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Arabella Silverleaf

With over 30 years of teaching experience across the globe, I’ve had the joy of working in a wide range of international schools and cultural contexts. My background spans the arts, languages, and early years education, and I bring a strong foundation in inclusive teaching practices through extensive training in both cultural diversity and special needs education. Each resource I create reflects a passion for creativity, differentiation, and a deep understanding of how children learn best across

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With over 30 years of teaching experience across the globe, I’ve had the joy of working in a wide range of international schools and cultural contexts. My background spans the arts, languages, and early years education, and I bring a strong foundation in inclusive teaching practices through extensive training in both cultural diversity and special needs education. Each resource I create reflects a passion for creativity, differentiation, and a deep understanding of how children learn best across
CVC / WORD FAMILIES - Cut & Paste Word Building Activities
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CVC / WORD FAMILIES - Cut & Paste Word Building Activities

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This book contains 167 PAGES of cut and paste word family word building activities Each page focuses on one word family at a time. Children cut out the letter tiles from the accompanying second page and build the words on the first page, pasting each letter tile in correct order next to the corresponding picture. Alternatively, these pages can be laminated and used in a write and wipe center with dry-erase (whiteboard) markers, or in a word building center using Scrabble or magnetic letters. The word families included in this book are: -an -ap -at -ed -en -et -ig -ip -it -og -op -ot -ug -um -un
Enchanting Tales: A Fairy Tale Bundle for Kindergarten Learning
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Enchanting Tales: A Fairy Tale Bundle for Kindergarten Learning

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Immerse your students in the captivating world of fairy tales with our Fairy Tale Bundle! This comprehensive Kindergarten theme - includes beloved stories such as the Gingerbread Man, Three Billy Goats Gruff, Hungry Caterpillar, Goldilocks & the Three Bears, Jack & the Beanstalk, Red Riding Hood, and Brown Bear, Brown Bear. With over 200 beautiful and colorful pages, this bundle is packed with engaging and fun-filled activities designed to enhance learning and inspire young minds. Inside this bundle, you’ll find a variety of activities that cover key aspects of early childhood development. From practicing fine motor skills to learning key words and story outlines, each resource is thoughtfully designed to reinforce the story, characters, and important vocabulary. Students will enjoy coloring pages, shape tracing, matching exercises, pre-writing practice, cut-and-match activities, and size sorting challenges. This bundle provides a wealth of opportunities for interactive and hands-on learning, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and literacy skills. With its delightful illustrations and engaging activities, this Fairy Tale Bundle is a wonderful resource for educators and parents alike. Whether you’re planning a thematic unit, literacy center activities, or simply looking for fun and educational materials, this bundle is sure to captivate young learners and make learning a magical experience. Unlock the imagination and introduce your students to the enchanting world of fairy tales with this comprehensive resource. Great resource when reading Fairy Tales. Gingerbread Man Three Billy Goats Gruff Hungary Caterpillar Goldilocks & 3 Bears Jack & the Beanstalk Red Riding Hood Brown Bear, Brown Bear 200+ beautiful and colourful fun-filled pages. Packed with fun activities including: KEY WORDS STORY OUTLINE FINE MOTOR SKILLS WHAT COMES NEXT? WHICH IS DIFFERENT? COLORING PAGES SHAPE TRACING MATCHING PRE-WRITING PRACTICE CUT & MATCH SIZE SORTING Wonderful resource that will help reinforce the story, characters and key words.
Boost Math Skills with Grade 1 Addition Timed Tests: Enhance Fluency and Speed
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Boost Math Skills with Grade 1 Addition Timed Tests: Enhance Fluency and Speed

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Introducing “Grade 1 Addition Timed Tests” - a comprehensive and effective resource designed to strengthen addition skills in first-grade learners. These timed tests provide a structured and engaging approach to practicing addition facts, helping students build speed and accuracy in their mathematical computations. With a focus on timed drills and targeted practice, “Grade 1 Addition Timed Tests” cover a wide range of addition facts within the grade 1 curriculum. Each test is carefully designed to reinforce addition fluency, mental math abilities, and problem-solving strategies. Watch as first-grade students challenge themselves to solve addition problems within a given time limit, enhancing their computational skills and mathematical confidence. These timed tests promote a sense of achievement and foster a competitive yet supportive learning environment. Included: 40 pages of Addition timed tests.
TELP LITERACY PROGRAM CVC + WORD FAMILY 1B Teacher's Guide
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TELP LITERACY PROGRAM CVC + WORD FAMILY 1B Teacher's Guide

