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Newtons Laws of Motion Scavenger Hunt Activity for 8th Grade | Self-Checking
Tired of searching for newtons laws of motion activities that actually get 8th graders moving and thinking? This 8th grade newtons laws of motion scavenger hunt activity is self-checking and perfect for stations, test prep, early finishers, or review days. 📋 What's Included: 12 scavenger hunt cards1 table set1 constructed student response sheet1 simple student response sheetDirections and teacher tipsAnswer keys for both response sheets💛 Why You'll Love It: This resource is print and go, s
6th - 10th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.8.7.B
HR Diagram Riddle Activity | Classifying Stars |8th Grade Science & STAAR PREP
Make reviewing the Hertzsprung-Russell Diagram more engaging with this fun, puzzle-style activity! Students will use the HR Diagram to answer questions about star classification and the life cycle of stars. As they work through each question, they will collect letters that help them solve a space-themed riddle. This activity is perfect for keeping students focused and engaged during review days, stations, or test prep. 🧠 Skills Covered: Interpreting the HR Diagram Classifying stars by temp
6th - 9th
Astronomy, General Science, Physical Science
TEKS
SCIENCE.8.9.A
Roll the Dice Game: HR Diagram | Review Game | 8th Grade Science & STAAR Prep
Looking for a fun, interactive way to help students analyze the Hertzsprung–Russell (H-R) Diagram while strengthening their constructed response skills? This Roll the Dice Game gets students thinking critically, writing with purpose, and engaging deeply with content! Students roll a die and complete a task based on their number—making this activity perfect for review, practice, and deeper analysis of stars and their properties. 🧠 What Students Will Do:Students will: 👉 Interpret the H-R D
6th - 9th
Astronomy, General Science, Physical Science
TEKS
SCIENCE.8.9.A
Periodic Table of Elements Maze Worksheet | Middle School Science Review
Looking for a fun, interactive way to help students identify elements using groups and periods on the periodic table?This Periodic Table Maze gets students actively reviewing periodic table organization while reinforcing their understanding of groups, periods, and element placement. Instead of completing a traditional worksheet, students navigate through the maze by selecting the correct element at each step.Perfect for review, practice, reinforcement, and test prep!🧠 What Students Will Do:Stud
6th - 9th
Chemistry, General Science, Physical Science
Body Systems Riddle Activity | 8th Grade Science & STAAR Prep
Looking for a fun and engaging way to review human body systems? This Body Systems Riddle Activity gets students actively thinking as they identify body systems, collect letters from their answers, and solve a mystery riddle at the end!Students use clues to determine which body system is being described, then use designated letters from each answer to uncover the punchline. It's a great alternative to traditional worksheets while reinforcing important science vocabulary and concepts.🧠 What Stud
6th - 9th
Anatomy, Biology, General Science
TEKS
SCIENCE.7.13.A
Cell Function Riddle Activity | Unit Review | 8th Grade & Science STAAR Prep
Looking for an engaging way to review cell organelles and their functions? This Cell Functions Riddle Activity combines science vocabulary practice with a fun mystery challenge that keeps students motivated and thinking! Students use the word bank to answer questions about cell structures and organelles. As they complete each answer, they collect specific letters to solve the riddle. The result is a low-prep activity that reinforces key concepts while adding an element of fun and problem-solv
6th - 9th
Anatomy, Biology, General Science
TEKS
SCIENCE.8.13.A
Wavelength Label Activity | Unit Review| 8th Grade & Science STAAR Prep
Looking for an engaging way to help students practice identifying parts of a wave? This hands-on labeling activity helps students build a deeper understanding of wave vocabulary by connecting terms directly to a transverse wave diagram! Students will label the parts of a wave using vocabulary cards while reinforcing important science concepts through visual and interactive practice. This resource includes TWO versions for flexible classroom use! 🧠 What Students Will Practice:👉 Identifying
6th - 9th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.8.8.A
Wavelength Vocabulary Match Activity | 8th Grade & Science STAAR Prep
Looking for an engaging way to help students review and reinforce waves vocabulary? This hands-on cut, match, and glue activity helps students build a deeper understanding of key wave concepts while incorporating visuals and vocabulary practice! Students will match definitions, vocabulary words, and wave diagrams to strengthen comprehension and make meaningful connections between terms and visual representations. 🧠 What Students Will Practice:👉 Identifying key waves vocabulary 👉 Interpret
6th - 9th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.8.8.A
Vocabulary Pyramid: Matter & Energy | Review Game | 6th-8th Grade & STAAR Prep
Looking for a fun and interactive way to review vocabulary in your classroom? Vocabulary Pyramid is a high-energy, gamified review game that gets students talking, thinking, and collaborating while reinforcing key academic vocabulary. Students work in teams as one partner provides science-based hints while the other partner tries to correctly guess the vocabulary word. The challenge? All hints must be content-related, encouraging students to explain scientific concepts and use academic language.
