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Welcome to Prepped & Powered—where science meets the future!
I create flexible, NGSS-aligned resources that make STEM, AI, and critical thinking engaging for Grades 4–12. Whether you're looking for a quick icebreaker, a creative sub plan, or a future-forward lesson on robotics and ethics, you're in the right place.
My products are designed to be print + digital, low-prep, and high-impact—especially for classrooms with diverse learners and limited resources.
I’m a former science teacher with 13 years of classroom experience—7 years in middle school science and 6 years teaching high school biology, including AP Biology. I also worked as an educational technology coach for 4 of those years, helping fellow teachers integrate digital tools in ways that actually worked—without adding to their burnout.
I taught in Salinas, California in a vibrant, high-needs community, where creativity, scaffolding, and equity were essential. That experience shaped the way I build every resource in this store: grounded, flexible, and designed to spark curiosity with whatever tools you’ve got.
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Bias in the Data: How AI Gets It Wrong - Critical Thinking & Data Literacy
Bias in the Data: How AI Gets It Wrong – Critical Thinking & Data Literacy LessonBias in the Data: How AI Gets It Wrong is a flexible, cross-curricular lesson sequence for Grades 6–12 that dives into the world of artificial intelligence, training data, and algorithmic decision-making. In this 2–3 day lesson, students investigate how AI systems can go wrong—and what we can do to catch mistakes, reduce bias, and make more fair, accurate predictions. Aligned to NGSS and Common Core, this print + di
6th - 12th
Computer Science - Technology, General Science, Graphing
NGSS
MS-ETS1-1
Robot Logic Bundle: Ethics & Decision-Making in Robotics
Robotics Logic & Ethics Activities for Grades 4–12 – Discussion, Critical Thinking & Decision-Making Get students thinking like roboticists with this engaging, classroom-ready bundle of logic and ethics resources! Designed for Grades 4–12, this robotics-themed bundle includes two thought-provoking activities that explore how robots follow rules, interpret commands, and handle ethical dilemmas. Perfect for STEM, computer science, robotics, or advisory classrooms. Use it as a back-to-school critic
4th - 12th
Computer Science - Technology, General Science, Robotics
CCSS, NGSS
W.6.1
, W.8.1
, SL.6.1
+3
Robot Rules Gone Wrong - A Quick, Critical Thinking Activity
Robot Rules Gone Wrong – A Quick, Critical Thinking Activity (Print + Digital) Can your students outthink a robot? This flexible, thought-provoking activity is perfect as a back-to-school icebreaker, lesson warm-up, or full-period critical thinking challenge. Students explore how unclear instructions can lead to unexpected outcomes when followed by a robot—sparking discussion around logic, fairness, and how robots makes decisions. With three differentiated levels (Basic, Stretch, and Challeng
4th - 12th
Computer Science - Technology, General Science, Robotics
CCSS, NGSS
W.6.1
, SL.6.1
, MS-ETS1-1
Also included in: Robot Logic Bundle: Ethics & Decision-Making in Robotics
Ask the AI Anything - A Quick, Critical Thinking Warm-Up Activity
Ask the AI Anything – A Quick, Creative Thinking Warm-Up Activity (Print + Digital)Can your students train an AI to make the “right” decision? This flexible, student-led activity is perfect for kicking off your back-to-school routines, building classroom community, or introducing logic and AI thinking in a fun, low-pressure way. Students step into the role of prompt engineers—building logic rules, answering surprise questions, and testing how artificial intelligence might respond to tough real-
5th - 10th
Computer Science - Technology, General Science, Robotics
CCSS
W.5.1
, W.6.1
, W.7.1
+5
You Be The Algorithm! - Logic Activity
You Be the Algorithm! – AI Logic Warm-Up Activity (Print + Digital) Can your students think like an algorithm? In this flexible, engaging warm-up activity, students take on the role of artificial intelligence models—analyzing input/output patterns to deduce the logic behind the “machine’s” rule. With three differentiated levels (Basic, Stretch, Challenge), this resource builds pattern recognition, logical reasoning, and discussion skills in any STEM, computer science, or critical thinking clas
4th - 12th
Computer Science - Technology, General Science, Vocabulary
CCSS, NGSS
MP1
, MP7
, MP8
+2
Robot Ethics Lab: How Robots Make Decisions
Robot Ethics Lab: Fairness & Logic – A Critical Thinking Activity in Robots, Logic & FairnessRobot Ethics Lab: Fairness & Logic is a flexible, cross-curricular lesson sequence for Grades 6–9 that explores how robots make decisions—and what happens when those decisions involve real people. In this 2–3 day lesson, students step into the role of a robot assistant and make tough calls using limited data, rule-based reasoning, and logic under pressure. Aligned to NGSS, ELA, and ISTE standards, t
6th - 9th
Computer Science - Technology, General Science, Robotics
CCSS, NGSS
W.8.1
, SL.8.1
, MS-ETS1-4
+1
Also included in: Robot Logic Bundle: Ethics & Decision-Making in Robotics
Data Detectives: AI Concepts Using Real-World Graphing & Pattern Recognition
Data Detectives: AI Pattern Analysis – AI Concepts Using Real-World Graphing & Pattern Recognition LessonData Detectives: AI Concepts Using Real-World Graphing & Pattern Recognition is a flexible, cross-curricular lesson sequence for Grades 6–8 that blends artificial intelligence with real-world data analysis. In this 2–3 day STEM experience, students step into the role of algorithms—spotting patterns, making predictions, and evaluating how data informs technology and everyday decision-making.
