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The Ultimate 5th Grade NGSS Science Book List

One of my favorite ways to introduce science concepts and dig a little deeper while also inspiring students is through read-alouds and a robust classroom

The Ultimate 4th Grade NGSS Science Book List

One of my favorite ways to introduce science concepts and dig a little deeper while also inspiring students is through read-alouds and a robust classroom

Scientists and Science Careers

Science TEKS 3.3C, 4.3C, and 5.3C ask students to connect grade-level appropriate science concepts with the history of science, science careers, and contributions of scientists.

What To Do About Science Vocabulary

I recently polled some upper elementary teachers, and their #1 concern for science instruction is vocabulary retention. You’ve introduced vocabulary, taught lessons, included time for hands-on

5 Ideas for Force & Motion

Teaching elementary students about force and motion is super important and can be really fun. Force is just a fancy way of saying “push” or

Stock My Lab 2018 Contest

Robin Beasley is an incredible teacher who I think you should know. She’s also the winner of Stock My Lab 2018, a contest sponsored by

SEVEN Engaging 5th Grade Science Test Prep Ideas

Miserable. That’s the best way to describe how I conducted test prep my first couple years teaching. My students did pages upon pages of practice

Tide Pools, Reefs, and Sharks, Oh My: Life Science and Oceans

While I LOVE to teach thematically, a required scope and sequence and district unit tests can get in the way. Problem solved. This supplemental resource