I have been teaching sixth grade science in central Ohio for 8 years. I have also taught and tutored sixth and seventh grade math. Additionally, I have experience with many different types of technology and have taught many classes for colleagues on Smart Board integration, Classroom Performance Systems and web-site creation.
This Smart Notebook File contains an entire year of bell ringers (fully editable) with a key. Topics included are: Scientific Inquiry, Lab Tools and Safety, Cells, Rocks and Minerals, Distance and Time, Energy, Matter plus extra bell ringers focusing on Scientific Inquiry. The bell ringers are specifically aligned with sixth grade standards, but could easily be adapted for 5-8. If you don't have access to Smart Notebook, I also have a PDF file.
This Escape Room is a fun and interactive way for students to test their knowledge on density, as well as mass, volume and buoyancy. Download Includes Teacher InstructionsUser Guide20 multiple choice questions5 "puzzles" for each of the 5 levelsStudent answer sheetAnswer KeyLink to digital Escape Room/ Breakout
I have, Who has Plate Tectonics is a review game used to help students reinforce the concepts of plate tectonics, earthquakes and volcanoes. The game includes cards that students read and interactively answer. Listening to each card allows students to extend their learning from the knowledge to application level.
This PDF file contains an entire year of bell ringers, and includes a key. Topics included are: Scientific Inquiry, Lab Tools and Safety, Cells, Rocks and Minerals, Distance and Time, Energy, Matter plus extra bell ringers focusing on Scientific Inquiry. The bell ringers are specifically aligned with sixth grade standards, but could easily be adapted for 5-8. This is a PDF file for anyone who does not have access to Smart Notebook. If you would like a digital copy, the Notebook file would be b
Astronomy Cycles Jeopardy is a FULLY EDITABLE Jeopardy review game for fifth through eighth grade students. It includes review for rotation, revolution, day and night, the seasons, phases of the moon, eclipses and tides. This is a great review to use before a content test, or before achievement assessments. The content aligns with national earth science standards.
I have, Who has Rocks and Minerals is a review game used to help students reinforce the concepts of rocks and minerals. Content is included on types, formation and uses of rocks and minerals as well as knowledge on specific types of rocks and minerals. The game includes cards that students read and interactively answer. Listening to each card allows students to extend their learning from the knowledge to application level.
I have, Who has The Water Cycle is a review game used to help students reinforce the concepts of The Water Cycle. The game includes cards that students read and interactively answer. Listening to each card allows students to extend their learning from the knowledge to application level.
Changes in Matter...A Video Project gives students the opportunity to display their knowledge of the three states of matter and the phase changes of matter by creating a short video for their classmates to view. The project packet includes project guidelines, peer evaluation sheets and a rubric. This video project is fully editable and could be adapted to many different content areas.
Science Guidelines for Group Work is a set of printables that give students clear guidelines for working in groups in the science classroom. These can be laminated for use year after year!
I have, Who has? States of Matter is a review game used to help students reinforce the concepts of the three phases of matter (solid, liquid, gas) and their properties; as well as the changes that occur between these states of matter. The game includes cards that students read and interactively answer. Listening to each card allows students to extend their learning from the knowledge to application level.
The Properties of Matter Board Game is a culminating project for a unit on the different types and properties of matter. Students work in small groups to create a board game that will review matter vocabulary while also challenging their peers with application questions. Once board games are complete, student groups will then play and evaluate another group's board game. Project guidelines, a peer feedback form and a rubric are all included. This project is editable and could be modified for
I have, Who has? Matter is a review game used to help students reinforce the concepts of Matter, Elements, Compounds, Mixtures, Physical Properties of Matter and Chemical Properties of Matter. The game includes cards that students read and interactively answer. Listening to each card allows students to extend their learning from the knowledge to application level.
The Phases of Matter Interactive Foldable is a three-flap foldable that can be used in a science interactive notebook or as a separate graphic organizer. Students can use it to take notes when learning about the three phases of matter, as well as the phases changes. To create the foldable, print the first two pages back to back. Fold in half and cut the solid lines to form flaps. Students can lift up each flap and fill in the information on each phase of matter during your lesson. Additionally,
This crossword puzzle is a vocabulary review of words related to the properties of matter as well as the different types of matter. The puzzle is a word document, so it is editable if necessary.
This dodgeball game is a review of several rocks concepts including: The Rock Cycle, Igneous Rocks, Metamorphic Rocks, Sedimentary Rocks, rock formation and uses of rocks. This game is a great tool for review and is different from other review games because it is more interactive for students. There are twenty questions with answer included in this game, but it is easily editable.
Science Daily Attendance is a quick, easy and interactive way to take attendance in science class each day. This Smart Board file is easy to edit, and can be quickly updated as needed. This file is set up for morning attendance, but can easily be edited to use for period attendance. Students like interacting with the board each day, and it gives a quick and easy visual way for teachers to take attendance.
Study Island can be confusing for students to keep up with. This sheet gives students a way to keep track of their information, track assignments as well as thorough directions to follow.This is a great way for students to keep track of their Study Island assignments. This tracker includes dates that can easily be changed as needed.
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Experience
I have been teaching sixth grade science in central Ohio for 8 years. I have also taught and tutored sixth and seventh grade math. Additionally, I have experience with many different types of technology and have taught many classes for colleagues on Smart Board integration, Classroom Performance Systems and web-site creation.
Teaching style
I have a passion for integrating math and science in a hands-on way. I believe that students need to learn in many different ways and I try to differentiate content and skills as much as possible. Additionally, I have a passion for technology and use it to increase student attention and participation.
Awards & shining teacher moments
Fairfield County Environmental Educator of the year, 2012
My own education history
Bachelor of Science in Education, The University of Akron, 2005
Master of Science in Education (integrating technology), Walden University, 2008
Master of Science in Education (science education), Walden University, 2013
Additional biographical information
This is the address for my new blog. I began this for middle school teachers to share ideas and resources. Please feel free to visit and share ideas, comments and concerns.
http://teachwithheelson.blogspot.com/
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