Online teaching is not for the faint of heart! It is difficult enough to keep the attention of upper elementary and middle school students in the classroom, much less online! These virtual moon phase activities are a great way to add more engagement into your lessons! If you are a teaching ... Read More about 5 Virtual Moon Phase Activities Your Students Will Love
6 Proven Moon Phase Activities to Engage your Students
You're going to love these moon phase activities for upper elementary and middle school! By the time students get to sixth grade, they have been exposed to the phases of the moon, but often lack a real understanding of WHY and HOW the moon goes through phases. Here are a few of ... Read More about 6 Proven Moon Phase Activities to Engage your Students
The Ultimate Guide to Grade 6 Science Resources in Virginia
When I started teaching grade 6 science eleven years ago, I really struggled to find resources that were engaging, aligned, and differentiated! Our textbooks were not aligned with the Virginia Standards of Learning and resources were slim. I worked for hours each night to create interactive ... Read More about The Ultimate Guide to Grade 6 Science Resources in Virginia
5 Strategies to Increase Writing in the Science Classroom
Writing in the science classroom can be a daunting task! I recently did a poll on my InstaStories asking teachers “How often do you write in science class?” Most responses looked a lot like: “I can’t remember the last time we wrote.”“Not enough” "Once a month?" I get it - it’s hard ... Read More about 5 Strategies to Increase Writing in the Science Classroom
Your Guide to Digital Task Cards in the Classroom
Digital task cards are an effective tool for distance learning. They can also be used in the 1:1 classroom or group setting. Learn how! Have you considered using digital task cards but not sure where to start? Digital task cards give students the same experience as regular task cards ... Read More about Your Guide to Digital Task Cards in the Classroom