Science

Matter, Physical Science, Science

Introduction to matter is simple! With a few common materials, you can teach NGSS 5-PS1-1 and more. Fifth grade students quickly learn that matter is made of particles too small…

Teaching Ecosystems Activities for Kids

March 23, 2022

Life Science, Science

Teaching ecosystems activities? These lessons build background information for this complex concept. First, kids consider food. Then they dive into cells and photosynthesis. Next, they learn about producers, consumers, and…

Teaching Food Chains and Webs – Ecosystems for Kids

March 20, 2022

Life Science, Science

Teaching food chains and webs? These handy organizers explain how energy in animals’ food comes from the Sun. When kids learn about producers, consumers, and decomposers, they begin to understand…

Teaching Weather and Climate Activities for Kids

March 16, 2022

Teaching weather and climate? Try these activities! First, set up a classroom weather station. Then, teach kids how to read weather maps. Finally, explore climate patterns around the world. (more…)

What You Need to Teach Climate Zones

March 13, 2022

Teach climate zones with a variety of activities. First, show them how to locate tropical, temperate, and arctic climates by latitude. Then explain how they can be affected by mountains,…

How to Teach Weather Maps Like a Pro

March 9, 2022

Teach weather maps – with just a little instruction. Read on to find out how your students can read, analyze, and forecast the weather. (more…)

Classroom Weather Station – Set One Up Now!

March 6, 2022

Want to create a classroom weather station? First, teach kids about features and tools. Next, ask them to record daily data. Finally, they can graph their findings. And there you…

How to Build Body Systems Models for Kids

March 2, 2022

Body Systems, Life Science, Science

Wondering how to build body systems models? Read on for directions for the circulatory, digestive, immune, musculoskeletal, nervous, and respiratory systems. (more…)

How to Build a Simple Respiratory System Model

February 27, 2022

Body Systems, Life Science, Science