6th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, General Science, Graphing
NGSS
MS-LS2-2
, MS-ESS3-5
, MS-ETS1-1
Build-a-Bot: Design Your Own Robot Helper - A Creative STEM Starter
Build-a-Bot – A Creative STEM Thinking Challenge (Free!)Looking for a free robotics activity that sparks creativity and builds critical thinking skills? Build-a-Bot is a flexible, high-interest STEM starter where students design their own robot helper—thinking through real-world problems, audience needs, and responsible design choices. Perfect as a back-to-school icebreaker, early finisher activity, or low-stress sub plan, this printable challenge is ideal for Grades 4–8. It’s low-prep, high-
4th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, General Science, Robotics
CCSS, NGSS
W.4.2
, W.5.2
, W.6.2
+8
Prompt Architects: Designing Effective Questions for Artificial Intelligence
Prompt Architects: Designing Effective Questions for Artificial Intelligence – A Real-World Communication & Critical Thinking LessonPrompt Architects: Designing Effective Questions for Artificial Intelligence is a flexible, cross-curricular lesson sequence for Grades 9–12 that teaches students how to write clear, effective prompts for artificial intelligence tools—while building real-world communication, problem-solving, and reasoning skills. Over 2–3 class periods, students explore what
9th - 12th
Computer Science - Technology, Instructional Technology, Writing
CCSS, NGSS
WHST.9-10.4
, HS-ETS1-2
(FREE) You Be the Algorithm! – Logic Card Sort Activity
What happens when students take on the role of a computer? This free, no-tech logic card sort challenges students to find hidden rules based on input-output pairs. It’s a quick, engaging warm-up that builds pattern recognition and problem-solving skills—perfect for grades 5–8. In this hands-on activity, students explore logic and computational thinking by working through three increasingly abstract card sets. With just scissors and paper, they’ll strengthen reasoning skills while learning how
5th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, General Science, Other (Math)
CCSS, NGSS
MP1
, MP7
, MP8
+2
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About the store
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Welcome to Prepped & Powered—where science meets the future!
I create flexible, NGSS-aligned resources that make STEM, AI, and critical thinking engaging for Grades 4–12. Whether you're looking for a quick icebreaker, a creative sub plan, or a future-forward lesson on robotics and ethics, you're in the right place.
My products are designed to be print + digital, low-prep, and high-impact—especially for classrooms with diverse learners and limited resources.
I’m a former science teacher with 13 years of classroom experience—7 years in middle school science and 6 years teaching high school biology, including AP Biology. I also worked as an educational technology coach for 4 of those years, helping fellow teachers integrate digital tools in ways that actually worked—without adding to their burnout.
I taught in Salinas, California in a vibrant, high-needs community, where creativity, scaffolding, and equity were essential. That experience shaped the way I build every resource in this store: grounded, flexible, and designed to spark curiosity with whatever tools you’ve got.
Teaching style
My teaching style has always been hands-on, student-centered, and equity-driven. I believe science should feel relevant, accessible, and even a little fun—not rushed or out of reach.
You’ll see that reflected in my resources:
🧠 Critical thinking comes first
🤖 Topics include AI, robotics, logic, ethics, and problem-solving
✍️ Materials are scaffolded for English learners, SPED, and GATE students
🧰 Lessons are built for low-resource classrooms, with easy-to-use digital formats included
My goal is to help students feel like science—and the future—belongs to them.
My own education history
I earned my B.S. in Biology from American University and my Master’s in Education from the University of Connecticut. After over a decade in the classroom, I made the leap into something new: I’m now training to become a radiology technician, and currently taking my prerequisites at Cabrillo College. It’s been wild being a student again—but it keeps me rooted in what learning actually feels like.
(And yes, I still miss my whiteboard.)
Additional biographical information
When I’m not writing science lessons or studying hormones and imaging systems, I’m usually being bossed around by my three cats and my dog. I’m also a huge fan of Magic the Gathering, Dungeons & Dragons, and quiet late-night writing sessions when I should probably be sleeping.
I love learning new things, nerding out over metaphors, and building resources that make science feel personal, joyful, and real—even on the messy days.
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