Hi friends! 👋 I’m Lorena, creator of Texas Teacher Techniques, and I’m thrilled you’re here. This space is for Texas elementary teachers (and anyone who loves great science!) to swap ideas, grab TEKS-aligned resources, and grow together. Here’s what you’ll find: - 🧪 TEKS Science Resources – ready-to-use lesson plans, activities, journals, puzzles, and test-prep. - 🌎 Phenomenon-Based Learning & Problem Based Learning ideas– to spark curiosity in every lesson - 📚 Teacher PD & Tips – quick wins for planning, engagement, and differentiation 💡 Jump in! - Introduce yourself in the comments: grade level, favorite science topic, or your best classroom hack. - Tell me what you’d love to see next (printables, PD mini-sessions, live Q&As). About Me I’m an educator, curriculum developer, and doctoral student focused on science curriculum. My dissertation topic is: AI as a pedagogical partner for planning, teaching, and differentiation in an elementary science classroom. Through Texas Teacher Techniques, I create TEKS-aligned resources, especially science and math, plus professional development tools to help teachers save time and spark student curiosity. Let’s build a community where Texas elementary teachers feel supported, inspired, and TEKS-ready. 🚀 Welcome aboard!