The state of Washington is going through education reform and science education is one of the areas being reformed, said Deb Nelson, institute coordinator. Many elementary school teachers, in particular, do not have a strong science background, which makes it difficult for them to teach science to their classes. We give them five curricula, which they experience here. They can take them back and use them in their classes next fall. What s really exciting is that kids get to do more hands on science and that s how kids learn best.
Students explore areas of food safety and microbiology.
Ridges to Rivers. This curriculum helps students explore watershed and environmental issues. Teachers will learn how to raise insects in the classroom and use them to teach a variety of subjects. Came from Planted Earth. Youth explore the relationship of agriculture to their daily lives.