Now that both grade levels are involved in science literacy blocks, it may be a great time for teams to read the short (and easily read) article, Reading and Writing in the Science Classrooms. I love the way this article begins, "Just like peanut butter and jelly, science and the communication skills of reading and writing are natural partners for today's elementary classroom." Many of you will learn a lot this first quarter about what you're doing as teachers right along with the students learning what they're doing as learners. Please use this article as a point of discussion for your team over lunch or during your regularly scheduled PLC team time.
A few of you have already tapped our AEA library as a resource for your Science Lit class. In addition to the AEA, our own public library and district media centers (Inman, Middle School & High School) can be another great resource. Work with Jane, Jan, Janelle and Ann (sounds like a teenage pop group) when you are ordering specific grade level books. Emailing Janelle or Ann when you want additional resources - be sure to give them the specific content areas and/or types of resources you need.
Online resources such as United Streaming and Teachertube.com (see July 24th, 2009) are great places to find engaging video resources and online activities. Michelle had sent out a link to science mini-lessons that looked worthwhile and has been added to Our Favorite Links on our website.. Basically...when you find a great resource...SHARE IT!!
I think we'll all learn a lot together these next 9 weeks....I know the kids will.
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