Category Archives: Science

Finding What Works in the Classroom 2.24.11

Posted on February 24, 2011 by

Temperature in Wasilla, late morning, 20°F, little wind Teachers want to know what works in the classroom to facilitate student learning and to achieve growth in their learning. The research-based document,What Works in Classroom Instruction by Robert Marzano, Barbara Gaddy, … Continue reading →

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Something to Do While You Follow Me!

Posted on January 1, 2011 by

When I arrive in Alaska around February 22, I’ll post often to keep you in the loop about what I am doing and what is going on with the race. And, when the race starts March 6, I’ll post daily … Continue reading →

Posted in Elementary, Environmental Education, Environmental Education, Environmental Education, High School, Language Arts, Language Arts, Language Arts, Math, Math, Math, Messages from Martha, Middle School, Science, Science, Science

Iditarod is Coming! Fill Your Sled Now!

Posted on January 1, 2011 by

(Keep on reading to find some ideas of activities for your students to do.) Mushers carry the following mandatory items in their sleds during the race. I bet you can make this list relevant to what students need to be … Continue reading →

Posted in Environmental Education, Environmental Education, Environmental Education, High School, Language Arts, Language Arts, Language Arts, Math, Math, Math, Math, Messages from Martha, Middle School, PreSchool & Kindergarten, Reading, Science, Science, Science, Technology, Technology, Technology

Snow!

Posted on December 16, 2010 by

North Carolina, my home, is a state with very different regions—the Appalachian Mountains in the western part of the state; the rolling land of the Piedmont where I live; the flat coastal farmland edging to the Atlantic Ocean. Snow frequently visits … Continue reading →

Posted in Elementary, Language Arts, Messages from Martha, PreSchool & Kindergarten, Reading, Science

More Lessons & Ideas to Fill Your Sled!

Posted on August 7, 2010 by

August is upon us, and we teachers know the clock is ticking towards that first day of school. In July, I posted clip art to help you with bulletin boards, room decorations, and more. You got a great start with … Continue reading →

Posted in Elementary, High School, Language Arts, Language Arts, Language Arts, Messages from Martha, Middle School, Science, Science, Science, Social Studies, Social Studies, Social Studies

Lessons From Herb Brambley

Posted on November 29, 2009 by

(Under construction.  Links to be added soon.) Lesson 1: Introduction to the Iditarod Sled Dog Race; Grades 2-8; Geography, Social Studies, and Science; This lesson introduces how climate relates to lifestyle and culture. Lesson 2: The Alaskan Husky; Grades 4-8; Technology, … Continue reading →

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