Are you an upper elementary or middle school teacher looking for resources and ideas that will save you time and get students excited about learning? Welcome to Vestal’s 21st Century Classroom!

I’m Meghan Vestal, a former upper elementary teacher with a passion for helping teachers and transforming classrooms with hands-on,
A few years ago, I was forced to leave the classroom after being diagnosed with a serious medical condition. At the time, I was completely bedridden and unable to walk. The one thing I could do was sit in bed and create digital resources for other teachers. At that time, I decided to make it my life’s purpose to help other teachers save time and find exciting ways to engage students.

Since then, Vestal’s 21st Century Classroom has grown to help thousands of upper elementary, middle school, and new teachers transform their classrooms with hands-on learning and digital resources that incorporate the twenty-first century skills students need to succeed! Teachers who have used my resources say they saved time planning and that their students were engaged.
In addition to developing upper elementary and middle school resources that I sell through my store, I also create curriculum, assessments, and textbooks for education companies such as Pearson, McGraw Hill, Interactive Achievement, and Amco. In 2020, I published my first nonfiction children’s book, Geology for Kids: A Junior Scientist’s Guide to Rocks, Minerals, and the Earth Beneath Our Feet. My second children’s book is scheduled to be released in 2021. One of my proudest moments as an educator was when curriculum I created was recognized by the U.S. Congress and First Lady Michelle Obama!
What Vestal’s 21st Century Classroom Offers
Vestal’s 21st Century Classroom helps teachers save time and engage students by:
- Providing teaching inspiration on my blog and YouTube channel. These posts provide time-saving tips, technology tutorials, and ways to make learning more engaging!
- Creating upper elementary and middle school teaching resources that are sold on my TPT store and my website store. These resources cover all subject areas. Resources are available in PDF and digital format.
- Founding the Virginia Teacher Club. The Virginia Teacher Club provides a library of SOL-aligned curriculum and resources for Virginia teachers. Access to the club is only open during back to school. If you are a Virginia teacher, be sure to join the waiting list so that you do not miss open enrollment!
- Sending monthly emails. These emails provide additional ideas and tips for teachers that you won’t find anywhere else!

Want to Save Time and Engage Students?
If you’re an upper elementary or middle school teacher looking to save time and get your students excited about learning, make sure to sign up for my newsletter! In addition to receiving great teaching ideas, resources, and freebies, you will also be able to download my free guide for using technology in the classroom.
Thanks for letting me be a part of your teaching journey!