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What time of day is best for science?
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When scheduling science at the elementary level, which is better for students: having science class in the morning or the afternoon? We have always had reading and math in the morning with science and social studies in…
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What to do on the first day of school
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I’m looking for suggestions on what to do with students on the first day of school. I’m starting my first year teaching science at a middle school. —Shelly, Illinois Put yourself in the students’ place. On the…
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A great day from start to finish
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It’s understandable that conference-goers are tired at the end of the day. The Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center is huge, and fortunately the schedulers built in some time to trek from one session to another. With the…
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What’s a good Irish Science Teacher to do in Philly on St. Patrick’s Day? Judging by the amount of green I’m seeing around town today, there’s plenty! Start your day off with a smile by taking a virtual field trip to…
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Reviewing Curriculum for 3D Design - 1 day
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On a Clear Day You Can See Forever
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The Most Profound News of Valentine’s Day 2017
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This Valentine’s Day, while most media attention was focused on the dismissal of the National Security Advisor, The New York Times ran a story that received much less media attention, but has far greater potential…
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This Earth Day, Engage Kids in Citizen Science!
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From students, to families, to interested novices … citizen scientists are people from all walks of life who participate in projects that help document biological and environmental trends over regions and timelines far…
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Summertime science investigations and International Mud Day
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Many children investigate the natural world more fully in summer, building their understanding of natural materials and phenomena through small moments and large. Jumping into water Pushing stones …
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Long day, but they're still at it
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A hands-on experience with a walking stick It’s been a long day, but there are still sessions going on. The exhibit hall is still a popular spot with many folks checking out the latest texts, software, and other “…
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Notes from day 1 at the Sino-US forum
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NSTA Executive Director Francis Eberle The NSTA delegation of science educators landed Monday night and began the inaugural 2010 US–Sino Forum in Shanghai on Tuesday. The purpose of this trip is to learn about…
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Multicultural Scientific Contributions Matter Every Day
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February is designated as Black History Month. Why is this the only time that black inventors and scientists are recognized? —Tammy, Alabama It is important to expose students to the many significant…
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Another Fall event – Mole Day
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In a previous entry on fall activities, I forgot to include Mole Day, celebrated on October 23 (10/23) from 6:02 a.m. to 6:02 p.m. The timing of this event celebrates Avogadro’s number — 6.02 * 10^23 For more…
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Half Day Making Sense Workshop - Virtual
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