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Editable Orange Shirt Day Truth and Reconciliation Workbook -Every Child Matters

By Michellecurtis

The Editable Orange Shirt Day Truth and Reconciliation Workbook - Every Child Matters is a must-have resource for teachers looking to educate their students about the history of residential schools and the significance of Orange Shirt Day. This fully editable workbook provides a comprehensive, age-appropriate exploration of truth and reconciliation, and empowers students to reflect on the "Every Child Matters" message through engaging activities and thoughtful reflection.

Why Teachers Should Buy It:

  1. Differentiated for Various Reading Levels: With two differentiated versions (Primary and Junior), this resource is perfect for classes with students at different reading levels. Whether you're working with younger students or those who need more challenging material, both versions allow for an inclusive and engaging learning experience for all.
  2. Editable for Personalization: The fully editable PowerPoint format allows you to customize the content to meet your classroom's unique needs. Add local context, adjust the reading passages, or simplify the activities to suit your students’ abilities.
  3. Supports Meaningful Conversations: This workbook offers a structured and respectful way to introduce the difficult topics of residential schools and reconciliation. The activities, which include reading comprehension, reflection questions, and creative tasks, foster empathy and understanding in your students.
  4. Engaging Content: Students will learn about Phyllis Webstad’s personal story, the origins of Orange Shirt Day, and the broader history of Indigenous peoples in Canada. The workbook includes beautiful, easy-to-follow visuals and worksheets designed to captivate and educate.
  5. Promotes Critical Thinking and Reflection: Encourage students to critically reflect on the impact of residential schools through thoughtful questions, journaling activities, and art-based projects such as designing their own "Orange Shirt" to symbolize the “Every Child Matters” movement.
  6. Complete Resource for Educators: Whether you're new to teaching Orange Shirt Day or an experienced educator, this resource provides everything you need to facilitate these vital conversations in your classroom. It's easy to use, visually appealing, and ready to print or edit.

Included:

  • Two differentiated versions (Primary & Junior) for various reading levels
  • Reading passages on Phyllis Webstad’s story and the history of residential schools
  • Indigenous culture vocabulary and illustrations
  • Reflection and comprehension worksheets
  • Creative activities (e.g., designing an Orange Shirt)

Ensure that your Orange Shirt Day lesson is impactful and informative with the Editable Orange Shirt Day Truth and Reconciliation Workbook - Every Child Matters. Help your students understand the importance of reconciliation and foster a culture of respect and inclusivity in your classroom.

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Geography: Graphic Organizer for In-Class Notes & Formative Assessment

By Geography & Math Made Easy

Need to help your students learn to take notes and a way for you as the instruction to understand what they understood and what they need help with?

This is a great organizer that students can use to evaluate what they understand and what they need help with.

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Think It or Say It? ABA Program

By Behavior Highway

Help your learners develop critical social communication skills with the Think It or Say It? ABA Program! This digital download is designed to teach teens and adults how to determine when it’s appropriate to say something out loud or keep it as a thought. The program uses Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) techniques, offering structured support to build self-awareness and improve communication skills.

What's Included:

  1. Detailed Implementation Plan: A comprehensive guide that outlines how to implement and target these skills using ABA strategies. The plan provides clear, step-by-step instructions on teaching learners to differentiate between thoughts that should be kept private and those appropriate to express in social settings.
  2. Flashcards for Discrete Trial Training (DTT): A set of editable flashcards that focus on various scenarios to help learners practice identifying whether to "Think it" or "Say it." The flashcards can be personalized to meet each learner’s unique needs.
  3. Visual Aid: A visual support tool to be reviewed with learners prior to starting the program. This visual helps learners grasp the key concepts and provides a clear, visual reminder during the learning process.

