Picture books for 4th graders and up I am so excited to be able to offer you a guest interview all about picture books for 4th graders and beyond! Dan Kriesberg has been a middle school science teacher and outdoor educator for over 40 years! He loves nature and makes it a practice to find […]
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Vernal Pool and Frog Books for Elementary Teachers and Homeschool Parents [Ep. 48]Vernal pool and frog books Vernal pools are hopping, both literally and figuratively! This is the time of year when frogs and salamanders make their way to vernal pools to sing, dance, mate, and lay their eggs. To get your learners excited about this special time of the year, consider reading them vernal pool and […]
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9 Spring Picture Books to Help You Introduce Seasonal Signs, Plants, and Animals in Spring [Ep. 43]Spring Picture Books Spring is almost here and with it comes a change in weather and longer hours of daylight. Spring picture books could be just what you need to help introduce your students to the seasonal signs they may see and how plants and animals react to the change in weather and longer days. […]
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10 Books on Hibernation and Other Forms of Dormancy for Elementary Teachers and Homeschool Groups [Ep. 30]Books on hibernation and other forms of dormancy Animal dormancy is an interesting phenomena that will engage your students. Hibernation, torpor, brumation, and diapause are all ways that animals can sleep through the winter; a concept that can be a bit challenging for early childhood learners to grasp. Make this abstract concept more tangible by […]
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4 Turkey Day Activities and Books for Energetic Elementary Students [Ep. 25]Turkey day activities and books The week leading up to Thanksgiving comes with a lot of energy from your students. They are excited about the idea of having extra time off, eating all the pie, and sleeping in. If you’re feeling overwhelmed finding fun ways to keep your students engaged, make sure to listen to […]
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7 Invasive Species Books to Read in the Elementary ClassroomAre you looking for a way to introduce invasive species to your elementary students? The concept of invasive exotic species can be challenging for young students to understand. Picture books are an amazing way to learn about the world and can be an invaluable tool for introducing children to scientific skills and concepts. This list […]
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How Butterflies Grow: 8 Picture Books About Butterfly Life CyclesButterflies are a hot topic for students and teaching about how butterflies grow can be a great way to tie their interests into the standards. If your district uses the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), 3rd graders are supposed to “develop models to describe that organisms have unique and diverse life cycles but all have […]
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Teaching with Books: How to Integrate Science and Literacy for Elementary ClassroomsIf you’re reading this, you’re probably already convinced that teaching science in elementary school is important. But maybe you feel like there’s not enough time in your schedule thanks to the demands for more math, reading, and writing instruction. Subject integration could be your new best friend! I’m talking about covering science concepts by teaching […]
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12 Stellar Books About the Moon, Sun, and EclipsesAre you looking for a way to get ready for the upcoming solar eclipse or to get a better understanding of the moon and sun? Picture books are an amazing way to learn about the world and can be an invaluable tool for introducing children to scientific skills and concepts. This list of books about […]
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A List of 10 St Patty’s Day Picture Books About ScienceAre you looking for a way to spice up your St Patty’s Day celebrations while also getting the most out of your day? Picture books are an amazing way to learn about the world and can be an invaluable tool for introducing children to scientific skills and concepts. This list of St Patty’s Day picture […]
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