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Welcome! I'm a dedicated science educator with over 30 years of teaching experience in both high school and collegiate settings. My passion lies in making complex biological concepts accessible, engaging, and meaningful for students. Over the years, I've taught a wide range of courses including Biology, AP Biology, Forensics, and Anatomy & Physiology.
I create resources that are classroom-tested, standards-aligned, and designed to support both teachers and students in mastering key science concepts. Whether you're looking for rigorous AP-level materials or interactive labs and activities, I'm here to help you bring science to life in your classroom!
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Habitat Sorting Cards – Biomes, Plants & Animals Matching Activity
Make learning about habitats and ecosystems hands-on and engaging with this Habitat Sorting Cards activity! Students will explore five different biomes by sorting plants and animals into their correct habitats using beautifully illustrated cards with realistic pictures and clear labels. This set includes 18 total cards: 5 biome/habitat cards (e.g., desert, ocean, rainforest, tundra, grassland)13 plant and animal cards that match the biomes Each card features a vivid image and the name of the
3rd - 9th
Biology, General Science
NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
MS-LS2-3
, 5-LS2-1
, HS-LS2-4
+3
Also included in: Biomes & Habitats Super Bundle - Activities, Posters, Puzzles & More!
“Fossil Types at a Glance” - poster
Bring your science classroom to life with this vibrant and educational Types of Fossils Poster! Designed to support visual learning and reinforce key vocabulary, this eye-catching poster introduces students to the major fossil types in a clear, engaging format. Featuring colorful, high-quality illustrations, students can easily identify and differentiate among fossil types, including mold fossils, cast fossils, trace fossils, and preserved remains. Each fossil type is clearly labeled, making it
5th - 10th
Biology
VA SOL
BIO.7.a
Why Do We Get Snow? Weather Lab
Bring winter weather science to life with this hands-on, easy-to-run Why Do We Get Snow? Weather Mini-Lab! Perfect for December lessons, weather units, or an engaging pre-break activity, this mini-lab helps students see how cooling temperatures, condensation, and freezing lead to the formation of snow. Students observe temperature changes, watch ice crystals form, and connect each step to the real water cycle. With clear teacher instructions and ready-to-print student worksheets, this lesson is
3rd - 7th
Earth Sciences, Physical Science
NGSS
5-ESS2-1
, 4-PS3-2
Snowstorm in a Bag – Hands-On Winter Science Activity
Bring particle motion to life with this high-engagement Snowstorm in a Bag demonstration! This winter-themed science activity helps students observe particle movement, density differences, and chemical reactions in a fun and visually exciting way—all inside a sealed bag. Students will watch as bubbles carry “snow” through layers of oil and water, creating a swirling snowstorm effect while they learn about how temperature and particle motion affect the speed of the reaction. This activity is cl
3rd - 8th
Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-PS3-4
, 5-PS1-4
, MS-PS3-3
+1
Find my Habitat- Cut and Paste Activity
Take your students on an exciting journey through Earth’s biomes with this engaging cut-and-paste activity! In Animal Adventure: Find My Habitat, students will explore five major habitats— desert, forest, ocean, grassland, and arctic—and match 16 different animals to the biome they belong to. This hands-on resource is perfect for reinforcing science content through interactive, visual learning. What’s Included: 5 beautifully illustrated biome background pages16 animal picture cards (with na
1st - 8th
Biology, Environment, General Science
NGSS, VA SOL
MS-LS2-2
, 3-LS2-1
, MS-LS2-4
+5
Also included in: Biomes & Habitats Super Bundle - Activities, Posters, Puzzles & More!
Growing Into the New Year | Goals Box Craftivity | SEL & Writing Activity
Help students reflect, reset, and set meaningful goals with this hands-on New Year Goals Box activity! Perfect for January, this engaging craftivity combines social-emotional learning, growth mindset, and reflective writing into a memorable keepsake students can revisit all year. Students will create and decorate their own Goals Box, write goals and positive intentions on goal slips, and reflect using guided journal pages. This low-prep activity encourages students to think about personal growth
1st - 6th
Not Subject Specific
Gratitude Box Activity | Thanksgiving SEL & Writing Craft
✨ What’s Included: Printable Gratitude Box template (easy to assemble and decorate) and gratitude slips for student reflections Teacher guide with step-by-step directions Discussion starters to encourage deep thinking about gratitude Printable Gratitude Journal pages for writing extensions🧡 Activity Overview: Introduce Gratitude: Discuss what it means to be thankful and why it matters. Create the Box: Students color, cut, and assemble their Gratitude Boxes. Reflect & Write: Students fill gr
K - 6th
Not Subject Specific
Thankful Tree Activity | Gratitude Writing & Bulletin Board Craft
Encourage gratitude, kindness, and connection this season — one thankful leaf at a time!The Thankful Tree Activity encourages reflection, writing, and community building as students express what they’re thankful for on colorful leaves and create a beautiful classroom display. Perfect for grades K–5, this flexible resource supports social-emotional learning (SEL) and writing practice in a meaningful, creative way. ✨ What’s Included: Printable Thankful Tree trunk (poster-size or assemble from
K - 5th
Not Subject Specific
Puzzle of Agreements – A Classroom Community-Building Resource
