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Welcome to the Skye World Science - I've taught grades 9-12 in Texas public high schools for 29 years - Subjects taught include physical science (IPC), biology, PreAP biology, AP biology, aquatic science, anatomy & physiology, health, chemistry, and physics
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Preview of Lab Activity - DNA Structure and Replication

Lab Activity - DNA Structure and Replication

This lab activity will prepare your 9th and 10th grade biology students to walk through the steps of DNA replication by constructing a model. Students will also analyze each DNA nucleotide to identify and describe the 3 parts found on adenine, cytosine, guanine, and thymine. The resulting DNA model pieces can be glued together to make a classroom or hallway display along the ceiling. Important InformationAnswer key includedRecommended for 9th and 10th grade biology How It WorksStudents will
Preview of Christmas Science Lab Activity - Build a Snowman Using Protein Synthesis

Christmas Science Lab Activity - Build a Snowman Using Protein Synthesis

In this activity, students will learn to go through the steps of transcription and translation to find six characteristics for their snowman. After completing this activity, 9th and 10th grade science and biology students will be able to match DNA to mRNA codons and then decode these chains of amino acids into a polypeptide representing traits. This is a wonderful hands on activity to use during the crazy days leading up to your winter Christmas break. A PowerPoint presentation is included to
Preview of Punnett Squares for Dihybrid Crosses Worksheet

Punnett Squares for Dihybrid Crosses Worksheet

In this activity, students will learn to set up and solve dihybrid Punnett squares for classical genetics problems. After completing this activity, 7th grade science and biology students will be able to calculate possible ratios for the genotypes and phenotypes produced in each two trait problem about inheritance. Important InformationDigital Easel version compatible with Google Classroom Answer keys includedIncludes activities recommended for 7th grade science and biology classes TEKS Covere
Preview of Ohm's Law Problems Worksheet - Calculate Current, Resistance, and Voltage

Ohm's Law Problems Worksheet - Calculate Current, Resistance, and Voltage

This worksheet will prepare students to solve Ohm's Law problems for resistance, current, and voltage. Teach your students to show their work step by step with columns for formula, work, and answer with units as well as setting up word problems with ease. By completing this activity, 9th and 10th grade physical science students will learn how to calculate Ohm's Law problems by showing their work and using the units Ohms, volts, and amperes and build their confidence solving problems. Importa
Preview of Properties of Waves Worksheet - PDF and Digital Versions

Properties of Waves Worksheet - PDF and Digital Versions

This worksheet will prepare students to compare and identify the characteristics and interactions of waves. By completing this activity, 9th and 10th grade physical science students will learn how to differentiate wave type including longitudinal and transverse, wave parts including crests, troughs, compressions, rarefactions, and wavelength, and wave interactions including diffraction, reflection, refraction, and interference. Online version also included for distance learning and in class ass
Preview of ABO Blood Typing with Punnett Squares Worksheet with digital Easel version

ABO Blood Typing with Punnett Squares Worksheet with digital Easel version

This worksheet will prepare students to solve codominance inheritance problems using ABO blood types. By completing this classical genetics activity, biology students will learn how to set up a Punnett square using alleles to solve for the genotypes and phenotypes of several crosses. Important Informationdigital Easel version included for online useAnswer key includedRecommended for high school biology students and as a review for AP biology classesHow it WorksStudents will fill in blank Punn
Preview of Thanksgiving Science Activity Using Punnett Squares to Build a Turkey

Thanksgiving Science Activity Using Punnett Squares to Build a Turkey

In this activity, students will learn to set up and solve a monohybrid Punnett square for classical genetics problems to find the colors of eight tail feathers for their turkey. After completing this activity, 7th grade science and biology students will be able to calculate the genotypes and phenotypes produced in each single trait problem about inheritance. Important InformationAnswer keys includedRecommended for 7th grade science and biology classes TEKS Covered7.14A 7.14B B.6F NGSS S
Preview of Card Sort Activity - Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration Formulas -Digital PDF

