Task cards are nothing new, but they are a classroom resource that has stuck - and for good reasons! It’s common to see teachers use task cards in math and reading, but there is a place I love to use them the most: science! Science task cards have many possibilities, and they make teaching, reviewing, and prepping simple. If you’re feeling a bit skeptical about the power of science task ... Read More about 3 Reasons to Use Science Task Cards in Middle School
Teaching Heat Transfer in Middle School
I am a huge fan of science units where I can visually show my students the content in action. It makes for some exciting lab and class periods! Teaching heat transfer is no exception. Typically when teaching about heat transfer, the biggest issue is vocabulary. Students struggle with the difference between conduction, convection, and radiation. I want to share three tips for teaching heat ... Read More about Teaching Heat Transfer in Middle School
Why You Should Use Interactive Notebooks in Science Class
Whether you have been teaching science for a year or ten years, chances are you have heard of science interactive notebooks. But, if you have never used interactive notebooks in your middle school classroom, here are my top 4 reasons you should use them in your classroom this year. Interactive Notebooks Keep Students Organized My students use their interactive notebooks for EVERY assignment in my ... Read More about Why You Should Use Interactive Notebooks in Science Class
5 Google Slides Ideas for Your Science Classroom
By now, you’ve probably heard of the magical powers of Google Slides! They are collaborative and simple presentation slides that put PowerPoint to shame. And the best part? You can use Google Slides for way more than classroom presentations. In fact, I want to share five Google Slide ideas that you will wish you thought of sooner. Online Stations Tired of all the prep that comes with preparing ... Read More about 5 Google Slides Ideas for Your Science Classroom
