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Cells Issue is Live!

Spigot Science's newest issue, Cells, is now available.  Check out what's waiting for you and your child.

Cells Issue Coming Soon

Cells are the foundation of every living plant and animal. Without cells, we would not exist. In the latest issue of Spigot Science, Cells, we look at cells from many different perspectives to help students understand this complex topic. Some of the key articles in this issue help students understand:

  • the science of cells and cell division.
  • how technology and engineering are used with cells
  • how scientists mapped the human genome
  • what happens when cells mutate
  • and much more


Through its interdisciplinary approach, students learn in the Language Arts Connection about the many definitions of cells, and they practice applying facts by adapting a choral reading. They also learn about how cells can be combined with art. A dozen books about cells are reviewed in the Library Connection. 

Premium members can download this and all our other issues at the Spigot Science web site. If you are not a Premium member, sign up today and get all the Spigot Science themed publications and Science in the News to share with students for the next year at a very reasonable price.


Slithery trouble in the Everglades - Science in the News

Have you heard about the Burmese pythons that have invaded the Everglades in South Florida?  This is the theme of the latest Science in the New sights some of the efforts being undertaken to deal with it.

As with all Science in the Ne. The article presents the problem to students, shows why the invasion is happening, and highlws articles, the python story is rich with teaching opportunities. Students are challenged to know and use specific vocabulary associated with the article. They are also asked to identify key elements of the article, and to “think outside the box” to come up with their own solution to the python problem. Additionally, there are activities included to help students address the core issue; the impact of invasive species on natural habitats.

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Science in the News


Many people are interested in solar energy these days. It is a clean alternative to our reliance on fossil fuels. There are many solar projects around, but most of them involve single homes or buildings. What would you do if you wanted to harness enough solar energy to meet the needs of millions of people?
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Coming Soon - Cells Issue