Plenty of kids love animals. In fact, it’s pretty likely that animal lovers abound in your classroom or out-of-school time program! Why not take advantage of your crew’s fascination with furry, slimy, and scaly species? Introduce… Read More
Meet the Scientist: Investigate Nature with Bob Alderink
It’s likely your class is loaded with some real science fiends. You know them! These students love to investigate anything science-related. They always want to share their knowledge with the rest of the class! Wondering what… Read More
Special Subjects: Physical Science Fun
Fans of physical science topics, you’re set! The Walking Classroom provides plenty of podcasts to supplement your classroom study of physical science! While life science focuses on the study of living systems, physical science turns to… Read More
Literary Links: Influenced by Inventors and Artists
The biographical podcasts provided by The Walking Classroom introduce students to lots of famous folks. Besides scientists and historical figures, the podcasts share the lives of creators of all kinds — from inventors to artists to… Read More
Get Set to Celebrate STEM (& STEAM!) November 8!
Pick some of your favorite topics and innovate on November 8! Celebrate National STEM (and STEAM!) Day with your class. Looking for ways to make the most of the day? Start with a single podcast and… Read More
Walk this Way: Teflon or Velcro?
This post is part of this year’s Walk This Way series, designed to share The Walking Classroom experiences of teachers and students across the United States. It provides a glimpse into Caitlin Watson’s class. Click here… 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
Special Subjects: Have a Listen to Some Life Science!
Life science covers an assortment of subjects, and all of them center on the scientific study of living organisms. The two primary areas are biology and medicine, and each has an array of separate subtopics, plenty… Read More
Fun Choice for Fall: Figurative Language!
It’s finally starting to feel like fall! As leaves change and temperatures drop, your walks will take on a different look and feel. Why not take advantage of the slightly different sensory details that surround you… Read More
Reinforce Teaching with TWC!
The Walking Classroom covers so many topics that reinforce or introduce what I am teaching. Our favorite podcast so far has been the podcast explaining the meaning behind the song “Yankee Doodle” during the American Revolution…. Read More