With Earth Science Week around the corner (October 10 through 16 this year!), The Walking Classroom provides plenty of support for studying this timely topic!
Meet the Scientist: Dig into the Earth with Chris Tacker
In TWC’s Science Career Series podcasts, hear from geologist Dr. Chris Tacker, the Curator of Geology at the NC Museum of Natural Sciences.
Timely Topics: Get Going with Geology
Did you know that the Soviet Union was the first to establish any sort of Geologists’ Day, in 1966? While it’s only an official holiday in former Soviet territories, there’s never a bad excuse to dip… Read More
Special Subjects: Dig Deeper into Earth Science
Are your students excited by earth science and just itching to dig deeper? No worries! The Walking Classroom provides plenty of support for this special subject! Part of physical science, or the study of non-living systems,… Read More
Meet the Scientist: Chris Tacker, Geologist
While many associate geology with the study of rocks, it encompasses far more than that! Geology is the study of the earth, its physical and chemical composition, and its structure, history, and natural resources. In fact,… Read More
Special Subjects: Excited by Earth Science
Are your students excited by earth science and just itching to dig deeper? No worries! The Walking Classroom provides plenty of support for this special subject! Part of physical science, or the study of non-living systems,… Read More
Walk this Way: Preview Provided by STEM Podcasts
This post, part of our Walk This Way series, shares The Walking Classroom experiences of teachers and students across the United States. This post provides a glimpse into Kim Collazo’s class. Click here to read all… Read More
Thrilled to Have The Walking Classroom!
We are thrilled to have The Walking Classroom! Even in the freezing cold, my students beg to do a Walking Classroom lesson. When we were in our poetry unit, “Casey at the Bat” (Complete-#29, 5-#5) was… Read More
Meet the Scientist: Rocks & Other Resources with Chris Tacker
While many associate geology with the study of rocks, it encompasses far more than that! Geology is the study of the earth, its physical and chemical composition, and its structure, history, and natural resources. In fact,… Read More
Literary Links: Summer STEM Studies
Warmer weather provides increased opportunities for outdoor learning. Take advantage of those sunny skies to cover some science topics – specifically, earth science – and support your studies with a literary link or two. A Walking… Read More