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Hello, my name is Kennedy Lape and I am a fourth-year Elementary Education major at Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa. Upon graduation in May of 2025, I will have Endorsements in K-8 Reading and Pre K-K Early Childhood. My hobbies include; hanging with my family and friends, reading, watching sports, and spending time outside.

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Heredity and Variation: Middle

A collection of resources for middle school teachers on the topic of heredity and variation. The collection includes resources that explore patterns of inheritance and discuss how offspring can look similar to their parents yet still possess differences within their genetic code.

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NSTA Journal Articles

A list of Journal Articles available at the National Science Teaching Association.

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Fri, Nov 22, 2024 8:03 PM in Question: Parent Involvement

Hi, I am a preservice teacher at Wartburg College. One way to encourage parent involvement is by maintaining clear and open communication. Use tools like weekly emails, a classroom app, or newsletters to keep parents updated on what their child is learning and how they can help. For projects or homework, provide clear instructions and offer suggestions for ways parents can support without taking ...

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Fri, Nov 22, 2024 7:37 PM in Incorporating other disciplines into STEM

Hi, I am a preservice teacher at Wartburg College. Congratulations on becoming a first-year science teacher! Incorporating arts and social sciences into STEM can be a great way to make lessons more engaging and well-rounded. One idea is to use art projects to help students visualize complex scientific concepts—like having them create a 3D model of a cell using clay or recycled materials. You can ...

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Fri, Nov 22, 2024 7:36 PM in Incorporating other disciplines into STEM

Hi, I am a preservice teacher at Wartburg College. Congratulations on becoming a first-year science teacher! Incorporating arts and social sciences into STEM can be a great way to make lessons more engaging and well-rounded. One idea is to use art projects to help students visualize complex scientific concepts—like having them create a 3D model of a cell using clay or recycled materials. You can ...

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Reviews
Recent Reviews by Kennedy

Fri, Nov 22, 2024 9:25 PM
Exploring Forces Through Fun

Kristel Pushes and Pulls is an interactive eBook available on the NSTA platform that introduces the basic concepts of forces and motion in a fun and accessible way. The story follows Kristel as she discovers how pushes and pulls impact the movement of objects in her everyday life. The eBook blends storytelling with science education effectively. It includes interactive activities, such as drag-and-drop tasks and short quizzes, that keep students engaged while reinforcing key concepts. The colorful illustrations and animations enhance the learning experience, making abstract ideas easier to understand. What sets this eBook apart is its focus on critical thinking. It asks readers open-ended questions and encourages them to make predictions and observations, which supports problem-solving and inquiry-based learning. This makes it an excellent resource not only for elementary students but also for educators who want to introduce physical science topics in an engaging format. Overall, Kristel Pushes and Pulls is a well-designed tool for fostering an interest in science while helping students grasp fundamental principles of motion.

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