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Christmas and Holidays Around The World | Winter

By Lyndsey Kuster

Ready to embark on 16 Christmas / holidays around the world adventures with Globe Trot Scott? Globe Trot Scott travels around the world to celebrate different holiday traditions. As he visits each location, he will send your students a special

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Social Studies - History, Holidays/Seasonal, Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa

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

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Phonics Small Group Decodable Reading Intervention Science of Reading Bundle

By Lyndsey Kuster

These Science of Reading aligned materials are designed for small group instruction time - perfect for primary teachers and reading interventionists. This bundle follows a carefully planned scope and sequence that incorporates research-based phonics

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Reading, Writing, Phonics

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Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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$102.00

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Beginning of the Year Activities (2nd Grade)!

By Lyndsey Kuster

Please download the preview first!In this 88-page packet, you'll find all kinds of goodies to help make the beginning of the year a special and memorable one for your second graders. This packet will help your students establish routines and make

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Creative Writing, Character Education, Back to School

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2^nd

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Activities, Printables, Lesson

$10.50

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Summer Literacy Practice - Send Home Packet - Science of Reading

By Lyndsey Kuster

Get ready to foster home-school connections with Learn at Home Literacy - an at-home literacy resource for K-2 students! Developed using Science of Reading research, this resource follows a carefully planned scope and sequence that includes all

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English Language Arts, Reading, Phonics

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Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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Activities, Homework, Printables

$50.00

$8.00

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Decodable Passages with Comprehension Questions - Small Group Phonics Bundle

By Lyndsey Kuster

This Science of Reading aligned Decodable VIP Pass is a collection of more than 200 highly decodable passages with controlled text. These decodable passages are the perfect tool to help your students develop strong foundational reading skills. These

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Spelling, Writing, Phonics

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Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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Activities, Printables, Centers

$72.00

$20.00

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Science of Reading Bundle - All-Access Mega Growing Bundle

By Lyndsey Kuster

With the purchase of this GROWING Science of Reading All-Access Bundle, you gain access to all CURRENT and FUTURE resources. Because this is a growing bundle, all future resources that are added to this bundle will cost ZERO additional dollars.What

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Spelling, Phonics

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Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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Activities, Printables, Centers

$350.00

$99.00

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$Math Addition and Subtraction Task Cards - K, 1st, 2nd Gra$

Math Addition and Subtraction Task Cards - K, 1st, 2nd Grade - Within 20

By Lyndsey Kuster

These math addition and subtraction write & wipe task cards for kindergarten, 1st, or 2nd grade students are a math tool that you can use at math centers/stations, for independent math tubs, with a paraeducator or volunteer, or during small

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Math

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Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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Activities, Printables

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$9.00

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Decodable Readers - Foldable Decodable Mini-Books

By Lyndsey Kuster

This foldable decodable passages bundle includes a collection of 62 highly controlled, decodable readers that cover all sound-spellings. These little foldable books are kid-friendly, easy to prepare, and a meaningful tool for developing your

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Reading, Writing, Phonics

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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Worksheets, Activities, Printables

$20.00

$9.00

311

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Story Elements Activities - Problem and Solution

By Lyndsey Kuster

Students receive a special letter from "The Problem Detectives" asking if they would like to join "The Problem Detective Club." In order to join, students must first do some detective work by identifying the problem and solution to four case files.

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Reading Strategies

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd

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Printables, Lesson, Centers

$8.50

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Grammar Centers Bundle - 1st & 2nd Grade

By Lyndsey Kuster

Why Hands-On Learning?It’s simple. Hands-on learning activates kids’ brains. Research has proven this time and time again. Therefore, I am delighted to announce the newest resource in the “hands-on” series: The Hands-On Grammar Bundle. When

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Grammar, Writing

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1^st, 2^nd, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables, Centers

$148.00

$37.00

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$Math Flip Books - 160 Flip Books$

Math Flip Books - 160 Flip Books

By Lyndsey Kuster

Do you have questions about this resource? Message me instantly by clicking HERE!Please note: The materials in this resource are the same ones included in the LK Teacher Club Membership. If you are a member of the club, please do not purchase these.

