Elementary Book Chat 2/19/2026

Join UtSTA for a one hour virtual event with Cynthia Lloyd

One Tiny Turtle by Nicola Davies

Explore an integrated STEM and language arts lesson with One Tiny Turtle by Nicola Davies! Participants will engage in a lesson blending story and facts about the life of a loggerhead sea turtle, including its growth, survival, and the dangers its hatchlings face, while participating in reading, writing, mapping, calculating, digital tools, and a collaborative STEM project to protect ocean habitats and ecosystems.

Objective: Our goal is to demonstrate how literature can be used as a catalyst for developing analytical writing skills within the context of scientific inquiry. By using selected books as mentor texts, this session will guide teachers in initiating and enhancing students' analytical writing abilities, intertwined with scientific practices. The focus will be on leveraging inquiry-based writing exercises to achieve proficiency in the writing standards.

When you register, please enter your CACTUS number if you would like to receive one relicensure point.

Attendees will receive a free copy of one book! FREE 

Nonmembers cost is $35.00 to register.

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