Musings

I spend a fair amount of my time researching educational trends and sifting through data. All in the pursuit of providing fun, engaging, hands on curricula based on scientific research to help kids succeed as they explore science. 

Nearly two-thirds of our nation’s 4^th and 9^th graders are scoring below proficiency levels in science, with significant performance gaps for low-income, minority, ELL and special needs students beginning at the elementary level. Additionally, data from the National Science Foundation indicates that the number of students pursuing graduate degrees in science in the United States is falling, especially among minorities. In order to maintain a competitive edge in the world market, we need to create programs that prepare and inspire students to succeed in science, technology, engineering and math.

The above information along with the increasing emphasis on standardized, high-stakes testing depicts a challenging picture for our nation’s teachers. Clearly, there is a tremendous need for high-quality academic content. Join me as I share my excitement of science publishing.