Subjects:

Math, Basic Operations, Numbers

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Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables, Lesson

$45.00

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Phonics Activities for Small Groups, Home Use, or Assessments - Kinder, 1st, 2nd

By Lyndsey Kuster

Need flexible phonics activities to use at small groups, for homework, or as an assessment tool? Step-By-Step Phonics is a Science of Reading aligned phonics practice resource that follow a carefully planned scope and sequence. The phonics-based

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Reading, Writing, Phonics

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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Activities, Printables

$16.00

$8.00

183

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Back to School Activities

By Lyndsey Kuster

This 88-page packet has everything you need to start off a fantastic year in first grade. This packet has everything you will need for your first week back teaching!The beginning of the school year is such a fun and magical time for first graders

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Creative Writing, Character Education, Back to School

Grades:

1^st

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Activities, Printables, Lesson

$10.50

3,108

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Poem of the Week - Mentor Poems for the Year

By Lyndsey Kuster

Poem of the Week is a bundle of monthly mentor poems that build fluency and practice sight words, phonics skills, and grammar skills in a genuine and authentic way.This resource helps students develop confidence and build fluency and comprehension.

Subjects:

Grammar, Poetry, Phonics

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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Activities, Printables, Centers

$72.00

$18.00

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$Hands-On Math Bundle - 135 math centers bundle$

Hands-On Math Bundle - 135 math centers bundle

By Lyndsey Kuster

Time and time again, research has shown that in order for students to "lock in" new concepts, they must partake in hands-on learning. I am thrilled to share with you the next resource in the “hands-on” series: The Hands-On Math Bundle. This math

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Math, Basic Operations, Word Problems

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1^st, Homeschool

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Activities, Printables

$97.00

$21.60

580

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Halloween Crafts - Bat, Spider, Monster, & Scarecrow

By Lyndsey Kuster

These spooky crafts will be sure to put everyone in the Halloween spirit! This Packet Includes:Bat Craft Templates and Writing Activities (including "Wing Flappin' Facts" writing sheet)Spider Craft Templates and Writing Activities (including "Facts

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Holidays/Seasonal, Autumn, Halloween

Grades:

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

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Printables, Bulletin Board Ideas

$5.00

262

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Beginning of the Year Activities (3rd Grade)!

By Lyndsey Kuster

FYI: I have finally adapted my first and second grade back to school packets for third grade. The activities in this packet are the same as in my first and second-grade packets unless otherwise noted. PLEASE VIEW THE PREVIEW BEFORE PURCHASING!*In

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Creative Writing, Back to School

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3^rd

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Activities, Printables, Lesson

$10.50

464

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Nonfiction Passages - No Prep Booklets

By Lyndsey Kuster

The Itty Bitty Books Bundle includes a collection of 80 short foldable nonfiction readers about different interesting and engaging topics! These little foldable books are kid-friendly, easy to prepare, and a meaningful tool for developing your

Subjects:

Reading, Writing

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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Activities, Printables

$60.00

$12.00

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Martin Luther King Jr.

By Lyndsey Kuster

Do you have questions about this resource? Message me instantly by clicking HERE!Martin Luther King Jr. Celebrate the life of Martin Luther King Jr. with this activity packet and craft! This packet will nicely supplement and/or add to your current

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month

Grades:

1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd

Types:

Worksheets, Activities, Printables

$10.00

$5.00

2,950

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Word Ladders - Word Chains Bundle Phonics Worksheets - Science of Reading

By Lyndsey Kuster

The Word Ladders Bundle is a Science of Reading-aligned phonics resource that follows a carefully planned scope and sequence. Use these word chains during small group instruction time or one-on-one (as an RTI tool).For each word ladder, you will

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Spelling, Phonics

Grades:

Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd

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Worksheets, Activities, Printables

$14.00

$8.50

103

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

Hey there! My name is Lyndsey Kuster, and I am an experienced first grade teacher residing in the beautiful mountains of Asheville, North Carolina. I love sharing teacher-tested, kid-approved tips, strategies, resources with teachers from all over the world. My goal is to help recharge and reignite your passion for teaching.

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PreK, Kindergarten, 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

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English Language Arts, Balanced Literacy, Creative Writing, Writing-Expository, Reading, Grammar, Spelling, Vocabulary, Specialty, Math, Basic Operations, Fractions, Geometry, Graphing, Measurement, Numbers, Other (Math), Science, Environment, Social Studies, Arts & Music, Special Education, ESL-EFL-ELL, Other (ELA), Literature, Classroom Management, School Counseling, Character Education, Word Problems, Short Stories, Writing, Oral Communication, Reading Strategies, Writing-Essays, Holidays/Seasonal, Back to School, Thanksgiving, Christmas-Chanukah-Kwanzaa, Poetry, Autumn, Halloween, Speech Therapy, Winter, Valentine's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Black History Month, St. Patrick's Day, Spring, Place Value, Tools for Common Core, Earth Day, For All Subjects, Summer, Informational Text, Handwriting, Early Intervention, End of Year, Engineering, Phonics, Close Reading