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FEEDBACK
kbuzenski
This was a great way to organize info-Thanks!
May 17, 2013
mlhaase
This looks like it will be helpful.
May 7, 2013
Tammy Shamblin (TpT Seller)
I love using foldables in my classroom and this one is terrific!!
May 7, 2013
tahoetishas
Great resource
May 2, 2013
MSuarez23119
Interesting lab.
April 30, 2013
mar0130
I loved this-very user friendly!
April 29, 2013
2peasandadog (TpT Seller)
Thank you for this product. I have featured it on my blog.
http://2peasandadog.blogspot.ca/2013/04/wild-wednesday-freebies-linky-study.html
http://2peasandadog.blogspot.ca/2013/04/wild-wednesday-freebies-linky-study.html
April 24, 2013
florence togioka (TpT Seller)
the range of pictures alone is interesting, inqury discussions will be easy
April 21, 2013
schmidtcarley
thanks!
April 19, 2013
aveneziale
Thanks!
April 17, 2013
aveneziale
Thanks!
April 17, 2013
cwhiteford
Exactly what I was looking for
April 17, 2013
aageiger2340
I wish everything to use for this lab was more accessible! I would love to try the water erosion but we don't have a table to use for that. Maybe some other suggestions?
April 9, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
The materials to run it exactly as written are listed in the product description. Some suggestions to use instead of a stream table would a piece of gutter, a plastic tray (such as for potting plants), or even a plastic bin. A stream table is just really a long plastic tray, with a drain hole at one end. One endcan be put up onto books or blocks to create an incline. I have even seen people use aluminum turkey roasting pans. Here are a couple links with suggestions http://www.ehow.com/how_5117840_use-storage-box-water-table.html and http://www.sciencefriday.com/blogs/12/20/2010/stream-table.html?audience=2
April 9, 2013 
cconnor
Great resource!
April 5, 2013
cconnor
Great resource!
April 5, 2013
Kerri McDonald Schaub
Great resource for Tier 2 words!
April 3, 2013
shopper1995
"Stuff" is an unacceptable word in my classroom. I cringed to see it used TWICE in these handouts. If we expect our students to use specific details, we must model for them. I'm certified to teach grades 6-12, and I disagree with the classification of this document as a target for grades 7-10; perhaps, it's more appropriate for the early elementary years.
April 2, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
I have used this with good results with students grades 7-10 in my own teaching experience. Sorry it did not fit your needs. I chose to use the word "stuff" as a student friendly term/student language. I see your point and will consider changing it.
April 2, 2013
CMikhli
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April 1, 2013
florence togioka (TpT Seller)
yes, you know the struggles and challenges of the CCSS. thank you for your ideas
April 1, 2013
Paul Chandler (TpT Seller)
I will use this after the big testing period. It will be useful next year at the outset. No matter which subject I am teaching.
March 31, 2013
Texas-Sized Teaching (TpT Seller)
Excellent way for Reading teachers and other core subject teachers to collaborate.
March 31, 2013
ranchomaia
I like this! It's great for common core and higher-level academic reading.
March 31, 2013
Bag02341
Great to use with my ELLs? Thank you.
March 31, 2013
lidaree
This is user friendly for high school students and a great tool to share with pre-service teachers to include literacy in their content area.
March 31, 2013
kiwitutor
This will be very useful. Thank you
March 31, 2013
ashhatch
Great Game!
March 30, 2013
heather1128
great
March 26, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Excellent work Tara. I would add is a more thorough description in your product overview so the potential buyer can really get a feel for what they will be getting. The worksheet itself is very well done but I think it would be well used as a diagnostic assessment or review for a test in which case, I would include a set of terms at the bottom for the students to choose from.
March 21, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
These are great suggestions! Thanks! I will add those and maybe add one with a word bank and one without. :).
March 21, 2013
Gavin Middleton (TpT Seller)
I found your store through the TBTS. This assignment has very effective layout including graphics and fill-in diagram boxes. I am your newest follower!
March 12, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
Thanks so much for the feedback and following! Always good to hear :)
March 12, 2013
olaola
thx!
