10 Must-Have Ecosystem Books for 3rd-5th Grade
A picture is definitely worth a thousand words when you use books to teach your students about ecosystems! Here are some of my favorite ecosystem books for 3rd, 4th, and…
Category: Science
Watersheds Activities for Elementary Students
“Wherever you are, you’re in a watershed,” is what we always tell students during our watershed lessons. This is one of my favorite science units because it connects students to…
4 Activities to Teach Cause and Effect in Science
We tend to think of cause and effect as a reading skill, but it’s useful in all the content areas. Science is a great subject to practice this skill in…
The Best Ocean Books for Kids
Just like space, the ocean is one of those science topics that fascinates kids. I love having a variety of books on hand in the classroom to help them explore…
Electricity for Kids: Simple, Series, and Parallel Circuits
When it comes to teaching 4th and 5th grade science, electricity is one of my favorite units. I love teaching electric circuits because it’s hands-on, fun, and something students recognize…
Must-have Books to Teach the Sun, Earth, and Moon
Trade books are always on my list of resources when I teach any science, social studies, or math unit. I wanted to save you some time browsing the shelves by…