Do you have to love science to teach it? {Episode 4}
If science wasn't your thing, can you really teach science to your own kids at home? Paige is answering this question and providing a dose of encouragement in this episode of the Teaching Science at Home Show.
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The Highlights
If science was not your favorite subject in school:
- You are not alone! The number two struggle I hear with teaching science is a person’s own experience with the subject.
- There is a misconception that science in a lofty subject best left to the experts.
- The bulk of science can be understand, appreciated, and taught by the average homeschool mom.
Key to teaching science when your background is not strong in science --> get a good curriculum!
A good science curriculum:
- is from a trusted source;
- contains the three keys for teaching science.
The Three Keys to Teaching Science:
- Key #1 – Performing Hands-on Scientific Tests
- Key #2 – Gathering Information
- Key #3 – Keeping a Record
