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Teacher Created Materials supports early childhood through high school learning across Florida with flexible, research‑based instructional materials aligned to Florida’s B.E.S.T. Standards, FAST, and the Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards (FELDS).Use the tabs below to explore resources for Florida Early Learning Coalitions, Florida VPK programs, and Florida‑specific social studies instruction.

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  • Early Learning Coalitions

    Teacher Created Materials supports Florida Early Learning Coalitions in strengthening school readiness outcomes through research‑based curriculum and classroom resources that build instructional capacity, develop young children’s social skills and academic foundations, and engage families.

    Explore our ELC resources below. Many are available in bilingual editions.

    Building Connections

    PreK, VPK

    Foster early literacy skills and support positive student behavior with engaging, beautifully illustrated stories that build comprehension, cooperation, and essential life skills. Help children connect, communicate, and thrive through teacher‑led, research‑based activities. 

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    Best Behavior Series

    Ages 1-4

    Support self-regulation to develop positive habits and daily routines with Free Spirit Publishing's best-selling, developmentally appropriate stories that build autonomy, independence, and healthy hygiene skills.

    Guidance and extension activities help educators and caregivers reinforce positive behaviors at school or at home.

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    We Find Feelings Clues Series

    Ages 3–7

    Strengthen children’s emotional literacy with engaging stories that help them recognize, name, and cope with feelings like sadness, loneliness, and disappointment. This book collection supports the Pyramid Model and integrates active learning prompts, visual emotion cues, and caregiver guidance that empowers children to understand and manage their emotions with confidence.

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    Explore & Learn

    Florida-Approved for VPK

    Explore & Learn is approved by the Florida Department of Education’s Division of Early Learning (FLDOE DEL) and provides a comprehensive VPK solution designed to ensure Kindergarten readiness. Aligned to Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards (FELDS), this program builds foundational thinking and communication skills through hands-on learning and scaffolded instruction, supporting age-appropriate growth and lifelong learning.

    Program Highlights:

    • 12 Daily Learning Blocks covering all domains: literacy, mathematics, science, fine motor skills, and more.
    • Ready-to-use lesson plans designed for full- or half-day VPK implementation.
    • Developmentally appropriate materials, including manipulatives, big books, songs, and student journals.
    • Built-in differentiation and teacher supports to meet diverse learning needs.
     

    Parent & Family Engagement

    Ages 0-5

    Support caregivers with developmentally appropriate tools and free or low‑cost activities that provide practical strategies to reinforce learning.

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    Take-Home Backpacks

    PreK, VPK

    Support summer learning at home with family‑friendly activities and books that reinforce school readiness skills and support a smooth transition into Kindergarten.

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    Professional Learning

    PreK, VPK

    Lay the foundation for lifelong learning with our early childhood and VPK professional development workshops and resources. Equip educators with developmentally appropriate strategies to build foundational skills through purposeful play, hands-on inquiry, and nurturing environments that support the whole child.

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  • Voluntary Prekindergarten

    Teacher Created Materials provides Florida‑approved VPK curriculum, at‑home learning resources, and supplemental supports designed to promote school readiness and prepare young learners for continued academic success.

    Explore & Learn

    Florida-Approved for VPK

    Explore & Learn is approved by the Florida Department of Education’s Division of Early Learning (FLDOE DEL) and provides a comprehensive VPK solution designed to ensure Kindergarten readiness. Aligned to Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards (FELDS), this program builds foundational thinking and communication skills through hands-on learning and scaffolded instruction, supporting age-appropriate growth and lifelong learning.

    Program Highlights:

    • 12 Daily Learning Blocks covering all domains: literacy, mathematics, science, fine motor skills, and more.
    • Ready-to-use lesson plans designed for full- or half-day VPK implementation.
    • Developmentally appropriate materials, including manipulatives, big books, songs, and student journals.
    • Built-in differentiation and teacher supports to meet diverse learning needs.
     

    Take-Home Backpacks

    PreK, VPK

    Support summer learning at home with family‑friendly activities and books that reinforce school readiness skills and support a smooth transition into Kindergarten.

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    Parent & Family Engagement

    Ages 0-5

    Support caregivers with developmentally appropriate tools and free or low‑cost activities that provide practical strategies to reinforce learning.

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    Best Behavior Series

    Ages 1-4

    Support self-regulation to develop positive habits and daily routines with Free Spirit Publishing's best-selling, developmentally appropriate stories that build autonomy, independence, and healthy hygiene skills.

