Have you ever asked your students to explain what they learned in a lab activity or after reading an informational text and gotten a one word answer? Even worse, maybe a shoulder shrug? I’ve been there! Teaching writing is a daunting task no matter what subject you are ... Read More about 5 Engaging Video Clips to Introduce Claim, Evidence, and Reasoning
10 No-Fail Time Fillers for Middle School Classrooms
These ten no-fail time fillers for middle school will help you to build relationships with your students and make the most of extra time in the classroom! Do you ever find yourself with ten extra minutes at the end of a class? I know it’s rare, but it happens! Time fillers for middle ... Read More about 10 No-Fail Time Fillers for Middle School Classrooms
5 Virtual Moon Phase Activities Your Students Will Love
Online teaching is not for the faint of heart! It is difficult enough to keep the attention of upper elementary and middle school students in the classroom, much less online! These virtual moon phase activities are a great way to add more engagement into your lessons! If you are a teaching ... Read More about 5 Virtual Moon Phase Activities Your Students Will Love
6 Proven Moon Phase Activities to Engage your Students
You're going to love these moon phase activities for upper elementary and middle school! By the time students get to sixth grade, they have been exposed to the phases of the moon, but often lack a real understanding of WHY and HOW the moon goes through phases. Here are a few of ... Read More about 6 Proven Moon Phase Activities to Engage your Students
The Ultimate Guide to Grade 6 Science Resources in Virginia
When I started teaching grade 6 science eleven years ago, I really struggled to find resources that were engaging, aligned, and differentiated! Our textbooks were not aligned with the Virginia Standards of Learning and resources were slim. I worked for hours each night to create interactive ... Read More about The Ultimate Guide to Grade 6 Science Resources in Virginia
5 Strategies to Increase Writing in the Science Classroom
Writing in the science classroom can be a daunting task! I recently did a poll on my InstaStories asking teachers “How often do you write in science class?” Most responses looked a lot like: “I can’t remember the last time we wrote.”“Not enough” "Once a month?" I get it - it’s hard ... Read More about 5 Strategies to Increase Writing in the Science Classroom
Your Guide to Digital Task Cards in the Classroom
Digital task cards are an effective tool for distance learning. They can also be used in the 1:1 classroom or group setting. Learn how! Have you considered using digital task cards but not sure where to start? Digital task cards give students the same experience as regular task cards ... Read More about Your Guide to Digital Task Cards in the Classroom
5 Ways to Use Task Cards in Middle School
Task cards in the middle school classroom so versatile. Learn how to turn task cards into an activity your students will love! Task cards are one of my favorite activities to use in the middle school classroom! If you teach upper elementary or middle school and are new to task cards - ... Read More about 5 Ways to Use Task Cards in Middle School
Get Students Outside with this Simple Snow Day Science Activity!
Are your students distance learning on a snow day? This simple snow day science activity will get your students learning outside. I absolutely love snow! I grew up in northwestern PA where our winters (sometimes fall and spring too) were always white! After college, I took a teaching job ... Read More about Get Students Outside with this Simple Snow Day Science Activity!
Printable Holiday Cards, A Simple Way to Show Your Appreciation
These free, printable holiday cards are a great way to say thank you to the special people who make your classroom an amazing place to work! Have you ever stopped to think about all of the "elves" that work together behind the scenes to help your classes run smoothly and your students to be ... Read More about Printable Holiday Cards, A Simple Way to Show Your Appreciation
