Students were given straws and paper clips to build the strongest bridge that weighs the least (least amount of supplies). They can test their designs, re-design, and test again. Each day they fill out an exit slip about what problems they have encountered and possible solutions so the next day they are reminded what they did the previous day.
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Who has done the topography lesson with the clear take out trays? Love to hear what you did and include any links to materials you have!
Below is a powerpoint and lesson plan Gina Tanner did with her 4th graders from Mary E. Silveira.
Referenced in the new NGSS draft frameworks. Based on the previous science standards but does have correlation charts for the new standards.
Many classroom are incorporating the stream tables into their curriculum this year. Below is how two 4th grade classes at Dixie did it. Please share in the comments anything you learned from your experiences! 3rd Grade from Glenwood
Below are pictures from 3rd, 4th , and 5th grade classes, and their clay boat lessons. Check out the comments below and feel free to add any ideas and helpful management tips! iTunes U Courses for Educators: Designed with educators in mind, these free courses are perfect for improving your own content knowledge, or simply showcasing amazing resources to your class. Each course is chock-full of media assets, worksheets, and guiding questions. Biodiversity Course: Take a virtual expedition with us to investigate the amazing diversity of life on this planet. Learn what biodiversity is, why it's important, where it's found, how it comes into existence, how you study it, why it's threatened, and how it can be protected. Science Video Vault: Browse our collection of educational videos to help your students visualize data and understand scientific and environmental concepts. These materials will support your teaching of the new Next Generation Science Standards. Youth Programs: The Academy provides a variety of out-of-school-time programs for middle and high school-aged youth. We are committed to providing the inspiration and training for young people to become science enthusiasts and stewards of the natural world.
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