Card Sort Activity - Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration Formulas -Digital PDF

This card sort on photosynthesis and cellular respiration formulas will prepare your 7th grade science and 9th and 10th grade biology students to compare and identify the chemical reaction reactants and products by name, molecular formula, and number. Includes adenosine triphosphate (ATP), glucose, and carbon dioxide. Digital, online version included for distance learning. Important Informationincludes Easel digital version that is Google Classroom compatible Answer key and student chart fo
Preview of Work and Power Problems Worksheet

Work and Power Problems Worksheet

By completing this activity, 9th and 10th grade physical science students will learn how to calculate work and power problems. Students will solve problems using the variables force, time, distance, and power. Metric units are used in every problem including Newtons, seconds, kilometers, and Watts. Teach students to show their work step by step with columns for formula, work, and answer with units. Important informationAnswer keys always includedNo need for calculators; perfect way to revie
Preview of Replication, Transcription, and Translation Worksheet

Replication, Transcription, and Translation Worksheet

This worksheet on molecular genetics will prepare your 10th grade science and biology students to walk through the steps of replication, transcription, translation, and protein synthesis. Students will practice pairing nucleic acids with nucleotides in DNA and RNA as well as codons and anticodons linked to specific amino acids. Important InformationAnswer key includedRecommended for 10th grade science, biology, and AP biology Click here for free download - Amino Acid Decoding Chart Worksheet
Preview of Physical Science Curriculum - IPC / Integrated Chemistry + Physics - High School

Physical Science Curriculum - IPC / Integrated Chemistry + Physics - High School

This growing bundle covers a year of curriculum for 9th and 10th grade Physical Science (IPC - integrated physics and chemistry) including the bundles of chemistry and physics activities listed below. All lessons are aligned to the TEKS (Texas Knowledge and Skills). Bundles include notes, worksheets, card sorts, task cards, Boom cards, hands on lab activities, mazes, crossword puzzles, reviews, and more. Please see each individual bundle below for more details. More topics will be added in futu
Preview of Wave Speed Problems Worksheet - Wave Speed, Frequency, + Distance calculations

Wave Speed Problems Worksheet - Wave Speed, Frequency, + Distance calculations

This worksheet will prepare students to solve wave speed calculations. By completing this activity, 8th, 9th, and 10th grade science and physical science students will learn how to calculate wave speed, frequency, and wavelength. Students solve problems using the variables velocity, frequency, and wavelength along with the metric units kilometer per hour, hertz, and meter. Important InformationDo not allow students to use calculators or they will finish this activity too quickly. This is an op
Preview of Bundle of Lessons - Molecular Genetics - DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis

Bundle of Lessons - Molecular Genetics - DNA, RNA, and Protein Synthesis

In this growing bundle of lessons on molecular genetics, students will learn the composition, structures, differences, and similarities between RNA and DNA. This bundle will also prepare biology students on the topics of DNA replication, transcription, translation, and protein synthesis. Vocabulary terms used include nucleic acid, nucleotide, nitrogenous base, cytosine, thymine, adenine, guanine, uracil, phosphate group, ribose sugar, deoxyribose sugar, deoxyribonucleic acid, ribonucleic acid,
Preview of Card Sort Activity - Mitosis vs Meiosis - PDF worksheets + Digital Easel Online

Card Sort Activity - Mitosis vs Meiosis - PDF worksheets + Digital Easel Online

This card sort on mitosis and meiosis will prepare your 9th and 10th grade biology students to compare and identify the differences and similarities in haploid and diploid chromosome numbers, cell structures, resulting cells, and the steps of each process (prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase). A digital Easel activity, cut & paste version, instructions, and interactive notebook chart are also included. Important Informationincludes digital Easel version online that is compatible with G
Preview of Bundle of Lessons - Motion - Speed, Acceleration, and Momentum

