“Ooooooh!” It’s Giveaway Time!

If Mo Willems’ pigeon character were to introduce this month’s First Friday Giveaway, I feel certain he would exclaim, “Oooooh!” just as he did when he found that yummy hot dog! I’m hoping your reaction is similar—and here’s why!   When you answer this month’s question you’ll be entered to win a plush version of…

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A Grab Bag of Science Freebies, PLUS Science Books to WIN!

When I arrived home yesterday, my 8-year-old daughter was outside observing bugs. That got me thinking that we’ve run across some wonderful science resources recently that we haven’t shared on our blog. Share your favorites for a chance to win our prize–an assortment of new science readers!

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Boo! Frightfully Fun Teacher Freebies

When it comes to contests, freebies, and fun offers for teachers, we have one rule: no tricks, all treats! In fact, the only scary thing about these offers is that if you don’t act quickly you might miss out!

One lucky reader will win two DVDs from The Science of Disney Imagineering series, winner of the Learning Magazine Teachers’ Choice Award.

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This Just In: Disney’s Planet Challenge

I just got word on an exciting new program for grades 4–6! Disney’s Planet Challenge is a collaboration between Disney and the National Science Teachers Association. To participate, students identify an environmental challenge in their community and come up with a solution that they manage and document in a portfolio. Visit www.disney.com/planetchallenge for free lesson plans tailored to each state’s standards.

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