science at home
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The Sky Has No Limits
Diligence. Patience. Perseverance. Every teacher and parent wants children to develop these qualities. Aside from urging students to complete their work, just how is it done? Consider parent William Mitchell, a father of ten. He loved astronomy and expected his children to assist him—as part of their education—as he observed the sky at night. He Continue reading
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Worms Conquer! Science Teaching For Us All
This year, Sam’s school hired a science specialist. Every Tuesday she rolls her supply-stocked cart from room to room and teaches the science content students must know by spring. Sam’s class’s 40-minute slot begins at 10:20. “I hate to admit it, but I’m relieved,” he said. “It’ll free me up to focus on my kids’ Continue reading