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Middle School Science Podcasts

Podcasts combine storytelling, expert voices, and real-world examples - all in an audio format that’s engaging for students. Learn more about how to use podcasts in a middle school science classroom!
easy science bulletin boards

3 Easy Science Bulletin Boards

Not the creative type? I've got five bulletin board ideas that are actually doable for us regular humans who just want to teach science without becoming Pinterest influencers.

Is AI for Science Teachers?

I'm curious... how do YOU feel about AI so far? Do you use any AI for science teachers? I'm not convinced AI is *all that* yet!
AI for science teachers
gross science activities for middle school

Gross Science Activities for Middle School

As much as they protest that something is "gross," you know middle schools LOVE to be grossed out by stuff. We can totally use that to our advantage! Here are some wonderfully disgusting activities that'll have your students secretly begging for more science.

Spend Less Time At the Copier

We’ve all been there… Standing at the copy machine for what feels like hours, watching the counter slowly tick up: 47… 48… 49… while that stack of papers grows and your prep time disappears. Whether it’s a paper jam, an empty toner cartridge, or just the sheer volume of copies needed for 100+ students, the copy machine has become the bane of many teachers’ existence.
Spend Less Time At the Copier
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Support Science Inquiry at Home

As science teachers, we want our students to stay curious even when they leave the classroom. The best way to do this? Get parents involved! Learn more about how you can help parents support science inquiry at home!

Managing Behavior in Science Labs

Tired of having to worry about behavior during labs? I have ONE TIP that works. For real... one tip.
managing behavior during labs
teach graphing in science

Teach Graphing in Science

Let me tell you a little (mildly embarrassing) story about how I came to discover that I needed to teach graphing in science... and how I increase my students' graphing skills all year long.

Common Misconceptions in Science

A little bit ago, I asked my readers what misconceptions they hear in their science classrooms over and over, year after year. Some were funny, some seemed regional, but for the most part, I was nodding my head in total agreement. I received a huge number of responses! Here are your most common science misconceptions...
common misconceptions in science
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Population Ecology Activities and Lessons

Need some population ecology activities that pop? Adding real-world connections can take engagement to the next level! Middle schoolers are naturally curious about animals, ecosystems, and the delicate balance of nature - so why not use that to your advantage? I've got lots of interactive activities that help students truly understand population ecology while keeping them engaged and invested in the learning process.