KcoolScience
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I've spent over a decade teaching all levels of chemistry and physics- up to the AP curriculum! My goal is for classroom to be engaging, safe, inclusive, and inspiring for my students, and design lectures and practices that aim to be as concise as possible so I have time to focus on the hands-on labs, activities, and discussions that make science awesome. When I first started teaching AP Physics 2 especially, I was frustrated by the lack of resources available- so spent a couple of years honing, refining, and sharing my curriculum to get it to where it is today and be sharable!
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Entire AP* Physics 2 Curriculum | Updated for '24-'25 | Lectures Videos Practice
There is not nearly enough resources out there to teach AP Physics 2. This bundle will provide you with a great jumping off point so you can spend your time learning the content and teaching effectively rather than developing the content! This bundle includes: Scaffolded Lecture Notes- designed to have space to write and annotate as the teacher lectures, writing along with the students as they go. These are developed from the Collegeboard Course and Exam Description, the Cutnell-Johnson textboo
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Physics Circuits Labs | Electricity Labs | Fully Editable | for AP* Physics 2
This bundle includes all of the labs I use while teaching AP Physics 2, Unit 4 on electrical circuits. Also included is a bonus file consisting of a "circuit lab summary" page- the top is a graphic organizer to summarize the lab, and the bottom is example problems related to that lab from released practice exams. *AP is a registered trademark of College Board. This product is not endorsed or sponsored by college board.
10th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
AP Physics Lab | Resistivity of Playdough | Resistor Properties | Editable
This lab, designed for my AP Physics 2 students, guides students through investigating the length and area affect on resistance using a play-dough (NOT CIRCUIT DOUGH) resistor. Then, the students will use their data to determine the resistivity value of play-dough. Materials required: Voltmeter, Ammeter, Playdough, ruler, plastic knife (for shaping/cutting dough), batteries Time: Approx. 1.5 hrs (can be made to 45 min if each group only does length or area, not both)
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Physics Lab | Resistors in Series and Parallel | Hands On | Simulation Option
This lab was designed to be used as an introductory lab in my AP Physics 2 course and an exploration lab in my Physics in the Universe classes. In the lab, instructions are provided for both a simulation (pHet Circuit Builder) and hands-on materials (bulbs, wires, battery, multimeters), as I encourage students to do both simultaneously for deeper understanding. The lab consists of 4 parts. Part 1 they learn to use a multimeter and how current is the same everywhere in a series circuit. Part 2 i
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Physics Lecture | Fluids | Dynamic Fluids Bernoulli | Guided Notes + Video | AP
Guided, 'cloze' note style lecture notes covering dynamic fluids- from flow rate and continuity to Bernoulli's and Toricelli's theory. Includes most of the definitions, diagrams, and example problems- while students fill in equations, important units, and solve the example problems. This lecture is also a part of my AP Physics 2 curriculum: Unit 8 Bundle. To accompany the notes, the lecture is available for free on Youtube: KCool, Science: AP Physic 2 Lecture 8-3 Dynamic Fluids. You could ev
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
AP Physics Lab | Internal Resistance of a Battery | Demonstration | Editable
This lab, designed for my AP Physics 2 students, guides students through two methods to determine the internal resistance of a battery. I typically do this lab as a demonstration to save time, but could also easily be completed by students independently if they have the proper lab equipment. In Part 1, students measure the emf of the battery when not connected in a circuit, then measure the terminal voltage under various resistances- seeing it be lower when there's more current. (Warning- the
10th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
AP Physics Lab | Is it Ohmic | Ohmic vs. Nonohmic Resistors | Editable
This lab was designed to be used in my AP Physics 2 curriculum. In this lab, students will test various circuit elements (resistors, LEDs, bulbs, etc.) to determine if that resistor is Ohmic (follows Ohm's Law) or non-ohmic. Students are given ample background information, then write their own procedures to test. Students are instructed to compare their results to other groups, and draw conclusions. Materials Required: variable power source, voltmeter/probe, ammeter/ current probe (or multimet
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Physics Lecture | Thermodynamics | Calorimetry and Energy Flow | AP Notes Video
Guided, 'cloze' note style lecture notes covering how to model energy flow and identify the process as endothermic or exothermic, explain specific heat capacity, as well as how to solve a variety of calorimetry calculations. Most information is present in the notes, with students working to solve the example problems and fill in key equations and information. Designed for the AP* Physics 2 curriculum. *AP is a registered trademark of College Board. This product is not endorsed or sponsored by c
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Physics Lecture | Thermodynamics | Pressure Volume PV Diagram | Notes Video
Guided, 'cloze' note style lecture notes covering how to analyze a PV (Pressure-Volume) diagram to determine the work, heat, and change in internal energy of a system. Most information is present in the notes, with students working to solve the example problems and fill in key equations and information. Designed for the AP Physics 2 curriculum. *AP is a registered trademark of College Board. This product is not endorsed or sponsored by college board. This lecture is also a part of my AP Physic
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Physics Lecture | Thermodynamics | Ideal Gas Law | Guided Notes Video | AP
