✨ Speaker • Trainer • Resource Creator

Big behavior skills, tiny humans, and one very bad puppet.

Hi, I'm Sally — a kindergarten teacher and early childhood trainer helping educators teach kindness, problem‑solving, and self‑control one awful decision at a time.

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Sally Sparks smiling with Billy Bully puppet in a colorful classroom

"Teachers actually remember this PD!" — Someone said maybe at some point... but we're 99% sure it was a real human.

Billy made another bad choice 🙃

What I Do

Real classrooms. Real kids. Real laughs.

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Keynote & Speaking

Conference-ready talks on early childhood behavior, SEL, and play-based learning that leave teachers energized.

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PD That Sticks

Half-day, full-day, or virtual PD packed with practical strategies you can use Monday morning.

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Classroom Resources

Billy Bully visuals, SEL posters, routines, and behavior supports — all teacher-tested.

🧠 See Sally in action: Watch her sing the Prefrontal Cortex song while wearing a brain hat! 🎬

Teachers laughing and engaging during Sally's PD training

Engaged Head Start teachers smiling during Sally's session

👀 The Room

This is what engaged PD actually looks like.

No glazed-over eyes. No phones under the table. Just teachers leaning in, laughing, and walking out with strategies they'll actually use Monday morning.

"Wait — I'm actually enjoying a PD?" — Overheard in the back row from a teacher who definitely exists

Wait, Actual Proof?

Quotes from 100% verified, actual humans

Unlike the other taglines on this website that were definitely not drafted by a puppet wearing a tiny business suit, these educators are completely real, highly licensed, and incredibly kind.

⭐ Highly Recommended

"Sally brings a wealth of classroom experience along with a whole lot of sparkle to engage educators through authentic classroom scenarios that strengthen classroom management and address challenging behaviors. She has a unique ability to connect with teachers in meaningful ways, making professional learning both practical and inspiring. You can’t go wrong with this combination—teachers love it!"

— Jackie Benner Jones

Director II, Head Start, Region 7 Education Service Center

Region 7 Approved! 🤝

🧠 Heart & Expertise

"Sally is the epitome of an early childhood educator. She brings a unique blend of energy, creativity, and expertise to her classroom, making learning both engaging and meaningful for her students. Unafraid to be silly, adventurous, and imaginative, she captures students’ attention and keeps them excited about learning while never losing sight of the critical foundational skills they need to succeed. What sets Sally apart most is her genuine love for every child who walks through her door. She sees the potential in each student and works tirelessly to help them grow, creating a classroom environment where children feel valued, supported, and eager to learn. Her passion for teaching and unwavering commitment to her students make her truly exceptional."

— Megan Ellis

ABA and Behavioral expert

Behavior Expert! 🧸

"Teaching kindness, problem‑solving, and self‑control one awful decision at a time."

— the Billy Bully promise

📸 Sally On Stage

From Head Start halls to parent nights to district PD.

A peek at the rooms Sally has shown up in — with brain hats, hula skirts, and a microphone.

Sally and children's music legend Jack Hartmann smiling together and holding paper puppet cutouts of each other — Jack Hartmann & Sally!
Early childhood legends unite with mini-me puppets! 🤩

Bring Sally to your school

Conferences, school districts, virtual PD — let's make your next training one teachers will actually talk about.

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