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Journal Article

London Bridge is falling down, falling down...Can you finish the song? Although there are various stories that suggest the meaning of this famous nur...

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Timing is Everything

Kids today are growing up with televisions, movies, videos, and DVDs, so it's logical to assume that this type of media could be motivating and used t...

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Outdoor Classrooms -- Planning Makes Perfect

Schoolyard wildlife habitats aren't just for beauty and fun--they are outdoor classrooms where real science learning takes place. Schoolyard habitat ...

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Say Cheese! Digital Collections in the Classroom

Children love gadgets. And what better "gadget" to work with in the classroom than a digital camera? Digital cameras are easy to find, easy to use, ...

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Science 101: What Causes Lightning and Thunder?

The mechanism that leads to lightning is complicated and not well understood. That it's not well understood isn't surprising, as this is often the ca...

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Methods and Strategies: Getting Creative With Assessments

There are many creative ways to assess student science learning beyond traditional paper and pencil tests. Interviews, focus groups, surveys, card so...