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Save Your Solar Eclipse Glasses!

Published 6 months ago • 1 min read

Stories in Sustainability & Science

Hi friends!

If you spent time staring up at the solar eclipse like I did yesterday, you probably have some protective glasses lying around your house this morning. Don’t throw them out!

If your solar eclipse glasses are still in good condition (i.e. no one poked holes in the lens or ripped them apart) you can donate them to be used by school children in Latin America to view an eclipse this October!

Moon Phases

Speaking of space, are you looking to introduce your learners to the phases of the moon? Discover the lunar cycle and build a moon phase tracker with my free,12 page digital download!

Owl Moon by Jane Yolen

I highly suggest that you add “Owl Moon” to your library request list! This is a heartwarming story of a young girl who goes owling with her father for the first time on a cold winter night. The book beautifully captures the sense of wonder and excitement of a child experiencing the magic of the natural world and the special bond between a father and daughter.

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Sustainably yours,

~Jess

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Thoughtfully Sustainable

by Jessica Purcell

Are you a parent or teacher that’s looking to integrate science and sustainability concepts into your learners’ lives? I’m here to help! My name is Jessica and I’m a science teacher and mom that creates hands-on sustainability and STEM lessons for grades K-8 to cultivate critical thinking skills and foster a deeper appreciation for the natural world.

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