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See how Discovery Education moves learning forward through engaging, phenomena-driven instruction. Be among the first to explore the NEW K–5 Science Techbook, featuring real-world investigations and standards-aligned, classroom-ready resources designed to accelerate student achievement.
DIVE INTO REAL PHENOMENA
Booth 352
Try Science Techbook
Explore hands-on demos and classroom-ready resources that show how Science Techbook turns real-world phenomena into engaging, ready-to-use lessons you can bring back to your classroom right away.
Exhibit Hours
- Thursday, April 16: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Friday, April 17: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Saturday, April 18: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Bring the Energy. Power the Race.
Hop on our pedal bikes to generate energy and power a galactic race—competing to race through the universe while seeing how motion drives systems in real time.
The Science Techbook Challenge
Strengthen SCIENCE INSTRUCTION
Join Discovery Education in Room 304C to explore how we bring phenomena-driven instruction to life. Discover how students investigate compelling real-world questions, engage in hands-on learning, and make sense of science concepts in meaningful, lasting ways.
Justin Karkow
Melissa Hampton
Grab your goggles and dive into the Discovery Education Science Playground! Meet real scientists, explore hands-on experiments, and walk away with classroom-ready resources, fresh ideas and some awesome swag. Science has never been this fun or inspiring!
Justin Karkow
Melissa Hampton
What happens when science instruction is used to strengthen literacy? This session explores how phenomena-driven science lessons integrate reading, writing, and academic language development. Learn how purposeful lesson design supports literacy growth while advancing three-dimensional science learning.
Justin Karkow
Melissa Hampton
Explore how real-world phenomena drive three-dimensional learning in elementary science. In this interactive session, educators will examine how Discovery Education's Science Techbook supports the design of lessons that integrate the Science and Engineering Practices, Disciplinary Core Ideas, and Crosscutting Concepts to promote sustained student sense-making.
Carrie Willis
Kim Wright
Clothing waste is a growing challenge, but it also creates powerful opportunities for learning. In this session, inspired by The Wear Longer Project created in partnership with Levi's, participants will explore how everyday clothing items are made, used, repaired, and reused and what those choices mean for sustainability.
Sera Perrotta
Elizabeth Bowen
Step into the role of a research scientist in this interactive, one-hour breakout session guided by Discovery Education and a Charles River professional to bring STEM and real-world lab experiences to the classroom. Participants will engage in a hands-on activity that models a classroom-ready lesson for grades 6-12.
Featured Speakers
Justin Karkow
VP, Teaching & Learning
Discovery Education
Melissa Hampton
Senior Director, Teaching & Learning
Discovery Education
Carrie Willis
STEAM & Technology Director
Valley Preparatory School
Kim Wright
Instructional Design Manager
Discovery Education
Sera Perrotta
Director, Veterinary Medical Services
Charles River
Elizabeth Bowen
Director, Corporate Citizenship
Charles River
Empower EVERY LEARNER
The NEW Science Techbook delivers standards-aligned, phenomena-driven Tier 1 science with ready-to-teach lessons and built-in supports that simplify planning and strengthen instruction.
With editable slideshow lessons, 3D scaffolds, flexible pacing, and cross-curricular connections, students investigate real-world phenomena, ask meaningful questions, and apply their learning.
Experience is your essential companion for engaged classrooms, pairing captivating cross-curricular lessons with impactful educator-tested strategies. Aligned to popular curricula and packed with future-focused features like career exploration and immersive experiences, it’s the perfect supplement to support teaching, deepen understanding, and inspire students.
