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Mon, Nov 08, 2021 1:16 PM in Your Top 5 coolest low tech STEM activities

I once did a fun, low-tech STEAM project where students had to use the given supplies to devise a way to get Repunzel out of her tower. My colleagues and I made the tower out of cardboard and then gave the students materials such as popsicle sticks, string, pipe cleaners, tape, and paper. Their task was to create a way for the Repunzel doll to ride out of the tower without falling. They had the o...

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Mon, Nov 08, 2021 1:03 PM in Making Musical Instruments

What a neat video! This could provide an intersting introduction to the study of sound. Students could watch the video, then play a game called "I wonder, I notice" to get the ball rolling on what they already know and what they are curious about.

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Mon, Nov 08, 2021 12:46 PM in Engaging my students

Hi Mayte, One way I have found to help my struggling students engage is by having them participate in group or partner work with students who are strong in science. Sometimes, classmates are able to explain concepts to eachother more clearly than us teachers. Thus, the struggling students benefit by gaining a better understanding of the concept and the other students have the opportunity to te...

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Recent Reviews by Eva

Sat, Dec 04, 2021 1:27 PM
Discover the NGSS: Clarifies Concepts Well

Until I read this interactive e-book, certain elements of the NGSS confused me. The book gives an excellent in-depth explanation of how the standards came about. Then, it throughly explores each element of the standards and how they may be best applied in the classroom. I would certainly recommend this book to anyone who would like a better understanding of how the NGSS work.

Sat, Dec 04, 2021 1:18 PM
Animals in the Classroom: Helpful Information

I am interested in having animals in my classroom, however, I want to ensure that I do it in a way that is safe and beneficial for both my students and the animals. This resource is brief but answered many of my questions on the topic. Further, it provided me with additional resources to turn to for information.

Garden Collection

Mon, Nov 08, 2021 1:28 PM
Garden Collection: Excellent Resource

I enjoyed reading all of the resources contained within the Garden Collection. They provided me with ideas of how they can be used to foster meaningful learning as well as how to get my own learning garden started. Thank you!

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