    Guidance and extension activities help educators and caregivers reinforce positive behaviors at school or at home.

    fl-best-behavior

    We Find Feelings Clues Series

    Ages 3–7

    Strengthen children’s emotional literacy with engaging stories that help them recognize, name, and cope with feelings like sadness, loneliness, and disappointment. This book collection supports the Pyramid Model and integrates active learning prompts, visual emotion cues, and caregiver guidance that empowers children to understand and manage their emotions with confidence.

    fl-feelings-clues

    Professional Learning

    PreK, VPK

    Lay the foundation for lifelong learning with our early childhood and VPK professional development workshops and resources. Equip educators with developmentally appropriate strategies to build foundational skills through purposeful play, hands-on inquiry, and nurturing environments that support the whole child.

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  • Social Studies

    Primary Sources: Florida Kit

    Grade 4

    Enhance social studies literacy by incorporating engaging primary sources into the classroom!

    This all-inclusive kit is packed with captivating primary source documents and genuine artifacts from Florida's vibrant history. Students will participate in insightful discussions as they explore firsthand narratives of Florida's past, gaining a deeper understanding of historical events.

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    State of Florida 8-Book Set

    Grade 4

    Delve into the rich history of the Sunshine State with these primary source readers dedicated to Florida's state history.

    Incorporating primary sources such as maps, documents, letters, and images, these engaging texts will enhance literacy skills and deepen understanding in history, geography, and other social studies disciplines.

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    People of Florida 8-Book Set

    Grade 4

    Inspire students to explore Florida's history through primary source readers!

    This captivating collection highlights notable Floridians who have made impactful contributions to the state's history. By incorporating primary sources, these texts enhance literacy skills and deepen understanding in history, geography, and other social studies disciplines.

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    6-packs with Lesson Plans

    Bring history to life with these high-interest books!

    Engage students in learning the history of Florida, from the exploration of Florida, to the Civil War and Reconstruction, to modern Florida. These 6-packs with comprehensive lesson plans transform words on a page into an intimate glimpse into the past with primary sources.

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Teacher Created Materials supports Florida Early Learning Coalitions in strengthening school readiness outcomes through research‑based curriculum and classroom resources that build instructional capacity, develop young children’s social skills and academic foundations, and engage families.

Explore our ELC resources below. Many are available in bilingual editions.

Building Connections

PreK, VPK

Foster early literacy skills and support positive student behavior with engaging, beautifully illustrated stories that build comprehension, cooperation, and essential life skills. Help children connect, communicate, and thrive through teacher‑led, research‑based activities. 

fl-building-connections

Best Behavior Series

Ages 1-4

Support self-regulation to develop positive habits and daily routines with Free Spirit Publishing's best-selling, developmentally appropriate stories that build autonomy, independence, and healthy hygiene skills.

Guidance and extension activities help educators and caregivers reinforce positive behaviors at school or at home.

fl-best-behavior

We Find Feelings Clues Series

Ages 3–7

Strengthen children’s emotional literacy with engaging stories that help them recognize, name, and cope with feelings like sadness, loneliness, and disappointment. This book collection supports the Pyramid Model and integrates active learning prompts, visual emotion cues, and caregiver guidance that empowers children to understand and manage their emotions with confidence.

fl-feelings-clues

Explore & Learn

Florida-Approved for VPK

Explore & Learn is approved by the Florida Department of Education’s Division of Early Learning (FLDOE DEL) and provides a comprehensive VPK solution designed to ensure Kindergarten readiness. Aligned to Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards (FELDS), this program builds foundational thinking and communication skills through hands-on learning and scaffolded instruction, supporting age-appropriate growth and lifelong learning.

Program Highlights:

  • 12 Daily Learning Blocks covering all domains: literacy, mathematics, science, fine motor skills, and more.
  • Ready-to-use lesson plans designed for full- or half-day VPK implementation.
  • Developmentally appropriate materials, including manipulatives, big books, songs, and student journals.
  • Built-in differentiation and teacher supports to meet diverse learning needs.
 

Parent & Family Engagement

Ages 0-5

Support caregivers with developmentally appropriate tools and free or low‑cost activities that provide practical strategies to reinforce learning.

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Take-Home Backpacks

PreK, VPK

Support summer learning at home with family‑friendly activities and books that reinforce school readiness skills and support a smooth transition into Kindergarten.

fl-THBK

Professional Learning

PreK, VPK

Lay the foundation for lifelong learning with our early childhood and VPK professional development workshops and resources. Equip educators with developmentally appropriate strategies to build foundational skills through purposeful play, hands-on inquiry, and nurturing environments that support the whole child.

fl-ec-pd-1

Teacher Created Materials provides Florida‑approved VPK curriculum, at‑home learning resources, and supplemental supports designed to promote school readiness and prepare young learners for continued academic success.

