Trying to figure out how to plan 5th grade science year without drowning in standards, resources, or random Pinterest ideas?You’re not alone. Many teachers feel overwhelmed trying to cover every science topic equally — but that’s actually where the problem starts. In this post, you’ll learn how to strategically plan
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Let’s be real—traditional word walls just aren’t cutting it in a middle-grade science classroom. Sure, they look cute. Maybe they make your admin think you’re crushing the literacy game. But do your students actually use them? Are they really helping kids understand and retain science vocabulary? Spoiler alert: Nope. If
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