Collecting pond water

Identifying Pond Water Microorganisms as Bioindicators

Identifying Pond Water Microorganisms as Bioindicators Have you been wanting to look at pond water with your students, but you struggle with identifying microorganisms? Do you need to know which creatures are tolerant to pollution, and which aren’t, but don’t have time to research? I have drawn 46 common macro and microorganisms that you are…

How to Introduce the Characteristics of Living Things

How to Introduce the Characteristics of Living Things

How to Introduce the Characteristics of Living Things Do you find that students struggle with being able to determine the basic characteristics of living things?  Even in middle school, students have a hard time distinguishing the differences between a living versus a non-living structure. It is better to deal with any misconceptions first, using engaging activities,…

Science projects
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Science Projects-10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Assigning One

Science Projects-10 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Assigning One Are you eager to do a science project with your middle school students, but you’re worried about (1)how much time it takes, (2)the classroom noise level, (3)the lack of accountability and (4)if it’s even worthwhile? Here are 10 questions to ask yourself before you assign a…

7 Reasons Why You Should Keep A Teacher Journal
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7 Reasons Why You Should Keep A Teacher Journal

7 Reasons Why You Should Keep A Teacher Journal Why should you keep a teacher journal? Do you scribble notes in your lesson planner about what you taught each day, but never go back and read them? Are you having trouble remembering what you taught to each of your many classes last week? Do you…

Websites for science teachers
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A List of Super Websites for Science Teachers

A List of Super Websites for Science Teachers Are you looking for a great websites to use while teaching middle school science? Are you overwhelmed with trying to decide which ones are actually useful? I have used a lot of science websites since I started using digital science notebooks, plus I asked a lot of…

Science classroom closet
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Basic Supplies You Need in Your Science Classroom

Basic Supplies You Need in Your Science Classroom Are you just starting out as a middle school science teacher and not sure what classroom supplies you should have on hand? Did you inherit a classroom from another teacher and you need to start from scratch? Here are what I would consider the basics that every…