5 Tips to Structure a 30-45-60 Minute Science Block
A common question I hear from teachers is how do you structure a science block that is __ minutes long? That’s a great question! Although
Classroom Management
Science Stations: Real & Honest Teacher Tips
Stations were an all-time favorite of my students because they allowed students to get up and move, collaborate with peers, and work at their own
Science Small Group Tutoring for 5th Grade STAAR Prep
As a 3rd grade self-contained teacher, I learned how much small group instruction was necessary for my reading and math students, especially with state assessments
What to do when a student is absent for a lab
You set up an elaborate lab for students to investigate solubility. Unfortunately you have one student home sick and another in the nurse’s office. With
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 Tips for Using Science Warm-Ups
Instead of chitter-chatter and wasted time, get students on task right away. We have so little instructional time and so much to do! You may
9 Simple Ways to Provide Choice in Your Classroom
A kid in a candy store is fascinated by all the choices. It’s been nearly three years since I blogged about student choice in the
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
Classroom Management Solution: Lab Teams
The Challenge: Lab Work Teacher: (hands out the lab sheets and materials tray) “Alright, we’re going to start the group activity now!” Student A: (grabs
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
Classroom Management Solution: Tech Helpers {A Bright Idea}
Welcome to the next post in my Classroom Management Solution Series and a stop on the Bright Ideas Blog Hop! The Problem Many teachers use
Classroom Management Solution: Hand Signals
“Can I go to the bathroom?” “I need a Kleenex.” “I gotta sharpen my pencil.” A student’s hand is raised. Does she need a
