Changing the World

One Classroom at a Time

Hola, I’m Coral

I’m the Author of Teaching K-5 Science: Encouraging Exploration, Inquiry and Problem Solving.

Behind The Scenes

  • I wrote the book I wish I had when I started teaching elementary science. I spent the first 6 years of my teaching career with no access to instructional coaches. So I did most of my learning through social media and outside of the district PD that met my needs.

    I believe every teacher should have access to mentors and coaches from the moment they walk into our profession.

    I wrote this to support educators in districts that have these supports, but more specifically for the educators that do not have access to the supports they need and deserve.

    This isn’t your typical one subject book, I blend my knowledge of teaching multiple grades and multiple subjects to make sure educators can provide a solid foundation for science instruction, but also see the connections between subjects and standards and support deeper student learning across the board.

    There is strong emphasis on supporting multilingual students and neurodiverse students and looking at instruction from a global perspective to truly prepare students for the interdisciplinary world we live in. To support both educators and students to be the problem solvers our world needs.

    • Lay a strong foundation for success to teach elementary science with confidence

    • Learn to engage all learners, with special emphasis on supporting the growing population of multilingual and neurodiverse learners across the country

    • Make cross-disciplinary connections. Multiple opportunities to learn ways to connect the dots between disciplines to support student learning, not just in science but across subjects

    • Reflect and Apply: Multiple opportunities within the book to reflect on your teaching practice alone and with a group

    • Elementary Educators

    • Elementary Instructional Coaches and District Coordinators Coaching Educators

    • Home School Educators looking to better support their students in science instruction

Overview of the Book

Teaching K-5 Science: Encouraging Exploration, Inquiry, and Problem-Solving empowers you with the tools, strategies, and knowledge you need to create dynamic, inclusive science lessons. This comprehensive, research-based resource shows you how to improve your practice with confident teaching and techniques that spark students' curiosity. You'll learn how to connect the science curriculum to students' daily lives, making concepts relatable through interactive, collaborative lessons.

With strategies that emphasize the "5 Es" of science instruction--engage, explore, explain, elaborate, and evaluate--this book provides step-by-step guidance for helping learners develop essential inquiry and problem-solving skills. You'll learn to create cross-disciplinary connections, incorporate STEAM education, and design inclusive lessons that meet the needs of all learners. You'll also find sample lessons, helpful resources, ready-to-use activities, and other tools for making science an inspiring part of every student's day.

  • Gain the skills and confidence you need to engage K-5 learners in science lessons

  • Get ready-to-use sample lessons and anytime techniques that bring science to life

  • Discover methods for including learners who are neurodivergent, multilingual, or receiving special education services

  • Make cross-disciplinary connections with project-based, problem-based, and place-based learning frameworks

Covering life, physical, Earth, and space sciences, this professional development resource emphasizes STEAM pathways and aligns with the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS). Transform your science classroom into a hub of innovation, curiosity, and critical thinking with Teaching K-5 Science.

Looking for a sneak peek? Click here, to view the introduction.

Step #1: Order Your Pre-Order Copy Today

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Pre-Order Incentives & Bonuses

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Virtual Book Launch Party

The first 75 preorders will receive exclusive access to an author Q & A and celebration the week of April 6th!

02
Personalized Book Swag

The next 100 orders will receive some special personalized book swag in the mail to enjoy while reading the book.

03
Explorer’s Club Recognition

All preorders receive a social media graphic to show your support. A small note of thanks for being part of this launch journey.

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Strategies in Action Mini-Course

All preorders receive this bonus the week after the book launch. It’s a behind-the-scenes deep dive into each of the chapters in the book. Showing strategies in action to help you put both the book and the extended digital resources, like the book study guide into practice.

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