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Simple circuits provide an essential step in learning about electricity. Don’t skip straight to series and parallel circuits. Instead, let kids tinker with batteries, bulbs and wires. They’ll discover the…

Battery and Bulb Experiment

January 14, 2020

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Use this battery and bulb experiment to teach kids about electrical circuits. For each pair of students, you’ll need a 1.5-volt light bulb, a battery, and a strip of aluminum…

How to Use Christmas Tree Lights to Teach Electricity

January 3, 2020

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Teaching electricity? Grab some Christmas tree lights! They provide a cheap option for testing conductors and insulators. Furthermore, if you let kids take them apart, they’ll understand circuits better. (more…)

Consider Rechargeable Batteries for Your Classroom

January 2, 2020

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Rechargeable batteries are a great choice for any classroom. They last longer. Additionally, they’re friendly to your budget and the environment. (more…)

Growing Plants Bulletin Board Ideas

December 27, 2019

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Grow a plants bulletin board! It’s easy. First, purchase baggies with flaps and bean seeds. Second, staple a series of baggies to your board. Then add a few seeds with…

Interactive Bulletin Boards

December 22, 2019

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Interactive bulletin boards really draw students’ attention! Add one simple element to your display and see how kids respond. (more…)

Teaching Thermal Energy with Heat Activities for Kids

December 19, 2019

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Heat activities help kids conceptualize thermal energy. With a few everyday objects, you can help your students understand about conduction, convection, radiation, and much more! (more…)

4 Fabulous Heat Websites for Kids

December 17, 2019

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Heat websites help kids understand thermal energy concepts. Add media to your heat unit with these links. They’re great for third, fourth, and fifth grade students. (more…)

Sound Lesson Plans

December 16, 2019

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