53 EASY Differentiation Strategies for Your Classroom
Overwhelmed trying to cater for the individual needs of all your students? Here are 53 differentiation strategies that are easy to implement into your classroom on a daily basis.
20 Simple Tips and Public Speaking Hacks for Students
Standing up at the front of a room of your peers is terrifying. But here are 20 simple hacks to help you show up as your best self.
100 best science trivia questions for kids plus answers
Are you looking for a fun way to spark curiosity in young minds? You’ve come to the right place! I have 100 science trivia questions for kids (plus the answers!) Whether you are planning a family trivia night, looking for an engaging classroom activity, or just want to test your child’s knowledge on educational STEM topics, this ultimate list of science trivia questions […]
The Honest Truth About Sick Day Guilt (And How I Finally Fixed It)
By Katrina | The Animated Teacher Hey everyone, Katrina here. I want to talk about something that doesn’t get discussed enough in the teaching world: sick day guilt. You know the feeling. You’re sick. Or you have a medical appointment, or a family thing that can’t be rescheduled. Or even a professional development day. And […]
5 Reasons Your Students Need a Science Escape Room This Term
Hey! Katrina here. Quick one today — because honestly, if I can get this idea in front of you in five minutes, you’ll have something amazing ready for your class by this time next week. If you haven’t tried a digital science escape room yet, I need you to stop what you’re doing and listen […]
Fun lab activities for first week of science class
The very first day of class sets the tone for your entire year, and nowhere is that more true than in a science classroom. Between lab safety, new students, and a room full of nervous energy, the first week of science can feel like a lot to manage. But it’s also the perfect time to show your […]
Public speaking for teachers: 10 tips to master confidence
Build your confidence and skills for public speaking for teachers with this amazing tool
Middle School Science End-of-Year Survival Guide
Hey teaching friends! If you’ve found this post, it’s probably because you’re in the final stretch of the school year, running on caffeine and good intentions, and you need science end-of-year ideas that will actually work with middle school students who have completely mentally checked out. Same, friends. Same. Let me help. Why the End of […]
Gamifying the Planet: Why use an Earth Science Escape Room as the Ultimate Intro to Earth Science
Hey everyone! Katrina here. If you’ve been hanging out in my corner of the internet for a while, you know I am obsessed with anything that gets students moving, thinking, and – dare I say it – actually enjoying science! Particularly, you know I am a fiend for digital escape rooms as an interactive science game that […]
11 helpful ways to reduce cognitive load for teachers
Teaching is one of the most mentally demanding professions. Between lesson planning, classroom management, meetings, grading, and supporting students’ wellbeing, teachers constantly juggle competing priorities and often end up with cognitive overload. It’s no wonder so many feel overwhelmed. This is why it is so important to be able to reduce cognitive load for teachers. Cognitive […]
How to choose the right indicator for a titration reaction
Struggling to choose the right indicator for a titration experiment in analytical chemistry? In this tutorial video, we break down exactly how to select the most appropriate indicator based on the type of titration you’re performing. Whether it’s a strong acid–strong base or weak acid–strong base reaction, you’ll learn how to match the indicator’s color change […]
13 easy ways to reduce cognitive load for students
If you’ve ever seen students shut down in class, lose focus halfway through an explanation, or get frustrated with seemingly simple tasks, chances are their cognitive load was maxed out. Cognitive load refers to the amount of mental effort required to process new information. When students’ brains are overloaded, learning stalls. All learners have a […]
7 tips to teach science confidently when you’re not a science teacher
Are you trying to teach science when you’re not a science teacher? That is a rough gig. This post will give you some tips and ideas to help you feel confident in the classroom when you’re teaching out of your content area.