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I was recently reading the July-August 2025 issue of "The Science Teacher", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Right to Source" written by Jessica Fries-Gaither.  She wrote an article entitled, "Exploring Everyday Inventions with "Lady Edison"." Beulah Louse Henry (1887-1973) was a self-taught inventor, earning 49 patents and creating over 100 inventions over a 50 year period, including a vacuum ice-cream freezer, a bobbinless sewing machine, and an umbrella with color-coordinated snap-on covers.

I was recently reading the July-August 2025 issue of "The Science Teacher", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Career of the Month" written by Luba Vangelova.  She wrote an article entitled, "Rollercoaster Engineer Greg Lewis." Rollercoaster engineers design and maintain amusement park rides.  The largest parks have staff engineers; the rest contract out such work to companies that specialize in this field.  Greg Lewis works for Skyline Attractions, based in Orlando, Florida.

I was recently reading the July-August 2025 issue of "The Science Teacher", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Idea Bank" written by Alexander Eden.  He wrote an article entitled, "The Power of Newsletters: Welcoming Parents into the Biology Classroom Community." When leveraged correctly, engaging parents and families can have a positive impact on students and the classroom.  It is critical to maintain a line of communication with families that is not solely based on when student concerns arise.  One method of maintaining consistent communication with families involves the construction of a parent newsletter.

I was recently reading the July-August 2025 issue of "The Science Teacher", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Editor's Corner" written by Brooke A Whitworth.  She wrote an article entitled, "Developing Disciplinary Literacy." We can think of disciplinary literacy in two ways, when it comes to science: 1.  Broadly, in terms of how science compares to other content areas. 2.  Specifically, in terms of how the subdiscipline of chemistry differs from biology or physics or earth science.

I was recently reading the July-August 2025 issue of "Science and Children", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Editor's Note" written by Elizabeth Barrett-Zahn.  She wrote an article entitled, "Exploring Real-World Problems." Students in classrooms are encouraged to act as problem-solvers, inventors and young scientists.  Real-world problems, big or small, offer meaningful opportunities to engage students in authentic science that matters.

I was recently reading the July-August 2025 issue of "Science Scope", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "From the Editor's Desk" written by Patty McGinnis  She wrote an article entitled, "'Science Beyond Classroom Walls." Moving science beyond the classroom can cultivate a sense of environmental stewardship. 

I was recently reading the June 30, 2025 blog posting on the National Science Teachers Association website.  The blog was posted by Ken Roy and the title of his blog post was "Dealing with Chemical Waste in the Science Instructional Space." Unattended hazardous chemical waste can be unsafe, and at times, dangerous.  In Ken's blog posting, he shares 10 key factors to consider for an appropriate chemical disposal program in school. 

I was recently reading the June 20, 2025 blog posting on the National Science Teachers Association website.  The blog was posted by Susan Deemer and the title of her blog post was "Why Teaching Science to Girls Now is More Important Than Ever." Susan said that the longer she teaches, the more she realizes that cultivating a scientific mindset is the most important thing that she can teach, particularly when teaching girls, as she has for most of her career.  This is important for two reasons: 1.  Scientific thinking can help eradicate self-defeating thought patterns and deconstruct stereotypes about girls and women perpetuated for generations. 2.  A scientific mindset is critical as girls grow up to become consumers of products, news, and services, as well as citizens who effect change in their communities.

I was recently reading the May - June 2025 issue of "The Science Teacher", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Career of the Month" written by Luba Vangelova  She wrote an article entitled, "'Logistics Engineer Ron Charest." Logistics engineers typically work on supply chains, which encompass all of the steps required to get finished products to users, from procuring raw materials for factories, to warehousing and transporting goods.  Ron Charest is a logistics engineer for the Coast Guard in Washington, DC.

I was recently reading the May - June 2025 issue of "Science and Children", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Science 101" written by Matt Bobrowsky.  He wrote an article entitled, "'What Would Be An Activity That Involves Both Learning and Play?." A nature scavenger hunt can encourage exploration, observation, and critical thinking while being fun and engaging which shows that it can be an activity that involves both learning and play.

I was recently reading the May - June 2025 issue of "Science and Children", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "The Poetry of Science" written by Amy Ludwig VanDerwater.  She wrote an article entitled, "'Out of the Box Summer." As we enter, "Summer Vacation Time," it is helpful to provide students with some creative ways that they can enjoy summer outdoors.

I was recently reading the May - June 2025 issue of "Science and Children", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Editor's Note" written by Elizabeth Barret-Zahn.  She wrote an article entitled, "'Prioritizing Play." We can't turn every lesson into an open-ended discovery session.  But where can discovery, creativity and fun be sprinkled in?  With a subtle mindset change, we can make learning feel less like work and more like play.

I was recently reading the May - June 2025 issue of "Science Scope", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Citizen Science" written by Jill Nugent.  She wrote an article entitled, "'Participate in Pollinator Science This Season with Bumble Bee Watch." Spring and summer serve as a rewarding time for students to survey pollinator biodiversity.  In fact, the month of June is known as pollinator month, making this a natural time of the year to incorporate pollinator science in your classroom.  Bumble Bee Watch is a collaborative project focused on tracking North American Bumble Bees.  To learn more, visit the project website at: https://www.bumblebeewatch.org

I was recently reading the May - June 2025 issue of "Science Scope", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "From the Editor's Desk" written by Patti McGinnis.  She wrote an article entitled, "'The Power of a Passionate Teacher." Passionate teachers inspire their students to learn, they create collaborative learning environments where risk-taking is encouraged, and they help students connect their learning to real-world applications.  Passionate teachers are committed to their discipline, are knowledgeable to world events, and are committed to ensuring their students learn.

I was recently reading the May - June 2025 issue of "The Science Teacher", a publication of the National Science Teaching Association. In this issue, I read the section, "Editor's Corner" written by Brooke A. Whitworth.  She wrote an article entitled, "'Fostering Innovation, Creativity, and Curiosity in Science Education." In this article, Brooke shared many practical strategies that teachers can implement immediately, regardless of resources, in the areas of: Community-Connected Science Resource-Conscious Innovation Curiosity-Driven Learning