What does a successful science lab experience look like to you? Students working collaboratively in groups? 'On-topic discussions and idea sharing? Students helping each other to use lab equipment appropriately? Supplies cleaned and put away neatly when finished? Yes, yes, yes, and yes! ... Read More about 5 Simple Ideas for a Running a Successful Science Lab
5 Middle School Science Novels You Don’t Want to Miss
This post "Middle School Science Novels You Don't Want to Miss" contains affiliate links. I may earn a small commission when you click on the links at no additional cost to you. One of my favorite ways to bring science curriculum to life is using novels in the science classroom! Science ... Read More about 5 Middle School Science Novels You Don’t Want to Miss
6 Physical and Chemical Weathering Activities for Students
Are you looking for easy, inexpensive, and quick physical and chemical weathering activities for your classroom? Take a look at a few of my favorite activities to model the actions of physical and chemical weathering in the classroom using everyday supplies. Check out my 6 favorite physical and ... Read More about 6 Physical and Chemical Weathering Activities for Students
Instant Engagement Activities for Teaching Properties of Water
Properties of water activities are always a hit in the classroom! Learning about water is ridiculously fascinating and SO MUCH FUN to teach! I love when students ask what was "added to the water" to make it do these things! 🤣 What makes teaching properties of water so ... Read More about Instant Engagement Activities for Teaching Properties of Water
5 Engaging Formation of the Solar System Activities
If you teach about the formation of the solar system, you probably know that finding age appropriate activities can be a huge challenge! Teaching the solar system's formation (or nebular theory) can seem really intimidating to sixth graders! Over the years, I've found some fun and engaging ... Read More about 5 Engaging Formation of the Solar System Activities