The Bluebonnet Literacy-Science Lab for Grades 3-5
This workshop is designed to dismantle the wall between the "Reading Block" and the "Science Lab." By using the Bluebonnet Learning K–5 English Language Arts and Reading (ELAR) as the foundation, teachers will ensure that students aren't just reading for fluency, but are building the high-level background knowledge required for complex scientific inquiry. The goal is to synchronize 3rd–5th grade RLA reading passages with Science hands-on investigations to boost both literacy scores, scientific mastery, and higher order thinking. This allows the RLA teacher to build the "schema" (background knowledge) so the Science teacher can focus on the "application" (the lab).
Special instructions
Bring a charged device, your Bluebonnet Curriculum, and any ideas you would like to share. This will be a collaboration day with hands-on activities to make Bluebonnet come alive! This will be hosted at the SPARK Science Center located at 1620 S. 3rd St.
Presenter(s)
Shana Hrbacek
Accomodations
Please notify the ESC Contact listed below if you have a specific accommodation request.
ESC contact
Shana Hrbacek
ESC contact email
shrbacek@esc14.net
Location
Offsite
Room(s)
Date(s)
July 20, 2026
Time
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Registration deadline
July 18, 2026 9:00 AM
Registering with purchase orders
If registering with a purchase order, you must first submit your purchase order to Region 14 at: pitstopadmin@esc14.net.
A confirmation email will be sent once the purchase order is processed (generally within 4 business hours), and you will be able to complete your registration.
An invoice will be issued after the session is completed.
Cancellation deadline
You may cancel this registration anytime before the end of business on July 15, 2026.
No refunds will be given after this date.
Fees
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CPE Credit
6.0Counts for Gifted/Talented Update Credit
Subject(s)
ELA/Reading, Gifted/Talented, Science
Grade(s)
3, 4, 5
Audience(s)
Teachers, Curriculum Staff, Elementary Teachers
Objective(s)
1.1, 1.2, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.4
Note
Please make other arrangements for non-participants - including children.