th grade students. Students will enjoy

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.2.2, RL.3.2, RL.4.2

$17.50

$12.75

230

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Elephant and Pig Activities and Worksheets | Mo Willems Book Study

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while reading Elephant and Pig books written by Mo Willems. These book study activities and worksheets are perfect for your students. This resource is ideal for kindergarten and first grade students. Digital

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.K.1, RL.K.2, RL.K.3, RL.K.7, RL.K.9, RL.1.1, RL.1.2, RL.1.3, RL.1.7, RL.1.9

$5.95

153

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Properties of Addition Activities and Worksheets

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching about the properties of addition. These activities and worksheets help students practice and understand the properties of addition. This resource is perfect for 1st grade, 2nd grade, and 3rd grade

Subjects:

Math, Basic Operations, Numbers

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

1.NBT.C.4, 2.NBT.B.5, 3.NBT.A.2, 4.NBT.B.4

$4.95

421

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Idioms Activities and Worksheets | Figurative Language

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching about idioms and figurative language. These idioms activities and worksheets help students practice writing using figurative language. This resource is perfect for 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and 4th

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

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

Types:

Activities, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

RL.3.4, RL.5.4, L.3.5, L.4.5, L.5.5, CCRA.L.5

$4.95

369

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Teaching Theme The Hare and the Tortoise | Aesop's Fable

By Kraus in the Schoolhouse

Make learning fun for your students while teaching them how to identify the theme of a story while reading Aesop's fables! These teaching theme activities and worksheets for The Hare and the Tortoise are perfect for 2nd grade, 3rd grade, and 4th

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Literature, Reading Strategies

Grades:

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

Types:

Printables, Graphic Organizers

CCSS:

RL.2.2, RL.3.2, RL.4.2

$3.50

245

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

At my school I currently serve as the literacy coach. This job provides me with the opportunity to work with both students and teachers. In prior years I have taught first, second, third, fourth, and fifth grade. I also have taught gifted/high achieving students in first, second, and third grade.

MY TEACHING STYLE

My teaching style enables students to have an active role in their learning.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

Finalist for Broward County's Teacher of the Year Teacher of the Year - Hollywood Hills Elementary Target Grant Recipient City of Hollywood Grant Recipient Broward Education Foundation Disseminator/Adapter

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

I graduated from the University of Florida with my Masters in Elementary Education (Go Gators!).

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I have Reading, Media Specialist, and Gifted endorsements.

GRADES

PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool, Not Grade Specific

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Arithmetic, Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Numbers, Order of Operations, Other (Math), Science, Astronomy, Basic Principles, Environment, Social Studies, Civics, Elections - Voting, Government, U.S. History, European History, World History, World Languages, Spanish, Career and Technical Education, Health, Canadian History, Geography, Other (Social Studies), Other (ELA), Life Skills, Critical Thinking, For All Subjects, Literature, Classroom Management, School Counseling, Character Education, Word Problems, Study Skills, General Science, Physical Science, Library Skills, Writing, Asian Studies, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Autumn, Mental Math, Halloween, Speech Therapy, Winter, The New Year, Valentine's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents' Day, Black History Month, Spring, Place Value, Tools for Common Core, Earth Day, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, Test Preparation, End of Year, Phonics, Close Reading, Women's History Month, Classroom Community