Teaching Sci
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Pennsylvania, United States
About the store
Hi teacher friends! 👋
I’m a certified science teacher with 9+ years of experience teaching middle school life science, and I absolutely love creating resources that make your classroom easier and your lessons more engaging. Every activity I make is teacher-tested, student-approved, and designed to blend creativity with clear, standards-aligned science instruction.
I earned my B.S in 4–8 Science Education and a Master’s in Instructional Media, where I focused on building student-centered learning experiences that pair purposeful technology with research-based best practices. I’m passionate about project-based learning, inquiry activities, and creating materials that meet the needs of today’s digital learners.
My goal is simple:
To help busy teachers bring science to life with hands-on, meaningful, and ready-to-use resources—without adding extra stress to your plate.
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STEM Careers | Animal Behavior Scientist | Text & Questions | Puzzle & Coloring
Make learning about STEM careers engaging, creative, and inspiring with this Iain Couzin Animal Behavior Scientist resource!In this ready to use activity pack, students explore the fascinating career of a scientist who studies how animals behave and interact while building reading comprehension and critical thinking skills. Centered around Iain Couzin, a real life ethologist who investigates animal behavior and collective movement, this resource introduces students to the world of animal science
4th - 12th
Biology, General Science, Other (Science)
Comparative Anatomy Fugglers: Homologous vs. Analogous Structures | Low Prep
Homologous vs. Analogous Structures | Middle School Science | NGSS-Aligned Get ready for a weird, wacky, and wildly engaging way to teach evolution! In this hands-on activity, students explore comparative anatomy using quirky “Ugglers” to determine whether traits are homologous or analogous...all while building a deeper understanding of how organisms change over time. Students will analyze unique creature traits (like spiral eyes, horns, fur, and teeth), compare structures, and justify their re
6th - 12th
Anatomy, Basic Principles, Biology
NGSS
MS-LS4-3
, HS-LS4-1
, MS-LS4-2
STEM Careers | Bat Scientist | Text & Questions| Coloring Page| Low Prep!
Make learning about STEM careers engaging, creative, and inspiring with this Nancy Simmons, Chiropterologist resource! In this ready-to-use activity pack, students explore the fascinating career of a bat scientist while building reading comprehension and critical thinking skills. Centered around Nancy Simmons, a real-life chiropterologist (a scientist who studies bats), this resource introduces students to the world of animal science, biodiversity, and research careers in an accessible, studen
4th - 9th
Biology
NGSS
MS-LS4-3
, HS-LS4-2
, HS-LS4-1
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Skittle DNA Model |Hands-On|Snack-tivity|Perfect for St.Patrick's Day!| Low Prep
Overview:Bring DNA to life in your classroom with this hands-on, edible activity using Skittles! Students will explore the structure of DNA, learn how bases pair together, and model the double helix...all while tasting the rainbow! This activity reinforces key genetics concepts such as base pairing, the sugar-phosphate backbone, and gene structure through interactive, engaging learning. What’s Included: Step-by-step Skittles DNA activity instructions Editable DNA template for student modeling Su
6th - 12th
Biology
NGSS
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-1
, HS-LS1-1
Levels of Ecological Organization Foldable
This foldable can be used to assess students' understanding of the ecological levels of organization. It also makes a great study tool! Students select a biome and sketch examples of the levels of organization within that biome. Use the foldable flaps to summarize/define each level.
4th - 10th
Biology, Environment, Science
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About the store
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Hi teacher friends! 👋
I’m a certified science teacher with 9+ years of experience teaching middle school life science, and I absolutely love creating resources that make your classroom easier and your lessons more engaging. Every activity I make is teacher-tested, student-approved, and designed to blend creativity with clear, standards-aligned science instruction.
I earned my B.S in 4–8 Science Education and a Master’s in Instructional Media, where I focused on building student-centered learning experiences that pair purposeful technology with research-based best practices. I’m passionate about project-based learning, inquiry activities, and creating materials that meet the needs of today’s digital learners.
My goal is simple:
To help busy teachers bring science to life with hands-on, meaningful, and ready-to-use resources—without adding extra stress to your plate.
Teaching style
My teaching style is student-centered, visual, and interactive. I believe in making science memorable through analogies, movement, storytelling, and design...so students don’t just memorize concepts, they connect with them.
Awards & shining teacher moments
I was honored to receive my district’s EDGE Teacher Award for consistently innovating, engaging students, and bringing science to life in meaningful, memorable ways!
Shining Teacher Moment-I develop lessons and activities that spark students’ love for science, including hands-on labs, creative projects, and festive, interactive units that combine learning with fun. I love seeing students’ excitement and curiosity in the moment—and it’s always such a joy when students from past years come back to visit, peek in on class, and say, “Remember when…” as we share new science adventures!
My own education history
I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education and a Master’s degree focused on Instructional Media and Technology, which allows me to blend strong, research-based pedagogy with digital tools and design that support all learners. I’m also currently completing my STEM endorsement to further expand my expertise in science education. I’m passionate about lifelong learning and continuously exploring new strategies, tools, and approaches to make science engaging, meaningful, and accessible for every student.
Additional biographical information
If you ever have questions, need advice, or want to see more resources on a particular topic, please reach out! I love connecting with fellow teachers and creating materials that make your classroom easier and more engaging.
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