5 Ideas to Teach 5th Grade Stars
Are you ready to take your students on a cosmic journey through the wonders of the solar system and the stars that adorn our night
Balloon Rockets: Guided Experiment Design for 5th Grade Force and Motion
Guiding your fifth graders to craft their own scientific investigation for force and motion can be a challenge, but we’ve got a solution to simplify
3 Unique & Easy Science Word Wall Ideas
So you need a science word wall? We’ve got you covered with 3 time-saving options. Let’s rewind to my first year of teaching when my
New Science TEKS (2024 Update!)
As always, we’ve got you covered ! Implementation of the new science TEKS begins in August 2024. The Science Penguin worked for over a year to
FREE 4th Grade Science TEKS Planning Guide
Hello Texas teacher friends! Are you hoping to build 4th grade students’ science background so they are prepared for 5th grade? We can help with
ABCD Diagrams for Science Notebooks
Do your students sometimes draw the tiniest little science diagrams? Do they skip the labels? Do some forget to describe their observations and measurements? Ever
FREE 3rd Grade Science TEKS Planning Guide
Hello Texas teacher friends! Are you hoping to build 3rd grade students’ science background so they are prepared for 4th grade science and eventually 5th
Science Classroom Decor: Put the FUN in FUNCTIONAL
If you’re a science teacher looking for an EASY way to jazz up your classroom, The Science Penguin’s decor set is perfect for you! It’s
Build Your Own Solar Oven (and make s’mores!)
“I used this resource at a summer camp and it was THE BEST THING EVER!!! Directions were clear to the point. The kids were able
Science Digital Choice Menus
Did I ever tell you about the Mythbusters twins? These two students knew everything in the 5th grade science curriculum when they walked through the
End of the Year Science Awards
At the end of the year, let’s recognize great work, talents, skills, and interests with awards specifically made for science, math, and STEM! With 44
Rapid Changes to Earth’s Surface: Teaching about Volcanoes, Earthquakes, and Landslides
Earth’s surface can be changed slowly or rapidly. Weathering, erosion, and deposition occur slowly over time. Rapid changes, on the other hand, change Earth’s surface
