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Journal Article

Today, federal and state laws in the United States prohibit the killing of birds for their feathers, and similar legislation regulates the hunting of game birds. But despite these efforts, the relationship between birds and humans is strained, partic...

Journal Article

Life Cycle of a Pencil

Before you throw an object into the air, it is wise to remember that “What goes up must come down.” Similarly, before you throw an object away, you should recall that “mass cannot be created or destroyed during a chemical or physical reaction.�...

Journal Article

Springtime Flights of Fancy

Students of all ages are fascinated by space because it represents a mysterious frontier, and rockets excite students because they represent the means by which scientists learn about this frontier, through satellites or probes to other planets. Use t...

Journal Article

Engaging Science

One of your greatest challenges as a new teacher is learning how to engage your students. If students aren’t actively involved in the learning process, they cannot excel in the science classroom. This article presents some strategies for capturing ...

Journal Article

Making Your Science Program Work

Although improvisation is a skill that can be mastered, it does require a bit of patience and persistence, especially when you’re just starting out. The following article is designed to help new teachers make a smooth transition from the college en...