This page introduces science teaching materials and experiment methods that I’ve created. Originally intended as personal notes, each one is designed to be easy to use in real classes and incorporates ideas to spark students’ interest.

Table of Contents:

1. Junior High School Science Materials– Content for junior high school teachers to use in class preparation.

2. Inquiry-Based Science Materials for Junior & Senior High– Experiments that encourage deep thinking and trial and error. Can be used in both junior and senior high school.

3. High School Physics Materials– Content that helps students feel and understand the laws of physics more directly. Includes video lessons and digital physics materials for students.

I also post science videos on Youtube.

I’ve also written various reference books, so please feel free to check them out.

Junior High School Science Materials

Science experiments are full of exciting moments. However, the preparation can be surprisingly time-consuming. For example, measuring out reagents, gathering equipment, and running multiple trials to find the best conditions… I struggled with this too when I first started teaching, but I’ve learned a lot from other teachers along the way. While the teacher’s guide provides notes on preparation, it doesn’t tell you how many of each item you need, or which parts students should do versus what the teacher should prepare beforehand. Some teachers even give up on experiments due to the sheer busyness of their schedules…

With my experience, I’ve compiled a list of experiment tips. I hope this helps you prepare for experiments in less time, reduces your workload, and gives you more time to spend with your students. I’d be happy if this can be a small catalyst for change.

7th Grade

🟢 Biology (Plants & Animals)

📌 Plant Functions

🔵 Earth Science (Volcanoes & Earthquakes)

📌 Earth’s Structure and Change

🟡 Physics (Force, Motion, Electricity, Waves, Energy)

📌 Waves (Sound, Light, Vibration)

📌 Force and Motion

🟠 Chemistry (Matter, Chemical Changes, Acids & Bases)

📌 Properties of Matter

8th Grade

🟢 Biology (Plants & Animals)

The Saliva Experiment is particularly tricky!

📌 Animal Functions

🔵 Earth Science (Weather)

📌 Meteorology and Weather

🟡 Physics (Force, Motion, Electricity, Waves, Energy)

📌 Electricity and Magnetism

🟠 Chemistry (Matter, Chemical Changes, Acids & Bases)

📌 Chemical Changes and Gas Properties

9th Grade

🟢 Biology (Plants & Animals)

📌 Genetics and Evolution

🔵 Earth Science (Earth, Weather, Universe)

📌 Universe

🟡 Physics (Force, Motion, Electricity, Waves, Energy)

📌 Force and Motion

🟠 Chemistry (Matter, Chemical Changes, Acids & Bases)

📌 Chemical Changes and Gas Properties

Unit 6 Conclusion / Other

Other

・Scratch Interactive Materials　Materials using Scratch

・Geogebra Materials　Materials using Geogebra

Inquiry-Based Materials (for Junior & Senior High)

I’ve developed materials that incorporate inquiry-based learning. If you have a chance to try them, please let me know!

Inquiry Level based on Banchi & Bell (2008), revised diagram

・Inquiry Material: “Can We Achieve Constant Velocity Linear Motion!?”　Level 3

・Inquiry Material: “Considering Power Transmission Loss” (with Teacher’s Guide & Worksheet)　Level 2

・Inquiry Material: “The Physics of Traffic Rules” (with Teacher’s Guide & Worksheet)　Level 2　Emphasis on the “Expression and Communication” step of inquiry

・Material Development Seminar　Level 4

・Approaching Independent Research Projects　Level 4