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I make Physics Curriculum and Activities that support students with a wide range of mathematics & language skills. I have taught Physics for over 15 years in Texas, Chicago, and Germany. This included Conceptual Physics, Honors, Pre-AP AP, IB, and Abitur Physik.
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Physics End of Year Reflection Discussion Task Cards - Physics Last Day Activity
This last day of physics activity is great for the last fews days of physics before summer break or after your physics final exam to help students reflect on their learning. These 20 physics reflection task cards will help your students engage in discussion about how they best learn physics, what the learned this year, and more. Each task card features a cute summer-themed graphic for extra fun! This activity can be adjusted to fit the amount of time you have. Reflection questions can be pl
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Physics Activities GROWING Bundle for High School
Wave Speed Frequency Period and Wavelength Task Cards - Physics Wave Activity
Make properties of waves more fun with these wave task cards! This low-prep physics activity was designed to help students confidently calculate the s peed of a wave, period of a wave, frequency of a wave, and wavelength. This is a fun alternative to a physics wave practice problems pdf worksheet. Your students will need to know the formulas for wave velocity, wavelength, period, and frequency. Additionally, they will need to be able to use scientific notation (or enter it in a calculator) a
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.8.A
, SCIENCE.PHY.8.C
Coulomb’s Law Activity Task Cards - Physics Electrostatics Resource
Make your Coulomb's Law lesson more fun with these task cards. Students will calculate the electrostatic force between two point charges, the distance between two point charges, and the charge of a point charge as well as answer a few conceptual questions at the beginning. All problems feature two point charges in one dimension. This electrostatics activity can be used in your physics classroom in a variety of ways including: stations, speed dating, partner work, and more! Task cards allow f
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.6.A
Conservation of Momentum Activity Task Cards - Momentum Unit
Make conservation of momentum more exciting with these problem solving task cards! Use these no-prep momentum task cards containing 20 word problems on conservation of momentum. Students will find the velocity, mass, and momentum of objects in different types of collisions and explosions. These problems are intended for an algebra-based physics course and deal with only linear conservation of momentum. The first four problems review the basics of finding momentum and the remaining 16 deal
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.7.D
, SCIENCE.PHY.7.E
Universal Gravitation Task Cards - No Prep Newton's Law of Gravitation Activity
Newton’s law of universal gravitation is fun to practice with these task cards! Students will calculate the force of gravity, the mass of an object, and the distance between two objects. You can differentiate this activity by only assigning a specific number of task cards, only odd task cards, or as many cards as they can get done in a certain time. These law of universal gravitation task cards are themed around different pastry weights on different planets for extra fun! My students often comp
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.5.H
Work Energy Theorem Task Cards - No Trig Version - No Prep Physics Activity
Practice the Work Kinetic Energy Theorem in your physics classroom with these Work-Energy Theorem Task Cards! Students will solve for work, change in kinetic energy, mass, velocity, force, and distance. You can differentiate this activity by only assigning a specific number of task cards, only odd task cards, or as many cards as they can get done in a certain time. These work and energy relation questions are fairy tale themed for extra fun! My students often complained of boring physics works
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.7.C
Work and Power Task Cards (No Trig) - Work and Power Activity Physics - No Prep
Practice calculating power and work with these cute task cards. Students will solve for power, work, height, time, mass and distance. You can differentiate this activity by only assigning a specific number of task cards, only odd task cards, or as many cards as they can get done in a certain time. These work and power questions are fitness & sports themed for extra fun! I have provided an answer key with my work shown. No trigonometry is required for this algebra based resource. ✩ WHAT STU
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.7.D
Physics End of Semester Reflection Task Cards - Christmas Physics Activity
This end of semester physics activity is great for the last day of physics before winter break or after your physics final exam to help students reflect on their learning. These 20 physics reflection task cards will help your students engage in discussion about how they best learn physics and set goals on what they should improve in the second semester. Each task card features a cute winter or holiday graphic for extra fun! This activity can be adjusted to fit the amount of time you have on
