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Educational resources for increasing bilingual science and math literacy in early childhood education. Science, Naturally! is committed to creating and distributing quality products that explore and demystify STEM topics in entertaining and enlightening ways. We pride ourselves in not only offering great products, but in providing the resources parents, educators, and librarians need to extend and expand the content and use our books as effective learning tools. This page contains: All the resources here are available at no charge! -Teacher's Guides -Daily Circuit Activity Sheets -Hands-on Activities -Math Resources -Games created with Python -STEM Education Power Points -Curricula articulation Read More Click below to see how four presidential awardees developed lessons around our titles! Wondering how educators use our books? -Teacher's Guides TEACHER'S GUIDES These guides turn our books into powerful educational tools—maximizing their impact in any learning environment. 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These sample activities leave kids itching for more entertaining and educational mysteries and brainteasers. The perfect handout to keep kids entertained and learning on long car rides, between appointments, or at the beginning of class—any time is the perfect time for these newspaper-style worksheets! Click below to download The Daily Circuit Weekend Edition -Hands-on Activities HANDS-ON ACTIVITIES These downloadable 1–2 page activities are adapted from our Teacher’s Guides. Each hands-on experiment or worksheet extends the themes of the books, offering kids a fun and interactive way to deepen their learning. Click on the icon or activity name below to download! Science Mystery Investigations and Materials Eggcellent Idea Don't Rain on My Parade Stars In Their Eyes Prefix, Root, and Suffix Whiteboard Game Double Dealing Occupational Hazards My Favorite Dinosaur Math Mystery Investigations and Materials Roll Of The Dice Corralling the Problem Habitat Classification Rhyming Word What is a Mammal? What's at the End of Your Arm? Map Quest Toss-Up Ice Cream, Anyone? Animal Research Baleen Scene Elephant Teeth Whale Blubber Adaptable Necks Biodiversity Imaginative Mammals Koala Odor Biographical Report Matching Biologists Careers in Biology Nature Sleuth Careers in Physics Giant Bubbles Nuclear Fission Tin Foil Boats Listening to Your Heartbeat Types of Doctors Major Organs and Organ Systems Animal Adventure Touch What Do We Call Them? Who Snuggles and Who Nuzzles? DNA Model Element Scavenger Hunt Bad Fruit Imitating Alchemy Biomaterials Paper Airplanes The Bain-Marie and the Double Boiler Parts of a Plant Capillary Action Conservation and Preservation Acting Out Atoms Opposites Attract States of Matter Element Matching Game Numerical Names How to Read the Periodic Table How Big is a Mole? A Chemist's Classified Cookie Recipe We are proud to partner with: a digital platform where educators can collaborate and share learning resources—for free! CHECK OUT OUR FIRST THREE RESOURCES: Ice Cream, Anyone? Double Dealing Roll of the Dice Visit Our Partner Page SUGGESTED MATH RESOURCES These apps are perfect for incorporating math into your child's home routine! All are available at no charge on Apple and Android devices. Bedtime Math Ages 3-9 Mini Math Ages 3-5 Geoboard Ages 4+ Money Pieces Ages 4+ Number Frames Ages 4+ Math Vocabulary Grades K-5 Number Rack Ages 4+ Fractions Ages 4+ Number Line Ages 4+ Pattern Shapes Grades K-5 Number Pieces Basic Primary Grades Number Pieces Middle Grades Math Matters to Me increases the general awareness and interest of the math happening all around us! Learn how math applies to... Driving Baking Time Rainbows -Math Resources Learning to code? Explore the Juniverse! Play free games and see other fun projects created by students and instructors of Juni Learning. Each project was made with Python and displays the code on a split screen. STEM EDUCATION POWERPOINTS Are you a teacher teaching teachers? We created these professional development resources to show educators how to use our books. Click the titles below to download! Creativity, Curiosity, and Critical Thinking Combined: Sparking Your Child's Interest in Science Life Cycle Learning Through Mammal Stories Understanding How Special it is to Grow Up Human: Exploring How We Can Classify Mammals in Ways that are Meaningful to Kids Literacy and Hands-On STEM -STEM Education Power Points -Games created with Python ARTICULATION OF SCIENCE NATURALLY BOOKS To National Science & Math Standards Click on the images below to download curricula articulations for each Science, Naturally! title: -Curricula articulation