March 3, 2013
cboehlke
:)
March 1, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
Curious what feedback or suggestions you have, since your rating was rather low. I would like to improve this product. Thanks!
March 3, 2013
TheEngagedTeacher (TpT Seller)
Excellent resource for writing prompts. Great for practice inferring. THANKS!
February 23, 2013
tcolliton
Awesome! Thank you for sharing, the rubric is especially useful! My 7th grade class will be doing this activity based on a recent field trip to the aquarium.
February 19, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
That's a great idea! I used it with books but it would work well for that. Thanks for the feedback!
February 19, 2013
jharris12
Use it with my energy unit, my students enjoyed it
February 16, 2013
lwellman
Great assessment!
February 12, 2013
erikapaige
Great!
February 4, 2013
ismsscience
Great job! Really look forward to using this with our next unit.
Thank you
Thank you
February 4, 2013
smaynard
Using this tomorrow! Thanks
February 4, 2013
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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS:
angelina cruz (TpT Seller) re: Pop Can Cars - Potential and Kinetic Energy Lesson Plan
Hi Tara,
I bought your pop can car lesson plan on energy and I have a few questions/clarifications about it,
1. what are the two rubber bands on the can for?
2. the hook paper clip is only to pull the rubber band from the bottom of the can to the tab opening, right?
3. the pencil is for winding and the can car will be upright when you let go of it
Thanks,
Angelina
I bought your pop can car lesson plan on energy and I have a few questions/clarifications about it,
1. what are the two rubber bands on the can for?
2. the hook paper clip is only to pull the rubber band from the bottom of the can to the tab opening, right?
3. the pencil is for winding and the can car will be upright when you let go of it
Thanks,
Angelina
April 28, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
Hi Angelina,
Thanks for your purchase. The two rubber bands are just to create some friction so it moves and doesn't just spin in place. Kids can try it without if you want.
Yes, the hook paper clip is just for pulling the rubber band through.
The pencil is for winding. I'm not sure what you mean that it will be upright.
Here is an idea. See if this video helps you visualize. It's similar.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaI3c11Wujc&sns=em
Feel free to contact me with any other questions.
Thanks.
Thanks for your purchase. The two rubber bands are just to create some friction so it moves and doesn't just spin in place. Kids can try it without if you want.
Yes, the hook paper clip is just for pulling the rubber band through.
The pencil is for winding. I'm not sure what you mean that it will be upright.
Here is an idea. See if this video helps you visualize. It's similar.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaI3c11Wujc&sns=em
Feel free to contact me with any other questions.
Thanks.
April 29, 2013
Bianca Millard (TpT Seller)
Hi Tara,
This is what I have to teach next term.
• recognising the differences between pure substances and mixtures and identifying examples of each
• identifying the solvent and solute in solutions
• investigating and using a range of physical separation techniques such as filtration, decantation, evaporation, crystallisation, chromatography and distillation
• exploring and comparing separation methods used in the home
I am an Australian teacher, so our curriculum is slightly different t yours. Im assuming you're American?
Thank you for your interest
This is what I have to teach next term.
• recognising the differences between pure substances and mixtures and identifying examples of each
• identifying the solvent and solute in solutions
• investigating and using a range of physical separation techniques such as filtration, decantation, evaporation, crystallisation, chromatography and distillation
• exploring and comparing separation methods used in the home
I am an Australian teacher, so our curriculum is slightly different t yours. Im assuming you're American?
Thank you for your interest
March 23, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
It's actually pretty similar to the unit that I just finished. I was just about to go to bed. I will get back to you tomorrow with a more complete answer to some resources and what I have to offer. Thanks!!
March 23, 2013
Bianca Millard (TpT Seller) re: Chromatography Inquiry Lesson Plan
Hi Tara,
I am interested in your Chromatography lesson. I see that you say it is part of a unit of compounds and mixtures. Where do I find that?
I am interested in your Chromatography lesson. I see that you say it is part of a unit of compounds and mixtures. Where do I find that?
March 22, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
Hi. I haven't finished the whole unit yet, but that's where it fits in the curriculum. Are there certain topics /lessons/standards you are looking for? I'll make sure to get them finished. They are almost finished but just need a little polishing to be listed :).
