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Wacky Weather

An integrative science unit combines science content on severe weather with the engineering design process....

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Straw Rockets Are Out of This World

STEM activities for upper elementary students....

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Buoying Design Skills

Creative, inquiry-based lessons with buoys addressed STEM and science standards while promoting teamwork....

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Global STEM Navigators

Developing project-based learning experiences helps students direct their learning....

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Electromagnetic Induction

An inquiry investigation about electromagnetism helps students understand and use scientific and engineering practices....

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Measuring Success

Second graders design, build, test, and improve tools to map a waterway....

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Editor's Note: Engineering and Design

Science and Children’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue....

Elementary Engineering Learning Progression NGSS

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The Early Years: The STEM of Inquiry

This column discusses resources and science topics related to students in grades preK to 2. This month’s issue describes a STEM activity that includ...

Early Childhood Elementary Engineering STEM Disciplinary Core Ideas Inquiry Performance Expectations Teaching Strategies

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Guest Editorial: The Next Generation Science Standards and Engineering for Young Learners: Beyond Bridges and Egg Drops

An opinion piece that aims to engage elementary teachers with key engineering components in the NGSS, including conceptual shifts, disciplinary core i...

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Teaching Through Trade Books: Flying Machines

This column includes activities inspired by children’s literature. This month’s issue uses two fiction trade books to inspire students to design a...

Early Childhood Elementary Preschool 5E Instructional Materials

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Formative Assessment Probes: Pendulums and Crooked Swings: Connecting Science and Engineering

This column focuses on promoting learning through assessment. This month’s issue explores the complementary nature of science and engineering in the...