Our Commitment to Accessibility At Science Naturally, we are dedicated to accessibility. We create diverse characters in our stories to highlight empathy , kindness , and compassion , providing empowering representation for our curious readers worldwide. We are also devoted to making educational resources on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) subjects more accessible to a diverse audience. We have partnered with Atomic Hands, an organization that produces educational STEM videos in ASL (American Sign Language), to make these topics more accessible for children with hearing impairments. Check out the new ASL-translated editions of select titles from our Science Wide Open series, featuring women in various STEM fields, as well as Atoms , the first early childhood book in the My First Science Textbook series. These ASL STEM Storybooks are available to watch on the Atomic Hands website , featuring ASL interpreters with careers in STEM. Both series are also available in multiple formats on our website. Look out for our reflowable eBook edition of How Do You See the World? , which explains different types of eye conditions and normalizes both visual impairments and the tools and technology used to improve vision or mobility. This reflowable eBook was specifically created for children experiencing blindness and low vision, with features including: Detailed alt text for the book’s illustrations Full display transformability High-contrast image text Navigation features, including a page list to match the original hardcover edition Text-to-speech compatibility Updates to the content for the purpose of clarity Fixed format and reflowable eBook available soon on: Kobo, Barnes and Noble, Amazon, and Overdrive The book is currently available as a hardback. Find our Spanish, Bengali, Mandarin, Korean, Haitian Creole, and Dutch translations of our most loved books, Cuddled and Carried , This is How I Grow , Babies Nurse, our Science Wide Open series, How Cats Say I Love You , and more HERE ! Our diverse translations are at the heart of our accessibility work at Platypus Media, as we aim to provide non-English speaking children the opportunity to read about the diverse characters, narratives, and educational material that spark their curiosity.

By: Suzanne Jacobs Lipshaw, Author of The Super Volcano Like most teachers, I spend the first couple of months of summer vacation rejuvenating from the previous school year and the last month preparing for the next. But during the summer of 2012, a significant change in curriculum sent my mind racing. Michigan, like many other states, was implementing the Common Core Standards , which included a major increase in the amount of nonfiction text that elementary students would be required to read. My August challenge was to figure out how to engage my struggling readers with nonfiction . Little did I know, the answer would arrive just one week later, during a family vacation to Yellowstone National Park ! As we approached the northern entrance, we were greeted by the Roosevelt Arch , a grand stone structure inscribed with the words “For the Benefit and Enjoyment of the People.” We made our way to the information center, where a park ranger introduced us to the park's wonders . That’s when I learned that Yellowstone sits atop a supervolcano , the very force behind its incredible thermal features— spouting geysers , bubbling mud pots , and vibrant hot springs . All equally fascinating! The next day, we kayaked on Lake Yellowstone , getting an up-close look at the geysers just below the surface of the water. During the tour, I met a children’s book author who was holding a signing for her two nonfiction picture books about Yellowstone. I shared my struggle with engaging students in nonfiction, and afterward, she generously gifted me signed copies of her books and the accompanying teaching guides. In that moment, inspiration struck— Yellowstone was the spark I needed to engage my students . That school year, I transformed my classroom into a miniature Yellowstone, immersing my students in books, videos, and projects focused on the park. This innovative approach significantly boosted student participation , motivation , and learning . On the last day of school, my students eagerly asked about the theme for the next year. I hadn’t planned on a second theme, but I didn’t want to disappoint them. “Umm, you’ll have to see how the room is decorated when you come on the first day of school next year,” I replied with a smile. Fast forward four years, and I revisited my Yellowstone theme in honor of the National Park Service’s 100th birthday in 2016. Each of my students chose a national park to research and developed PowerPoint presentations to introduce their parks and explain the importance of being park stewards . They shared these presentations with parents during conferences, and to decorate the hall, they created posters showcasing their parks. To