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Plants in a classroom by a window, with a title that reads, "3 Misconceptions in Primary Science".

Taking time at the beginning of a science unit to allow students to share or document how they understand and relate to a topic is an opportunity for educators to see and hear how their students are making sense of the world. It brings to light the foundational thinking with which students will be building their scientific knowledge.

Investigating Birds in Spring

Birds spark curiosity in everyone. You can explore how things fly, chart migration patterns across the world, or even design feeders to outsmart a squirrel. It’s a chance to take learning outside and make real-world connections.

Fruit in a grocery store with a title that reads, "Exploring Food Insecurity Using Financial Literacy".

Students use math to explore how explore the factors that influence one’s ability to access food. 


 

Children seated in a classroom with a title that reads, "Bringing stories into science classrooms".

Stories can act as a bridge to scientific thinking. A look at their common goals, as well as what to consider when selecting stories to support science learning.

A graphic with a title that reads, "2021 The Robertson Year-in-Review"

This year, The Robertson Program has enhanced its online offerings. With more than 30 new lessons in our online library, several new videos, and a series of blogs exploring topics important to educators, we’re revisiting some of the ideas on our site.

Graphic for the 2021 Book-A-Day Giveaway.

For four consecutive days beginning on December 13, 2021, The Robertson Program will give away a story book that inspires mathematical learning.