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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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Modeling Practice with Dice (Polar Bear)
This NEW NGSS resource is just what you need to help students learn the process of developing scientific models. Designed to support ANY standard that has the Science and Engineering practice of developing and using a model, this lesson will show students (and you) precisely what is expected when they develop and use a model to explain phenomenon. Based on the Polar Bear dice game, this 24 page powerpoint will guide students through the process of modeling a phenomenon. Students are shown a
6th - 10th
General Science, Science
Qualitative vs. Quantitative Data
Getting students to recognize the importance of data collection in Science class is NO EASY TASK! Use this thorough instructional set to help students recognize (and practice identifying) the 2 types of data: qualitative and quantitative. Included in this COMPLETE LESSON PLAN is an instructional slide deck with dozens of practice examples, a printable worksheet for students to read AND complete practice examples as well as an image for students to independently analyze and identify qualitati
4th - 7th
General Science, Physical Science, Science
Identifying Variables in Science Lesson Plan
In this lesson, you'll get 3 digital interactive notebook pages using Google Slides (with matching printable pages!) The materials have an embedded video to help teach the concept, instructional information directly on the pages and an interactive options for students to demonstrate their understanding of the definitions AND practice identifying each type of variable in an investigation. A 25 slide Google Slide deck is also included with 2 dozen examples of actual investigations with variables h
6th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Science
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
Osmo Customizable Spelling Powerpoint Template
Have you seen Osmo?? Osmo has surfaced on the scene as the next generation in interactivity for the iPad. Check it out!! https://www.playosmo.com/
This product was created to help you customize content for your Osmo device! If you haven't seen Osmo, check it out first...It's pretty amazing! The Words app for Osmo is PERFECT for the classroom. It lets students slide tiles in front of the iPad screen (equipped with Osmo device) and answer questions, solve challenges. The best part is it c
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Spelling
I Have/Who Has - Loop Game: Latitude and Longitude
This great Latitude and Longitude Lesson Plan has students practicing their latitude/longitude skills. Included is access to a digital map with gridlines, matching latitude/longitude coordinates and locations on 25 I Have Who Has Cards ( The Loop Game ) and suggestions for game play! The lesson suits a 35 - 40 minute class period PERFECTLY and will comprehensively cover the topic.
Don't miss these FANTASTIC World History resources!
Ancient Man Newsletter
Ancient Greece Olympic Games
An
5th - 10th
Geography
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)
Context Clues Complete Lesson Plan
Master the Power of Context Clues with This Complete Lesson Plan!Looking for an engaging and effective way to teach students how to unlock the meaning of unknown words? This Using Context Clues Complete Lesson Plan provides all the tools you need to help your students become confident readers who can use context clues to enhance their comprehension. What’s Included:Interactive Slide Deck:A 12-slide presentation introducing the concept of context clues. This slide deck explains why and how conte
4th - 7th
Reading, Reading Strategies
CCSS
RL.5.1
, RL.5.4
, RF.5.3a
Plicker Keeper Bulletin Board Set
This bulletin board is a print-and-go display for your Plickers. Simply print out the powerpoint file and assemble your board.
Mount each Plicker (link to codes from Plicker.com is provided) on a cardboard backdrop that makes the Plickers more durable AND easier to use. Each Plicker letter corresponds with a LARGER letter that is easier for students to grasp and see.
Plickers can be mounted on this board numerically for ease of use and out of the way storage. Encourage students to "Pluck T
1st - 12th
For All Subjects
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
Pinwheel Vocabulary Puzzle...Life Sized
Looking for the ultimate in cooperative learning? Try this pinwheel puzzle!! This customizable Powerpoint Template will allow you to insert 13 of your own vocabulary words/definitions to create a life sized puzzle for your students to solve! The puzzle is made up of 10 pieces that match up via the words/definition. The final shape of the puzzle is 2 x 5 with a border that is a single word that ties together all of the words/definitions with a common theme....but don't tell that to the studen
2nd - 12th
For All Subjects
Physical vs. Chemical Changes Lesson Plan
If you're teaching your students how to recognize the difference between Physical and Chemical changes to support your NGSS classroom (MS-PS1-5), you'll appreciate this thorough Lesson Plan! Included is an instructional slide deck that assists you in teaching the concept of physical vs. chemical changes and it includes 12 examples of physical vs. chemical changes in an auto-correcting presentation with animations. Also included is a link to a suggested video with a video guide for students to
4th - 7th
General Science, Physical Science
NGSS
MS-PS1-2
, MS-PS1-5
Vocabulary Lacing Card
Create your OWN vocabulary lacing card with this CUSTOMIZABLE product!
Use the lacing card as a matching activity to practice vocabulary! Students (and you) know they’ve gotten all of the answers correct when they reveal the correct 4 digit code!
Better yet, use this as an element in an Escape Room or Breakout EDU to reveal the code for a 4 digit lock.
Provide students with the vocabulary match card and yarn. Students tape the end of the yarn to the back of the card and begin by connecting
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Vocabulary
Behavior Management Strategy
This FULL YEAR of editable assessment sheets allow you to assess and monitor student behavior as you head back to school this year!!! Coupled with a behavior management plan (See https://yoursmarticles.blogspot.com/p/behavior-management.html for some GREAT tips!) these sheets will become a valuable classroom management tool. There is one sheet per month. They come as a PowerPoint file and can be edited as needed. Each sheet includes month title, dates for 2019-2020 school year and boxes to m
4th - 11th
Law of Conservation of Matter - Matching Lace Up Card
Here's a FUN way to practice identifying chemical reactions that are balanced according to the Law of Conservation of Mass (Law of Conservation of Matter)...a printable lace up card! With 12 examples of reactants on the left and 12 products on the right, students will be able to lace their way through the card matching the reactant with the product. Simply print, punch holes and provide yarn!! When students are finished, they reveal a secret code to prove they got all of the correct matches.
5th - 8th
Chemistry, Physical Science
Percent, Decimal, Fraction I Have, Who Has Game
In need of a refresher or review on Percents, Decimals and Fractions? This FUN game might just do the trick! It's called an "I Have, Who Has" game. In this game, students announce a value that they are seeking declaring "who has". Another student has that value so they declare "I have". The game is circular so the student that starts is also the student that ends the game. The ONLY way it can be solved is for every answer to be correct thus completing the loop (this is sometimes referred t
4th - 8th
Math
Canva Bulk Create Daily Slides
Transform Your Classroom with Daily Inspiration: Quotes, Jokes, and Riddles for the Entire School Year!Make every day in your classroom engaging and fun with our comprehensive spreadsheet, designed to provide a unique quote, a joke of the day, and a riddle for each day of the school year. Perfectly formatted for easy import into Canva, this resource allows teachers to effortlessly create one slide a day using the bulk create feature. What's Included:Daily Quotes: Inspire and motivate your studen
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Bulletin Board Set - Growth Mindset
Colorful print and go growth mindset bulletin board with assortment of phrases to encourage your students to consider the RIGHT mindset for learning.
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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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