Barbara J
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Cary, North Carolina, United States
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I have taught 12 years in Wake County School System, Raleigh, North Carolina, teaching 4th and 5th grade in elementary school and 6th grade math and science.
In 2005, I earned my National Board Certification for K-6.
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Making Inferences - Observation vs Inference
Students use science processing skills to make inferences based on written scenarios and pictures, learn the difference between observation and inference, and understand how observation and inference help us make predictions about the future.
National Science Education Standard: A
Appropriate for grades 4, 5, 6
4th - 6th
Basic Principles
Sweet Observations - Qualitative vs. Quantitative Observation
Students use science processing skills to make qualitative observations about a piece of candy using their five senses. They will then record their response to the sound, smell, feel, taste, and appearance as they explore their candy.
National Science Education Content Standards: A & B
Appropriate for Grades 3-6
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, Creative Writing
Word Problems - Solve Them With 7 Simple Strategies
Forty-two colorful, real-life word problems that can be solved using one of seven basic strategies: Guess & Check, Make a List, Make a Drawing or Diagram, Work Backwards, Use or Make a Table, Use Logic, and Look for a Pattern. These strategies will give students added skills when attacking word problems in the future. They are great for overheads or working in groups!
You can find separate lesson plans for each strategy on this website, but this includes them all.
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Other (Math)
Problem Solving Strategies - Guess and Check
Six colorful and appealing word problems that are best solved by using the Guess and Check Strategy. Lesson includes solutions and steps students would use to reach those solutions. Great for overheads and working in groups!
4th - 6th
Other (Math)
Equation Bingo - Level 1
A bingo game during which students compute simple one-step equations in order to see if the answer is on their bingo card. A great way to practice one-variable algebraic equations. It includes 30 different "bingo" cards with answers on them and 48 small "caller" cards that are used to call out simple equations. Also included is a blank "bingo" card in case you would like to make your own. I recommend laminating all of the cards so that they can be used over and over again.
5th - 6th
Algebra
Ecosystem Projects
Students will choose a project from each of three different categories relating to ecosystems. Category one requires that students “Demonstrate and Describe”; category two requires that students “Create and Apply”; category three requires that students “Extend and Explore”. This assignment allows students to choose projects and/or reports that are interesting to them to accommodate different learning styles.
National Science Education Standards: C, F & G
4th - 6th
Earth Sciences, Environment
Improper Fraction to Mixed Number BINGO!
A bingo game in which students must convert improper fractions into mixed numbers in order to see if they have that mixed number
on their bingo card. The lesson contains 30 different bingo cards with mixed numbers and 45 “calling cards” with improper fractions that can be laminated and used over and over.
Common Core Standard: Math.Content.4.NF.B.3c
Appropriate for Grade 4 and review for Grades 5 & 6
4th - 6th
Fractions
Baseball Stats (Finding range, mean, median, and mode)
Using statistics from the 2012 World Series Champions, the San Francisco Giants, students calculate range, mean, median, and mode.
Common Core Standards:
4.MD.B; 5.ND.B; 6.SP.A; 6.SP.B
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Basic Operations
What is in this Soil?
In this activity, students compare the composition of three different samples of soil that they have collected. In the lab, they will place each sample into a test tube, add water, shake, allow the components to settle for 24 hour, and then draw and analyze them. Included in the teacher instruction sheet are a list of materials, vocabulary, procedure, introductory and follow-up questions, and ideas for extension. Lesson also includes student instruction sheets, printable laboratory worksheets,
3rd - 6th
Physical Science
Build a Helicopter and Discover the Principles of Flight
Students build their own helicopters and explore the science behind their ability to move up, down, sideways, or to hover in place. Students will learn about the Bernoulli Principle and how it assists the helicopter with its movement. Lesson includes step-by-step instructions and diagrams.
National Science Educational Standards: A,E,G
4th - 6th
Basic Principles, Physics
Surface Area and Volume Challenge
Students will learn how to construct irregularly-shaped 3-dimensional
figures with unifix cubes and then calculate the surface area and volume of those figures. Great for centers!
Common Core Standards: Math.Content.6.G.A.4
Math.Content.7.G.B.6
5th - 7th
Geometry
Investing in the Stock Market
Students will learn about the Stock Market by investing “mock” money and monitoring the ups and downs of their investment. They will identify the stocks by their symbol and learn how to interpret daily stock market reports in the newspaper. In addition, they will create line graphs to display their stocks’ progress.
