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Weiss, Tarin Harrar – Science and Children, 2013
Of the eight scientific practices highlighted in "A Framework for K-12 Science Education: Practices, Crosscutting Concepts, and Core Ideas," the first is for students to develop abilities to ask questions and define problems (NRC 2012). Constructing a range of questions about an object or phenomenon validates not only what students have…
Descriptors: Questioning Techniques, Scientific Concepts, Scientific Literacy, Teaching Methods
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Verma, Surjit – Science and Children, 1994
Describes the creation and use of a science magazine, "Science Stew," that circulates among 17,000 elementary students and 900 teachers in a school district in Nova Scotia. The magazine highlights the wide variety of science that occurs in the district and provides opportunities for students and teachers to experience, discuss, and write about…
Descriptors: Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, School Publications, Science Activities
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Reif, Richard J.; Rauch, Kristin – Science and Children, 1994
Making books is a creative and enjoyable way to integrate science with other subjects, to extend learning, and to make science relevant to children's lives. Presents successful book-making techniques and procedures. (PR)
Descriptors: Books, Elementary Education, Elementary School Science, Learning Activities