I have over 21 years of experience teaching 5-12th grade Science in AZ. I also worked for NASA during the summers and I have gained very valuable knowledge and experience through that as well.
This is a digital escape room (breakout room) practicing identifying the variables in experiments. There are 5 levels that the students must pass. Each level has an experiment to read and 4 multiple choice questions identifying parts like independent variable, dependent variable, constants, and control group. The students must then convert the letter to a number using a puzzle. Incorrect answers cannot proceed. At the end, the student submit their name and class hour for grading. This acti
Take your students on a journey of discovery with this comprehensive package focused on the scientific method! This resource is tailored for an 8th-grade reading level and includes an engaging 1000-word informational text that delves into the fundamental steps of the scientific method: asking questions, conducting background research, forming a hypothesis, conducting experiments, analyzing results, and drawing and communicating conclusions. To support comprehension and reinforce learning, this p
Unlock the wonders of the human body with our comprehensive "Levels of Organization Within the Human Body Reading Comprehension Bundle. This engaging and informative resource is designed for middle school students seeking to enhance their reading comprehension skills while exploring the intricacies of the human body. Perfect for ELA practice or quick review sessions before standardized tests, this 9-page PDF includes captivating visuals, a multiple-choice reading comprehension page, a fill-in-th
Immerse your students in the dynamic world of plate tectonics with this comprehensive reading passage and accompanying comprehension worksheets! This resource is expertly designed at an 8th-grade reading level and features an informative 1000-word text exploring the riveting process of plate tectonics. The text dives into topics like the lithosphere, major tectonic plates, asthenosphere, plate boundaries, and the significant role of plate tectonics in shaping our planet. To ensure understanding
Embark on a geological journey with your students with this extensive learning resource on rocks and the rock cycle. Developed specifically for an 8th-grade reading level, this package offers a robust 1500-word informational text that unveils the fascinating world of rocks and their never-ending cycle of transformation. The learning resource is enriched with a set of thought-provoking reading comprehension questions that come in two distinct styles. First, the package includes 10 multiple-choice
*INTRODUCTORY PRICING*In this lesson, students investigate different forms of energy and how they transform. The students differentiate between kinetic and potential energy. This lesson was designed to fit the Forces and Energy unit of the 6th grade NGSS. After this lesson, the students should be able to answer the following questions: How is energy defined in science?What is the difference between potential and kinetic energy?How is potential energy transformed into kinetic energy?What fact
Introduce your students to the fascinating science of taxonomy with this comprehensive resource package. Developed with an 8th-grade reading level in mind, the package offers a detailed 1500-word informational text that dives into the world of taxonomy, illustrating how life's vast diversity is classified and understood. The package comes with two sets of reading comprehension questions. The first set features 10 multiple-choice questions, perfect for assessing students' broad understanding of t
Bring your life science or health lessons to life with this set of 7 printable human body system posters! Perfect for middle school, high school, and homeschool environments, these clear, colorful diagrams make it easy for students to visualize key systems of the human body. This set includes: Respiratory System Circulatory System Lymphatic System Nervous System Skeletal System Muscular System Digestive System Features: Grade Levels: 5th–12th grade Design: Bold, realistic, and easy-to-
In this lesson, students explore the basics of biological classification. Students are introduced to Linnaean taxonomy and Woese's domain updates. Each domain and kingdom are examined. The students practice classifying organisms into domains and kingdoms based upon their characteristics. Once students have completed the lesson, they should be able to answer the following questions: How do we classify living things?What are the differences between domains and kingdoms?How can we use physical
A very basic PPT. on Rocks and minerals. Created for middle school students. It covers the characteristics and properties of minerals, some basic tests for the properties of minerals, the 3 basic rock types, the classification of rocks, and the rock cycle.