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Wonderful teachers guide that gives a clear teaching strategy, lesson flow, and numerous activities that enable the teacher to deliver a fun, well organized, and interesting lesson. This CVC Word Family 1B TEACHER’S packet includes the following word families: -it Word Family -og Word Family -op Word Family -ot Word Family -ug Word Family -um Word Family -un Word Family ACTIVITIES & LESSON IDEAS Word Family Recognition - building phonemic awareness Audio Stimulation Digraph Scaffold Word family Recognition in Practice - Page activity Word Family Game Blending and Vocabulary introduction Vocabulary and Word Family Practice part 2 Whole Group flashcard Activity Spelling Activity Vocabulary and Word Family Practice part 3 Tactile Learning Introductory to Guided Reading CVC Literacy Stations CVC 1 Book Practice Part 4
Preschool & Kindergarten Theme Bundle with Over 1000 Pages of Activities
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Preschool & Kindergarten Theme Bundle with Over 1000 Pages of Activities

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Introducing the “Preschool & Kindergarten Theme Bundle: Engaging Activities for Early Learners”! This comprehensive bundle is packed with over 1000 pages of wonderful activities designed to enhance the learning experience of preschool and kindergarten students. Each unit focuses on a specific theme and incorporates key vocabulary, fine motor skill development, and age-appropriate activities. Inside this bundle, you’ll find a variety of engaging activities that will captivate young minds and keep them excited about learning. From labeling and cutting to pasting and sorting, each activity is carefully crafted to reinforce important skills while keeping the learning process fun and interactive. The selected activities cover a wide range of early learning concepts. Students will have the opportunity to explore differences and similarities, practice sequencing, develop prewriting skills, enhance their cutting abilities, engage in matching exercises, and so much more. With activities like shadow matching, word matching, picture matching, and missing letter challenges, students will actively build their vocabulary and improve their reading skills. Additionally, this bundle includes handwriting practice, size sorting and sequencing activities, engaging dice games, roll and graph exercises, creative lion mask crafts, and a variety of number and letter activities to reinforce essential numeracy and literacy skills. With its extensive collection of carefully designed activities, the “Preschool & Kindergarten Theme Bundle” is an invaluable resource for teachers and parents alike. It provides a well-rounded and engaging curriculum that fosters the development of key skills while igniting a love for learning in young children. Preschool & Kindergarten THEMES: (over 1000 pages of wonderful activities) Theme-Based Learning Units include: Five Senses All About Me Animals Back to School Bugs Cats Colors Dinosaurs Eating at Home Habitats My Body Ocean Life Pirates Safari Animals Spring Summer Transportation Weather
BIRDS UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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BIRDS UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
LAUNDRY UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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LAUNDRY UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
CARS & BUSES UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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CARS & BUSES UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
FISH UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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FISH UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
Number Writing Cards: Building Number Recognition and Writing Skills from 0-100
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Number Writing Cards: Building Number Recognition and Writing Skills from 0-100

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Improve number recognition and writing skills with our Number Writing Cards set for Kindergarten. This comprehensive resource includes number cards from 0 to 100, carefully designed to engage young learners in a fun and interactive way. Each card features a clear, bold number along with corresponding dots to help children associate the numeral with its quantity. The set also includes tracing guides to assist students in practicing proper number formation. These durable and visually appealing cards are perfect for individual or group activities, allowing students to develop their counting and writing skills while building confidence with numbers. With our Number Writing Cards, your students will become proficient in number recognition and writing, setting a solid foundation for their mathematical journey. Beautifully designed Number Writing Cards. Numbers 0 - 100 Each card shows children both the number and number word. Each card clearly identifies thenumber formation steps.
FALL UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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FALL UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
GROCERY UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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GROCERY UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
CAMPING UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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CAMPING UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
FAMILY LOVE - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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FAMILY LOVE - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
BUNNIES UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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BUNNIES UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
VEGETABLE UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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VEGETABLE UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
CATS & DOGS UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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CATS & DOGS UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!
Fun and Interactive Handwriting: Engaging Tracing Worksheets for Kindergarten
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Fun and Interactive Handwriting: Engaging Tracing Worksheets for Kindergarten

