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The <i>Right</i> Kind of Questions

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The <i>Right</i> Kind of Questions

A fourth-grade 5E unit on electrical circuits fosters integration of practices with content learning....

Writing Like a Scientist

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Writing Like a Scientist

Using science notebooks to scaffold writing for first-grade students...

Editorial: Assessment: Take a Deeper Dive

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Editorial: Assessment: Take a Deeper Dive

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

Early Years: A Lesson on Living Organisms

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Early Years: A Lesson on Living Organisms

This column discusses resources and science topics related to students in grades preK to 2. This issue presents a lesson on living organisms....

Early Childhood Resources Review: The Young Artist as Scientist: What Can Leonardo Teach Us?

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Early Childhood Resources Review: The Young Artist as Scientist: What Can Leonardo Teach Us?

This column evaluates elementary science resources. This issue focuses on the role of art in science....

The Poetry of Science: Poetry, Puppies, and Results

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The Poetry of Science: Poetry, Puppies, and Results

Building literacy in playful, meaningful ways....

Teaching Through Trade Books: Animals Help With Engineering

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Teaching Through Trade Books: Animals Help With Engineering

This column includes activities inspired by children’s literature. This issue focuses on engineering....

Engineering Encounters: Sinking and Floating 2.0

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Engineering Encounters: Sinking and Floating 2.0

Using 3D printers to excite children in aftercare about science and engineering...

Science 101: What are some common misconceptions to be aware of when teaching about astronomy?

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Science 101: What are some common misconceptions to be aware of when teaching about astronomy?

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This issue focuses on misconceptions with astronomy. ...

Teaching Teachers: Discourse Tools Amplify Students’ Ideas and Build Knowledge

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Teaching Teachers: Discourse Tools Amplify Students’ Ideas and Build Knowledge

This column enhances the repertoire of preservice and inservice teachers....

Guest Editorial: Formative Assessment in the Science Classroom: What It Is and What It Is Not

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Guest Editorial: Formative Assessment in the Science Classroom: What It Is and What It Is Not

An opinion column about formative assessment....

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