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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
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➼ Grades taught: 8th grade
➼ States taught: 1 (Texas)
➼ Certification: 4-8 Science
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Master Middle School Physics with Engaging, Differentiated Lessons
Bring the physics unit to life with this TEKS 7.7B. 7.7C, 7.7D, 8.7A, & 8.7B bundle featuring hands-on labs, fun activities, & various worksheets with real-world applications! 10 different resources included!!! Many of them with answer keys for easy teacher grading or student self-check.One Bonus Activity Included!!!
5th - 12th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Speed, Velocity, and Acceleration Mini Packet 7.7B & 7.7C TEKS Review
Make motion concepts clear and memorable with this ready-to-use mini packet on speed, velocity, and acceleration! Designed for 7th or 8th grade science and aligned with TEKS 7.7B & 7.7C, this resource includes: ✅ A short, student-friendly reading that explains key terms with real-life examples and a touch of humor ✅ Practice questions to check understanding of definitions and formulas ✅ Multiple-choice questions that mirror STAAR-style wording ✅ A graphing challenge to push critical thinkin
5th - 10th
Basic Principles, Other (Science), Physics
TEKS
SCIENCE.7.7.B
, SCIENCE.7.7.C
Also included in: Master Middle School Physics with Engaging, Differentiated Lessons
Newton’s Laws in Action! Card Sort Activity (8.7B)
Help your 8th grade students move beyond memorizing Newton’s Laws and into true conceptual understanding with this interactive card sort activity aligned to Science TEKS 8.7B. In Newton’s Laws in Action!, students analyze real‑world systems (including rocket launches, vehicle restraints, sports activities, amusement park rides, Earth’s tectonic plates, and skateboarding) to determine how Newton’s 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Laws of Motion work together at the same time. Students work collaboratively
6th - 9th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Walk Through Motion: A Newton’s Laws & Forces Gallery Walk
This ready-to-use activity transforms your classroom into a gallery of motion and forces! Students rotate through 10 scenario posters that cover key middle school TEKS: 8.7A – Newton’s 2nd Law, acceleration, and the F = ma relationship 8.7B – Newton’s 3 Laws acting together in real-world systems 7.7B – Distinguishing speed and velocity in linear motion 7.7D – Calculating net force with balanced and unbalanced forces As they move in pairs or groups, students analyze real-world examples, perf
6th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: Master Middle School Physics with Engaging, Differentiated Lessons
Newton’s Laws in Action: The Seat Belt PSA Physics Project (8.7B)
Engage your students with a real-world application of Newton’s Laws. In this project, students are "hired" by the Richland Village Council to address community pushback against a new seat belt ordinance. Their mission is to create a compelling, science-based PSA that proves seat belts save lives using the laws of physics. This project-based learning (PBL) resource guides students through the process of connecting abstract concepts—like inertia and force—to a tangible safety device. Students must
7th - 12th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Claim It, Prove It, Explain It! CER for Circuits and Light Energy (5.8B & 5.8C)
Make CER click for your students with this Claim, Evidence, Reasoning (CER) packet for Circuits and Light Energy, aligned to TEKS 5.8B and 5.8C. This resource is designed to explicitly teach students how to think and write like scientists while exploring real‑world examples of electrical energy and light energy. ✨ What Makes This Resource Teacher‑Friendly:✔️ Can easily be broken into 3 days or sectionsDay 1: What is CER? Guided examples and practiceDay 2: Electrical energy (circuits, motors
4th - 7th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Calculating Net Force (6.7B/7.7D)
Make teaching net force simple and stress-free with this ready-to-use worksheet! Designed for TEKS 7.7D, this activity helps students master the rules for calculating net force. Students will review the rules, then apply their knowledge by solving 8 practice problems that reinforce understanding of balanced and unbalanced forces. It’s perfect for classwork, homework, or a quick review before a quiz. An answer key is included for easy grading or self-checking! ✅ Great for: Reinforcing net fo
5th - 9th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: Master Middle School Physics with Engaging, Differentiated Lessons
Straw Rocket Engineering Lab
🚀 Straw Rocket Engineering Lab | Newton’s Laws of Motion & Force PracticeLaunch your students’ understanding of force, motion, and Newton’s Laws with this exciting hands-on Straw Rocket Engineering Lab! In this activity, students take on the role of rocket engineers as they design, build, test, and analyze their own straw rockets using a classroom launcher. Aligned with TEKS 8.7A, 8.7C, & 7.7A, this lab challenges students to apply the laws of motion, calculate speed, acceleration, and f
6th - 9th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: Master Middle School Physics with Engaging, Differentiated Lessons
Newton’s Orchard: F=ma Apple Search
Turn your classroom into Newton’s orchard with this engaging, movement-based activity that helps students master force, mass, and acceleration! Students will solve F = ma word problems displayed on apple cutouts placed around the room. Each student receives one of three differentiated worksheets, guiding them to specific apples to collect their answers in a barrel. Most problems focus on solving for acceleration, but some require solving for force or mass to reinforce flexibility with the formul
6th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: Master Middle School Physics with Engaging, Differentiated Lessons
In Motion: Making Sense of Newton’s 3 Laws in Real-Life Systems (8.7B)
This TEKS-aligned resource is designed to help 8th grade students investigate and describe how Newton’s three laws of motion act simultaneously within real-world systems (TEKS 8.7B). The activity starts with simple, relatable scenarios where students practice recognizing one law at a time. As their understanding grows, they move into scaffolded examples that highlight how two or more laws interact in systems like rocket launching or tectonic plate movement. Finally, students are given a scena
