Skip to main content
 

Teaching Through Trade Books: Crazy for Loco Beans

Science and Children -- January 2006

Do you remember your amazement the first time you watched a Mexican jumping bean hop around in the palm of your hand? Investigating "jumping beans" is a unique way to get your students engaged in scientific inquiry. In this month's column, students investigate mystery objects (Mexican jumping bean seed pods) using a multicultural storybook and the 5E instructional model. A suggested lesson is included.
Asset 2