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I am a Nationally Board Certified Mid-Level Generalist and have been a teacher for 20+ years. I have always taught the sixth grade and just LOVE them! Prior to teaching I worked in the health insurance industry as a Marketing Representative. I love integrating technology into the curriculum as much as possible. My blog: yoursmarticles.com focuses on strategies for technology integration. Through conferences, seminars and training sessions I share my experience with other teachers as much as possible!
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Energy Transfer STEM Project (with CER template)
Creating a Rubber Band Car is an AMAZING way for students to practice collecting data and making observations to support energy transfer (kinetic to potential) while students exercise their STEM (STEAM) skills. Meet NGSS Standard: MS-PS3-5 Construct, use and present an argument to support the claim that when work is done on or by a system, the energy of the system changes as energy is transferred to or from the system. This EDITABLE DOCUMENT provides a template, material list, data collectio
4th - 7th
Other (Science), Physical Science, Science
NGSS
MS-PS3-5
Particle Motion and Thermal Energy Model (MS-PS1-4)
Particle Motion & Thermal Energy Model Guide | NGSS-Aligned Science ActivityBring particle motion and thermal energy changes to life with this interactive modeling activity! This resource is designed to help students develop a visual model that predicts and describes how particle motion, temperature, and states of matter change when thermal energy is added or removed. Aligned with NGSS Standard MS-PS1-4, this activity encourages students to think critically about phase changes and molecular mov
6th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science, Science
NGSS
MS-PS1-4
Spring Circuit Stem Challenge
Paper circuitry is an AMAZING ways for students to practice their STEM (STEAM) skills and circuit projects are great additions to any Makerspace. This EDITABLE DOCUMENT provides a template, material list, content background, and step-by-step instructions to create a Daisy Circuit (series) project with LED lights. The project includes instructional objectives, background information and guided instruction with a template that allows students to guide themselves through this amazing project.
3rd - 8th
Basic Principles, Engineering, General Science
Tinkercad - Design a Molecule
Tinkercad is GREAT for introducing students to 3D Design and 3D modeling. The easy interface lets students being exploring how to place and manipulate shapes in a 3D space almost immediately...it even has GREAT tutorials! This product encourages students to design a molecule in Tinkercad. Using the website Molview.org, students explore a variety of compound molecules and then attempt to recreate the molecule design in Tinkercad. After students create their 3D molecule design, they use Google
5th - 9th
Chemistry, Engineering, Physical Science
Green Screen Book Review - with Do Ink! (EDITABLE)
This PRINT AND GO project includes a COMPLETE project outline from start to finish for creating super hero/super power themed Green Screen recorded Book Reviews.
Included in this SUPER project is:
#1. A graphic organizer for structuring a thorough book review using the elements of plot (exposition, climax, resolution, etc.) The book review encourages a detailed evaluation of the novel.
#2. A step by step tutorial for downloading and using the Do Ink Green Screen App (FOR TEACHERS)
#3.
4th - 7th
Computer Science - Technology, Reading, Writing
CCSS
W.6.4
, W.6.5
, W.6.6
+2
Tinkercad Cuneiform Tablet
Interested in incorporating more STEM? Fascinated by 3D Design? Whether or not you have a 3D printer, you can give this project a try! Included are STEP BY STEP directions AND a video tutorial to help you on your students on their way to designing a Tinkercad project that corresponds with instruction of Ancient Mesopotamia....a cuneiform tablet!
This project provides a printable handout of background historical information about cuneiform and guides them through the process of using Tinkerca
4th - 10th
Computer Science - Technology, Social Studies, World History
Butterfly Life Cycle Merge Cube
This adorable augmented reality project will bring STEM into your classroom! Step by step directions, a video tutorial and a Google Slide template is provided so that your students can demonstrate their understanding of the butterfly life cycle AND create a 3D Merge Cube project....including some basic CODING that allows the butterflies to fly around the cube! Educational and FUN!! ✨Using Your Smarticles✨ ✨Have You Seen Merge Cube Products??✨ Mr. Body BRAIN Scavenger HuntSolar System Scavenger
3rd - 6th
General Science, Science
Also included in: CoSpaces Creations Bundle (with Merge Cube)
Shamrock Circuit Stem Challenge
Paper circuitry is an AMAZING ways for students to practice their STEM (STEAM) skills and circuit projects are great additions to any Makerspace. This EDITABLE DOCUMENT provides a template, material list, content background, and step-by-step instructions to create a Shamrock Circuit project with LED lights.
The project includes instructional objectives, background information and guided instruction with a template that allows students to guide themselves through this amazing project. Allow s
3rd - 8th
Engineering, Other (Science)
Law of Conservation of Matter Model (MS-PS1-5)
Law of Conservation of Matter Model Guide | NGSS-Aligned Science ActivityEngage your students with this hands-on modeling activity designed to deepen their understanding of the Law of Conservation of Matter! This resource aligns with NGSS Standard MS-PS1-5, guiding students to develop and use a model to show that the total number of atoms remains constant in a chemical reaction, ensuring mass is conserved. ✅ What’s Included?Task Overview – Clear instructions to set expectations.Reaction Resou
6th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science, Science
NGSS
MS-PS1-5
Christmas Circuit Stem Challenge
Paper circuitry is an AMAZING ways for students to practice their STEM (STEAM) skills and circuit projects are great additions to any Makerspace. This EDITABLE DOCUMENT provides a template, material list, content background, and step-by-step instructions to create a Penguin Circuit project with LED lights that says, "It's penguining to look a lot like Christmas!"