Bundle of Lessons - Motion - Speed, Acceleration, and Momentum

This bundle of lessons will prepare students to describe and calculate speed, velocity, acceleration, and momentum using worksheets, lab activities, a card sort, and review. 9th and 10th grade physical science students will solve problems using variables including distance, time, and mass. Other topics include frame of reference, motion, deceleration, and centripetal force. Important InformationDo not allow students to use calculators or they will finish these activities too quickly. This is a
Preview of Acceleration Problems Worksheet

Acceleration Problems Worksheet

This worksheet will prepare students to solve simple problems including acceleration and deceleration. By completing this activity, 9th grade physical science students will learn to calculate acceleration using variables including initial velocity, final velocity, and time. Important InformationDo not allow students to use calculators or they will finish these activities too quickly. This is an opportunity for them to apply their basic math skills.Answer keys includedRecommended for 9th grade
Preview of Replication, Transcription, and Translation Mini-Bundle - Activities + Worksheet

Replication, Transcription, and Translation Mini-Bundle - Activities + Worksheet

In this mini-bundle of lessons on molecular genetics, students will learn the composition and steps required in DNA synthesis. This bundle will also prepare biology students on the topics of transcription, translation, and protein synthesis. Important InformationAnswer keys includedIncludes activities recommended for 10th grade science, biology, and AP biology classes Click here for free download - Amino Acid Decoding Chart Worksheet Included in this bundle – click on each to see detailsLa
Preview of Kinetic and Potential Energy Problems Worksheet

Kinetic and Potential Energy Problems Worksheet

This activity will prepare students to solve simple problems including kinetic and potential energy calculations. By completing this activity, 9th grade science students will learn to calculate K.E. and G.P.E. (gravitational potential energy) problems step by step with columns for formula, work and answer with units. Important InformationAnswer keys always includedNo calculators required - review basic math skills Recommended for Physical Science, IPC, General Science, and Conceptual Physics (
Preview of Animal and Plant Cell Structures & Functions - 4 Worksheet Activities + Easel

Animal and Plant Cell Structures & Functions - 4 Worksheet Activities + Easel

In this activity, students will learn the structures and functions of plant and animal cells. These 4 worksheets will also prepare 7th grade science and biology students to identify pictures and descriptions of cell organelles including the nucleus, cell wall, cell membrane, Golgi bodies, endoplasmic reticulum, mitochondria, chloroplasts, and more. Includes labeling, coloring, and matching activities! Great for homeschoolers, too. Important Informationincludes digital Easel version online that i
Preview of Bundle of Lessons - Waves - Notes, Card Sorts, Worksheets, Labs - Grade 9 + 10

Bundle of Lessons - Waves - Notes, Card Sorts, Worksheets, Labs - Grade 9 + 10

After completing the activities in this bundle, your 9th and 10th grade physical science students will be able to identify and describe longitudinal and transverse waves by properties including amplitude, wavelength, and frequency. Students will learn how to calculate wave speed problems using the variables velocity, frequency, and wavelength. Students will also compare 4 types of wave interaction including reflection, refraction, diffraction, and interference. Important Informationanswer keys
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Experience

Welcome to the Skye World Science - I've taught grades 9-12 in Texas public high schools for 29 years - Subjects taught include physical science (IPC), biology, PreAP biology, AP biology, aquatic science, anatomy & physiology, health, chemistry, and physics

Teaching style

- Emphasis on simplicity to build student confidence - No calculators - build on and practice math skills from the basics - Cooperative learning with hands-on activities

Awards & shining teacher moments

- Creator of teacher-designed products Magna-Atom and Magna-Cell through Science Kit; currently sold through Wards Science - Texas Textbook Committee for biology - Presented at CAST (Texas Science Teacher Convention) - Teacher of the Month at Smithville High School

My own education history

- Bachelor of Science in Biology and English from Houston Baptist University - Texas Teacher Certification in Science (Grades 7-12) and English (Grades 7-12)