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Editor's Note: Earth's Place in the Universe—Understanding Develops Over Time

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

Elementary Astronomy Earth & Space Science Learning Progression NGSS

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Safer Science: Safety Acknowledgment Form for Earth and Space Science

This column provides best safety practices for the science classroom and laboratory. This month’s issue discusses why Earth and space science teache...

High School Earth & Space Science Labs Safety

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Editor's Note: Earth's Systems: Climate

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

Elementary Climate Change Earth & Space Science

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Science 101: What Are the Earth's Heating and Cooling Mechanisms?

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue discusses some of the mechanisms of Earth that are r...

Elementary Middle School Earth & Space Science Physical Science Professional Learning old

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Teacher's Toolkit: Bridging the Three Dimensions of the NGSS Using the Nature of Science

This column provides how-to strategies and practical advice for the science teacher. This month’s issue describes a process for modifying and implem...

Elementary Middle School Earth & Space Science General Science Crosscutting Concepts Disciplinary Core Ideas Inquiry NGSS Pedagogy Science and Engineering Practices Teaching Strategies Three-Dimensional Learning

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Science 101: How Do You Date Fossils?

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue discusses how you determine the age of a fossil....

Elementary Middle School Earth & Space Science Technology Professional Learning old

Class Pack

Sunset and Shadows ClassPack: Grade 1

Based on the award-winning, best-selling Picture-Perfect STEM series, this ClassPack pairs effortlessly with the Picture-Perfect STEM Grade 1 Lesson "...

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Freezing and Melting ClassPack: Grade 2

Using Picture-Perfect STEM Lessons: 3-5: Using Children’s Books to Inspires STEM Learning in your classroom is easier than ever! NSTA’s ClassPacks...

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Harnessing the Wind ClassPack: Grades K-5

Based on the award-winning, best-selling Picture-Perfect STEM series, this ClassPack pairs effortlessly with the Picture-Perfect STEM Grades K-5 Lesso...

Elementary Informal Education Middle School Preschool Earth & Space Science General Science Physical Science Instructional Materials Inquiry Lesson Plans Phenomena Science and Engineering Practices Teaching Strategies Three-Dimensional Learning Interdisciplinary Labs Literacy New Science Teachers Preservice Science Education Teacher Preparation