This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Students
First grade students always feel so small and inadequate by comparison to the world around them. Learning that our world can be seen at the microscopic level will let first graders know that there are smaller things out there than themselves.
Our first grade classroom is located in a small neighborhood in central California.
Our students come from varied backgrounds with rich cultural diversities. We have families serving in the military. We have middle to low income households. In addition, some of our students have learning challenges.
My Project
Studies by education researchers indicate that to learn science concepts well, students must confront their preconceptions of how the universe works, compare these with what they glean from books and hands-on experiments, and then discuss discrepancies among themselves and with teachers.
Students learn best using their senses. Having talking microscopes in the classroom will provide students with an "up close" look at science.
Effective education for science literacy requires that every student be frequently and actively involved in exploring nature in ways that resemble how scientists themselves go about their work.
Providing students with microscopes will allow them the chance to discover the world around them through the use of technology. Thank you for your support!
More than half of students from low‑income households
Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more
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