Crystal DiBetta

Hi, Carrie and Janice!

I had expected to attend tomorrow, but I was diagnosed with a bad sinus infection today and am on a very strong antibiotic. Unfortunately, I will not make tomorrow, but will be around in April. I am really sorry.

I am glad you used the book “Manfish.” It is one of my favorite newly published books. You might want to share the other biography written last year on Cousteau by Dan Yaccarino called “The Fantastic Undersea Life of Jacques Cousteau.” The students might enjoy comparing and contrasting the information contained in both. If you […]

For everyone who is interested in sustainable seafood, The October, 2010 issue of National Geographic has a GREAT article in it on sustainable seafood and the effects of overfishing. I highly recommend getting a copy and using it as one of your resources if you have older students, or as background information for yourself if […]

For everyone who has chosen a sustainable seafood project, The October, 2010 issue of National Geographic has a GREAT article in it on sustainable seafood and the effects of overfishing. I highly recommend getting a copy and using it as one of your resources if you have older students, or as background information for yourself […]

Elizabeth, yes I know of them, but have never read them. I think they are aimed more at a middle school audience, but I am not sure. It is always a good idea to read them yourself first, so you have no unexpected surprises! I had that happen to me once early in my career. […]

I just received my monthly copy of National Geographic. They are publishing a special issue focusing on Oceans. It will be available on September 14th for $10.99. The description from the magazine says “Oceans cover nearly three-fourths of our globe and play a role of equal significance in Earth’s biodiversity. Our newest special issue explains […]

This file contains reviewing sources for science books. Most should be available in your school library if you ask your librarian. SB & F is definitely worth the $45 to subscribe on your own, as is becoming a member of NSTA. Their journal “Science and Children” (grades K-6) contains monthly resource reviews, and an annual […]

This file shares the many text features students will need to understand when using nonfiction. Remember that it is preferable to use a reading level several below a student’s normal reading level due to the high content load of nonfiction books.

Here’s a file with research supporting the use of more science nonfiction in your reading program.