The provided source material details a collection of free educational resources and printables offered by Laura Candler, a former elementary school teacher and creator of teaching materials. These resources are primarily targeted at elementary educators seeking instructional tools for literacy, mathematics, and classroom management. The sources describe an online "File Cabinet" containing free printables, an email newsletter providing access to over 75 teaching resources, and specific literacy activities such as the "Wordle Wiz" game. The information focuses on the availability of these digital resources, the method of access through email sign-ups, and the background of the resource creator. There is no information regarding physical product samples, brand freebies, or mail-in programs in the consumer categories typically associated with marketing offers.
Overview of Available Resources
Laura Candler, a recipient of the Milken Family Foundation Educator Award and National Board Certified teacher, has created a library of digital teaching resources. These materials are distributed through her website and are designed to support classroom instruction. The resources cover various subjects, including literacy, mathematics, science, and cooperative learning.
The primary repository for these materials is described as an "online File Cabinet." This digital library contains "loads of free printables and lessons" that Candler originally created for her own classroom and now shares with other educators. The content includes specific literacy printables, such as graphic organizers, reading response sheets, and vocabulary activities.
Accessing Free Resources
Access to the majority of these free teaching resources is managed through an email newsletter subscription. The sources explicitly state that signing up for "Candler's Classroom Connections" provides access to over 75 free teaching resources.
Subscription Process
- Newsletter Sign-up: Users are required to sign up for Laura Candler’s email newsletter to gain access to the resource library.
- Content Delivery: Upon subscribing, users receive notifications when new freebies are added to the File Cabinet and gain immediate access to the existing collection.
- Content Volume: The newsletter is advertised as providing access to "over 75 free teaching resources."
Specific Literacy Printables
The sources list several specific literacy resources available for free. These are categorized under "Literacy Printables" and include a mix of games, graphic organizers, and instructional templates.
Wordle Wiz
One featured resource is "Wordle Wiz," a word game designed for students. The sources indicate that interested parties can "request your free copy of this word game."
Other Literacy Resources
The File Cabinet and resource library include a variety of other printables: * Reading Responses: Paper Chain Connections, Paper Chain Reading Responses. * Graphic Organizers: Literary Mood Ring Graphic Organizer, Literary Moods List. * Vocabulary and Analysis: Mystery Vocabulary Detectives, Genre Chart, Genre Walk. * Classroom Tools: Book Review Blurb Pattern, Hot Spots for Reading, Reading Bingo. * Activity Logs: Literacy Block Activity Log, 90 Minute Literacy Block Template. * Book Notes and Logs: Home Reading Log, Independent Reading Conference Record. * Bookmarks and Slips: Book Buddies Bookmark Slips, Literary Lunch Bunch Bookmark.
Mathematical Resources
While the search query and specific focus of the provided text is on literacy, the sources mention the availability of math resources. The website navigation includes a "Math" category, and the newsletter offers access to math resources alongside literacy materials. However, specific math printables are not listed in detail in the provided text.
Calendar Resources
A specific freebie highlighted in the source data is a planning tool for educators. The "free 2024-25 School Year Calendar" is described as a monthly calendar that can be used by teachers for planning and shared with students.
Author Background and Credibility
The resources are created by Laura Candler, whose background is detailed to establish credibility. She is described as a former 5th-grade teacher with 30 years of classroom experience. Her accolades include the Milken Family Foundation Educator Award and National Board Certification as a Middle Childhood Generalist. She has authored 10 books for teachers and over 100 digital resources. This background suggests the resources are created by an experienced educator, though the sources do not provide independent verification of the quality or efficacy of the specific materials.
Technical Access and Website Navigation
The sources describe the website structure, which includes a "File Cabinet" and a "Store" (both a website store and a TpT store). The site uses cookies for user experience. The resources are digital products, likely PDF files or similar printable formats, given the description of "printables." There is no mention of physical shipping or mail-in programs.
Conclusion
The provided source material exclusively describes a digital resource program for elementary educators. The core offering is a collection of free printables and lessons accessible via an email newsletter subscription. The resources focus heavily on literacy but also include math and classroom management tools. The program is run by an experienced educator, Laura Candler, who distributes these materials to support teachers in the classroom. There is no evidence in the provided text of consumer product samples, trials, or brand freebies in the categories of beauty, baby care, pet food, health, food, or household goods.