PreciousMindsets Co.
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Florida, United States
About the store
📘Research Chemist • Science Educator • Multilingual Creator
**Inquiry-Based Science Labs & Scientific Thinking for Middle School**
Welcome to **PreciousMindsets Co.**, a teacher-created store specializing in **hands-on, inquiry-based science labs and investigations** for grades **6–9**.
My resources are designed to help students **do science**—not just learn about it. Each activity emphasizes:
* evidence and observation
* data collection and analysis
* scientific reasoning and clear thinking
* real classroom implementation
You’ll find **ready-to-use science labs, design challenges, and investigations** that support the **Nature of Science**, physical science, chemistry, and core scientific skills. These resources are practical, concept-driven, and adaptable across state standards, making them easy to use in diverse classrooms nationwide.
In addition to my core science offerings, the store also includes **inquiry-aligned biology and earth science resources**, as well as a small collection of **literacy and identity-focused materials** that reflect my broader educational values.
All resources are created by a **research chemist and experienced science educator**, with a focus on clarity, rigor, and meaningful student engagement.
Thank you for supporting thoughtful science teaching.
Thank you for visiting PreciousMindsets Co. — where learning is multilingual, meaningful, and beautifully designed.
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Mixed Numbers & Improper Fractions |Interactive | Activities |Measurements
Mixed Numbers & Improper Fractions |Interactive | Activities |MeasurementSupport student understanding of fractions greater than 1 with this clean, structured interactive notebook activity. Students learn to convert between mixed numbers and improper fractions using foldables, guided examples, and targeted practice. This resource is designed for clarity and ease of use, making it ideal for math notebooks, small group instruction, or review lessons. What’s Included2 Interactive Activities
4th - 6th
Basic Principles, Fractions, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
5.NF.A.1
, 5.NF.B.3
, MP1
+1
Day and Night| Earth's Motion| A Phenomenon-Based Investigation
🌍 Many students can say “day is bright and night is dark” — but struggle to explain why day and night happen. This phenomenon-based Earth science investigation helps students observe, model, and explain the day–night cycle using evidence and reasoning, not memorization. 🧠 Day & Night — A Phenomenon-Based Earth Science InvestigationHelping Students Explain Why Day and Night HappenGrades 3–6 | Earth & Space Science | Phenomenon-Based Learning Students are guided to discover that: different
3rd - 6th
Basic Principles, Earth Sciences, General Science
CCSS, NGSS
W.5.1b
, RST.6-8.1
, 5-ESS1-2
Understanding the pH Scale| FREEBIE |Pre-Lab Lesson |(EN–ES)
🌱 A Simple, Powerful Introduction to pH (English & Spanish)This free bilingual (English–Spanish) resource introduces students to the pH scale, helping them understand the difference between acids, bases, and neutral substances before completing a hands-on lab. Designed to be short, focused, and classroom-ready, this lesson builds confidence, vocabulary, and conceptual understanding, especially for ESL/ELL learners. 🔍 FREEBIE — Understanding the pH Scale (EN–ES)Pre-Lab Science Lesson | Gr
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
RST.6-8.1
, RST.6-8.4
, WHST.6-8.1
+1
Investigating Invisible Ink —Scientific Inquiry Lab
Investigating Invisible Ink 🧪 In this hands-on NOS lab, students write a message that becomes invisible and then reappears. Through careful observation, prediction, and evidence-based reasoning, students learn that not everything studied in science is immediately visible, and that evidence helps scientists explain what is happening. Investigating Invisible Ink — Evidence & Scientific ExplanationConceptual Inquiry Lab (Grades 5–7)🧪This lab emphasizes scientific thinking over vocabulary an
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
RST.6-8.2
, RST.6-8.3
, MS-ETS1-1
Energy & Matter in Ecosystems - Bilingual Science Worksheet (EN • ES)
🌟Energy & Matter in Ecosystems - Bilingual Science Worksheet (EN • ES)Bilingual worksheet that explains energy flow and matter cycles through producers, consumers, and decomposers. Includes vocabulary, guided notes, practice, mini quiz, reflection, research & answer key. Help your students truly understand how energy flows and matter cycles through ecosystems with this clear, bilingual, middle school science worksheet (EN • ES).This resource breaks down producers, consumers, and decomposers wi
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, Biology, Vocabulary
CCSS, NGSS
W.5.1b
, MP4
, MS-LS2-3
Scientific Method & Inquiry| Investigations | Worksheets + Mini-Lab| EN-ES-FR-KR
Scientific Method Worksheets + Mini-Lab (Grades 5–7)Help your students think like real scientists! This resource introduces the scientific method in a clear, student-friendly way while guiding learners through a hands-on mini-lab investigation. Perfect for upper elementary and middle school science, this packet supports inquiry, critical thinking, and multilingual learners. Whether you're teaching the scientific method for the first time or reviewing it before a lab, this resource gives you
5th - 7th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
CCSS, NGSS
W.5.1a
, RST.6-8.1
, RST.6-8.3
+2
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About the store
Experience
📘Research Chemist • Science Educator • Multilingual Creator
**Inquiry-Based Science Labs & Scientific Thinking for Middle School**
Welcome to **PreciousMindsets Co.**, a teacher-created store specializing in **hands-on, inquiry-based science labs and investigations** for grades **6–9**.
