4th Grade

The Science Penguin Mini PD

We value your time and want to make sure you have everything you need to be the amazing upper elementary science teacher you are. Your

CER (Claim Evidence Reasoning) in 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Science

CER stands for claim, evidence, and reasoning. It is a scaffolded way for students to prove their understanding of scientific concepts in a written format.

Digital Science Vocabulary Lessons in Google Forms– You’ll love this!

Science is a vast and complex subject, and it can be difficult for students to learn all the associated vocabulary. The digital vocabulary line that

Animal Senses and Information Processing for 4th Grade NGSS

Animals and Their Senses: 4th Grade NGSS Models for Information Processing

We begin this unit by watching a Phenomenon video that asks the question “How do animals receive, process, and respond to information from their senses?”.

EASY Science Lessons with Slides & Worksheet Notes for 4th Grade and 5th Grade

Imagine this scenario: You wake up on a bright, sunny day and panic sets in. “Oh no”, you think to yourself, “What science lesson will

Buckle Your Seatbelts! Teaching Speed, Energy, and Collisions in Your 4th Grade Classroom

If there’s one invention in this world I’m most thankful for, it’s the seatbelt. It saves lives and prevents serious injuries in our cars, planes,

5 Best Ideas for Teaching 4th Grade Waves

Fun activities for 4th grade waves to meet the NGSS science standards

5 Fun Low-Prep Ways to Use Science Vocabulary Task Cards in Your Classroom- EASY Worksheet Alternatives

Are you looking for some creative and engaging ways to spice up your science vocabulary activities? Well, look no further because I’ve got something exciting

Why are teachers obsessed with Science Weekly Five Stations?

I am a proponent of my students getting to be involved in science- it’s not a secret that they love hands-on activities. The problem was

5 Ideas for Teaching Soil

It’s time to roll up our sleeves and dig into the exciting world of soil! Teaching soil can be an absolute blast, and we’re here

4th Grade NGSS Planning Guide

Are you ready to inspire students with amazing science lessons based on real-world phenomena? We can help! A strong focus on vocabulary, investigations, and writing

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

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