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➼ Degrees: M.Ed Curriculum & Instruction & BA Interdisciplinary Studies
➼ 9 years as a classroom teacher.
➼ 6 years as the department chair.
➼ 1 school
➼ 1 district
➼ 1 classroom
➼ Grades taught: 8th grade
➼ States taught: 1 (Texas)
➼ Certification: 4-8 Science
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Seasons: Temperature & Daylight Patterns (4.9A)
Make teaching TEKS 4.9A simple, engaging, and meaningful with this ready‑to‑use Seasons: Identifying Sequences & Predicting Patterns resource pack! This product includes a bright, student‑friendly slideshow and a rigorous practice worksheet designed to help 4th graders understand how temperature and daylight change across the seasons. The slideshow breaks down complex concepts into easy‑to‑follow visuals and explanations, while the worksheet provides STAAR‑aligned practice using multiple-choice
3rd - 6th
General Science, Other (Science)
Spinning Through the Sky (5.9A)
Teach Earth’s rotation and the day night cycle with this engaging and easy to understand resource aligned to TEKS 5.9A. This product includes a complete instructional slideshow and a corresponding student worksheet with fill in the blank notes and comprehension questions. Students learn how Earth rotates once every 24 hours, why that rotation causes day and night, how the Sun appears to move across the sky, and how shadows change in direction and length throughout the day. The slideshow breaks
4th - 7th
General Science, Other (Science)
Seasons in Motion: Understanding Earth’s Tilt & Revolution
Seasons in Motion is a complete instructional resource designed to support TEKS 6.9A, where students explain how Earth’s revolution and tilt cause seasonal changes. This packet includes: A guided slideshow that walks students through the reasons for the seasons step by stepPractice problems where students label diagrams of Earth’s tilt and seasonal positionsA short reading passage that reinforces key concepts in student-friendly languageA 5-question multiple choice quiz with an answer key for q
3rd - 8th
Earth Sciences, General Science, Other (Science)
Also included in: The STAAR Survival Kit: 6th Grade TEKS Edition
Spring Fling Fun-Post Spring Break Icebreakers
Welcome back from spring break with Spring Fling Fun! This exciting, spring-themed activity is designed to shake off the post-break blues and get students re-engaged in a lively, creative atmosphere. The activity includes: Would You Rather?: A fun and interactive game where students will answer quirky and spring-themed questions, sparking conversation and laughter.Spring-Themed Bingo: A bingo game full of fun, nature-inspired words that get everyone thinking about the sights, sounds, and experi
3rd - 10th, Higher Education
Creative Writing
Black History Science Activity
Students can either be put into groups or given one of the 5 scientist individually to do a bit of research on. They are given some background information and then asked a few questions to help them explore more about this important figure.
4th - 12th
Science, U.S. History
Vocabulary Poster Student Activity
Give students an objective, or 2, or 3 and then have them search for vocabulary words related to those topics and a related picture. This is a great way for them to take the topic and analyze it into its most important but basic parts...the key vocab words. It also serves as a visual reminder for these important words that students can use as a reference.
3rd - 11th
For All Subjects, Science, Vocabulary
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About the store
Experience
➼ Degrees: M.Ed Curriculum & Instruction & BA Interdisciplinary Studies
➼ 9 years as a classroom teacher.
➼ 6 years as the department chair.
➼ 1 school
➼ 1 district
➼ 1 classroom
➼ Grades taught: 8th grade
➼ States taught: 1 (Texas)
➼ Certification: 4-8 Science
Teaching style
My teaching style is student-centered and hands-on, with a strong focus on real-world application and active learning. I design classroom-tested, STAAR-aligned science resources that support critical thinking, provide clear scaffolding, and keep students engaged. All this while also saving teachers time with low-prep, easy-to-implement materials.
My own education history
Bachelors of Science in Interdisciplinary Studies (UTD)
Masters of Education in Science Curriculum and Instruction (UT Arlington)
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🔬 Why My Resources Work:
With a background in Science and Curriculum Writing, I know what works in the classroom. My materials are:
✅ Rigorous yet student-friendly – breaking down complex topics in ways that make sense.
✅ Test-focused but engaging – ensuring students are prepared without the boredom of traditional test prep.
✅ Teacher-approved & classroom-tested – created with real student success in mind!
🎯 Who I Help:
-Teachers looking for high-quality, low-prep resources.
-Students who need an extra push to pass or reach mastery.
-Educators who want to bring energy and confidence to their test prep!
Let’s make learning engaging, effective, and stress-free—one resource at a time! 🚀
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