March 22, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Replying on the thread is the best way yes. Sorry for repeating the invite, I had some submission issues and thought they hadn't gone through.
Devon - EducationRUs
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
No problem. I figured it was something like that. I also had a question where you asked me to email you. It showed on my phone in the app, but not on the computer. Not sure why. I did email you though. :).
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller) re: Nervous and Endocrine Systems Organizer
I pinned your assignment to my High School Science and Mathematics Teachers Board and am your newest follower. Keep up the great work.
March 21, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
Thank you very much for the pin an follow an the positive feedback!!!
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller) re: Circulatory System Foldable
Tara would you like to join our Pinterest Board? It's for High School Science and Math Teachers.
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=193206#p193206
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/forum/viewtopic.php?pid=193206#p193206
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
EducationRUs (TpT Seller)
Tara I've looked over your products and they are excellent. I would like to ask you a few questions. Please email me at: devon.ferguson@peelsb.com
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
Thanks.
Devon - EducationRUs
March 21, 2013
ladonnamangum re: AP Environmental Science Syllabus
Will I be able to use this syllabus for the AP Audit or will it be consider plagiarized?
March 20, 2013
Tara L (TpT Seller)
I am not sure I would use it directly but I would certainly use something very similar. I you need it I could send it to you in an editable format after your purchase.
March 20, 2013
Biology Roots (TpT Seller)
Hi Tara,
Can you add me to your blog list on your "Science in the City Blog?" I'd like to add your blog to mine, if I have your permission, I'm trying to find a wordpress plug-in in order to do that. I think I make a custom one for now, though it won't look very pretty! My email address is vanessarjason@gmail.com and my blog address is www.biology-roots.com. I'm trying to collaborate blogs with folks and I've run into you a few times on here so I'd figure you'd be the first I ask! :-)
Can you add me to your blog list on your "Science in the City Blog?" I'd like to add your blog to mine, if I have your permission, I'm trying to find a wordpress plug-in in order to do that. I think I make a custom one for now, though it won't look very pretty! My email address is vanessarjason@gmail.com and my blog address is www.biology-roots.com. I'm trying to collaborate blogs with folks and I've run into you a few times on here so I'd figure you'd be the first I ask! :-)
December 23, 2012
Tara L (TpT Seller)
Hi, Yes, I can definitely add you. I actually just did it. I keep crossing paths with you too. I used your thanksgiving activity (a big success), and Christmas activity before breaks! (ok - a bit long and difficult for my kids, but probably great for high school). Thanks for asking.
my email is taraspitzer@gmail.com if you need it for anything. You can definitely add my blog to yours.
my email is taraspitzer@gmail.com if you need it for anything. You can definitely add my blog to yours.
December 23, 2012
Richak02
I can't open file. When I attempt to download zip program I get an error message. Help
December 3, 2012
Tara L (TpT Seller)
Sorry for the trouble that you are having. Can you tell me which file you are having trouble with, and also how you are trying to open it and what error message you are getting? If you would rather directly email me, feel free.
December 3, 2012
Classroom Compulsion (TpT Seller)
Hey! I haven't heard back from you about your contribution to my giveaway. Maybe it's in your junk folder? Could you please email me at rrboudin@gmail.com? Thanks!
November 25, 2012
Tara L (TpT Seller)
I can't find any email abougt it. I double checked this morning. So sorry. I will write you an email now with my contact information. Maybe you could re-send it?
November 26, 2012
Melonheadz (TpT Seller) re: Superhero Clip Art
Hi Tara:)
My name is Nikki, and I'm the owner of melonheadz. It's been brought to my attention that you're selling some of my clip art as clip art. I would really appreciate it if you'd remove this from your shop. Accidents happen:) I would hate for you to get in trouble for a copyright violation. Thanks so much!
Nikki
My name is Nikki, and I'm the owner of melonheadz. It's been brought to my attention that you're selling some of my clip art as clip art. I would really appreciate it if you'd remove this from your shop. Accidents happen:) I would hate for you to get in trouble for a copyright violation. Thanks so much!
