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Winter Wonderings

ScienceSparks!Winter Wonderings
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Whether it's cloudy or sunny...

From weather to animal migration to solstice, there are so many cool (😜) topics to communicate with students about all things winter. Get cozy & enjoy this update filled with fun winter resources.

*Click pictures for links to resources.

Shana

shrbacek@esc14.net

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“I wonder if the snow loves the trees and fields, that it kisses them so gently? And then it covers them up snug, you know, with a white quilt; and perhaps it says “Go to sleep, darlings, till the summer comes again.” - Lewis Carroll

WELCOME WINTER WEATHER! WELCOME WINTER WEATHER!

Wait.....we live in Texas, never mind! Wait.....we live in Texas, never mind!

3rd & 6th Grade TEKS WILL NOT be ASSESSED in 2026! 3rd & 6th Grade TEKS WILL NOT be ASSESSED in 2026!

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Looking for Science Resources? Click Below Looking for Science Resources? Click Below

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Science STAAR Resources Science STAAR Resources

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Think Big Learning for STAAR Review in February Think Big Learning for STAAR Review in February

Space will be limited to 50 participants! Register Today Space will be limited to 50 participants! Register Today

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If you can't attend the Think Big Training, here's another opportunity! If you can't attend the Think Big Training, here's another opportunity!

Spring STAAR Review for ALL subjects and grade levels Spring STAAR Review for ALL subjects and grade levels

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Science Summer Workshops Coming SOON! Science Summer Workshops Coming SOON!

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Secondary Science Institute hosted at Cisco College/Abilene Campus Secondary Science Institute hosted at Cisco College/Abilene Campus

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The Grace ~ Mix It Up Art & Science The Grace ~ Mix It Up Art & Science

Teacher Appreciation Week at the SPARK!

The SPARK Science center is opening May 18, 2026. Be on the lookout for a special open house invitation for educators during Teacher Appreciation Week in May! https://www.abileneheritagesquare.org/spark/

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PocketLab Notebook <click here for resources> PocketLab Notebook <click here for resources>

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❄️ Learning About the Season 🧣 ❄️ Learning About the Season 🧣

This would make a great Kahoot!
10 interesting facts about winter!

What Makes Winter, Winter?

  • Here's a blog post from National Geographic that explains what a season is, and describes seasons in different parts of the world. It's a resource for 6th - 12th.
  • From Education World, a great list of winter-themed resources, across all subjects and ages (and it's not too overwhelming!)
  • Here's a really cool list of science experiments for winter. No cold and snow where you are? No worries. A freezer will suffice :)
Say it with Video!
From Edutopia, a wide selection of 5-minute films for teaching about winter. Everything from chemistry to Spanish. Something for everyone.

☃️ Studying Snow 🀩 ☃️ Studying Snow 🀩

17 surprising facts about snow | BBC Earth

Whether you love frolicking in the white stuff at the first sign of a snowflake or prefer bundling up and hibernating until the spring thaw, or even if you've only ever dreamed of touching a snowball, here's a blizzard of brilliant snow-driven facts.

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Lessons & Activities about Snow & Ice
Here's a great snow day resource to either send home to parents, or just use with students, yourself! It's chock full of easy, engaging activities, from literacy to science.

🥶 Exploring Hibernation 🧦 🥶 Exploring Hibernation 🧦

How does hibernation work? - Sheena Lee Faherty

Six Hibernation Lesson Plans for This Winter

The winter season is upon us, and despite the craze of the holiday season, everyone will start moving a little slower, especially some animals. For most mammals, including squirrels, bats, and bears, winter means one thing: hibernation. Teaching hibernation in the classroom can be easy for educators with the right resources.

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Spring Field Trips Spring Field Trips

Check out the list of field trips from our Collaboration Workshop in December Check out the list of field trips from our Collaboration Workshop in December

Field Trips 2025

Field Trips: Dental Valley Farms (seasonal) SPARK (Will be located on S. 1st ~ More information coming soon!) Morgan Jones Planetarium (AISD) Abilene Zoo Texas Wildlife Association - Check out their flyer for Youth Education Programs Snapology (Midland) Kids STEM Programs and Robotics Classes ...

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Smore ❤️ Winter

Science Fair Information Coming Soon!
Shana Hrbacek
Science K-12 Consultant
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