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Kids Connect Science with the World Around Them
Beyond the classroom there’s a world waiting to be explored. Why not let young scientists investigate the natural phenomena around them? Hands-on discovery connects students to their surroundings and makes concepts they’ve learned more relatable and meaningful. And of course, it’s also fun!
FOSS® gives teachers everything needed to take lessons outside within the time allocated for class. Plus, curriculum supports phenomena-based learning that feels more like discovery.
Keep reading to learn more about FOSS.
Here’s what you’ll find this month:
Hot Topics in Science — Taking FOSS Outdoors & the Importance of Environmental Literacy
Ideas and Inspirations Blog Post - Taking Science Instruction Outdoors with FOSS
FOSS® Pathways™ Sampler
Activity Download
New Episode “It’s Time for Science” Podcast
FOSSWeb on ThinkLink User Updates
Events Coming Soon!
Hot Topics in Science
Taking FOSS Outdoors & the Importance of Environmental Literacy with Science Education
FOSS® provides hands-on, phenomena-based curriculum taking students out of the classroom to explore the world around them. Students seek answers, share observations, and develop a deeper understanding of how science connects with their communities.
Explore the curriculum developed to prioritize your students' needs and designed to captivate and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and various skill levels.
Taking Science Instruction Outdoors with FOSS Planning an outdoor science lesson? Before you venture out, consider outdoor safety practices for the areas you’ll be exploring. Read More ››
Explore one of our exciting samplers and discover how FOSS Pathways can transform your lessons, plus, check out our new releases. Explore this month’s spotlight sampler: Grade 1 Plants and Animals.
Episode #20 “It’s Time for Science” Podcast: Outdoor Learning: Taking FOSS Outdoors
A new It’s Time for Science podcast is out and it’s time to talk about taking science education outdoors! Host Tom Racine converses with Dr. April Holton and educator Elisa Slee about outdoor learning and the value it brings both students and teachers. Tom also talks with Erica Beck Spencer about the history and importance of weaving outdoor experiences directly into the FOSS curriculum.
ThinkLink Support: Onboarding and Back to School Refresher (recorded video of past webinars) 1-hour Online Webinar
This FREE 1-hour webinar is for teachers and administrators who are new to ThinkLink or would like a review of navigation and frequently used features.
Science and Literacy Integration: The Science Classroom Meets the Science of Reading 1-hour Online Webinar
In this edWebinar, we shared how using rich, inquiry-based learning will not only build science knowledge but also show the skills needed to increase language comprehension using Scarborough’s Reading Rope. Learn how three-dimensional science teaching and learning provides meaningful context to develop language comprehension.
This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK through elementary teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.
Presented by Leslie Lausten, Former Teacher, Current Professional Learning Specialist, East Coast, School Specialty
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Reopen Assessment Feature
In January we added the ability for teachers to reopen assessments for students! To learn how to use this feature read our ThinkLink January Release Notes and Managing Assessments article.
FOSS Outdoors
Did you know there are resources in every K-5 FOSS course to help your children explore the world outdoors? This can be found in the Three-Dimensional Teaching and Learning section. Look for “Taking FOSS Outdoors: Grades K-5" under environmental literacy. (For FOSS 3rd Edition it can be found under Module Resources > Investigation Guide Chapters.)
Introducing Cloud-ia
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The ThinkLink Support Team is available to walk you through any technical or usability questions you may encounter on the ThinkLink platform. They are available via e-mail or by phone: 800–258–1302, option 3, Monday through Friday 8am–7:30pm ET. Contact the ThinkLink Support Team.
Science Refill Center
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