6th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: Master Middle School Physics with Engaging, Differentiated Lessons
Bouncing Ball Lab (6.8)
In this hands-on science lab, students explore the relationship between the height from which a ball is dropped and the height of its first bounce. As students collect and record data at multiple drop heights, they analyze cause-and-effect relationships and use evidence to support scientific claims. This lab also reinforces energy concepts by guiding students to connect rebound height to changes in potential and kinetic energy. Thought-provoking questions prompt students to explain patterns in t
5th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Power Paths: Energy Through Systems (6.8B)
Power Paths: Energy Through Systems is a comprehensive activity packet designed to support TEKS 6.8B, where students describe how energy is conserved through transfers and transformations in systems such as electrical circuits, food webs, amusement park rides, and photosynthesis. This resource includes: A review of energy types with matching practiceScenario-based questions for each system listed in the TEKSSTAAR-style multiple choice questions for test prepCritical thinking and extension promp
5th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: The STAAR Survival Kit: 6th Grade TEKS Edition
Thermal Energy Transfer 7.8A Packet
Transform your thermal energy lesson into an interactive and memorable experience with this TEKS 7.8A-aligned activity packet, designed to help students understand how thermal energy flows into and out of systems. This resource is perfect for 7th and 8th grade science classrooms and offers a rich blend of reading comprehension, real-world applications, and critical thinking tasks. Inside this packet, students will explore the three types of heat transfer— conduction, convection, and radiation—th
6th - 9th
General Science, Physical Science, Physics
Also included in: The STAAR Survival Kit: 7th Grade TEKS Edition
Density Detectives: TEKS 6.6D Review & STAAR Prep Practice Sheet
Help your students crack the case of density with this engaging and standards‑aligned practice sheet! Perfect for 6th grade TEKS 6.6D or as a STAAR review for 8th grade science, this resource blends vocabulary practice, reading comprehension, math application, and multiple choice questions into one cohesive activity. Students won’t just memorize formulas—they’ll apply their knowledge to real‑world scenarios like distinguishing fool’s gold from real gold, predicting whether objects will sink
5th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: The STAAR Survival Kit: 6th Grade TEKS Edition
Forces in Our World: Push, Pull, and More (6.7A)
Forces in Our World: Push, Pull, and More is an editable Google Slides resource designed to help middle school students master TEKS 6.7A. This deck blends short informational slides with immediate checks for understanding, ensuring students actively apply what they learn about gravity, friction, magnetism, applied forces, and normal forces. Students type responses, drag labels, insert images, and explain real-world examples, making the review both interactive and meaningful. The resource inclu
5th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: The STAAR Survival Kit: 6th Grade TEKS Edition
Marble Launcher Lab
This middle school lab engages students in exploring the relationships between force, mass, speed, and motion using a CPO Marble Launcher. Students conduct trials at different launch angles and force settings to measure distance, calculate average speed, and apply Newton’s Laws of Motion. The lab is written in student-friendly language, includes ready-to-use data tables and reflection questions, and connects to real-world applications. You will need a marble launcher (such as the one from CPO),
5th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Net Force Made Simple: Balanced vs. Unbalanced Forces Notes (6.7B/7.7D)
This student-friendly notes page helps learners understand net force and how balanced and unbalanced forces affect motion. The resource includes clear definitions, examples, and space for students to draw and label their own force scenarios. A built-in quick check exit ticket reinforces key concepts with short problems, while an extension questionencourages students to connect science to real-world examples like sports, vehicles, and everyday motion. Perfect for guided notes, interactive note
5th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: The STAAR Survival Kit: 6th Grade TEKS Edition
Newton’s Laws Misconceptions Worksheet (8.7A, 8.7B, & 7.7D)
Help your students master Newton’s Laws of Motion while addressing common misconceptions with this ready-to-use, engaging worksheet! Physics can be tricky, and students often carry misunderstandings about how forces, motion, and acceleration work. This worksheet is specifically designed to challenge those misconceptions and deepen conceptual understanding. What’s Included: A comprehensive Newton’s Laws Misconception Worksheet where students identify, analyze, and correct common misconceptions re
6th - 12th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: Master Middle School Physics with Engaging, Differentiated Lessons
Energy in Waves (TEKS 6.8C)
Energy in Waves (6.8C) is a complete lesson resource designed to help students explain how energy is transferred through transverse and longitudinal waves. This packet includes: Sorting practice to reinforce particle motion and energy transferReal-world scenarios that connect waves to everyday examples like sound, light, and earthquakesMultiple choice questions written in STAAR style for informal assessment or test prepA full answer key with sample responses for teacher conveniencePerfect for 6
5th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: The STAAR Survival Kit: 6th Grade TEKS Edition
Calculating Average Speed 7.7A
This Calculating Average Speed Worksheet gives students practice with one of the key TEKS 7.7A concepts — understanding and applying the relationship between distance, time, and speed. Perfect for 7th grade science instruction or as a review for 8th graders, this worksheet helps students strengthen their math-in-science skills through scaffolded problems and relatable scenarios. Students apply the speed formula and reason through problem-solving questions to build confidence and fluency in calcu
6th - 8th
General Science, Other (Science), Physics
Also included in: The STAAR Survival Kit: 7th Grade TEKS Edition
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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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