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Latest from the blog
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From Summer Break to School Days: Easy Ways to Prepare Kids for Back to School
The end of summer can bring a mix of emotions for early elementary kids. After months of relaxed routines, late bedtimes, family vacations, and endless outdoor play, transitioning back to school can feel exciting, overwhelming, and even a little emotional for both children and parents.
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Simple Summer Learning: Fun Summer Activities for Early Elementary
Summer is finally here! Whether you are a parent searching for meaningful activities to fill the long sunny days or an educator planning a summer program, summer learning resources don’t have to be boring! Summer activities are the ones that feel like pure fun while sneaking in just enough learning to keep young minds sharp.
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Wrapping Up the School Year: Simple Ways to End Strong
The end of the school year is a magical, busy, and sometimes bittersweet time in early elementary classrooms. After months of hard work, growth, and memories made together, the final weeks deserve to be celebrated thoughtfully. But between assessments, field trips, and classroom wrap-up tasks, it can be hard to know where to start.
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Hey there, I’m Stephanie!
I’m a middle school science teacher in central Pennsylvania, educational writer, curriculum developer, wife, and mom. In 2025, I purchased The Simplified Classroom from Erica Lindquist, and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to continue building on the thoughtful, teacher-friendly resources she created.
With over twenty years of experience teaching students of all ages and grade levels, I know how valuable it is to have classroom materials that are clear, practical, and easy to use. My goal is to continue making The Simplified Classroom a place where busy teachers can find resources that save time, support students, and make lesson planning feel a little less overwhelming.
In addition to teaching, I have a Master’s Degree in Biology and have worked as an educational consultant, writer, and curriculum developer. I’m also the author of two children’s STEM books, STEM Quest for Minecrafters: Grades 1–2 and STEM Quest for Minecrafters: Grades 3–4, and I was a contributing author for BookShark’s homeschool science curriculum.
When I’m not teaching or creating resources, I’m usually spending time with my husband and two children in beautiful central Pennsylvania. I’m excited to continue serving teachers through The Simplified Classroom and to carry forward the heart of this store: simple, useful resources that make teaching just a little easier.