Why Choose the Think It or Say It? ABA Program:

  • Improves Social Awareness: Learners will become more aware of their thoughts and better understand what is socially appropriate to say, enhancing their communication and social interaction skills.
  • Easy to Implement: The detailed program plan and ready-to-use flashcards make it simple to start working on these skills immediately, whether at home, in school, or in a therapeutic setting.
  • Flexible and Adaptable: The program’s customizable flashcards and visual aid ensure that you can adjust the difficulty and content to match each learner’s unique developmental level.

Equip your learners with the tools they need to navigate social situations with confidence. Download the Think It or Say It? ABA Program today and start teaching thoughtful communication skills that will benefit learners in all areas of life!

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How fast can you circle the animals in alphabetical order?

By Creative Discoveries Online Academy Printables

Circle animal names in alphabetical order as fast as you can!

Good for reading vocabulary, sequencing and memory!

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Public Speaking Curriculum, Speech Activities, Debate Unit - Organizing a Speech

By Write On with Jamie

Public Speaking Activities to Organize Your Speech

  • Speech Activities
  • Debate Activities
  • Know Your Audience for Public Speaking, Speech, and Debate
  • Differentiated Activities for Public Speaking, Speech, and Debate
  • Enrichment Activities for Public Speaking, Speech, and Debate
  • Google Slides Included!

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Introducing how to organize a speech when writing a speech has never been easier! This lesson guides students through a step-by-step process of understanding how to organize the information in a speech and prepare accordingly. When a middle school student begins a public speaking unit, it is quite often the first time he or she has been required to speak in public, other than the basic Show and Tell in elementary school.

Therefore, it is important to make sure the students become familiar with the basics of how to stand, speak, move, and make eye contact during any type of public speaking situation. This lesson is designed to help the students with all aspects of organizing their speech, so they can prepare their presentation accordingly.

The slide show, and worksheets allow students to practice and develop their public speaking skills. The worksheets reinforce guided note-taking techniques when used in conjunction with the slide show. The detailed lesson plans make implementing public speaking, speech and debate curriculum easy for teachers.

These no-prep lessons are adaptable for in-class instruction, distance learning, or independent student work. The PowerPoints can also be presented as whole class instruction or assigned for students to complete at home.

All materials are available in both Google Drive™ and print formats, ensuring easy access for all students.

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This lesson in Public Speaking, Speech, and Debate focuses on how to Organizing Your Speech and includes:

Lesson Plan with:

  • Common Core State Standards Indicated on Lesson Plan
  • Instructional Focus
  • Instructional Procedures
  • Objectives/Goals
  • Direct Instruction
  • Guided Practice
  • Enrichment
  • Differentiation
  • I Can Statement
  • Essential Question
  • ESE Strategies
  • ELL Strategies

Worksheet with:

  • Explanations and examples of the different methods for organizing a speech.
  • Opportunities for students to practice guided note-taking

Slide Show Presentation with:

  • Introduction slides with explanations of methods to employ when organizing a speech
  • Guided note-taking sections
  • Examples of information to determine when organizing a speech

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Answer Key

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The lessons in the Middle School Introduction to Public Speaking Unit include:

  • Know Your Audience
  • Organizing a Speech
  • Writing a Speech
  • Practice Makes Perfect
  • Research Techniques

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Math Game: Perfect Squares Matching Game | Task Cards

By Inspired By MlG

This Math Game: Perfect Squares Matching Game Task Cards is a fun and engaging way for students to practice their understanding of perfect squares and square roots. By matching square root problems to their corresponding numbers, students will reinforce their knowledge of these fundamental mathematical concepts.

This activity offers several benefits:

  • Hands-on Learning: The tactile nature of the task cards allows students to actively engage with the material, making the learning process more enjoyable and memorable.
  • Reinforcement of Concepts: Repeated practice through matching pairs solidifies students' understanding of perfect squares and square roots, improving their accuracy and fluency.
  • Critical Thinking: Students must analyze the square root problems and apply their knowledge to find the correct matches, encouraging critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Collaborative Learning: The game can be played individually or in pairs, fostering collaboration, discussion, and peer learning.
  • Differentiation: The difficulty level can be adjusted by selecting different sets of numbers, allowing the activity to be tailored to students of varying abilities.

