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Hopkins, Lee Bennett – Teacher, 1979
Discussed are several books suitable for use with elementary school students to help them conduct their own studies of animals, especially in regard to the way they communicate. (KC)
Descriptors: Animal Behavior, Bibliographies, Books, Childrens Literature
Peer reviewedNeie, Van E. – Science and Children, 1978
Explains that in teaching scientific concepts in the elementary school the focus should be on observations and inferences, that can be drawn only from observation, suitable to the childrens' mental maturity, and carried out in an environment that reinforces discovery learning. (GA)
Descriptors: Concept Teaching, Discovery Learning, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science
Peer reviewedPerkes, Victor A. – Science and Children, 1979
The value of involving children in experiencing environmental phenomena and observing living organisms is advocated. Suggestions are presented for offering a richer set of science experiences for children. (SA)
Descriptors: Discovery Learning, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Environmental Education
Olien, Rebecca – 1998
This book offers alternative approaches for local hiking events, such as creating extensive science, math or art projects, in order to energize a group of children. Chapter 1, "Getting Started," provides details on planning a hike, including getting supports, managing materials, setting the tone, questioning techniques, basic ecological…
Descriptors: Class Activities, Discovery Learning, Elementary Education, Environmental Education
Peer reviewedWilson, Ruth – Early Childhood Education Journal, 1995
Discusses environmental education, noting that teachers' science backgrounds are not nearly as important as their showing interest in children's experiences and discoveries, respect for environment, and encouragement of close observation of the world. Suggests that to help children understand and appreciate nature, teachers can focus on having…
Descriptors: Active Learning, Discovery Learning, Elementary Education, Environmental Education
Peer reviewedRuck, Carolyn; And Others – Science Activities, 1991
Demonstrations that can be used to lead students to wonder and write about basic scientific principles are presented. Each demonstration includes the concept demonstrated, a list of materials, and procedures. Concepts include density and temperature of liquids, contracting matter with heat, atmospheric pressure, dramatic color changes, fireproof…
Descriptors: Chemical Reactions, Chemistry, Creative Writing, Demonstrations (Educational)
Download full textApelman, Maja – 1977
In this paper the author relates her experiences as an advisor to elementary school teachers on the subject of building curriculum. The philosophy expressed in her narrative is that learning begins when children seek the answers to their own questions and that curriculum can be developed out of children's immediate environment. The teacher must…
Descriptors: Curriculum Development, Discovery Learning, Educational Environment, Educational Resources
