Sun, Dec 01, 2013 4:33 PM in Use the textbook a lot?
I rarely use the textbook when I am teaching since it is so outdated and not really engaging for my students. I use it when I have a substitute or students need to use the glossary, but that is about as far as the textbook can take us. I use the series Picture Perfect Science, PBS Learning, and other internet resources. I also use www.cpalms.org to find ready made lesson plans. The more you ge...
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Sun, Dec 01, 2013 4:30 PM in Common Core Standards?
Most people are afraid when it comes to using the Common Core Standards, but there really isn't any reason to be afraid or to think they are making things complicated for us. The websites mentioned in other replies are great resources and you can also use www.cpalms.org to find lessons already aligned to the Common Core. I find that it is easiest to have your standards ready (including cross int...
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Sun, Dec 01, 2013 4:27 PM in Science and Reading
As most of the replies have stated, picture books are a perfect way to engage students when dealing with scientific content. If you are in the lower elementary grades, you can use any of Vicki Cobb's books. They are available for free preview at Harper Collins publishing. You can also use the series: Picture Perfect Science. There are books for K-2, 3-5, and middle school grades. These books...
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