From the Editor's Desk: Earth: The Ultimate Recycler

Journal Article | August 2018

Science Scope’s editor shares thoughts regarding the current issue.

Scope on the Skies: Timely Motions of the Earth and Moon

Journal Article | December 2017

This column focuses on astronomy throughout the year. During the first few days of January, the Earth reaches perihelion, the closest it will come to the Sun each year. The Earth’s perihelion does not occur on the same…

Teaching Through Trade Books: Humans and the Earth

Journal Article | February 2016

This column includes activities inspired by children’s literature. Elementary students are beginning to understand the Earth’s natural processes and humans’ impact on the Earth. Humans need the natural resources that…

Science 2.0: Dynamic Lessons With Google Earth

Journal Article | November 2011

This column shares web tools that support learning. This month’s issue discusses the "layers" feature of Google Earth.

Editor's Note: Earth Day—Then and Now

Journal Article | February 2012

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

Modeling Success during Earth Science Week

Journal Article | August 1999

If your students are going to learn about scientific inquiry and the nature of science, you must be explicit, or purposeful, in your planning, presentation, and assessment of these concepts. The activity and details…

Idea Bank: Sun's Rays Strike Earth

Journal Article | January 2000

The Idea Bank provides tips and techniques for creative teaching, in about 1,000 words. This month’s Idea Bank features tips for explaining the angle at which the Sun's rays strike the Earth's surface.