Common Core Standards: 5.MD.2 & 5.G.1&.2; 6.SP.1-.5 & 7.SP.B.1-.4
5th - 7th
Applied Math
The State Fair - Finding Mean, Mode, Median, and Range
Students will read and interpret tables having to do with happenings at the state fair. The will compute mean, mode, median, and range based on the facts in those tables.
Common Core Standards: 4.MD.B; 5.ND.B; 6.SP.A; 6.SP.B
4th - 6th
Applied Math, Statistics
Perimeter, Area, Volume of Irregularly-Shaped Figures - Common Core
Students use centimeter cubes to help them find the perimeter, area, and volume of irregularly-shaped figures. They also find the area by dividing figures into rectangles and adding areas together. This is good to use as a center or whole-class activity.
Common Core Standards: 4.MD.3; 5.MD.3,4,5; 6.G.2
4th - 6th
Measurement
Mixed Number to Improper Fraction BINGO!
A bingo game in which students must convert mixed numbers into improper fractions in order to see if they have that improper fraction on their bingo card. The lesson contains 30 different bingo cards with improper fractions and 45 “calling cards” with mixed numbers. Also includes a blank bingo card in case you would like to copy and make your own cards. Great for laminating and using over and over.
Common Core Standard: Math.Content.4.NF.B.3c
Appropriate for 4th Grade or review for 5th and
4th - 6th
Fractions
Identifying Variables in Scientific Experiments
Students will understand what variables are and how to identify them in a scientific investigation.
National Science Education Standard A - Science as Inquiry
Appropriate for grades 4-6
4th - 6th
General Science
Bubbles Up! A Look at the Bernoulli Principle
A hands-on activity in which students experiment with finding the best method for keeping bubbles aloft and controlling their movement without touching them with their hands or other objects. In doing so, they will develop an understanding of the Bernoulli Principle.
5th - 8th
Basic Principles
Making a Miniature Greenhouse
Students will build a greenhouse in the shape of a regular tetrahedron and will understand the advantages of a greenhouse in starting and raising plants. The greenhouses can then be used for several different experiments.
National Science Education Standards: A, B, F & G
3rd - 6th
Biology, Geometry
Fraction Bingo - Common Core
A fraction game that requires students to add, subtract, multiply, divide, and simplify fractions in order to determine if their bingo card contains the correct answer. Includes 20 different bingo cards and 41 calling cards on which are a variety of fraction problems (with answers). Students must work out the problems and then reduce that answer to its simplest form. This is good to play in pairs so that partners can help each other. Meets Common Core Standards.
5th - 7th
Fractions
Line 'em Up Game - Ordering Fractions & Decimals
Students are dealt five cards that contain either fractions or decimals and place them face up from left to right in the order in which they were dealt. They continue to draw cards one at a time and replace their cards as needed until the first player has five cards in order from least to greatest.
Great for centers too!
Common Core Standards: Math.Content.4.NF.A.2 & 5.NBT.A.3
5th - 7th
Decimals, Fractions
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About the store
Experience
I have taught 12 years in Wake County School System, Raleigh, North Carolina, teaching 4th and 5th grade in elementary school and 6th grade math and science.
In 2005, I earned my National Board Certification for K-6.
Teaching style
I prefer to create my own lesson plans, using real-life, hands-on activities when possible. I have tons of experience in curriculum mapping, differentiation, and accommodations for varied learning styles and special needs.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I have been nominated for teacher-of-the-year for 11 of my 12 years teaching..
My own education history
I went back to school in mid-life to become a teacher. I feel fortunate to have attended California State University in Dominguez Hills, California. CSUDH began as a college for training teachers for the Los Angeles School System, so the curriculum was specifically designed to give teachers a broad education across all subjects in addition to regular teacher instruction classes, incorporating the latest pedagogy and methods. I graduated Summa Cum Laude and was awarded the Outstanding Achievement Award for my graduating class. In 2005 I earned my National Board Certification.
Additional biographical information
For two years, I wrote and reviewed questions developed at North Carolina State University that were to be used for standardized test questions throughout the state, meeting state curriculum goals and objectives..
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