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The Science Nook

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Racing Cars - A Unit About Force and Motion

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This unit is designed to be project based, and teach students how forces affect the motion of car as it moves down a ramp. Students will gain deeper understanding of mass, air resistance, gravity, friction, inertia, and acceleration. Students will

Subjects:

Measurement, Science, Physical Science

Grades:

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

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Projects, Thematic Unit Plans, Laboratory

CCSS:

4.MD.A.1, 5.MD.A.1, W.5.2e, W.6.2f, W.6.3e, W.7.2f, W.7.3e, W.8.2f, W.8.3e, W.3.1d, W.4.1d...

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Kinetic Particles - A Lesson About Particles in Motion

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Easy for students to learn about kinetic particles and states of matter. Activity includes: -Printable activity pages for students-Eight critical thinking scenarios about states of matter and kinetic particles-Easy to assess standards based grading

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Science, Physical Science

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, Homeschool

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Activities, Lesson, Centers

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WHST.6-8.1b

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The Land of Periodic Tablesville

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The Land of Periodic Tablesville is A unique story about the periodic table, states of matter, atoms, and molecules. Read about the life of Carbon, and watch chemistry come to life as Carbon tells the story about his life as an atom.

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Science, Chemistry, Physical Science

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

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Scaffolded Notes, Lesson

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Earth's Changing Surface - Weathering, Erosion, and Deposition

By The Science Nook

This unique lesson plan contains three VERY engaging lesson plans that focus on forces that change Earth's surface. Students interact with text to become experts on a specific force within weathering, erosion, or deposition. In groups, students

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Science, Earth Sciences, General Science

Grades:

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

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Activities, Interactive Notebooks, Centers

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RI.6.1, RI.6.2, RI.6.3, RI.6.4, RI.6.5, RI.6.6, RI.6.7, RI.6.8, RI.6.9, RI.6.10

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Measurements of Me

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Students LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this lesson! They enjoy comparing measurements of themselves at the beginning of the year to the end of the year, as well as learning to measure in metric and English/imperial units in such a fun and engaging way. This

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Math, Measurement, Science

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Activities, Interactive Notebooks, Lesson

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Creating Positive Classroom Culture ~ At the BEGINNING OF THE YEAR!

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Setting up your CLASSROOM CULTURE lesson plans, activities, and interactive notebook bundle! Want to start the beginning of the year off strong by developing positive classroom culture? This is the resource for you! I've included all you need to

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For All Subject Areas

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Activities, Interactive Notebooks, Lesson

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All About Me

By The Science Nook

Students have so much FUN with this activity!!!! This is a wonderful, fun activity to get to know your students and their personalities. Ask your students to choose an image that represents them. There are 23 different images to choose from, or they

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Creative Writing, For All Subject Areas, Classroom Community

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4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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Interactive Notebooks

By The Science Nook

Looking for a great resource to help you set up and use interactive notebooks in your classroom?!?! Well, look no further, this is the resource for you! This Interactive Notebook Guide will help you... *Set up your student's interactive notebooks

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For All Subject Areas

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5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool

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Beginning of the Year Activity! Create Connections with Your Students

By The Science Nook

AWESOME UPDATE to this great activity! This is a wonderful activity to use at the beginning of the year to get to know your students. Use this to create meaningful connections with your students by having them answer some very important questions

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For All Subject Areas, Writing, Classroom Community

Grades:

3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th

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Worksheets, Activities

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The Five Finger Focus Signal

By The Science Nook

Looking for a way to get your students attention in a fast and effective way?!?! This is the poster for you! Print this off and post it in multiple areas in your classroom, hallway, or anywhere that you see fit. There is a guide for teachers with

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TEACHING EXPERIENCE

I have taught middle school for over a decade and a half. I love middle school minds; their curiosity, and the way they learn. Subjects that I've taught: Astronomy, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Life Sciences, Physical Science, Math, ELA, Health, Gifted and Talented, Tier II Math, Tier II Study Skills, AVID, Photography, Geocaching

MY TEACHING STYLE

I am a VERY hands on teacher! I believe in being the facilitator to guide students in their scientific exploration. I also believe that students learn best when they are moving, interacting with each other and with the content, using their creativity, and discovering on their own.

HONORS/AWARDS/SHINING TEACHER MOMENT

2013-2014: I received the Outstanding Educator award for my school district.

MY OWN EDUCATIONAL HISTORY

University of Northern Colorado: BA Secondary Education ~ Science Elementary Education Endorsement

ADDITIONAL BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION

I am a mom, wife, teacher, mentor, and coach. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE to teach, watch my students explore, and find success. I also love to create engaging, hands-on activities to guide students in their creativity and imagination through science. Clipart credits to: -Whimsy Clips: https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Whimsy-Clips/Price-Range/Free/Page:1 -Ashley Hughes - A Hughes Design: ahughesdesign.com -The Clipart Factory - www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/The-Clipart-Factory

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3^rd, 4^th, 5^th, 6^th, 7^th, 8^th, 9^th, 10^th, 11^th, 12^th, Homeschool, Not Grade Specific

SUBJECTS

English Language Arts, Creative Writing, Specialty, Math, Measurement, Science, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, For All Subjects, General Science, Physical Science, Writing, Classroom Community