We’re back from #NSTA2026 feeling energized and deeply inspired by the incredible educators we had t…

We’re back from #NSTA2026 feeling energized and deeply inspired by the incredible educators we had the chance to meet!

#NSTA Highlights:
🦠 Superbug Showdown: Our evolution board game (shoutout to 2025 #SCLAmbassador Dan Vanden Heuvel!) was a massive hit—nothing beats hands-on learning for tackling complex biology. 🧬

🟥 Observation as a Superpower: A huge thank you to Ariel Raymond, Brittany Beck, and Susan Bartol for leading a packed workshop on using storytelling and multimedia to transform classroom observation. The room was electric! ⚡️

🍽️ The SCL Community: Reconnecting over dinner with our amazing current and former educator ambassadors reminded us that this community is the heart of everything we do. ❤️

To the hundreds of teachers we met: YOU are the catalyst. We’re already back at work creating new resources inspired by your passion and brilliance.

Read the full NSTA Recap: https://lnkd.in/g-dY5m6A

#ScienceEducation #ScienceTeachers #STEM #STEMTeachers

We’re back from #NSTA2026 feeling energized and deeply inspired by the incredible educators we had the chance to meet!

#NSTA Highlights:
🦠 Superbug Showdown: Our evolution board game (shoutout to 2025 #SCLAmbassador Dan Vanden Heuvel!) was a massive hit—nothing beats hands-on learning for tackling complex biology. 🧬

🟥 Observation as a Superpower: A huge thank you to Ariel Raymond, Brittany Beck, and Susan Bartol for leading a packed workshop on using storytelling and multimedia to transform classroom observation. The room was electric! ⚡️

🍽️ The SCL Community: Reconnecting over dinner with our amazing current and former educator ambassadors reminded us that this community is the heart of everything we do. ❤️

To the hundreds of teachers we met: YOU are the catalyst. We’re already back at work creating new resources inspired by your passion and brilliance.

Read the full NSTA Recap: https://lnkd.in/g-dY5m6A

#ScienceEducation #ScienceTeachers #STEM #STEMTeachers

See you at #NSTA2026 in Anaheim tomorrow! 🌴 We can’t wait to reconnect with the science education community and share what we’ve been working on since we last saw you in Philly.

We will be at Booth 677 throughout the conference! Come say hello, pick up snacks, and discover innovative ways to bring science stories to life. Learn how to access our free lessons and resources designed to support your classroom and engage your students with human stories of science.

🔎 Don’t Miss Our “Observation as a Superpower” Workshop This Thu 4/16 at 2:20 pm in Room 161 (North Building)

In the midst of the conference rush, take a moment to rediscover the joy of looking closely. This interactive session features our new documentary, OBSERVER, which we debuted at NSTA last year, and offers hands-on observational strategies you can take directly back to your classroom to inspire curiosity, inquiry, and critical thinking in your students. Furthermore, the film is FREE for educators to use!

More details on our website: https://lnkd.in/gU9zhj9Z

See you all soon!

#NSTA #STEMEducation #ScienceTeachers #ProfessionalDevelopment #FreeResources

See you at #NSTA2026 in Anaheim tomorrow! 🌴 We can’t wait to reconnect with the science education community and share what we’ve been working on since we last saw you in Philly.

We will be at Booth 677 throughout the conference! Come say hello, pick up snacks, and discover innovative ways to bring science stories to life. Learn how to access our free lessons and resources designed to support your classroom and engage your students with human stories of science.

🔎 Don’t Miss Our “Observation as a Superpower” Workshop This Thu 4/16 at 2:20 pm in Room 161 (North Building)

In the midst of the conference rush, take a moment to rediscover the joy of looking closely. This interactive session features our new documentary, OBSERVER, which we debuted at NSTA last year, and offers hands-on observational strategies you can take directly back to your classroom to inspire curiosity, inquiry, and critical thinking in your students. Furthermore, the film is FREE for educators to use!

More details on our website: https://lnkd.in/gU9zhj9Z

See you all soon!

#NSTA #STEMEducation #ScienceTeachers #ProfessionalDevelopment #FreeResources

Don’t miss our featured workshop at the National Science Teaching Association’s annual conference on Thursday 4/16 — Observation as a Superpower: A Workshop to Inspire Curiosity, Inquiry, and Critical Thinking in Your Students. 🔍

In the midst of the daily rush, take a moment to rediscover the joy of looking closely. Join us for an interactive professional development workshop centered on one of science’s most fundamental practices: observation.

