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Newer textbooks seem to be only busy work or worksheets. Students have a hard time doing only worksheets. These readings are similar to classic textbook formatting with vocab, assessment, and built in hands on activities. These can be used as a reference or in class as full chapters. All text was referenced from older textbooks, but rewritten and updated to be modern in data and definitions. All text aligns to WV standards and other state standards. Check my shop for a bundle of this text, voc

This file contains all the science vocabulary words my classes use in 8th grade throughout the year. At the start of each section, students fill out notecards (for a grade) and then study them for the week. Then a week later when the reading is due, they take a vocab quiz on these terms. I do vocab quizzes for every sections except the last as it is on the chapter exam. Students have found these to be helpful in remembering terms, but also understanding concepts. In the past my students struggle

This file contains all the science vocabulary words my classes use in 7th grade throughout the year. At the start of each section, students fill out notecards (for a grade) and then study them for the week. Then a week later when the reading is due, they take a vocab quiz on these terms. I do vocab quizzes for every sections except the last as it is on the chapter exam. Students have found these to be helpful in remembering terms, but also understanding concepts. In the past my students struggl

This short reading is an excellent quick review over evidence of plate tectonic activity or a great way to work together to learn new information. (this is a shortened version of the longer reading that will be uploaded soon :) ) This is great for a class that needs information in smaller chunks After the reading we watch a video about the exploration of the bottom of the seafloor. Link can be provided just send me a message :)

This is a quick reading about space measurements and some other cool facts about space. Keep an eye out for some additional readings soon for our solar system crash course and other awesome things

explore the surprising geologic history of the Appalachian mountains