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Peer reviewedReecer, Marcia – Science and Children, 1987
Reviews exemplary examples of science programs and curricula. Cites and describes programs identified as noteworthy in: "The Search for Excellence in Science Education"; "National Diffusion Network"; "National Science Resources Center"; and "National Science Foundation." (ML)
Descriptors: Demonstration Programs, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Federal Programs
Scheffler, Winnie – American Education, 1980
A widely adopted National Diffusion Network program, Diagnostic Prescriptive Arithmetic, teaches elementary arithmetic skills through games and other concept-building activities. Practical math applications and problem-solving techniques are emphasized. (SK)
Descriptors: Arithmetic, Concept Teaching, Demonstration Programs, Educational Games
Download full textAppel, Gary; And Others – 1982
This guide for starting a school garden is Book One in Project Life Lab's (Santa Cruz, California) three-part curriculum for a garden-based science and nutrition program for grades 2-6. The curriculum is designed for use as an integrated program, but the books can be used independently. It is suggested that the use of student journals can greatly…
Descriptors: Demonstration Programs, Discovery Learning, Elementary Education, Environmental Education
Penick, John E., Ed.; Bame, Mitzi, Ed. – 1988
In this report, the search is continued for exemplary elementary science programs. Included is a chapter explaining the excellence in elementary science concept which touches upon: (1) goals; (2) characteristics of an ideal curriculum; (3) resources and materials; (4) administrative leadership; (5) classroom environment; and (6) program…
Descriptors: Demonstration Programs, Elementary Education, Elementary School Curriculum, Elementary School Science
Appel, Gary; And Others – 1982
This guide for teaching nutrition is Book Three in Project Life Lab's (Santa Cruz, California) three-part curriculum for a garden-based science and nutrition program for grades 2-6. The curriculum is designed for use as an integrated program, but the books can be used independently. It is suggested that the use of student journals can greatly…
Descriptors: Activity Units, Consumer Education, Cooking Instruction, Demonstration Programs
Appel, Gary; And Others – 1982
This guide for teaching science is Book Two in Project Life Lab's (Santa Cruz, California) three-part curriculum for a garden-based science and nutrition program for grades 2-6. The curriculum is designed for use as an integrated program, but the books can be used independently. It is suggested that the use of student journals can greatly enhance…
Descriptors: Communication Skills, Conservation Education, Demonstration Programs, Discovery Learning
