I have taught in my current school district for 12 years teaching grades 6-8th grade science. Prior to obtaining my position here, I worked as a long-term sub teaching 9th grade resource math.
Students practice making both qualitative and quantitative observations using a hands-on approach in this activity. Included are both a pumpkin observation activity and an apple observation activity. You may model one together and do the second independently. I use one for 7th grade and one for 8th grade to practice these crucial scientific practice skills. You will find teacher notes that include what materials you will need, directions on how to complete and a reminder slide to put on the boar
Use this bundle of interactive notebook pages to help students better grasp science practice concepts. There are 5 main topics: Observations: Students identify the difference between qualitative and quantitative observations. I place small fuzzy pom-pom's at each table and have students fill in both observations.Variables: Students identify what variables and constants are and practice identifying them from a science experiment.Hypotheses: Students practice creating hypotheses from questions.Int
Use this Google Slides to introduce variables and constants in experiments. This 100% digital assignment distinguishes between independent and dependent variables, as well as, introduces the importance of constants and control groups. Included is a Google Slides complete with information on all 4 topics, guided practice to complete together, as well as independent practice. I personally like to use the PearDeck feature it is complete with (if you do not have that add-on to your slides -- now is
Use this Google Slides to introduce observations. This 100% digital assignment distinguishes between qualitative and quantitative observations. Included is guided practice on making both observations on a Red Delicious Apple and independent practice on making both observations on Carrots. When your students get the hang of making observations - have them complete the assignment at the end of the slideshow by sorting cards into two categories of observations (Qualitative or Quantitative).
Practice analyzing data from tables and charts. Students answer questions from tables and create a histogram from a data chart. 100% Digital - Google Slides Assignment Included: - Digital Assignment - Editable Version - Answer Key
BUNDLE & SAVE! Newton's Laws Interactive Notes Bundle Includes: - Newton's 1st Law Notes - Newton's 2nd Law Notes - Newton's 3rd Law Notes Each set comes with the answer key & editable versions!
Newton's 3rd Law of Motion Interactive Notes is a Google Slides activity that introduces the first law to students. Interactive questions on each slide keep students engaged, as well as practice examples for further understanding! Editable Version included, as well as, the Answer Key!
Newton's 2nd Law of Motion Interactive Notes is a Google Slides activity that introduces the first law to students. Interactive questions on each slide keep students engaged, as well as guided and independent practice problems! Editable Version included, as well as, the Answer Key!
Newton's 1st Law of Motion Interactive Notes is a Google Slides activity that introduces the first law to students. Interactive questions on each slide keep students engaged, as well as practice examples at the end. Modified and Editable Versions included, as well as, the Answer Key!
Use this *digital* activity to practice identifying the action and reaction of different scenarios. Students draw colored arrows using the Google Slides "shapes tool" to show the directions of each action and reaction. They further demonstrate an understanding by writing in a text box what the action and (equal and opposite) reaction are. Modified version and answer key included!
Use this Google Slides assignment to teach your students the different between physical and chemical changes. Two slides of information on physical and chemical changes with interactive questions lays the foundational difference between the two. Following the informational slides are practice slides where students determine if the change pictured is physical or chemical.
Use this Google Slides Assignment to practice Physical and Chemical Changes with your students virtually! Editable version included, as well as the answer key!
VIRTUAL Assignment on Google Slides. Answer Key and Editable versions included! Use this assignment to allow students to practice building molecules using an online simulation accessible to anyone with internet connection!
Utilize this zip file of information to teach static electricity remotely. All students must have access to WIFI and/or an electronic device. Included in this file are the following (both digital and paper (editable) copies): - Electricity WebQuest - Static Electricity Interactive Notes - Utilizes Bill Nye Static Electricity Video (MAKE A COPY OF THIS) - PhET Simulation Static Electricity - Scotch Tape Experiment (Video of experiment, directions to experiment and lab paper) - Moving Paper At-Hom
Utilize this zip file of information to teach energy transfer remotely. All students must have access to WIFI and/or an electronic device. Included in this file are the following (both digital and paper (editable) copies): - Light Energy Transfer (Students view two youtube videos) - Heat Energy Transfer (Students view a video on melting starbursts AND are given directions on how to complete the experiment at home) - Sound Energy Transfer (Students view a video on moving salt AND are given direc
Utilize this zip file of information to teach waves remotely. PhET Simulations are utilized in this unit - it is a free website that both you and your students can use! All students must have access to WIFI and/or an electronic device. Included in this file are the following (both digital and paper (editable) copies): - Waves Notes - Waves WebQuest & Modified Version - Sound Waves PhET Simulation - "What is Light" Reading - "How Light Travels" Reading - Light Waves PhET Simulation - "What is t
After studying the theory of evolution, and Darwin's finches, students take part in an activity simulating the variation of finch beaks in a competition for seeds. Included in this zip file are both the digital and paper (editable) copies of this activity. MATERIALS NEEDED:- "Large Beak" (large binder clips, test tube holders, two spoons rubber-banded together) - "Small Beak" (small binder clips, tweezers, clothespins) - Aluminum foil pans - Normal Year 'Seeds' (50% Black Eyed Peas and 50% Lima
Use this resource to practice Comparative Anatomy skills. This worksheet includes 7 matching (definitions), 6 fill in the blank and 7 true or false questions. Answer Key is Included!
Utilize this bundle to gain access to Newton's Laws (all three) of Motion Assessments. Each product comes with both the regular and modified assessments, as well as, the answer keys.
This is a short quiz to assess student knowledge on Newton's 2nd Law of Motion. It is comprised of 1 multiple choice and 18 open-ended response questions. INCLUDED BOTH DIGITAL AND PAPER (EDITABLE) COPIES: - Assessment - Modified Assessment - Modified Answer Key (can use this answer key to grade general assessment as well)
I have taught in my current school district for 12 years teaching grades 6-8th grade science. Prior to obtaining my position here, I worked as a long-term sub teaching 9th grade resource math.
My own education history
I attended Kutztown University studying elementary education with a concentration in grades 4-8, math and science.
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