support their efforts, we even set up donation jars for the NPS. I retired from teaching in 2021, but my passion for Yellowstone has only grown stronger since then. To continue sharing the wonders of its unique ecosystem, I wrote The Super Volcano: A Hidden Hero Below Yellowstone National Park . My hope is that this book carries forward my mission from 2012—to engage , motivate , and educate . I also aim to inspire stewards of all ages to care for and protect not only Yellowstone but all  the incredible national parks across our country. Through this journey, I’ve learned that nonfiction doesn’t have to be intimidating —it can be an exciting adventure! Many kids actually prefer reading nonfiction to fiction, and as an author, I’ve discovered countless creative ways to bring these topics to life. The Super Volcano   invites young readers on an exciting journey into the hidden world beneath Yellowstone , blending science with storytelling in a way that captivates the imagination. Through a fun superhero metaphor , the book sparks curiosity and nurtures a love for the natural world. It empowers children to see themselves as heroes in their own right, encouraging them to take action to protect our environment and appreciate the beauty of our national parks. And here’s the exciting part: The Super Volcano  is out NOW! Be sure to grab your copy and join us in celebrating the wonders of nature , inspiring a new generation of environmental stewards who will cherish and safeguard our planet for years to come . Get The Super Volcano TODAY and ignite a love for nature in the young minds in your life!:

By: Donna McKinney, Author of Tiny Tern Takes Flight Have you ever tuned into a nature documentary and marveled at the astonishing journeys animals undertake? I certainly have! The way they traverse vast distances feels downright magical. How do they know when to leave? Where do they go? As someone who often relies on GPS just to navigate my neighborhood, I’m in awe of how these creatures embark on epic migrations, guided by instincts honed over generations—no smartphone required! In the spring of 2022, as I brainstormed ideas for my next picture book, I dove headfirst into the captivating world of animal migrations. Hours spent pouring over articles and watching documentaries led me to the remarkable story of the Arctic tern —a bird that’s anything but ordinary! These feisty little flyers hold the record for the longest round-trip migration of any animal, traveling an astonishing 44,000 miles each year between their breeding grounds in the Arctic and their wintering spots in the Antarctic. Can you imagine that? They fly farther than most of us drive in a lifetime ! And what struck me even more was their size: Arctic terns weigh about 4 ounces —roughly the same as a deck of playing cards or a baseball. Tiny but mighty, indeed. This small yet extraordinary creature, with its incredible stamina and navigation skills, captured my imagination in ways I hadn’t anticipated. The idea that such a petite bird could undertake such an epic journey was both inspiring and humbling . I found myself pondering the challenges they face—storms, predators, and the sheer physical toll of such a long migration. This blend of vulnerability and resilience ignited a creative spark in me, compelling me to tell Tiny Tern’s story and share the magic of this extraordinary journey with young readers. From the very start, I envisioned Tiny Tern Takes Flight  as a fresh take on traditional nonfiction. I aimed to craft an engaging narrative that resonates with children, weaving in lyrical language inspired by my love for poetry to bring Tiny Tern’s journey to life. By spring 2023, I was over the moon when Science, Naturally! expressed interest in acquiring Tiny Tern Takes Flight .  Collaborating with their editors proved invaluable, and two brilliant suggestions transformed the story. First, I was encouraged to introduce a challenge or setback for Tiny Tern to enhance the narrative tension. This inspired the addition of a storm! Picture this: during its migration, Tiny Tern gets swept off course and separated from its flock. The vivid language describing the storm adds drama, and Fiona Osbaldstone’s illustrations of these sequences are some of my favorites in the book. They really capture the wild winds and threatening storm clouds. By blending poetic elements with a compelling narrative , I aimed to evoke feelings of wonder and bravery , allowing readers to experience the thrill of takeoff, the tension of a storm, and the joy of reunion . My goal was to inspire children to appreciate the beauty of nature and the remarkable journeys all around us. The second suggestion focused on amplifying the contrast between light and darkness. With this in mind, I incorporated imagery around Tiny Tern’s departure from the