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I’m a middle school science teacher with 5 years of classroom experience and a background in higher education ESL instruction. I hold a Bachelor of Science, an ESL Certification, and a Master’s in Curriculum & Instruction from Moravian University.
I create engaging, standards-aligned science lessons that are clear, sub-friendly, and designed to help all learners succeed.
Middle School Science Teacher
• 5 years teaching middle-level science
• Experienced in inquiry-based learning & literacy-embedded instruction
• Create scaffolded lessons for diverse learners
• Strong background in NGSS and PA standards
• Develop sub plans, hands-on labs, assessments, and literacy-based activities
Higher Education ESL Instructor
• Taught academic English to multilingual learners
• Designed curriculum focused on scaffolding & accessibility
• Specialized in clear, structured content for varying proficiency levels
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5-Day Emergency sub plans on Cells | Middle School Science|BONUS Lesson Included
Perfect for grades 5–8! Each lesson is built for a 50-minute class period and requires little to no prep, making it easy for teachers and engaging for students. What’s Inside: ✔ Cell Theory ✔ Organelles & Functions ✔ Cell Division ✔ How Cells Work Together ✔ 1 BONUS lesson for reinforcement or sub flexibility. Each Lesson Includes: ✅ 3+ paragraph readings for each day ✅ Warm-Up Hook Paragraphs with Open-Ended Questions ✅ Student Worksheets (Multiple Choice, Fill-in-the-Blank, Mat
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
2-week Emergency Sub Plans on Cells & Genetic Mutations + 2 BONUS lessons
Keep your classroom running smoothly — even when you can’t be there — with this fully developed 2-week emergency sub bundle covering Cells, DNA, Genetics, and Mutations. Each lesson includes a high-interest phenomenon warm-up, a structured 4–5 paragraph reading passage written at a middle-school level, and multiple activity types to keep students engaged and on-task. These lessons were designed specifically for unplanned absences, offering clear sub directions, minimal materials, and built-in
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-5
+2
Emergency Sub Plans: The Water Cycle Reading & Comprehension
Perfect for substitute teachers, emergency plans, or independent work days, this 60-minute, no-prep water cycle lesson is designed to keep students engaged and learning with minimal teacher support. The lesson includes a clear, age-appropriate reading passage that explains the stages of the water cycle, followed by a variety of interactive and comprehension-based activities. Students will complete multiple-choice, short-answer, diagram, and creative response questions that check understandi
5th - 8th
Earth Sciences, General Science, Science
NGSS
MS-ESS2-1
, MS-ESS2-4
5-day Emergency Sub Plans: Ecosystems & Human Impact | Middle School Science |
Lesson 1: What Is an Ecosystem?Objective: Students will define an ecosystem and describe how living (biotic) and nonliving (abiotic) components interact.Lesson 2: Energy Flow: Food Chains and Food WebsObjective: Students will explain how energy moves through ecosystems via food chains and webs and why energy pyramids matter.Lesson 3: Populations, Carrying Capacity & Limiting FactorsObjective: Students will describe population growth patterns, identify limiting factors, and explain carrying capac
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS2-5
+2
Also included in: 5-Week Emergency Lesson Plans - Middle School Life Science
6-Day Emergency sub plans | Genetics & Mutations | BONUS Warm-up/Exit Ticket |
Students will explore how DNA determines traits, predict heredity patterns, and discover how mutations lead to genetic disorders and drive evolution. Perfect for classroom or sub plans — this print-and-go resource requires no prep, keeps students engaged, and builds deep understanding of heredity and mutation concepts. ⭐ Includes: 6 NGSS-aligned lessons (DNA → Heredity → Mutations → Disorders → Evolution) Lesson 1: What Makes You… YOU? (Introduction to Genetics)Objective: Students will describe
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
, MS-LS4-4
+1
Exploring Moons of the Solar System _ A 5-Lesson Space Unit on Planetary Moons
Take your students on an exciting journey beyond Earth with this 5-lesson Moons of the Solar System unit! Designed for middle school science, this bundle helps students explore natural satellites, compare different moons, and understand how moons shape planets and life potential in our solar system. Each lesson includes phenomenon-based hooks, engaging student-friendly readings, critical thinking questions, creative activities, and complete answer keys, making this unit perfect for regula
5th - 8th
Astronomy, General Science
NGSS
MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS1-3
States of Matter | Science Sub Plans | Reading & Engaging Activities |
