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Welcome to My Store!
I'm so glad you're here!
My goal is simple: to help fellow middle grades teachers save time and feel confident with ready-to-go Social Studies and Science lessons that are engaging, standards-aligned, and easy to use. Whether you're planning for the year, unit planning, prepping for a sub, or just looking for something meaningful and fun for your students, I’ve got you covered.
Each resource is designed with both students and teachers in mind—clear instructions, thoughtful activities, and materials that are classroom-tested and ready to print or upload. I know how busy teachers are, and my hope is that my lessons give you more time to focus on what matters most—teaching and connecting with your students.
Thanks for stopping by, and happy teaching!
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What is Matter Packet - Article, Worksheets, Answer Key, Instructions
What is Matter? Article & PacketEngaging 5th Grade Science Resource – Student-Friendly, Substitute-Ready & Standards-Aligned!Make teaching physical science simple and meaningful with the What is Matter? Article & Packet! This resource helps students build a clear understanding of matter—its states, properties, and changes—while also strengthening reading comprehension and writing in science. What’s Included:Student-Friendly Article (2 pages)→ Clear, age-appropriate explanations of solids, l
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physical Science
Making Butter: Matter Change of Phase STEM Activity
GREAT Thanksgiving Activity! Engage your 5th-grade students with this hands-on, interactive Making Butter Activity! Aligned with Science Standard 5.PS1: Matter and Its Interactions, this activity helps students explore and document the physical changes of matter while creating something they can enjoy. What’s Included:Student Worksheet: Guides students through the process with sections for recording observations, data, and reflections.Teacher Instructions: Step-by-step instructions for setting
4th - 9th
Basic Principles, Science
Science Alphabet Book: End of Year / End of Semester Activity
This Science Alphabet Book Project is the perfect end-of-year activity that helps students review key vocabulary and concepts from across the year while allowing room for student voice, creativity, and choice. Both Digital and Printable Versions Available. Students will create their own A–Z science books, choosing a term, topic, or concept for each letter of the alphabet. For each page, students write a 2–3 sentence explanation and include a visual representation (drawn or digital). This activi
5th - 12th
Basic Principles
A Force & Motion Group Activity About Gravity: Swinging Into Gravity
This engaging activity brings Force & Motion and gravity to life as students work in groups to explore how swings move. Perfect for kinesthetic learners, “Swinging Into Gravity” helps students directly observe how gravity pulls objects toward Earth and affects motion patterns. With hands-on exploration, students become scientists as they observe, record, and reflect on real-world motion in action. Standards-Aligned Topic: Forces & Motion – Gravity Time Needed: 30–45 minutes What’s Included:O
5th - 8th
Basic Principles, General Science, Physics
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Welcome to My Store!
I'm so glad you're here!
My goal is simple: to help fellow middle grades teachers save time and feel confident with ready-to-go Social Studies and Science lessons that are engaging, standards-aligned, and easy to use. Whether you're planning for the year, unit planning, prepping for a sub, or just looking for something meaningful and fun for your students, I’ve got you covered.
Each resource is designed with both students and teachers in mind—clear instructions, thoughtful activities, and materials that are classroom-tested and ready to print or upload. I know how busy teachers are, and my hope is that my lessons give you more time to focus on what matters most—teaching and connecting with your students.
Thanks for stopping by, and happy teaching!
My own education history
Masters degree in Curriculum and Instruction with minor in History
BA in Social Science and Secondary Education with Minor in I have taught various subjects and grades since beginning my teaching career in 1999.
I was originally certified in Secondary Social Studies, but after moving to TN I added middle grades as well. I also have a minor and have taught 5th and 8th grade science sections in the past.
Much of my early material is still on paper, but as I convert the relevant items to a digital format I will post materials for sale.
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