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Teach students how to analyze and interpret line graphs, describe trends, and discuss data using a proven 5-step process. This is 2-3 periods of work suitable for distance learning and meant to move gradually from teacher led to independent work. All materials are found within this 17 page editable power point which is suitable for distance learning. Slides can be shared individually for student completion or shared as a full packet. Please check the preview to see exactly what you are downloa
Teach students how to analyze and interpret line graphs, describe trends, and discuss data using a proven 5-step process. This is 2-3 periods of work suitable for distance learning or classroom instruction. This lesson checks all boxes for differentiation and includes multiple scaffolds. The guide (included) describes a gradual release method from teacher led to independent work. All materials are found within this 15 page editable power point, which can be uploaded to Google Classroom
Please rate this product, as I have made it free so that more teachers will try this out and give feedback!This is a FREE leveled crossword puzzle activity using the vocabulary for a middle school energy unit. The hints are inside a table so they can be easily changed by the teacher with out having to change the entire worksheet. The hints section, clip art, and puzzle can be dragged around the page for convenience. Borders may be added to the hints section as an accommodation. Please leav
This is a 25 page packet that covers 6 topics in life science. It includes: 1 written activity for each of the topics listed below a 27 multiple choice assessmentpractice multiple choice questions that can be used to assessWhen done, the students will have a completed graphic organizer and a set of practice MC questions for each topic. A blank glossary and answer sheet is included for the teacher to collect and grade if used as an assessment. Finally, there is a 30 question exam made up of
This editable PPT contains multiple versions of 7 distinct activities, for a total of 14 differentiated worksheets that can be uploaded to Google Classroom or printed as handouts. Crossword (2 versions) - 10 or 12 words with leveled clues for middle or high schoolOrganelle Word Search (2 versions) - 12 or 15 organelles with a word bankOrganelle Matching (2 versions) - 10 organelles to be matched with a function as a set of 10 or 2 sets of 5 for lower level*Cell Diagram (3 versions) - labeling
Teach students how to analyze and interpret line graphs, describe trends, and discuss data using a proven 5-step process. This is 2-3 periods of work suitable for distance learning or classroom instruction. This lesson checks all boxes for differentiation and includes multiple scaffolds. The guide (included) describes a gradual release method from teacher led to independent work. All materials are found within this 15 page editable power point, which can be uploaded to Google Classroom
This 71 slide power point file contains notes and test prep materials for the science HSE / TASC exam (PQR version). This was developed using the DRC resources as well as feedback from students who sat for the new versions of the exams. It can be used as the entire science curriculum for the TASC! The power point is fully editable for the teacher to add or modify the notes that I use with my own GED students. This can be used to prepare students in under one month and gives the best possi
Meet the needs of a diverse group learners with this "engage" lesson on Energy! This zip file is a contains a complete 8 page bundle and PPT for the introduction of energy. All materials necessary, including a detailed lesson plan & agenda, can be found in this download. This lesson is designed as Day 1 of a 5E energy lesson on the topic of energy. Various differentiation, scaffolding tools, and science questioning techniques are added to the speaker notes section of the PPT. Rolli
Everything needed to learn and apply Newton's Laws of Motion is found within this 28 slide PPT. designed with distance learning in mind. There are 5 days of lesson material appropriate for varying abilities, ELLs, and SWDs. Heavy emphasis is placed on Newton's 2nd law and the use of the F = m x a for calculations. This file can be chunked into 5 individual lessons or shared as a complete 1 week activity packet for students to complete with minimal teacher assistance. The packet is c
Teach students how to analyze and interpret line graphs, describe trends, and discuss data using a proven 5-step process. This is 2-3 periods of work meant to start out as teacher led and gradually moving to independent work with extension activities. There is also a connection to the Great Depression for social studies classes. All materials are found within this 16 page editable document. Various differentiation methods, scaffolding tools, and a script for teaching the lesson are include
Teach students how to analyze and interpret line graphs, describe trends, and discuss data using a proven 5-step process. This is 2-3 periods of work suitable for classroom or remote learning. The teacher resources describe how to move gradually from teacher led to independent work. All materials are found within an 18 page editable power point which is suitable for distance learning. Slides can be shared individually for student completion or printed as a full packet. Answer keys are inclu
