Right now, as I am writing this post, the smell of my Balsam candle fills the room. My Pandora sings me sweet Christmas classics and my tree lights are illuminating my office. I guess you could say, I am READY for Christmas! I absolutely love EVERYTHING about the month of December and try to incorporate the Christmas spirit into my classroom as well. My students will return from Thanksgiving ... Read More about 5 Engaging Christmas Science Activities
Leveling Up Learning Tip #6: Create Your Own Classroom Scavenger Hunts
Hello fellow teachers! Thanks for stopping by to check out Tip #6 in my Leveling Up Learning series. If you missed ANY of the last 5 tips for Leveling Up Learning in your classroom, you can click the links below to get inspired and grab some really AWESOME freebies as well. Leveling Up Learning Tip #1: Motivate Your Students With Interactive Notes Leveling Up Learning Tip #2: Station ... Read More about Leveling Up Learning Tip #6: Create Your Own Classroom Scavenger Hunts
5 MUST-DO Activities for Physical Science
Hi teachers! This post is devoted to my fellow Physical Science edu-rockstars. It can be overwhelming trying to find labs and activities for those Physics and Chemistry concepts...believe me.....I know! I've taught PS for 13 years and, still, I am constantly looking for fun and engaging activities that won't just give the students something to do, but will REALLY help them to SEE the concepts that ... Read More about 5 MUST-DO Activities for Physical Science
Leveling Up Learning Tip #5: The Ultimate Classroom Review Game
Those of you that have attended my sessions at GSTA's annual science conferences, know that I am an advocate of STUDENT DIRECTED LEARNING! My motto for the past 3 years has been, "I will become less, my students will become more." This mantra of mine simply means, I will create and implement lessons and activities that engage my students in student-directed (not teacher centered) learning. I have ... Read More about Leveling Up Learning Tip #5: The Ultimate Classroom Review Game
FALL-ing for SCIENCE
Fall is in the air! Football, fairs and pumpkin-spice are knocking at our doors and it is my favorite time of the year. I love the cozy atmosphere of a fall decorated home and, over the years, I have begun to bring that warmth and comfort into my classroom. Replacing my Back-to-School decor with pumpkins, hay bales, leaves and scarecrows creates an inviting place for myself as well as my students. ... Read More about FALL-ing for SCIENCE
