From Reading to Rockets: Integrating Science in Every Lesson with Shari Stewart

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Are you struggling to fit science into your already-packed classroom schedule? 🌟
In this episode, I chat with science expert Shari Stewart, Science Coordinator at Manzano Day School, who shares her tried-and-true tips for making science fun, engaging, and easy to manage! With over 20 years of experience, Shari reveals her secrets to hands-on labs that don’t require tons of prep or materials, plus clever ways to integrate science with other subjects like reading and math. 🧪✨

Join us as we discuss practical ways to prioritize science, engage students with everyday materials, and keep the joy of discovery alive in the classroom. We even play a fun game where Shari shows how to turn household items into mini science labs that students will love. Don't miss this episode if you're looking for tips to make science an exciting and achievable part of your curriculum! 🎧

🔗 Download a list of ways to integrate science content into your lesson plans!
https://bit.ly/ShariScience
🔗 Download a Weather vs Climate Activity
https://bit.ly/ShariWeather
🔗 Download a Fossils Activity
https://bit.ly/ShariGummyBears
Time stamps:
00:00 Introduction and Importance of Science

00:42 Meet Shari Stuart: Science Rockstar

01:38 Engaging Science Activities and Experiments

04:00 Integrating Science with Other Subjects

10:15 Practical Tips for Science Labs

15:52 Collaborating with Teammates for Science Education

18:45 Integrating Art and Science

19:31 Hands-On Science Activities

20:42 Mindset Shift: From Blocks to STEAM

21:33 Overcoming Barriers in Science Education

23:15 Interactive Science Challenges

23:48 Creative Uses for Everyday Items

31:56 Incorporating Holidays into STEAM

32:27 Resources and Inspiration

35:03 Final Thoughts on Teaching Science

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