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Nitty Gritty Science Photo Contest!
Contest: You’ve told me how Nitty Gritty Science has helped you and your students…now you have a chance to SHOW ...
Implementing the Nitty Gritty Science Curriculum ~ 5E Model
Why Planning is So Important Planning is one of the most important functions of teaching. Whether you’re a new or ...
The 5E Instructional Model – Why You Should Be Using It in Your Classroom
If you haven’t already figured it out, I am a HUGE enthusiast of the 5E Model when designing my Nitty ...
Secondary Science Back-to-School Giveaway
Floors are waxed, books are tidy, files are organized…yep, it’s the start of another school year! There’s so much to ...
Interactive Notebook Hacks Part 1: Keeping INB’s Neat and Organized
Check out my latest video on helping students keep their Interactive Notebooks neat and organized for the ENTIRE YEAR! This ...
Using Word Walls in Science
Making Vocab Connections Word walls used to be a term heard only in elementary schools. Nowadays it is more ...
Making Editable Notes Work for You and Your Students
Taking notes in science class is essential for students to get the needed information of the topic being studied. However, ...
Keys to a Successful Science Interactive Notebook
Science Interactive Notebooks are the cornerstone of my science curriculum and continue to be because of these Keys to a ...
Plate Tectonics and Sea Floor Spreading for Science Interactive Notebooks
Teaching the concept of sea-floor spreading can be easily modeled using my simple, yet powerful interactive resource for science interactive ...
Interactive 3D Topographic Map YOU CAN BUILD!
Are you ready to have your students FLIP OUT over topographic maps?? Well, with the help of the researchers at ...
Science Interactive Notebook Learning Series: Using Visuals and Graphics to Improve Critical Thinking Skills
Studies have revealed that when teachers are selecting instructional materials for their classrooms, visuals and graphics need to be considered, ...
Earth’s Atmosphere
The next chapter in the Earth Science Interactive Notebook series features Earth's Atmosphere which will focus on the following concepts: ...
