Overview
Science Techbook sets teachers up for success by offering educator resources to support the implementation of phenomena-based learning.
Save time with ready-to-teach, standards-aligned lesson plans that streamline your workflow, allowing you to focus on what matters most - engaging with your students! Embedded in all Science Techbook curriculum are teacher resources to support and guide you as you drive curiosity in your science classroom.
What teacher resources are available?
Teacher Planning Resources
In every Concept, quickly access Teacher Planning Resources that align with the Unit and include Content Background material, Concept Pacing Options, Literacy Cards, and more.
To access, navigate to the Intro tab of a Concept and scroll down to Teacher Planning Resources.
Teacher Notes
Embedded teacher notes in a Science Techbook offer several benefits:
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Enhanced Lesson Planning: They provide ready-to-use insights and strategies, streamlining the lesson planning process and saving time.
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Consistency and Alignment: They ensure that teaching aligns with curriculum standards and learning objectives, promoting consistency across different classrooms.
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Support for Differentiated Instruction: They offer tips and modifications to cater to all learning needs, helping you adapt lessons for students with varying abilities.
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Increased Teacher Confidence: Equip teachers with additional resources and background information, boosting confidence in delivering scientific concepts.
Find these embedded Teacher Notes across the Wonder, Learn, Share, and Beyond tabs in Grades K-5.
Where can I locate teacher resources?
The Intro section of every Concept is full of valuable teacher resources. Navigate to the Intro tab and scroll down to review what you have access to.
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Where do I find planning and pacing resources?
To access planning and pacing resources, follow these steps:
- From the Intro tab, scroll down to the Teacher Planning Resources section.
- Select Concept Pacing Options to access the Teacher Edition Concept Pacing Options.
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What resources are available for differentiating Instruction?
Address all learning needs and engage all students with multimodal learning resources, English and Spanish options, interactive glossaries, adjustable reading levels, read-aloud and note-taking tools, as well as extension and enrichment activities. Learn more about specific accessibility supports here.
How do I view Standards within a lesson?
Science Techbook lessons are ready-to-use and align to NGSS standards. From the Intro tab, scroll down to the Standards section to locate which standards are tied to the Concept.