NASA Citizen Science Projects

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July 20 marks Space Exploration Day, which celebrates the anniversary of the first crewed mission to the Moon in 1969. The study and exploration of space give us the unique opportunity to foster curiosity and instill a sense of wonder in our students. In addition to traditional learning opportunities, citizen science projects offer a collaborative approach … read more »


Empowering Students for Responsible Social Media Use: Strategies and Resources to Celebrate Social Media Day

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June 30 is Social Media Day and is an excellent time to consider options for providing students with the tools for responsible use of social media. With over 4.9 billion active users worldwide and teens spending an average of 3 hours daily on social media, it is vital to equip students with the necessary skills … read more »


From Penguins to Pandas: Celebrating National Zoo and Aquarium Month

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June is National Zoo and Aquarium Month, a time to celebrate and appreciate these organizations’ conservation, education, and research work. Take advantage of this occasion by bringing the wonders of the animal world into your classroom and engaging your students with fascinating facts, videos, and virtual tours of some of the world’s best zoos and … read more »


National Inventors Month: Five Engaging Activities to Inspire the Inventor’s Spirit in All Students

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Invention is a process: you don’t get there overnight Louis Foreman May is National Inventors Month, an excellent time to introduce your students to inventions and inventors and to discuss their character traits found, including perseverance, curiosity, and problem solving. Celebrating the spirit of inventors and the invention process is an engaging way for students … read more »