Teach NGSS with Technology

Hi Sweet Friends, it's Peggy Means from Primary Flourish and 

I hope you all are having a refreshing summer.  

I know most teacher brains don't really turn off in the summer.  

(That's why you're reading this blog, right?)

So on this Techy Tuesday, I want to tell you about an app 

that will bring life into your NGSS 

(Next Generation Science Standards) lessons next year!

NGSS Biological Evolution Unity & Diversity 2LS41:

Make observations of plants and animals to 

compare the diversity of life in different habitats.

I love.love.LOVE. Explore's live cams!
What better way to 'observe plants and animals in different habitats'.

You can peek in on dozens of wild animals in their natural environments!

I really encourage you to pop over there and enjoy!

>>Just click on the picture below to start exploring!<<

You can access live cams either with your computer, or with an app called

Livestream.  It's FREE! (I love a good free app, don't you?)

>> Just click on the pic above to find it in the App Store. <<

Students use this app to observe different animals in their different environment, and then compare and contrast those environments.

Each student keeps an observation journal on at least 2 animals that live in different habitats.

Here are the easy steps to start using technology to teach NGSS life science standards:

1. Get Livestream App from the App Store.
2. Go to Explore.org and choose at least 2 animals you want your class to observe.
3. Download my free Observation Journal.
4. Do the Happy Dance because you are set to teach NGSS to your class!

I hope you and your students will 'flourish' in exploring science together this year!