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Physics Christmas Activities & Physics Winter Holiday Resources Bundle
Momentum and Impulse Task Cards - Momentum Impulse Activity Physics - No Prep
Practice momentum, impulse, and the momentum-impulse theorem using this fun and engaging alternative to the traditional momentum and impulse pdf worksheet! Students will solve for momentum, impulse, change in momentum, force, time, and mass. You can differentiate this momentum and impulse activity by only assigning a specific number of task cards, only odd task cards, or as many cards as they can get done in a certain time.I have included my answer key with step-by-step work. Students do not
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.7.D
Impulse and Momentum Task Cards - Thanksgiving Physics Activity
Looking for a fun alternative to a momentum and impulse worksheet? This momentum and impulse activity will encourage your students to collaborate as they solve problems. I have included hint cards to provide scaffolding in your physics classroom. You can assign all the impulse and momentum theorem task cards or differentiate this momentum and impulse activity by only assigning a specific number of task cards, only odd task cards, or as many cards as they can get done in a certain time. These
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.7.D
Static & Kinetic Friction Task Cards - Physics Free Body Diagrams with Friction
Looking for a fun alternative to a PDF Physics Friction Problem Set? This static and kinetic friction activity will encourage your students to collaborate as they solve problems. You can assign all the task cards or differentiate this friction activity by only assigning a specific number of task cards, only odd task cards, or as many cards as they can get done in a certain time. These friction questions are organized from easiest to hardest to help differentiate this physics resource. I have
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.5.G
Vector Components & Resolution: Adding & Finding Force Vectors Components
Get your students ready for free-body diagrams by practicing adding vector components and breaking vectors down into their x & y components. Students will add vectors using the Pythagorean Theorem as well as break them down into components using sin and cos. There are 20 task cards to complete in order from easiest to most complex, as well as 4 blank task cards for students who finish early to create their own problem. An optional recording sheet and answer key with my step-by-step work is in
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
Free Fall & Acceleration Due to Gravity Task Cards - Free Fall Physics Activity
Build a deep conceptual understanding of free fall and algebraic problem solving skills using the free fall equations with this physics activity! These 20 task cards can be completed in any order as well as individually, in partners, or as a group. I find that breaking the class into groups of 2-3 students works best to help encourage conversations that break down common misconceptions about free fall motion. To differentiate for your students, you can ask students to pick 10 out of the 20
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
NGSS, TEKS
HS-PS2-1
, SCIENCE.PHY.5.B
, SCIENCE.PHY.5.D
Physics Halloween Activities GROWING Bundle - Halloween & Dia de los Muertos
Looking for fun and engaging physics activities for your classroom this Halloween season? This growing bundle contains different halloween physics resources to allow you to differentiate based on your students’ needs. Many of these activities are similar to other products in my store, but contain different questions for extra practice and are Halloween-themed. ✩ HOW DOES A GROWING BUNDLE WORK? ✩This is the GROWING BUNDLE of all my Halloween activities for high school. As I add more content,
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
Halloween Motion Graph Task Cards (Updated) - Physics Halloween Activity
Looking to practice displacement, velocity, and acceleration graphs in your physics class this Halloween? These hands-on motion graph task cards are a fun alternative to a motion graph problem set. Students will read position vs. time graphs, velocity vs. time graphs, and acceleration vs. time graphs. Task cards encourage students to talk through misconceptions and build a deeper understanding of kinematics. This is designed to be used during the 1D Kinematics Unit for Conceptual Physics an
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.5.B
Reading Motion Graphs Task Cards│No Prep HS Physics Interactive Activity
Looking to practice displacement, velocity, and acceleration graphs in your Physics classroom? These hands-on motion graph task cards are a fun alternative to a motion graph problem set. Students will read position vs. time graphs, velocity vs. time graphs, and acceleration vs. time graphs. Task cards encourage students to talk through misconceptions and build a deeper understanding of kinematics. This is designed to be used during the 1D Kinematics Unit. I have used this in both Conceptual
