Andrea Herren

Hi Sarah,   I think one way to make science more fun for students who may not enjoy it as much is to try to connect the content that they may like. You could also connect it to real life situations. I think also knowing what kind of "learner" they are will help as well. If they are a hands-on learner, then try to gear lessons that are hands on or in small groups. If they ar...

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STEAM is such a great way to get student working collaborativley and being hands on with the assignment. It allows for a lot of building freedom where they can use their creativity and practice listening and speaking skills all at the same time. In the Elementary age, this is a vital skill for them the practice and learn. You could do building lessons where the students are with partners and have...

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Hello,  On some of the field trips I have taken my students on, I always make sure there is something to hold the students accountable for their learning when on field trips. I have created scavenger hunts for the when we have gone to the zoo. For example, I had student write down one of the "facts" posted by an animals habitat and they would have to write it down and connec it ...

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