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What should middle school science look like?

I was researching for one of the programs I am working on and ran across this statement from the National Science Teacher’s Association: The middle school years, grades 5 through 9, are a time of...

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3 Christmas Science Activities

Christmas is almost upon us! The scent of pine mingled with peppermint is wafting through the air in homes around the country. The trees are trimmed, the icicle lights adorn the porch, and the gifts...

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The Punnett Square

The Punnett Square is a foundational genetic principle. It helps scientist predict which traits an offspring can have. In today’s post, I wanted to provide you with the tools to introduce this concept...

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Top reasons not to teach science – #1 Experiments

Gasp! Not teach science! I know you are thinking that I can’t possibly be suggesting that! And you are right. I definitely believe that science should be one of the subjects we consistently teach our...

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Top reasons not to teach science – #2 Dissections

Gasp! Not teach science! I know you are thinking that I can’t possibly be suggesting that! And you are right. I definitely believe that science should be one of the subjects we consistently teach our...

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The Three Keys to Teaching Science {Infograph & Video}

I have been sharing a series over on the Elemental Science blog about the three keys for teaching science. I am sure that you all will find this information helpful as well! So, today I am sharing an...

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I want to teach science, but textbooks put me to sleep!

So, you want to teach science at home. You jumped over the hurdles of doing dissections and experiments in your house. But when you think back to the textbooks you read, a yawn unwittingly escapes from...

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Why does an experiment fail? (And what to do when it does)

Does it seem that every single experiment you do fails? Are you on the verge of giving up on ever doing experiments ever again? First of all, let me say that you are not alone! Even some of the top...

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The Great Lego Balloon Car Race

Every summer we like to add a bit of science every week. We take some extra time on a walk to observe nature. We check out at least one science-related book each week from the library. And take to test...

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What Is Nature Study?

Nature study is a style of educating that searches for the principles of science in nature. It became a popular educational movement in the early 20th century and it is currently regaining popularity...

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