The project includes instructional objectives, background information and guided instruction with a template that allows students to
3rd - 7th
Computer Science - Technology, Engineering
Interacting Objects (Kinetic/Potential Energy) Model (MS-PS3-2)
Interacting Objects: Potential & Kinetic Energy Model GuideHelp your students visualize and model the transformation of potential and kinetic energy with this complete NGSS-aligned resource! This hands-on activity guides students through creating a scientific model that demonstrates how objects interacting at a distance store and transfer energy—an essential concept in your NGSS aligned Physical Science Classroom. What’s Included:✅ Teacher Directions – Step-by-step instructions for implementing
6th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science, Science
NGSS
MS-PS3-2
Engineering Design Challenge - Paper Chain Plastic Bag
This NGSS Aligned lesson provides students with an engineering design challenge scenario that is relevant to today's life: the plastic bag ban at grocery stores. Students have to create a replacement for a plastic bag using paper strips and a stapler; in essence, they need to make a paper chain plastic bag. The handy worksheets guide students through the process of establishing a problem, identifying constraints and establishing criteria as well as creating (and iterating) their attempt at
4th - 8th
Computer Science - Technology, Other (Science), Science
Interactive Wave Model Display Board
Are you looking for an innovative and dynamic way to teach your students about waves and their properties? Look no further! Our "Wave Model Display Project" is designed to align with NGSS Standard MS-PS4-1 BUT allowing for a fun, hands-on way to create a model making it an essential addition to your teaching toolkit. This project guide not only supports students in understanding the anatomy of waves but also engages them through hands-on, differentiated activities. 1. Standards-Aligned Content:T
5th - 8th
General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-PS4-2
October Robot STEM Challenge
Creating mini-robots is an AMAZING ways for students to practice their STEM (STEAM) skills and these October themed project is a great addition to any Makerspace. This EDITABLE DOCUMENT provides a template, material list, content background, and step-by-step instructions to create a Spidey Robot (a Vibrobot) to be specific. With a sliced Pool noodle, a pager ERM motor and some basic arts and craft supplies your kids will be DELIGHTED with their spinning jiggling creatures. The project includes
3rd - 8th
Computer Science - Technology
Energy World with CoSpacesEDU
If you're in need of a GREAT STEM addition to your Science classroom, this project is PERFECT. Students apply their knowledge of the different forms of energy and create a virtual world that demonstrates energy in a variety of ways. Imagine a windmill as an example of Mechanical Energy or eating food as Chemical Energy or the sound of a pink oink-in as Sound Energy. With CoSpacesEDU, students can create "virtually" any world they desire! This project guide sheet provides DETAILED directions i
4th - 7th
General Science, Physical Science
Erosion and Weathering Digital Postcard (Distance Learning)
The 3-2-1 Postcard is a great reflective/summative piece for students after learning new concepts. Students create a postcard with 3 facts, 2 questions and 1 opinion about their experience and include an image suitable to their topic. For this project, students search for an image of an item that has been impacted by weathering and/or erosion. They insert that image and label it on a blank postcard. Students then type a 3-2-1 paragraph about their discovery and proceed to decorate their postca
4th - 8th
Earth Sciences, Science
Valentine's Day Project with Iron Filings
Looking for a unique Valentine's Day project? Here's an idea...resurrect the "Wooly Willy" from the past and have student create their own Valentine using Iron Filings! Students will love sharing (or keeping) this interactive Valentine that allows iron filings to move around on the page using a magnet to give the a character hair, mustache, beard, mutton chops...whatever! Chose from 4 'puntastic' character cards or have students draw their own on the blank card that is also included. On the ba
3rd - 7th
General Science
Mars Rover Perseverance Research Merge Cube
Support Science standards and student interest in the Mars Rover Perseverance with this fun and engaging Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality project! Students follow guiding questions on a set of Google Slides to create 5 informational slides based on the Mars Rover Perseverance. They then log-in to a CoSpaces account and upload images of the slides and move/position them into place on the Merge Cube and VOILA you have a student generated report cube viewable on a MergeCube!! To create this pr
3rd - 7th
Astronomy, Earth Sciences, Science
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Experience
I am a Nationally Board Certified Mid-Level Generalist and have been a teacher for 20+ years. I have always taught the sixth grade and just LOVE them! Prior to teaching I worked in the health insurance industry as a Marketing Representative. I love integrating technology into the curriculum as much as possible. My blog: yoursmarticles.com focuses on strategies for technology integration. Through conferences, seminars and training sessions I share my experience with other teachers as much as possible!
Teaching style
Unquestionably my teaching style is student-centered. Student inquiry and project based activities are my strengths coupled with technology integration.
Awards & shining teacher moments
FInd me on TikTok!! @MaryHoward118
Author: Artificial Intelligence to Streamline Your Teacher Life
National Board Certified Teacher
2018 and 2020 NYS Teacher of the Year Finalist
Certified BrainPop Educator
Apple Teacher
Google Certified Teacher Level 2
Lee Bryant Outstanding Technology
Teacher of the year 2014-2015
Published in 2013 NYSMSA'S In Transitions journal
Published in AMLE Magazine
Published iBook on Student ENgagement
Presenter at ISTE, NYSMA, NYSCATE and many other conferences on technology integration
Author of Yoursmarticles.blogspot.com and yoursmarticles.com
My own education history
1991 Graduated from Michigan State University
2001 Obtained Masters Degree
and teaching certificate PRE-K through 6
60+ hours above masters credit
Additional biographical information
Mother of 3 sons (and a charming cavalier spaniel), runner and ice hockey player. I love my job and put all of my energy into doing what's best for students.
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