We are so excited to have three educator superstars co-leading the session:

⭐ Brittany Beck (Brooklyn, NY): The 2025 Sloan STEM Teacher of the Year, Brittany integrates storytelling and narrative structure into student-driven research, empowering learners to engage in authentic scientific practices alongside working scientists.

⭐ Susan Bartol (Montclair, NJ): A Wipro Science Education Fellow with 20+ years of experience, Susan is a master at making science immersive for elementary students. She’s the force behind “Science Day,” a large-scale program that turns hundreds of kids into authentic scientists.

⭐ Ariel Raymond (Pasadena, CA): With a background in Geology and experience at the American Museum of Natural History, Ariel specializes in making science tangible. Her work bridges the gap between the classroom and real-world scientific institutions like the La Brea Tar Pits and Caltech.

Alongside our Senior Director of Education, Shannon Behrman, this powerhouse team will share observational strategies that encourage deeper inquiry and critical thinking for grades 3-12.

📅 Mark Your Calendar: Thursday 4/16 from 2:20–3:20 PM in Room 161, North Building

Add Workshop to Your #NSTA Conference Agenda: https://lc.cx/dX4MWY

See you in Anaheim! Don’t forget to stop by Booth 677 in the Expo Hall to grab a snack and learn more about our free resources.

#NSTA2026 #ScienceEducation #STEMTeaching #InquiryBasedLearning #ScienceTeacher

Don’t miss our featured workshop at the National Science Teaching Association’s annual conference on Thursday 4/16 — Observation as a Superpower: A Workshop to Inspire Curiosity, Inquiry, and Critical Thinking in Your Students. 🔍

In the midst of the daily rush, take a moment to rediscover the joy of looking closely. Join us for an interactive professional development workshop centered on one of science’s most fundamental practices: observation.

We are so excited to have three educator superstars co-leading the session:

⭐ Brittany Beck (Brooklyn, NY): The 2025 Sloan STEM Teacher of the Year, Brittany integrates storytelling and narrative structure into student-driven research, empowering learners to engage in authentic scientific practices alongside working scientists.

⭐ Susan Bartol (Montclair, NJ): A Wipro Science Education Fellow with 20+ years of experience, Susan is a master at making science immersive for elementary students. She’s the force behind “Science Day,” a large-scale program that turns hundreds of kids into authentic scientists.

⭐ Ariel Raymond (Pasadena, CA): With a background in Geology and experience at the American Museum of Natural History, Ariel specializes in making science tangible. Her work bridges the gap between the classroom and real-world scientific institutions like the La Brea Tar Pits and Caltech.

Alongside our Senior Director of Education, Shannon Behrman, this powerhouse team will share observational strategies that encourage deeper inquiry and critical thinking for grades 3-12.

📅 Mark Your Calendar: Thursday 4/16 from 2:20–3:20 PM in Room 161, North Building

Add Workshop to Your #NSTA Conference Agenda: https://lc.cx/dX4MWY

See you in Anaheim! Don’t forget to stop by Booth 677 in the Expo Hall to grab a snack and learn more about our free resources.

#NSTA2026 #ScienceEducation #STEMTeaching #InquiryBasedLearning #ScienceTeacher

🌴 SCL is heading back to #NSTA2026!

We are so excited to be returning to #NSTA in just two weeks! We can’t wait to reconnect with the science education community in Anaheim and share what we’ve been working on since we last saw you in Philly.

📍 Visit Us at Booth #677

We will be at our booth throughout the conference! Come say hello, pick up snacks, and discover innovative ways to bring science stories to life. Learn how to access our free lessons and resources designed to support your classroom and engage your students with human stories of science.

🔎 Don’t Miss Our Featured Workshop: Observation as a Superpower

In the midst of the conference rush, take a moment to rediscover the joy of looking closely. This interactive session features our new documentary, OBSERVER, which we debuted at NSTA last year, and offers hands-on observational strategies you can take directly back to your classroom to inspire curiosity, inquiry, and critical thinking in your students. Furthermore, the film is FREE for educators to use!

* When: Thursday, April 16 from 2:20–3:20 PM
* Where: Anaheim Convention Center – Room 161, North Building
* Grade Levels: 3-12

ℹ️ Details on our website: https://lnkd.in/gU9zhj9Z

See you in two weeks at Booth #677! 🎉

#STEMEducation #ScienceTeachers #ProfessionalDevelopment #Observation #FreeResources

🌴 SCL is heading back to #NSTA2026!

We are so excited to be returning to #NSTA in just two weeks! We can’t wait to reconnect with the science education community in Anaheim and share what we’ve been working on since we last saw you in Philly.

