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In class, it didn't matter how "Bill Nye" I got, my students wouldn't read the content. These easy-to-use, comic-style lessons & activities get them EXCITED & ENGAGED in science. They WANT TO READ these comics.
I am Laura Balliett, a middle school science and math teacher. I spent most of my career at a charter school for at-risk youth.
I've been there.
I have spent late nights trying to find a lesson that might finally grab their attention. I stood at the front of the room and watched students roll their eyes when I handed them something to read. I was desperate to help my kids engage in the content and find success in science.
It was not until I started presenting topics in this one-page cartoon format that everything changed.
Comics grab the attention of graphic novel lovers and make content less intimidating for struggling readers. They bridge literacy gaps & make content approachable.
My goal is to make it EASY for you to engage your reluctant readers and struggling students. My products include NGSS-aligned content comics, hands-on learning opportunities, worksheets, projects, and more. Everything is crafted with that eye-catching comic style.
Want fresh science comics delivered straight to your classroom every month? I just launched the Cool School Comics Club- a monthly membership with seasonally curated NGSS-aligned comics starting at just $7/month. Founding member spots are limited. Learn more at coolschoolcomics.com
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Rise Over Run- Types of Slope Review Math Tutoring Project Slope From Two Points
Make learning slope actually fun with this comic-style resource designed for rise over run, slope review, guided notes, and practice! Perfect for 7th, 8th, and 9th grade, this print-and-go set includes fun math sheets that walk students through an introduction to slope, positive and negative slope, zero and undefined slope, and the slope formula—all with the help of engaging comic strips for math. Students will follow along with guided notes, explore slope between two points, and comple
7th - 9th
Math, Other (Math)
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
8.EE.B.5
, 8.EE.B.6
, MA.8.4.A
+3
Pi Day Fun - Area & Circumference of a Circle Activities 5th Grade Middle School
Looking for a hands-on Pi Day challenge for your 5th,6th,7th, or 8th-grade math class? This low-prep investigation involves measuring various circular objects to find pi. With its comic-style visual instructions, everyone from your struggling to proficient readers will understand how to use hula hoops to find Pi. This is a great addition to your Pi Day activities library! This download is just the hands-on activity and lab sheet. UPGRADE to the COMPLETE LESSON PLAN and get more! The lesson plan
5th - 8th
Geometry, Math, Measurement
CCSS
7.G.B.4
What is STEM? Coloring Sheets Science No-Prep Easy National STEM Day Activities
Witness the excitement on their faces when you hand them this What is STEM? Comic & Worksheets. This EASY, NO-PREP STEM activity is a print-and-go and FUN! Whether it's the beginning of the year, a regular science class, or National STEM Day, these are comic-style activities they'll LOVE! There is a reason why graphic novels are flying off the shelves of libraries. Today's learners gravitate towards visuals and quick reads. Kick off the new school year with comics and get them instantly engaged
4th - 8th
Math, Science
Missing Angles 4th Grade Cheat Sheet in the Real World Types of Angles Worksheet
This types of angles worksheet & anchor chart doubles as a cheat sheet or comic-style reading passage. Practice finding missing angles with your 4th - 6th grade math class in a format they will LOVE- comics. Grab your protractor! Perfect for visual learners and reluctant readers, this is a fully illustrated math teaching resource that presents angles in the real world. Covering right, acute, and obtuse angles, this resource is aligned with 4th grade Common Core Standards (CCSS.4.G.A.1) bu
4th - 7th
Math, Other (Math), Reading Strategies
CCSS, TEKS
4.G.A.1
, MA.4.6.C
, MA.4.7.E
Ultimate NWEA Science Education Review Bundle Fun Activities Kids No Technology
Looking for an engaging resource for NWEA science review? This ultimate science education bundle is loaded with fun activities for your upper elementary and middle school kids. No technology needed! Whether you're searching for 4th-, 5th-, 6th-, 7th-, or 8th-grade science curriculum, this versatile resource will make their jaws drop. This one-time purchase will grant you access to every single Cool School Comic and every comic to come. This comprehensive package is designed to captivate your
Not Specific
Math, Science
Algebraic Expressions Anchor Chart Guided Notes Reasoning Algebra 1 Project