Nikki
September 23, 2012
Tara L (TpT Seller)
Nikki,
I'm very sorry for the misunderstanding. I did change it somewhat, and I did reference where it came from. Also, there are several others in here as well. I didn't realize that it was a problem in that case, since I got it free from your blog/website and referenced it. Anyway, I am removing it now.
I'm very sorry for the misunderstanding. I did change it somewhat, and I did reference where it came from. Also, there are several others in here as well. I didn't realize that it was a problem in that case, since I got it free from your blog/website and referenced it. Anyway, I am removing it now.
September 23, 2012
Scipi (TpT Seller) re: Static Electricity Lab
I saw your store on the home page of Teachers Pay Teachers; so, I thought I would look at your freebie. I left you a rating. Well done! Since you are new to TPT, here are a few suggestions that might help you to better market your products.
Add a cover page for each of your products which can then be used as an attractive thumbnail to entice buyers, even for one page resources. You might also add a second page which is a directions or suggestions page for the teacher. (How do use this? How do you grade it? Etc.) List several ways you use this product in your classroom. Never assume that a buyer knows how, why, or when to use your product.
Use the footer to put the copyright symbol, your name and date of creation on EVERY page. Items, especially free ones, have been "stolen" from TPT and posted on other sites to be sold. You have to protect all of your creations. Also number your pages. Finally, unless you want your products revised (I do for my tests) save everything in a PDF format as it is harder to change.
It is important that we see what others are doing; so, feel free to look at any or all of my freebies listed below to gather some ideas. If you care to, a rating or any feedback you might have would be great.
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Number-Tiles-FREE-Problem-Solving-Math-Activities-for-Grades-5-8
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Dots-Fun-for-Everyone-FREE-Activities-Game-that-Uses-Dominoes
I am your very first follower, and if you would like, you are welcome to follow my store as well: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/SciPi/Products
The best of luck as you sell on TPT!
Add a cover page for each of your products which can then be used as an attractive thumbnail to entice buyers, even for one page resources. You might also add a second page which is a directions or suggestions page for the teacher. (How do use this? How do you grade it? Etc.) List several ways you use this product in your classroom. Never assume that a buyer knows how, why, or when to use your product.
Use the footer to put the copyright symbol, your name and date of creation on EVERY page. Items, especially free ones, have been "stolen" from TPT and posted on other sites to be sold. You have to protect all of your creations. Also number your pages. Finally, unless you want your products revised (I do for my tests) save everything in a PDF format as it is harder to change.
It is important that we see what others are doing; so, feel free to look at any or all of my freebies listed below to gather some ideas. If you care to, a rating or any feedback you might have would be great.
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Number-Tiles-FREE-Problem-Solving-Math-Activities-for-Grades-5-8
http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/Dots-Fun-for-Everyone-FREE-Activities-Game-that-Uses-Dominoes
I am your very first follower, and if you would like, you are welcome to follow my store as well: http://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/SciPi/Products
The best of luck as you sell on TPT!
July 5, 2012
Tara L (TpT Seller)
Sorry, I just saw this feedback. Thank you so much for the suggestions. I will need to go back and make some edits, as well as change some things going forward. These are great suggestions!
July 20, 2012
TEACHING EXPERIENCE
I have been teaching Earth Science, AP Environmental Science, and Middle School Science for 7 years in an urban public school. I have also taught and introductory Geology course at a local college. Prior to that, I taught in a special ed (Asperger's and Day Treatment setting).
MY TEACHING STYLE
Very student-centered, activity based--hands-on and minds-on! I believe that students need to be engaged with lessons that are focused on standards and objectives.
HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT
NSTA New Teacher Fellowship Outstanding Student Teaching Award during Master's program.
MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY
MS in Adolescence Education, 2006, University of Rochester. NYS Certification in Biology, Earth Science, Middle School Science, Special Education. TESOL Certification in process. MS in Geology 2001, University at Buffalo BS in Environmental Science, William Smith College
ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION
I have 2 small children of my own. I appreciate that people want to find quality resources and save themselves the time. I have worked hard to develop materials I believe in. My materials are effective with a very difficult population (I have worked mostly in urban settings, and some special ed settings). If they are effective there, I believe they will be effective for your as well.
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