Megan Clagg

IL

Science 101: Does the Weather Affect Your Body?

Mon, Feb 12, 2018 3:57 PM
Does the Weather Effect Your Body Review

The article entitled Science 101: Does the Weather Effect Your Body is a simplistic way of explaining some of the effects of weather and how our bodies react. I thought the article provided some excellent activities to help students to better understand the concepts of humidity, temperature, and atmospheric pressure. I thought the article was engaging and well-written. I would use these activities in my future classroom.

Uncovering Student Ideas in Primary Science, Volume 1: 25 New Formative Assessment Probes for Grades K–2

Mon, Feb 05, 2018 11:53 PM
Engaging and Age-Appropriate

Based on the overview, Uncovering Student Ideas in Primary Science sounds like the perfect book for teachers who are promoting "science talk" and engaging activities for young elementary students. This book provides numerous lessons where students can explore the world around them, and document their observations through drawings and discussion. I can't wait to see what this book has to offer!