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Written for teachers of grade levels K-2, Teaching Emerging Scientists: Fostering Scientific Inquiry with Diverse Learners in Grades K-2 assists in developing, implementing and evaluating inquiry-based science teaching and improving young children's science learning.
Written for teachers of grade levels K-2, Teaching Emerging Scientists: Fostering Scientific Inquiry with Diverse Learners in Grades K-2 assists in developing, implementing and evaluating inquiry-based science teaching and improving young children's science learning.
This lively book proves that an animal can do all kinds of things! It encourages children to notice the characteristics and behavior of a world of different creatures: from gnawing, swimming beavers to spinning, climbing spiders to hopping, baby-toting kangaroos. What Can an Animal Do? is a lively introduction to observing, comparing, and describing—all things budding scientists can do, too.
This lively book proves that an animal can do all kinds of things! It encourages children to notice the characteristics and behavior of a world of different creatures: from gnawing, swimming beavers to spinning, climbing spiders to hopping, baby-toting kangaroos. What Can an Animal Do? is a lively introduction to observing, comparing, and describing—all things budding scientists can do, too.

Web Seminar: NSTA Science Update: Professional Learning Opportunities at NSTA, August 27, 2019

Teachers attending workshopJoin us on Tuesday, August 27, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm Eastern time and learn about upcoming onsite/online professional learning opportunities available via NSTA.

Teachers attending workshopJoin us on Tuesday, August 27, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm Eastern time and learn about upcoming onsite/online professional learning opportunities available via NSTA.

Teachers attending workshopJoin us on Tuesday, August 27, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm Eastern time and learn about upcoming onsite/online professional learning opportunities available via NSTA.

Teachers attending workshopJoin us on Tuesday, August 27, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm Eastern time and learn about upcoming onsite/online professional learning opportunities available via NSTA.

Web Seminar: Developing a Competitive Teacher Award Application, November 6, 2019

Join us on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET, to learn how you can win up to $10,000 for your outstanding work as a science educator. The presenter will discuss the application process for 2019–20 academic year, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to win prize money, materials, and equipment for your classroom!

Join us on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET, to learn how you can win up to $10,000 for your outstanding work as a science educator. The presenter will discuss the application process for 2019–20 academic year, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to win prize money, materials, and equipment for your classroom!

Join us on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET, to learn how you can win up to $10,000 for your outstanding work as a science educator. The presenter will discuss the application process for 2019–20 academic year, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to win prize money, materials, and equipment for your classroom!

Join us on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET, to learn how you can win up to $10,000 for your outstanding work as a science educator. The presenter will discuss the application process for 2019–20 academic year, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to win prize money, materials, and equipment for your classroom!

Web Seminar: Developing a Competitive Application for the Shell Science Lab Challenge, November 21, 2019

Join us on Thursday, November 21, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn how you can win a $20,000 lab makeover for your school. The presenter will discuss the application process for 2019-20, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to win one of 18 lab makeover and professional development support packages.

Join us on Thursday, November 21, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn how you can win a $20,000 lab makeover for your school. The presenter will discuss the application process for 2019-20, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to win one of 18 lab makeover and professional development support packages.

Join us on Thursday, November 21, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn how you can win a $20,000 lab makeover for your school. The presenter will discuss the application process for 2019-20, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to win one of 18 lab makeover and professional development support packages.

Join us on Thursday, November 21, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn how you can win a $20,000 lab makeover for your school. The presenter will discuss the application process for 2019-20, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to win one of 18 lab makeover and professional development support packages.

Web Seminar: Leaders for Science Education: Preparing an Application for the NSTA Board and Council, September 17, 2019

Join us on Tuesday, September 17, 2018, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn all about the application process for the NSTA Board and Council.  NSTA relies on its membership of dedicated science educators to serve in leadership positions and help advance the association’s mission "to promote excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all." Find out how you can share your talents by applying for a nomination to the NSTA Board or Council.

Join us on Tuesday, September 17, 2018, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn all about the application process for the NSTA Board and Council.  NSTA relies on its membership of dedicated science educators to serve in leadership positions and help advance the association’s mission "to promote excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all." Find out how you can share your talents by applying for a nomination to the NSTA Board or Council.

Join us on Tuesday, September 17, 2018, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn all about the application process for the NSTA Board and Council.  NSTA relies on its membership of dedicated science educators to serve in leadership positions and help advance the association’s mission "to promote excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all." Find out how you can share your talents by applying for a nomination to the NSTA Board or Council.

Join us on Tuesday, September 17, 2018, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn all about the application process for the NSTA Board and Council.  NSTA relies on its membership of dedicated science educators to serve in leadership positions and help advance the association’s mission "to promote excellence and innovation in science teaching and learning for all." Find out how you can share your talents by applying for a nomination to the NSTA Board or Council.

Web Seminar: Developing a Competitive Application for the Shell Science Teaching Award, October 29, 2019

Join us on Tuesday, October 29, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn how you can win $10,000 for your outstanding work as a science educator. The presenter will discuss the application process for the 2019–2020 academic year, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to join the $10,000 club!

Join us on Tuesday, October 29, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn how you can win $10,000 for your outstanding work as a science educator. The presenter will discuss the application process for the 2019–2020 academic year, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to join the $10,000 club!

Join us on Tuesday, October 29, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn how you can win $10,000 for your outstanding work as a science educator. The presenter will discuss the application process for the 2019–2020 academic year, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to join the $10,000 club!

Join us on Tuesday, October 29, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm ET to learn how you can win $10,000 for your outstanding work as a science educator. The presenter will discuss the application process for the 2019–2020 academic year, share insight into completing your application, and provide tips for strengthening your submission for a chance to join the $10,000 club!

Web Seminar: NSTA Science Update: Exploring Earth's Final Frontier: The Deep Sea, October 17, 2019

deep sea imageJoin us on Thursday, October 17, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm Eastern time to learn about the Deep Sea.

deep sea imageJoin us on Thursday, October 17, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm Eastern time to learn about the Deep Sea.

deep sea imageJoin us on Thursday, October 17, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm Eastern time to learn about the Deep Sea.

deep sea imageJoin us on Thursday, October 17, from 7:00 – 8:00 pm Eastern time to learn about the Deep Sea.

Online Courses: AMNH Seminars on Science: The Ocean System

Integrated Science

How does the ocean system shape the planet, regulate climate, and support life?

Integrated Science

How does the ocean system shape the planet, regulate climate, and support life?

Integrated Science

How does the ocean system shape the planet, regulate climate, and support life?

Online Courses: AMNH Seminars on Science: Space, Time, and Motion

Physical Science

How did the universe come into being, and why does it behave the way it does? This course uses Einstein’s work to delve into the properties of motion, time, space, matter, and energy.

Physical Science

How did the universe come into being, and why does it behave the way it does? This course uses Einstein’s work to delve into the properties of motion, time, space, matter, and energy.

Physical Science

How did the universe come into being, and why does it behave the way it does? This course uses Einstein’s work to delve into the properties of motion, time, space, matter, and energy.

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