I am currently entering my thirteenth year of teaching. I currently teach CP Biology at two different levels. I enjoy creating resources and working with my students.
Full-year High School Biology curriculum aligned to NGSS. This no-prep bundle includes labs, activities such as reading guides and task cards and exams for CP and Honors. Perfect for a 1:1 digital classroom! Equip your classroom with a comprehensive, engaging, and classroom-tested suite of biology resources designed to make complex concepts click for every student. This bundle is meticulously crafted to balance rigorous scientific standards with modern, relatable delivery, ensuring your student
Looking for a comprehensive Biology EOC Study Guide? This high-school resource covers the Chemistry of Life, Cell Structure, Genetics, Evolution, and Ecology to ensure exam success. This was made with Ohio students in mind but can be used by most teachers. Product Description Prepare for your final exams with this all-in-one Biology Comprehensive Study Guide, designed specifically for EOC (End-of-Course) and state standards. This student-friendly resource features detailed diagrams, vocabul
This Genetics & Punnett Square Practice Bundle provides a comprehensive set of engaging resources to help your students master both Mendelian and Non-Mendelian genetics. From historical case studies to hands-on labs and seasonal practice, this bundle covers everything from basic dominant/recessive traits to complex dihybrid crosses and pedigrees What’s Included in This Bundle?1. Genetics Reading and Practice Worksheet (Introduction)The Science: An introductory reading on Gregor Mendel, "The Fat
Are you looking for a comprehensive, engaging, and classroom-tested way to introduce or review the Scientific Method? Look no further! This all-in-one resource bundle provides middle and high school science teachers with everything needed to help students master the foundational concepts of scientific inquiry, experimental design, and variables. From structured note-taking to a creative review worksheet, this packet is designed to turn abstract concepts into clear, digestible, and actionable sc
Engage your high school biology students with this comprehensive Lactase Persistence Case Study, a perfect resource for teaching human evolution, natural selection, and enzyme function. This multi-part activity explores the genetic "on switch" for lactase, connecting historical pastoralism to modern genetic traits through engaging reading passages and analysis questions. For Students: Why They Will Love It Relatable Storytelling: The case study begins with a narrative about a mother and daug
Product Title: Mitosis & Meiosis Comprehensive Bundle – Reading Guide, Onion Root Tip Lab, & Coloring ActivitiesBring the Cell Cycle to life with this all-in-one Mitosis and Meiosis Activity Bundle! This collection of high-quality resources is designed to take students from initial discovery to mastery. By combining detailed reading comprehension, hands-on visual identification, and a classic biology lab, this bundle ensures every type of learner—from the visual artist to the data-driven scienti
Keep your academic year organized and your goals within reach with this comprehensive student planning resource. Designed to help students stay on track, this set includes versatile tools for tracking daily tasks, weekly assignments, and long-term monthly goals. Product OverviewThis resource provides a complete organizational system for students, featuring: Monthly Planning & Goal Setting: Full-page monthly calendars from July through June, allowing students to map out their entire year at a gla
Enhance your high school biology curriculum with our Natural Selection and Genetic Drift Task Cards. This comprehensive set of activities includes 32 thought-provoking questions that stimulate critical thinking about evolution, ensuring your students grasp essential scientific concepts effectively. Whether you are introducing the "Father of Evolution" or diving deep into the nuances of genetic drift, these cards provide a variety of scenarios and questions to challenge every learner. What’s Inc
Introduce your students to the fundamental building blocks of biology and chemistry with this comprehensive Instructional Presentation and Guided Notes set. This resource simplifies complex atomic concepts, making it easy for students to understand how matter forms the basis of all living and non-living things. What’s Included?1. Engaging Instructional Presentation:This visually organized presentation guides students through the "Chemistry of Life" with clear definitions and diagrams. Matter &
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ These stations are a great introduction to DNA, transcription, replication, and translation. They help give students the information they need to understand the topic as introduction or supplementary after introduction by instructor. Station Topics:Station 1: History of DNA – Learn about Watson, Crick, Rosalind Franklin’s Photo 51, and Chargaff’s Rules.Station 2: DNA Structure – Explore nucleotides, nitrogenous bases (purines vs. pyrimidines), and the sugar-phosphate backbone.Station 3:
