The Early Finisher – Science Edition

Classroom Managment, Middle School Science, Science Literacy

The Early Finisher  “Education is not something you can finish.” – Isaac Asimov   As teachers, we often face the challenge of students who work at different paces.  And while in an ideal world, every lesson would be individualized and differentiated, with our time...

Distance Learning – Using DocHub to Share Secure PDFs with your Students

Classroom Managment, Distance Learning, Uncategorized

For that past decade, Nitty Gritty Science has loved bringing you engaging lessons, resources, videos, and support for your science classroom needs. However, with schools closing across the country, we are all adjusting to a new reality of home-based distance...

Keys to a Successful Science Interactive Notebook

Classroom Managment, Science Interactive Notebooks

Science Interactive Notebooks are the cornerstone of my science curriculum and continue to be because of these Keys to a Successful Science Interactive Notebook that I keep in mind when designing new material for you. 1. Introduce topics by asking a guiding question....

NGSS Made Simple (and Manageable!)

Classroom Managment

    I it did folks! I’ve created a VERY manageable and easy to understand system to help you communicate to your students, administration or anyone else who may be visiting your classroom what Next Generation Science Standard performance expectations...