The Ultimate 4th Grade Science TEKS Book List
One of my favorite ways to address the 4th grade science TEKS all year long while also inspiring students is through read-alouds and a robust
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FREE 5th Grade Science TEKS Planning Guide
Most of my classroom experience has been in 5th grade science teaching the 5th grade science TEKS. Early on I struggled to find effective materials
Picture Book Science: Eggs
Welcome! This is the sixth post in my blog series, Picture Book Science Lessons. Each post contains a favorite picture book for teaching science concepts and
Color and Rainbow Science for Kindergarten and First Grade: St. Patrick’s Day
In this post, I’m sharing two activities you can do with your young students from Science Day: 32 Investigations for K/1. Rainbow Day! Mix up some
Picture Book Science Lesson: Bees and Ecosystems
Hi! I’m working on a new blog series: Picture Book Science Lessons. Each post contains a favorite picture book for teaching science concepts and activities to
5 Ways to Make Your Science Notebooks More Interactive
Notebook is a verb! It’s active. Students are talking. You’re talking. They’re doing stuff. You’re doing stuff. It’s interactive! In this post, I focus on
Science Notebook Picture Rubric
I use a rubric with my students for their science notebooks. However, words and checklists are not always enough. My modeling of proper notebook care
Advice for New Science Teachers {10 Tips}
Are you taking the leap into the wild and wonderful world of teaching elementary science? Congratulations! 🎉 From making science notebooks your best friend to transforming
End of the Year Teacher Hacks for 4th Grade & 5th Grade
1. Plan an engaging project that takes time to work on. I know how BUSY the end of the year is with paperwork, cleaning out
5 Ideas for Inherited Traits and Acquired Traits for 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade
Heredity is a topic that leads to discovery and wonder because it encompasses so much of ourselves and the world around us. As educators, we
How to Teach Food Webs: 9 Exciting Hands-on Activities for 4th grade and 5th grade
Interpreting food webs can be overwhelming for many students. Over the years, I found a few strategies that work well with students needing extra assistance
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
