Fourth grade science can be so much more than reading from a textbook—it’s about discovery, creativity, and making connections to the real world. From NGSS-aligned lesson plans to cross-curricular ...

Although it was summer break, Suzanne Zettle couldn’t stay out of the classroom. The 4th-grade teacher from Patterson Elementary School took part in a Fermilab course with the hopes of bringing what ...

My colleague Sean Cavanagh, who covers math and science here at Education Week, recently wrote an article about science labs in elementary schools. According to the story, although science standards ...

From how we cook and store food to what tastes good, the kitchen is all about CHEMISTRY! Grab your lab coat and put on an apron in this fun week of some of our favorite food-based experiments! You’ll ...

Fourth grade is the perfect time to turn science into an adventure. Hands-on experiments make abstract concepts real, spark curiosity, and build confidence in STEM. With simple materials and creative ...