In this lesson, students are introduced to the five spheres of Earth: atmosphere, biosphere, cryosphere, geosphere, and hydrosphere. During the lesson, students explore how Earth's spheres interact and the effects of these interactions. Students watch a video to see how NASA is using new technology to understand how the cryosphere is changing. After completing this lesson, students should be able to answer the following questions: What spheres make up Earth's systems? (describe them)How do Eart
Dive into the captivating realm of crime scene investigations with this comprehensive Forensic Science package! Tailored to an 8th-grade reading level, this resource includes a detailed 1500-word informational text that uncovers the intriguing field of forensic science. To enhance learning and test comprehension, the package is enriched with thought-provoking worksheets featuring two distinct question styles: 10 multiple-choice and 10 fill-in-the-blank questions, specifically aligned with ELA in
*INTRODUCTORY PRICING*In this lesson, students explore the differences between producers, consumers, and decomposers and the roles these organisms play in food chains and food webs. They apply their knowledge in an experiential format to sort organisms into categories based on what they consume. Students trace the flow of energy through the trophic levels in a food chain and food web. They also discover how the amount of available energy changes from one trophic level to another and watch a vide
Bring the excitement of learning about backyard chicken breeds into your classroom with "Go Peck," an engaging and educational card game designed for students. This original game, inspired by the classic Go Fish, introduces students to 26 different breeds of chickens, each card featuring basic facts to help them get acquainted with the diversity in the world of backyard poultry. What's Included:26 beautifully designed playing cards featuring 26 unique chicken breedsBasic facts about each breed,
I created these posters to brighten up my classroom and help remind my students "which way is what?" The first set is HORIZONTAL & VERTICAL. The next set is ROWS & COLUMNS. They are both large enough to fit well on a medium to large whiteboard or blackboard. The third set is for your periodic table to remind student of groups and periods. These are smaller than the others for small to medium posters. For easy printing, each word is its own Google Slide file. The files are editable. S
Make learning about minerals fun and engaging with this Minerals Color by Number worksheet! Perfect for upper elementary and middle school science, this activity combines science content with a creative twist. Students will review important mineral properties while enjoying a relaxing color-by-number challenge. This worksheet works well as: A classroom activity A substitute lesson plan Early finisher work Homework or review practice A stress-free test prep tool What’s Included: ✅ 1 Mineral
This lesson is designed to be presented synchronously (live) or asynchronously at the student's pace. It includes: Balanced and Unbalanced Forces Google Slides with Pear Deck interactive questions42 colorful & engaging slides9 interactive Pear Deck slidesBalanced and Unbalanced Forces Interactive Guided Notes (Google Slides)Balanced and Unbalanced Forces Printable Guided Notes (Google Doc)In this lesson, students investigate the difference between a scientific law and a societal law, calculate
In this lesson, students learn the difference between physical and chemical changes and the different types of phase changes of matter. They review common chemical and physical properties of matter and learn to recognize substances that have gone through physical or chemical changes. The lesson ends with a practice activity that has students identify processes in nature that represent physical and chemical change. After completing this lesson, students should be able to answer the following ques
Engage your students in learning the human body systems with these editable Nervous & Musculoskeletal Google Slides and Guided Notes! This resource makes it easy to teach, review, and assess two major body systems using interactive Pear Deck slides and fillable or printable student notes. Perfect for middle school life science or anatomy lessons. 💡 What’s Included Editable Google Slides Presentation Covers key structures and functions of the nervous and musculoskeletal systems Built-in Pe
In this lesson, students will explore the various forms of weathering, erosion, and deposition and the landforms that result from each. After completing this lesson, students should be able to answer the following questions: How does moving water cause erosion and shape Earth's surface?How do waves shape Earth's surface?How do glaciers shape Earth's surface?What landforms are created by glacial erosion and deposition?How does wind shape Earth's surface?Topics covered- weathering, erosion, depos
I have over 21 years of experience teaching 5-12th grade Science in AZ. I also worked for NASA during the summers and I have gained very valuable knowledge and experience through that as well.
My own education history
I have a BS in Marketing with a minor in Biology. I also have a MA in Secondary Educational Curriculum as well as a MA in Educational Leadership.
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