E Markel

Turn a molecular modeling kit into a classroom set of covalent bond practice! This document includes a color key for the balls in the kit, a set of 12 flashcards with molecule name on one side and the ball-and-stick model answer on the other, and an instruction card. I use this as Montessori shelfwork in my classroom.

This activity is an easy way to have your students improve their recognition of SI units by matching the physical quantity, unit name, and symbol of the seven fundamental units. In my classroom, I laminate it to have a class set to use as Montessori shelfwork. This file includes 3 pages: Blank table to fill inCards to cut outAnswer key

This activity has students sort equations based on which property they demonstrate: associative, distributive, commutative, identity, or inverse. It includes 3 pages: Main worksheetEquations (to cut out and sort onto main worksheet)Answer keyThis can be handed out as an individual assignment or laminated to become a class set (such as with Montessori shelfwork)!

This package includes an initial lesson about worm anatomy, an identification sheet for earthworms in the area, and a lab. The lab is designed to be a group project spread across 4 days: Day 1 - lesson & project proposalDay 2 - data collectionDay 3 - mini experimentDay 4 - create a presentationbut you can modify it to best fit your class schedule. The lab is very cool and inexpensive -- the only supply you likely do not already have in your classroom is mustard powder. Please note, I made this l

Have your student practice identifying types of energy and how they convert from one form to another by identifying their surroundings by filling out a bingo card. This scavenger hunt/bingo game is a great way for students to engage with real-world examples of energy.

These signs are a cute reminder for students to sort their trash and reduce what ends up in a landfill! They will automatically print as 6"x6" (16 cm x 16 cm) posters, but can be resized to your liking.