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
NGSS, TEKS
HS-PS2-1
, SCIENCE.PHY.5.A
Physics Task Card Bundle│No Prep Physics Activities│Fun Physics Resources
Want to make physics problem sets more fun and engaging for students than simply using physics worksheets? Try these no prep and self grading task cards with your physics students. ✩ HOW DOES A GROWING BUNDLE WORK? ✩This is the GROWING BUNDLE of all my Physics Task Cards for High School. As I add more content, the price of this bundle will increase. However, once you purchase the bundle, you will get free updates to download the additional materials at no extra cost. The earlier you buy -
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
Big 4 Kinematic Equations Task Cards│No Prep Physics Activity│1D Kinematics
These self-checking task cards are made to practice the Big 4 Kinematic Equations for accelerated motion in high school Physics. These questions are in 1-Dimension and do not include trigonometry. The llama theme will make these problems fun for your students! I have also included blank task cards so students can create one for the next class period. This is designed to be used during the 1D Kinematics Unit. I have used this in both Conceptual Physics and Pre AP Physics. The last four quest
9th - 12th
Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.5.B
Converting Units - Physics Dimensional Analysis Task Cards│Physics Activity
These self-checking task cards are make to practice dimensional analysis in high school Physics. Four levels are included to allow for differentiation in your classroom. The cute astronomy theme will make converting units fun for you and your students! I have also included blank task cards so students can create one for the next class period. This is designed to be used during the 1D Kinematics Unit before teaching uniform motion, but can also be used as a review. I have used this in both C
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: Converting Units Lesson & Activities - Physics Dimensional Analysis
Task Cards: Average Speed, Distance, & Time│No Prep Physics Activity
These printable task cards on Average Speed, Distance, and Time are a fun alternative to physics problem set. They contain 20 speed, distance, and time problems with answers. Task cards encourage students to collaborate with their partner, group, and class! I have included a blank recording sheet and a self-checking recording sheet with an answer bank. Only the last five questions require unit conversions. I have also included two cards on the difference between instantaneous speed and average
8th - 11th
Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.PHY.5.B
Also included in: Speed Distance and Time Bundle│Speed Lesson and Activities Bundle
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About the store
Experience
I make Physics Curriculum and Activities that support students with a wide range of mathematics & language skills. I have taught Physics for over 15 years in Texas, Chicago, and Germany. This included Conceptual Physics, Honors, Pre-AP AP, IB, and Abitur Physik.
Teaching style
I have spent most of my career teaching physics to students who need extra math or language support. I enjoy helping students who traditionally ''hate math'' learn to love it as a tool to understand the fascinating world around them. My goal is to make students feel they can solve any problem with enough time, patience, and good eraser.
I learned through formal trainings and practical application how to support students with significant gaps in math. In my classes, I found that a physics course can help many students catch up in math faster than in a traditional math course because they are more engaged in the real-world applications.
I have also taught physics to a large populations of English Language Learners in South Texas and to German Language Learners in Germany. I received formula training in both countries on language supports in science education. However, I think having to teach in my non-native language to German native-speakers was the biggest learning experience for me!
Awards & shining teacher moments
You know that moment, when you hook a student and they NEED to know why? And you can see the questions and wonder for the universe around them? That is the greatest honor/award! Bonus when the answer is ''Scientist don't know that yet, but please mention me in your Nobel acceptance speech if you figure it out.''
My own education history
Bachelors in Physics 2008, Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas
Masters in Secondary Teaching 2009, Trinity University, San Antonio, Texas
Additional biographical information
''If you want to build a ship, don't drum up people to collect wood and don't assign them tasks and work, but rather teach them to long for the endless immensity of the sea.'' -Antoine de Saint-Exupery
“Somewhere, something incredible is waiting to be known.” - Carl Sagan
“The highest forms of understanding we can achieve are laughter and human compassion.” - Richard P. Feynman
''I think physicists are the Peter Pans of the human race. They never grow up, and they keep their curiosity.'' - Isidor Isaac Rabi
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