When I first discovered Teachers Pay Teachers (TPT), I was amazed by the creativity and resourcefulness of educators who turn their classroom materials into products that help teachers worldwide. The idea of creating my own TPT resources seemed both exciting and daunting. But I decided to take the plunge and teach myself the art of TPT creation—and it's been quite a journey.

As 5th-grade teachers, we know that phonetic knowledge is foundational to reading fluency and spelling accuracy. But let's face it—traditional phonics worksheets can feel repetitive and uninspiring to our students. That's where these Phonetic Knowledge Task Cards come in! Here's how you can seamlessly integrate them into your classroom routine to boost engagement and learning outcomes.

Building a marketing plan for your Teachers Pay Teachers store can feel intimidating, especially when you’re already juggling lesson planning, grading, and real life. The good news is that a TPT marketing plan doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. It simply gives you direction, helps you stay consistent, and allows your hard-created resources to actually be seen by the teachers who need them most.

When teachers click “Save for Later” on a TPT product, it’s actually a strong sign of interest—not rejection. It usually means they see value in the resource but aren’t ready to purchase yet, whether due to timing, budget, or planning ahead for a future unit or season. In many ways, saved-for-later data represents warm buyer intent. These teachers are already considering your resource; they just need a little more clarity, confidence, or the right moment to take the next step.

Give your students meaningful and engaging practice with comparing fractions using this set of Compare Fractions Task Cards! These cards help students determine which fraction is greater, less than, or equal by using the symbols <, >, or =. Perfect for centers, small groups, SCOOT, early finishers, or independent practice.

This no-prep resource supports 3rd–5th grade fraction standards and builds confidence with comparing fractions using strategies such as numerators, denominators, benchmark fractions (like ½), and fraction sense.

December in the classroom is magical—but let’s be honest, it can also be a little chaotic. Between holiday excitement, schedule changes, and winter break counting down, keeping students focused during literacy lessons can feel like a challenge.

That’s exactly why engaging, no-prep activities are a lifesaver this time of year!
And one of my favorite ways to keep students learning (and loving it!) is with Christmas Context Clues Task Cards.

In this blog post, I’m sharing how these task cards work, why they’re perfect for upper-elementary learners, and creative ways to use them all season long.

If you’re a 3rd–5th grade teacher looking for a classroom management system that actually works—and doesn’t add 10 things to your already full plate—let me introduce you to one of my favorite teacher tools: ClassDojo.

Thanksgiving break is finally here — and if you’re anything like most grades 3–5 teachers, you’ve been counting down the days. This time of year is magical in the classroom, but let’s be honest… it’s also exhausting. Between assessments, holiday events, parent communication, and endless planning, you’ve probably been running on caffeine and sheer willpower.

Teaching is a calling—but it can also be exhausting. Between planning lessons, supporting students, managing classroom behaviors, attending meetings, and keeping up with parent communication, teachers often put themselves last. By the time the day ends, many educators grab whatever food is easiest and collapse on the couch.

If you’re a 3rd–5th grade teacher, you already know the truth: your workload is overflowing. Between lesson planning, small-group instruction, grading, emails, meetings, and everything else that pops up in a school day, it can feel impossible to keep up—let alone feel confident and prepared.

Ready to get your students up, moving, and thinking?
“Scoot & Solve: The Classroom Quest Adventure!” transforms routine practice into an exciting learning journey your students will actually look forward to. This fast-paced activity gets kids circulating around the room, solving problems at each station, and building confidence with every step. Whether you’re reviewing key skills or introducing new concepts, this classroom quest turns learning into an adventure — all while keeping students engaged, focused, and having fun.

Teaching is one of the most rewarding professions—but let’s be honest, it can also be overwhelming. Between lesson planning, grading, adapting activities for diverse learners, and trying to maintain a personal life, you barely have enough time to breathe.

That’s exactly why I created the Education Wonders Membership—a simple, affordable way to give 3rd–5th grade teachers access to the no-prep, high-quality digital resources you need without spending hours searching.

If you're ready to lighten your teacher load and feel confident walking into class every day, this is for you.

End the sunny days with the End of Summer Journal Writing Packet for Grades 3-5! It prompts students to reflect on summer adventures, favorite memories, and lessons learned. Easy to use and perfect for classroom or homeschool, it inspires thoughtful writing as students start a new school year.