Engage your students in the fascinating world of evolution with the Evolution Natural Selection Worksheet. This comprehensive resource includes activities that cover key concepts like genetic drift, gene flow, and mutations, ensuring your students master natural selection through practical application. Master the Mechanisms of Evolution with this comprehensive worksheet! Covers Natural Selection, 4 Pillars, Genetic Drift, Gene Flow, & Mutations through engaging practice problems. Part 1: The Fou
Master Dihybrid Crosses with this Monster Genetics Punnett Square activity! Perfect for Biology FOIL method practice, this scaffolds complex inheritance and ratios in an engaging way. Why You’ll Love This Resource Engaging Monster Themes: Move beyond boring peas! Students will cross "Swamp Dwellers," "Fire-Breathers," and "The Abominable Snowman" to keep engagement high. Built-in Scaffolding: Each problem includes dedicated space for the FOIL method (First, Outside, Inside, Last) to ensure stude
Evolution and Natural Selection Bundle! Explore Evidence for Evolution and Mechanisms of Evolution with these NGSS-aligned Reading Comprehension Worksheets and Biology Activities. Looking for a comprehensive way to teach the complexities of evolutionary biology? This two-resource bundle is designed to simplify difficult concepts like Comparative Anatomy, Genetic Drift, and Natural Selection through engaging, literacy-based activities. Perfect for Middle School or High School Biology, these rea
Cellular Respiration Task Cards for Biology! Review ATP, Glycolysis, Krebs Cycle, and the ETC with this engaging science activity. Perfect for middle or high school cell energy units. Content and Key ConceptsThe cards test student knowledge on the primary stages and mechanics of cellular respiration: General Overview: Questions cover the word equation for respiration, its primary purpose, and the difference between aerobic and anaerobic processes (fermentation).The Three Stages: Students are ask
Master Mitosis & Meiosis! This comprehensive Reading Guide & Worksheet features detailed diagrams on all phases including interphase, prophase, metaphase, anaphase, telophase, and cytokinesis, comparison drawings, and critical thinking questions for biology students. Whether you are introducing the Cell Cycle for the first time or reviewing for a big exam, this guided reading takes students step-by-step through the most critical concepts in life science. What’s Included?The Cell Cycle & Interpha
Mastering the scientific method, independent variables, dependent variables, and control groups is the absolute foundation of any successful science classroom. Whether you are launching your first unit of the year or reviewing before high-stakes testing, this comprehensive, classroom-tested practice packet is designed to move students past simple memorization and into genuine, critical application. This multi-page resource provides a scaffolded approach to learning, transitioning seamlessly
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ In this resource students use sex-linked genetics to analyze genotypes and prove whether or not individuals are carriers for the hemophilia disorder. Students draw several pedigrees in order to prove how the trait is passed. This Hemophilia Royal Case Study is an engaging, multi-disciplinary biology resource designed to teach students the principles of sex-linked genetics through the lens of European history. By analyzing the lineage of Queen Victoria, students explore how a single spo
This Onion Cell Mitosis Slide Worksheet and Lab is a comprehensive, student-ready resource designed to move learners from basic identification to data-driven analysis. Students will identify phases of mitosis including: interphase, prophase, metaphase, anaphase, and cytokinesis in onion root tip cells. Whether you have a classroom full of high-powered microscopes or are looking for a high-quality "virtual" alternative, this packet has you covered. What’s Included in This Resource?This multi-pa
Bring evolutionary biology to life with the Sexual Selection Biology Reading Activity Guide, designed for students in grades 8 through 12. This engaging resource incorporates activities that deepen understanding of sexual selection and evolutionary change, making complex concepts accessible and relatable. Whether you are teaching a unit on evolution or looking for a meaningful supplemental activity, this guide helps students connect complex biological concepts to real-world examples like guppies
Looking for a rigorous, no-prep way to teach evolution and natural selection? This Modern Horse Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) activity transforms a classic evolutionary case study into a structured literacy exercise that hits both science and ELA standards. This resource guides students through the 55-million-year journey of the horse lineage—from the forest-dwelling Eohippus to the modern Equus. It is perfect for biology or middle school life science teachers looking to reinforce the
I am currently entering my thirteenth year of teaching. I currently teach CP Biology at two different levels. I enjoy creating resources and working with my students.
Awards & shining teacher moments
NSTA Presenter: Standards Based Grading in the Science Classroom 2018
Sr. Dorothy Stang Award, Archdiocese of Cincinnati 2022
NSTA Presenter: Literacy in the Science Classroom 2026
My own education history
Thomas More College (Biology)
Class of 2010
Xavier University (Secondary Education)
M.Ed. Class of 2013
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