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Hands-on Science Learning
Are You Ready to Dig In to Hands-On Learning?
It’s a new school year—welcome students back to class with science exploration! Hands-on activities empower students to investigate their surroundings and engage with the world around them. If you’re looking for tips and ideas, view our articles and curriculum solutions, and take a listen to our new podcast for ways to start the year with science.
 
Here’s what you’ll find this month:
  • Engaging Students with Hands-On Learning
  • How to Use Science to Launch a New School Year with Parents
  • Get Ready for the Solar Eclipse!
  • FOSS® Pathways™ Sampler
  • NEW! “It’s Time for Science” Podcast
  • Did You Know? Professional Learning Support
  • Events Coming Soon!
Engaging Students with Hands-on Learning
Hot Topics in Science
Engaging Students with Hands-On Learning
FOSS PreK-8 curriculum encourages students to be involved in their learning by exploring the world around them. Explore FOSS ››
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FOSS is currently used in your curriculum; learn about all the benefits available.
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Explore Pathways ››
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Why is FOSS America’s most awarded, most adopted science program? Click to find out!
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Discover Next Generation ››
How to Use Science to Launch a New School Year with Parents
Ideas & Inspiration
How to Use Science to Launch a New School Year with Parents
Incorporate inquiry-based activities into back-to-school events to engage both students and parents in science learning. Read More ››
Solar Eclipse Safety Tips
Solar Eclipse Safety Tips
Prepare your school for the upcoming solar eclipse events on 10/14/23 and 4/8/24. These safety tips help everyone enjoy this impressive sight! Read more ››
Monthly Featured Sampler
Explore one of our exciting samplers and discover how FOSS Pathways can transform your lessons. Explore this month's spotlight sampler: Soils, Rocks, and Landforms.
View Pathways Sampler ››
View Pathways Sampler ››
It's Time for Science Podcast
NEW - Episode #4 "It's Time for Science" Podcast
Listen to our latest episode about the importance of graphic novels in science education! Learn ways to incorporate novels into lessons, the benefits, and resources to help spark excitement about science and the world around us.
Take a Listen ››
Take a Listen ››
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Did You Know?

FOSS provides unmatched professional learning, including hands-on and virtual teacher workshops by experienced consultants.

View our events page for professional learning opportunities that will support successful implementation and best practices in science instruction.

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Events Coming Soon!

Unlock the Solutions for Elementary Science Webinar
40-minute Online Webinar

Elevate Science Notebook in the FOSS Classroom Community of Practice
Four 1.5-hour Online Webinar Sessions

New to FOSS Community of Practice
Four Online Webinar Sessions

NEW! FOSSmap
Free Online Webinar

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Science Refill Center

Visit the Science Refill Center to shop for science products, equipment, and refills.
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