Engage your middle school students with this no-prep, standards-aligned States of Matter Science Lesson designed for independent or sub-led instruction. Perfect for in-class use, distance learning, or science centers, this comprehensive resource includes everything you need to teach solids, liquids, and gases in a fun, accessible way! What’s Included: Sub-Friendly Lesson Plan (1.5 hours of content) with clear directions for independent learning Student Reading Passage explaining states of ma
5th - 8th
General Science, Reading
CCSS, NGSS
RST.6-8.4
, MS-PS1-4
5-Day Emergency Plans: Earth & Space Science + BONUS Warm-up/Exit Ticket slides
✨ No-prep. Print-and-go. Truly sub-proof. ✨ Need reliable emergency sub plans that actually keep students engaged and learning? This 5-Day Earth & Space Science Emergency Sub Plan Unit is designed specifically for middle school and can be taught by any substitute—no science background required. 🧪 UNIT TOPICS COVERED:Day 1: Earth’s LayersDay 2: Weathering & ErosionDay 3: Natural Hazards (Earthquakes & Volcanoes)Day 4: The Rock CycleDay 5: Earth in Space (Rotation, Revolution, Gravity)📦 WHA
5th - 8th
Earth Sciences, General Science
NGSS
MS-ESS2-2
, MS-ESS1-2
, MS-ESS2-1
+1
4 Emergency Sub Plans- Middle School Science + BONUS lesson
Never be unprepared! This bundle includes 4 ready-to-go emergency life science lessons plus a bonus lesson, packed with engaging activities and reading materials. Perfect for sub plans or last-minute teaching, these lessons keep students learning and curious while you stay stress-free.
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
3-Day Emergency Sub Plans on cells/Middle School Science | BONUS Lesson Included
Perfect for grades 6–8, these plans are print-and-go and require no extra prep or lab materials. Substitutes can step in with confidence, and students stay engaged with meaningful work that reinforces core life science concepts. What’s Inside: ✅ 3 Complete Daily Lessons (30–50 minutes each) + BONUS LESSON!!! ✅ Student Reading Passages (3+ paragraphs each) ✅ Worksheets: Multiple Choice, Fill-in-the-Blank, Matching, and Open-Ended ✅ Teacher Answer Keys ✅ Exit Ticket Prompts ✅ Vocabulary Re
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-1
2-Day Life Science Emergency Plans: The Nervous System + BONUS worksheet
Engage your 7th graders with this 2-day, NGSS-aligned lesson all about how the brain, spinal cord, and nerves work together to control movement and reflexes. Students explore a real-world phenomenon — how the body reacts in milliseconds to danger — through readings, discussion questions, and a CER activity. Perfect for emergency sub plans, this print-and-go resource includes: Step-by-step sub instructions 2 reading passages with comprehension questions Multiple-choice, open-ended, and true/
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-3
, MS-LS1-8
Asexual & Sexual Reproduction – Amoeba Sisters Video (2 Versions + Answer Key)
(Based on the Amoeba Sisters YouTube Transcript) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fcGDUcGjcyk Bring clarity and engagement to your reproduction unit with this no-prep Amoeba Sisters video companion resource! This download includes two differentiated versions of a 20-question worksheet based on the Amoeba Sisters video “Asexual and Sexual Reproduction.” Perfect for middle school science, sub plans, homework, or stations. What’s Included:✔ Version 1: Standard 20-question worksheet ✔ Version
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-4
, MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
2-Day Emergency Sub Plans-Coral Bleaching and Climate Change | phenomenon based
Engage your students with this ready-to-use, 2-day lesson plan exploring the real-world phenomenon of coral bleaching. Perfect for sub plans, independent work, or classroom instruction, this resource includes: ✅ Day 1: Introduction to coral reefs, algae, and coral bleaching ✅ Day 2: Graphing & data analysis to track bleaching trends over time ✅ Student worksheets with open-ended, multiple choice, and true/false questions ✅ CER writing task to practice evidence-based reasoning ✅ Sub p
5th - 8th
General Science
NGSS
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-5
, MS-LS2-4
+1
Photosynthesis & Cellular Respiration Bundle _Reading+Worksheets No-Prep Science
Teach the complete energy cycle in living things with this money-saving bundle that includes both Modeling Photosynthesis AND Cellular Respiration lessons! This no-prep resource gives students a clear, connected understanding of how energy is stored and released in plants and animals—perfect for NGSS-aligned life science instruction. Each lesson includes a student-friendly reading passage, a 4-page engaging comprehension worksheet, and a full answer key, making this bundle ideal for in
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-7
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS1-6