This engaging Classroom Agreements Puzzle activity invites every student to contribute to your shared classroom values. Each student creates a unique puzzle piece illustrating one important agreement or norm they believe is essential to a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment. When assembled, the puzzle forms a vibrant visual reminder of your collective classroom commitments. Perfect for the first week of school, this collaborative activity sets the tone for mutual respect, respon
PreK - 8th
For All Subjects
Also included in: First Week of School MEGA Bundle – Build Community, Connection & Calm
Build-a-Snowflake Science Craftivity
Bring winter science to life with this engaging Build-a-Snowflake Craftivity! Students design, build, and analyze their own paper snowflakes while learning the science behind real snowflake formation. This low-prep activity blends hands-on crafting with core science concepts, making it perfect for December lessons, winter units, sub plans, or calming pre-break activities. As students cut and assemble their snowflakes, they explore symmetry, repeating patterns, and crystal structure, then connect
3rd - 6th
General Science
NGSS
3-PS2-2
, 5-PS2-1
, MS-PS1-1
Ornament Model of an Atom Activity
Bring winter magic AND science modeling together with this engaging Ornament Model of an Atom Activity! Perfect for December lessons, science centers, hands-on modeling, and end-of-unit review, this activity lets students build a festive holiday ornament that represents the structure of an atom. Students assemble a nucleus, attach electrons to energy levels, and label the parts of the atom—all while reinforcing key physical science concepts. What’s IncludedNucleus + electron shell templateTeache
4th - 8th
Chemistry
NGSS
5-PS1-1
, MS-PS1-1
Halloween Puzzle Pack | Word Search, Crossword & Cryptogram
Add some spooky fun to your classroom this October with this engaging Halloween Puzzle Pack! Perfect for early finishers, sub plans, centers, or holiday-themed activities, this set of printable puzzles reinforces vocabulary while sharpening critical thinking skills. What’s Included: 🎃 Halloween Word Search (2 versions: easy & advanced) 🕷️ Crossword Puzzle featuring Halloween-themed terms 👻 Cryptogram Puzzle to decode a spooky riddle ✏️ Extension Activity: Students create their own cryptogram
K - 8th
Not Subject Specific
Also included in: Halloween Activity & Decor Bundle | 7 Products in 1
Student Engagement Bingo Set – Icebreaker, Expectations & Early Finisher Ideas
Get your school year started with this versatile set of 3 printable classroom bingo boards designed to support classroom management, student connection, and smooth transitions — all in a fun, low-prep format! This bundle includes:✅ A "Get to Know You" Icebreaker Bingo – The perfect first-week-of-school activity! Students interact with classmates to find peers who match each square, encouraging movement, conversation, and classroom bonding. ✅ A "Best Behavior" Bingo Board – A visual and engagi
PreK - 7th
For All Subjects
Also included in: First Week of School MEGA Bundle – Build Community, Connection & Calm
Count and Match Numbers - Halloween Theme
Make learning count and match the number, a great fun activity for pre-school and Kindergarten students with a Halloween theme
PreK - 1st
Numbers
Classroom Question of the Day & Welcome Back Banner Set
Start the school year strong with this versatile set of 10 printable classroom banners! The first banner welcomes students back to school with a bright and positive message, while the remaining nine banners feature thought-provoking, conversation-starting questions designed to spark curiosity and foster classroom community. Perfect for bulletin boards, door displays, hallway decor, or morning meeting prompts, these banners serve both as eye-catching decor and daily engagement tools. What’s Inclu
PreK - 7th
For All Subjects
Also included in: First Week of School MEGA Bundle – Build Community, Connection & Calm
Animal Habitats Activity Pack – 4 Engaging Science Activities
Bring the wild world of animal habitats to life with this interactive and visually rich Animal Habitats Activity Pack! Perfect for 1st–8th grade classrooms, this resource includes four diverse and hands-on activities designed to build student understanding of habitats, biodiversity, and adaptation—all while developing observation, writing, and critical thinking skills. What’s Included:Match the Animal with Its Habitat Students will identify which animals inhabit each of the five main biomes:
1st - 9th
Biology, Environment, General Science
NGSS, TEKS, VA SOL
5-ESS3-1
, SCIENCE.5.13.A
, SCIENCE.5.13.B
+6
Also included in: Biomes & Habitats Super Bundle - Activities, Posters, Puzzles & More!
From Desert Sands to Arctic Ice A Biome Showcase
Bring science to life with this stunning Biome Showcase! This resource features beautiful pictorial scenery representations of five major biomes, each accompanied by a clear and informative description of the climate, native plants, and animals found in that environment. Perfect for introducing or reinforcing key concepts in your ecosystems or environmental science units, these visually engaging posters help students make meaningful connections between a biome’s climate and the life it supp
5th - 9th
Biology
TEKS, VA SOL
SCIENCE.6.3.A
, BIO.8.b
, BIO.8.d
Also included in: Biomes & Habitats Super Bundle - Activities, Posters, Puzzles & More!
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Welcome! I'm a dedicated science educator with over 30 years of teaching experience in both high school and collegiate settings. My passion lies in making complex biological concepts accessible, engaging, and meaningful for students. Over the years, I've taught a wide range of courses including Biology, AP Biology, Forensics, and Anatomy & Physiology.
I create resources that are classroom-tested, standards-aligned, and designed to support both teachers and students in mastering key science concepts. Whether you're looking for rigorous AP-level materials or interactive labs and activities, I'm here to help you bring science to life in your classroom!
My own education history
Master’s in Education & Zoology
Bachelor’s in Education & Biological Sciences
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