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Journal Article
This selection includes thoughts from the Field Editor of Science and Children related to better organization. Some of the suggestions in this issue are not intended for a single teacher but, a single teacher may lead the charge. ...
Journal Article
Is a Materials Resource Center Right for You?
Well run science materials centers can be a vital part of an exemplary science instruction program. The author introduces the “Five Ss” of successful materials support—Service, Space, Staff, Stuff, and Savings—and encourages administrators an...
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Teaching Through Trade Books: Meet the Decomposers
This month's Teaching Through Trade Books column focuses on three books about decomposers: Compost Critters, A Pill Bug’s Life, and A Slug's Life. Activities for grades K-3 and 4-6 help children learn about animals’ basic needs and the process of...
Journal Article
Home Connections: 'Round and 'Round
Summer is coming. Hot weather means sandals, ice cream, pool parties, and occasionally really large thunderstorms. Sometimes really powerful thunderstorms produce tornadoes. Tornadoes are the most violent kind of storm and can be extremely dangero...
Journal Article
In this article, Mount Washington Observatory meteorologist Tim Markle shares the ins and outs of his daily weather-observing routine and offers insights on making weather observations at home or at school....
Journal Article
Wherever you live, the weather provides a backdrop for studying science, and weather patterns play a critical role in our daily lives. They can determine everything from indoor recess to global economic patterns. This selection includes notes from ...
Journal Article
Science 101: What happens in a thunderstorm?
A thunderstorm is a localized storm accompanied by lightning and thunder. It may also have gusty winds and often brings heavy rain. Some thunderstorms also bring tornadoes and/or hail. In this selection a meteorologist provides the basics behind s...