📍 Visit Us at Booth #677

We will be at our booth throughout the conference! Come say hello, pick up snacks, and discover innovative ways to bring science stories to life. Learn how to access our free lessons and resources designed to support your classroom and engage your students with human stories of science.

🔎 Don’t Miss Our Featured Workshop: Observation as a Superpower

In the midst of the conference rush, take a moment to rediscover the joy of looking closely. This interactive session features our new documentary, OBSERVER, which we debuted at NSTA last year, and offers hands-on observational strategies you can take directly back to your classroom to inspire curiosity, inquiry, and critical thinking in your students. Furthermore, the film is FREE for educators to use!

* When: Thursday, April 16 from 2:20–3:20 PM
* Where: Anaheim Convention Center – Room 161, North Building
* Grade Levels: 3-12

ℹ️ Details on our website: https://lnkd.in/gU9zhj9Z

See you in two weeks at Booth #677! 🎉

#STEMEducation #ScienceTeachers #ProfessionalDevelopment #Observation #FreeResources

iBiology Courses Update: Canvas Free-for-Teacher Discontinued
iBiology Courses Update: Canvas Free-for-Teacher Discontinued

How to access our course content in light of Canvas Free-for-Teacher being discontinued by Instructure

NSTA 2026 Recap
NSTA 2026 Recap

Highlights from our time in Anaheim with our current and former SCL Ambassadors

3D Print Your Own OBSERVER Red Square
3D Print Your Own OBSERVER Red Square

Download the free STL file and print your own red square to pair with an observation activity or lesson plan!

Now Recruiting SFUSD Secondary Science Teachers!
Now Recruiting SFUSD Secondary Science Teachers!

Apply by May 15, 2026

Meet Our 2026 SCL Educator Ambassadors!
Meet Our 2026 SCL Educator Ambassadors!

From California to Puerto Rico, these 13 teacher-leaders are transforming science learning through storytelling.

Educator Spotlight: Susan Bartol’s Science Day
Educator Spotlight: Susan Bartol’s Science Day

How one educator united university scientists, high school mentors, and district faculty to immerse 425 students in the power of observation

SCL Ambassadors in Action: Highlights from NABT 2025
SCL Ambassadors in Action: Highlights from NABT 2025

Our Ambassadors brought science to life through story-driven lessons that inspire curiosity and connection.

Free OBSERVER Film Access for Educators
Free OBSERVER Film Access for Educators

Bring the power of observation to your classroom!

Give Students a Science Superpower!
Give Students a Science Superpower!

Science educator Elizabeth Coscia recaps her experience at our Observation as a Superpower PD workshop

Introducing the SCL Educator Ambassador Program
Introducing the SCL Educator Ambassador Program

A national initiative to enrich science teaching and learning through storytelling.

From Red Carpet to Red Squares: OBSERVER Film Premiere Wows Educators at NSTA
From Red Carpet to Red Squares: OBSERVER Film Premiere Wows Educators at NSTA

With its iconic red square and focus on the power of observation, the film offers a compelling new resource for NGSS-aligned science teaching.

Celebrating Science Educators: A Night of Film, Conversation, and Community
Celebrating Science Educators: A Night of Film, Conversation, and Community

Recap of our East Bay Educator Event produced in partnership with Charity Frempomaa, a high school dean and science teacher at Head-Royce School

NABT Conference Recap, Plus Our New Ambassador Initiative and New Website!
NABT Conference Recap, Plus Our New Ambassador Initiative and New Website!

Introducing KinesinLMS!
Introducing KinesinLMS!

A free and nimble open source platform for online courses

New Research on Storytelling in Science Films
New Research on Storytelling in Science Films

Read our open access paper in Science Communication on narrative engagement with our films

The Science Communication Lab and iBiology Lectures
The Science Communication Lab and iBiology Lectures

A Letter from Executive Director, Sarah Goodwin

SABER 2024 Reflections
SABER 2024 Reflections

Finding Passion, Community, and Connection

Join us for the World Premiere of COMING HOME this Thursday!
Join us for the World Premiere of COMING HOME this Thursday!

Letter from Director & Producer Dr. Mónica Feliú Mójer

Interview with Adam Kleinschmit
Interview with Adam Kleinschmit

Creator of "The Most Beautiful Experiment" educator resources

Interview with Margaret Lee
Interview with Margaret Lee

Creator of "Electric Microbes" educator resources

Interview with Marina Ellefson
Interview with Marina Ellefson

Creator of "Good Chemistry" educator resources

From Bedside to Bench: A Training Collaboration with the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub
From Bedside to Bench: A Training Collaboration with the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub