Roald Dahl was more than just a children’s book author, though he was arguably one of the best that ever laid pen to paper. But did you know that…
How to Set Up an Interactive Notebook in Any Classroom
Interactive notebooks are useful in any subject area. In my science classroom, students used them for all of their Do Nows, all of their ...
C.U.P.S. and A.R.M.S.
I am new to teaching Writing in sixth grade. It was a subject previously taught by one of my team members, but now I am on my own. I really wanted to use something simple for my kids to use for revising and editing and it seemed like the C.U.P.S. and A.R.M.S. revising and editing was a simple enough place to start. I also wanted to make something that they could glue into their notebooks for a quick reference. Of course, I quickly hopped over to PicMonkey to create something fast and cute. So far, I am still getting my…
Human Body Activities for Kids
These human body activities for kids are a great way to let them learn how the human body works. Kids are fascinated by learning. And one thing that's for certain is that when they are
Design, Engineering, Science – Their Differences through the lens of Biomimicry
I have had the opportunity to spend some time with amazing people over the last couple of weeks. These include everything from researchers in basic science laboratories looking for nature’s r…
27 Things Every 3rd Grader Needs to Know
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Vibrant Opal 5 Painting by Marta Zamarska | Saatchi Art
About The Artwork oil on canvas Nature and the diversity of organic forms have inspired me to embark on my new project. The abstract works reflect the intensity and a wide range of colors of minerals, stones and rocks. On the soft surface of canvas I try to capture smoothness, roughness, transparency, the structure and texture of minerals and gemstones. Due to all-over composition the painting becomes the "mineral" itself, that is to say "oil mineral." The juxtaposition of contrasting colours, as well as monochromatic structures create a shimmering mineral kaleidoscope. Action painting and colour field painting of Abstract Expressionism…
Cabbage Restores the Digestive Tract, Reduces the Inflammatory Process and Clears Problem-Prone Skin
The one food you’re skipping, may be one of the best health foods out there! Rich in vitamins and minerals, here are 10 reasons to eat more cabbage.
