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Planning Your Science Interactive Notebook

A little planning ahead goes a long way when it comes to interactive notebooks in upper elementary science. Click through the slides for 5 specific

How (Exactly) to Differentiate Science Lessons

Chances are, the students in your classroom have different ability levels and learning needs. However, your list of standards that are expected to be mastered

Help! I only have 20 minutes to teach science!

One of the most common issues that we hear from teachers is that they have limited time in their schedule for science. Some have explained

5th Grade NGSS Test Prep: CAST, PSSA, and States Using the Next Generation Science Standards

Teachers in NGSS states know that the struggle is real when it comes to test prep. NGSS-based standardized tests are full of diagrams, charts, multiple

Science Penguin Standards-Based Assessments

The movement toward data-driven instruction doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. With standards-based science assessments from The Science Penguin, you can see what your

Getting Started with Phenomena-based Science in 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade

Let’s take a look at using phenomena in upper elementary science, particularly 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade! Watch and Learn with Mini PD In just

Think Sheets: Your Online Science STAAR Testing Solution

When standardized test day rolls around, there’s nothing worse than watching a student zoom through the test without writing a single word on their scratch

The First Week of Science (4th + 5th Grade)

The first week of school is always a complicated time when it comes to planning. How do you balance activities that are fun, meaningful, but

2026-2027 School Year Science Penguin Updates

We have some exciting updates for the 2026-2027 school year! At The Science Penguin, we’re always working to improve older resources for the future. Please

Science Penguin Lockbox Challenge FAQ

Have you ever used one of Science Penguin’s Lockbox Challenges? If your students are into escape rooms, light competition, puzzle-solving, and hands-on fun, they just