Guided, 'cloze' note style lecture notes covering the four gas relationships leading up to the ideal gas law as it is typically applied in physics classes. Most information is present in the notes, with students working to solve the example problems and fill in key equations and information. Designed for the AP Physics 2 curriculum. *AP is a registered trademark of College Board. This product is not endorsed or sponsored by college board. This lecture is also a part of my AP Physics 2 curricul
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Physics Lecture | Thermodynamics | Heat Temperature Energy | Guided Notes Video
Guided, 'cloze' note style lecture notes covering heat, temperature and energy. Covers kinetic molecular theory and differentiates these three similar concepts for students. Most information is present in the notes, with students working to solve the example problems and fill in key equations and information. Designed for the AP Physics 2 curriculum. *AP is a registered trademark of College Board. This product is not endorsed or sponsored by college board. This lecture is also a part of my AP
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Physics Lecture | Fluids | The Buoyant Force | AP Guided Notes + Video
Guided, 'cloze' note style lecture notes covering buoyancy- the equation, common misconceptions, and various applications. Includes most of the definitions, diagrams, and example problems- while students fill in equations, important units, and solve the example problems. This lecture is also a part of my AP Physics 2 curriculum: Unit 8 Bundle. To accompany the notes, the lecture is available for free on Youtube: KCool, Science: AP Physic 2 Lecture 8-2 The Buoyant Force. You could even watch
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
Physics Lecture | Fluids | Static Pressure in Fluids | Guided Notes + Video | AP
Guided, 'cloze' note style lecture notes covering pressure- from its definition to static vs. gauge, and the basic principles of hydraulics. Includes most of the definitions, diagrams, and example problems- while students fill in equations, important units, and solve the example problems. This lecture is also a part of my AP Physics 2 curriculum: Unit 8 Bundle. To accompany the notes, the lecture is available for free on Youtube: KCool, Science: AP Physic 2 Lecture 8-1 Pressure in Fluids. Yo
9th - 12th, Higher Education
Physical Science, Physics, Science
AP Physics Lab | Capacitance and Capacitors | Stations | Editable
This lab, designed for my AP Physics 2 students, guides students through investigating how surface area, distance between plates, and wiring in series and parallel, affect the capacitance of a capacitor. There are three parts, which I run as 3 stations- one where they measure area and capacitance using large styrofoam model capacitors, one where they stack paper plates between foil-lined paper plates for distance affect on capacitance, and one where they charge capacitors in series and parallel
10th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
AP Physics Lab | RC Circuits | Resistor Capacitor Lab | Fully Editable
This lab, designed for my AP Physics 2 students, guides students through investigating how resistors and capacitors act when combined in series and in parallel using Vernier current and voltage probes (could be easily rewritten to use multimeters). In it, they first make predictions about how current, voltage across capacitor, and voltage across resistor will change when a switch is closed in both circuits. Then, collect the data and analyze the max and min values. Materials required: Vernier v
10th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
AP Physics 2 Unit Review: Unit 1 Fluids
Hello! I created these unit reviews for my students to prepare for the AP Physics 2 Exam. Each review contains the "Unit at a Glance" for the Collegeboard Course and Exam Description, followed by a table of key terms/concepts and the equations for students to define and annotate. Then, there's a page of non-AP style practice problems to get comfortable with the equations or concepts, followed by a page of old AP multiple choice questions, and two released free response questions, whose scorin
10th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
AP* Physics 2 Lecture Realignment Outline- Full Curriculum PLAN
This document, designed for purchasers of my full curriculum bundle for AP Physics 2, is a comparison document. *AP is a registered trademark of College Board. This product is not endorsed or sponsored by college board. The document has two columns- on the left on the lecture headings I used in my now "old" curriculum. On the right is the lecture headings for the "new" curriculum, due to the changed in the College Board Couse and Exam Description for AP Physics- read more here: AP Central- AP P
9th - 12th
Physical Science, Physics, Science
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About the store
Experience
I've spent over a decade teaching all levels of chemistry and physics- up to the AP curriculum! My goal is for classroom to be engaging, safe, inclusive, and inspiring for my students, and design lectures and practices that aim to be as concise as possible so I have time to focus on the hands-on labs, activities, and discussions that make science awesome. When I first started teaching AP Physics 2 especially, I was frustrated by the lack of resources available- so spent a couple of years honing, refining, and sharing my curriculum to get it to where it is today and be sharable!
Teaching style
I try to limit my lectures in class and create curriculum that is interactive, concise, and effective. In this store, you will mostly find my AP Curriculum- the lecture notes, with plenty of student practice and discussions thrown in. To get a sense of my teaching style- and preview the lecture notes available- please check out my Youtube channel!
Awards & shining teacher moments
Achieving my M.Ed in Curriculum during the 2020-2022 school years while teaching full time
Presenting "Exploring STEM" at CA STEM Symposium 2017 with my students
San Diego Science New Educator Award 2016
Sweetwater Unified High School District Outstanding New Educator 2013
My own education history
B.A. in Chemistry from San Diego State University
M.Ed in Science Instruction and Curriculum from University of Washington
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