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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
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
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
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
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
Cellular Respiration & Energy Flow | Reading + Comprehension | No-Prep Science
Make teaching cellular respiration and energy flow simple and stress-free with this no-prep, student-friendly science lesson! This resource includes a complete original reading passage, a 4-page engaging comprehension worksheet, and a full answer key—perfect for independent work, sub plans, review, or NGSS-aligned instruction. Students will explore how plants and animals release energy, track inputs and outputs of cellular respiration, model energy and matter flow, and complete claim–e
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-7
, MS-LS2-3
Intro to Competition & Predation | No-prep Ecology Reading + Comprehension |
This resource helps students break down complex ideas like niches, symbiosis, and types of competition into easy-to-understand content paired with a variety of comprehension questions. Students will learn: What a niche is and its components The difference between competition and predation Types of competition (consumptive, interference, preemptive) How organisms interact within ecosystems The role of symbiosis in ecological relationships What’s Included Informational reading passage Voca
5th - 8th
General Science
NGSS
MS-LS2-2
, MS-LS2-4
, MS-LS2-1
2-Day Emergency Plans: Antibiotic Resistance & Superbugs (Mutations)
Engage your 7th graders with this real-world science phenomenon: antibiotic resistance and “superbugs.” This 2-day, NGSS-aligned lesson is fully substitute-ready and requires no teacher prep. Students will explore how bacteria outsmart medicine, analyze real data, and reflect on the global challenge of antibiotic resistance. ✅ What’s Included: Phenomenon hook to spark curiosity 2 student-friendly reading passages (Day 1 & Day 2) 15+ comprehension & critical thinking questions per day (open-en
5th - 8th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS4-4
Emergency Sub Plans: Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration
Unlock the mysteries of how plants create their own food and how all living organisms produce energy! This lesson includes an interactive, hands-on activity to help students visualize and understand these essential life processes. What’s Included:Comprehensive Reading Passage on the water cycle and its importance.Engaging Vocabulary Word Search featuring key terms like chloroplast, glucose, and ATP.Interactive Worksheets with fill-in-the-blank and multiple-choice questions designed for a variety
5th - 8th
Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-1
Sexual & Asexual Reproduction | No-Prep Science Reading + Comprehension |
Students explore the differences between sexual and asexual reproduction, analyze how organisms pass on genetic information, and apply real-world examples to determine how various species reproduce. This lesson promotes critical thinking, NGSS-aligned instruction, and hands-on application using case studies. Whether you're teaching the topic directly, reviewing before a test, or leaving a detailed lesson for a substitute, this resource is designed to be engaging, easy to use, and classroom-
5th - 9th
Biology, General Science
NGSS
MS-LS1-4
, MS-LS3-1
, MS-LS3-2
Letter A Activities Pack | Letter of the Week | No Prep Phonics & Literacy
Make teaching the alphabet simple, engaging, and effective with this Letter A – Letter of the Week Activity Pack! This resource is designed for Pre-K, Kindergarten, and early learners, providing a variety of hands-on and no-prep activities that build letter recognition, phonics skills, and fine motor development. Students will practice identifying, writing, and using the letter A through interactive and meaningful activities. 📚 What’s Included: Letter identification (uppercase & lowercase
PreK - K
Alphabet
CCSS
RF.K.1d
, RF.K.2a
, RF.K.2d
+4
What Are You Thankful For? Thanksgiving Engaging Lesson
Join us for a special Thanksgiving activity where students will reflect on gratitude and the people who support them. In this engaging and creative lesson, students will write down three things or people they are thankful for on decorative feathers and share the importance of appreciation. This hands-on activity encourages reflection, creativity, and community building, while highlighting the value of expressing gratitude to those who make a difference in our lives. What’s Included:A brief intro
5th - 9th
Emergency Sub Plans- Animal Habitats (Grades 4-6)
Explore the different types of animal habitats with this 60-minute lesson plan designed for grades 5-8. Students will read a page passage about habitats and complete comprehension and matching activities. Perfect for independent work or substitute plans, this lesson engages students in understanding how animals adapt to their environments. Includes an answer key for easy grading.
4th - 6th
Science
NGSS
MS-LS2-1
"The Tortoise and the Hare" Lesson Plan with Vocabulary & Comprehension!
Bring classic fables to life in your classroom with this 50-minute lesson plan on "The Tortoise and the Hare"! Perfect for 2nd-4th graders, this lesson includes a full reading of the story, a vocabulary preview with context clues, and engaging comprehension questions. Your students will learn important moral lessons while building literacy skills. Great for independent (sub-plans) or guided work!
2nd - 4th
English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.L.4
Engaging Character Traits Lesson Plan with Interactive Activities
Help students explore character traits with this comprehensive 50-minute lesson plan! Students will read "The Honest Woodcutter," complete a vocabulary preview, fill out a character traits graphic organizer, and participate in a fun interactive group activity. Perfect for 3rd-5th graders, this lesson builds reading comprehension and critical thinking skills while fostering class discussions. Ideal for independent (sub-plans) or group work!
2nd - 5th
English Language Arts
CCSS
CCRA.L.4
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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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