Magic School Bus Science Bundle – 7 Episodes with Worksheets & Answer Keys
Make science exciting and accessible with this engaging 7-episode Magic School Bus bundle! Each resource includes a student-friendly worksheet with a mix of fill-in-the-blank, multiple choice, short answer, and critical thinking questions — all tied to NGSS middle school science standards. Perfect for sub plans, extension activities, or classroom reviews. What’s Included (7 Episodes): Gets Lost in Space (solar system & planets) Out of This World (asteroids, comets, meteors) Inside Ralphie (im
5th - 8th
General Science
Natural Disruptions & Grevy’s Zebras: Floods, Droughts & Wildfires Stations
Help your students make real-world connections between natural disasters and population change! This NGSS-aligned stations activity engages students in floods, droughts, and wildfires as they investigate how natural disruptions contribute to the decline of Grevy’s zebra populations in the African savanna. 🌍 What’s Included: ✔️ 3 Interactive Science Stations 🔥 Wildfires: ecosystem impacts & benefits 🌧️ Drought: resource loss, lion behavior & zebra migration 🌊 Floods: habitat disruption &
5th - 9th
General Science
NGSS
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
Investigating Asexual Reproduction- No-Prep Science Reading + Comprehension
Bring life science to life with this engaging, no-prep lesson on Asexual Reproduction Types! Perfect for grades 5–8, this resource blends science literacy, real-world case studies, comprehension practice, and creative learning into one easy-to-use package. Students explore binary fission, budding, fragmentation, vegetative propagation, and spore formation.✅ What’s Included✔ Phenomenon hook + warm-up question✔ 4-paragraph student reading (middle school friendly)✔ 10 organism case studies (stu
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science, Reading
CCSS, NGSS
RST.6-8.1
, RST.6-8.2
, RST.6-8.4
+3
The Magic School Bus - Makes a Rainbow/The Science of Light and Color worksheet
Engage your students with this colorful, hands-on light exploration lesson featuring a Magic School Bus pinball adventure! This resource includes: 20 timestamped mixed-format questions A concise summary and photo-ready recap A critical thinking extension question Full sub plan instructions for easy classroom use Perfect for science units on light, wave behavior, and color mechanics.
5th - 7th
General Science
NGSS
MS-PS4-1
, MS-PS4-2
Modeling Photosynthesis & Kelp Forests _ No-Prep Science Reading + comprehension
Looking for an engaging, no-prep science resource that students can complete 100% independently? This comprehensive photosynthesis lesson is designed to make life easy for teachers—whether you’re teaching in person, assigning digital work, planning for a sub, or differentiating instruction.Perfect for classrooms that need accessible, student-friendly text paired with meaningful comprehension checks. ⭐ What’s Included✔ Complete Reading Passage (Original, Student-Friendly Text) ✔ 4-Page Com
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-7
, MS-LS2-3
, MS-LS1-6
Mutations & Traits Made Simple! | 5-Page Reading + No-Prep Questions
Make teaching genetics easy, engaging, and completely no-prep with this student-friendly lesson on mutations and traits! This resource breaks down complex science concepts into clear, easy-to-understand readings paired with standards-based comprehension questions—perfect for middle school learners. Students will explore: What mutations are How DNA and genes work How mutations affect proteins How traits are influenced The difference between beneficial, harmful, and neutral mutations Each pag
5th - 8th
Biology
NGSS
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
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About the store
Experience
I’m a middle school science teacher with 5 years of classroom experience and a background in higher education ESL instruction. I hold a Bachelor of Science, an ESL Certification, and a Master’s in Curriculum & Instruction from Moravian University.
I create engaging, standards-aligned science lessons that are clear, sub-friendly, and designed to help all learners succeed.
Middle School Science Teacher
• 5 years teaching middle-level science
• Experienced in inquiry-based learning & literacy-embedded instruction
• Create scaffolded lessons for diverse learners
• Strong background in NGSS and PA standards
• Develop sub plans, hands-on labs, assessments, and literacy-based activities
Higher Education ESL Instructor
• Taught academic English to multilingual learners
• Designed curriculum focused on scaffolding & accessibility
• Specialized in clear, structured content for varying proficiency levels
My own education history
Moravian University
*Master of Education – Curriculum & Instruction
*Bachelor of Science
*ESL Certification
*Additional training in literacy strategies & differentiation.
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