Why potato chips don't get stale
Find out why potato chips are sold in puffy, foil-lined bags.
Evidence
Cobb's books teach children that real science is grounded in replicable evidence.
The secret life of cosmetics
How does science connect with our everyday lives? Cobb recalls the time she and a group of teachers explored the "kissability" of a set of lipsticks.
Simple experiments
You don't need dramatic liquid nitrogen displays to show kids how magical science can be. Cobb shares a simple experiment from her book "I Get Wet."
Observation and play
Cobb encourages kids to closely observe what's happening when they try an experiment. She also reminds us that play and imagination are at the core of discovery.
STEAM
Cobb talks about the common strand of creativity in science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math.
Sharing discoveries
Cobb gets as excited about scientific discoveries as kids do. She's able to share that enthusiasm for observation and learning through her books.
Writing like a scientist
The most important thing about writing like a scientist is that you have to describe behavior. You have to tell people how to do things!
Sharing successes
Learn how her students respond to the success of their peers.
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College application
Christine describes the ways she helps her students apply for college.
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