This is a PPT file that features narrated notes in the form of 20 embedded .png files. Students can listen to the lesson while reading the notes in order to understand periodic table organization as well as its distinct features. This lesson is meant to be self guided and can be supplemented with other periodic table activities. Students will fill out 3 different check for understanding slides and a multiple choice summative assessment. This assessment is in multiple choice format usin
This is a two page worksheet that introduces the idea of energy. The worksheet would serve as the "engage" for a 5E middle school lesson or to begin any physical science unit. The worksheet was originally designed for 6th graders of various reading and ability levels. It is adaptable for a diverse range of learning needs. *The reading level is 5th-6th and content is aligned with the middle school NGSS and common core ELA standards. This lesson is part of a 8 page bundle. To download the
Please rate this product, as I have made it free so that more teachers will try this out and give feedback!This is a FREE leveled crossword puzzle activity using the vocabulary for a middle school or high school chemistry unit. The hints are inside a table so they can be easily changed by the teacher with out having to change the entire worksheet. The hints section, clip art, and puzzle can be dragged around the page for convenience. Please leave feedback if you try this out with your students
A free resource for all my fellow HSE/GED/D79/adult ed teachers: Please rate this product, as I have made it free so that more teachers will try this out and give feedback!Note: This guide is specifically for the Kaplan TASC Prep 4th edition book. It may be used with previous editions but the page numbers must be adjusted. If you are currently teaching adult ed and do not use this book, I highly recommend buying a copy. How I use this guide: As students pass the ORT and are ready for the TASC, I
A free resource for all my fellow HSE/GED/D79/adult ed teachers: Please rate this product, as I have made it free so that more teachers will try this out and give feedback!Note: This guide is specifically for the Kaplan TASC Prep 4th edition book. It may be used with previous editions but the page numbers must be adjusted. If you are currently teaching adult ed and do not use this book, I highly recommend buying a copy. How I use this guide: As students pass the ORT and are ready for the TASC
This is a leveled crossword puzzle activity using the vocabulary for a middle school or high school ecology unit. The hints are inside a table so they can be easily changed by the teacher with out having to change the entire worksheet. The hints section, clip art, and puzzle can be dragged around the page for convenience. Borders may be added to the hints table as an accommodation. Word banks are included. Please leave feedback if you try this out with your students. Version 1 (basic): words:
Please rate this product, as I have made it free so that more teachers will try this out and give feedback!This is a detailed lesson plan for the Wonders curriculum 2017 edition (Grade 1, Unit 4, Week 5). The lesson plan includes a breakdown of the 3 core components: oral language, word work, and shared reading. Common core standards are referenced through out the plan. This would be helpful for any teacher who is new to the curriculum and/or has lesson plans checked regularly by administrato
This FREE! resource is a power point meant to be used with any of the interpreting graphs lessons sold in the store. This can also be used with your own graphing materials as a guide to interpreting graphs. The notes include a 5 step system for observing parts of a graph in order to lead to higher level interpretation. Click the link below to go to any of the interpreting graphs topics: 1. Science: Blood Sugar & Insulin 2. Science: Ecology & Populations 3. Science: Enzyme Activity & pH 4. S
Please rate this product, as I have made it free so that more teachers will try this out and give feedback!Topic: Forms of Energy, Energy Transformations, Law of Conservation of Energy Purpose: I submit this entire plan whenever I am observed during the unit. It is very administrator friendly, especially for a non-science supervisor. I simply highlight the agenda for that specific day for the administrator to review. I have been rated highly effective (according to Danielson Framework) for
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Need differentiated and scaffolded activities for your students? You're in the right place!
All of my lessons incorporate Universal Design for Learning principles so that you can meet your students where they are at!
Thanks so much for visiting my store and I hope you find all of my products extremely useful for your classroom!
Teaching style
All Make Kids Smart lessons materials are created using Universal Design for Learning principles to accommodate individual learning differences.
Awards & shining teacher moments
ETS Recognition of Excellence Award for scoring in the top 15% on a Praxis II exam (Biology), 4th year Urban Advantage teacher
My own education history
Boston College, Molloy College, CUNY Queens College, Western Governors University
New York State professional certification in Biology 7-12,
New York State professional certification in Chemistry 7-12
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