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Introduction to Engineering - Sketch Notes, Graphic Organizer, Rubric, & more!

By Mrs Proton Priest

Are you looking for a great way to introduce and grade engineering and design challenges? This engineering and design process resource includes one page of sketch notes, a one page engineering worksheet and engineering design rubric, as well as CER

Subjects:

Science, General Science, Engineering

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

Assessment, Graphic Organizers, Rubrics

$3.50

Digital Download PDF (2.30 MB)

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California History Timeline Project | Explorers, Missions, Gold Rush

By Mrs Proton Priest

Visually engaging posters depict events in California history and students use these posters to create a comic strip timeline of California history. The posters represent the time when 300,000 native people lived throughout present-day California.

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, Arts & Music, Graphic Arts

Grades:

4^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Posters

CCSS:

L.4.1, L.4.1g, L.4.2, L.4.2a, CCRA.W.7

$4.00

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Plant & Animal Structures and Functions Activities Science Notebooks

By Mrs Proton Priest

Are you looking to teach 4th grade science students about plant and animal structures and functions? These LOW PREP activities cover the structure and function of parts of plants and various animals and are great on their own or in interactive

Subjects:

Science, General Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Scaffolded Notes

CCSS:

CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.7, W.4.1b

$4.00

Digital Download ZIP (27.52 MB)

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Physical and Chemical Changes of Matter Sketch Notes, Slideshow, CER, & Quiz

By Mrs Proton Priest

Are you looking for an easy-to-use 5th Grade NGSS science resource to teach about the properties of matter and physical and chemical changes? These clear and engaging sketch notes on physical and chemical changes help 5th grade NGSS science students

Subjects:

Science, General Science, Physical Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Scaffolded Notes

$5.50

Digital Download ZIP (13.31 MB)

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Photosynthesis Activities for Interactive Science Notebooks - Plant Lab Activity

By Mrs Proton Priest

Your students will enjoy these photosynthesis interactive notebook activities for 5th grade science. This engaging photosynthesis resource includes a hands-on lab activity with data collection, digital and print sketch notes, a slideshow, a quiz,

Subjects:

Science, Other (Science), General Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities, Graphic Organizers, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

CCRA.W.1

$5.00

Digital Download ZIP (20.94 MB)

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Matter is Made of Particles Digital Model for Google Classroom - 5th Grade NGSS

By Mrs Proton Priest

Can you see particles that make up matter? 5th grade NGSS science students will create an interactive digital model labeling at least two states of matter and how the particles move. Students use engaging gifs (moving picture) and labels in this

Subjects:

Science, Basic Principles, Physical Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Internet Activities, Google Apps

$4.00

Online Resource
Google Drive™ folder

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Gravity Notes, Slideshow, & Quiz - Science Notebook Worksheet -Print & Digital

By Mrs Proton Priest

What is gravity and how does it work on Earth? 5th grade NGSS students explore gravity with this science activity. What has a greater pull of gravity? Is it the Sun, Earth, moon, or a human? 5th grade science students explain gravity on Earth as it

Subjects:

Science, General Science, Physical Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Printables, Scaffolded Notes, Interactive Notebooks

$4.00

Digital Download ZIP (3.90 MB)

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States of Matter - Properties of Matter - Science Scavenger Hunt Game

By Mrs Proton Priest

This Matter Scavenger Hunt Game gets your science students up and moving with this engaging review activity. Questions cover atoms, molecules, chemical and physical changes, properties of matter, and states of matter.This game focuses on 5th grade

Subjects:

Science, General Science, Physical Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Games

$3.50

Digital Download PDF (4.62 MB)

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Plant and Animal Structures and Functions Activities and Game Bundle

By Mrs Proton Priest

Save 10% on these 4th grade science activities covering plant and animal structures and functions. These LOW PREP activities cover the structure and function of parts of plants and various animals and are great on their own or in interactive science

Subjects:

Science, Other (Science), General Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Games, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

CCRA.W.1, CCRA.W.2, CCRA.W.7, W.4.1b

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$9.00

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California Regions & Topographic Maps | Maps Skills | Informational Text & More

By Mrs Proton Priest

Would you like to integrate California regions social studies activities with NGSS topographic maps for enhanced learning while saving precious time? Informational text on each region, a digital and print one-page California regions project, a

Subjects:

Science, Earth Sciences, Social Studies - History

Grades:

4^th

Types:

Activities, Printables, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

RI.4.7, RF.4.4a, W.4.1b, W.4.2d, W.4.2e

$5.00

Digital Download ZIP (34.68 MB)

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Food Chain - Cycling of Matter - Ecosystem Digital Model for Google Classroom

By Mrs Proton Priest

In this food chain activity, students answer: How does matter cycle in an ecosystem? Students create an interactive digital model of how matter cycles with an engaging gif (moving picture), labels, and art in this interactive science food web - food

Subjects:

Science, Other (Science), General Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities, Internet Activities, Google Apps

$4.00

Online Resource
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Writing Rubric - Editable - Quick Write Rubric - Journal Writing Rubric

By Mrs Proton Priest

A writing rubric can make expectations crystal clear. Are you looking to have your students step up the quality of their daily journal writing? Provide measurable expectations with this EDITABLE quick write rubric. I don't grade most quick writes

Subjects:

Creative Writing, Writing

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th

Types:

Printables, Rubrics, Google Apps

CCSS:

W.4.4, W.5.1a, W.5.3c, W.5.4, W.4.1a, W.4.3c

$2.50

Digital Download PDF (2.01 MB)

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Early Explorers Poster Project with Rubric | Use for Any Explorer

By Mrs Proton Priest

This Early Explorer Poster Project is for students in grades 4-6. This educational resource is designed to make learning about historical explorers a breeze! The two-page project is perfect for cultivating research skills while fostering creativity.

