Animal habitats are so diverse. When I think about all the different spaces where plants and animals thrive, I'm truly in awe. Animals, and their ability to adapt within changing ecosystems, are full of surprises. Any unit around animals is never a hard sell for children. From cute and cuddly to fast and fierce, kids love them. So learning about where and how they live in nature is an easy … [Read more...]
How to Make Butter in a Jar
If you've ever wondered how to make butter, you're in the right spot. And if you haven't done it before, you won't believe how easy it is. Even with kids! ...which is the true test of how simple something really is. Making homemade butter became one of our classroom Thanksgiving traditions years ago. It's inexpensive to make, takes less than twenty minutes, and has a wow factor we never get … [Read more...]
Classroom Posters That Develop Positive Behaviors
What do readers do? Or writers? How about scientists, musicians, and athletes? What does it look like to be an active listener? And what does it mean to be a good friend? The first week of school is right around the corner and these are some of the questions I know we'll talk about as we work on building our culture. These classroom posters have been in my back to school toolbox for years and I … [Read more...]
Space Books for Kids
Check out all these great space books for kids! They're packed with kid-friendly explanations to help you answer questions like, "Does the Sun move?" and "What makes day and night?" For children who are learning about the Sun, I recommend Stacy McAnulty's picture book SUN! ONE IN A BILLION (pictured above👆). It's narrated by the Sun and uses humor throughout the book to share important facts. … [Read more...]
Women in Math and Science
Let's teach girls about women in math and science, and let's go ahead and begin with our littlest learners. Learning the stories of amazing women who came before us is not only important, but inspiring. This is especially true for girls who are interested in fields and causes where women are typically underrepresented, such as math and science. From a young age, girls need to hear the message … [Read more...]
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