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Planning Three-Dimensional Instruction

Knowing that content material is most engaging when students can relate to it, I always begin my year with a student survey. The questions are designe...

By Cindy Workosky

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Blog Post

How I Came to Understand the Three Dimensions

When I first started teaching science, I taught the facts. I taught the nine planets (before Pluto got demoted; sorry, Pluto!), the steps of mitosis, ...

By Cindy Workosky

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Class Pack

The Inventor's Secret ClassPack: Grades 3-5

Based on the award-winning, best-selling Picture-Perfect Science Lessons series, this ClassPack pairs effortlessly with the Picture-Perfect Science "T...

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NSTA Press Book

Perspectives on Science Education. A Leadership Seminar

This book delivers what the title promises: perspectives on leadership and science education, presented in the form of a stimulating seminar. Authors...

By Rodger Bybee, Stephen Pruitt

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NSTA Press Book

Dive In! Immersion in Science Practices for High School Students

What is it really like to plunge into the world of science learning and teaching? Find out in this unique book. Dive In! grew out of a teacher–scien...

By Karen J. Graham, Lara M. Gengarelly, Barbara A. Hopkins, Melissa A. Lombard

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Journal Article

Science 101: Why Does It Take Longer to Boil Potatoes at High Altitudes?

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue looks at why water boils at different temperatures a...

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Journal Article

Science 101: Does the Weather Affect Your Body?

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue focuses on three major weather factors and how they ...

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Journal Article

Science 101: Why Do We Only See One Side of the Moon?

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue discusses the rotation of the moon....

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Journal Article

Methods and Strategies: Science Notebooks as Learning Tools

This column provides ideas and techniques to enhance your science teaching. Lessons from a multi-year professional study group offer insights on getti...

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