Elementary Core Science Units:

Classroom Activities in Earth Science to Support Student Success (Grades K–5)

A one-day session, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fee: $249

Audience:

  • Elementary school teachers
  • Instructional specialists and coaches

Content focus:

  • Earth science

Grade-level focus:

  • Elementary school (grades K–5)

This session is designed primarily for teachers, instructional specialists and coaches, and others working in elementary science education.

You will explore a hands-on, directed-inquiry approach designed to help students develop an understanding of core science concepts in earth science as they progress through elementary school.

In this session, you will:

  • Learn an approach and set of strategies that vertical teams of teachers can use to examine the articulation of the grades K–5 science TEKS.
  • Learn how to implement vertically aligned, TEKS-based units on earth science.
  • Receive a copy of the Dana Center publication Elementary Core Science Units: TEKS-Based Activities in Earth Science.