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 MENTORING MOMENT WITH JUDY HIGGINS, TEACHER DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

# Download Key Thinking Moves for Next Generation Science K-8

Have you ever asked a student to "think" and received a frustrated or blank expression in reply? 

You can create engaging opportunities to master new concepts and shift the cognitive load to students, with a list of key Thinking Moves.  

This download will help you direct students focus on what you mean by “think”: 

- Using the 8 Thinking Moves 

**By completing this form, you’ll receive a free Thinking Moves download with eight moves to try in your classroom.  **

### Download 8 Key Thinking Moves Here (It's Free):

You’re also invited to join us for a [free 30-minute webinar](https://www.knowatom.com/using-thinking-moves-to-reach-deeper-scientific-understanding) to learn more about: 

- how each thinking move supports the development of student understanding  
- how to embed Thinking Moves into your classroom routines 

 

**If you want to go deeper with this resource, [sign up](https://www.knowatom.com/using-thinking-moves-to-reach-deeper-scientific-understanding) to join us for a free 30-minute PD session where we'll focus on how you can use these 8 focused thinking moves to teach for a deeper understanding of the standards. **

### Download 8 Key Thinking Moves Here (It's Free):

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