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Welcome! I’m Mrs. Chartrand, a middle-school science teacher who loves creating hands-on, meaningful learning experiences. My classes thrive on creativity, problem solving, and projects that make students feel involved in and excited about science. Every resource in this store is something I’ve crafted, tested, and refined with real students. I hope what you find here helps make your teaching lighter and your lessons more fun, memorable and engaging!
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Science Starts with a Question! 4-Day Scientific Method Lab Series
Science Starts with a Question! – A 4-Day Scientific Method Lab SeriesLooking for a low-prep structured, engaging way to teach students how to ask meaningful, testable scientific questions? This 4-day resource walks students through every step of the scientific method in a way that’s accessible, standards-aligned, and student-driven. From brainstorming to experimentation to writing and peer review, this resource has everything you need for introducing testable questions and the scientific meth
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
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MS-ETS1-2
, MS-PS2-2
, MS-ETS1-1
Clothespin Squeeze Lab – Hypothesis Practice, Variables, and Averaging
Clothespin Squeeze Lab – Hypothesis Practice, Variables, and Data AnalysisLooking for a simple, hands-on activity that helps middle to high school students practice key science skills? This engaging lab explores the question: Does frequent video gameplay improve hand muscle endurance? Students test muscle fatigue using a clothespin, then analyze their results to build a deeper understanding of the scientific method. This resource is perfect for introducing or reviewing how to: Write a clear
6th - 9th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
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Welcome! I’m Mrs. Chartrand, a middle-school science teacher who loves creating hands-on, meaningful learning experiences. My classes thrive on creativity, problem solving, and projects that make students feel involved in and excited about science. Every resource in this store is something I’ve crafted, tested, and refined with real students. I hope what you find here helps make your teaching lighter and your lessons more fun, memorable and engaging!
Teaching style
My classroom is built on movement, conversation, and curiosity. I want students asking questions, experimenting, and discovering ideas for themselves. I keep learning fresh by mixing short instructional moments with hands-on investigations, teamwork, and going outside as often as possible to explore how science connects to the world around us.
Awards & shining teacher moments
STEAM Fair Facilitator
Department Chair
2024 Los Angeles County STEM Educator of the Year
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