Numbers are boring. Perhaps not to everyone, but to the majority of kids, numbers don’t stand a chance. Not against spiders or…
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Community Engagement The Power of Picture Books: Finding Ways to Bring Meaningful Nonfiction Facts to the Page
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Education It is unethical to teach evolution without confronting racism and sexism
On November 19, 2018, Holly Dunsworth wrote the essay below and posted it on her blog, The Mermaid’s Tale. This piece was…
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Education Five Kinds of STEM-themed Nonfiction Books for Kids
It’s a great time for children’s nonfiction! In recent years, these books have undergone exciting and dramatic changes, evolving into five distinct…
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Community Engagement Keeping Curious Kids Engaged in STEM
Young children are naturally curious. They spend their days exploring the world, and they’re constantly asking, “Why?” But sadly, many primary-grade students…
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Education A Brief Guide To Writing Your First Scientific Manuscript
I’ve had the privilege of writing a few manuscripts in my research career to date, and helping trainees write them. It’s hard work, but planning…