Physical Properties and Changes in Nature
Before diving into my chemistry unit, I always felt that it was really important for students to...
Physical Properties and Changes in Nature
Rock Cycle Lesson Ideas
After space, rocks might be my favorite part of science. My top rock is the Texas blue topaz - the...
Lessons on Light for Elementary Science
Rainbows, kaleidoscopes, fun house mirrors... what do these things have in common? They're both...
Including Science in Your Elementary Parent Conferences
While there's lots to talk about in a short amount of time with your parents (reading levels,...
Dissections: Yay or Nay?
I recently asked my Professional Learning Network on Facebook whether live dissections were still a...
Looking to Promote Science Collaboration?
I'm all about encouraging communication in the science classroom, and student collaboration is one...
How Do You Surprise Your Students Without Breaking the Bank
A 4th-grade teacher recently asked my Professional Learning Network on Facebook for suggestions on...
Sailing Through Winter Like a Scandinavian
I'm just going to be honest here: the holiday season can be wonderful, but this time of year can be...
The Secret to Smooth Classroom Transitions
My favorite type of science lessons are the kind where I'm not the center of attention. I'll do...
Using Stations to Teach Science
One of my all-time favorite teaching strategies is to set up stations. Station-based learning can...
Fun Elementary Science Review Ideas
It's no secret that a student's experience in elementary school can have a tremendous impact later...
Feast on These Autumn Lesson Ideas for Elementary Science
Any time you can connect science to life, your students will be more engaged. There are a lot of...