Elementary Resources

A solid foundation of science education in grades K-5 is essential. Instilling a wonder and enthusiasm for science, as well as addressing the critical need for a well-informed citizenry is crucial during this time.

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Activating Learning with Phenomena

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Uncovering Earth’s History, One Sample at a Time

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Advocating for Science from Within the Classroom

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Phenomena-driven Science Instruction

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Bestselling Elementary books

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Activating Students' Ideas: Linking Formative Assessment Probes to Instructional Sequence, K-5

Science teachers face an incredible challenging task of combining research on how students learn best, the three-dimensions of the Science Education F...

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Universal Design for Learning Science: Reframing Elementary Instruction in Physical Science

New in 2020! Download and read a sample chapter from this book to learn more.Here’s good news: With this practical book, you can learn from experien...

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The NSTA Atlas of the Three Dimensions

New in 2020! Download and read a sample chapter from this book to learn more.A key aspect of learning in K–12 education is the idea that what studen...

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It's Still Debatable! Using Socioscientific Issues to Develop Scientific Literacy, K–5

It’s Still Debatable! encourages scientific literacy by showing you how to teach the content and thinking skills K–5 students need to explore real...

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, November 19, 2024

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, November 12, 2024

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Science Update: The Wonderful World of Plasma Physics: From the Birth of Stars to Building Cell Phones, February 20, 2025

Join us on Thursday, February 20, 2025, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about plasma physics and its applications. What is inside our sun and&nb...

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, November 5, 2024

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, October 29, 2024

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, October 22, 2024

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Freebies and Opportunities for Science and STEM Teachers, October 15, 2024

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Web Seminar: WI25: Lab Safety Considerations for Pre-Service Elementary Science/STEM Teachers, February 24, 2025

Elementary Pre-service Teachers! Join us on Monday, February 24, 2025, from 7:00 – 8:15 PM ET to learn about safety considerations for the eleme...

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NSTA/ASTE Web Seminar: Engaging Early Learners: A Look into High Quality Education in Early Childhood, November 20, 2024

Join us on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, at the intersection of research and practice as we engage in a conversation about...