How to Teach Plural Possessive Nouns Without Tears
Plural possessive nouns are tricky to teach. First, kids must remember to write the entire word. Second, they add just an apostrophe to words that already end in s. For…
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How to Teach Singular Possessive Nouns Effectively
Singular possessive nouns are easy to teach. Just take a clear, conceptual approach. First, have kids add ‘s to written words. Second, ask them to write the words then add…
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3 Examples of Scaffolding Learning for Mastery of Standards
These examples of scaffolding learning explain steps in instructional planning. First, deconstruct standards. That uncovers concepts, skills, and additional guidance. Second, write objectives in bite-sized pieces. Finally, sequence the objectives…
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Teaching Hydroponics for Kids – Plants Need Air and Water
Teaching hydroponics for kids? To teach them that plants chiefly need air and water, try these projects. First, grow seeds in baggies. Second, give them a STEM, or engineering design,…
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Growing Kitchen Scraps in the Classroom – More Hydroponics for Kids
Growing kitchen scraps brings hydroponics to the classroom. You can do it for simple exploration. Alternatively, use vegetable parts to teach kids about scientific experimentation. By manipulating one little variable,…
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Hydroponics STEM Activity – Growing Plants Without Soil
Try this hydroponics STEM activity! Growing plants without soil engages kids in the engineering design process. Instead of one and done, it’s something you can do for months. (more…)
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Germinating Seeds in Baggies – An Introduction to Hydroponics
Germinating seeds in baggies is a great introduction to hydroponics. First, wet some paper towels. Second, place them in baggies. Third, add beans or corn. Finally, tape them to the…
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Communities Use Science Ideas to Protect Resources NGSS 5-ESS3-1
Communities use science ideas to protect resources. But how? In the United States, more than 16,000 wastewater treatment plants do this. Take a look at how you can teach NGSS…
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Capitalizing Proper Nouns – People, Places, and Things
Capitalizing proper nouns is the first step to full command of English grammar. Read on for ways to teach kids to capitalize. (more…)
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Teaching About Matter in Fifth Grade
Teaching about matter in fifth grade? Try these hands-on activities! First, kids learn that particles are too small to be seen. Second, they explore states of matter. Third, they conduct…
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