Elementary Resources

A solid foundation of science education in grades K-5 is essential. Instilling a wonder and enthusiasm for science, as well as addressing the critical need for a well-informed citizenry is crucial during this time.

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Culturally Responsive Teaching

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How Do Kites Fly?

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Teaching Science Through Trade Books

“‘What was your favorite book as a child?’ In more than 10 years of facilitating workshops, we have never heard anyone reply, ‘My fourth-grade...

NSTA Press Book

Why Use Trade Books to Teach Science?

One of the most compelling reasons to use picture books to each science concepts is that picture books are highly engaging to students of all ages. Th...

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Elementary Journal

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Bestselling Elementary books

NSTA Press Book

The NSTA Atlas of the Three Dimensions

New in 2020! Download and read a sample chapter from this book to learn more.A key aspect of learning in K–12 education is the idea that what studen...

NSTA Press Book

Uncovering Student Ideas About Engineering and Technology: 32 New Formative Assessment Probes

New in 2020! Download and read a sample chapter from this book to learn more.Have you been wondering how well your students understand engineering and...

NSTA Press Book

Argument-Driven Inquiry in Fourth-Grade Science: Three Dimensional Investigations

Are you interested in helping your elementary students learn the practices of science, including constructing explanations and engaging in argument fr...

NSTA Press Book

Uncovering Student Ideas in Physical Science, Volume 3: 32 New Matter and Energy Formative Assessment Probes

Have you been wanting to learn more about what your students know (or think they know) about major concepts in matter and energy? Have you been wishin...

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Reports Article

From the Field: Events and Opportunities, September 21, 2021

Journal Article

Facilitating Emancipatory and Justice-Centered Environmental and Climate Learning

Reports Article

Freebies for Science Teachers, September 14, 2021

Web Seminar

Web Seminar: Call to Action for Science Education: Building Opportunity for the Future, September 27, 2021

Join us on Monday, September 27, 2021, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET, to learn about the Call to Action for Science Education, a report issued by the Nat...

Reports Article

From the Field: Events and Opportunities, September 7, 2021

Blog Post

New Council of State Science Supervisors/Flinn Safety Guides

Web Seminar

Book Beat Live! Integrating STEM Teaching and Learning into the K-2 Classroom, October 20, 2021

Join us on Wednesday, October 20, 2021, from 7:00 PM to 8:15 PM ET for another seminar in the Book Beat Live! series. Young children come to school...

Web Seminar

Web Seminar: November 2021: Developing a Competitive Application for Shell Teaching Awards, November 3, 2021

Join us on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn how to develop a competitive application for Shell Teaching Awards. Read ...

Web Seminar

Web Seminar: October 2021: Developing a Competitive Application for the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge, October 21, 2021

Join us on Thursday, October 21, 2021, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM ET, to learn about the Shell Science Lab Regional Challenge....

Reports Article

Freebies for Science Teachers, August 31, 2021

Journal Article

Science and Language Shifts in a Diverse Fourth-Grade Classroom

Journal Article

A Thrilling Roller-coaster Ride

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