The problem with most English leads is that they don’t love science enough. They love novels, poetry, speeches. Some even … More
Tag: science readers
Rich and Connected Science Texts
I’m more excited about this post than I’ve been about any post I’ve written in recent years. I’ve been building … More
Reading for Learning or Learning for Reading?
Back in 2014, when I started this blog, I was a primary school teacher with a special interest in science … More
Guericke’s Sulphur Sphere
It seems reasonable to suppose that if the Earth has a fitting and appropriate attractive potency it will also have … More
The Versorium Needle
A draft extract from my book using narrative to teach the big ideas of physics: These are the utterly false … More
Where Are The Children’s Adaptations of the Great Works of Science?
Children get a great deal from novels, even challenging Victorian novels. The great themes and rich language are wonderful. And … More
Great Readers Become Great Scientists
Great readers become great scientists. I have been a science teacher for 18 years. My highest attaining science students are … More
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