Tips for Using AI as a Science Teacher

Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer just a futuristic concept; it’s here, and it’s revolutionizing classrooms everywhere (and not necessarily in a bad way)! If you’ve been teaching for a while, maybe your first instinct lately has been to do everything you can to prevent students from using AI in your presence. Well, I am […]

Independent Projects for Middle School Science

I don’t know about you, but as a middle school science teacher, I was always looking for ways to teach my students how to work better independently. Not only was it frustrating when certain students couldn’t get anything done without constant handholding, but also alarming that many very bright students struggled to exhibit independent work […]

Challenges Every New Middle School Teacher Faces 

Middle school teaching: a high-stakes game of survival where you’re not only educating young minds but also navigating an emotional rollercoaster of raging hormones. If you’re new to the teaching profession, welcome! It’s a wild ride, but I promise it can be worth it. In this post, I’ll describe some of the most common challenges […]

Ideas for Teaching Science Vocabulary

Let’s face it: way back in the day, learning science vocabulary meant flashcards, definitions, and assessments over concepts that were promptly forgotten soon after. We often memorized those key terms only to have all the words drift out of our brains by the next day. But here’s the thing: science vocabulary words DO matter. Thankfully, […]

Tips for Teaching Multiple Preps

Have you ever tried juggling while riding a unicycle? Probably, not, but you may have experienced something just as challenging: teaching multiple preps. Both are daunting, yet doable with the right practical strategies. Whether you are handling two different grade levels, two different subjects, or a combination of both, here are some practical tips for […]

Unique Ways to Start Your Science Class

Looking for a fun way to start each class period? These unique ways to start each science class will grab your students’ attention and help with classroom management.