"My project will expose students to current events in Science through Weekly Reader's "Current Science" magazine. Most of my students are from impoverished backgrounds and have received few chances of being exposed to current events. Most of the households do not receive newspapers.
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"My project will expose students to current events in Science through Weekly Reader's "Current Science" magazine. Most of my students are from impoverished backgrounds and have received few chances of being exposed to current events. Most of the households do not receive newspapers.
I want to use "Current Science" Weekly Reader to make science more relevant to students. Each issue covers covers every area of the science curriculum—life, earth, and physical science, plus health and technology. Content reinforces National Science Education standards. Inquiry-based learning activities make science come alive and excite students' interests. There are also cross-curricular activities that build reading comprehension, math, critical thinking, writing, and vocabulary skills. Therefore, I will connect science across the curriculum.
Students will cooperatively read the Weekly Reader and discuss its content in groups and will follow up with reports on the newsletter's contents.
No child should not be left behind. This would really supplement my curriculum which is lacking in current textbooks. Please give my students the chance to enhance their knowledge of science and connect it to the real world.
My students need 33 subscriptions to Current Science magazine.
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Mrs. L. sent this note after the project was fully funded:
Dec 1, 2009
Dear Rick, Dana, Southern Fried Science readers, Matthew, Luke, Laurence, Eric, Timothy, Angela, SHIRLEY, Nathan, Erin L and Anonymous Donor,
I can't thank you enough for funding the "Breaking Science News" project. It is great to see that you realize the importance of science in the education of our youth. Most of my students are from impoverished backgrounds and have received few chances of being exposed to current events. Most of the households do not receive newspapers. Your generous donation will allow me to supplement my curriculum which is lacking in current textbooks. My students will have the chance to enhance their knowledge of science and connect it to the real world. My students and I are extremely grateful. Thank you so much for making a difference in the lives of children in need. With gratitude,
Mrs. L.
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Region:
Michigan
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Submitted:
Sep 11, 2009
| Expires:
Feb 17, 2010
Additional Details
Level:
Grades 6-8
School type:
Charter
Teacher's funded projects:
1
Thank-you punctuality:
N/A
Reviewed the project essay and sent follow-up questions if needed.
Grace Y. (volunteer)
on Sep 13, 2009
Verified the cost of the requested books and posted this project.
Ryan G. (associate)
on Sep 15, 2009
"I hope you each enjoy learning about the ocean and our waterways! I have enjoyed the oceans all my life and am even now a student again, studying the oceans."
"I donated because the project will bring important learning opportunities to the classroom."
"I gave to this project because I am passionate about science education and outreach. I believe that reading can open up the world for a child - it did for me. I hope that reading about current science will make it tangible and exciting for your students!"
"I hope you all enjoy learning science and especially about the oceans!"
"If I didn't happen to influenced by the sea at a young age I would not have proceeded to obtain a degree in marine biology and I want that same inspiration for other kids. "
"If it weren't for dedicated teachers, I wouldn't have found a career in the ocean."
"I gave to this project because our ocean needs more passionate, curious, and scientifically literate stewards."
"I gave to this project because science literacy isn't just important, it's enriching!"
"I helped because I'm a strong believer in Applied Sciences education."
"I gave to this project because I believe it's important for children to learn about science. It will open their minds and brighten their lives."
"I gave to this project because I am a scientist, and I am inspired by my role in expanding knowledge. It's a privilege and an exciting thing to have a "job" that doesn't really feel like work! I play and experiment outside all day, then go back into the lab and try to understand all that I saw. You can do this too!"
SHIRLEY
gave
on Nov 19, 2009
Angela
gave
on Nov 19, 2009
"I gave to this project because I am a Chemical Engineer, and I'd love to inspire someone to be a scientist. "
Luke
from White Plains, NY
gave
on Nov 22, 2009
Project fully funded!
Happy news
on Nov 22, 2009
The teacher Mrs. L.
on Dec 1, 2009
Purchased the books for Mrs. L.'s classroom and notified the school principal of delivery.
Jenni D. (staff member)
on Dec 9, 2009
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