6 Back to School Resources for 2023 from The Science Penguin (with freebies!)
If you are looking for some fun back to school science ideas for your upper elementary class, you’ve come to the right place! Check out
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How Science Mini-Charts Can Help YOU!
This versatile new line of science resources for 4th and 5th grade teachers was created to help solve common issues. What can I do if a
Science Classroom Expectations Anchor Charts
When it’s time to head back to school, I think about all of the expectations that must be taught. Some of those expectations are specific
5 Ideas to Teach Insect Life Cycles- Complete and Incomplete Metamorphosis
One of the most interesting aspects of insect life cycles is metamorphosis, which is the process of transformation that some insects go through as they
Adios, Textbook! 9 Ways to Teach Science Without a Book
Do you remember those days of reading a science lesson in the textbook, answering questions, repeating the process three more times, and then tackling a
7 Ideas to Teach Ecosystems and Food Webs
Food webs is one of my favorite topics–so you’ll see LOTS of great ideas to teach students about the flow of energy throughout an ecosystem.
Starting the Year Off Right: Science Ideas for the First Week
I’m not a fluffy teacher. I never have been. I expect a lot out of my students and we are going to get to it
10 Fun and Engaging Ideas to Teach Science Vocabulary
Do the science vocabulary words just seem to not “stick” with some of your students? This is common and can be addressed with a few
Back to School Welcome Baggies
On the first day of school, I have gallon bags made with everything the students will need for the day to set up supplies, take
How to Teach Food Chains for 2nd and 3rd Grade
Let’s take a look at teaching 2nd grade and 3rd grade about food chains. Food chains aren’t just about ”who eats who.” They are about
Science Penguin in Non-Texas, Non-NGSS States
These are the Science Penguin resources we recommend based on your state’s standards. Florida Next Generation Sunshine State Standards 3rd Grade These resources will help
5 Amazing Ideas to Teach About the Order of the Planets (without a worksheet)
I don’t know about you, but when my students heard we were starting our space unit, there was a lot of excitement in the classroom!