Explore & Learn

Florida-Approved for VPK

Explore & Learn is approved by the Florida Department of Education’s Division of Early Learning (FLDOE DEL) and provides a comprehensive VPK solution designed to ensure Kindergarten readiness. Aligned to Florida Early Learning and Developmental Standards (FELDS), this program builds foundational thinking and communication skills through hands-on learning and scaffolded instruction, supporting age-appropriate growth and lifelong learning.

Program Highlights:

  • 12 Daily Learning Blocks covering all domains: literacy, mathematics, science, fine motor skills, and more.
  • Ready-to-use lesson plans designed for full- or half-day VPK implementation.
  • Developmentally appropriate materials, including manipulatives, big books, songs, and student journals.
  • Built-in differentiation and teacher supports to meet diverse learning needs.
 

Take-Home Backpacks

PreK, VPK

Support summer learning at home with family‑friendly activities and books that reinforce school readiness skills and support a smooth transition into Kindergarten.

fl-THBK

Parent & Family Engagement

Ages 0-5

Support caregivers with developmentally appropriate tools and free or low‑cost activities that provide practical strategies to reinforce learning.

fl-parent-engagement

Best Behavior Series

Ages 1-4

Support self-regulation to develop positive habits and daily routines with Free Spirit Publishing's best-selling, developmentally appropriate stories that build autonomy, independence, and healthy hygiene skills.

Guidance and extension activities help educators and caregivers reinforce positive behaviors at school or at home.

fl-best-behavior

We Find Feelings Clues Series

Ages 3–7

Strengthen children’s emotional literacy with engaging stories that help them recognize, name, and cope with feelings like sadness, loneliness, and disappointment. This book collection supports the Pyramid Model and integrates active learning prompts, visual emotion cues, and caregiver guidance that empowers children to understand and manage their emotions with confidence.

fl-feelings-clues

Professional Learning

PreK, VPK

Lay the foundation for lifelong learning with our early childhood and VPK professional development workshops and resources. Equip educators with developmentally appropriate strategies to build foundational skills through purposeful play, hands-on inquiry, and nurturing environments that support the whole child.

fl-ec-pd-1

Primary Sources: Florida Kit

Grade 4

Enhance social studies literacy by incorporating engaging primary sources into the classroom!

This all-inclusive kit is packed with captivating primary source documents and genuine artifacts from Florida's vibrant history. Students will participate in insightful discussions as they explore firsthand narratives of Florida's past, gaining a deeper understanding of historical events.

fl-primary-source

State of Florida 8-Book Set

Grade 4

Delve into the rich history of the Sunshine State with these primary source readers dedicated to Florida's state history.

Incorporating primary sources such as maps, documents, letters, and images, these engaging texts will enhance literacy skills and deepen understanding in history, geography, and other social studies disciplines.

fl-state-book-set

People of Florida 8-Book Set

Grade 4

Inspire students to explore Florida's history through primary source readers!

This captivating collection highlights notable Floridians who have made impactful contributions to the state's history. By incorporating primary sources, these texts enhance literacy skills and deepen understanding in history, geography, and other social studies disciplines.

fl-people-book-set

6-packs with Lesson Plans

Bring history to life with these high-interest books!

Engage students in learning the history of Florida, from the exploration of Florida, to the Civil War and Reconstruction, to modern Florida. These 6-packs with comprehensive lesson plans transform words on a page into an intimate glimpse into the past with primary sources.

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Series

Summer Scholars

Grades 1–8

Designed specifically for summer learning, our Summer Scholars series features ready-to-implement lessons and activities that focus on key standards for language arts or mathematics.
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Language Power, 2nd Edition

Grades K–8

Built upon engaging, level-suitable text collections and supported by comprehensive instruction across the four language domains, Language Power, 2nd Edition enhances students' proficiency in English.
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iCivics Readers

Grades K–5

Our collaboration with civics expert iCivics presents a top-notch literacy and civic resource that is approved by FLDOE under the Civic Literacy Excellence Initiative.
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Math Resources

Grades K–6

Teach math using real-world examples, patterns, and structure with clear lesson plans. Encourage students to discuss mathematical thinking and engage in collaborative activities for meaningful learning.
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Resources

ELA Resources

Support for Florida's FAST Benchmarks and progress monitoring of key BEST standards.

Prepare students to meet FAST morphology, reading, and writing benchmarks with proven resources that contain instructional strategies based on continuous research and evidence-based effectiveness.
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UFLI-aligned Resources

Focused Phonics Decodable Books aligned to UFLI Foundations

Created for beginning readers, explore the benefits of these all new decodable texts and learn how they support teachers and students in science-based reading instruction.
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