The Early Finisher – Science Edition

The Early Finisher – Science Edition

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...
The uHandy Mobile Microscope – Teacher Kit

The uHandy Mobile Microscope – Teacher Kit

Microscopes are truly my FAVORITE scientific instrument and I personally believe that no other tool gets students more excited about science.  I love sharing tips, techniques, and lessons with teachers so that they can use microscopy with their students. Many times...
Make Amazing 3D Models in a Class Period!

Make Amazing 3D Models in a Class Period!

Having students create models is so effective at driving a science concept home, but unfortunately time, money, and patience sometimes act as limiting factors.  Well…that used to be the case, until now.  Watch the video below to see how two sheets of paper can...
Ideas for Bringing the Outdoors Inside for a Science Lesson

Ideas for Bringing the Outdoors Inside for a Science Lesson

You and your students have engaged in Outdoor Explorer activities on a weekly basis, but with a look ahead at the next week’s weather, you don’t think it will be possible to make it outdoors.  No worries – here are some ideas to bring the outdoors inside! Idea 1:...