Kimberly Scott Science

08/10/2026

Teaching science without a classroom? You're not alone — it's a common challenge for elementary science and STEM teachers. 🧪🛒

After teaching science from a cart, I've learned that a few small systems make all the difference: pre-filled wash bottles instead of a sink, puppy pads for instant lab cleanup, station bins you can drop anywhere, and a go-to attention signal for when you need the students' attention quickly.

In my latest blog post, I'm sharing the real problems I ran into teaching science on a cart — and the solutions that actually worked. Whether you're a traveling STEM teacher, a specialist without a dedicated room, or just looking to tighten up your lab routines, this one's for you.

👉 Full post in the comments.

08/03/2026

🎒✏️🍎Back-to-school season always sneaks up faster than we expect, doesn't it? 😅

If there's one thing I've learned, the first two weeks set the tone for your entire year. (Especially when you are a hands-on science teacher.) Strong classroom management isn't about being strict — it's about giving your students clear expectations and opportunities to practice what is expected.

A few things that have made the biggest difference in my own classroom:
🔹 Teach your procedures like you'd teach content — model it, practice it, revisit it
🔹 Consistency beats perfection — the same expectation every day builds trust faster than any rule chart
🔹 Use cooperative groups and classroom role/jobs to help with transitions and lab safety.
🔹 Tie your classroom management system into what happens in a real science lab. It helps with lab safety as well as teaching them to think like a scientist.

If you're looking to refresh your systems this year, TPT's Back to School Sale is happening August 4th–5th — everything sitewide is up to 25% off with code BTS26. My classroom management resources are marked down too, so it's a great time to grab anything that's been on your wishlist. There is a link to my unique classroom management system, Good Lab Practices, in the comments.

Wishing you all a smooth start to the year! 💛

07/30/2026

❤️Thanks for your patience and support while I took a break to heal from back surgery. I've been recovering well and enjoying summer.

I'm so excited to be creating and helping teachers again, so I thought this would be a great time to reintroduce myself!

Hi, I'm Kim Scott, and I love hands-on science and STEM. I started teaching K-5 science lab 26 years ago. Thanks to my parents, my childhood was basically one big STEM challenge (80s kid here! 👾).

My store's logo is an elephant — because elephants never forget! My goal is to create unforgettable experiences that help students discover the world around them while building their reading, writing, and higher-order thinking skills.

My Specialties:
⭐ Science Fairs
⭐ Hands-On Labs
⭐ NGSS-Aligned Resources
⭐ Project-Based Learning Science & STEM Units
⭐ Reading in the Content Area
⭐ Teacher-Friendly Hands-On Explorations

In my free time, I like to:
🌟 Swim laps
🌟 Teach swimming
🌟 Garden
🌟 Camp
🌟 Kayak

And what better way to jump back in than with some Back-to-School Science FAVORITES to help start the year on the right track? Introducing the scientific method is a great place to begin — check out my top 5 scientific method resources! 🔬

Save 20% July 30th-August 2nd — link in comments! 🐘

06/05/2026

🍦 New Science Read Aloud Video! 🍦

Summer is almost here, and this new read-aloud is a fun way to keep students learning while celebrating one of their favorite treats—ice cream!

In this engaging video, students will discover how ice cream is made, learn a little about its history, and explore the science behind this frozen dessert.

Perfect for
🟤end-of-the-year classroom activities
🟤summer Learning
🟤enrichment
🟤just-for-fun science lessons.

One thing we're especially excited about is our goal to add high-quality read-aloud videos to all of our reading passages. These videos feature clear images and are read at a pace that allows students to easily follow along, build reading confidence, and even take notes as they learn.

Watch the new video here:
https://youtu.be/tGznpJWc8PY

If you're looking for an educational activity that combines science, reading, and a little summer fun, this is a great one to add to your plans! ☀️🍨See link in comments to the complete lesson.

Let's learn the surprising history and science behind delicious ice...

05/22/2026

🧊 ICE SCIENCE IS ALWAYS A HIT! ❄️

Need easy summer science activities kids actually WANT to do? These freezing and melting experiments are simple, hands-on, and packed with curiosity-driven learning.

Kids can:
🧊 Dangle Ice on a String
🎣Fish for Ice
🌞Save a Popsicle from Melting
🍦Create Ice Cream in a Bag

Perfect for summer camps, daycare, or backyard science fun!

Check out the activities here as a part of our Summer Science Bucket List series:
https://kimberlyscottscience.blogspot.com/2026/05/freezing-and-melting-activities-ice-and.html

05/22/2026

🍋 EASY KITCHEN SCIENCE = SUMMER SAVER 🧪

You do NOT need fancy supplies for fun science activities.

This blog is packed with simple kitchen science experiments kids can do using everyday household items!

🥄 Easy prep
🧪 Hands-on learning
👧 Kid-approved fun
🏠 Perfect for rainy days or hot afternoons

These are some of my favorite science and STEM activities for summer and year-round. ❤️

Explore the ideas here for a Summer Science Bucket List:
https://kimberlyscottscience.blogspot.com/2026/05/easy-kitchen-science-activities-for.html

05/21/2026

✨ GLOW STICK SCIENCE + NIGHTTIME FUN? YES PLEASE. 🌙

If you need a summer activity kids will talk about for DAYS, get some glow sticks and start experimenting, exploring outdoors, and having hands-on STEM fun in the dark.

Perfect for:
🌙 Summer Nights
🏕 Camps
✨ Glow Days
👨‍👩‍👧 Family Fun

These activities make science feel magical. 🧪

Explore the glowing fun here as part of our Summer Science Bucket List series:
https://kimberlyscottscience.blogspot.com/2026/05/glow-day-nighttime-kids-activities.html

05/21/2026

💧 BACKYARD WATER SCIENCE = INSTANT SUMMER FUN ☀️

Looking for easy ways to keep kids busy this summer? These backyard water experiments combine science, movement, and FUN using simple supplies you probably already have at home. Let's explore the magic of water, soap, and bubbles!

Perfect for:
☀️ hot summer days
🏕 camps
🧪 STEM learning through play

Honestly… kids won’t even realize they’re learning science. 😄

See the full list here:
https://kimberlyscottscience.blogspot.com/2026/05/backyard-water-experiments-for-kids.html

05/20/2026

🧪 OUTDOOR CHEMISTRY + SUMMER FUN = THE BEST COMBINATION ☀️

If your kids love fizzing, bubbling, foaming, and messy science fun, this blog is packed with easy outdoor chemistry activities perfect for summer!

These hands-on experiments are great for:
🌞 backyard play
🏕 summer camps
👧 daycare activities
🧪 curious kids

Warning: kids may want to repeat these experiments ALL summer long. 😂

Explore the activities here as part of our Summer Science Bucket List Series:
https://kimberlyscottscience.blogspot.com/2026/05/outdoor-science-chemistry-summer.html

05/20/2026

☀️ SCREEN-FREE SUMMER FUN IS HERE! 🧪

Need easy summer activities that keep kids learning, exploring, and OFF screens? I just shared Part 1 of my Summer Science Bucket List series filled with simple hands-on science fun for families, camps, and daycares!

🎢 Marble Roller Coasters
🌿 Outdoor Chemistry Explorations
🫧 Bubble Science
🌙 Nighttime Glow Science
🧊 Ice activities
🍴 Kitchen Science Fun

These are the kinds of activities kids remember long after summer ends. ❤️

Grab some easy science inspiration here:
https://kimberlyscottscience.blogspot.com/2026/05/summer-science-bucket-list-part-1.html