Subjects:

Social Studies - History, U.S. History, World History

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Posters

CCSS:

RI.4.3, RI.5.7, RI.5.9, CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.2, RH.6-8.7

$3.00

Digital Download PDF (6.17 MB)

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Topographic Map Scavenger Hunt, Quiz, and PPT Slideshow | Map Skills

By Mrs Proton Priest

Would you like your students to explore the United States with real topographic maps? This LOW PREP topographic map scavenger hunt improves map skills with vocabulary, a slideshow to guide students, writing prompts, and a digital and print

Subjects:

Science, Earth Sciences, Earth Day

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th

Types:

PowerPoint Presentations, Activities, Internet Activities

CCSS:

W.4.2, W.4.1b, W.4.2d

$4.00

Digital Download ZIP (93.97 MB)

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Photosynthesis Activities, Sketch Notes, and Game Bundle

By Mrs Proton Priest

Are you looking for fun and engaging photosynthesis activities? This 5th grade science resource covers how photosynthesis works and the basic needs of plants. Teach these 5th grade NGSS science concepts with engaging notes and other photosynthesis

Subjects:

Science, General Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities, Games, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

CCRA.W.1

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$7.19

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Regions of California & Topographic Maps Notes, Informational Text, & Games

By Mrs Proton Priest

Subjects:

Science, Earth Sciences, Social Studies - History

Grades:

4^th, Homeschool

Types:

Activities, Printables, Interactive Notebooks

CCSS:

RI.4.7, RF.4.4a, W.4.1b, W.4.2d, W.4.2e

$8.50

$7.65

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Earth’s Spheres | Digital Model for Google Classroom

By Mrs Proton Priest

How do Earth’s Spheres Interact? Students will create an interactive digital model of Earth’s spheres (hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere, and geosphere) with an engaging gif (moving picture), labels, and art in this science activity. I have also

Subjects:

Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities, Internet Activities, Google Apps

FREE

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Food Chain Activity - Digital Model for Google Classroom

By Mrs Proton Priest

Subjects:

Science, Other (Science), General Science

Grades:

4^th, 5^th, 6^th

Types:

Activities, Internet Activities, Google Apps

FREE

Online Resource
Google Drive™ folder

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California Native Americans - Activities & Nonfiction Text Indigenous People

By Mrs Proton Priest

Explore the rich cultural heritage of California's Native American tribes with this comprehensive 4th-grade resource which includes scaffolded notes, an editable project choice board, activity rubric, writing prompts, and more. This resource focuses

Subjects:

English Language Arts, Social Studies - History

Grades:

4^th

Types:

Projects, Activities, Scaffolded Notes

CCSS:

CCRA.L.1, CCRA.L.2, W.4.1a, W.4.1d

$4.00

Digital Download ZIP (9.85 MB)

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4th Grade Interactive Science Notebook Set Up - NGSS - Editable

By Mrs Proton Priest

Are you looking for a great way to set up 4th grade interactive science notebooks? This resource has EVERYTHING you need to set up interactive science notebooks including editable unit covers with vocabulary and "I can" statements. Set your students

Subjects:

Science, General Science, Back to School

Grades:

4^th

Types:

Printables, Graphic Organizers, Interactive Notebooks

$5.00

Digital Download PDF (2.75 MB)

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I am an author and teacher who loves hands on activities using everyday items to engage students. I have taught parent education classes throughout San Diego county focusing on early phonics and literacy. I have taught middle school ELA and Social Studies as well as 7th and 8th grade science. I currently see 450 students a week through a K-5 science rotation. I teach K-6 science and a Code Studio elective for students in grades 6-8.

MY TEACHING STYLE

Let's get dirty and have fun! I am extremely organized and love hands on activities with every day items. We make messes but the students know to clean things up and prepare for the next group.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

2018: Exceptional Stem Steam Award from North County Professional Development Federation 2018: EcoLife Aquaponics Grant Recipient 2017: San Diego Science and Engineering Bright Idea Society Award; 2016: Ashford Leadership Award; 2015: Two of my Maker Studio students were finalists in the Innovate 8 and UCSD STEM video contest. One of my students won the contest and our school received a monetary award. My students are featured on the STEM PSA on San Diego Channel 8; 2014: My 6th grade students were some of the first to complete Code.org's Intro. to Computer Coding Class. We received a Donor's Choose grant.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

Member of TPTFS Group 2017 Code.org graduate of CS Discoveries training, Teacher Workshop in Conservation Science at San Diego Zoo's Safari Park, Trained in using Vernier probeware for Science education, NSTA and CSTA member, Graduated from Brigham Young University with a B.S., Teaching credential from National University

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

Mom of 3 kids I love to be with. Happiest when I have hot chocolate or a California burrito. Avid fan of National Parks.