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Safety Resources for Elementary Schools
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Safety Resources for Elementary Schools American Association of Poison Control Centers (AAPCC) Call the Poison Control Help line at 1-800-222-1222 or visit PoisonHelp.org. American Chemical Society (ACS) Safety in the Elementary (K–6) Classroom (PDF) Milli's Safety Tips for Children (PDF) Council of State…
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Innovation and progress in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) workforce is critical to the growth of the United States in the global economy (NRC 2007). Men are more likely to pursue a degree in STEM…
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Exploring Sound! Using Tablets in Middle School Science
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Use mini–learning cycle activities to explore the properties of waves and sound.
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Innovative Composite Research Modeled in the Middle School Classroom
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Engage in an engineering activity to help students understand the work of engineers and the links between engineering and science.
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Multimedia Connected STEM Learning With Middle School Students
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Find out how Denver middle school students practiced digital storytelling as they delved deeply into STEM topics that interested them. Since only approximately 10% of elementary students regularly engage in…
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A Model of the INEEL Science and Engineering Expo for Middle Schools
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The Idaho National Engineering and Environmental Laboratory (INEEL) created a high-impact, inquiry-based science and engineering expo that engages students in learning and exploring science, mathematics, engineering,…
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En “light” ening Geometry for Middle School Students
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Many science topics can naturally be integrated with a variety of mathematical concepts, including the study of light and optics. In the hands-on activities described here, students explore the properties of light…
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Commentary: Working With Elementary and Middle School Science Teachers
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Have you ever seen a fellow high school science teacher throw up his or her hands and say, “What are they teaching kids in elementary- and middle-level science?” Perhaps rather than pointing fingers, we should be…
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After the Bell - The middle school connection: Fostering alliances with parents
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What is the number one fear of most teachers? According to national polls, it's talking to parents! Because parental involvement is a key factor in a child's success, communication between teachers and parents is…