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Editor's Note: Early Childhood Physical Science

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

Elementary Physical Science Inquiry Lesson Plans

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This column discusses resources and science topics related to students in grades preK to 2. This month’s issue has children observing the formation ...

Early Childhood Elementary Pre-service Teachers Preschool Physical Science Inquiry NGSS Science and Engineering Practices Teaching Strategies

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Science 102: This Month's Task

Exercises to challenge content knowledge. This month's challenge involves drawing while using a mirror....

Elementary High School Middle School Physical Science Inquiry Phenomena

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Engineering Encounters: A House for Chase the Dog

Second-grade students investigate material properties....

Elementary Engineering Physical Science STEM 5E

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Science 101: What Is the Controlling Force in the Universe?

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue takes a deeper look at the four known forces in the ...

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Science 101: How Do People Design Safe Amusement Park Rides?

This column provides background science information for elementary teachers. This month’s issue focuses on the factors amusement park designers must...

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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...

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