Originally published April 2024 As part of its yearlong Earthshot spotlight dedicated to climate solutions and sustainability, the Museum of Science has developed a suite of interactive curricula and educational games to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and passionate problem solvers. Available in English and Spanish, the new Earthshot educational resources span grades preK-12 and formats, including Youth Engineering Solutions (YES), Engineering is Elementary (EiE), Kahoot!, and TinyTap, encouraging students of all ages to imagine and design innovative ..read more

Originally published in TEACH Magazine, March/April 2024 Issue Name: Bear Age: 4 years Breed: Belgian Malinois Mix Characteristics: dramatic, huggable, smart Location: Pennsylvania, USA Parent: Chrissy R. Name: Bonk Age: 2 years Breed: Cardigan Welsh Corgi Characteristics: brazen, earnest, robust Location: British Columbia, Canada Parent: Lucy Y. Name: Lucy Age: 3 years Breed: Anatolian Shepherd/ Maremma Sheepdog/Poodle Mix Characteristics: energetic, protective, snuggly Location: British Columbia, Canada Parent: Nicola G. Name: Obi Wan Catnobi Age: 6 years Breed: American Short ..read more

Originally published April 2024 For the past nine years, Connected Nation (CN) has partnered with Utah Education Network (UEN) to develop the Utah School Technology Inventory Report, a statewide inventory that compiles critical data about technology usage and gaps in Utah K-12 schools. The fifth biannual report was released earlier this year, highlighting more than 82,600 data points representing 1,034 schools across Utah. The final report provided a comprehensive summary of the Utah school system and an overview page for every school district and charter school in th ..read more

Originally published April 2024 On April 8th, a total solar eclipse will be visible across much of North America. This rare celestial event occurs when the moon is closer to the Earth than usual, so as it passes between the Earth and the sun at just the right alignment, it is big enough to completely block out the sun’s light. When this happens, parts of North America will be plunged into darkness for a few minutes. The next total solar eclipse that can be seen in North America won’t take place for another 20 years, so you won’t want to miss this one! To help you and your students get re ..read more

Originally published in TEACH Magazine, March/April 2024 Issue Ramadan is a month-long period of fasting, prayer, and reflection. It provides an opportunity to strengthen family and community ties while gaining self-discipline, empathy, and spiritual awareness. In line with this, we have compiled a list of new and upcoming books featuring Muslim characters who embody these values, and with the month of Ramadan already underway, now is a great time to add these to your classroom or library! We hope you and your students find them helpful and inspiring. Aliya’s Secret: A Story of Ramadan by F ..read more

Originally published March 2024 St. Patrick’s Day, initially celebrated as the feast day of the patron saint of Ireland, has since become an event recognized by people around the world. Popularized by Irish immigrants in North America, it is now known for its lively festivities and fun traditions. As this merry day approaches, why not get into the spirit by reading some Irish-themed books? We’ve gathered 10 new and upcoming titles for St. Patrick’s Day and beyond. From heartwarming stories of Irish culture to thrilling tales of Celtic myths and legends, these sham-rockin’ books are sure ..read more

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Originally published in TEACH Magazine, January/February 2024 Issue Name: Angela Age: 4 years Breed: Domestic Shorthair Characteristics: loving, princess, shy Location: Haryana, India Parent: Neelam R. Name: Minnie Age: 1 year Breed: Domestic Shorthair Characteristics: goofball, talkative, Mama’s boy Location: Haryana, India Parent: Neelam R. Name: Otto Age: 3 years Breed: German Mittelspitz Characteristics: fluffy, needy, mischievous Location: Ski, Norway Parent: Nani T. Name: Sophie Age: 8 years Breed: Chihuahua/Shih Tzu Mix Characteristics: affectionate, clever, patient Locat ..read more

Originally published in TEACH Magazine, January/February 2024 Issue Join us in celebrating the achievements of women in sports! While it’s true that sports have come a long way, women have only recently begun to gain the recognition they deserve as athletes. It’s important to highlight the lives of women and girls (both real and fictional) who have excelled in their respective sports, rather than relegating them to the sidelines. In anticipation of the Summer Olympic Games happening later this year, we have compiled a list of books that showcase women’s stories in a male-dominated field of sp ..read more

Originally published in TEACH Magazine, January/February 2024 Issue Have you ever wanted to give your students a real-life Charlie and the Chocolate Factory adventure? Well, now you can, without the danger of being pranked by Oompa-Loompas! Chocolate factory tours offer unique—and delicious—ways to learn about the process of making chocolate and the origins of cacao beans. Not only will you and your students have the opportunity to indulge in some yummy samples, you’ll also gain an appreciation for the hard work that goes into creating every savoury piece of chocolate. Here are several chocol ..read more