Make algebra concepts stick with this comic-style lesson on solving one- and two-step equations! Perfect for 8th-grade math, this resource includes an illustrated algebraic expressions anchor chart, algebraic expressions guided notes, worksheets, and a unique penny puzzle activity that helps students model expressions with visuals they can relate to. Designed to strengthen algebraic reasoning, this lesson introduces variables, demonstrates how and why we use inverse operations, and builds co
7th - 9th
Algebra, Math
CCSS, TEKS, VA SOL
6.EE.B.5
, 6.EE.B.6
, 6.EE.B.7
+10
Rise Over Run Comic Strip Fun 7th 8th Grade Math Coloring Activity Slope Review
Revamp your introduction to slope review lesson with this FREE, comic strip math activity! Fun for 7th and 8th-grade math learners, this is a math coloring activity that teaches concepts! Your students will be instantly engaged in reading about how to find slope because comics are naturally appealing and make content EASY to understand. ⭐️ This FREEBIE is just the Intro to Slope Math Comic (B&W).⭐️ GET MORE! With the complete Slope Lesson Plan. This lesson plan uses math comics to introduce sl
6th - 9th
Math, Other (Math)
CCSS, TEKS
8.EE.B.6
, MA.8.4.B
What is Pi? Day Math Fun Coloring Pages Poster Activities 4th 5th 6th 7th Grade
What is Pi? Whether you cover the topic in March for Pi Day or at any point in your school year, your 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th-grade math learners will love reading about it with comic-style worksheets, coloring pages, and comics. Introduce the concept of pi with this unique format and your learners will be instantly engaged in reading. This one-of-a-kind, print-and-go resource will not only add a new twist to your Pi Day activity, but it will also improve RETENTION and PARTICIPATION. It can
4th - 7th
Math
CCSS
7.G.B.4
Pi Day Word Search | Puzzle Activities for 4th-Grade, 5th-Grade, and 6th-Grade
Grab this Pi Day word search for puzzle or activity packet for National Pi Day! Slightly challenging, this math-themed word search is ideal for 4th-grade, 5th-grade, and middle school classrooms. Is this your first time discovering Cool School Comics? You have stumbled upon an innovative approach to teaching! Today's learners are highly visual and LOVE graphic novels. This science and math teaching resource harnesses the power of comics in a PRINT & GO format, making it EASY for you to incorpor
4th - 6th
Other (Math)
Pi Day Coloring Pages- Math Activities 3rd 4th 5th Grade | Pi Day Coloring Sheet
Looking for some unique Pi Day coloring pages? These no-prep, National Pi Day activities are great for 3rd, 4th, 5th, or 6th-grade! These math coloring sheets double as a reading passage in a comic strip style. Engage your learners in answering the question- What is Pi? This coloring page is fun and educational! Looking for a little more? Check out the complete Pi Day Lesson Plan. The lesson plan includes: What is Pi? Comic (color & black-line)Editable Google SlideshowDoodle NotesExtension Acti
3rd - 6th
Basic Operations, Geometry, Numbers
Illustrative Intro to Perimeter - Math 4th 5th Grade Funny Posters Math Tutoring
This illustrative intro to perimeter will leave your 4th and 5th-grade math class asking for more! More than a basic perimeter worksheet, this resource is perfect for math tutoring, review, or reinforcing concepts. Designed to support English language learners (ESL, ELL), struggling readers, and graphic novel lovers, this print-and-go resource blends math practice with illustrative visuals with math concepts and reinforces perimeter skills. All the information is presented in a fully illustra
3rd - 6th
Math, Measurement
CCSS, TEKS
3.MD.D.8
, 4.MD.A.3
, MA.3.7.B
Pi Day Math Activities 5th 6th 7th Grade Coloring Pages Word Search Reading STEM
These are the Pi Day math activities your 5th, 6th, 7th, or 8th grade students will LOVE! These print-and-go comics double as math anchor charts for your Pi Day bulletin board and include EDITABLE Google slides, content, follow-up math worksheets, a hands-on Finding Pi Lab, and a final project. Everything is crafted with a comic style making the lesson appealing and accessible to a wide range of learners. Comics improve retention and make reading FUN and APPROACHABLE. Witness the excitement on t
5th - 8th
Math, Other (Math)
CCSS
7.G.B.4
August Halloween Scientific Method Back to School Word Search 4th 5th 6th Grade
Looking for a back-to-school word search for your 4th, 5th, or 6th-grade? This GROWING word search bundle is great for any point in the year! Whether it is Spring Break, Halloween, Pi Day, or a lesson on the scientific method, this word search variety pack is a quick fix to keep the kids engaged. Did I mention this is a growing bundle? As of July 2025, this download includes EIGHT word searches, but I will be adding more word searches each month! YOu will get all of the updates for FREE! Have
4th - 8th
Other (Math), Other (Science)
Solving Two-Step Equations Comic (Vintage)
Engage students in this algebra activity! These puzzles are easy to recreate and the perfect way to model two-step equations.