My resources are designed to help students **do science**—not just learn about it. Each activity emphasizes:
* evidence and observation
* data collection and analysis
* scientific reasoning and clear thinking
* real classroom implementation
You’ll find **ready-to-use science labs, design challenges, and investigations** that support the **Nature of Science**, physical science, chemistry, and core scientific skills. These resources are practical, concept-driven, and adaptable across state standards, making them easy to use in diverse classrooms nationwide.
In addition to my core science offerings, the store also includes **inquiry-aligned biology and earth science resources**, as well as a small collection of **literacy and identity-focused materials** that reflect my broader educational values.
All resources are created by a **research chemist and experienced science educator**, with a focus on clarity, rigor, and meaningful student engagement.
Thank you for supporting thoughtful science teaching.
Thank you for visiting PreciousMindsets Co. — where learning is multilingual, meaningful, and beautifully designed.
Teaching style
🌿Teaching Philosophy
My teaching style blends three strengths that have shaped my work as both a scientist and an educator:
🔬 Demonstrator & Coach
I model scientific thinking, demonstrate real-world problem-solving, and guide students through the processes used by actual scientists. My goal is to make science transparent, logical, and inspiring.
🧪 Facilitator of Hands-On Learning
Students learn best when they do. I design lessons that prioritize hands-on labs, structured investigations, and discovery-based activities. This keeps learning active, meaningful, and rooted in curiosity.
🤝 Developer of Collaboration & Reflection
I cultivate teamwork, thoughtful questioning, and reflective learning. Students are encouraged to communicate their ideas, analyze evidence, and build confidence in their own scientific reasoning.
Together, these approaches help students learn not only what to understand… but how to think like scientists.
My classroom—and the resources I create—are built on clarity, inquiry, inclusivity, and joyful exploration.
Awards & shining teacher moments
🏆 Awards & Teacher Highlights
• Secondary Education Excellence Award
• Recognized for innovative science instruction, cross-disciplinary teaching, and curriculum development
• Hundreds of students inspired to pursue STEM fields
My own education history
🎓 Education & Professional Background
• B.A. Chemistry / Mathematics
• M.S.Ed. in Secondary Education & Physical Science
• Former Research Chemist (analytical + applied science)
• 25 years teaching Chemistry, Physical Science, and Earth Science (NY, TX, GA, FL)
💛 My Why
Additional biographical information
💛 My Why
I absolutely love teaching and learning.
Each day is an opportunity to explore, imagine, build, and grow. My passion is designing high-quality, multilingual lessons that make science accessible—and beautiful—for all learners.
🌍 What You’ll Find in My Store
• Multilingual Science Lessons (English, Spanish, French, Kreyòl)
• Reading-rich STEM content for Grades 6–8
• Inspiring Women Series (SEL + literacy + history)
• Lab investigations, graphic organizers, and inquiry activities
• High-quality bilingual resources for diverse classrooms
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