cold, dark winter towards the warm, bright summer . This enhancement made his incredible transition all the more significant, highlighting the beauty of change . I structured the story to mirror the migration itself, with a clear beginning, middle, and end. It starts with the challenges of winter, sails through the excitement and perils of travel, and culminates in the joy of reaching summer. This structure not only makes the story relatable but also emphasizes the emotional stakes of the journey . Ultimately, I hope that young readers will not only learn about the astonishing journeys of these tiny birds but also embrace themes of perseverance and bravery . Tiny Tern embodies these qualities throughout its migration, reminding us all that these virtues are worth striving for in our own lives. Mark your calendars for November 5th , when Tiny Tern Takes Flight   will be officially available on Science Naturally’s site ! Join Tiny Tern on his journey and discover the power of resilience along the way. It’s going to be a flight you won’t want to miss! Get your own copy of Tiny Tern Takes Flight TODAY and make the most of the final days of our preorder special!:

Step right up to the celebration of Mole Day , October 23rd , from 6:02 AM to 6:02 PM! This day is a unique opportunity to inspire young minds and bring science to life, turning abstract concepts into thrilling discoveries. Join us as we explore the importance of this special day through the lens of our engaging title, Mole and Tell . Read on to find out how you can "dig" in and uncover the significance of Mole Day ! What’s a Mole? Have you ever wondered how we measure the unseen? Enter the world of moles! No, not the furry creatures burrowing underground; we’re talking about one of the seven essential international units that measure the building blocks of our universe. One mole equals a staggering 602 sextillion particles —602,000,000,000,000,000,000,000 (or 6.02 x 10^23 )! This remarkable number helps us grasp the scale of the microscopic world. Let’s delve into the science of the tiny and discover why understanding it is key to inspiring the next generation of thinkers! Unlocking the Invisible World of Moles So, what does a mole really mean for science? Think of it as a bridge to understanding the vast, invisible universe of atoms and molecules. For younger students, this concept can feel overwhelming , especially when they're accustomed to more tangible aspects of science. However, introducing them to moles opens up an exciting new dimension, revealing the tiny building blocks that make up everything around us ! This journey isn’t just about calculations; it’s about exploring a universe that is fundamental to our understanding of the world! Making Moles Relatable with "Mole and Tell" Worried about how to make this complex topic accessible? Fear not! Our delightful publication, Mole and Tell , is here to guide you. Join Mr. Cantello’s lively science class as they engage in a playful game of Show-and-Tell. In this fun activity, they illustrate the difference between one mole of water and one mole of sugar , turning abstract concepts into relatable experiences. This imaginative approach empowers young readers to embrace the excitement of science and encourages them to dive deeper into the mysteries of moles ! Fueling Passion for STEM Celebrating Mole Day isn’t just a fun diversion; it’s a powerful way to inspire a lifelong interest in STEM ! Science holidays like this one highlight the joy of discovery and experimentation, motivating students to envision their future careers. Through hands-on activities, kids can collaborate, innovate, and develop essential skills like teamwork , critical thinking , and analytical reasoning —skills that will serve them well in any scientific endeavor. Join the Mole Day Celebration! Are you ready to inspire the next generation of scientists? Let’s come together to celebrate Mole Day and make science come alive for young learners. By seeking out engaging activities, resources, and more , we can help foster curiosity in developing minds about the mole and the broader world of science! Whether you're a parent , educator , librarian , or simply curious , you play a vital role in sharing the wonders of this subject, and there is always more to learn! Together, we can ignite a passion for discovery that lasts a lifetime ! Get your own copy Mole and Tell today! Plus, dive deeper into the world of SI units with our other title, Talking Science , perfect for inspiring curiosity at home or in the classroom: Want more resources to read on? You can find additional materials below : FREE Teacher's Guide Interviews spotlighting the author Cathy Payne of Mole and Tell Six Questions with Catherine Payne Pacific Island Times Interview STEAM Book Review of Mole and Tell Additional Mole Day activities !