Editor's Roundtable: Rock-Solid Standards

Journal Article | November 2012

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

Blue Solids, Red Liquids, and Yellow Gases

Journal Article | January 2000

During this eye-opening unit, students create visual representations of some very abstract concepts, and in the process eliminate many of their misconceptions about matter. All you need are some colored pencils and…

Safer Science: Geology—Rock Solid Safety

Journal Article | February 2008

Although perceived as having a lower level of safety issues compared to chemistry or biology laboratories, Earth-space science and geology classes have their share of challenges. In fact, a number of safety concerns…

Formative Assessment Probes: Is It a Solid? Claim Cards and Argumentation

Journal Article | June 2013

This column focuses on promoting learning through assessment. This month’s issue discusses students' ideas about solids and the macroscopic properties they use to decide whether a material is a solid.

Science 101: What Is the Difference Between Solids and Liquids?

Journal Article | June 2013

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue discusses the definitions of solids and liquids.

Teaching through Trade Books: Rock Solid Science

Journal Article | November 2006

Children are naturally curious about the world around them, including the rocks beneath their feet. By observing, describing, and sorting a variety of rocks, students can discover that rocks have certain physical…

Solid lessons, fluid performance

Blog Post | August 2019

What are some fun, engaging hands-on activities or demonstrations about the three states of matter for a third grade class? —B., Tennessee I think that the best activities with the states of matter involve the…

National Conference on Science Education Philadelphia 2025 Housing

Page | October 2024

National Conference on Science Education Philadelphia 2025 Housing We hope you enjoy your stay in PhiladelphiaPlease note that NSTA will not provide shuttle service between conference hotels and the convention center.  Hotel Reservations  You must make your hotel…

Exploring the properties of liquid, and solid, water

Blog Post | May 2014

Photo by Em Parkinson. Exploring ice is an activity that children find interesting all year round. I remember the thin sheets of ice that would form in winter at what was usually the surface of a puddle in the…