6th - 9th
Basic Principles, Chemistry, General Science
TEKS
SCIENCE.6.6.C
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Average Speed & Motion Graphs Google Slide Activity | 7th Grade Science & STAAR
Looking for an engaging, no-prep way to review Force & Motion concepts before STAAR or your end-of-unit test? This interactive Google Slides assignment is designed to help students practice average speed and motion graph interpretation in a variety of meaningful ways! Students will stay engaged while reviewing key concepts through a mix of calculation, drag-and-drop, and critical thinking activities. 🧠 What Students Will Practice:👉 Calculating average speed👉 Interpreting distance vs. t
6th - 9th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.7.7.A
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Dicey Anatomy | Body Systems Review Game | 7th Grade Science & STAAR Prep
Make human body systems review interactive and engaging with Dicey Anatomy, a fun dice-based activity that encourages students to analyze how body systems work together. Students roll the dice to generate random body system combinations and then explain how those systems interact. This activity helps reinforce key concepts while promoting higher-order thinking and discussion. What’s Included: ✔ Dicey Anatomy activity sheet ✔ Body systems term sets ✔ Student response section Perfect For: End-of-
6th - 9th
Biology, General Science, Other (Science)
TEKS
SCIENCE.7.13.A
Body System Bank | Body Systems Review Activity | 7th Grade Science & STAAR Prep
Make body systems review more engaging with Body System Bank, a fun, game-style writing activity that gets students using body system vocabulary in context. Students choose nine Body System cards, place them on a grid, and write a paragraph explaining what they learned while correctly using the vocabulary from each card. Each card has a fictional dollar amount—every correctly used term earns money! Students total their “earnings” at the end, making writing practice feel like a challenge inst
6th - 9th
Anatomy, Biology, General Science
TEKS
SCIENCE.7.13.A
Body Systems Review Odd One Out Activity | 7th Grade Science & STAAR Prep
Challenge students to think critically about human body systems with this Odd One Out review activity. Students analyze groups of body system terms and determine which one does not belong, explaining their reasoning using scientific evidence. This activity promotes deeper understanding of how body systems function and interact while strengthening reasoning and discussion skills. What’s Included: ✔ Odd One Out activity sheet ✔ Body system term sets ✔ Student explanation section Perfect For: End
6th - 9th
Anatomy, Biology, General Science
TEKS
SCIENCE.7.13.A
Body Systems Review Stations Activities Bundle | 8th Grade Science & STAAR Prep
Need an engaging way to wrap up your Human Body Systems unit without handing out another boring study guide? These 7 interactive review stations are designed specifically for 7th grade TEKS-aligned Life Science and are perfect for end-of-unit review or STAAR prep. Students rotate through skill-based activities that reinforce system functions, organ relationships, and system interactions — all while staying actively engaged. ⭐ What’s Included: ✔ 7 Ready-to-Use Body Systems Review Stations Dice
6th - 9th
Anatomy, General Science, Science
TEKS
SCIENCE.7.13.A
Atom Diagram Template for Labs Stations & Notes | Middle School Science
Help students develop a deeper understanding of atomic structure with this engaging collection of review activities! Students will build and analyze atom models, identify misconceptions, and explain their thinking using critical-thinking prompts designed to reinforce key concepts.This resource includes both a versatile atom diagram template and a free Odd One Out activity that encourages students to compare vocabulary, evaluate scientific claims, and identify errors in atomic models.Perfect for
8th - 11th
Chemistry, General Science, Physical Science
TEKS
SCIENCE.CHEM.6.A
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Student Information Sheet Printable for 6th 7th & 8th Grade Science
