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I was recently reading the December 11, 2023 issue of "Forbes" magazine. In this issue, I read the article "Bright Minds, Big Innovations: Exploring 'Science Fair: The Series'."  It was written by Tony Bradley. "Science Fair: The Series," National Geographic's latest documentary series, is a deep dive into the world of young scientific minds, capturing their journey through the highly competitive...

I was recently reading the September-October, 2023 issue of "Connected Science Learning," a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the article "40 Years of Inspiring Students to Explore STEM: What has Science Olympiad Learned?"  It was written by John F. Loehr and Jenny Kopach. In May 2024, Science Olympiad will celebrate the 40th Annual Science Olympiad N...

K12Science Podcast:  International Space Station   I was recently reading the October, 2023 special issue of USA Today, entitled, "NASA at 65." In this issue, I read the article "25 Years Up There: International Space Station Operators are Preparing for the Outpost's Demise." 25 years ago, the first two elements of the International Space Station were connected by shuttle astronauts.  After 2030,...

I was recently reading the December 7, 2023 issue of "Smithsonian" magazine. In this issue, I read the article "The Ten Best Science Books of 2023" written by Bridget Alex, Riley Black, Dan Falk, Shi En Kim, Carlyn Kranking, and Joe Spring.  In the article they shared their top nonfiction science titles from the past year, selected by "Smithsonian" magazine's editors and frequent contributors. In...

I was recently reading the December 7, 2023 issue of "Smithsonian" magazine. In this issue, I read the article "The Ten Best Science Books of 2023" written by Bridget Alex, Riley Black, Dan Falk, Shi En Kim, Carlyn Kranking, and Joe Spring.  In the article they shared their top nonfiction science titles from the past year, selected by "Smithsonian" magazine's editors and frequent contributors.  In...

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of "The Science Teacher" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the section "Career of the Month" written by Luba Vangelova.  In this section, she focused on the career of an acoustician. An acoustician is an expert in the branch of physics concerned with the properties of sound.  Tony Hoover is an acoustician...

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of "Science Scope" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the section, "Practical Research" written by Samantha Lindgren, Meghan McCleary, Susan Gasper, Amanda Nieves, Kara Stengren, and Amira Shabana. They wrote an article entitled, "Outdoor Teaching and Learning in Natural Spaces and Outdoor Classrooms." When...

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of "Science Scope" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the section, "Citizen Science" written by Jill Nugent. She wrote an article entitled, "Beavers from Space!" Beavers from Space is an online project that launched in 2023, and your help is needed to determine where beavers are found and where they appear...

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of "The Science Teacher" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the article "The Use of Storytelling to Model NGSS Science and Engineering Practices" written by Adrienne Larocque and Anna Babarinde. An important strand of three-dimensional learning in the Next Generation Science Standards is science and enginee...

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of "Science and Children" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.    In this issue, I read the section, "Science 101" written by Matthew Bobrowsky. He wrote an article entitled, "What Can My Students See During the Upcoming Solar Eclipse?!" The total solar eclipse that will take place on April 8, 2024, will probably be your last chanc...

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of "The Science Teacher" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Commentary" written by John Suchocki. He wrote an article entitled, "Pathways to Science Literacy."   The concepts of science and the practices of doing science are not the same.  As science teachers, we should pull the rich practices...

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of "Science Scope" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the section, "Integrating Technology," written by Michael McKenzie and Alex Fegely. They wrote an article entitled, "Differentiate Science Lessons by Using VR in Station Rotations." Blended learning strategies combined with innovative technology, for exa...

I was recently reading the Fall, 2023 issue of "Science Scope" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the section, "From the Editor's Desk," written by Patty McGinnis. She wrote an article entitled, "Cultivating Collaboration," Collaboration is a key skill that is foundational to society.  The expansion of scientific knowledge, coupled with today's compl...

I was recently reading the July/August 2023 issue of "Connected Science Learning" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read an article entitled, "Innovative Technology Enhances Outdoor Learning Experiences with Playground Physics."  It was written by Michaela Labriole, Judith Hutton, Laycca Umer, and Kate Maschak. Playground Physics is a free digital applic...

I was recently reading the April 2023 issue of "Connected Science Learning" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the editorial section written by Beth Murphy.  She wrote an article entitled, "Science, Science, Everywhere." If we look to the history of science and engineering, it all begins with phenomena-observations of the natural and human-made world...

I was recently reading the July/August 2023 issue of "The Science Teacher" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the "Career of the Month" column, written by Luba Vangelova.  She wrote an article entitled, "Agronomist." Agronomists, or agriculturists, use their knowledge of soil and plants to help farmers row crops more effectively.  They can work for g...

I was recently reading the July/August 2023 issue of "Science and Children" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the "Science 101" column, written by Matt Bobrowsky.  He wrote an article entitled, "Origin of Dinosaur Names." Most of our English words have their roots in other languages.  In this podcast we look at the origin of: Dinosaur Stegosaurus Ty...

I was recently reading the July/August 2023 issue of "Science and Children" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the "Editor's Note" column, written by Elizabeth Barrett-Zahn.  She wrote an article entitled, "Inspired by Nature: Biomimicry." Biomimicry is a powerful approach to designing and engineering sustainable solutions by taking inspiration from...

I was recently reading the July/August 2023 issue of "Science Scope" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the "Citizen Science" column, written by Jill Nugent.  She wrote an article entitled, "Megamovie 2024: A Project to Eclipse All Others." The primary goal of the Eclipse Megamovie Project 2017 was to produce a high definition, time-expanded, video o...

I was recently reading the July/August 2023 issue of "Science Scope" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the "Commentary" column, written by Kurtz Miller.  He wrote an article entitled, "Preparing for the Great American Eclipse of 2024." The Great American Eclipse of 2024 will pass across the United States on Monday, April 8, 2024, from Eagle Pass, Te...

I was recently reading the July/August 2023 issue of "Science Scope" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the "From the Editor's Desk" column, written by Patty McGinnis.  She wrote an article entitled, "Hurrah for Teachable Moments." Two wonderful teachable celestial events will occur during this school year in North America, allowing plenty of time to...

I was recently reading the May/June 2023 issue of "The Science Teacher" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the "Career of the Month" column, written by Luba Vangelova.  She wrote an article entitled, "Building Science Engineer." Broadly speaking, building science involves the study of how heat, air, and moisture move through a building's components. ...

I was recently reading the May/June 2023 issue of "The Science Teacher" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the "Editor's Corner" column, written by Ann Haley MacKenzie.  She wrote an article entitled, "Promoting Scientific Literacy in the Science Classroom." This is the second of a two-part podcast series on Scientific Literacy.  In this podcast we w...

I was recently reading the May/June 2023 issue of "The Science Teacher" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the "Editor's Corner" column, written by Ann Haley MacKenzie.  She wrote an article entitled, "Promoting Scientific Literacy in the Science Classroom." This is the first of a two-part podcast series on Scientific Literacy.  In this podcast we wi...

I was recently reading the May/June 2023 issue of "Science & Children" a publication of the National Science Teaching Association.  In this issue, I read the "Science 101" column, written by Matt Bobrowsky.  He wrote an article entitled, "What Are Some Fun Activities Related to Thunderstorms?." There are several activities you can do related to thunderstorms or just rain.  One activity is to try a...