Crazy Science Lady

Strict vs. Mean
Strict vs. Mean
The negative connotation of discipline and why it's wrong.
Introducing the Periodic Table
Introducing the Periodic Table
Student centered, hands-on activity for introducing the periodic table to middle school students.
Middle School Ice Breakers that Students LOVE
Middle School Ice Breakers that Students LOVE
Three super fun, back to school ice-breakers for the first day of school! These ideas are middle school GOLD.
Why I Don’t Use Interactive Notebooks… and What I Use Instead
Why I Don’t Use Interactive Notebooks… and What I Use Instead
Yeah, I've tried them. And read articles and tried again. I know they work for some teachers and I give them ALL the credit. But they don't work for me. ...
Teaching the Scientific Method in Middle School
Teaching the Scientific Method in Middle School
Teaching the Scientific Method in middle school and looking to up your game?! Here is a compilation of the best labs/ activities/ teaching methods that are simple and practical.
Sorting Cards: Simple and Effective
Sorting Cards: Simple and Effective
A look at the many-glorious-uses of sorting cards.
Middle School: End of Year Activities
Middle School: End of Year Activities
These middle school activities will engage even your most "done" students.
Science Fair: How much should parents help?
Science Fair: How much should parents help?
How much should you help with your child's science fair project?
How to Teach Moon Phases
How to Teach Moon Phases
A tried and true method to teaching moon phases.
Giving Notes Effectively in Middle School
Giving Notes Effectively in Middle School
The single best piece of advice on giving notes to MS students. It's SO SIMPLE, but took me YEARS of teaching to realize. Try it out and be amazed at the difference in student retention.