Start the school year with meaningful insights about your students and their families! This 2-page Student Information Sheet helps teachers gather important contact information, learning preferences, student interests, goals, and family details—all in one easy-to-use resource.Unlike traditional student information forms, this flexible survey can be completed by students, parents/guardians, or both, making it perfect for gathering information that supports communication, relationship-building, cl
6th - 9th
For All Subjects, General Science, Not Subject Specific
Lunar Cycle Pixel Art Activity | Middle School Science Review & STAAR Prep
Looking for a fun and interactive way to reinforce the lunar cycle? This Google Sheets pixel art activity allows students to predict the phases that come before or after while receiving instant feedback as they complete the task! What’s Included?Lunar Cycle Vocabulary Practice:Full MoonNew Moon1st Quarter3rd QuarterWaxing CrescentWaxing GibbousWaning CrescentWaning GibbousSelf-Checking Google Sheets Activity – Students enter their answers, and each correct response reveals color, eventually
6th - 9th
General Science, Physical Science, Science
Body Systems Matching Activity for 8th Grade Science | Unit Review & Test Prep
Looking for an engaging way to help students review body systems, their functions, and structures? This Body Systems Card Sort is a hands-on activity that gets students actively involved while reinforcing key concepts! Students will match images, system names, and functions, helping them build strong connections and deepen their understanding of how each body system works. 🧠 What Students Will Practice:👉 Identifying body systems 👉 Matching structures to functions👉 Making connections bet
6th - 9th
Biology, General Science, Science
Lab Safety Riddle Worksheet | Middle School Science | First Week of School
Get students engaged in learning essential lab safety procedures with this fun and interactive Lab Safety Riddle Activity! Students answer vocabulary-based questions using a word bank, then use selected letters from their answers to solve a science-themed riddle.Perfect for the first week of school, introducing science classroom expectations, reviewing laboratory safety equipment, or reinforcing important safety concepts before students begin hands-on investigations.🔬 Lab Safety Vocabulary Cove
6th - 9th
Chemistry, General Science, Other (Science)
Who Done It Identifying Atoms Activity | Middle School Science & STAAR Prep
Looking for a creative way to help students compare fingerprints and protons? "Who Done It?" is an engaging, inquiry-based activity that gets students thinking like detectives! What’s Included? Two Short Informational Reading Passages:The science behind fingerprints and their unique importance.The role of protons in identifying elements. Two Interactive Activities:Fingerprint Investigation: Activates prior knowledge by exploring why fingerprints are unique and important.Proton Comparison: St
6th - 10th
Chemistry, General Science, Science
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8th Grade Science
7th Grade Science
Awards & shining teacher moments
Favorite Teacher 2016 - 2017
Formative Assessment Cohort Liaison 2016 - 2017
Rookie of the Year Teacher 2012-2013
Best Teacher Website 2012-2013
My own education history
MEd in Sports Admin: Concordia University Texas, 2015 - 2016
BS in ALD: The University of Texas at Austin, 2007 - 2010
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Welcome to Texas Teacher B!
As a former middle school science teacher (2012–2023), I know the power of engaging lessons in transforming student learning. With over a decade of experience teaching 7th and 8th grade in low-income schools, I developed strategies that not only motivated my students but also helped them achieve the highest scores in their schools. My success came from combining interactive, hands-on activities with strong classroom management—creating an environment where students were excited to learn.
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