Kristen Cox

Passionate science educator

[Kristen Cox @kcoxscience]

Such an amazing day at @ncties! This was my favorite theme and the most people to attend our session in the last 4 years! #90s

[Herbert Akins Road Middle School @HerbertAkinsMS]

Rising 8th graders: Be sure to submit your applications by the deadline. Late applications will not be accepted or reviewed.

[Stephanie Howell @mrshowell24]

Reading isn’t just comprehension—it’s connection. 🍎📖
This “peel the fruit” organizer helps students move from surface observations to deeper meaning, perspective, and theme.
From what happened to why it matters.
#CloseReading

https://t.co/WNuSEtbhqS

[Kristen Cox @kcoxscience]

@lbell200980 Mr. V had them from a previous experience!

[Kristen Cox @kcoxscience]

Combining geography with ocean currents 🦆

[Kristen Cox @kcoxscience]

@lbell200980 Groups of 4! 8 total maps

[Kristen Cox @kcoxscience]

Where does water go? Last week, Students explored this through hands on activities and inquiry activities.

[Dr. Catlin Tucker @Catlin_Tucker]

Why should you invest in helping your multilingual learners develop metacognitive and self-regulation skills? 🤔

And how do you go about it?

Find out now on my blog: https://t.co/R0htSE5o80

#engchat #k12

[Stephanie Howell @mrshowell24]

The Bad Ideas Cellphone Challenge, a fast-paced reverse-brainstorming activity where students dream up 100 intentionally terrible cellphone designs. @GetSchoolAI

I love brainstorming with the @LunchLadyEDU
https://t.co/dykarJNbR2

[Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher]

These sentence stems can help Ss offer sTAGgeringly brilliant feedback!

VIa @PBLWorks:

[Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher]

Ready, set ... THROWDOWN!

Here's how T @JillWebs adds a little excitement to her vocab lessons:

(Inspired by educator Coach Stephans)

[Kristen Cox @kcoxscience]

@lbell200980 Yes send me what your favorite ones you’ve used and we can make a new one! I like some of these better than ones I’ve used before!

[Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher]

With the right guidance, reflection can be a positive and affirming experience for your Ss!

Here's some of the language T teachertipsandtales (on Insta) uses to nudge them in that direction:

[Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher]

These transitions can help transform Ss' beliefs into compelling arguments!

Check it out, via educator @jjkeigher:

[Art of Life 🦋 @Art0fLife_]

Quote of the week:

[Stephanie Howell @mrshowell24]

🌟 Engage your students in critical thinking with the ""Odd One Out"" activity! 🤔🔍 Let them explore, justify, and have fun with @kamiapp! 🎉✨

https://t.co/PnO8wToDno

[Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher]

🧭 When Ss follow their awesome map, there's no telling what amazing destinations they'll end up at!

Via educator @mrswilliams21c:

[Kristen Cox @kcoxscience]

Exploring how different beaks are built for survival! 🐦💪 #AdaptationInAction

[Stephanie Howell @mrshowell24]

💡 Spark creativity in your classroom with the Sticky Note Shuffle: App-venture Game!
🎲 Students turn random words into imaginary apps:
✨ The Word → 💻 If This Were an App → 🚀 Premium Upgrade

A fun way to build collaboration + quick thinking!

https://t.co/9l5p912DSX