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Saint Louis, Missouri, United States
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I work at an inner city Catholic school with a large immigrant and refugee population. I have been teaching science to grades 5-8 since 2002.
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Preview of 5th Grade Amplify Science:  Modeling Matter End of Unit Test

5th Grade Amplify Science: Modeling Matter End of Unit Test

This is an End of Unit test for the Modeling Matter unit for the 5th grade Amplify Science curriculum. It contains 25 questions that review concepts from the entire unit. What's included Microsoft Word document version of the test that is fully editableA link that will take you to a google doc version of the test that is fully editableBelow are all of my Amplify Science products for 5th grade. Each product was specifically made to match the content covered in each Amplify unit. Patterns of Eart
Preview of 5th Grade Amplify Science:  Earth System Ch 1-4 Test

5th Grade Amplify Science: Earth System Ch 1-4 Test

This is a test for the 5th Grade Earth System unit for the 5th grade Amplify Science curriculum. It covers information from Chapters 1-4. A few of the questions are the same from my Chapter 1-2 test. It does not contain questions about chemical reactions from Chapter 5. It has 25 questions: 14 multiple choice, 4 matching, 7 true/false. The download is a PDF file and it contains a link to the editable Google Doc version. An answer key is included. Below are all of my other Amplify Scienc
Preview of 5th Grade Amplify Science: Earth System Ch 1 & Ch 2 Test

5th Grade Amplify Science: Earth System Ch 1 & Ch 2 Test

This is a test for the 5th Grade Earth System unit for the 5th grade Amplify Science curriculum. It covers the information presented in Chapter 1 and Chapter 2. The test consists of 20 questions:  14 multiple choice and 6 matching.  The download is a Microsoft Word file and it contains a link to a Google Doc version.  Both files are editable.  An answer key is included. Below are all of my other Amplify Science products for 5th grade. Each product was specifically made to match the content cover
Preview of 5th Grade Amplify Science Modeling Matter Chapter 1 Test

5th Grade Amplify Science Modeling Matter Chapter 1 Test

This test assesses the concepts taught in Chapter 1 of Amplify Science's Modeling Matter unit. It has 20 questions and does not include the writing prompts from Amplify's End of Unit Assessment. What's included Microsoft Word document version of the test that is fully editableA link that will take you to a google doc version of the test that is fully editableA link to two online studystack flashcards to help students studyBelow are all of my Amplify Science products for 5th grade. Each product
Preview of 5th Grade Amplify Science: Patterns of Earth and Sky Ch 1 Test/Assessment

5th Grade Amplify Science: Patterns of Earth and Sky Ch 1 Test/Assessment

Description This is a test for Amplify Science's 5th Grade Earth and Sky curriculum. It covers the information presented in Chapter 1. The test consists of 16 questions:  5 multiple choice, 5 true/false and 6 open responses. This test DOES NOT include the questions from the End of Unit Assessment created by Amplify Science. The download is a PDF file and it contains a link to a Google Doc version.  The Google Doc is editable and can easily be converted to a Microsoft Word file. An answer key is
Preview of Amplify Science: Modeling Matter Ch 2 Review/Test

Amplify Science: Modeling Matter Ch 2 Review/Test

Note: This product will not be useful to you unless your school uses the Amplify Science curriculum. For more information about Amplify, visit- https://amplify.com/programs/amplify-science/- https://youtu.be/7VM5H-MRauEThis resource is designed to help students review key concepts from Chapter 2 of the Amplify Science: Modeling Matter unit for 5th grade. Your purchase includes the following: Two quick-check worksheets that are aligned with the Chapter 1 lessons. Each quick check has about 7-8
Preview of Atomic Number and Atomic Mass Practice

Atomic Number and Atomic Mass Practice

This one page worksheet provides your students the opportunity to identify the atomic number, mass, and name of 9 different atoms. This is an excellent practice worksheet to do after presenting my powerpoint on atoms. Students will need their own copy of a periodic table to complete the worksheet. The answer key is included.
Preview of Observations and Inferences Science Practice Worksheet

Observations and Inferences Science Practice Worksheet

This resource is designed to help students practice identifying observations and inferences.  The last two questions require students to create their own inferences based on the observation provided.  This product is helpful to any science class, but I use it specifically with the 5th grade Modeling Matter unit that is part of the Amplify Science curriculum.   If your students need more practice, check out my online Boomcard flashcards.  The questions and answers on my boomcard decks are simila
Preview of Scientific Method PowerPoint

Scientific Method PowerPoint

This PowerPoint uses a Lego inspired theme to introduce the scientific method to middle school students. It is the follow-up to my Lab Vocab PowerPoint. It begins with having the students discuss what three pieces of knowledge the remaining people should know if the world was taken over by zombies and all technology and communications were lost. The presentation then guides the students to realize that the scientific method is the ultimate resource for solving problems and developing new tech
Preview of Basic Atom Quiz

Basic Atom Quiz

This quiz will assess your student's understanding of the basic anatomy of an atom, atomic number, atomic mass, basic concepts of matter, and how to determine the name of an atom by using the atomic number and a periodic table. Students will need their own copy of the periodic table in order to complete the quiz. This quiz assesses all the concepts covered in my powerpoint on atoms.
Preview of Observe & Infer Science Boomcards

Observe & Infer Science Boomcards

Product PreviewClick here for a short preview of the deck. Select “Full-Sized Preview” to ensure that all features work correctly.  You do not need a Boom™ Learning account to see the preview. Product DetailsThis product includes a PDF download that contains a link to a Boom™ Card deck that was made specifically to review the different between observations and inferences. It also includes detailed instructions on how to assign Boom™ Cards to your students and best practices on how to use them in
Preview of Atoms PowerPoint - Uneditable

Atoms PowerPoint - Uneditable

This PowerPoint presentation covers the following concepts: basic anatomy of atoms, atomic number, atomic mass, and how to use the periodic table to determine an atom's name. Links to online videos and demonstrations are embedded in the presentation. I can't guarantee that the links will be active, but I will do my best to keep them updated. This presentation is in PDF format and isn't editable. Check out the other products in my store related to this presentation: Atom Presentation Stud
Preview of Indirect Observation Lab

Indirect Observation Lab

This lab will help your students understand how scientists use indirect observations to learn about our everyday world. I use this lab in conjunction with my powerpoint on atoms so the students will have a better understanding of how it is possible to know about atoms without directly seeing them. I suggest doing the lab in pairs. Materials needed for each pair: one sturdy folder, painter's tape or another type of thick tape that is easy to remove, 3 small blocks, and one marble. The second
Preview of Atoms PowerPoint Student Notes

Atoms PowerPoint Student Notes

Students can use these notes to follow along during my atoms presentation.
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About the store

Experience

I work at an inner city Catholic school with a large immigrant and refugee population. I have been teaching science to grades 5-8 since 2002.

Teaching style

I believe that students learn best when they are in the cortex of their brain. Therefore, I use the Whole Brain Teaching method in conjunction with my PowerPoints. I incorporate many activities into my lessons that require student repetition, hand motions, and class chants that keep the whole class engaged. It is hard to be a passive learner in my classroom because you have to continually turn to your neighbor and tell them what you just learned with hand motions and a silly tone of voice. Then, the lesson concepts are tested and explored during group discussions, internet explorations, or hands on activities. When students are engaged and having fun, it is easier for their brains to retain what they are learning.

Awards & shining teacher moments

I received the Archbishop Raymond Burke Teacher Recognition Award in 2010.

My own education history

I have B.S. in Elementary Education at the University of North Texas with a specialty in Reading and a focus in Music. After realizing how much I love teaching science, I earned a middle school science certification.