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STEM Tuesday– Mountains– Author Interview
March 24, 2026 by STEM Tuesday

Welcome to STEM Tuesday: Author Interview, a repeating feature for the last Tuesday of every month. Go Science-Tech-Engineering-Math! Today, we’re delighted to welcome Maxwell Eaton, author of Survival Scout: Lost in the Mountains⛰️(May 2023, Roaring Brook Press). This hilarious graphic novel features a strong female main character who has what it takes to survive. The book is a great choice for scouting groups, wilderness lovers, and readers who like a good laugh. About the book: Scout’s woe is your gain in the first of the SURVIVAL SCOUT graphic novel series, where Scout endures natural disasters so we don’t have to. Stay calm, and Scout it out 1) Take inventory of what you have 🔦🧭🧥🧦📿🧻🍪2) Find shelter⛺️3) Make a fire🔥4) Signal for help 🆘5) Secure water and food 💦🐟 Follow Scout’s trial through the mountains, as she explains how to survive if you ever find yourself lost in the wilderness. A perfect travel companion for those with a knack for adventure, or prone...
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STEM Tuesday– Mountains– Writing Tips & Resources
March 17, 2026 by STEM Tuesday

Welcome to Writing Tips and Resources! This month we’re talking about: Climbing the Mountain of Your Writing Project! Like a mountain, a writing project can be big, confusing, and hard to picture in its totality. Luckily, we can prepare to write just like we prepare to climb a mountain. Let’s work through these stages so you can approach your new project with confidence. [Photo by: Alpsdake (CC-BY-SA-3.0)] PREPARATION The work you do before you start a climb sets you up for success. In the same way, preparing before you write helps you succeed. [Photo by: NPS Photo/M.Reed, Public Domain] Some ways to prepare: Activity: Create an Outline for Your Writing There are many ways to plan out your writing project. Here are a few steps to consider: Book Recommendation: MOUNTAIN by Jason Bittel and Sandra Neuditschko offers inspiring photos and fascinating facts from diverse mountains around the globe. So many amazing...
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STEM Tuesday– Mountains– In the Classroom
March 10, 2026 by STEM Tuesday

This month’s theme brings mountains right into your classroom! How can students learn about these major landforms—the highest places on Earth? Here are a few ideas to try in the classroom let students climb their peaks by opening these books. At the Top of the World: The greatest mountains on Earth (and how to climb them) by Robin Jacobs and Ed J. Brown An engaging, beautifully illustrated guide to eight of Earth’s most iconic peaks, merging mountain geology, ecosystems, cultural stories, and climbing challenges. Accessible text explains routes, risks, gear, and knots with vibrant visuals that inspire curiosity and adventure. Perfect for young explorers and budding climbers alike. Activity Have students pick a peak and make an exciting travel poster or PowerPoint about it. Provide some inspiration, like these fun imaginary planetary travel posters from NASA: https://www.jpl.nasa.gov/galleries/visions-of-the-future/. Students should include an interesting slogan and some fun facts (even the...
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STEM Tuesday– Mountains– Book List
March 3, 2026 by STEM Tuesday

Mountains are some of the most awe-inspiring places on Earth, towering above clouds, shaped by volcanoes and glaciers, and home to incredible plants, animals, and people. From icy Himalayan peaks to rugged mountain ranges around the world, these powerful landscapes shape ecosystems and challenge explorers. The books below invite middle grade readers to discover the science, adventure, survival, and wonder found at the top of the world. Mountain: Go On a Grand Tour of the Highest Places on Earth by Jason Bittel and Sandra Neuditschko This browseable guide showcases mountain ranges, plateaus, volcanoes, and tepuis across the world. From the pink sand of Mount Roraima to the Himalayan glaciers, the book’s breathtaking landscapes and close-up photos of mountain-dwelling creatures highlight the geographic and ecological diversity of the planet’s mountains. There’s a Mountain in this Book by Rachel Elliott and Genevieve Lacroix With clever die-cut flaps and interactive...
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