Overall, this Math Game: Perfect Squares Matching Game Task Cards provides a valuable opportunity for students to practice important math skills in a fun and interactive way, leading to improved understanding and retention of the concepts.

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Back to School Puzzles for Kindergarteners- Word Search & Maze

By Pearlie Janes Creations

Back to School Puzzles for Kindergarteners – Word Search & Maze

Kick off the school year with fun and engaging back to school-themed puzzles for kindergarteners! Includes word search and maze activities with answer keys. Two word search options available (color image and without).

Start the school year with excitement and learning with our Back to School Puzzles for Kindergarteners! This engaging set of puzzles includes a word search and a maze, both designed to captivate young learners and reinforce key back-to-school vocabulary and skills. Perfect for classroom or home use, these puzzles provide a fun and educational activity to welcome students back to school.

What’s Inside?

- Word Search Puzzles: Two versions of the word search are included – one with a colorful image to engage visual learners and one without for a simpler approach. Both options focus on back-to-school themed words.

- Maze Activity: A fun and easy maze designed for kindergarteners, helping to develop problem-solving skills and fine motor coordination.

- Answer Keys: Comprehensive answer keys for both the word search and the maze, making it easy for teachers and parents to check students' work.

Educational Benefits

- Enhances Vocabulary: The word search puzzles introduce and reinforce key back-to-school vocabulary, helping students to recognize and spell important words.

- Develops Problem-Solving Skills: The maze activity encourages critical thinking and spatial awareness as students navigate their way through the puzzle.

- Engages and Motivates: The back-to-school theme and colorful options make learning fun and keep young students engaged.

- Supports Fine Motor Skills: Tracing through the maze and searching for words helps improve fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

Perfect for Various Settings

This versatile set of puzzles is ideal for:

- Classroom Activities: Use as part of your back-to-school curriculum, in literacy centers, or as a fun filler activity.

- Homework Assignments: Assign as homework to reinforce learning in an enjoyable way.

- Supplemental Practice: Great for extra practice or as a reward for early finishers.

- Home Learning: Perfect for parents looking for engaging and educational activities to support their child's learning at home.

Why Choose These Puzzles?

Our Back to School Puzzles for Kindergarteners offer a fun and effective way to start the school year. The themed word search and maze activities not only make learning enjoyable but also help reinforce important vocabulary and problem-solving skills. With answer keys included, these puzzles are a convenient and valuable addition to any kindergarten curriculum.

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First Day Bingo for Elementary/Secondary

By Beth Hammett

A fun, interactive way to introduce classmates to one another. These two Bingo-like sheets have squares labeled "Find Someone Who...has a pet, has a hobby, has traveled out of state" and much more. Easy to customize to your students' interests and needs. Each square includes a place for name, email, and cell phone number/contact info. Great for Study Buddies and peer tutoring!

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Easter Preschool Printable, Easter Activity Page, Spring Sensory Bin

By Beth Kinane

Keep your preschooler engaged and learning with this fun Easter activity! This instant download includes 2 preschool activities: number matching with numbers 1-10 and egg matching puzzles with 10 eggs. Just print and cut these cute Easter eggs and your preschooler can get to work matching!

**Please Note: This is a DIGITAL DOWNLOAD. This is sized to print on a regular letter-sized paper. You will receive one PDF file that includes both activities.

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First and Last Day of School Questionnaire | Back to School Keepsake Activity

By The Fun Sheep

This adorable Back to School Printable Fill Out Worksheets for kids by “The Fun Sheep” is a great School Keepsake Memory to Capture the precious memories and growth of your students or kids

Back to school activity to create lasting memories with these first & last day of school questionnaires! And compare experiences and accomplishments throughout the year

What comes in the product:

- 2 "First Day of School" Questionnaires (colored and black & white)

- 2 " Last Day of School" Questionnaires (colored and black & white)

- 4 pages to print

- A4 paper Size

- Best to print on card stock (Colors will vary depending on printer used)

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Pop Culture Mazes | Puzzles | Fun Fridays | Early Finishers After State Testing

By Perfectly Planned Designs

Looking for fun mazes or after testing activities for your early finishers? This Pop Culture Maze set is perfect for Gen-Z! Offer your students stress-relieving, yet challenging activities that they will WANT to work on and stay on task as they complete mazes themed upon high-interest topics in pop culture, like TikTok, Crocs, Fortnite, Snacks, Air Jordans, MrBeast, AI, and Netflix!

►This resource requires NO PREP - simply print and staple a packet or use the activities separately. Either way, it's guaranteed to keep your kiddos busy and engaged. I often like to challenge the class with a maze from the pack and offer a small reward to whoever solves the puzzle first! So fun!

►I always leave a stack of mazes to grab in a pinch in my sub binder on my desk for a sub, or colleague to grab in case of an emergency. I feel at ease knowing my students are engaged, even when I have to be out of the classroom.


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  1. 8 Impossible Mazes (PDFs)
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Mindful Coping Skills Snowflake Worksheets for Self-Regulation

By Stephanie Smith

Are you looking for tools to help children develop self-regulation skills and manage negative emotions such as anger, anxiety, stress, sadness, fear, worry, hostility, and irritation? These fun worksheets teach children how to manage negative emotions in a healthy way by using a combination of deep breathing, mindfulness, and creative visualization.

Please note that some children may have previous trauma. It’s recommended to use discretion when deciding if this activity is appropriate for the children.

Emotional & Mental Benefits of Mindfulness:

❤️ Helps Steady Emotions, Reduce Anxiety & Stress

❤️ Teaches Self-Regulation & Calming Techniques

❤️ Helps with Self-Discipline & and to Reduces Impulsivity

❤️ Helps Children Manage their Anxiety

❤️ Aides in Developing Emotional Regulation Skills

❤️ Enhances Children’s Memory & Concentration

❤️ Teaches Children to get Better in Touch with their Thoughts & Feelings

❤️ Enhances the Ability to Listen & Communicate Efficiently

❤️ Improves Attention Spans & Helps Children Learn to Focus

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How to Spot Fake News, Rumors, and Other Misleading Content

By Innovations in Technology

Lesson Overview

In this lesson, students learn more about safe and reliable use of the Internet in the digital age as they learn how to decipher between fake and real news, spot misleading websites, avoid clickbait, and recognize rumors or misleading information on social media. The lesson starts with a PowerPoint presentation (teacher led or distributed to students to read themselves) that outlines some of the pitfalls of erroneous or misleading information on the Internet. Then, students complete several lessons to develop their skills in recognizing fake news, fake websites, clickbait, and other misinformation. These can also be done with a partner or in a small group if the teacher prefers. Next, students work with a group to answer critical thinking questions about the ethics of fake news and ways to prevent contributing to the problem. Also included with the lesson is a word search puzzle, great for early finishers, or as a part of the lesson.

This lesson was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in upper elementary grades or high school as well.

Materials Required:

· Computers with Internet access for each student (or pair of students)

· Access to Microsoft Word or Google Docs and Microsoft PowerPoint or Google Slides

Files included:

· Teacher & Student Resources

· PowerPoint Presentation – Misinformation in the Digital Age

· 3 Lessons with Instructions, Grading Rubrics, and Answer Keys

· Reference Sheet: How to Recognize Fake Websites and News

· Group Discussion Critical Thinking Questions with Teacher Guide for Use

· Word Search Puzzle with Answer Key

Approximate Lesson Duration:

· Introduction to the Unit and PowerPoint Presentation: 1 (50 minute) class period

· 3 lessons: 3-4 (50 minute) class periods (for all three lessons)

· Group Discussion Questions: 1-3 (50 minute) class periods depending on class/group size

· Word Search Puzzle: about 20-30 minutes

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Historic Disasters Reading Comprehension Passages & Questions

By Create Learn Inspire Grow

Enhance your students' reading comprehension skills with this engaging resource featuring five significant historic disasters. Each passage is designed for 5th to 9th-grade students and includes questions that encourage critical thinking and discussion. Perfect for use in the classroom or as homework assignments!

What's Included:

  • Five Reading Comprehension Passages:
  1. The Great Chicago Fire (1871)
  2. The Titanic Disaster (1912)
  3. The Hindenburg Disaster (1937)
  4. The 1906 San Francisco Earthquake
  5. Hurricane Katrina (2005)
  • Five Sets of Questions:
    • Comprehension questions for each passage, focusing on key details, cause and effect, and historical significance.
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Trichology True Crime Forensic Science Reading Comprehension Worksheet

By More Lessons Less Planning

Unveiling the Secrets Strands Hold: A Hair-Raising Look at Forensic Trichology (

Unravel the mysteries locked within a single hair! This captivating reading comprehension worksheet dives into the fascinating world of forensic trichology, where hair analysis takes center stage in criminal investigations.

Engage Your Students & Boost Science Learning:

  • Intriguing & Unique Forensic Focus: Explores the thrilling world of hair analysis, sparking curiosity and igniting a love for science.
  • Real-World Applications: Connects hair analysis to solving crimes, demonstrating the importance of seemingly minute details.
  • Interactive Learning: Multiple choice, true/false, fill-in-the-blank, and short answer questions promote active comprehension.
  • Case Study Challenges: Hands-on scenarios allow students to analyze hair evidence and apply their knowledge to real-world situations.
  • Primary Source Integration: An authentic scientific excerpt strengthens the credibility and relevance of the content.

Learning Objectives:

  • Students will define forensic trichology and explain its role in crime scene investigations.
  • Students will identify different types of hair evidence analyzed by forensic trichologists (head hair, body hair, animal hair).
  • Students will evaluate the advantages of hair analysis compared to other fiber evidence.
  • Students will explain how hair composition reveals information about an individual's health, habits, and geographical origin.
  • Students will analyze the ethical considerations and limitations associated with hair analysis.

Aligned to Common Core Standards:

  • RI.8.1: Cite specific textual evidence to support analysis of complex ideas.
  • RI.8.2: Determine central ideas or themes of a text and analyze their development.
  • RI.8.3: Analyze how a particular point of view is developed or supported.
  • RST.8.4: Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and specific terminology.
  • WHST.8.2: Write informative/explanatory texts to examine and convey complex ideas.

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Halloween Logic Puzzles

By Sassycat Corner

Challenge your students higher order thinking skills with these five logic puzzles that have a Halloween theme. Wake their brains while having fun working through a logic grid puzzle.

Each puzzle includes a scenario, a set of clues, and a grid that students may use to mark off the clues as they work their way through the clues. A teacher instruction page and answer keys are also included.

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I See, I Think, I Wonder Task Cards for Creative Inquiry Based Lessons

By Mrs Wates Teaching Creations

Introducing the I See, I Think, I Wonder Sea Creature Pack. This engaging resource is designed to promote critical thinking activities, flexible thinking, problem solving, and innovating in your classroom. With 70 vibrant slides featuring captivating sea creature images, students will have the opportunity to explore, observe, and express their thoughts in a creative and inquiry-based way.

The "I See, I Think, I Wonder" method encourages students to develop their thinking skills and think outside the box as they engage with the sea creature slides.


Each slide provides space for students to write down what they see, what they think about the creature, and what they wonder or have questions about. This method fosters curiosity and encourages students to make connections, analyze information, and generate meaningful questions to deepen their understanding of the marine world. To ensure durability and long-lasting use, the product is designed for easy printing in color. Simply print and laminate the sheets to create reusable activity cards that can be used year after year. Students can write on the laminated sheets using whiteboard markers, allowing for easy erasing and modification of their responses.


Not only can these cards be used individually as critical thinking activities, but they also serve as excellent tools for classroom discussions and teacher-led displays on the whiteboard. The interactive nature of the I See, I Think, I Wonder method promotes active student participation and provides opportunities for collaborative learning.


Encourage your students to think critically and creatively as they explore the fascinating world of sea creatures. Foster their inquiry-based learning, thinking skills, and problem-solving abilities while cultivating flexibility and innovative thinking. By using the method, students can delve into intriguing topics such as the communication patterns of schools of fish, the formation of majestic coral reefs, and the remarkable travel capabilities of sea turtles. With the I See, I Think, I Wonder Sea Creature Pack, your classroom will be filled with engaging learning experiences that promote curiosity, critical thinking, and a deeper understanding of the marine ecosystem.


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Geography - Find that Country! Label and Color Worksheet

By Yugen Learning

In this fun and back to school, no prep lesson and emergency sub for your Geography program, students will embark on a geographical journey to find specific countries using an atlas or google earth skills to develop their country finding ability, before labelling and coloring in the map. All neatly contained within a single A4 sheet.

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Responsible Decision Making Worksheet & Games for Elementary Students

By Mrs Bell The Crafty Counselor

Challenge students’ capacity for making good choices with this responsible decision making game! This is the perfect activity to improve decision making skills and critical thinking abilities. This game teaches social skills, problem-solving, flexible thinking, good choices vs. poor choices, responsible decision-making skills… this game covers it all!

Students will be completely engaged with the “simmer or ignite” theme. They will be excited to brainstorm ways to respond to the various situations, making correlations between how their responses affect the various situations.

They will be thinking critically about each situation and deepening their understanding of the power and impact behind their decisions.  

Here’s What’s Included:

  • 60 Situation Cards
  • 9 blank cards
  • 60 Simmer -or- Ignite Cards 
  • Game Board/Scoresheet

This good choice vs. poor choice decision-making game is perfect for classroom lessons and small groups. Simply print, laminate, cut, and you and are ready to teach your students new life skills!

Sharpen your student’s decision-making skills as you guide them through the decision-making process. They will be presented with various scenarios while playing this game that requires students to think critically about their choices and the consequences of these choices.

Students will be given many examples of good choices that make situations better and poor choices that make situations worse. Help students gain an understanding of how situations can be "simmered" or "ignited" based on their behaviors and reactions to others.

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Laronda B. says, “Provided great class discussion and my students enjoyed working together to determine the solutions.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amanda B. says, “Very simple yet effective teaching with this game. I have kids gr2-7 and they all enjoyed playing it and were easily engaged.”

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This responsible decision making game is also available as a Simmer or Ignite Google Slides Activity!

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Classroom Decor - Growth Mindset Posters (light colors, 11x17 size)

By Amanda G

Motivation Posters done in light colours. These posters are 11x17, so they are really great to hang in your classroom. Quotes include: When you think about quitting, think about why you started. Sometimes you win. Sometimes you learn. Stop wishing. Start doing. Be the best version of you. Dear self, today, you will shine. I can and I will. If it wasn't hard everyone would do it. It's the hard that makes it great. If it's important to you, you will find a way. If not, you will find an excuse. The secret to getting ahead...is getting started. This is a growing set. As I feel inspired I will add more to this collection. Please don't forget to take a look at the other items I have available in my store! Follow me to get the most up to date information and heads up on upcoming sales. All new items are listed at 50% off during the first 24 hours. Another great reason to follow my store. Thank for taking the time to stop by and purchase this resource.

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