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Enhance your kindergarteners’ handwriting skills with this comprehensive Handwriting and Tracing Worksheets bundle. Designed specifically for young learners, this bundle includes a wide variety of engaging and interactive worksheets to help them develop their fine motor skills and master letter formation. With a focus on letter recognition, tracing, and proper letter formation, these worksheets provide ample practice opportunities. Students will love tracing dotted letters, words, and sentences, gradually building their confidence and accuracy. Additionally, the bundle includes worksheets for tracing numbers and basic shapes, allowing for a well-rounded learning experience. The Handwriting and Tracing Worksheets bundle is perfect for both in-classroom instruction and at-home practice. Each worksheet is thoughtfully designed with colorful and appealing illustrations, making learning enjoyable and motivating for young learners. With over 200 pages of engaging activities, this bundle provides endless opportunities for students to refine their handwriting skills. Whether you’re a teacher looking to reinforce handwriting skills in your kindergarten classroom or a parent seeking additional resources for at-home learning, this Handwriting and Tracing Worksheets bundle is the perfect solution. Help your little ones develop neat and legible handwriting while having fun along the way! Get your hands on this comprehensive bundle today and watch your kindergarteners’ handwriting skills soar to new heights! A - Z Letters & over 100 vocabulary Pack includes: 128 Page Workbook 26 Handwriting Songs (Videos) 156 Activity Flashcards Workbook - consists of tracing and handwriting activities. Uppercase and lowercase A to Z. Handwriting Songs give students a visual guide to shaping the letters. The activity flashcards can be used individually or small groups, great for both the letters and vocabulary practice. Total Pages 250 pages
A Comprehensive Toddler Curriculum - 32 Thematic Units
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A Comprehensive Toddler Curriculum - 32 Thematic Units

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Introducing our comprehensive Toddler Curriculum, a treasure trove of engaging and educational resources designed specifically for toddlers. With 32 thematic units, this curriculum provides a rich and varied learning experience that supports toddlers’ growth and development across multiple domains. Each thematic unit is carefully crafted to capture toddlers’ curiosity and imagination while promoting their cognitive, physical, social, and emotional skills. From animals to colors, seasons to transportation, and much more, these units cover a wide range of topics that resonate with toddlers’ interests and experiences. Inside each unit, you will find a wealth of resources to facilitate meaningful and interactive learning. Our curriculum includes age-appropriate activities, games, songs, crafts, and hands-on experiences that spark joy and excitement in toddlers. These activities are designed to enhance language development, fine and gross motor skills, problem-solving abilities, social interactions, and creativity. Additionally, our Toddler Curriculum places great emphasis on fostering positive relationships between toddlers and their caregivers. We provide guidance and suggestions on how to create nurturing and stimulating environments at home or in early childhood settings, promoting warm and responsive interactions that support toddlers’ overall well-being. The curriculum also offers flexibility and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of toddlers. It provides options for both structured and child-led activities, allowing caregivers to tailor the learning experiences based on individual interests, abilities, and developmental stages. With our Toddler Curriculum, you can feel confident in providing a comprehensive and engaging learning journey for the toddlers in your care. It serves as a valuable resource for parents, educators, and childcare providers seeking to create meaningful and developmentally appropriate experiences for toddlers. Start exploring the wonders of early learning with our Toddler Curriculum - 32 Thematic Units today. Together, let’s nurture the love of learning in our little ones and set them on a path of discovery and growth. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. THEMES INCLUDE: Balls Birds Boats Boys & Girls Bugs Bunnies Camping Car & Buses Cats & Dogs Dinosaurs Doctors & Nurses Fall Family Love Farm Animals Firefighters Fish Flowers Grocery Housework Laundry Letter Carrier Nursery Rhymes Restaurant Spring Summer Teddy Bears Trains & Planes Trucks Vegetables Winter Workshop Zoo
WORKSHOP UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM
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WORKSHOP UNIT - TODDLER CURRICULUM

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We have developed a 32 theme based Curriculum for Toddlers. Each lesson revolves around the following: Warm-up play Gathering and settling Welcome Songs Preview & Circle Time Creative Play Stations Home Play We also provide a Parents handout, Lesson Plan, Vocabulary Sheet, Playgroup Materials Checklist. If you download this product, please take some time to rate it and provide me with some feedback. As well, please consider becoming a follower of my TpT store so that you will receive notification when I post more resources to the TpT site. If your find errors, please allow me the chance to fix it before leaving a bad rating. You can contact me at macmcdonough@hotmail.com. Thanks for your support and business!