6th - 8th
Algebra, Math, Mental Math
Inquiry Activity: Gummy Bear Trick Comic (VINTAGE COMIC)
When a gummy candy is placed in water overnight, it absorbs the water and almost doubles in size. This activity gives students the opportunity to witness this firsthand and to build on this concept through investigation and discovery. Through questioning and investigating, students can meet science, math and inquiry objectives. Explore surface area and measure how the gummy bear has changed. Develop inferences as to why the gummy bear has grown. Research solutions and find answers to the quest
Not Specific
Math, Science
VINTAGE!!! Substitution Lesson (Pre-Algebra)
Miss B has a substitute proving to be a great example of substitution in pre-algebra. Just as the substitute teacher fills in where Miss B is missing, numbers can fill in for variables. Download includes both color and blackline copies.
5th - 7th
Algebra, Basic Operations, Math
CCSS
6.EE.B.5
, 7.EE.A.1
VINTAGE!!! Slope Comic
Here is an easy way to remember the formula for slope! Comparing slope to a stay at a hotel, The Cool School Rap makes the concept easy to grasp. This download includes both color and blackline copies.
7th - 9th
Algebra, Graphing, Math
CCSS
8.EE.B.5
, 8.EE.B.6
Proportions Comic (Vintage)
This quick Cool School Rap demonstrates a few tricks to help students create the proper ratios needed to form a correct proportion. Use this comic as a supplemental tool to encourage reading in math.
5th - 7th
Basic Operations, Fractions, Math
2:07
Order of Operations Rap
Why is it called The Cool School Rap? Just before I began creating comics, I created the Order of Operations Rap! It's a catchy little rap breaking down all the steps to the order of operations. Lyrics are available as a supporting document.
Feel free to download and share! Please show your support for The Cool School Rap by following my store and checking out my comics.
Keywords: Math, PEMDAS, parentheses, exponents, multiply, divide, addition, subtraction, steps, order
3rd - 9th
Basic Operations, Math, Order of Operations
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About the store
Experience
In class, it didn't matter how "Bill Nye" I got, my students wouldn't read the content. These easy-to-use, comic-style lessons & activities get them EXCITED & ENGAGED in science. They WANT TO READ these comics.
I am Laura Balliett, a middle school science and math teacher. I spent most of my career at a charter school for at-risk youth.
I've been there.
I have spent late nights trying to find a lesson that might finally grab their attention. I stood at the front of the room and watched students roll their eyes when I handed them something to read. I was desperate to help my kids engage in the content and find success in science.
It was not until I started presenting topics in this one-page cartoon format that everything changed.
Comics grab the attention of graphic novel lovers and make content less intimidating for struggling readers. They bridge literacy gaps & make content approachable.
My goal is to make it EASY for you to engage your reluctant readers and struggling students. My products include NGSS-aligned content comics, hands-on learning opportunities, worksheets, projects, and more. Everything is crafted with that eye-catching comic style.
Want fresh science comics delivered straight to your classroom every month? I just launched the Cool School Comics Club- a monthly membership with seasonally curated NGSS-aligned comics starting at just $7/month. Founding member spots are limited. Learn more at coolschoolcomics.com
Teaching style
I am like Bill Nye the Science Guy. I am high energy and incorporate a great deal of creativity and exploration into my science classes. I use inquiry-based teaching techniques.
Awards & shining teacher moments
First place winner in the Cleveland Leadership Center's Accelerate Pitch Competition 2024
Participated in the gBETA Accelerator presented by Gener8tor for Innovation in Education 2023
My own education history
MAT in Biology and Inquiry-Based Education
Additional biographical information
I know I was born to educate through my art, and it is my goal to reach as many learners as possible. If you have any suggestions for my product or content, feel free to contact me!
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