?? You Light the Path to a Better Future
Every innovator begins with a teacher who believes in them. This week, we celebrate the power of role models—educators who ignite curiosity, guide discovery, and inspire creation. With Twin Library features, AI tools, and news like students designing their own cars, they light the path to a brighter tomorrow. ???????
What's New?
Curriculum-Aligned Library ?
‘Design a 30-40 minute activity for 5th graders on reflection, refraction, and light dispersion. Include hands-on experiments using mirrors, water, and a prism or CD to explore light behaviors and recreate Newton’s spectrum experiment. Align with NGSS standards and highlight light's role in sustainable technologies like solar panels and fiber optics.’
AI Prompt of the Week
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‘Design a 30-40 minute activity for 5th graders on reflection, refraction, and light dispersion. Include hands-on experiments using mirrors, water, and a prism or CD to explore light behaviors and recreate Newton’s spectrum experiment. Align with NGSS standards and highlight light's role in sustainable technologies like solar panels and fiber optics.’
AI in the Classroom
4 Tips to Guide Teachers in Using AI
AI is reshaping education, but how can teachers embrace it confidently and responsibly? Discover four expert tips to navigate this evolving technology while staying rooted in proven teaching strategies.
Your Resource Corner
Secret of Light ??
Spark curiosity with the science of colours! This interactive video equips your students with a deeper understanding of the science of colors, including light interaction, color perception, the RGB model, and Newton’s iconic refraction experiment—making it an ideal resource for an engaging and educational lesson.?
Sustainability Spotlight
Building Your School in Sustainability ??
Harkaway Primary School, located on Boonwurrung land in Australia, relies on rainwater and solar power, offering students a firsthand lesson in sustainable living. Discover how this extraordinary school empowers children to tackle real-world challenges and inspire global change!
Challenge of the Week
Da Vinci Bridge Challenge
Teach the power of teamwork with Da Vinci’s ingenious bridge design! Using simple sticks, students will collaborate to build a self-supporting structure, mastering problem-solving and engineering in a fun, hands-on way.
Community Shoutout
Igniting the Innovators of Tomorrow?
Ayla Korkmaz, a teacher from Hatay, shared the joy of her students independently building automated cars using Twin STEM kits. Their teamwork and problem-solving skills highlighted the power of hands-on STEM education in fostering creativity and innovation. ???
Feel free to share this newsletter with any colleagues who might find it helpful—we're always excited to welcome more educators into our community!
Best Regards
Twin Science Team ??