NSTA - National Science Teachers Association

St. Bernard Puppy By: Richard Konicek-Moran A chapter from Even More Everyday Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching Average User Rating: Some students are not aware that an object weighs as much as the sum of its parts. The story in this chapter has two purposes. One is to allow students to test their ideas about the distribution of weight, and the other is to help them realize that weight...  [view full summary] Some students are not aware that an object weighs as much as the sum of its parts. The story in this chapter has two purposes. One is to allow students to test their ideas about the distribution of weight, and the other is to help them realize that weight is the measurement of force that is acted upon objects (and beings) by means of gravity. [hide full abstract] Member Price: $2.79 Nonmember Price: $3.49 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

The Slippery Glass By: Richard Konicek-Moran A chapter from Even More Everyday Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching Average User Rating: Most children have a difficult time believing that air has mass and takes up space, so the concept of water vapor floating in the air is just as problematic. The story in this chapter helps provide an opportunity to explore this phenomenon and to learn...  [view full summary] Most children have a difficult time believing that air has mass and takes up space, so the concept of water vapor floating in the air is just as problematic. The story in this chapter helps provide an opportunity to explore this phenomenon and to learn more about what makes it happen though developing and testing questions. [hide full abstract] Member Price: $2.79 Nonmember Price: $3.49 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

Dancing Popcorn By: Richard Konicek-Moran A chapter from Even More Everyday Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching Average User Rating: Children think of floating or buoyancy in several ways. The purpose of the story in this chapter is to motivate students to solve the mystery of why objects bob up and down in carbonated drinks. Children think of floating or buoyancy in several ways. The purpose of the story in this chapter is to motivate students to solve the mystery of why objects bob up and down in carbonated drinks. [hide full abstract] Member Price: $2.79 Nonmember Price: $3.49 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

Florida Cars? By: Richard Konicek-Moran A chapter from Even More Everyday Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching Average User Rating: Rust is one of the most common of every day phenomena, but again, is probably one of the least understood by students. The story in this chapter attempts to get students and their teachers involved in some tests to see what they can learn about rust through...  [view full summary] Rust is one of the most common of every day phenomena, but again, is probably one of the least understood by students. The story in this chapter attempts to get students and their teachers involved in some tests to see what they can learn about rust through observation and study. [hide full abstract] Member Price: $2.79 Nonmember Price: $3.49 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

Hitchhikers By: Richard Konicek-Moran A chapter from Even More Everyday Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching Average User Rating: Students are usually aware that seed plants have adapted to overcrowding by developing mechanisms that disperse their seeds to other locations. In this chapter, the story explores one of the important characteristics of plant evolution, the wide distribution...  [view full summary] Students are usually aware that seed plants have adapted to overcrowding by developing mechanisms that disperse their seeds to other locations. In this chapter, the story explores one of the important characteristics of plant evolution, the wide distribution of seeds so that they do not compete for sunlight, water, and nutrients in the same area as their parents. [hide full abstract] Member Price: $2.79 Nonmember Price: $3.49 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

In a Heartbeat By: Richard Konicek-Moran A chapter from Even More Everyday Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching Average User Rating: Children may not be aware of what is exactly happening when they have their pulse taken by a doctor or nurse or even why it is important. The story in this chapter is aimed at helping children discover what kinds of activities change their heart rate...  [view full summary] Children may not be aware of what is exactly happening when they have their pulse taken by a doctor or nurse or even why it is important. The story in this chapter is aimed at helping children discover what kinds of activities change their heart rate and a stepping point to help them learn more about the circulatory system. [hide full abstract] Member Price: $2.79 Nonmember Price: $3.49 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

Warm Clothes? By: Richard Konicek-Moran A chapter from Even More Everyday Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching Average User Rating: Do your students believe that an insulating substance such as wool can actually produce heat? The story in this chapter is designed to motivate your students to let you know what they believe and then for them to be able to test their theories in the...  [view full summary] Do your students believe that an insulating substance such as wool can actually produce heat? The story in this chapter is designed to motivate your students to let you know what they believe and then for them to be able to test their theories in the classroom. [hide full abstract] Member Price: $2.79 Nonmember Price: $3.49 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

Halloween Science By: Richard Konicek-Moran A chapter from Even More Everyday Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching Average User Rating: Students may well have the usual “bigger is better” conception about comparing different items. Pumpkins are the perfect object to help engage students in investigative science and answer most of their questions by direct observation. Students may well have the usual “bigger is better” conception about comparing different items. Pumpkins are the perfect object to help engage students in investigative science and answer most of their questions by direct observation. [hide full abstract] Member Price: $2.79 Nonmember Price: $3.49 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

Where Did the Puddles Go? By: Richard Konicek-Moran A chapter from Even More Everyday Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching Average User Rating: Some students may not believe that it is possible for a puddle that appears larger to evaporate more quickly than one that seems smaller. The story in this chapter has to do with evaporation. The authors explore the major factors that lead to how quickly...  [view full summary] Some students may not believe that it is possible for a puddle that appears larger to evaporate more quickly than one that seems smaller. The story in this chapter has to do with evaporation. The authors explore the major factors that lead to how quickly water evaporates and the differences in how quickly water evaporates from puddles after a rain. The authors will also discuss why the factors occur. [hide full abstract] Member Price: $2.79 Nonmember Price: $3.49 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School

A Day on Bare Mountain By: Richard Konicek-Moran A chapter from Even More Everyday Science Mysteries: Stories for Inquiry-Based Science Teaching Average User Rating: Students may have the idea that all mountains are volcanoes and were formed by eruptions. The story in this chapter brings up questions about the geology of mountains and the weathering and erosion that takes place as nature breaks down the higher landscapes...  [view full summary] Students may have the idea that all mountains are volcanoes and were formed by eruptions. The story in this chapter brings up questions about the geology of mountains and the weathering and erosion that takes place as nature breaks down the higher landscapes until it is eventually level. [hide full abstract] Member Price: $2.79 Nonmember Price: $3.49 Grade Level: Elementary School, Middle School