Science Posts
The Power of CER Science Writing in Your Middle School Classroom
By Trilby Hillenbrand Are you looking for a great way to get your students thinking like scientists? Do you want to improve your students’ discussion and argumentation skills? Maybe you’re a science teacher tasked with supporting a school-wide focus on reading and writing… Either way, we’ve got a game-changer for you
How to Write Safety Science Rules That Students Will Actually Remember
By Trilby Middle schoolers are capable of amazing things in the science lab, but only when safety comes first. The tricky part? Keeping safety science rules short, simple, and sticky enough that students (and teacher) actually remember them beyond the first week. Long lists of dos and don’ts may look
My Favorite Beginning of Year Science Activities (That Actually Work)
By Trilby There’s nothing quite like the first week of school in the science classroom: fresh notebooks, clean lab tables, and curious (and slightly nervous) new students. Whether it’s your first year teaching or your fifteenth, starting strong makes all the difference. Over the years, I’ve created a handful of
An Easy (& Useful) First Day of Science Class Activity
By Trilby If you’re anything like me, you’ve probably stood at your classroom door on Day One, clipboard in hand, scanning a sea of unfamiliar faces and wondering, “How on earth am I going to learn all these names and get through attendance, materials, and rules before the bell rings?”
Tips for Teaching Science Lab Safety Rules Without Putting Your Students to Sleep
By Trilby Let’s be real. Science safety lab rules might not be the most thrilling part of science class, but they’re one of the most important. And in middle school, where curiosity sometimes comes with a side of chaos, setting clear expectations for lab behavior is essential. Short on time?
How to Make End of Year Reflection for Students Meaningful and Memorable
By Trilby That final stretch of the school year always hits different. The tests are winding down, the calendar’s packed with field trips and assemblies, and your classroom starts to feel like a scrapbook of memories. But in the middle of the chaos, there’s this really special window to pause,
How to Make a DIY Earthquake Shake Table for Classroom STEM Projects
By Trilby Why Use an Earthquake Shake Table in the Classroom? Looking for an exciting way to teach students about earthquakes, engineering, and structural stability? A DIY earthquake shake table for classroom projects is a hands-on tool that helps students understand how buildings respond to seismic forces. These simple, budget-friendly
Celebrate Student Achievements with Science Award Certificates
By Trilby The end of the school year is a time to recognize and celebrate your students’ hard work, curiosity, and scientific achievements. Whether you’re wrapping up a successful year in the classroom, hosting a science club awards ceremony, or taking part in a school-wide awards ceremony, these science award
Gain Valuable Insights with a Teacher Survey for Students
By Trilby Want to improve your teaching and create a better classroom experience? A teacher survey for students is the perfect way to gather meaningful feedback and understand what’s working and what could be even better. Why Use This Teacher Survey for Students? This survey helps teachers collect honest student
