Extra Credit Ideas for Middle School Teachers

“What can I do for extra credit?!” I’m pretty sure there isn’t a middle or high school teacher that hasn’t heard these exact words coming from a student’s mouth. Students are HUGE fans of the concept, and honestly, who can blame them? Another way to boost their grades? Most students will leap at the opportunity (especially […]
Bulletin Board Ideas for Science Classrooms

Check out this article for the best bulletin board ideas for middle school science teachers.
Vocabulary Practice for Middle School Science

vocabulary practice for middle school science
Back to School Resources Every Middle School Science Teacher Needs

It’s that time of year again. The new school year is just around the corner and teachers everywhere are heading back into the school building with boxes of classroom supplies and a list of last minute classroom “to-do’s.” When it comes to back to school resources every middle school teacher needs, everyone has their own […]
Full Year Earth Science Curriculum for Middle School

Are you ready to crush this school year? Is creating lesson plans just too much on top of teaching on top of grading on top of classroom management on top of *ahem* living your life? If you answered yes to any of those questions, you’ve come to the right place. I’m about to simplify your life […]
Great Books for New (or Returning) Teachers

great books every teacher should read
End of the Year Science Lesson Ideas

END OF THE YEAR SCIENCE LESSON IDEAS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHERS
Science Mystery Activities for Middle School

Science mystery lesson ideas for middle school students.
Ideas for Teaching Geologic Time Scale

Calling all geology teachers! Teaching middle schoolers about the major events in earth’s history may sound dull initially, but it certainly doesn’t have to be! In fact, I’ve made it my personal mission to find unique and exciting lesson plans to help my students understand geological events. If you’re looking for a great way to […]
Filler Lesson Ideas

lesson ideas when can’t start a new unit
Tips for Prepping Middle Schoolers for State Testing

tips for prepping middle school students for standardized tests
Middle School Ecosystem Lesson Ideas

Middle school ecosystem lesson ideas
Thermal Energy Projects for Middle School Science

Thermal energy projects for middle school science
Middle School Science Supplies You Didn’t Think About

Let’s talk middle school science supplies! Believe it or not, many school administrators are already beginning to ask teachers to provide a wish list for next school year’s supply order. (Can you believe it?!) If your principal hasn’t reached out yet, be assured, it’s probably coming soon. If you’re anything like me, there are middle […]
Best Science News Sites for Middle School Students

Best science news sites for middle school students