Genetic mutations activities tend to bring out big imaginations in my middle school science classroom. My 7th graders always seem to think that genetic mutations are going to turn them into superheroes, or at the very least, a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle. And while I’ll admit that would make middle school science class very interesting, unfortunately that’s not how mutations work. One of the ... Read More about Must Try Genetic Mutations Activities for Your Middle School Classroom
How to Create a Life Science Pacing Guide for a Stress Free School Year
Nothing says “welcome back to school” like finding out you’re teaching a brand new subject two days before students walk through the door. (Yep, that really happened to me!) Whether you’ve had months to prep or found out last minute, creating your life science pacing guide can still feel overwhelming. I had to figure out the pacing, how to keep my students engaged, and make sure I didn’t burn ... Read More about How to Create a Life Science Pacing Guide for a Stress Free School Year
How to Differentiate Science Lessons During the First Week of School
Picture this: it’s the third day of school. You’ve passed out a simple science warm up, and the reactions couldn’t be more different. One student’s halfway done before you even finished explaining directions. Another is stuck on the vocabulary. A third is doodling the beaker instead of labeling it. Welcome to middle school science. The first week of school is the perfect time to start looking at ... Read More about How to Differentiate Science Lessons During the First Week of School
How to Teach Students to Work Independently at Science Stations
I love using science stations in my middle school classroom. Stations keep my students moving, engaged, and learning in a variety of formats. Pretty much the dream, right? But running stations in my class wasn’t always smooth sailing. When I first started, stations felt more like I was running a circus than a classroom. Over time, I’ve learned how to set clear expectations, keep systems ... Read More about How to Teach Students to Work Independently at Science Stations
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